NRI AFFAIRS

MEA asks Law Commission to examine, and strengthen framework for NRI marriages

According to the sources, the MEA has recently sent references in this regard to the Law Commission to examine the lacunae in present concerned laws which lead to problems like abandoning partners especially brides in NRI marriages.

Madhya Pradesh elections: NRIs from 21 countries call up voters under BJP's voter outreach drive

​​More than 250 NRIs called up voters, mostly first-timers, over the phone from 8 AM to 10 PM on October 29. They contacted around 15,000-20,000 voters, MP BJP's foreign affairs department convenor Rohit Gangwal told PTI.

From US to Malaysia: Countries with most NRIs

Canada govt puts on hold Indian students' deportation temporarily

Vikramjit Singh Sahney on Friday said that with the cooperation of the Indian High Commission and his request, the Canadian government has decided to hold the deportation of the 700 students temporarily.

Parents of students under deportation threat from Canada blame shady agents

The matter came to light in March when these students, after finishing their studies, applied for permanent residency in Canada and the Canadian Border Security Agency (CBSA) found their documents fake. Families in Punjab blamed education consultants for duping them with fake admission letters. Most of the 700 students had gone to Canada between 2017 and 2018.

Election Commission to decide on overseas Indian citizen's participation in electoral process: Muraleedharan to diaspora

Responding to a question during a meeting with the diaspora here, Muraleedharan agreed that Indians living abroad should be able to participate in the electoral process. However, he said, "it is ultimately to be decided by the Election Commission." “We ought to allow them time to work out the logistical part of the process and come out with a solution,” he said.

Telangana secures Rs 21,000 crore worth of investments during World Economic Forum in Davos

Presenting the growth story of Telangana and pitching for investments, the minister participated in meetings with leaders of top global organisations, attended round tables and spoke at panel discussions in which he shared his thoughts on a wide array of subjects in the four-day trip.

Telangana secures Rs 21,000 crore worth of investments during World Economic Forum in Davos

"All the meetings at the WEF were highly productive and we were able to attract Rs 21,000 crore at the meet," Rama Rao said.

Identity of diaspora derived from how closely it is connected to its roots: Jaishankar at Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

"It is a matter of pride for us that centres of faith are growing abroad and serve the purpose of inculcating values, promoting culture and nurturing traditions. I think the one in Abu Dhabi has attracted particular attention of the people," S Jaishankar said. The minister said the identity of a diaspora is very much derived from how closely it is connected to its roots.

Remittance cost for workers outside India likely to be brought down to 3% by 2027: Official

"Workers and labourers employed outside India have to bear a high remittance cost, and G20 leaders have attached a lot of significance to reduction of this rate. The aim is to bring it down to an average of 3 per cent by 2027," said Chanchal Sarkar, Economic Advisor, Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs.

Election body busy laying voters' pitch

​​Over 54 crore Aadhaar numbers have already been entered into the ECI database for seeding with the voter ID cards. The ECI has also begun work on deweeding Registered Unrecognised Political Parties that are often used as decoys for political funding and the space could see quite a clean-up in 2023. ELECTORAL BOND 2023 will also be one to watch out for the controversial electoral bond scheme.

Punjabi diaspora seeks fast track courts for NRIs for quick disposal of cases

The Punjabi NRIs mainly raised issues related to property grabbing and family disputes. The Punjab government had held its first 'NRI Punjabiyan Naal Milni (Punjabi NRIs' meet)' in Jalandhar on December 16. Three more such meetings will be held in Amritsar, Ludhiana and Moga.

No proposal under consideration to allow proxy voting for NRIs: Govt

In August, 2018, the previous Lok Sabha had passed a bill to allow proxy voting rights to eligible overseas Indians. But the bill could not be brought in Rajya Sabha.

India issues safety advisory for nationals, students in Canada

"In view of the increasing incidences of crimes as described above, Indian nationals and students from India in Canada and those proceeding to Canada for travel/education are advised to exercise due caution and remain vigilant," the MEA said in a statement.

New overseas investment norms: Gifting of foreign securities comes with foreign funding law caveat

The erstwhile RBI norms permitted any Indian resident individual to acquire foreign securities by way of gift from non-residents without taking into consideration the FCRA compliance that prohibited certain category of persons discussed above from accepting gift of foreign securities.

NRI Helpdesk: Can you change your profession after getting a Green Card?

For our NRI readers, we have started an immigration helpdesk. Write to us at [email protected] and our team of experts will address the most pressing issues.

Private banks receive larger share of remittances by NRIs

“Flows from North America and Europe are primarily driven by individuals operating in the services sector and hence depend on macroeconomic conditions of the underlying countries,” reported TOI citing a research report by Axis Mutual Fund.

How NRIs are driving the rise of ‘Virtual Landlording’

Investing in properties is considered to be a good idea by NRIs given they can plan to settle down in their country of origin after retirement. In fact, the 2020 pandemic-induced weaker rupee and record-low interest rates made home-buying in India a lucrative option for NRIs.

Government contemplating postal ballot facility for NRIs

The ETPBS facility is so far available only to service voters, including members of the armed forces and central armed police forces posted outside their home constituencies and members of Indian embassies and diplomatic missions. In 2020, the EC had proposed to the government to extend the ETPBS facility to eligible overseas Indian voters as well.

Students refused US visa the first time unlikely to get second interview slot this year

For applicants of F-1 student visas from India, the best chance to get their visa approved this year is the first interview with chances of being refused a second or third interview slot really high.

Jaishankar lauds Indian community's key role in shaping positive image in Australia

Jaishankar visited Australia from February 10 to 13 in his first trip to the country as external affairs minister. He attended the 4th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting along with the foreign ministers of Australia, Japan and the United States on Friday.

India appreciates opening of Australian borders, especially for students: Jaishankar

Australia will open its borders to all vaccinated tourists and business travellers from February 21 in a further relaxation of pandemic restrictions announced on February 7.

High Court permits OCI cardholder to appear for JEE counselling under general category

​​A bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Madhav Jamdar passed the interim order while hearing a plea filed by the female student challenging a part of the notification issued on March 4 this year by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).