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Syria just took a major step towards global payments

Mastercard completes first transaction as Syria reconnects to global payments

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Ongoing construction work is pictured at a site in Marota City, a new mixed-use development project near the Umayyad Square in Damascus earlier this year. Photo used for illustrative purposes.

US visa interviews disrupted worldwide

State Department has not said when regular interview schedules will resume

A training initiative is being conducted across US embassies and consulates, with visa appointments being adjusted to allow officers to participate.

Trump’s $103,265 H-1B fee: What it means for Indians

The proposed fee targets employers, but foreign workers could ultimately feel the impact

The Trump administration has proposed charging US employers $103,265 for every new H-1B petition subject to the annual visa cap.

Trump visa freeze halted: Pakistan, Bangladesh among 75

Policy blocking visas by nationality deemed unlawful by federal judge

US judge overturns Trump-era visa suspension targeting 75 nations

H-1B visa grace period at risk: Rules may get tougher

Foreign workers, families face tighter deadlines if post-termination window ends

US H-1B rule shift alarms Indian tech workers, diaspora families

Updated Pakistan travel: Visa-free to e-visa options

From summer escapes to winter breaks, check the latest visa-friendly destinations.

Planning summer or winter travel? Check the latest visa options for Pakistani passport holders.

Bangladeshi travellers: Visa-free, VOA and eVisa guide

From island escapes to African safaris, 35 countries open doors to Bangladeshis

Visa-free, VOA and ETA options expand summer travel choices across four continents

79th to 101st: Pakistan passport journey over 20 years

Visa-free access stalls at 29 destinations despite modest post-2021 recovery

Pakistan’s travel freedom shrinks as global mobility gap widens over 20 years

India visa-free map changed in July: Places still open

New visa rules in 2026 reshape travel plans for Indian holidaymakers

New visa rules in 2026 reshape travel plans for Indian holidaymakers

New guide for Indian tourist visa applicants in UAE

New ICAC guidance covers application steps, required documents, visa fees for travellers

The new ICAC guidance outlines the application process, required documents and fees for those applying for an Indian tourist visa.

US pilots $750 fast-track visa interview option

Pilot programme offers B visa interviews within 10 business days at selected locations

The US will begin testing a new pilot programme from July 1 to help secure visa interview appointments within 10 business days.

India’s 20-year passport slide: Major visa-free updates

India passport shift: Rank falls to 81 as visa-free access narrows to 55 destinations

How India’s travel access evolved over two decades—and what the latest visa-free rules mean for your next trip.

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