US proposes changes in F-1 & H-1B visas to attract skilled workforce

WASHINGTON: Amidst pending comprehensive immigration reform, the United States has proposed several steps – including changes in the F-1 and H-1B visas – to attract foreign skilled workforce, a move likely to benefit professionals from countries like India. Prominent among these reforms include providing work authorisation for spouses of certain H-1B visa holders, 17-month extension [...] Read more »

Bangalore will be centre for Israeli visas in the South

BANGALORE: In six months, travel to Israel from here will be simpler – you can apply for a visa at the Israeli consul general office here. Its consul general Orna Sagiv spoke to TOI on Thursday about what Israel will offer for Bangalore . Excerpts: Why an office in Bangalore? Will it issue visas? We [...] Read more »