Passport row highlights India's larger citizenship documentation challengeA remark by an External Affairs Ministry official on Passport Seva Divas that a passport is "a travel document, not a document of citizensh...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
US Supreme Court sides with Trump in asylum-processing caseThe court, in a 6-3 ruling powered by its conservative justices, overturned a lower court's finding that the policy violated federal law. T...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Who is Aber Kawas? Palestinian-American activist who faced 9/11 remarks controversy wins Queens NY State Senate Democratic PrimaryAber Kawas Senate: Aber Kawas, a Palestinian-American activist, has secured a significant Democratic primary win for a New York State Senat...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Indian-origin lawyer faces $255,000 fine in US over alleged asylum fraudAn Indian-origin attorney faces a hefty fine exceeding $250,000 from US federal authorities for allegedly submitting fraudulent documents a...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
Mexico, like US, extends birthright citizenship to children born on its soilIn Tijuana, a Haitian restaurant owner finds a new home as her granddaughter becomes a Mexican citizen, highlighting Mexico's birthright ci...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
German citizenship: Rules, eligibility and application process explainedGermany has eased its citizenship rules, allowing many foreign residents to naturalize after five years of legal stay. Applicants need to m...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Federal appeals court allows the Trump administration to resume expanded use of speedy deportationsA federal appeals court has permitted the Trump administration to resume swift deportations of undocumented migrants nationwide, overturnin...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
US judge vacates Trump immigration courthouse arrest policiesA federal judge has reinstated stricter limits on immigration courthouse arrests and short-term detentions, striking down Trump-era policie...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
On ESOP value over US$ 60,000 US estate tax up to 40% can be levied after death of even a non-US resident; Here’s how to manage its impact on legal heirsIndian professionals holding US ESOPs and RSUs face a significant risk of up to 40% US estate tax on assets exceeding $60,000 after their d...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.01 AM IST
MHA adds West Bengal's Haldia Seaport to immigration checkpoints listHaldia seaport in West Bengal has officially been designated as an immigration checkpoint, becoming India's 41st such facility. This move b...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
A tax-law argument could make or break Trump's H-1B $100,000 planA US court blocked a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it an unconstitutional tax imposed by presidential authority without congressional app...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
India-UK FTA sparks partnership rush among boutique law firmsIndian law firms are actively seeking UK partnerships ahead of a free trade agreement, anticipating a surge in cross-border legal work. Thi...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
Keir Starmer Net Worth: Ex UK PM's career earnings, salary, assets and investments explainedKeir Starmer Net Worth: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned after nearly two years, facing internal party criticism and a challenge...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
New US visa rule could change how long international students can stay in the countryUS authorities are set to replace the 'duration of status' system for international students with fixed stay periods. This significant poli...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Japan to increase visa fees for foreign visitors from July 1Japan is set to significantly hike visa fees for foreigners starting July 1, the first change in 48 years. Single-entry visas will jump fro...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Qatar introduces new residency rule: What foreign workers need to knowQatar has cut the exit window for foreign workers after residence permit cancellation to just two weeks. Previously, workers had 30 days to...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
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...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.12 PM IST