A visa is a document that is needed by residents of a country who seek to enter another country. The country one aspires to enter must confer a visa which is placed in the traveler’s passport, a travel document issued by the traveler’s country of citizenship. To arrive in the U.S. one must first obtain a US visa. There are about 185 types of US visas, grouped into two main categories:
Fred Dixon, CEO of Brand USA, emphasizes India’s growing middle class and its potential for US tourism. He outlines strategies to attract Indian travelers and highlights the impact of major global events, alongside the importance of technology in enhancing the travel experience.
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2 min read29 Dec 2024A public feud among Donald Trump’s supporters highlights internal divisions over immigration and tech industry policies, pitting hardliners against wealthy tech advocates like Elon Musk advocating for more skilled workers.
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1 min read29 Nov 2024The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared
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