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U.S. Tax Implications for Indian Startup Equity Abroad
India’s Clause 72(6) allows NRIs to compute unlisted-share capital gains in the original foreign currency, reducing rupee-related Indian tax increases. U.S. citizens still face PFIC risk and must report worldwide…
U.S. Tax Implications for Indian Gaming Earnings by Expat Citizens
U.S. taxpayers with India-linked gaming or NFT income must report worldwide income on Form 1040; India may tax…
Federal vs State Taxes for NRIs with Multi-State U.S. Exposure
Remote work and mid-year moves create multi-state tax risk for NRIs, Green Card holders and H‑1B workers. Federal…
Dual-Country Residency for H-1B Professionals: U.S. & India Tax Plan
H-1B professionals returning to India should evaluate the U.S. Substantial Presence Test and India’s residency rules to avoid…
USCIS Requires Electronic Payments for Paper-Filed Immigration Forms
USCIS mandates electronic payments for paper filings from Oct. 28, 2025. Use Form G-1450 for card charges or…
Top Universities and Chamber Challenge $100,000 H-1B Fee in Court
Proclamation 10973 adds a $100,000 fee to new H-1B petitions filed from Sept. 21, 2025. AAU and the…
Dual Taxation of Indian Startup Shares for US-Relocated Founders
Founders who relocate to the U.S. face taxation in both countries: India taxes unlisted share gains (12.5% LTCG…
Taxation of U.S. Stock Compensation While Living in India
Returnees with U.S. RSUs or ESPP may owe tax in both the U.S. and India when vest/purchase or…
State Residency Pitfalls for Indian-Origin Returnees from the U.S.
States such as California, New York, New Jersey, and Virginia can tax returnees if U.S. ties remain. Terminate…
U.S. Gift and Inheritance Planning for Indian Assets: Practical Rules
As cross-border gifts and inheritances rise, Indian-U.S. families face closer scrutiny. File Form 709 for gifts above $18,000…