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US proposes EB-5 programme changes with tighter oversight, higher investment thresholdUS Homeland Security is proposing stricter rules for the EB-5 investor visa program, aiming to boost oversight and integrity. The plan incl...
22.7 lakh students appear for NEET re-test amid AI, CCTV and biometric vigilThe National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET-UG re-examination on Sunday for 22.7 lakh candidates at 5,440 centres in India and 14 ...
Fully prepared for smooth, secure conduct of NEET-UG re-exam: NTAThe agency said it is closely monitoring social media and taking firm action against rumour-mongering and fraudulent "paper leak" claims, w...
Travelling to Germany for work meetings? Here's the visa processGermany is a key European hub for international business, requiring a short-stay Schengen visa for non-visa-exempt nationals visiting for u...
Planning a Germany trip? Here's how to apply for a Schengen visaIndian citizens planning a trip to Germany require a Schengen visa for short stays. The application involves submitting documents like a pa...
Tourism and hotel sector stocks: Time for a correction in business? Are analysts getting it wrong? 15 stocks from the ecosystemThe Indian hotel and tourism ecosystem has benefitted from the post-Covid travel urge. Occupancies were high, room rates firm, supply is, i...
IT secretary signals stricter government controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia is prioritising strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware, following global trends. Concerns over trusted sources...
IT secretary signals stricter govt controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia's IT secretary, S Krishnan, emphasized the need for strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware. Citing concerns ov...
EU paves way to allow migrant deportations to centres outside blocEuropean Union lawmakers and governments have agreed on new rules. These rules permit sending rejected asylum seekers to centers outside th...
How to travel in the summer of chaosThe travel industry has bifurcated, rewarding those who understand its complexities. Travelers are increasingly spending more, often financ...
Understanding India's evolving crypto discourseIndia is actively shaping its digital asset future. Authorities are implementing stricter rules for crypto platforms and transactions. Tax ...
Bengal asks districts to build ‘holding centres’ for illegal foreigners as anti-infiltration drive gathers paceWest Bengal is setting up holding centers for suspected illegal foreigners and foreign prisoners. This move institutionalizes the state's '...
India must leverage its digital verification architecture to evolve into a trust-based economyIndia faces a low-trust economy with high friction, exemplified by complex KYC norms. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted this ...
Google Fitbit Air launched: New screenless fitness tracker brings AI health coaching, 7-day battery life and iPhone supportGoogle has launched the new Fitbit Air, a lightweight screenless fitness tracker with AI health coaching features. The wearable supports An...
Inside WhatsApp's measures to curb digital arrest scamsWhatsApp is using AI to combat digital arrest scams, banning thousands of impersonating accounts. Authorities are working to prevent signif...
Non-U.S. citizens to face mandatory biometric checks at U.S. borders as new rule takes effect; does it apply to U.S. citizens? Here’s what you need to knowAmerica has started mandatory biometric checks for all foreigners and green card holders at its borders. This new rule, effective December ...
What the US biometric entry-exit programme means for non-citizens as rollout begins from December 26America is launching a new biometric entry-exit system for foreign visitors. Starting December 26, 2025, non-US citizens will have their fa...
Department of Home Affairs, Australia, awards global biometric collection service to VFS GlobalVFS Global has been awarded the global biometric collection service across seven regions by the Department of Home Affairs, Australia. The ...
US withdraws proposed biometrics rule for immigrationAs per the proposed rule, which was notified in the Federal Register on September 11, 2020 during Donald Trump's term as president, any app...
- Process to create the National Population Register starts
Some of the firms selected by DIT to bid for the biometric exercise in 17 non-coastal states include small IT startups.