NRI MEDICAL
For NRI quota in government medical colleges, Karnataka govt wants 500 additional MBBS seats
The Karnataka government has urged the Centre to approve extra MBBS seats in autonomous government medical colleges under the Department of Medical Education starting from the academic year 2025-26. Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil stated that he has formally requested the Chairman of the National Medical Commission (NMC) to authorize a 15% NRI quota by creating 508 additional supernumerary MBBS seats across 22 government medical colleges in the state.
Explained: Adoption procedure for NRIs, OCI cardholders, and foreign nationals
Non-resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders, and foreign nationals have equal priority in adopting orphaned children in India. A detailed guide outlines the eligibility, registration, document requirements, and post-adoption formalities for NRIs and foreign prospective adoptive parents.
How NRIs can get Aadhaar cards made: A step-by-step guide
NRIs looking to return to India or stay for an extended period value the Aadhaar card as a crucial identification document issued by UIDAI.
How NRIs can extract maximum value from voluntary deductible in their health insurance
Indian software engineer Ravi moved to the US for a career opportunity but overlooked his health insurance policy in India. After realizing the importance of coverage during visits, he reinstated his Indian policy for financial security and peace of mind.
Spreading your desi roots: How NRIs can build a sustainable corpus
NRIs navigate challenges by diversifying investments in India, focusing on equities, alternative funds, and real estate. Strategic allocation based on risk profile and financial goals ensures long-term growth and stability.
I am an NRI planning to relocate to India. Can my investment corpus generate Rs 1 lakh a month?
Our panel of experts will answer questions related to any aspect of personal finance. If you have a query, mail it to us right away.
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Can foreign tax credit claim be changed in revised ITR? Budget 2024 should clarify
Under the income tax laws, an individual is taxed based on the residential status. A residential status can either be resident or non-resident. Further, a 'Resident' is categorised into Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) or Ordinarily Resident (OR) depending on his/her physical presence in India during the previous financial years. Read on to know how it impacts individual.
Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead at their US home; police suspect domestic violence
The family's sprawling mansion — estimated to be worth USD 5.45 million — went into foreclosure a year ago and was sold to the Massachusetts-based Wilsondale Associates LLC for USD 3 million, according to The Post.
Grant of fixed medical allowance for pensioners, family pensioners under NPS
This announcement was via an office memorandum dated December 6, 2023 by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
How are NRIs taxed: 8 questions on residency status, taxable income, deductions and exemptions, ITR forms
Here’s everything you wanted to know about taxation that NRIs are subjected to in India.
Indian medical graduates can now practice in US, Canada & Australia
The National Medical Commission (NMC) of India has received recognition from the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) for a period of 10 years. This recognition allows Indian medical graduates to practice medicine in countries that require WFME accreditation. It also positions India as an attractive destination for international students due to its globally recognized standards.
Unlocking Career Growth: Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Explained
Earning a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree can help students and professionals advance in their careers and take on leadership roles in healthcare organizations. MHA graduates can find employment opportunities in various sectors, such as consulting, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and healthcare organizations. The MHA curriculum covers topics like hospital management, HRM, IT for hospitals, and more. The course duration is typically 2 years, and the average fees range from INR 3,57,000 to INR 4,07,000. Graduates can expect a starting salary of INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per month.
After SC's order, Deemed universities abolish NRI quota, move seats to open category
Several medical institutions have scrapped the NRI (non-resident Indian) quota and reduced the number of seats available in the NRI category following the Supreme Court's directive to conduct all admissions online. The move towards increased transparency in the business of medical education has been viewed positively by educationists and parents of aspiring doctors.
CBDT scanner on transactions at IVF, med colleges providing seats under NRI quota and luxury retailers
India's Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has intensified its scrutiny of transactions at IVF clinics, NRI college admissions, luxury goods shops, hotels and banquets, due to evidence of large cash transactions at these places. A rule requiring the reporting of transactions of more than INR200,000 ($2,788) has reportedly been widely ignored, while large amounts of cash transactions remain undocumented.
NRI newsmakers: Meet Zoya Vora-Shah, an Indian entrepreneur shining in Arizona’s viticulture
I have been lucky to immigrate to the country via family reunification. Our family waited for nine years in India so that we can have a legal path to citizenship here. Once we got to the USA, we were given a green card which gives you the same rights as citizens except to participate in elections.
Travelling abroad? This is how much cash you can legally carry
Under the Reserve Bank of India's Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS), Indians are allowed to freely remit up to $250,000 (around Rs 1.80 crore) per financial year for any permissible transactions.
Thanks to Budget, sending money abroad will burn a bigger hole in your pocket soon
With more and more Indian students aspiring to go abroad to pursue their studies, this move may prove to be a big deterrent. For many such students, the cost of education and living is usually met by parents through LRS, so a blanket rate of 20% on all residuary remittances would mean that foreign remittance for education / maintenance is likely to be costlier.
ED registers money laundering case, conducts raids against promoters of Andhra medical college
"Fifty-three document of immovable properties suspected to be involved in money laundering have been seized and freezed and various other incriminating documents and electronic devices found connected with the alleged diversion of funds have also been seized," the ED said in a statement.
Invest Rajasthan Summit: Top industrialists, nearly 3,000 delegates to participate
Industrialists including Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal, ArcelorMittal Chairman and MD L N Mittal, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani, Tata Power CEO and MD Praveer Sinha, Mahindra & Mahindra CEO and MD Anish Shah, DCM Shriram Chairman Ajay S Shriram are also scheduled to attend the inaugural ceremony.
Are NRIs eligible to enrol for Aadhaar? Important FAQs on Aadhaar answered
Aadhaar has become an important document for KYC verification, there arises many questions, one of which is ‘Are NRIs eligible to enrol for Aadhaar'?
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.
How to draft a will for your NRI children
Suppose one’s child is residing in a different country. In that case, there is a high possibility that he/she will be unaware of the details of the bank accounts, investments, location of the lockers, properties, and all the important documents, etc. Above all, the children may not be aware of the liabilities that may come in as a shock in case the eventuality occurs.
Long delays in US visitor visas hit Indian businesses, families
Hundreds of Indian families and individuals who want to visit their kin or travel for business meetings and conferences have been hit by the long delays in getting US visitor visas since the pandemic.
Here's what forms the bulk of outward remittances for Indians
The outflow seems to be on an incline with different sectors including purchase of immovable property, deposits, debt, investment in equity, sending of gifts, donations, international travel, maintenance of close relatives, medical treatment and studies abroad showcasing an upward trend.
NRI Helpdesk: Can you expedite your US visa processing?
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.
Need to travel to the US on business or on holiday? These are the latest updates you should know about
There is a huge pent-up demand for B-1/B-2 visas, which are for temporary, non-immigrant travelers who wish to enter the U.S. for business or tourism related activities such as -negotiating contracts, exploring the country, visiting family, attending meetings or conferences, completing commercial transactions, etc.
NEET tail-enders jump queue, grab med seats
MBBS aspirants who missed out in the initial rounds of seat allotment and pinned their hopes on vacant NRI quota seats have been bested by students at the tail end of the NEET qualifying list helped by NRI sponsors.
Relax rules for medical students returning from Ukraine: Varun Gandhi
There are over 20,000 Indian students who are in the process of being evacuated from Ukraine. For many of them, an education stint in Ukraine has meant spending Rs 15-30 lakhs in savings to gain education at a college that has probably been destroyed by now, BJP MP Varun Gandhi said.
Passport to acceptance? LGBTQ+ travellers wary about gender-neutral IDs
The United States issued its first "X" passport last year to Dana Zzyym, who is non-binary and intersex - born with atypical sex characteristics. It joined nations including Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan and India in offering "X" or other third gender options.
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