India
Visa and immigration updates for Indian nationals — H-1B sponsorship trends, OCI card rules, NRI tax obligations, passport services, and bilateral agreements between India and destination countries.
RBI Seeks Feedback on Draft Amendment Directions to Limit Customer Liability in Digital Transactions
RBI proposes new digital fraud compensation rules as U.S. immigration agencies sharpen focus on electronic payments and fraud enforcement for visa holders.
98.44% ₹2,000 Notes Returned as RBI Withdraws Them Under Clean Note Policy
The RBI reports 98.44% of Rs 2,000 notes returned by Feb 2026, with Rs 5,551 crore still outstanding.…
Immigration Agents Pursue Indian Performers at World War II Memorial on National Mall
A viral dance video at the WWII Memorial sparks backlash and unconfirmed rumors of immigration scrutiny, fueling debates…
Indian Migrant Workers Continue Gulf Moves as West Asia Conflict Escalates
Indian migrants face a dual challenge of West Asia conflict disruptions and shifting U.S. immigration policies, while wage…
Flipkart Reviews Performance, Cuts 300 Jobs as It Prepares for IPO
Flipkart trims 2% of workforce through performance reviews while restructuring for a potential $36-50 billion IPO and expanding…
H-1B Visa Denial Forces Indian Journalist Home, Sparking Reverse Culture Shock
Vaishali Gauba’s H-1B journey highlights 'reverse culture shock' as new 2026 U.S. visa rules prioritize high salaries and…
Indian Founder Anjali Sardana Scales Pronto to $100 Million Valuation in Home Services
Pronto raises $25M at a $100M valuation to formalize India's domestic services market, led by 23-year-old entrepreneur Anjali…
Bilt Rewards Founder Ankur Jain Sees Wealth Jump 217% on Hurun Rich List
Bilt Rewards founder Ankur Jain hits a $3.4B net worth as his rent-loyalty startup reaches a $10.75B valuation,…
TCS Targets Mid-Career Tech Talent in Hiring Drive Months After 12,000 Forced Exits
TCS launches a 10-city recruitment drive for mid-career tech talent in enterprise systems, despite recent layoffs and headcount…
Indonesia Proposes Student Visa Reforms, Drops Letter of Acceptance Fee to Zero
Indonesia announces major student visa reforms, including lower fees, part-time work rights, and simplified application processes to boost…