With the US education system operating independently from the government, universities are adopting varying strategies when it comes to Covid vaccination.
The US Embassy has directed all international students aspiring to study in the United States to adjust privacy settings on their social media profiles to 'public' not just while applying for a visa but also during their entire course of study, effective immediately.
The question for the next 20 years is not whether India can become a $5 trillion or $10 trillion economy. Those are attractive targets, but the real question is whether India can create enough productive jobs, educate its children properly, make its cities liveable, and give hundreds of millions of people a substantially better life, asserts Ramesh Menon.
Divya Nair shares the recipe for the perfectly-cooked salmon to be served with imperfect-looking mushroom pt and mashed potatoes, cooked with lots of love.
Since the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East, 16 Indian nationals, including 10 seafarers, have lost their lives, and 75 have been injured. Separately, 30 Indian nationals were among 52 individuals arrested and deported by US Border Patrol during 'Operation Checkmate' for allegedly being in the United States illegally.
Overseas consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international education.
Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra tells you how to pick the right international university and course for you
Dr Karan Gupta offers guidance on how to pick the right international course and university.
Ritika Gupta, a study abroad expert and founder of Aaera Consultants, explains how Germany's new visa rules will affect international students and working professionals.
Buying in India is usually cheaper unless you have a pre-existing disease
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.
90 per cent of institutions recorded no improvement in international student metrics, despite government initiatives such as the Study in India programme, UGC regulations on internationalisation, and efforts to attract foreign students.
As the number of students seeking higher education abroad continues to rise, several countries are implementing new rules. Gaurav Batra, CEO and founder of Infinite Group highlights how these changes will impact Indians who are planning to study abroad.
Planning to travel abroad to study? Presenting you an essential list of things you must have in your backpack.
It takes approximately one to two months to write your SOP with an ideal length of 750 to 1000 words.
rediffGURU Geeta Ratra offers expert advice on international courses, student visas and immigration processes.
If the Indian government is indeed serious about reversing brain drain, it needs to put much more emphasis on research and innovation, especially in areas that will determine the future, asserts Prosenjit Datta.
rediffGURU Geeta Ratra offers expert advice on international courses, student visas, immigration processes and more.
Students and families must stress test repayment capacity based on Indian salary standards.
International education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.
Divya Nair/Rediff spoke to international career counsellors to understand what you can do if your visa is delayed or denied when you have received a scholarship.
In an online chat with readers, NNS Chandra offers career advice.
Australia's new student visa rules focuses on stricter eligibility, higher financial and English language requirements among others.
One year after the devastating AI 171 plane crash in Ahmedabad, the profound grief and lasting trauma continue to haunt the victims' families and eyewitnesses, many of whom still struggle with a deep-seated fear of flying and the indelible scars of their loss.
Suchitra Surve, counsellor, Global Education Counsel provides information on how to apply for a student visa to the UK and answers commonly asked questions.
A new report indicates a decrease in international student enrolments in US colleges, but India remains the top source of international students.
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.
Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director of Impel Overseas Education, explains how the new changes can impact Indian students who are applying to US universities and those who are already studying in the US.
Experts from the British Council hosted a chat with GA readers on November 19. For those of you who missed the chat, here's the unedited transcript:
rediffGURU Sushil Sukhwani offers expert advice on about pursuing higher education abroad.
'Unfortunately, today most ministers are busy with either election duty or praising duty. They are not interested in serving duty.' 'Ministers have become relaxed like retired people still holding onto jobs.' 'Look at how the NEET paper leaked. But there is no accountability.' 'After 12 years, they have become saturated. They are short of ideas.'
If you're looking for immediate returns, it is unlikely to happen in today's environment
The new visa norms mean a student's budget goes up by Rs 4-5 lakh on average, besides the rupee volatility.
The new visa norms mean a student's budget goes up by Rs 4-5 lakh on average, besides the rupee volatility.
Being a student means a lot of things, not only grades, says overseas consultant NNS Chandra, in his advice to readers.
Delete posts that are offensive, political, divisive, or just plain immature, counsels Dr Karan Gupta.
Diamond Sodhi, a management graduate from the USA and visa expert, speaks about the various aspects of US education Indian students need to be aware of.
Immigration attorneys and companies are advising H-1B visa holders to return to the US immediately due to concerns over President Trump's plan to impose a USD 100,000 fee on the work visas.
Are you overstaying on an F1 visa?
