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US Work Visa, H-1B visas, employment, foreign workers, Immigration,

US Work Visa: 72.3% of H-1B visas issued by the US in FY 2023 secured by Indians

The H-1B program permits temporary employment of foreign workers in US occupations requiring specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree.

February 7, 2025 12:39 IST

New Zealand, International Students, Fast-Track Visa, Processing times, degree, university

New Zealand to fast-track visa processing for international students already in the country

The priorities for international student visa applications are being adjusted to assist students in New Zealand who are awaiting their…

February 7, 2025 10:53 IST

Bank of England, MPC, rate cut, CPI inflation, Monetary Policy Report,

Bank of England MPC votes by a majority of 7–2 to reduce bank rate by 0.25%

The UK’s central bank has announced its third rate cut in just over six months.

February 6, 2025 18:01 IST

Canada Permanent Resident, Canadian Experience Class, Invitations, Express Entry draw, Skilled Worker Program,

Canada invites foreign skilled workers to apply for permanent residency

Canada has invited thousands of skilled workers for permanent residency in latest Express Entry draw.

February 6, 2025 16:32 IST

Trump birthright citizenship order, blocked, court, judge, children,

Trump’s birthright citizenship order blocked again, another crucial hearing scheduled today

U.S. District Judge Deborah Boardman halted President Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, citing constitutional disputes.

February 6, 2025 13:09 IST

H-1B visa, initial registration period, open date, registration fee, beneficiary, petition, filing, application, employer

H-1B 2026 Season: Initial registration period to open from March 7

H-1B cap-subject petitioners or their representatives are required to use a USCIS online account to register each beneficiary electronically.

February 6, 2025 10:04 IST

The New York Times, stock price, results, quarterly earnings, financials, digital, print,

The New York Times reports quarterly results, stock price in focus now

The Company added approximately 350,000 net digital-only subscribers compared with the end of the third quarter of 2024, bringing the…

February 5, 2025 18:22 IST

Canada, Foreign students, international student permits, jobs, housing accommodations

Over 55% of international students in Canada struggle to find housing

Foreign students in Canada are experiencing financial struggles, with one-third expressing insufficient financial support or uncertainty about their financial situation.

February 5, 2025 16:38 IST

Australia Awards Scholarships program , date, application, fees, undergraduate or postgraduate studies

Australia announces Awards Scholarships for 2026 – Check details

The scholarships cover a range of expenses including full tuition fees and return air travel.

February 5, 2025 14:36 IST

United States Sovereign Wealth Fund, Donald Trump, executive order, International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds, financial assets

America’s first Sovereign Wealth Fund coming soon as Trump issues executive order

United States Sovereign Wealth Fund is to take shape under Trump’s presidency.

February 5, 2025 13:41 IST

Black Swan, author, warning, stock market, tech stocks, investors, Nassim Taleb,

Black Swan author warns of market shock bigger than Nvidia’s crash

Black Swan author warns that future selloffs in the market may be two to three times more severe than the…

February 5, 2025 10:34 IST

Trade war, China, Trump tariffs, US equity futures, investors

US equity futures mixed as China retaliates against Trump’s tariffs

The latest on Trump’s trade war has bad news for the markets from China leading to US equity futures trade…

Updated: February 4, 2025 18:36 IST

EU Settlement Scheme, eligible pre-settled status holders, EUSS application, UK Visas, Immigration account

UK to grant automatic settled status under EU Settlement Scheme

The Home Office has introduced a new process to automatically convert eligible pre-settled status holders to settled status without requiring…

February 4, 2025 13:25 IST

US visa bulletin, February, foreign workers, immigrant, EB-5 visa, released

US visa bulletin February shows minor movement in dates for filing applications by some Indian immigrants

The dates for the filing chart and the final action dates chart were not altered in the February US visa…

Updated: February 4, 2025 10:57 IST

Indians, sending money abroad, investing, foreign equities, international markets

Indian Investors Go Global: 78% surge in overseas remittances for equity and debt investments

The recent changes in capital gains taxation have introduced parity between domestic and international assets, thereby leveling the playing field…

February 2, 2025 17:07 IST

global economy, global uncertainty, Ruchir Sharma

Indian investors gain extra returns as INR weakens against US dollar

Indians diversifying investments with US stocks gain an advantage due to the strength of the dollar, as their value increases…

February 2, 2025 13:11 IST

Canada, Study Permits, caps, international student, provincial allocations

Canada lowers international student intake by capping study permits at 4,37,000 for 2025

Canada finalizes provincial and territorial allocations under the international student cap for 2025

February 2, 2025 07:07 IST

Canada, capital gains tax hike, taxpayers, middle-class, Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption

Canada defers capital gains tax hike, providing more time for taxpayers

The government of Canada announces deferral in the implementation of the change to the capital gains inclusion rate.

February 1, 2025 11:08 IST

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US lawmaker proposes to remove tax exemptions for foreign workers under OPT program

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RBI proposes to ease foreign fundraising for firms

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RBI proposes framework to link corporate fundraising limits from abroad to financial strength, removes cost caps and eases end-use restrictions. Under the new guidelines, companies can raise ECBs up to $1 billion or 300% of net worth, with simplified reporting requirements and eligibility for entities under restructuring or investigation.

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