Planning to move to Japan? Residency and PR applications may soon cost moreJapan is raising fees for foreign residents seeking to renew or change their status. New caps are set at 100,000 yen for standard permits a...
31 May, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
The cheapest degree abroad may not be in English and Indian students are finally figuring that outIndian students are shifting their focus to European and Japanese universities. This trend is driven by lower tuition fees and the necessit...
30 May, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
"My children only speak Japanese": Indian restaurant owner breaks down after 30 years in Japan, told to leave. Watch emotional videoManish Kumar, who has lived in Japan for over three decades now, faces deportation after his business visa renewal was denied under new, st...
29 May, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
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
India, US signal thaw as Jaishankar and Rubio hold candid talks to re-energise relationsIndia and the US are working to strengthen their relationship. Discussions covered trade, energy security, and terrorism. Both nations are ...
24 May, 2026, 07.29 PM 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
Japan to require facial photographs for child residence card applicants from June 14Japan's Immigration Services Agency will mandate facial photographs for children aged one to 16 applying for residence cards and special pe...
23 May, 2026, 12.02 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 halts visa applications for foreign restaurant workers as cap nearsJapan has halted new visa applications for foreign restaurant workers under its specified skilled worker program as the sector nears its 50...
17 Apr, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Nearly half of Japan’s high-skill visa workers paid less than recent graduatesJapan's high-skilled visa program faces scrutiny as many foreign workers earn less than new graduates. These skilled professionals often en...
02 Feb, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Japan is right to rethink its immigration approachJapan is tightening rules for foreigners. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans stricter permanent residency and citizenship conditions. Visa...
13 Jan, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Japan should debate cap for foreign residents, government report saysJapan is considering a policy overhaul regarding foreign residents, potentially including caps, as revealed in a recent government report. ...
29 Aug, 2025, 05.51 PM IST
We should welcome additional immigrants: Former US NSA Bolton on H-1B visa programmeFormer US National Security Advisor John Bolton has called for reforms in the US immigration system, particularly supporting increased lega...
24 Jan, 2025, 11.37 AM IST
Be prepared for long wait at Tokyo airport on arrival: IOA chief to Olympic-bound athletesThe first batch of India's Olympic-bound athletes is set to depart for Tokyo on July 17. More than 120 athletes are bound for the Games.
10 Jul, 2021, 12.21 PM IST
Ghosn escape: Japan to tighten immigration rulesAuthorities have remained quiet after Ghosn revealed on Tuesday that he had fled to his childhood home of Lebanon to escape a “rigged” just...
05 Jan, 2020, 10.53 PM IST
Every fourth resident non-migrants in US in 2016 was Indian: ReportIn 2016, there were an estimated 2.3 million non-immigrant residents who are mainly workers, students, exchange visitors, and diplomats and...
18 Sep, 2019, 09.15 AM IST