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Singapore to Kazakhstan: Top destinations Indians can explore in 2025

By 2024-end, the outbound tourism market is projected to reach $18.8 billion, with growth expected to climb to $55.4 billion by 2034

Winter getaway: Thailand leads despite 51% rise in flight fares from India

While destinations like Thailand, Vietnam, and Bali have seen an 80-100% surge in flight bookings, the Maldives has dropped out of the top-searched destinations

Withdraw your PF instantly from ATMs starting 2025: How it benefits you

The new system will introduce dedicated PF withdrawal cards, functioning like regular bank ATM cards

Thailand e-Visa for Indians from 2025, 60-day visa exemption to continue

The e-Visa system will be effective from January 1, 2025, the Thai embassy said

Mumbai man loses Rs 10 lakh in task completion scam: Here's how it works

The victim was offered a part-time job. Eventually, he was asked to pay "fees" under the guise of earning lucrative returns, which never materialised

H-1B, L-1 visa spouses: US to renew work permits automatically from January

This change is expected to benefit many, particularly Indians, who represent a large portion of these visa categories

US January 2025 visa bulletin: Slight progress for Indians in EB-2, F1, F3

The US January 2025 Visa Bulletin shows minor progress in few employment and family-based visa categories

LIC Bima Sakhi: 10th pass women can work and earn up to Rs 11,000 per month

Women achieving their targets will qualify for commission-based incentives

Singapore Disney Cruise 2025: Bookings open, prices start at Rs 65,000

The official Disney Cruise Line website lists pricing starting at $958 (Rs 80,877) for a three-night trip for two adults

End of birthright US citizenship: What it would mean for lakhs of Indians

Trump and his supporters have argued that the system is being abused and that there should be tougher standards for becoming an American citizen

Australian permanent residency: How to apply for National Innovation Visa

The NIV is a permanent residency visa for individuals who can demonstrate exceptional and outstanding achievements in eligible fields

US F-2 visa: 38% decline in student visas issued to Indians in 2024

The F-1 visa is specifically for international students attending academic institutions in the US

Canada: These scholarships can help with high living, tuition costs

The Indian Student Mobility Report 2023-24 reveals Indian students spend an average of $27,000 on tuition, with total costs, including living expenses, reaching $40,000

Dubai visa rejections rising: Why travel insurance is a must for Indians

The rise in visa denials for Indian travellers to Dubai highlights the importance of choosing the right travel insurance to avoid financial losses

Australia's new Skills in Demand visa offers path to permanent residency

The new visa allows most holders, including Indians, to work in Australia for up to four years, with a five-year option for Hong Kong passport holders

US immigration reform: Senators propose raising family visa cap to 15%

Indian nationals stand to gain from the proposed changes, as the current visa cap disproportionately affects countries with high demand

No repo rate cut: Lock in fixed deposits now to maximise returns

For those holding fixed deposits, this is an ideal time to lock in high interest rates, as rates may decline in the coming months

RBI's CRR cut brings relief: Time for borrowers to review home loan terms

The CRR cut would allow banks to lend more by freeing up reserves

RBI holds repo rate: No relief for home loan borrowers amid inflation surge

"A steady rate ensures consistent repayment terms, which increases the confidence of homebuyers," said Manju Yagnik, vice chairperson of Nahar Group and senior vice president of NAREDCO Maharashtra

Switch to UK's new eVisa by March 2025: Here's a step-by-step guide

Over 3.1 million people have already moved to the digital system