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Illegal US entry means jail, deportation, visa ban: Embassy warns Indians

US warns Indians against illegal entry, saying it could lead to jail, deportation, and future visa bans. Over 1,000 deported to India since January 2025

Iran-US clash: 800,000 Indians in Qatar told to stay indoors by embassy

After Iran launched missile strikes on a US base in Qatar, the Indian embassy in Doha has urged the over 800,000-strong Indian community to stay calm and indoors

Indians on H-1B visas denied US entry: Why visas get cancelled, what next

Three Indians on H-1B visas denied US entry at Abu Dhabi for overstaying in India. Officials cited job continuity concerns and revoked their visas on the spot

Canada invites 503 foreigners through Express Entry for permanent residency

Canada invited 503 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in its June 23, 2025 Express Entry draw, requiring a minimum CRS score of 742

Portugal joins European countries in tightening citizenship pathways

Immigrants from Brazil, Angola and Mozambique to face 7-year wait; others must wait 10 years

UK launches £54 mn Global Talent Taskforce to attract skilled foreigners

The UK has launched a Global Talent Taskforce and fund to bring top researchers, scientists and tech experts-including from India-to strengthen its innovation push

No US visa if your social media profile isn't public: Embassy warns Indians

Indian students applying for US F, M, or J visas must now make their social media profiles public for screening, the US embassy has said

Your Airbnb was my home: Why Europeans are turning against tourists

Anti-tourism protests grow across Europe as locals blame visitors for housing woes. Cities like Venice, Barcelona and Lisbon push new rules to limit tourist crowds

Want Australian citizenship? This visa for top talent may get you there

Australia has launched a new permanent visa for globally recognised talent in research, sport, arts, business and academia

UK seeks more high-skilled Indian professionals via Global Talent visa

UK science minister calls for deeper academic ties with India and greater mobility of experts through Global Talent visa; new Industrial Strategy to be released soon

F-1 visa applicants, set your social media profiles to public: US govt

The US will now scan the social media profiles of all F, M, and J visa applicants, asking them to set accounts to "public" for vetting. Indian experts warn this raises privacy concerns

Canada's immigration system vulnerable to abuse? What IRCC report reveals

Canada's immigration department has confirmed 62 cases of staff misconduct, including bribery and privacy breaches. Experts say the system is vulnerable to abuse from within

Australia, Singapore, Kenya most curious on investing; India ranks 13th

Australia tops global investment curiosity, but India ranks 13th with rising stock and crypto interest, as young investors drive online searches for wealth tools

US F-1 visa interviews just got tougher: What Indian students can do right

The US has resumed student visa processing but added stricter checks, including social media scrutiny. Experts advise applicants to stay clear, consistent and honest in their interviews

Indian students eye Germany, but US, UK, Canada remain top study choices

Indian students look beyond the US, UK, Canada and Australia as rising costs and visa curbs push families to explore affordable, policy-stable alternatives

Break US law, lose student visa: USCIS warns after ₹1 cr fraud by 2 Indians

The US embassy has warned that visas can be revoked if laws are broken, following the sentencing of two Indian students jailed for scamming elderly Americans

Canada not just a passport stop: 95% Indian migrants stay post-citizenship

Most Indian immigrants stay in Canada after becoming citizens, with 94.6% continuing to file taxes-challenging the idea of "Canadians of convenience", says a new StatsCan report

Indonesia volcano grounds flights: How travel insurance helps in crises

Volcanic ash from Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi forced Bali flight cancellations, prompting fresh scrutiny of travel insurance cover for delays and disruptions

Now, Axis Bank users can tap and pay up to ₹5,000 via a smartwatch

Axis Bank customers can now make tap-and-pay transactions using boAt's new Wave Fortune smartwatch, with tokenised card support via Crest Pay and Mastercard

Canada's Strong Borders Act: Tough new rules to hit visa holders, migrants

Canada's Strong Borders Act could reshape visa and asylum rules, affecting Indian migrants among others, with stricter deadlines, new powers and faster decisions