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US to add 1 mn visa slots in 2025, may reduce wait for Indian travelers

Tourist visa wait times in India are around 300-320 days, depending on the US consulate or embassy

Holidays in November 2024: Banks will be shut for 12 days across states

The list of bank holidays in November includes public observances, religious festivals, and weekends, with closures differing based on state-specific events and celebrations

India may see 1 trillion cyberattacks annually by 2033, experts warn

In recent years, high-profile cyberattacks have hit institutions such as AIIMS and major airlines

Diwali gift card scam costs Bengaluru techie Rs 4.35 lakh: How to stay safe

Gift card scams are increasingly becoming a popular method for fraudsters

Sweden's new visa rules to open more high-paying jobs for Indians in 2025

Swedish employers value Indian skills, says ambassador on EU Blue Card

US election 2024: Should Indian immigrants worry if Trump is reelected

"Indians should fear a Trump presidency on many levels," said Russell A Stamets, partner at Circle of Counsels

Applicants blast H-1B visa renewal process: Why is the system slow?

Dropbox system allows eligible applicants to renew their US visa without the need for an in-person interview

Dhanteras 2024: Amazon India sees 5-fold jump in sales in luxury fashion

Sales of premium watches jump 6-fold during the ongoing festival season

Fewer Indian employees debt-free since 2022, most loans of up to Rs 25 lakh

BankBazaar survey says younger women show greater aspiration to own a home

Russia to offer visa-free travel for Indian tourists, starting 2025

Visa-free travel allows entry into a country without the need to apply for a visa in advance

PM Modi's warning against 'digital arrest': How you can protect yourself

In light of recent incidents, including this fake raid in Delhi, India's cyber-security agency, CERT-In, has issued a warning about increasing online scams

Sunil Shetty buys Rs 8 cr Bandra property: Why celebs invest crores there

Bollywood actors' interest in real estate has surged in recent years

Special FD rates, loan offers, & more: Banks roll out festival offers

Lenders such as Union Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Punjab & Sind Bank, and others are promoting special schemes across their loan and deposit products

Kuwait reopens work visas for foreign nationals under temporary contracts

Out of Kuwait's total population of 4.2 million, approximately 21 per cent are Indian nationals, making up around 30 per cent of the country's workforce

Diwali 2024: Get Amazon vouchers worth Rs 1,500 on credit card activation

Paisabazaar is giving gift vouchers upon activation of certain credit cards

Venice extends day-tripper tax to combat overtourism; doubles fee to Rs 910

The new tax will be in effect every Friday through Sunday, along with holidays, from April 18 to July 27, 2025 in Venice

Finland needs immigration to grow: Here's how Indians can benefit

Indians are exploring European options, with many choosing Finland after facing tighter visa regulations in countries like the US, Canada, and the UK

Indian schools & colleges grow 14% as fees soar, parents struggle

Despite India's consumer price inflation remaining between 5-5.6% in recent years, education costs have escalated at a much higher rate of around 8-10%

Canada to cut immigration by 20% in 2025: Low-skilled workers not welcomed

Over the past decade, Indian immigration to Canada has surged by 326 per cent, with student enrolments skyrocketing by 5,800 per cent

New Zealand expands work rights for migrants' partners; Indians to benefit

This will help migrant families stay together and at the same time fill gaps in industries experiencing labour shortages