Indian Captain on Flydubai Foils Hijacking Plot Targeting Israelis, Saves 180
A cockpit altercation forced Flydubai flight FZ1073 to divert to Tabuk, where it landed safely. Captain Smit Machchhar was stabbed and reportedly helped...
USCIS Announces Updated EB-5 Investor Program Fees to Cover Full Costs
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services finalized a new EB-5 fee schedule on September 29, raising charges…
Saudi Airport Accepts Flydubai Plane Bound for Tel Aviv, No Hijacking Involved
A Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after sending emergency signals…
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H-1B
Labor Department Inspector General Says H-1B Visa System Could Look Very Different in a Year
TAX
CBDT Extends Income Tax Audit Report Deadline to October 21, ITR Filing to November 21
AIR
FAA Part 139 Certification Clears Mckinney National Airport for Avelo Airlines Service
IND
US Visa Wait Times in India Hit 12 Months as Department of State Tracks B1/B2 Appointments
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