Visa
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France lifts airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders
World | April 23, 2026 23:43 ISTThe discussion for the removal of the transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders was agreed during the meeting between PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai earlier this year.
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US visa policy: Bond requirement extended to 12 more countries for B1, B2 visas
Travel | March 18, 2026 22:48 ISTThe US has expanded its visa bond programme for B1 and B2 applicants, adding 12 more countries to the list. Alongside the update, here’s a breakdown of how the bond system works and what it means for travellers.
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Tarique Rahman's swift move: Bangladesh restores visa services for Indians, signals thaw with Delhi
World | February 20, 2026 19:26 ISTStarting Friday morning, Bangladesh's High Commission in New Delhi fully reactivated consular services, reinstating unrestricted access to tourist, medical, business, work, and all other visa categories for Indian nationals- previously scaled back during the standoff.
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Emmanuel Macron unveils visa ease and English courses to attract 30,000 Indian students by 2030
India | February 18, 2026 18:43 ISTFrench President Emmanuel Macron, alongside Union Health Minister JP Nadda, launched the Indo-French Campus on AI in Global Health at AIIMS, a groundbreaking center set to transform medical care via artificial intelligence.
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Germany announces visa-free transit for Indian nationals | Details inside
India | January 12, 2026 19:34 ISTHowever, it must be noted that this will not allow the travellers to leave the international airport area or enter Germany. This facility will also not be applicable on Indian nationals who are planning to visit Germany for business, tourism or other such purposes.
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No more H-1B visa lottery: Trump backs high-paid, skilled worker | What's next for applicants?
World | December 24, 2025 12:07 ISTH-1B Visa alert: According to the DHS, the lottery-based system had been criticised for years. Officials said it allowed some employers to misuse the process by hiring lower-skilled foreign workers at cheaper wages.
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US Embassy issues visa alert: 'Enhanced' online vetting for all H-1B, H-4 applicants | Check details
World | December 23, 2025 8:43 ISTIn a statement, the embassy advised applicants to apply as early as possible and be prepared for extra processing time due to the expanded checks.
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India accelerates Chinese business visas to four weeks amid US tariff storm and Sino-Indian Thaw
India | December 12, 2025 17:59 ISTStricter visa rules exacted a steep toll, reveals an Observer Research Foundation report cited by media. Indian electronics firms hemorrhaged $15 billion in production over four years, crippled by the absence of vital Chinese machinery for mobiles and appliances.
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10 countries Indians can visit easily: Fast e-visas, DAC entry and top things to do
Lifestyle | December 10, 2025 21:12 ISTAtlys’ latest travel data highlights the easiest countries for Indians to visit, featuring quick e-visa approvals, DAC entry and VoA options, plus what each destination is best known for.
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Canada's mass visa cancellation plan that may target Indians. Details inside
World | November 04, 2025 14:47 ISTRefugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) have teamed up with US authorities to detect and cancel fraudulent visa applications.
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Afghanistan denies visas to Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, other top officials: Report
World | October 13, 2025 23:42 ISTAfghanistan’s reported rejection of visa requests from Pakistan’s top defence officials marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two neighbours amid ongoing border clashes and deepening diplomatic mistrust.
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How US visa policies changed since Donald Trump took office: A complete list
World | August 12, 2025 16:59 ISTTrump’s second-term immigration overhaul has brought in a wave of rules ranging from digital surveillance to stricter interview mandates and travel restrictions.
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India makes biggest leap in passport power index, visa-free access to 59 countries
India | July 22, 2025 17:28 ISTDespite adding just two new destinations to its visa-free access list, bringing the total to 59, India registered the biggest improvement in ranking among all countries in the latest update.
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UAE's 23 lakh Golden Visa for Indians explained: Why China and Pakistan are left out
Explainers | July 08, 2025 18:04 ISTThe UAE has launched a nomination only Golden Visa pilot for Indians and Bangladeshis, offering lifetime residency for AED 100,000 without real estate investment. Pakistan and China are excluded, signalling a strategic shift in immigration policy based on trust, talent and geopolitical alignment.
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Where can Indians secure low-cost permanent residency after UAE's lifetime Golden Visa?
India | July 07, 2025 16:18 ISTThe United Arab Emirates has launched a lifetime Golden Visa for Indian nationals at a one-time fee of AED 100,000 roughly INR 23.4 lakh. With countries tightening immigration in the West, nations across Asia, Europe and Latin America are competing for global talent.
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Australia national innovation visa: Is it a new gateway to citizenship for global talent? Explained
Explainers | July 07, 2025 12:50 ISTAustralia’s national innovation visa offers a pathway to citizenship for high-performing professionals, researchers, artists and athletes who meet strict eligibility criteria.
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UAE rolls golden visa for Indians: Lifetime residency at Rs 23 lakh, check eligibility and benefits
World | July 07, 2025 9:05 ISTUnder the new policy, Indians can now secure a lifetime UAE Golden Visa by paying AED 1,00,000 (around Rs 23.30 lakh). According to people involved in the process, over 5,000 Indians are expected to apply within three months.
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US issues warning to Indian, international students: 'Your visa will be immediately revoked if...'
Higher Studies | May 27, 2025 16:45 ISTThe US has issued a warning to Indian and international students in the country amid growing uncertainty over immigration policy enforcement. As per the latest announcement, foreign students studying in the US found skipping classes or dropping out of their courses may risk losing their visa.
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Pakistan reopens Attari-Wagah border gate for its citizens; NORI visa holders still stranded
World | May 02, 2025 12:56 ISTA few vehicles and pedestrians with Pakistani passports were permitted entry on Friday, while some Indian families, despite having valid documents, were stopped at the border.
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Pahalgam terror attack: India revokes 14 categories of visas granted to Pakistani nationals
India | April 25, 2025 21:02 ISTFollowing the Cabinet Committee on Security's decision, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday called up the chief ministers of all the states and asked them to ensure that no Pakistani stays in India beyond the deadline set for leaving the country.
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