UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decisionUK inflation remained steady at 2.8% in May, surprising economists and the Bank of England. This data influenced currency markets, with Ste...
New Zealand cracks down on visa breaches, flags nearly 100 migrants in major immigration compliance operationNew Zealand authorities have launched a major operation targeting immigration violations. Ninety-eight migrants were identified for breachi...
How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economyBritain's economy shows weak growth since leaving the European Union. Various researchers estimate significant losses in GDP, productivity,...
UK extends deadline for migrants to replace physical immigration documents with e-visasThe UK has extended the validity of expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) for accessing immigrati...
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...
Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getawayIndian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight duration...
Indonesia warns Bali tourists over e-visa fraud, unpaid influencer workIndonesia's immigration authorities have enhanced e-visa security with two-factor authentication to combat online fraud. New guidance also ...
Saudi Arabia to resume Umrah visa services from May 31; announces 2026-27 pilgrimage datesSaudi Arabia has unveiled the Umrah calendar for the 2026-27 season, resuming visa issuance on May 31, 2026. Pilgrims can enter Mecca from ...
Indians may be roaming closer to home because of a war far awayIndia Tourism Sector and Iran War: Prime Minister Modi's call to curb foreign travel for a year aims to boost domestic tourism, conserve fo...
PM's call to cut foreign travel: Industry executives seek measures to boost inbound tourismFollowing PM Modi's call to postpone non-essential foreign travel, travel industry executives see an opportunity to boost 'Incredible India...
UK rolls out e-visas: How to apply, who benefits and what changesThe UK has expanded its digital e-visa system, allowing most applicants to retain their passports during processing. This shift replaces ph...
UK to issue eVisas starting July 15: What students must do before boarding a flightThe United Kingdom will soon stop using physical visa stickers. Eligible applicants will get an electronic visa. This eVisa will link to th...
UK replaces passport stickers with eVisas for some: What you need to know if you're planning your travelThe UK Home Office has started digitizing its immigration system, replacing physical visa stickers with electronic visas (eVisas) for vario...
UK introduces grace period for eVisa transition until March 2025The UK has extended the deadline for switching to eVisas for international travel until March 2025. While millions have already transitione...
UK launches major eVisa transition drive; urges all, including Indians, to make switchThe UK has started a major campaign urging immigrants, including Indians, to switch from physical immigration documents to eVisas as part o...
Sri Lanka launches new e-visa system: Everything you need to knowSri Lanka launched an e-visa system, streamlining the visa application process for travellers. The initiative offers updated requirements, ...
UK begins eVisa rollout with plan to replace immigration documents by 2025UK has started issuing eVisas for enhanced securit, with a plan to completely replace physical documents by 2025. eVisas are pivotal in enh...