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Changes in Canada's post-graduation work permit, key details inside

The length of PGWPs for programs other than master’s degrees will continue to align with the length of the study program, to a maximum of 3 years.

On X (Formerly Twitter), IRCC posted that effective from February 15, 2024, changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) for graduates of master’s degree programs will come into force.(AFP)
Published on Feb 17, 2024 05:57 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Canada dreams turn sour as man loses 10.8 lakh in immigration fraud

In his complaint, P Sankararao of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, said after completing his Masters in Science (MSc), he was searching for jobs online when he got a call from the firm’s owner. The caller offered him help to secure a work visa for Canada for him and his niece in exchange of ₹2 lakh

The accused has been identified as Shubham Kumar, proprietor of Life Line Visa Provider. (iStock)
Updated on Jul 07, 2023 12:39 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Panchkula: Woman looking to send kin abroad duped of 1 lakh

The complainant said her family contacted Milestone Education and Immigration Services, Sector 8, Chandigarh, in April this year to send her daughter and a relative abroad on work permit

In her complaint, Daljit Kaur told Panchkula police that she was the sole breadwinner of the family since the demise of her husband. (HT Photo)
Updated on May 26, 2023 01:22 AM IST
By, Panchkula

Spain to relax work permit rules, grant more work visas to foreigners

Labour shortages have been reported in Spain's tourism, agriculture, construction and technology industries and the government intends to grant more temporary visas for sectors that need workers

Passengers queue at check-in desks at Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport, in Malaga, Spain June 4, 2022. (REUTERS/Jon Nazca)
Updated on Jun 04, 2022 06:41 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Madrid

Carjacking at knifepoint in Zirakpur

Victim waiting at specified spot to meet uncle of woman he befriended on Facebook when five men turn up and steal his car after threatening him with a knife

A gang of men were involved in stealing a car at knifepoint near Decathlon in Zirakpur.(Getty Images/iStockphoto/For representation)
Updated on Sep 28, 2020 11:53 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mohali | By

Farmer ends life after travel agent fails to return 10 lakh

Had taken money in 2013 for helping him go abroad and settle there, sister of deceased alleges in police complaint

The farmer in a suicide note said he was taking the extreme step as a travel agent who had taken <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10 lakh from him to help him go abroad was not returning the money(Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Jun 07, 2020 06:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Ludhiana | By

How to make the most of new post-study work policies in the West

As countries re-work their norms and extend post-study work visas to attract international students, a look at some dos and don’ts.

(iStock)
Updated on Mar 05, 2020 06:34 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByVanessa Viegas

Police crack down on travel agents in Ludhiana, register 8 FIRs

The Division Number 2 police have booked a travel agent, Vatan Arora alias Lucky, of Rajasthan’s Alwar following the complaint of Shamsher Singh of Islam Gunj in Ludhiana.

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Published on Jan 01, 2020 10:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Everything you need to know about FD for NRIs

Rather than leaving their earnings parked in savings account balances, NRIs could consider investing in fixed deposits.

Unlike other investment options, NRI Fixed Deposit offers guaranteed returns that are not affected by market fluctuations.(iStock)
Updated on Aug 20, 2019 05:32 PM IST

30 Telugu students return from United States after ‘pay-to-stay’ scam

Telugu organisations working with the students, who had enrolled in a fake university floated by US authorities to expose the immigration racket, said returning home was the safest option for the students who were not detained or received notices for violation of immigration laws.

As many as 129 students, all from the two Telugu states, continued to remain under “administrative detention” since the racket was busted last week.(Getty Images/Picture for representation)
Updated on Feb 08, 2019 11:00 AM IST
Hyderabad | ByIndo-Asian News Service

Provide biometric information to visit Canada

There will be some exemptions to the expansion of the Canadian biometric programme, including for those below 14 years of age or above 79.

Starting on New Year’s Eve, most visitors from India travelling to Canada will be required to provide biometric information while applying for the relevant documents.(AFP)
Updated on Dec 30, 2018 10:57 AM IST
Toronto | By

Post-Brexit, UK to treat Indian, EU citizens on par for visas

Citizens from 27 EU countries and those from India and elsewhere will be treated on par for purposes of migration after Brexit, the Theresa May government announced on Wednesday in what is being billed as “the biggest shake-up in 40 years” of the visa system.

EU professionals and low-skilled workers will no longer have the automatic right to move and work in the UK after Brexit.(AFP)
Updated on Dec 19, 2018 08:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times, London | By

Will take public opinion on move to revoke work permit for H-4 spouse visa: Trump administration

The Trump administration has assured lawmakers and the American corporate sector that the public would get an opportunity to respond to its proposal of revoking work authorisation to H-4 spouse visas after they raised their concerns over the move.

The Trump administration has assured lawmakers and the American corporate sector that the public would get an opportunity to respond to its proposal of revoking work authorisation to H-4 spouse visas.(REUTERS)
Updated on Nov 10, 2018 12:14 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Washington | ByYashwant Raj, Washington

US move to abolish H-4 visas will impact tens of thousands of Indians

H-4 visa is issued to the spouse of H-1B visa holders, a significantly large number of whom are high-skilled professionals from India.(AP photo)
Updated on Oct 18, 2018 03:01 PM IST
Press Trust of India, Washington | ByPress Trust of India

Chandigarh-based immigration firm fined Rs1.8 lakh for failing to provide foreign work permits

Three people had paid over ₹12 lakh for work permits for Canada, Australia and New Zealand. However, no progress was made by the firm who did not even return their passports.

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Updated on Oct 13, 2018 03:03 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Chandigarh

Why are more Indians opting for EB-5 visa route to pursue higher studies in the US?

Apart from the vast difference in the quality of learning in India and the US, Indian students prefer an American degree because it often serves as an easy route to finding a job and settling in the country.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the US is the most preferred destination for Indian students seeking a foreign degree.(HT file)
Updated on Oct 10, 2018 12:52 PM IST
ByVivek Tandon

New horizons: What do changing visa and work norms mean for Indian students?

As the US and UK become less appealing, a look at countries that offer eased norms, special provisions for the study-abroad student.

(iStock)
Updated on Aug 03, 2018 03:32 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By

Indian professionals drag UK govt to court for denying them work permits

The professionals, including doctors, teachers, entrepreneurs, etc., staged a protest outside Parliament Square in London to protest “unjustified” refusals by the UK home office of their applications for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in Britain.

Pakistan-origin Sajid Javid is Britain's new home secretary.(AFP/File Photo)
Updated on May 02, 2018 03:00 PM IST
Press Trust of India, London | By

Democratic lawmakers oppose ending work permits for H-1B spouses

The Trump administration is planning to propose to end allowing spouses of H1-B visa holders to work legally in the US, a move that could have a devastating impact on tens of thousands of Indians.

New report on H-1B visas vindicates Indian IT firms
Updated on Apr 27, 2018 09:53 AM IST
Press Trust of India, Washington | ByPress Trust of India

Pakistan foreign minister disqualified over UAE work permit

Asif is a close aide of Sharif and is widely seen as an outspoken critic of military interference in politics.

Khawaja Muhammad Asif was disqualified over the alleged possession of a work permit for the United Arab Emirates.(AFP File Photo)
Updated on Apr 26, 2018 07:37 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Islamabad | ByImtiaz Ahmad

US lawmakers, IT industry oppose ban on work permit to spouses of H-1B visa holders

Without the H-4 work authorisation rule, the spouses of H-1B high-skilled employees would be unable to work legally and contribute financially to their households and communities

Demonstrators sit in the concourse at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Seattle, Wash., with a sign that reads
Updated on Apr 25, 2018 10:07 AM IST
Press Trust of India, Washington | ByPress Trust of India
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