White House invite to PM Modi has flouted protocol, says Ex DiplomatFormer Diplomat Veena Sikri highlights protocol concerns regarding an invitation for Prime Minister Modi. She notes renewed US interest in ...
25 May, 2026, 07.55 AM IST
Critical minerals, AI, nuclear ties take centre stage as Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US partnershipExternal Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held extensive discussions with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, covering critical minerals, AI, ...
24 May, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Step-by-step guide for international students planning to study in JapanAspiring students heading to Japan face a structured immigration process. Key steps include securing admission, obtaining a Certificate of ...
11 May, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
Japan may soon require language proof for engineer, specialist visasJapan will soon mandate Japanese language proficiency for engineer and specialist visa applicants, requiring a B2 CEFR or N2 JLPT level. Th...
08 Apr, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Beyond Big Four: Indian students are dumping default study abroad settingsIndian students are diversifying study abroad destinations beyond the US, UK, Canada, and Australia due to stricter visa rules, rising cost...
07 Apr, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
Japan to tighten screening for residency status of foreign workers on transfer visasJapan is strengthening its screening for foreign employees transferring within companies. Stricter checks on work history and tax complianc...
07 Apr, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Planning a business trip to New Zealand? Here are the visa rulesNew Zealand has clear rules for short business trips. Visitors staying less than three months for approved activities like trade missions o...
06 Apr, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Japan visa gives Indians easier entry to these countries. Check listIndian passport holders with a valid Japan visa can enjoy visa-free or simplified entry to at least seven countries, including the Philippi...
19 Jan, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Indians have a new favourite international travel destination for their winter wanderlustJapan’s popularity among Indian tourists is rising, with winter travel demand up 15% for December–February departures compared to last year...
04 Dec, 2025, 10.12 PM IST
Japan raises capital requirement for business manager visa to 30 million yenJapan has significantly tightened its business manager visa requirements, effective Thursday. The minimum investment has jumped from 5 mill...
10 Oct, 2025, 01.42 PM IST
Indian tourists can’t stop dreaming about this Asian countryAgoda reported a 68% surge in Indian searches for Japan trips between May 15 and August 15, 2025. Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto led the growth, wi...
12 Sep, 2025, 04.21 PM IST
Japan to tighten rules for foreign business manager visas from OctoberJapan's Immigration Services Agency is set to tighten requirements for the "Business Manager" visa in October 2025. The changes include rai...
26 Aug, 2025, 11.33 AM IST
Climbing Mount Fuji in Japan will now require a $27 fee & a testStarting this summer, hikers on Mount Fuji’s four main trails will face a 4,000 yen ($27) entry fee to address overcrowding and environment...
24 Mar, 2025, 02.10 PM IST
Japan to relax visa regime for Indians from January 1The relaxed visa regime will not only have simplification of visa application documents but also expansion of scope of eligible applicants,...
14 Nov, 2017, 06.59 PM IST
Japan relaxes visa rules for IndiansThe duration of stay for Indian passport holders under all short-term multiple-entry visa has been expanded from 15 to 30 days.
10 Mar, 2016, 11.21 PM IST
Japan extends visa validity for Indian nationals to 10 yearsJapan is set to relax visa norms for Indian nationals as multiple-entry visa terms are to be doubled for people from the country to 10 year...
02 Feb, 2016, 06.28 PM IST