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India-New Zealand FTA: The India-New Zealand trade deal or Free Trade Agreement signed on Monday has been called a ‘once-in-a-generation’ trade pact. For one, it gives Indian exporters duty-free or zero duty access to all exports. The implementation of the trade deal is now contingent on New Zealand Parliament’s approval, and in the case of…
The US state of Iowa is reportedly considering a new law that could change how universities hire foreign workers, especially those on H-1B visas. The bill, called House File 2513, has already passed the Iowa House and cleared early stages in the Senate. If approved, it could place new limits on hiring certain foreign nationals…
Kartarpur Sahib (PTI file photo) Pakistan’s High Commission in New Delhi has issued over 2,800 visas to Indian pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations to be held in Pakistan from April 10 to 19.During the visit, pilgrims are expected to travel to major Sikh religious sites, including Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Gurdwara Nankana Sahib and Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib….
The Trump administration is proposing a new rule that will make it more expensive to hire H-1B visa holders and sponsor employment-based immigrants by significantly increasing the required prevailing wages. According to the US Department of Labor (DOL), the proposed rule aims to raise the required minimum salaries by 21% to 33%, depending on a…
US right-wing commentator Natalie Winters has defended opposition to the H-1B visa programme, arguing that concerns about the visa system are economic rather than racial or xenophobic. Winters co-hosts the War Room podcast with Steve Bannon (Former Trump advisor) and said in a recent video that people claiming opposition to H-1Bs is rooted in white…
Eleven Indian nationals have been charged in the United States for allegedly taking part in a scheme that staged armed robberies at convenience stores so that store clerks could falsely claim to be crime victims on immigration applications. According to US prosecutors, the accused face one count of conspiracy to commit visa fraud. Several of…
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a temporary measure allowing expatriate residents currently outside the country to return even if their residency visas have expired, easing travel procedures for those affected by recent disruptions. The decision was announced by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security and will remain in effect from…
Dubai’s Property Boom Has a Secret Engine: Indian Investors Dubai’s real estate market continues to soar in 2026 and one group of buyers is playing a defining role in keeping the momentum alive: Indian investors. From luxury waterfront apartments to mid-market homes, buyers from India are emerging as the largest foreign force behind the emirate’s…
NEW DELHI: A Saudi “pass” or transit visa has become one of the most sought-after travel documents for many Indians in Qatar – where they are the single-largest nationality, more than local Qataris – planning to return home. The same holds true for Bahrain, where too Indians are the largest expat community. They, along with…
The UK Home Office has announced an “emergency brake” on certain visa routes for nationals from four countries following what officials described as widespread abuse of legal visa pathways to claim asylum. Under the new measure, the UK government will end sponsored study visas for nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, while skilled worker…
