30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC govt's direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir...
27 May, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
Annapurna Yojana launched: Who will get Rs 3,000 monthly financial assistance from June 1, 2026West Bengal's Annapurna Yojana, effective June 1, 2026, will provide Rs 3,000 monthly financial aid to eligible women aged 25-60. This sche...
27 May, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
'There could be bumps': Rubio responds to India's concerns over Trump immigration changesIndia's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Jaishankar expressed India's concerns regarding US vi...
24 May, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
West Bengal Annapurna Bhandar Yojana notified: Check eligibility, direct link to portal, DBT rules, how to apply and Lakshmir Bhandar differencesWest Bengal's Annapurna Yojna will soon replace Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme. Eligible women will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. This financial aid a...
20 May, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Indian students can’t start working in US without a EAD authorisation even if they have confirmed job offer; Know the US immigration lawIndian students studying in the USA on an F1 visa need specific authorization to work. This authorization comes from an Employment Authoriz...
19 May, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
A missing signature may cost H-1B, US visa applicants their filing windowUSCIS will now strictly enforce signature requirements on immigration applications, including H-1B and Green Card filings, effective July 1...
17 May, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
Revised rules for OCI cardholders and minor children holding two passports: Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026 notifiedNew Citizenship Rules for 2026 are here. Minor children cannot hold two passports. OCI registration is now digital, with e-OCI cards. Apply...
02 May, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
US rolls out new immigration fees, asylum rules that could hit applicants harderNew US immigration fees are set to take effect soon, impacting asylum seekers and those applying for arrival/departure records. Asylum appl...
01 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Dubai Residential Visa: You no longer need minimum 7.5 lakh Dirhams to buy a property, Dubai Land Department makes Visa rules easierDubai has removed the minimum property purchase value for sole owners seeking a two-year real estate investor residency visa. For jointly o...
30 Apr, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concernsThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security will scrutinize immigrants' past statements, including criticism of Israel and pro-Palestinian pro...
28 Apr, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Used car loan eligibility explained: Who can apply and what you needIndians are increasingly opting for pre-owned cars due to affordability and practicality. Understanding used car loan eligibility, includin...
24 Apr, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
New form for correction in PAN related details: CBDT notifies new online and offline forms for modification in PAN card details; check the guideline and how it worksThe Central Board of Direct Taxes has introduced new forms for correcting PAN card details. These forms, PAN CR-01 for individuals and PAN ...
02 Apr, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Canada to raise permanent residence, citizenship feesCanada is set to increase permanent residence and citizenship application fees starting March 31 and April 30, 2026. These hikes will affec...
29 Mar, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
A step-by-step guide to applying for New Zealand citizenshipBecoming a New Zealand citizen involves checking eligibility, gathering documents, and submitting an application, which can take three to f...
27 Mar, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
How Australia’s ImmiAccount system works: A step-by-step guide for visa and citizenship applicantsAustralia's Department of Home Affairs has launched ImmiAccount, a central online hub for all visa and citizenship applications. This platf...
18 Nov, 2025, 10.35 PM IST
CAA: MHA launches web portal for Indian citizenship seekers, mobile app 'CAA-2019' to be rolled out soonThe Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has introduced a website for individuals eligible to apply for Indian citizenship under the Citizenship ...
12 Mar, 2024, 05.35 PM IST
Citizenship cut-off date likely to be extended beyond Dec 31, 2014While there is no fixed deadline to notify the rules, official sources indicated that a final decision would be taken by the competent auth...
03 Jan, 2024, 12.09 AM IST