Immigration
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USCIS begins application process for new Citizenship and Integration Grant Program
CITA is offering up to $2.6 million to organizations that haven't previously received USCIS funding.
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Australia to launch MATES Migration Scheme for Indians from November 1; here’s all the details
This measure is part of the Australia-India Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA).
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Australia raises minimum financial requirement for student visa in 2024; here’s all you need to know
The regulation has come into force starting today, May 10, 2024.
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Trending
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BJP worker’s son claims in video he cast eight votes in Uttar Pradesh’s Farrukhabad
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Bow and arrow or torch? In Maharashtra, confusion over new election symbols may help BJP, allies
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International Booker Prize 2024: Quick reviews of the six shortlisted novels
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Varanasi poll: As 33 nominations are rejected, eight applicants allege that the process was rigged
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In heated Maharashtra poll battle, Uddhav Thackeray emerges as Opposition alliance’s strike weapon
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TOEFL scores now accepted by 100% of Australian Universities; here’s all the details
As per the announcement, all TOEFL scores issued after May 5, 2024 will be accepted by 100% of Australian Universities.
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Canada: ‘Rapid increase’ in refugee claims by international students is alarmist rhetoric
In 2023, only 1% of international students sought asylum even as many contemplate leaving the country for better prospects.
Yvonne Su, The Conversation , Corey Robinson, The Conversation & Sean Rehaag, The Conversation
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Canadian Visa renewals: Govt announces use of automation to process visa renewals
Adult visa renewal applications will now be processed through an Algorithmic Impact Assessment - Passport Program Modernization Initiative.
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Video
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Watch: Two musicians simultaneously play the violin with one hand and the piano with another
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Caught on camera: Streaking meteorite turns night sky blue across Portugal and Spain
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Watch: Ed Sheeran sings Punjabi remix of ‘Shape of You’, accompanied by Bhangra dancers
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Eco India: Even as technology lends a hand, India's farmers grapple with an uncertain future
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Eco India, Episode 260: Can technology's societal benefits extend to environmental sustainability?
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
Rather than focusing solely on numerical reductions, a strategic approach is crucial for a sustainable solution.
George Kofi Danso, The Conversation
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USCIS begins application process for Citizenship and Integration Grant Program; details here
The Citizenship and Integration Grant Program offers financial support for citizenship preparation programs in communities nationwide.
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IRCC issues over 2,000 invitations in latest Express Entry Draw
To qualify, candidates needed to meet a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 529.
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The Reel
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Is Anirban Bhattacharya Bengali cinema’s white knight?
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Start the week with a film: Why Farah Khan’s ‘Main Hoon Na’ endures
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‘Chandu Champion’ trailer: Kartik Aaryan in biopic of Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar
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‘It Ends With Us’ trailer: Blake Lively stars in drama about an abusive relationship
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‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’ review: Overcooked and unsavoury
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EU Adopts Enhanced Visa Rules for Indian Nationals; here’s all the details
Indian citizens residing in India and applying for Schengen visas will find it easier to obtain visas with extended validity.
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UK set to approve bill to deport asylum seekers – which other countries have similar policies?
The Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is aimed at deterring migrants from arriving without permission.
Nita Bhalla, Thomson Reuters Foundation & Lin Taylor, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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Harvard application rates drop 5% in 2024; Antisemitism, race discussions on the rise
This marks the second consecutive year of declining undergraduate applications for Harvard.
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The Field
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IPL 2024: Rajasthan pipped to second spot by Hyderabad after match against Kolkata gets washed out
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IPL 2024: Abhishek Sharma stars as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeat Punjab Kings to cap off league stage
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Badminton, Thailand Open, as it happened: Satwik-Chirag win second men’s doubles title of the season
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings to take the final playoffs spot
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Satwik-Chirag enter fourth final; Tanisha-Ashwini exit