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H1-B Visa row: Indian IT giant will no longer apply for fresh visa applications

LTIMindtree plans to cease new H-1B visa applications, emphasizing local hiring. CEO Venugopal Lambu cited the $100,000 fee for applications as a factor, aiming for revenue growth without a significant increase in headcount over the next five years.(Reuters)

Published on Dec 01, 2025 11:08 pm IST

Won't relax visa rules for Indians: UK PM Keir Starmer ahead of his Mumbai visit

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer said it

Updated on Oct 08, 2025 11:01 am IST

Borderlands 4: Release date, time, where to play, editions and more

Borderlands 4 release date, time and more(X/@Borderlands)

Published on Sept 08, 2025 09:30 pm IST

US tightens visa rules on interview appointments, likely to hurt Indians

It also clarified that those appointments which have already been scheduled “will generally not be cancelled.

Updated on Sept 08, 2025 08:20 pm IST

Trump moves to limit visa for foreign nationals: How it will affect Indians

The Trump administration said that international students have forever taken advantage of the

Updated on Aug 28, 2025 03:59 pm IST

Thai woman arrested at Lucknow airport for visa rules violations, illegal stay

Police seized the woman's forged documents, including at least three passports, Thai national IDs, boarding passes and two mobile phones.(Representational Image)

Published on Aug 23, 2025 12:56 am IST

New US visa rule to include $15,000 bond: What it means, who’s affected

A new US visa rule will require some tourist visa applicants to post bonds of up to $15,000 to discourage overstays.

Updated on Aug 05, 2025 07:39 am IST

Indians can travel to 59 countries without visa, passport ranking improves

Indian passport was 80th in 2024, now stands three steps up.(File Photo)

Published on Jul 23, 2025 11:21 am IST

‘Those in US illegally will be held responsible’: Embassy in India

The statement comes amid the Donald Trump-led administration's crackdown on immigration.

Published on Jun 29, 2025 06:51 am IST

Was Air India crash victim asked to pay ₹1.1 lakh before flight? MHA clarifies

Except for one passenger, remaining 241 persons aboard the Air India AI171 Boeing 787-7 Dreamliner flight died in the tragic crash on June 12. (PTI)

Published on Jun 14, 2025 05:34 pm IST

Visa waivers, hit TV show: Why Thailand is the top travel destination for 2025

Tourists ride elephants on a beach on Thailand's island of Koh Chang. Thailand’s tourism is back—and bigger than ever! Here’s what’s next.(Photo by Jack TAYLOR / AFP)

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 03:15 pm IST

Govt announces 2 special visa options for international students: How to apply?

Students will need to apply for a visa through the portal at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/, but the authenticity of their application will be verified using the SII ID. (Pic used for representation)

Published on Jan 05, 2025 11:25 am IST

Indians face mass Dubai visa rejections after UAE imposes new rules: Report

UAE's new visa rules also requires travellers to give proof of sufficient bank balance for staying in Dubai. (ADOBE STOCK)

Published on Dec 09, 2024 01:11 pm IST

China eases Hong Kong visa rules: What it means for tourism, Shenzhen residents

Shenzhen residents granted unlimited entry to Hong Kong after China revamps visa rules to boost tourism(REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo)

Published on Nov 29, 2024 03:08 pm IST

UK net migration hit record of more than 900,000 in 2023

UK net migration hit record of more than 900,000 in 2023

Published on Nov 28, 2024 04:20 pm IST

Will India or China send more students abroad in 2030 | Report

The influx of Indian students to countries like Canada, UK, USA, Australia and other most preferred study abroad destinations have been high.(AFP)

Published on Nov 05, 2024 02:47 pm IST

Study in Australia: 3 types of visas that students & guardians should know about

Know the 3 types of visas offered by the Australian govt to international students and their guardians. (Photo credit: Pixabay)

Published on Oct 30, 2024 06:28 pm IST

China offers foreign residents in Hong Kong and Macau 5-year travel visa

Children's walk at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China. The summer school holidays have begun in China, and millions of tourists are expected to flood into the city during this period. Beijing eases mainland China entry with new five-year visa for Hong Kong, Macau residents (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)

Published on Jul 01, 2024 02:48 pm IST

Japan introduces e-Visa for Indian tourists: Here's how you can apply

Indian passport holders can now travel to Japan with an eVisa instead of a physical visa sticker. (Pixabay)

Published on Apr 04, 2024 11:37 am IST

US issued record-breaking 1,40,000 visas to Indian students last year: Official

Last year, the US issued a record over 1,40,000 visas to Indian students.

Published on Nov 29, 2023 06:25 am IST

Thailand likely to ease visa rules to lure tourists from China and India

Participants ride on elephants during a parade welcoming the Islamic New Year and celebrating the culture and traditions of Thailand's southern province of Narathiwat, in Narathiwat. Thailand likely to ease visa rules to lure tourists from China and India (Photo by Madaree TOHLALA / AFP)

Published on Aug 30, 2023 04:59 pm IST

Green Card barriers need urgent attention

Green Card barriers disproportionately affect Indian tech professionals,

Published on Jul 31, 2023 09:11 am IST

Russia to issue 'e-visa' for Indians from August 1. How will it benefit travel?

The electronic visa or e-visa, is an electronic and biometric visa that grants the same rights as a regular visa. (HT File)

Published on Jul 29, 2023 06:20 pm IST

What are ‘stapled visas’ that China issued to Indian players from Arunachal

This is not the first time such ‘stapled visas’ have been issued to Indian citizens from Arunachal Pradesh. (HT FILE) (Representational Image)

Published on Jul 28, 2023 09:19 pm IST

Centre relaxes visa restrictions, allows foreign students, businessmen, but not tourists

Foreign nationals will have to abide by Covid-19 and quarantine guidelines of the respective state they are intending to visit.(PTI)

Updated on Oct 22, 2020 02:02 pm IST

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