The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University's eligibility to enrol foreign students, raising concerns over the legal status of thousands of students, including nearly 800 from India, currently enrolled at the varsity.
Kevin Woods, head, visa department, British Deputy High Commission, Chennai, answers this and other visa-related questions.
Dan Chugg, the First Secretary and the official spokesman of the British High Commission in New Delhi, in an exclusive phone interview talks about studying in the UK.
Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.
rediffGURU Sushil Sukhwani offers expert advice on about pursuing higher education abroad.
Nick Jagger, Entry Clearance Officer at the British Deputy High Commission in Mumbai, discusses the student visa process and how students can best apply.
Given the prevailing employment market, uncertainty in the United States and the exorbitant expenses associated with studying abroad, it would be prudent for your son to acquire professional experience in India initially, advises rediffGURU Pananjay Tiwari.
The British Council invites students who have received an offer of admission from UK institutions for a pre-departure briefing that will include all the information required to prepare for student life in the UK.
Educational institutions in Canada offer courses ranging from eight months duration to two years, says Sushil Sukhwani
Dan Chugg, First Secretary (Information), British High Commission, New Delhi sheds some light on the recently introduced visa rules.
rediffGURU Geeta Ratra offers expert advice on international courses, student visas and immigration processes.
Students who have received admission to foreign universities are struggling with unexpected delays, additional living costs and scarcity of vaccine supplies.
Check if you are eligible. Keep documents ready. Plan in advance to avoid last-minute delays.
Chevening Scholarships offer full financial support for one year to candidates applying for a master's degree at any UK university.
The new list has just 85 banks operating in India whose statements will be accepted for purposes of student visas.
Education UK experts at British Council hosted a chat with readers on July 24. The transcript.
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International Institute of Hotel Management announces all-India entrance test on May 22, 2009
The UK has relaxed its immigration rules giving greater flexibility to students and businesses that employ and sponsor international migrants.
Exchange rates to provide for 5-7% savings in package costs; consultants forecast higher property purchases by Indians; currency depreciation to make education cheaper
Haneef, 27, who worked as a junior doctor at the Gold Coast Hospital, was charged with "recklessly" providing support to a terrorist organisation on July 14, following 12 days in detention under anti-terror laws.
'Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert, stay vigilant.'
Post Brexit, Irish universities are seeing a surge in applications says Barry O'Driscoll, senior spokesperson for Education in Ireland.
Attend the annual Pre-Departure Briefings organised by the British Council.
Lavina Collins, deputy chief of mission at the Irish Embassy, discusses with RMS Atwal the various facets of education in Ireland,
Many of the Indian students after completing post-graduation and other courses have switched to HSMP as in-country applicants, but now they have realised the new changes introduced by the British government might not lead them anywhere.
Boosting trade and simplifying visa regime, apart from security and defence cooperation, were among the key bilateral issues. The two leaders also discussed regional and international matters of mutual interest.
Indian students planning to study abroad this year have to pay higher fee, fund their quarantine stay and also compete for on campus work opportunities.
Scholarhips available to Goans hoping to study in the UK. Full cost and part cost scholarships are available!
China, France and Spain are emerging as hotspots for Indian students.
With the US education system operating independently from the government, universities are adopting varying strategies when it comes to Covid vaccination.
Paul Michael and Yatin Madlani, visa officers at the British High Commission in New Delhi, answered questions about UK universities and student visas during a July 12 expert chat.
Britain's Immigration Regional Director for Central and South Asia Thomas Greig said the new initiative has been taken as part of efforts to streamline the visa application process and to make it consistent with the wider global trend.
For Indian parents, sending a child abroad for a three-year degree could deplete 48% of their retirement savings, while a four-year degree may consume up to 64%.
'There is no reason to anticipate a drastic change in Canada's attitude towards Indian students.'
Travelling to the UK to study for the first time? We take you through a quick orientation process on what you must know about your first foreign trip.
It is absolutely essential that students abroad are clear about what is available and what they should consider before making a decision about where to live.
