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Singapore eyes 1.2 mn Indian tourists by Dec 31; growth to continue in 2025

In an interview with Business Standard, Markus Tan and Renjie Wong of Singapore Tourism Board discussed the surge in Indian tourists, future attractions, sustainability efforts, and travel trends

New Zealand eyes overhaul of 'Golden Visa' scheme to woo wealthy immigrants

New Zealand is reviewing the visa's investment requirements, with announcements by immigration minister Erica Stanford expected soon

Canada's IRCC to Indian students: Resubmit visas, study permits, other docs

The requests have caused alarm among international students, many of whom hold valid visas with up to two years of remaining validity

Russia plans visa-free entry for Indians from 2025, joining 62 countries

Visa-free travel allows individuals to enter a country without obtaining a visa beforehand

Go back: Hostility towards immigrants grows in US, France, Ireland, Canada

The United States is not alone in experiencing a shift in attitudes towards immigrants

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