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Armenia grants temporary 180-day visa-free entry to eligible Indian residents of US, EU and GCC countries

Armenia grants 180-day visa-free entry to eligible Indian residents of US, EU and GCC countries from January to July 2026. Here’s who qualifies and what documents are required.

Gurgaon founder's US visa gets rejected: 13 years of building in India not enough proof that I'll return

'When someone running a business in India for over 13 years is labelled as having ‘weak ties,’ it raises a broader question about how Indian entrepreneurs are being assessed globally,' Jasveer Singh said, adding that he has not decided yet on applying again.

Back on track: Why Indian travellers are exploring Europe by rail

India has emerged as the second-largest market for the Swiss travel pass and the fourth-largest for Eurail, a report said

6 foreign countries you can actually drive to from India

Discover six foreign countries you can legally drive to from India, including Nepal, Bhutan, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore. Learn about distances, routes, permits, and travel tips for an epic road trip adventure.

New Zealand confirms 2026 working holiday visa opening dates: How to apply, eligibility and all you need to know

New Zealand confirms 2026 Working Holiday Visa opening dates and country-wise caps. Check eligibility, how to apply, visa duration and key rules.

Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil to feel the heat of Trump’s visa crackdown

Restricted countries accounted for over 43% of US immigrant visas issued in early 2025, data shows

US visa processing halted for 75 nations: Pakistan, Bangladesh included. Check full list

The development comes amid a broader tightening of immigration policies under Donald Trump, who returned to office last January and has since pursued a sweeping crackdown on migration

Germany allows visa-free transit facility for Indians: What Indian passport holders can now do

Visa News: The visa-free transit decision comes as part of broader efforts by India and Germany to deepen cooperation across education, mobility and people-centric exchanges, alongside growing strategic and economic engagement between the two countries

US Embassy in India issues fresh warning for B1, B2 visa holders: ‘Learn what you are and are not allowed to do’ – what you need to know

US Embassy warns Indian B1, B2 visa holders to follow visitor rules strictly, cautioning that misuse or overstaying could lead to a permanent US travel ban.

UK executive lists problems of working globally with Indian passport: Rupee keeps sliding, bad air...

'I’m not angry. I’m tired,' Kunal Kushwaha, who works with an AI company in London, shared. 'This isn’t about patriotism or hate. It’s about friction. About how much harder life becomes when you work globally but carry a passport that limits time, and mental bandwidth.'

Visa startup Atlys in talks to raise around $40 million from SIG, MakeMyTrip amid travel boom

Atlys is being valued at around $200 million in the ongoing negotiations with potential investors, including Sofina, sources told Moneycontrol

‘I’ll fire every H-1B worker,’ says Florida governor candidate. 7 things to know about James Fishback

James Fishback had earlier also hit out at Indian immigrants in the US and declared, 'You can’t make America great again with Indians'.

7 visa-free Asian countries Indians can explore this winter

Planning a winter getaway? Discover 7 Asian countries Indian passport holders can visit visa-free in 2025. From tropical beaches to Himalayan retreats, enjoy hassle-free travel this season.

Indian-origin US professor says firms prefer H-1B workers as they are 'cheaper, controllable’

While acknowledging that some highly skilled individuals do enter the US through H-1B visa programme, political science professor Dr Ron Hira argued that many roles filled by visa holders could be handled by American workers.

Indians now face record 99-day wait for Canadian visitor visas — what travellers should know

Indian travellers now face a record 99-day wait for Canadian visitor visas — the longest among major source countries, according to IRCC’s latest immigration data.

Visa, Mastercard offer $200 billion reprieve to retailers

As part of the agreement, the networks will reduce the average effective interchange rate

China extends visa-free entry policy until 2026, adds Sweden to the scheme — here’s what travelers need to know

China extends visa-free entry for citizens from more than 40 countries, including newly added Sweden, until 2026. The move boosts tourism and global ties, expands visa-free transit ports, and simplifies digital entry processes.

US CEO rants against H-1B, urges businesses to ‘stop importing Indians’

James Fishback claimed that companies routinely avoid hiring Americans by manipulating job postings and interview processes. 'Companies that fire American workers and hire H-1Bs must be deprived of capital,' he said.

India launches e-Arrival Card for foreigners, making immigration faster and easier – All you need to know

India’s e-Arrival Card is now live from October 1, 2025, streamlining immigration for foreign visitors. Apply online for faster, hassle-free entry into India.

UAE introduces four new visit visa categories — All you need to know

Discover the UAE’s 2025 visa updates with four new visit visa categories, including visas for AI specialists, entertainment travelers, cruise ship visitors, and event attendees. Learn about key changes to humanitarian, business, and family visas, and stay informed on UAE residency rules.