Migration

Each year, millions of red crabs swarm across Christmas Island in a breathtaking migration from forest to sea for spawning.

10 incredible facts about the great winter migration of birds

Discover 10 amazing facts about winter bird migration, from navigation skills to endurance, showcasing how species survive harsh seasonal journeys.

World’s 9 most beautiful butterflies with unique colours and where they live

Explore the planet’s most colourful and unique butterflies. From the shimmering blue morpho to the camouflaged owl butterfly, each species showcases nature’s art and the importance of protecting their habitats.

From villages to tier II cities: New migration data to feature in Periodic Labour Force Survey from 2026

The last such effort was undertaken in 2020–21, which helped researchers gauge the devastating impact of the pandemic on migration and the subsequent return of people to rural areas

10 Incredible Migratory Birds to Spot This Winter

Winter is the perfect time to witness the awe-inspiring journeys of migratory birds. These avian travellers cover vast distances, bringing vibrant colours and melodies. Here are ten incredible species to watch for during their winter migrations.

US military aircraft deport migrants, as Pentagon readies more troops for border

Trump in his first day in office declared illegal immigration a national emergency

Davos 2025: Narrative of labour strikes, migration issues propaganda, Kerala is business-friendly, says industries minister P Rajeeve

Kerala Minister for Industries, Law, and Coir P Rajeeve said that states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Gujarat have reported a higher number of labour strikes compared to his state

India third-largest source of illegal immigrants in US, with 6.6% share in 2022: Pew Research

In Washington for the Trump's inauguration, external affairs minister S Jaishankar has said India has always been open to the “legitimate return” of undocumented Indians

Erdogan Urges EU Support for Syrian Refugee Returns and Inclusive Transition | N18G

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan calls on the European Union to support the return of Syrian refugees who fled the civil war, emphasizing the need for an inclusive administration in Syria. Speaking at a joint press conference with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Erdogan also condemned terrorist groups in the region, while von der Leyen pledged additional EU funds for Syrian reconstruction and voluntary returns. The EU’s support will focus on safe repatriation and managing migration, with potential discussions on lifting sanctions tied to progress in Syria’s peaceful transition.

Indian pharma, textiles may gain from Trump's tariffs on China, Mexico, Canada

However, retaliatory or pre-emptive actions from countries as seen in the case of Beijing could also harm certain Indian sectors like the nation’s solar panel industry.

Panama announces more migrant deportation flights to India, China and Ecuador

Panama's recently-inaugurated President Jose Mulino, who campaigned on a pledge to end his nation's status as a major migrant transit point, made the announcement during his weekly press conference

Brazil will restrict entry to Indian, Nepalese nationals, aiming to curb migration to the US and Canada

The move, which starts on Monday, will affect migrants from Asian countries who require visas to remain in Brazil. It does not apply to people from Asian countries currently exempt from visas to Brazil. US citizens and many European nationals also do not require visas for Brazil

Paytm starts migrating customers to new UPI IDs

Gradually, all Paytm users with @paytm handles will be asked to migrate to a new UPI handle with consumer consent

UK flags migration concerns as Delhi seeks easier visa norms in FTA, says source

India and UK are looking to balance migration and mobility concerns as both nations look to conclude talks for the Free Trade Deal sooner than later

50% jump in blue-collar worker migration from India to Gulf nations; UP tops list

The study, which considered a sample size of 1 lakh workers, marked a shift in migration patterns — with Kerala, a historically significant contributor — experiencing a drastic 90 percent decrease over the last decade

Bandhan Bank completes digital migration of core banking system

Recently, certain banks have encountered technical difficulties with their digital and tech-based banking services.

How Germany’s Bremerhaven, once a city of farewells, is attracting immigrants

The seaside German town of Bremerhaven is a typical harbour town except for a fascinating distinction — it is the town from where 7 million Germans emigrated. Today it welcomes migrants with open arms.

In Pics: Migrants crowd at the U.S.-Mexico border as Title 42 gives way to new rules

A 3-year-old asylum restriction known as Title 42 ended and has been replaced by new regulations imposed by the Biden administration.

Migrating abroad for work is a no-brainer 

It would take decades for non-migrants to match the income gains of migrants to a high income country, says a World Bank report 

Learn from social media scare: Address stigmatisation of migrant workers in Tamil Nadu, and elsewhere

While Tamil Nadu and Bihar governments took quick steps to counter viral videos that scared migrant workers, governments have much work to do to address the brutal “othering” of migrant workers, which have underlying political and economic motives

Big Brother is watching: US records 100-fold rise in Indian immigrants caught at Mexico border

The number of Indian immigrants in the US went up more than 50 percent between 2010 and 2021, and remittances to India from the US now tops the list.

Britain, Malta sign deal covering defence, migration

The agreement was signed during a short visit to the island by British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, who met Foreign Minister Ian Borg.

India, Finland ink joint declaration of intent on migration and mobility

The declaration was signed by Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan and Finland's Minster of Employment Tuula Haatainen primarily to arrive at a mutually beneficial arrangement on migration and mobility.

As UK plans to restrict foreign students, here's a look at Indians studying abroad and their preferred destinations

As many as 770,000 Indian students went abroad for higher education in 2019 and the number is estimated to grow to roughly 1.8 million by 2024

EU to discuss migration problems at extraordinary meeting on Nov 25

"Ministers will address the current situation in all migratory routes," the Presidency said in a tweet.