Jetstar to charge extra for overhead cabin bags from FebruaryJetstar will charge passengers for storing larger carry-on bags in overhead lockers from February, while keeping one under-seat personal it...
05 Aug, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
Trump administration revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to US in spat with Prez LulaThe United States revoked Brazil's ambassador's visa in retaliation for visa denials. Brazil had refused entry to two American diplomats ah...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.16 AM IST
India's next billion dollars from abroad may depend on easier visasIndia's record remittance boom faces a new long-term challenge as tighter immigration policies in developed economies threaten the pipeline...
04 Aug, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Visa beefs up cybersecurity offerings with $2.4 billion BioCatch dealVisa is acquiring fraud intelligence provider BioCatch for $2.4 billion. This acquisition aims to significantly bolster Visa's cybersecurit...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.16 PM IST
Goa seeks Centre's nod for visa-on-arrival, open sky benefits to boost air connectivityGoa's Tourism Minister met the Union Minister seeking central support for air connectivity. He proposed extending visa-on-arrival to both a...
03 Aug, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
UAE eVisa guide for GCC residents: Who can apply and how to get the entry permitGCC residents can now apply for an electronic entry permit before traveling. This UAE eVisa allows eligible expatriates a stay of up to thi...
03 Aug, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Andhra govt, Australia sign MoUs on clean energy, manufacturing, education, skillsAndhra Pradesh and Australia signed four MoUs expanding bilateral cooperation. These agreements cover clean energy, advanced manufacturing,...
02 Aug, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Canada keeps study, work permit processing time unchanged for Indians; visitor, super visas take longerCanada's latest update shows study and work permit processing times for India remain stable. Visitor visa applications from India are now t...
01 Aug, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
New Zealand announces major overhaul of seasonal worker scheme; changes from 2027New Zealand's Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme will see reforms starting in 2027. These changes aim to simplify recruitment and improve ...
01 Aug, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
US makes visa bond program permanent for 50 countries; India unaffectedThe US State Department will make a visa bond program permanent. This program requires applicants from fifty nations to post bonds. Bonds c...
01 Aug, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
US proposes tougher J-1 visa compliance, likely affecting Indian scholarsThe US Department of State proposes stricter J-1 visa rules and compliance. New regulations will expand termination powers and sponsor obli...
31 Jul, 2026, 09.41 PM IST
Australia student visa approvals plunge as Indian grants crash 75%Australia has sharply reduced student visa approvals, with grants to Indian applicants plunging 75% in June 2026 from a year earlier, Times...
31 Jul, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
IELTS validity explained: How long are your scores valid and why does it matter?IELTS Score Validity 2026: An IELTS score is generally valid for two years from the test date, but how that rule is applied can vary depend...
28 Jul, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
Egypt to replace visa stickers with QR codes at Cairo airport from August 1; here's what Indian travellers should knowEgypt will launch a digital visa-on-arrival system at Cairo International Airport from August 1, replacing paper visa stickers with QR code...
28 Jul, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
South Africa launches ETA: Indians can now get digital travel approval in 24-48 hoursSouth Africa has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation system for Indian citizens. This digital authorisation allows short-term vis...
28 Jul, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
US Visa Bulletin August 2026: A new uncertainty looms over Indians in the Green Card queueIndian professionals face continued delays for US employment-based green cards in August 2026. The EB-2 category remains unavailable, and E...
21 Jul, 2026, 10.32 AM IST
SC upholds Delhi HC order quashing passport, visa service tenders at 4 missions abroadThe Supreme Court upheld a Delhi High Court ruling quashing tenders for consular services. This decision impacts Indian missions in Abu Dha...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.27 AM IST