In the year 2023, the United States witnessed a remarkable achievement in its visa processing in India, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the two nations. Throughout the year, the US embassy and consulates in India successfully processed an astounding total of 140,000 visas, indicating a substantial surge in demand and underscoring … Read more
The Ram Temple consecration in Ayodhya, India, has drawn significant attention from a unique group of observers – Koreans who believe in a legend linking their heritage to the ancient Indian city. According to the Korean legend, a teenage princess named Suriratna from Ayodhya sailed across the ocean approximately 2,000 years ago, covering a distance … Read more
Maldives, a renowned destination for its pristine beaches and luxury tourism, is witnessing a notable change in its tourist demographics, particularly concerning Indian visitors. Data from the Maldives’ tourism ministry reveals a significant shift within three weeks, with Indian tourists slipping from the third-largest to the fifth-largest group. This shift in the tourist landscape coincides … Read more
Australia is gearing up to introduce a novel permanent resident visa program in 2024, named the Pacific Engagement visa (PEV). This initiative, spearheaded by the Australian Government, is specifically tailored to nationals from participating Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste. The upcoming Subclass 192 – Pacific Engagement visa, slated to commence in 2024, is designed to … Read more
Ayodhya, revered as the birthplace of Lord Ram, welcomes hundreds of South Korean visitors each year, drawn by a unique connection – the memorial of Queen Huh Hwang-ok, also known as Princess Suriratna. This special bond between South Korea and Ayodhya has roots in the legend of Princess Suriratna, who is believed to have hailed … Read more