Major ATC glitch at Delhi’s IGI Airport delays more than 200 flights
Sri Lanka mandates pre-departure ETA but keeps fee waiver for Indian tourists
Chandigarh Airport back to full-day operations after runway repairs
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Assam quietly deports 19 Bangladeshi nationals, underscores zero-tolerance stance on illegal entry
Assam deported 19 undocumented Bangladeshi nationals on 7 November, signalling a tougher enforcement line along the India-Bangladesh border. Companies with cross-border staff supply chains must brace for more identity checks and longer processing times.
Finland’s New Delhi Embassy closed on 7 November for internal event—visa appointments rescheduled
Finland’s embassy in New Delhi was closed on 7 November, pushing back visa and passport appointments to the following week. While a brief disruption, the closure adds pressure to already long Schengen processing queues affecting winter assignments.
Canada Unveils Fast-Track Immigration Stream for H-1B Holders, Targets Highly-Skilled Indians in U.S.
Canada announced a fast-track immigration stream for U.S. H-1B visa holders, many of whom are Indian professionals. The pathway offers six-month processing, open spousal work rights and a clear route to permanent residency, raising competitive pressure on U.S. employers and creating new relocation options for Indian talent.
Air India to Restart Non-Stop Delhi–Tel Aviv Flights from 1 January 2026
Air India announced that its Delhi–Tel Aviv nonstop route will resume on 1 January 2026 with five weekly Dreamliner services, restoring a key business and pilgrimage corridor. The move cuts travel times for Indian firms, supports bilateral trade and could prompt additional Israel–India routes by Arkia Airlines.
Centre Adds Two Daily Flights and Caps Fares to Ease Manipur’s Air Connectivity Crisis
The Civil Aviation Ministry has cleared two extra daily flights linking Imphal with Guwahati and Kolkata and directed Air India Express to cap Imphal-Guwahati fares at ₹6,000. The intervention alleviates sky-high prices and limited capacity that were hampering business travel to Manipur. Firms with operations in the North-East can expect lower travel costs and more predictable schedules.
Canadian Student-Visa Rejection Rate for Indians Soars to 74 % in 2025, Raising Alarms
IRCC figures released on 6 November reveal that nearly three-quarters of Indian student-visa requests were denied in 2025, the highest rejection rate yet. The clamp-down follows detection of mass fraud cases in 2023 and signals tougher vetting worldwide, compelling Indian students to strengthen financial and admission documentation.
Edvoy Sets 8 November Virtual Fair to Guide Indians on UK & Ireland 2026 Intakes
Study-abroad platform Edvoy will hold an online UK-Ireland ‘Admissions Day’ on 8 November, offering Indian students personalised guidance on 2026 intakes, visa funds, English-language rules and post-study work routes. The event helps applicants adapt to evolving UKVI requirements and Ireland’s extended graduate work rights.
Viral Case of 40-Second F-1 Interview Denial Highlights U.S. Student-Visa Hurdles for Indians
A 6 November Financial Express article describing a 40-second F-1 visa denial in Mumbai went viral, spotlighting stringent U.S. scrutiny of Indian student applicants. With refusal rates now exceeding 40 %, students must present airtight financial and return-intent evidence, while sponsors should budget for potential reapplication delays.