Indian travellers worry more about forex costs than visa queues: ReportIndian travellers are set to spend more overseas following a tax reduction. However, managing travel budgets is their biggest worry. Many s...
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...
Global macro woes take holidayers in different directionIndian travelers are opting for short-haul international trips to Southeast Asia and Australia, or domestic getaways this summer. This shif...
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...
"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...
BIS and banks build blockchain cross-border payments prototypeGlobal financial institutions are set to test a new digital system for cross-border payments. This project, involving major banks and centr...
FIFA World Cup 2026 revenues set to top $6 billion even as India rights deal remains pendingFIFA’s 2026 Men’s World Cup is set to become the most lucrative edition in history, with combined media rights and sponsorship revenue expe...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
Marco Rubio unveils ‘America First’ visa plan in India for business travelSecretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a new "America First" visa schedule prioritizing business professionals to strengthen economic and ...
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...
Japan to launch month-long campaign on proper employment of foreign workersJapan will host a month-long campaign in June 2026 to ensure foreign workers are employed correctly. The Immigration Services Agency aims t...
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...
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 ...
Standardise documentation for advancing international mobility of skilled workers: NitiNiti Aayog proposes government action to boost skilled Indian worker mobility abroad. Key recommendations include formalizing contracts and...
Japan sees drop in foreign tourist arrivals in AprilThe number of foreign tourists coming to Japan fell in April after hitting a record the month prior despite a plunge in Chinese visitors an...