US lifts January pause on immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countriesThe US has lifted its immigrant visa issuance pause for nationals of 75 countries following a federal court order. The restriction, introdu...
01 Sep, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Delhi SIR draft voter list out: If your name is missing, here's everything you need to know to get it added before the final electoral roll is published on November 4Delhi SIR draft voter list name inclusion: Delhi’s draft SIR electoral roll has left out around 47.7 lakh voters whose enumeration forms we...
31 Aug, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
New Zealand to open new Visa Application Centre in Tonga from September 14New Zealand will open a new visa centre in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, on September 14, 2026. This centre will allow customers to access visa servic...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
Canada's electronic travel authorization (eTA): Who needs it, fee, process and key rulesCanada's electronic travel authorization, or eTA, is now required for many air travellers. This authorization costs seven Canadian dollars ...
30 Aug, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
Malaysia introduces new photo verification process for Employment Pass, Dependant Pass applicationsMalaysian authorities now require photograph verification for certain pass applications. Applicants must match photos to passports and meet...
29 Aug, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Should you close your PPF account after becoming an NRI? Here’s what to know about maturity, withdrawal, and tax rulesMoving abroad as an NRI? Your PPF account might not need immediate closure. Discover how your contribution, withdrawal, and maturity option...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
No points system, no French job offer: What Indians need to know about France’s Profession Libérale visaFrance’s Profession Libérale visa allows eligible Indian freelancers, consultants and business owners to move to France without a French jo...
24 Aug, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Baby names 2026: Numbers, symbols and these rules could get your baby's name rejectedNew Jersey officials enforce strict naming protocols for newborns, ensuring all chosen names are appropriate and easily recorded. Names fea...
21 Aug, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
South Africa adds R500 processing fee to ETA system; here’s what travellers will paySouth Africa has introduced a R500 processing fee for applications made through its Electronic Travel Authorisation system. While the digit...
21 Aug, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Centre authorises district collectors in eight regions to grant Indian citizenshipDistrict collectors in Gujarat and other regions can now grant Indian citizenship. The government notified new rules authorizing these offi...
20 Aug, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
MCC counselling 2026 NEET UG Round 1 result today: How to check seat allotment, direct link, reporting dates, Round 2 schedule and moreThe NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 allotment result is scheduled for August 19, with physical reporting at allotted colleges from August ...
19 Aug, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Mobility will stay resilient despite geopolitical shocks: VFS Global CEOVFS Global is positioning itself for substantial growth in the realms of visa processing and citizen services. By harnessing the power of a...
17 Aug, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Birth certificate for NRIs: Why this document matters more than everIndia's birth certificate has become an indispensable document for its citizens. Recent regulations stipulate that birth registrations are ...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
NRI life insurance protection plans can be 50–60% cheaper in India: Should you buy here or in your country of residence?NRIs can buy life insurance in India to protect financial obligations. Additional KYC and underwriting requirements apply for non-resident ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Australia working holiday visa delays: What applicants, including Indians, need to knowAustralia has slowed the processing of Working Holiday Maker visas amid a high volume of applications, even as the government reviews its b...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Canada citizenship certificate wait jumps to 25 months; backlog crosses 121,000Canadian citizenship certificate wait times have significantly increased to twenty-five months. The number of applications awaiting a decis...
13 Aug, 2026, 04.01 PM IST
Indian Consulate in Dubai prioritises Tatkal passport backlog, aims for zero pendency before Independence DayThe Indian Consulate in Dubai is clearing urgent passport applications before Independence Day. Priority is given to Tatkal category applic...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.04 PM IST