US to offer paid fast-track B-1/B-2 visa interviews for $750 – No guaranteed visa The US Department of State launches a pilot program allowing B-1/B-2 visa applicants to pay $750 for faster interview appointments… Updated: June 9, 2026 07:48 IST
The passport that unlocks 90+ countries — costs Rs 1 crore but saves over Rs 2 crore This Visa-free spot for Indians offers its citizens access to over 90 countries, a Rs 50 lakh refund, and more… June 2, 2026 10:26 IST
US Consulate Kolkata launches B1/B2 pilot program: Who benefits from ‘priority’ visa appointments? The US Consulate General in Kolkata issued a new update regarding its brand-new B1/B2 visitor visa pilot program. Check the… May 22, 2026 11:34 IST
Big US B1/B2 visa news: Kolkata Consulate rolls out ‘priority’ slots for parents aged 50+ US Consulate in Kolkata announces priority B1/B2 visitor slots for parents over 50 years of age. Here’s what we know. Updated: May 8, 2026 09:21 IST
Expired B-2 visa & $13M ‘drug crime’: Indian man faces ICE action after Florida arrest Visa stay violation and drug trafficking claims are just two among several red marks that put an Indian man’s identity… Updated: April 28, 2026 07:34 IST
Laid off H-1B workers face new risk as USCIS questions B1/B2 status switch Several cases have arisen in which Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny are being sent to laid-off… March 31, 2026 17:11 IST
B1/B2 visa holders from THESE countries to post a bond of up to $15,000 before entering US. Know the reason If the name of the country is on the Visa Bond list, a B1/B2 visa will be issued to the… March 25, 2026 07:07 IST
B-1/B-2 visa on expired passports and name changes — Everything foreigners need to know about US visas B-1 visa is a non-immigrant visitor visa that allows individuals to enter the United States briefly for business, while B-2… Updated: February 27, 2026 12:32 IST
‘More committed to India than your process is to logic,’ Start-up founder slams US embassy over 214(b) visa rejection An Indian startup founder shares his 214(b) US visa rejection, explaining weak-ties logic, social media scrutiny, and growing frustration among… Updated: February 10, 2026 18:19 IST
‘Still trying to understand why’: Indian startup founder after US B1/B2 visa rejection US visa rejections are rising for Indian entrepreneurs. A startup co-founder shares his experience, raising concerns over unclear interviews, salary… Updated: February 3, 2026 18:53 IST
US tourist visa: Bengaluru woman’s B1/B2 visa rejected, ‘my company applied’ A Bengaluru woman’s US tourist visa application was rejected after an interaction with a visa officer in Hyderabad. Here’s what… Updated: January 26, 2026 20:04 IST
Pay $15,000 to visit US? Massive new “entry fee” slapped on these South Asian tourists Starting January 21, 2026, Bangladeshi B1/B2 visa applicants must pay a refundable $15,000 bond. Learn about official payment rules, refund… Updated: January 19, 2026 19:41 IST
‘B1/B2 visa misuse can lead to lifetime travel ban’: US embassy in India warns travellers in latest advisory US tourist visa: The US Embassy in India has warned B1 and B2 visa holders that misuse of visitor visas… Updated: January 9, 2026 15:44 IST
‘I thought I did everything right,’ Mumbai applicant’s B1 visa rejected despite full company sponsorship Mumbai Reddit user shares shock after B1 visa rejection despite full company sponsorship, strong documents and clear purpose, highlighting rising… November 25, 2025 21:04 IST
B1/B2 visa: Government medical officer’s US tourist visa rejected, explains what went wrong US tourist visa: A government medical officer from Chennai shared their frustrating experience of getting a US B1/B2 visa refused… November 19, 2025 19:11 IST
‘How will I meet my brother now?’ B1/B2 visa rejected under 214(b): applicant seeks answers A sister shares her emotional story of a US visa rejection after nearly a year of waiting to visit her… November 18, 2025 21:38 IST
US announces ‘Fast-track’ visa system for FIFA fans — But no entry guarantee The US is fast-tracking visa appointments for international fans attending the 2026 World Cup through the new FIFA Pass system. November 18, 2025 11:03 IST
US visa interviews: This Indian city has the shortest wait time Indian travelers can check US visa wait times, with Hyderabad offering the shortest and Mumbai the longest, helping plan B1/B2… November 17, 2025 23:49 IST
8th Pay Commission arrears: Central govt employees may receive over 24 months’ back pay; key tax rules explained
No more foreign trips, no new petrol cars: Haryana imposes sweeping austerity measures to conserve fuel and energy
NRI makes Rs 1.35 crore gains from mutual funds in India, pays zero tax: Tax dept rejects exemption, ITAT says this
8th Pay Commission memorandum deadline ends today: Nearly 3-fold hike in minimum salary, pension parity among top demands