News for 'Visa Travel Money'

Indians can apply for electronic visa for Bahrain from October

Indians can apply for electronic visa for Bahrain from October

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Indians make up the largest expatriate population in Bahrain with more than 300,000 residing in the Kingdom.

US visa norms simplified from Oct 3

US visa norms simplified from Oct 3

Rediff.com20 Sep 2005

The system, which will take effect from October 3, is expected to reduce the time visa applicants have to wait for an interview, a senior US Embassy official said.

Visa on Arrival for Norway nationals soon: Prez

Visa on Arrival for Norway nationals soon: Prez

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

The Indian government had in January 2010 launched VoA scheme to attract more foreign tourists to India.

Planning a trip to Malaysia? Get visa on arrival

Planning a trip to Malaysia? Get visa on arrival

Rediff.com22 Sep 2006

Indian tourists travelling to Malaysia can now avail the 'visa on arrival' facility and can invest in real estate and property in Malaysia.

India, US working closely to counter visa fraud

India, US working closely to counter visa fraud

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

Complete authoritative information on the subject of visa application was available at the website www.newdelhi.usembassy.gov.

Visa: US urged to cut wait times for India, Brazil

Visa: US urged to cut wait times for India, Brazil

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

Ahead of the 10th anniversary of the twin tower attacks, the US Travel Association also urged the Transportation and Security Administration to reduce the security screening wait time at major airports to less than 10 minutes.

After 10 years: Infosys may overtake Cognizant on revenue front

After 10 years: Infosys may overtake Cognizant on revenue front

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Slowing growth and execution challenges for Cognizant (CTSH) may well allow Infosys to overtake the former after a decade. Cognizant had marched ahead of Infosys in terms of revenue in the first quarter of financial year 2012-13. The Nasdaq-listed IT services firm's performance in Q3 and the guidance for Q4 and full-year 2022 suggest that it could take time for Cognizant to see the expected improvement in performance from its decision to restructure.

India, Qatar sign agreements on visas, cyberspace, investments

India, Qatar sign agreements on visas, cyberspace, investments

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Modi and the Qatari Prime Minister, who is in New Delhi on his first visit, discussed enhancing cooperation in defence and security, in particular in cyber security and agreed on joint action to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing.

Despite higher fees, there's no drop in H1B, L1 visas

Despite higher fees, there's no drop in H1B, L1 visas

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Almost all Indian IT companies pay between $8,000 and $10,000 per H1B visa as per the hike

Indians spend $152 mn through Visa cards abroad

Indians spend $152 mn through Visa cards abroad

Rediff.com24 Feb 2003

Indians who traveled abroad in 2002 spent $152 million using Visa cards, an increase of 29 per cent compared to that a year ago, Visa International said in Mumbai on Monday.\n\n\n\n

China to introduce new 'talent visa' to attract foreigners

China to introduce new 'talent visa' to attract foreigners

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

China plans to introduce a new visa regime titled "talent introduction" in an effort to attract more skilled professionals from abroad.

How Canada is 'soft peddling' Khalistani extremists

How Canada is 'soft peddling' Khalistani extremists

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Over the years, Khalistani extremists were further "emboldened" and started "operating with impunity" from Canada.

Australia to ease visa process for Indians

Australia to ease visa process for Indians

Rediff.com18 Feb 2004

The Australian government will put in place from March 1, 2004 new arrangements to make it easier to apply for business or tourist visa from India.

Study Abroad: How To Deal With Rising Costs

Study Abroad: How To Deal With Rising Costs

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

The rupee depreciation will work in favour of students who are currently studying in the US and plan to secure a job that pays in dollars.

Hyderabad airport: Visa on arrival for passengers

Hyderabad airport: Visa on arrival for passengers

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Visitors from 11 countries will be eligible to get a VoA from May 31 at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, GMR said.

New Zealand opens 5 visa centres in India

New Zealand opens 5 visa centres in India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

New Zealand Immigration Service, the authorised body for issuing visas for New Zealand, on Thursday opened visa collection centres in Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata and Delhi.

Tourist visa norms to be eased

Tourist visa norms to be eased

Rediff.com24 Sep 2003

Air Arabia to give online visa to UAE

Air Arabia to give online visa to UAE

Rediff.com17 Nov 2006

International budget airline Air Arabia launched on Friday online visa services for passengers to the UAE.

Why the govt is keen to lower visa fees, air fares

Why the govt is keen to lower visa fees, air fares

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

India charges $100 as visa fee while other countries like Sri Lanka and Maldives charge only $25.

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The ED said Das stated that his first statement given to the agency on November 3 last year in which he cited Baghel's name was "true and correct".

Granted visa, Amir to resume international career in New Zealand

Granted visa, Amir to resume international career in New Zealand

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Tainted Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir will resume his international cricket career in New Zealand as immigration officials granted him a visa following a five-year ban and jail time for indulging in spot-fixing during the 2010 tour of England.

Student Loans: 5 Must-Knows

Student Loans: 5 Must-Knows

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Prashant A Bhonsle lists 5 major points you need to keep in mind before applying for a student loan.

Ebix offers to buy out Yatra, values travel portal at $25m

Ebix offers to buy out Yatra, values travel portal at $25m

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

If the deal goes through this will be second deal for Ebix in seven months, having bought Centrum group's forex and travel business Centrum Direct for a reported Rs 1,2000 crore valuation last August.

CAA comes as relief for 35,000 Hindu migrants from Sindh

CAA comes as relief for 35,000 Hindu migrants from Sindh

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

'A large number of people from Sindh province will now opt to migrate to India as they would be granted citizenship through an easy process.'

Modi announces visa-on-arrival for Pacific Island nations

Modi announces visa-on-arrival for Pacific Island nations

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

The Prime Minister said India was ready to support the setting up of a Trade Office in New Delhi to promote trade between India and Pacific Island countries.

Visa-on-arrival scheme to be made simpler

Visa-on-arrival scheme to be made simpler

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

This was stated by Parvez Dewan, Toursim Secretary, while inaugurating the SATTE 2013 (South Asian Tourism and Travel Expo in New Delhi.

Prepaid forex cards the best way to carry money abroad

Prepaid forex cards the best way to carry money abroad

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Some banks might charge you a nominal amount of Rs 100-150 for issuing the card.

What a weakened May means for Indians' business visas to UK

What a weakened May means for Indians' business visas to UK

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

On issues like the extradition of tycoon Vijay Mallya, which was already proceeding slowly, further delays should be expected, says Aditi Phadnis.

NRIs with US 'T' visas not being allowed to leave

NRIs with US 'T' visas not being allowed to leave

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Victims decry Ministry of External Affairs' 'vengeful' decision to stop them from leaving the country if they have a 'T' visa (Trafficking category) affixed on their passports. George Joseph/Rediff.com reports

E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

He addressed a seminar on India and Sweden in Stockholm.

Trump admin makes H1-B visa approval tough; Indian firms to be impacted

Trump admin makes H1-B visa approval tough; Indian firms to be impacted

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Extensions of H-1B visas have become even tougher, in particular if the employee has been on a bench for any part of their previous duration.

Tough visa rules hitting US industry

Tough visa rules hitting US industry

Rediff.com11 Nov 2003

American corporations have suffered production delays, friction with customers and foreign tourists have decided to take their business elsewhere.

Obama assures Modi on concerns over H-1B visa

Obama assures Modi on concerns over H-1B visa

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

Obama had bypassed Congress to announce most sweeping immigration reform

Relaxation of visa regime high point in 2014 for tourism

Relaxation of visa regime high point in 2014 for tourism

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Relaxation in visa regime with introduction of visa-on-arrival enabling electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for 43 countries was a high point for the Tourism Ministry in 2014.

Visa-on-arrival to be extended to 150 countries: Jaitley

Visa-on-arrival to be extended to 150 countries: Jaitley

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

In January 2015, 25,023 tourists arrived by availing the scheme.

Pakistan for liberal visa regime to boost trade with India

Pakistan for liberal visa regime to boost trade with India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Pakistan on Friday pitched for liberalising visa regime with India and expressed willingness to accord non-discriminatory market access (NDMA) to New Delhi soon to boost bilateral trade.

Demand for white-collar gig roles rises 11% YoY in March 2023: Foundit.in

Demand for white-collar gig roles rises 11% YoY in March 2023: Foundit.in

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The demand for white-collar gig roles saw an 11 per cent uptick year-on-year in March, amid muted hiring across industries due to global headwinds and job cuts, according to a recent report. The month saw white-collar hiring in India rise 2 per cent in terms of job posting activity compared to the same period the previous year, according to the report by staffing portal foundit.in (formerly Monster APAC and ME). Sectors such as retail, telecom, and Travel and Tourism saw the biggest growth in demand on an annual basis.

UK scraps visa bond scheme ahead of Cameron's visit to India

UK scraps visa bond scheme ahead of Cameron's visit to India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

In a major relief for travellers from Asia and Africa, the UK has scrapped its controversial 3,000-pound "security bond" for some "high-risk" foreign visitors, including those from India.

Royal Caribbean Cruises to tap Indian travellers

Royal Caribbean Cruises to tap Indian travellers

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Royal Caribbean Cruise's The Legend of the Seas will be positioned in Singapore from June 2015 followed by the Mariner of the Seas later in the year.