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Hours after Washington found flattering adjectives for New Delhi, the bill arrived. US President Donald Trump, never one to miss a crisis without billing someone else, announced a fresh 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran. In short, India, one of Tehran’s top five trading partners, stands at the receiving end yet again. According to […]
A federal investigation into immigration violations in the United States has exposed a web of unlawful employment, financial support and marriage fraud involving two men originally from Gujarat, culminating in convictions and prison sentences. At the centre of the case is Rajesh Patel, 51, a businessman based in Ronceverte, West Virginia, who has been handed […]
An Indian national living in Canada has reported an alleged extortion attempt after his residence in Brampton came under gunfire while his family was inside. According to the media in Canada, the man, who migrated to Canada three years ago and operates an immigration and education consultancy, has chosen to remain anonymous citing security concerns. […]
The humble Bihari samosa has taken the streets of London by storm, thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen of a Gujarati family. Bihari Samosa Ghantawala, a brand that started as a small stall in Gujarat, has become an international sensation, drawing long lines and global attention for its delicious samosas and unique street-style […]
If you are an H-1B or H-4 visa holder in India, the past few weeks may have felt like waiting for a train that never shows up. Social media checks, introduced on December 15, have turned travel plans into a guessing game. Immigration experts say phones of visa aspirants have been ringing non-stop, with people […]
If you plan to visit the US on a B1/B2 visitor visa, there is a caveat. The tour shouldn’t be anything more beyond innocent meetings, sightseeing or meeting your family. The consequences of misuse of a US visa could be dire, the US Consulate General in Mumbai has warned. The Consulate advisory for B1/B2 visa holders […]
Bangladesh police have arrested the prime suspect in the brutal lynching of Hindu garment factory worker Dipu Das, a killing that drew international outrage and renewed attention to attacks on minorities in the country. Authorities say the accused, former teacher Yasin Arafat, played a central role in organising and leading the mob that killed Das […]
As diplomacy over the war in Ukraine unfolds in Washington, a fresh push is emerging to tighten the screws on Russia’s global energy trade. US President Donald Trump has backed a bill that would impose sanctions on countries buying Russian oil, including China and India, a senior Republican senator said. Lindsey Graham, a senator from […]
A Hindu man lost his life in Bangladesh after jumping into a water body while trying to escape a group of people who were allegedly chasing him on suspicion of theft, police officials confirmed on Wednesday. The incident occurred in Naogaon district. The deceased has been identified as Mithun Sarkar, according to media reports. Naogaon […]
In a striking shift in the European labor market, a new study reveals that Indian employees in Germany are now earning significantly higher median incomes than local German workers. According to the Institute of the German Economy (IW), the median gross monthly wage for Indian nationals reached €5,393 (approx. ₹5,69,000) in 2024—surpassing the German median […]
Immigration has been a strongly divisive issue in the US, with lawmakers clamouring for controls to check the rampant misuse of visas and the subsequent abuse of public benefits. Calls for tighter restrictions have grown louder within the Republican Party. Now, Florida Republican Congressman Randy Fine has asked for a complete pause on all immigration […]
As Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the first Muslim Mayor of New York City on January 1st, his choice of attire transformed a standard political ceremony into a powerful statement of cultural heritage and ethical fashion. Eschewing traditional luxury brands, Mamdani wore a custom, gold-embroidered tie designed by an Indian in Delhi. The tie […]
Marriage to an American used to be spoken of in almost fairy-tale terms in immigration circles. Fall in love, say “I do,” fill out some forms and wait for the Green Card to arrive. These days, that storyline is being rewritten. A wedding album is not enough to carry the plot. That coveted Permanent Resident […]
He walked through Indira Gandhi International Airport like a regular traveller. But the document in his hand was a lie. It was a carefully forged passport. The immigration officials realised in a split second that something was off. Jigar Patel, 30, from Mehsana, had returned from the US carrying a false identity. It was one […]
A regular routine trade facilitation engagement has escalated into a cross-border investigation. An Ahmedabad-based firm is under the scanner for an alleged international trade fraud. According to reports, it has caused losses to the tune of almost $1 million to the South Korean government. The firm has reportedly dodged customs duties in India. The matter […]
A video circulated on social media showing a Christmas party at a Canadian Amazon warehouse has stirred debate. The creator claimed everyone in the footage was Indian. He said the post was not meant to attack Indians but to question why Canadians were not getting jobs. The authenticity of the video has not been independently […]
A 20-year-old Indian student has been killed in a shooting near the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus, prompting Canadian police to launch a manhunt and seek public assistance. The victim has been identified as Shivank Avasthi, an Indian national pursuing doctoral studies in Canada. Toronto Police said officers responded to a distress call on Tuesday […]
The Gujarat HC has declared a date of return for an accused now in Australia in the 2023 Gujarat University missing answer sheets case. According to the court directive, the accused must return to India by January 6, 2026. The court said she must appear before the trial court that has already issued summons and a warrant for framing […]
A fresh controversy has erupted at the Oxford Union following claims by its Pakistani president, Moosa Harraj, that Pakistan had “won” a debate on India’s policy towards its neighbour—despite the event never taking place in the form projected. The episode has drawn renewed attention to a separate student-led debate held earlier in November, where an […]
With the US no longer considered a viable option, many youngsters in Haryana are reviewing their plans to go abroad. The risks of illegal migration and the recent deportations have forced a reset. The desire to build a future overseas remains strong. A top national newspaper reported that they are turning to structured pathways. The shift comes […]
