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Costly H-1B and stricter US rules push Indians toward self-sponsored EB-1A green cards
Facing a USD 100,000 H-1B fee hike and stringent compliance audits, growing numbers of Indian tech professionals are switching to the self-sponsored EB-1A green-card category. The move offers visa independence but demands robust evidence of ‘extraordinary ability,’ reshaping how Indian employers plan US assignments.
Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir ceremony to bring 50 chartered jets, stretching northern India’s apron capacity
Ayodhya’s new airport will handle 50 chartered flights for the Ram Mandir ‘dhwaj’ ceremony on 25 November, forcing jets to park at alternate airports and prompting enhanced security. The surge highlights apron-capacity limits in tier-2 cities and the need for early slot and accommodation planning for VIP travellers.
Mumbai Airport breaks single-runway world record with 1,036 flight movements in a day
CSMIA processed 1,036 flights on 21 November, the highest ever for a single-runway airport worldwide. The landmark reflects soaring demand for Indian air travel but also underscores infrastructure strains that could affect future business-travel reliability.