India e-visa access expansion has increased authorised arrival points to 88. Attari border entry and new e-visa airports at Bhopal and Tirupati join eight other land ports, offering eligible foreign visitors more routes into India.   India Expands E-Visa Access via Attari and 10 More Ports New Delhi, August 11, 2026: International travellers holding

AAA Cinemas Inorbit Mall Visakhapatnam has opened as a premium eight-screen entertainment destination featuring Q Luxon LED technology, Dolby Atmos and exclusive lounges. Icon Star Allu Arjun attended the grand launch, marking the brand’s debut in Vizag. AAA Cinemas Makes Grand Debut in Visakhapatnam AAA Cinemas ha

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

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

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

What the Seven-Year Green Card Proposal Means A US senator has renewed efforts to establish a rolling seven-year residency requirement under the immigration Registry system. The proposal could allow qualifying H-1B professionals and other long-term residents to apply for permanent residency. US Senator Revives 7-Year Green Card Pathway for H-1B Holders The H-1B green card after 7 years

Protest FIR impact on passport and career can extend beyond the protest site. FIR effect on passport application, student visa criminal background checks and police verification may create delays even without conviction.   Students joining peaceful demonstrations may not always consider how a police complaint could affect their future. An FIR does not establish guilt, but legal experts say it can still create problems during passport verificat

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.