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Air India and Singapore Airlines Expand Cooperation, Loyalty and Connectivity #news
Air India and Singapore Airlines Expand Cooperation, Loyalty and Connectivity
Air India and Singapore Airlines signed a commercial cooperation framework on January 16, 2026. The partnership aims to improve flight connectivity, synchronize schedules, and enhance loyalty benefits
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January 17, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Air India and Singapore Airlines Expand Cooperation, Loyalty and Connectivity #news
NRI Investment Playbook: Mastering Residency-Based Tax in Australia #guides
NRI Investment Playbook: Mastering Residency-Based Tax in Australia
A comprehensive comparison for Indian NRIs on tax residency rules in Australia and the United States for 2026. It covers worldwide income reporting, foreign asset disclosure thresholds, superannuation
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January 16, 2026 at 11:54 PM
NRI Investment Playbook: Mastering Residency-Based Tax in Australia #guides
ICE Detains Workers Right After Lunch at Minnesota Restaurant #news
ICE Detains Workers Right After Lunch at Minnesota Restaurant
Three workers at El Tapatio in Willmar were detained by ICE agents on January 14, 2026. The arrests followed a day of surveillance and occurred in public view near local institutions, fueling communit
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January 16, 2026 at 11:24 PM
ICE Detains Workers Right After Lunch at Minnesota Restaurant #news
NRI Investment Playbook: Growth, Compliance, and Family Planning in India #guides
NRI Investment Playbook: Growth, Compliance, and Family Planning in India
A comprehensive playbook for NRIs managing tax duties in India and the U.S. for 2026. It covers residency tests, the taxation of Indian investments, the importance of NRE/NRO account structures, and m
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January 16, 2026 at 9:54 PM
NRI Investment Playbook: Growth, Compliance, and Family Planning in India #guides
CBC Demands Reversal of Green Card Suspension Amid 75-Country Hold #news
CBC Demands Reversal of Green Card Suspension Amid 75-Country Hold
Lawmakers are fighting a new federal policy that pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. The suspension, citing security and public benefit concerns, halts green card interviews at consulat
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January 16, 2026 at 9:24 PM
CBC Demands Reversal of Green Card Suspension Amid 75-Country Hold #news
Over 200 Flights Canceled as Five Airlines Battled Major Winter Storm #news
Over 200 Flights Canceled as Five Airlines Battled Major Winter Storm
A major snowstorm at Toronto Pearson has forced over 200 flight cancellations and triggered expanded airline travel waivers. Affected passengers can rebook or refund without fees for trips after Janua
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January 16, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Over 200 Flights Canceled as Five Airlines Battled Major Winter Storm #news
Idaho REAL ID for Visa Holders 2026: ITD Requirements and Processing #guides
Idaho REAL ID for Visa Holders 2026: ITD Requirements and Processing
Idaho’s Star Card provides visa holders with REAL ID-compliant identification for domestic flights. It requires proof of legal status and residency. With new TSA fees and delays for non-complian
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January 16, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Idaho REAL ID for Visa Holders 2026: ITD Requirements and Processing #guides
Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Faces Deportation: What We Know Now #news
Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Faces Deportation: What We Know Now
The Philippines has ordered the deportation of YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy following his arrest for disruptive ‘prank’ livestreams. After nine months in custody, his criminal sentences ar
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January 16, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Faces Deportation: What We Know Now #news
Marion County Jail Bans ICE Detainees After 48-Hour Rule Amid Overcrowding #news
Marion County Jail Bans ICE Detainees After 48-Hour Rule Amid Overcrowding
Faced with overcrowding and a $3 million annual deficit, the Marion County Sheriff is limiting ICE detainer holds to 48 hours. The policy aims to reduce the jail population while pressuring state and
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January 16, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Marion County Jail Bans ICE Detainees After 48-Hour Rule Amid Overcrowding #news
DFW Airport Advances Toward Net Zero Emissions by 2030 #news
DFW Airport Advances Toward Net Zero Emissions by 2030
DFW Airport is targeting net zero emissions by 2030, focusing on direct operational and energy-related footprints. Key initiatives include the construction of an electric central utility plant, 100% r
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January 15, 2026 at 11:24 PM
DFW Airport Advances Toward Net Zero Emissions by 2030 #news
Kristi Noem Urges Americans to Carry Proof of Citizenship When Asked #news
Kristi Noem Urges Americans to Carry Proof of Citizenship When Asked
Secretary Kristi Noem defended federal identity checks during operations like Midway Blitz, despite lawsuits from Minnesota and Illinois. Following reports of mistaken detentions and the fatal shootin
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January 15, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Kristi Noem Urges Americans to Carry Proof of Citizenship When Asked #news
Iowa REAL ID for Immigrants: Requirements, Documents, and Application #guides
Iowa REAL ID for Immigrants: Requirements, Documents, and Application
Iowa’s REAL ID requires immigrants to prove lawful status via the SAVE system. The ID’s expiration date is tied directly to USCIS document validity. Necessary for domestic flights starting
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January 15, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Iowa REAL ID for Immigrants: Requirements, Documents, and Application #guides
Does the 75-Country Visa Ban Affect Adjustment of Status (AOS)? #news
Does the 75-Country Visa Ban Affect Adjustment of Status (AOS)?
Navigating a Request for Evidence (RFE) is critical during the current 75-country visa processing pause. While the pause primarily affects consulates abroad, those filing for Adjustment of Status insi
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January 15, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Does the 75-Country Visa Ban Affect Adjustment of Status (AOS)? #news
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Deployment Amid Minnesota Protests #news
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Deployment Amid Minnesota Protests
Following civil unrest in Minneapolis, legal advocates are focusing on suppression motions to defend immigrants swept up in federal enforcement. The guide details how constitutional standards apply to
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January 15, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Deployment Amid Minnesota Protests #news
Complete List of 75 Countries Affected by Trump’s Immigrant Visa Suspension #news
Complete List of 75 Countries Affected by Trump’s Immigrant Visa Suspension
BREAKING EFFECTIVE JAN 21, 2026 The Full List of 75 Countries Where Trump Is Suspending Immigrant Visa Processing The State Department has announced a sweeping pause on immigrant visa issuances for na
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January 15, 2026 at 7:24 AM
Complete List of 75 Countries Affected by Trump’s Immigrant Visa Suspension #news
Indiana REAL ID for Immigrants 2026: BMV Requirements and Documents #guides
Indiana REAL ID for Immigrants 2026: BMV Requirements and Documents
Lawfully present immigrants in Indiana can obtain REAL IDs in 2026 for domestic travel. The process requires an in-person BMV visit with original documentation for identity, status, and residency. Ver
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January 15, 2026 at 5:54 AM
Indiana REAL ID for Immigrants 2026: BMV Requirements and Documents #guides
Federal Officer Fires in Minneapolis Arrest After Shovel Attack #news
Federal Officer Fires in Minneapolis Arrest After Shovel Attack
A DHS officer shot a man during an arrest attempt in Minneapolis, claiming self-defense against an ambush. The event sparked violent clashes between federal agents and protesters. Local leaders, inclu
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January 15, 2026 at 5:24 AM
Federal Officer Fires in Minneapolis Arrest After Shovel Attack #news
Are H-1B Visas Affected by the 75-Country Immigration Pause? #news
Are H-1B Visas Affected by the 75-Country Immigration Pause?
U.S. employers must differentiate between the new 75-country immigrant visa pause and H-1B compliance. While H-1B visas are generally not included in the pause, they face a $100,000 supplemental fee a
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January 15, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Are H-1B Visas Affected by the 75-Country Immigration Pause? #news
Congress Debates ICE Reforms as Immigration Enforcement Protests Intensify #news
Congress Debates ICE Reforms as Immigration Enforcement Protests Intensify
Lawmakers are debating massive funding increases for ICE versus proposals to dismantle the agency. The conflict, fueled by a fatal shooting in Minneapolis and the launch of the Operation PARRIS refuge
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January 15, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Congress Debates ICE Reforms as Immigration Enforcement Protests Intensify #news
US Visa Pause Won’t Affect 2026 World Cup Fan Travel #news
US Visa Pause Won’t Affect 2026 World Cup Fan Travel
A U.S. immigrant visa processing pause affecting 75 countries begins January 21, 2026. Focused on ‘public charge’ rules for permanent residency, it excludes tourist and exchange visas. Wor
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January 14, 2026 at 11:24 PM
US Visa Pause Won’t Affect 2026 World Cup Fan Travel #news
Florida gubernatorial candidate pushes to end H-1B visas and raise tuition #news
Florida gubernatorial candidate pushes to end H-1B visas and raise tuition
The FY 2027 H-1B season faces new challenges as Florida political proposals target foreign students and workers. With registration set for March 2026, employers must balance federal USCIS rules agains
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January 14, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Florida gubernatorial candidate pushes to end H-1B visas and raise tuition #news
How Visa Status Shapes NRI Investment Planning Under U.S. Policy #guides
How Visa Status Shapes NRI Investment Planning Under U.S. Policy
The U.S. tax deadline for the 2026 tax year is April 15, 2027. This affects NRIs, students, and green card holders with both U.S. income and foreign assets like Indian NRE accounts. Failure to file ca
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January 14, 2026 at 7:54 PM
How Visa Status Shapes NRI Investment Planning Under U.S. Policy #guides
France to Open Greenland Consulate in February Amid Trump Threats #news
France to Open Greenland Consulate in February Amid Trump Threats
France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, 2026. The office aims to support Arctic research and rare earth mineral interests while affirming Greenland’s status within the Danish an
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January 14, 2026 at 7:24 PM
France to Open Greenland Consulate in February Amid Trump Threats #news
US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries Beginning January 21, 2026 #news
US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries Beginning January 21, 2026
A new U.S. policy will indefinitely pause visa processing for 75 countries beginning January 21, 2026. The directive covers overseas consulates and domestic USCIS adjudications, halting green cards an
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January 14, 2026 at 5:24 PM
US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries Beginning January 21, 2026 #news
Anti-ICE Protester Blinded by Federal Agent at Close Range, Aunt Claims #news
Anti-ICE Protester Blinded by Federal Agent at Close Range, Aunt Claims
A 21-year-old protester was permanently blinded after a federal agent shot him in the face with a non-lethal projectile during an anti-ICE protest in Santa Ana. While authorities claim the crowd was v
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January 14, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Anti-ICE Protester Blinded by Federal Agent at Close Range, Aunt Claims #news