US Visa Types Explained: H-1B, L-1, and Policy Shifts Impacting India-US Relations
The intricate relationship between India and the United States is significantly shaped by the movement of people, with the US visa system serving as t…
Diaspora
India-UK Relations: Evolution, Challenges, FTA 2025
The recent agreement on the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom in May 2025 signifies a pivotal moment in their long-stand…
India’s Changing Remittance Landscape: From Gulf to Advanced Economies
India recently hit a major milestone in its global remittance story. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Sixth Round of Remittances Sur…
The ‘Dunki’ Route: Why Indians Take Risky Paths to Enter the US Illegally
The deportation of hundreds of Indians from the United States has brought renewed attention to the dangerous and costly "dunki" (or "donkey") route us…
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is being held in Bhubaneswar from January 8-10, 2025, under the theme “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat.” The…
RCIC Explained: How Indian Students Can Benefit from Canada’s Rural Immigration Program
Over recent years, securing Permanent Residency (PR) in Canada has become increasingly challenging for international students, especially Indians. The…
Support Centres for Indian Women Abroad
The Ministry of External Affairs has initiated the establishment of nine One-Stop Centres (OSCs) globally to support Indian women in distress abroad. Seven centres will…
India’s Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP)
India’s Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP), launched in June 2024, facilitates expedited immigration for frequent international travellers, including OCI cardholders. Operational at 31 international…
US Skilled Immigration Controversy: Key Insights on H-1B Visas and Green Cards
The conversation around skilled immigration in the United States continues to be a hot-button issue, especially in light of recent developments involving high-profile figures like…
