India
Visa and immigration updates for Indian nationals — H-1B sponsorship trends, OCI card rules, NRI tax obligations, passport services, and bilateral agreements between India and destination countries.
May 2026 Visa Bulletin Warns India’s EB-5 Unreserved Final Action Date May Retrogress
India EB-5 unreserved date stays May 1, 2022 in May 2026 Bulletin. Officials warn of retrogression while reserved categories remain current.
Indian Citizenship by Descent Under Citizenship Act of 1955 Complicates Dual Passports
Foreign-born Indian minors must choose one nationality within six months of turning 18 or lose Indian citizenship automatically…
Export Duty Refund Allowed as Fresh Claim Under Section 54 of CGST Act
Exporters can refile GST refund claims after a rejection if they remain within the 2-year limit under Section…
U.S. Tax System Layers Federal Income Tax, State Tax, and Social Security Withholding
A guide to the multi-layered U.S. tax system, explaining federal and state income taxes, payroll deductions, and tax…
Small Businesses Must Disclose Investments on ITR-4 Under Presumptive Taxation for AY 2026-27
India's CBDT updates ITR-4 for 2026-27, adding a mandatory investment disclosure field for taxpayers using the simplified presumptive…
Ministry of Home Affairs Revises OCI Application Fees at VFS Global Centers
OCI application fees remain unchanged in April 2026. New registrations cost $275 plus fees, while online passport updates…
Loneliness Hits 3 Million Nris as Expat Communities Struggle with Staying or Returning
NRIs face a choice between professional stability abroad and emotional warmth in India. The guide offers tips on…
Income Tax Department Rolls Out TDS TRACES 2.0, Enhances Form 26AS for Taxpayers
India launches TRACES 2.0, a unified TDS portal streamlining Form 26AS access and certificate downloads for taxpayers and…
Malaysia Welcomes Indian Tourists with Visa-Free Entry for Visit Malaysia 2026
Malaysia is expanding its appeal to Indian travelers with visa-free entry through 2026 and a strong tourism campaign.…
Australia Tightens Student Visas Under Simplified Framework, 40% Indian Rejections
Australia's student visa rejection rate for Indian applicants hit 40% in February 2026, the highest in two decades,…