Around 133 people who claim they were cheated in an alleged overseas visa and job fraud staged a protest at Koodaranji in Kozhikode, demanding the arrest of the accused and recovery of crores of rupees they say they lost. Visa Fraud Victims Stage Protest in Koodaranji Victims of an alleged overseas visa and employment fraud organised a protest in Koodaranji on Sunday, brin

USCIS officers can now deny incomplete or insufficiently supported immigration benefit requests without first seeking additional evidence. The policy applies immediately to eligible requests pending or filed on or after August 5, 2026. USCIS Tightens Immigration Filing Rules US Citizenship and Immigration Services has strengthened evidence requirements for immigration benefit requests, giving officers wider discretion to deny cases th

The Andhra Pradesh government plans to mobilise investments of up to Rs 9.3 lakh crore for the Visakhapatnam Economic Region through public and private projects. The VER plan will focus on AI data centres, ports, tourism, clean technology, green hydrogen, energy and infrastructure-led regional development. Visakhapatnam Economic Region Eyes Rs 9.3 Lakh Crore Push Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government has unveiled an ambitious inves

Fresh from her historic Japan Open Super 750 triumph, badminton star PV Sindhu joined the Andhra Pradesh Government's Jeevandan organ donation drive in Visakhapatnam, urging people to embrace organ donation awareness and describing it as a priceless gift that gives countless patients a second chance at life. PV Sindhu Supports Jeevandan Organ Donation Drive Indian badminton icon PV Sindhu participated in an organ donation awareness progr

Why Filing ITR Matters Even When No Tax Is Payable Filing an income tax return can remain useful even when your final tax liability is zero. A timely ITR may help you claim excess TDS, carry forward eligible investment losses, document your income, and support future loan or visa applications. Benefits of Filing ITR With Zero Tax: 5 Reasons It Matters The benefits of filing ITR with zer

Visa Restructures Workforce Despite Strong Business Growth Visa is cutting approximately 2,600 jobs, representing about 7% of its global workforce. Technology and product teams will face most of the reductions as the payment company improves efficiency and redirects resources towards AI and other growth opportunities. Visa 2,600 Job Cuts in 2026 Target Tech and Product Teams Visa's 2,60

America Ends Open-Ended Visa Stays for Students and Journalists The United States has finalised stricter visa regulations that will introduce fixed admission periods for international students, exchange visitors, and foreign journalists. The US student visa stay limit 2026 will replace the long-standing system that allowed eligible visa holders to remain for the duration of their academic programme or professional assignment. Under the new Department of

Thailand 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians Retained in 2026 Thailand’s 30-day visa-free entry for Indians will continue under the country’s revised 2026 travel policy. However, Indian passport holders will now be permitted to stay without a visa for a maximum of 30 days instead of the earlier 60-day period. The decision offers relief to Indian tourists after uncertainty over whether Thailand would completely remove India from its visa-exemption prog

H-1B Visa Rules From August: Indians Face Fresh Hurdles The proposed H-1B visa rules from August could create fresh uncertainty for Indian professionals, students, and employers using key US immigration routes. The Trump administration is preparing changes that may tighten H-1B visa processing, Green Card sponsorship, student visa stay rules, OPT work permits, and H-4 spouse work authorization. The proposed changes are part of the latest US regulatory ag

Naidu pushes district growth mapping in Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to prepare district economic profiles within two months to identify growth opportunities across the State. The move is aimed at mapping sector-wise strengths and creating focused development plans for each district.

India-New Zealand FTA Row: Peters Alleges Visa Rule Changes Target Indians New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has alleged that immigration-related terms linked to the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement have been quietly changed in a way that could affect Indian students, workers, and professionals. The allegation has triggered a political row in New Zealand, with the ruling National Party rejecting the claim and calling it misinformation. Th

Singapore Tops 2026 Passport Index, India Rises To 80th Rank Singapore leads the 2026 passport ranking with access to 192 destinations, while India moves up to 80th as global citizenship proof rules continue to differ.   Singapore Tops 2026 Passport Index As India Moves Up; Citizenship Proof Rules Differ Globally A passport is often seen as a simple travel document, but it also reflects

Andhra Cabinet Clears 87 Proposals For Jobs And Growth The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved 87 proposals covering industrial projects, tourism, data centres, ports, welfare schemes, and infrastructure development, with a focus on attracting investment and creating employment. Cabinet Approves Major Growth Plan The Andhra Pradesh Cabine

Indian H-1B Worker Alleges Employer Forced Him To Pay $100K To Keep Visa Status An Indian technology worker in the United States has filed a lawsuit alleging that his employer forced him to pay nearly $100,000 to keep his job and maintain his legal immigration status. The worker, identified as Rishikesh Raj Meesala, has accused Progress Solutions, Inc. and its Indian-origin chief executive, Sai Jitendra Kalagara, of using his H-1B visa dependency to pres

H-1B Interview Question Worries Indian Applicants As US Visa Scrutiny Tightens H-1B visa applicants are facing a tougher interview environment in the United States, with many candidates now being asked a question that is catching them off guard: “Why can’t an American do this job?” The question has become a growing concern among skilled foreign workers, especially applicants from India working in technology, IT services, consulting, and other speci