<![CDATA[ ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/immigrationen-usTue, 26 Dec 2023 15:02:48 +0530<![CDATA[Canada may restrict entry of temporary foreign workers in 2024 | Check Details ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/world-news/canada-may-restrict-entry-of-temporary-foreign-workers-in-2024-check-details-2052636

PTC Web Desk: Canada's Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has revealed substantial reform plans in response to the surge of temporary foreign workers and foreign students arriving in the country. Marc Miller suggested the potential imposition of limits on temporary foreign worker entries from 2024 onwards, addressing what he termed an unchecked system that has persisted for too long.

Highlighting the urgent need for reforms, Marc Miller drew attention to a perceived link between Canada's housing crisis and the substantial influx of foreign students and temporary foreign workers. He emphasized a sharp rise in individuals arriving temporarily, stressing the necessity to closely examine the repercussions of the system's workings rather than singling out specific individuals.

These remarks from the minister follow recent Statistics Canada data revealing an unprecedented population increase of over 430,000 in Canada during the third quarter of 2023, marking the highest quarterly growth since 1957. With a population now exceeding 40.5 million, 313,000 are immigrants. Miller had previously announced alterations to the foreign student program, requiring applicants to demonstrate double the funds for living expenses in a bid to reduce applications.

Canada Study Visa: ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ’ਚ ਪੜ੍ਹਾਈ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੋਇਆ ਹੋਰ ਮਹਿੰਗਾ, ਗਾਰੰਟੀ ਇਨਵੈਸਟਮੈਂਟ ਸਰਟੀਫਿਕੇਟ ਰਕਮ ਹੋਈ ਦੁੱਗਣੀ

Furthermore, Miller suggested the potential revocation of study permits for graduates from colleges deemed subpar, particularly if provinces like Ontario fail to address these concerns. He stressed the importance of provinces discontinuing the licensing of underperforming colleges and signaled intentions to implement additional measures if provinces fail to act, aiming to limit the increasing inflow of international students.

Marc Miller highlighted the significant surge in both temporary foreign workers and foreign students in recent years, underscoring the need for interventions despite the COVID-19 impacted period.

These proposed reforms underscore Canada's endeavor to readjust its immigration policies in response to a surge in temporary immigration, reflecting the government's commitment to tackling the challenges posed by this substantial influx.

 

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Shefali KohliTue, 26 Dec 2023 15:02:48 +053019823181982318
<![CDATA[US drops in-person interview for H-1B, L-1 visas ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/us-drops-in-person-interview-for-h-1b-l-1-visas As the new variant of Covid-19 is spreading rapidly, the United States has reportedly decided to temporarily drop the in-person interviews for a range of work-visa categories H-1B, L-1, and the O-1. In the wake of the third wave of coronavirus prevailing out the new variant 'Omicron', action has been taken by the United States to ease down the visa issuances. Also Read | Punjab on alert as Ludhiana court blast kills one, injures 5 Amid COVID-19 Concerns, US Expands Interview Waivers For H-1B, L-1 Visas Meanwhile, the applicants applying for H-1B, L-1, and O-1 visas will no longer have to undergo an in-person interview at a US consulate, which is the last step before issuing a visa. Also read | ‘Rail roko’ agitation by Punjab farmers affects movement of 400 trains H1b Visa: US to waive in-person interviews for H-1B, other visas through 2022 to reduce wait times - The Economic Times “We are pleased to announce that consular officers are now temporarily authorized, through December 31, 2022, to waive in-person interviews for certain individual petition-based nonimmigrant work visas in the following categories: Persons in Specialty Occupations (H-1B visas), Trainee or Special Education Visitors (H-3 visas), Intracompany Transferees (L visas), Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement (O visas),” press conference said. Biden Administration Faces Backlog of 380,000 Waiting to Immigrate - The New York Times "We encourage applicants to check embassy and consulate websites for more detailed information about this development, as well as current operating status and services," added the release Therefore, the consular officers are now authorized to drop in-person interviews for nearly a dozen visa categories. Earlier in 2020, the U.S. State Department had suspended all routine visa services in most countries worldwide in an order to battle the Covid-19 outbreak. -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathFri, 24 Dec 2021 13:15:22 +053018933601893360<![CDATA[Australia to allow fully vaccinated eligible visa holders from December 1 ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/australia-to-allow-fully-vaccinated-eligible-visa-holders-from-december-1 Coronavirus update: Australia on Monday further relaxed its travel rules as it allows fully vaccinated eligible visa holders to enter the country without the need to apply for a travel exemption from December 1. Eligible visa holders include skilled and student cohorts, as well as humanitarian, working holidaymakers and provisional family visa holders. The additional changes have been announced as part of the National plan to safely reopen Australia. Also Read | PM Modi urges farmers to return to their homes, farms; also tenders apology Locked-Up And Fed-Up: Australian Voters Put PM Scott Morrison On Notice Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, in a statement, said: "From 1 December 2021, fully vaccinated eligible visa holders can come to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption. Eligible visa holders include skilled and student cohorts, as well as humanitarian, working holidaymaker and provisional family visa holders." Also Read | Coronavirus update: India reports 10,488 new Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours Australian PM Scott Morrison criticizes TikTok suicide video | World News,The Indian Express He said that these changes will ensure that "we continue to protect the health of Australians while reuniting families and securing our economic recovery by opening our border to skilled and student visa holders". Australia PM Scott Morrison says vaccinations alone will not end Sydney's Covid-19 lockdown | Deccan Herald Under these arrangements, Morrison said that the travellers must be fully vaccinated with a completed dosage of a vaccine approved or recognised by Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), hold a valid visa for one of the eligible visa subclasses, provide proof of their vaccination status and present a negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test taken within three days of departure. "The return of skilled workers and international students to Australia will further cement our economic recovery, providing the valuable workers our economy needs and supporting our important education sector," Australia PM said on new travel rules. Australia has reopened its border to quarantine-free travellers on November 1 after months of stringent pandemic restrictions. On March 20 last year, Australia introduced some of the world's toughest border restrictions in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Strict restrictions were imposed by Australia from travelling overseas without permission for 18-months. -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathMon, 22 Nov 2021 10:46:52 +053018911911891191<![CDATA[Bill introduced in US to end stay of foreign students after studies ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/bill-introduced-in-us-to-end-stay-of-foreign-students-after-studies US immigration: A group of US lawmakers has reintroduced a legislation in the House of Representatives to eliminate a programme that allows foreign students to stay in the United States for work after the completion of their studies under certain conditions. The Bill, if passed into law, can affect tens and thousands of Indian students in this country. On the other hand, several Indian students in the United States have expressed resentment over immigration policies. Study in the US| Educational Qualification for Migrant Students in the USA Also read Covid cases see jump for third day in a row; 44,230 test positive Congressman Paul A Gosar along with Congressman Mo Brooks, Andy Biggs and Matt Gaetz introduced the Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act, a legislation that would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act on the optional practice training (OPT). However, passing the Bill through Senate is not that easy given that the Democrats are in majority in both the Chambers of the US Congress. Indian students concerned about deportation, dropping out semester as US announces new visa rules- The New Indian Express Also read | Modi invites suggestions for Independence Day speech Passage not so easy The Bill has to pass through the Senate before it can be sent to the President to be signed into law. Visa & immigration rules: Joe Biden win to cheer Indian students - The Economic Times However, passing the Bill through Senate is not that easy given that the Democrats are in majority in both Chambers of the US Congress. Notably, foreign workers are exempt from payroll taxes, making them at least 10-15% cheaper than American workers. -PTC News
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Jasleen KaurFri, 30 Jul 2021 13:43:48 +053018847311884731
<![CDATA[सीएम जयराम बोले- कोविड मामलों की संख्या घटी लेकिन कोरोना से होने वाली मौत चिंता का विषय ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/death-due-to-corona-is-a-matter-of-concern-said-cm-hn शिमला। सीएम जय राम ठाकुर ने कहा कि कोरोना महामारी के बीच प्रदेश सरकार ने स्वास्थ्य संस्थानों की क्षमता बढ़ाने के लिए कड़ी मेहनत की है। राज्य में बिस्तरों की क्षमता 1200 से बढ़ाकर लगभग 5000 बिस्तर कर दी गई है। इसी प्रकार, राज्य सरकार ने ऑक्सीजन की भंडारण क्षमता को बढ़ाकर 25 मीट्रिक टन तक किया है। राज्य सरकार की मांग पर केंद्र सरकार ने प्रदेश का ऑक्सीजन कोटा 15 मीट्रिक टन से बढ़ाकर 40 मीट्रिक टन कर दिया है। मुख्यमंत्री ने कहा कि केंद्र सरकार की उदार सहायता से आज राज्य में लगभग 6300 डी-टाइप और 2250 बी-टाइप ऑक्सीजन सिलेंडर उपलब्ध हैं। स्वास्थ्य संस्थानों में 1700 से अधिक आॅक्सीजन कन्संट्रेटर उपलब्ध करवाए गए हैं। सभी मेडिकल काॅलेजों में पीएसए आॅक्सीजन संयंत्र स्थापित किए गए हैं। राज्य में सात पीएसए संयंत्र कार्यशील कर दिए गए हैं, जबकि दो अतिरिक्त पीएसए संयंत्र शीघ्र ही कार्यशील बनाए जाएंगे। लगभग एक वर्ष पूर्व, राज्य में केवल 50 कार्यशील वेंटिलेटर थे, जिनकी संख्या बढ़ाकर लगभग 700 की गई है। यह भी पढ़ें- हरियाणा ने दिखाई कोविड-19 पर नियंत्रण के लिए नई राह यह भी पढ़ें- आसिफ हत्याकांड में संलिप्त दो और आरोपी गिरफ्तार उन्होंने संतोष व्यक्त किया कि कोविड के मामलों की संख्या 40,000 से घटकर 18000 हो गई है, लेकिन कोविड से होने वाली मृत्यु की संख्या में वृद्धि अभी भी चिंता का विषय है। दरअसल मुख्यमंत्री जय राम ठाकुर आज किन्नौर जिले के रिकांगपिओ में मीडिया से बातचीत कर रहे थे। उन्होंने कहा कि प्रदेश सरकार जनजातीय क्षेत्रों के कल्याण और विकास के लिए प्रतिबद्ध है और जनजातीय उप योजना के तहत बजट में काफी वृद्धि की गई है। - ]]>Arvind KumarSat, 29 May 2021 17:35:42 +053018809861880986<![CDATA[President Biden's proposed immigration bill could add 3,75,000 more green cards annually ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/president-bidens-proposed-immigration-bill-could-add-more-green-cards-in-us-en US Citizenship Act: US President Joe Biden has proposed an immigration bill that would lead to a 35 percent annual increase in green card numbers if enacted. According to the reports, the number of immigrants obtaining permanent residency or a green card would rise by nearly 375,500 each year to around 1.5 million in total if the US Citizenship Act was enacted. Also Read | 8 killed including Asian Women in shootings at 3 Atlanta massage parlors US Citizenship Act: US President Joe Biden has proposed an immigration bill that would lead to a 35 percent annual increase in green card. Thus, Indians would be among the biggest beneficiaries as the largest increase is expected in the employment-based categories and the diversity visa program. If it goes like that, an additional 80,000 advanced degree workers would be able to avail permanent residency, along with more than 78,000 “first preference” workers. Also Read | Joe Biden to bring 8-year citizenship path for immigrants Reportedly, the backlog of green cards for employment-based immigrants crossed 1.2 million applicants last year, the highest ever. US Citizenship Act: US President Joe Biden has proposed an immigration bill that would lead to a 35 percent annual increase in green card. According to data from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Indians comprise about 68 percent of this, or about 800,000. US Citizenship Act: US President Joe Biden has proposed an immigration bill that would lead to a 35 percent annual increase in green card. As per the report, Doug Rand, Boundless co-founder, and immigration policy expert said that "just because the proposed US immigration bill raises a visa cap does not necessarily mean that all of those green cards will be used in a given year." Click here to follow PTC News on Twitter. -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathThu, 18 Mar 2021 13:49:55 +053018771331877133<![CDATA[Biden Administration- Indians likely to have immigration relief ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/biden-administration-indians-likely-to-have-immigration-relief-en The new US President Joe Biden, will begin overturning many of his predecessor Donald Trump’s orders after joining office and will also address four simultaneous national crises, such as the pandemic, recession, climate change and racial inequality. Also Read | India’s Ambassador to US attends Biden’s inauguration ceremony At least a dozen reversals were expected on the inaugural day though only a couple will be implemented right away. This is because most need approval from a narrowly divided Congress and a Senate which Democrats control 50-50 with the tie-breaking vote to Vice-President Kamala Harris. Incoming White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain had said, “On Inauguration Day, President Joe Biden will sign roughly a dozen actions,” In fact, some of the proposals might make it to the Congress and the Senate later than expected because Biden’s first priority will be to get his Cabinet choices confirmed. The process has been delayed because of delays in counting and the confirmation of electoral votes by the Congress and the Senate. Joe Biden inaugurated, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock join U.S. Senate
Biden’s transition team said that among other reversals that will be announced on inaugural day, Indians will be acutely interested in the US Citizenship Bill of 2021, the legislation to modernize the immigration system. Highly skilled Indian IT professionals who come to the US on H-1B work visas have been the hardest hit by Trump’s tweaks to the immigration system. It now imposes a 7 per cent per country quota on allotment of the Green Card and raises wage-based entry barriers. In fact, the administration under Trump was making the immigration system tighter through executive orders as late as January 12 and January 15. The Biden Bill will also clear employment-based immigration backlogs and make it easier for graduates of US universities with advanced degrees in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programmes to stay in that country besides improving the access to Green Cards for workers from the low-wage sectors. Biden's Inauguration Speech Highlights Unrest, Pandemic and Calls for Unity - Variety
Biden will also eliminate the limits on employment-based Green Cards by a country, which has kept many Indian families waiting for long. Also Read | Biden appoints transgender doctor as assistant health secretary The presidential executive in the first 10 days will cover the four concurrent national crises. It will start with the health crisis by rejoining the WHO, setting up thousands of community vaccination centres and go in for a mask mandate on federal property and for interstate travel for 100 days. The recession will be addressed by a federal moratorium on evictions and moratorium on student loan debt. He will look into climate change by cancelling the Keystone pipeline and rejoining the Paris Agreement, and will tackle deep racial inequality by resuming citizenship for young and undocumented immigrants. 15 expected executive actions
  • Biden will sign 15 executive actions to address Covid-19, economy, climate change and racial inequity.
  • Health crisis to be tackled by rejoining WHO and going in for mask mandate.
  • Recession to be addressed by federal moratorium on evictions, student loan debt.
  • Climate change to be handled by rejoining Paris pact.
  • Racial inequality by reversing travel ban on visitors from Muslim countries.
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Gitanjali MangalThu, 21 Jan 2021 16:44:38 +053018743661874366
<![CDATA[Joe Biden to bring 8-year citizenship path for immigrants ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/joe-biden-to-bring-8-year-citizenship-path-for-immigrants-en Ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration, the US President-elect is planning to unveil an immigration bill on Day 1 of his administration in an order to provide an 8-year-path to US citizenship for over 11 million people living in the US without legal status. If it happens, it will be a massive reversal from the Donald Trump administration's harsh immigration policies. Also Read | US Capitol on lockdown due to external security threat ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration  Ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration, the US President-elect is planning to unveil an immigration bill providing US citizenship. The new US immigration bill, which is in consideration, will put Joe Biden on track to deliver one of the major campaign promises to Latino voters and other immigrant communities. The bill will be the fastest way towards citizenship for those living without legal status in recent years. Also Read | Whatsapp answers questions about Privacy Policy Ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration, the US President-elect is planning to unveil an immigration bill providing US citizenship. The bill is set to be introduced after the US President-elect Joe Biden will take the oath of office on Wednesday, a report stated. As a presidential candidate, Biden had called Donald Trump's immigration policies as “unrelenting assault" on American values and that he would “undo the damage" while continuing to maintain border enforcement. Ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration, the US President-elect is planning to unveil an immigration bill providing US citizenship. According to the legislation, those living in the United States as of January 1, 2021, without legal status may apply for a five-year path to temporary legal status, or a green card but have to clear background checks, pay taxes and fulfill other basic requirements. However. the process will be quick for some immigrants. The youngsters who arrived in the US illegally as children, as well as agricultural workers and those under temporary protective status, could qualify immediately for green cards only if they are working, studying in school, or meet other requirements. -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathWed, 20 Jan 2021 16:05:47 +053018742611874261<![CDATA[Canadian Immigration: Saskatchewan issues 385 invitations in PNP draw ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/canadian-immigration-saskatchewan-issues-385-invitations-in-pnp-draw-en A draw was held in Saskatchewan on January 7, inviting immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. Also Read | Here is the spousal and common-law partner sponsorship process The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) invited candidates from the International Skilled Worker category through two subcategories: Express Entry, and Occupations In-Demand. A total of 385 invitations were sent out to immigration candidates who had work experience in select occupations. A total of 148 were invited through the Express Entry sub-category, and 237 invitations went to Occupations In-Demand candidates. 5 Reasons to Apply for Canada Immigration - Canada Immigration and Visa Information. Canadian Immigration Services and Free Online Evaluation. In order to be invited in this draw, candidates from both sub-categories needed to have submitted Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles with the SINP. Regardless of the category, invited candidates needed an EOI score of at least 71 in order to be invited. This is the provincial requirement, not the Comprehensive Ranking System cutoff. Invited candidates all had Educational Credential Assessments. Saskatchewan invited candidates who had work experience in one of 79 occupations. To see which occupations were included, go to the government webpage. The SINP uses the EOI system to select the candidates that have the most potential to succeed in the regional labor market. Candidates need to demonstrate their commitment to building a life in Saskatchewan by showcasing their work experience, education, language ability, age, and connections to the province. Canada is sending the right immigration signals to the world | Canada Immigration News Also Read | Canadian universities now allowed to welcome more international students According to the International Skilled Worker Points Assessment Grid, Saskatchewan gives candidates a score out of 100. The highest-scoring candidates are then issued an invitation to apply for a provincial nomination from Saskatchewan. At the end of 2020, Saskatchewan introduced changes to its points system to give more EOI points to people who can speak English and French. -PTC News- ]]>Gitanjali MangalTue, 12 Jan 2021 19:15:13 +053018738661873866<![CDATA[Here is the spousal and common-law partner sponsorship process ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/here-is-the-spousal-and-common-law-partner-sponsorship-process-en Are you looking to sponsor your spouse or common-law partner for Canadian immigration? Well, the process of applying with your partner who is living with you in Canada is different than if you were applying from abroad. The Spouse or Common-Law Partner in-Canada class is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are already living together in Canada and want to keep it that way. Staying with Your Spouse While Waiting for Spousal Sponsorship It is compulsory for foreign national partner to have valid immigration status in Canada as a student, worker, or visitor. Also, they should also apply under this class only if they plan on getting an open work permit which helps them to work while they wait on their application to be processed. Also Read | Canada approves Moderna’s COVID vaccine, extends ban on flights from UK Canadians who want to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner need to make sure that they are eligible. One has to be a Canadian citizen, first nation, or permanent resident over the age of 18. Another requirement is to show that you can provide basic needs for yourself as well as the person you are sponsoring and any dependent children. A few other factors that can make you ineligible are things such as if you were ever convicted of a violent crime etc. On the same hand, your partner also has to be eligible to be sponsored. They too must be over the age of 18, and pass background, security, and medical checks. The federal government also says your relationship must be 'genuine' and not just based on getting permanent residency status. Am I eligible to sponsor my partner for a Partner Visa? - VisaOne Also Read | 21-year-old Arya Rajendran elected as youngest Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Canada provides an application guide online, as well as a document checklist for people going through the process. Once everything is complete, one can submit the application. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) takes about 12 months to process spousal sponsorship applications, including a two or three month wait period while they ensure that the application is complete. During the processing period, IRCC may ask the person who is applying for permanent residence to submit their biometrics. 30 days will be given to send them in. They may also ask for more information, or an in-person interview at any time. Those being sponsored will also be given 30 days to have a medical exam. Also Read | UP's Sitapur: Monkey snatches bag with Rs 4 lakh, throws it on street from tree IRCC also allows you to track and update your application status online. Canada's GDP grew 3% in July: StatsCan | Investment Executive When the immigration department makes a decision on your application, they will send you instructions about the final steps your spouse or common-law partner needs to take to become a permanent resident. They will have to go to a port of entry to meet an immigration officer for a landing interview. IRCC will send them instructions on what documents they need to bring, as well as the time and place of their interview. Once the landing process is done, your spouse or common-law partner is officially a permanent resident. The only thing left to do is wait for the permanent resident card to come, which will arrive in the mail. -PTC News- ]]>Gitanjali MangalMon, 28 Dec 2020 17:07:39 +053018730501873050<![CDATA[Canadian universities now allowed to welcome more international students ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/canadian-universities-now-allowed-to-welcome-more-international-students-en Canada has now updated its list of approved Designated Learning Institutions which are currently permitted to welcome more international students during the coronavirus pandemic. Also Read | Centre sends letter to farmers' organizations for re-negotiation What are Designated Learning Institutions? A DLI is a school, university or college that is allowed to host international students. Canada had previously introduced travel restrictions on non-essential travel to curb the spread of the virus. Travel restrictions were earlier only on new international students. Only those who have a study permit or an approval issued on or before March 18 were allowed to travel to Canada. Institutions who wish to make the list must have a COVID-19 readiness plan approved by their provincial or territorial government. Tips on How To Work and Study in Canada | liv.rent blog Students who are enrolled in these approved DLIs are exempted from Canada’s travel restrictions, and will likely be granted an entry to Canada by a border official upon arrival. Many prominent Ontario-based institutions have been added to the list, such as the University of Waterloo, Ryerson University, OCAD University and the University of Windsor. All individuals entering Canada, including international students, are required by law to quarantine themselves for 14 days upon arrival. CANADA – HMMK Migration In addition, travelers to Canada, particularly by air, are mandatory to install the ArriveCAN mobile app. One has to submit your travel and contact information, your quarantine plan, as well as a daily COVID-19 symptom self assessment. Many universities across the country, including in British Columbia and Ontario, have seen a spike in domestic enrolment and a drop in international enrolment due to the pandemic. -PTC News- ]]>Gitanjali MangalMon, 21 Dec 2020 16:34:01 +053018726861872686<![CDATA[Canada Immigration: Express Entry CRS drops low ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/canada-immigration-express-entry-crs-drops-low-en Canada Immigration: Candidates would be required a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 469 to be welcomed in Canada for the November 25 invitation round. 5,000 invitations were sent to the Express Entry candidates, which ties this draw for the largest number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Also Read | CBSE Exams: Education Ministry takes big decision before announcing dates Express Entry is an application management system in Canada's immigration for the executives for 3 government programs that include the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class. Candidates would be given a score dependent on the CRS including some Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). The points will be given on several factors of the candidates including age, education, work experience, and language ability in English or French. The candidates with the highest score get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for the Canadian permanent residence (PR) in an Express Entry invitation round. With this, the total number of ITAs issued this year has increased to 97,350. This is yet another record-breaking year for Express Entry, as the number of ITAs issued so far is the highest. The record-breaking ITAs issued are in line with Canada’s commitment to welcome over 400,000 new immigrants next year which includes those through the Express Entry system. -PTC News- ]]>Gitanjali MangalSat, 28 Nov 2020 11:09:45 +053018714371871437<![CDATA[Canada visa application centres to reopen ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/canada-visa-application-centres-to-reopen-en VFS Global has announced that Canada visa applicants who have submitted online applications for family class priority i.e. spouses, partners and children category can enroll biometrics at the Canada Visa Applications Centres in six cities from November 25. The six cities are Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru. Know The Easy Ways To Get A Canada ETA Visa At Affordable Charges – Canada Visa ETAAlso Read | Income Tax dept. holds searches at 16 locations in Northern India An appointment is a must to visit the visa application centre to enroll biometrics and also, limited visa services will resume across India. Appointments can be booked online from Friday by filling in the web form available. IRCC will require biometrics for most applicants starting July 31 | Canadavisa.com The visa applicants who have submitted online applications for student category and family class priority can enroll their biometrics at the visa applications centres, which will be effective from December 2. How To Prevent Delays Due to New Canada Biometric Requirements Notably, customers who have already submitted their applications for these categories will receive a biometric instruction letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to enroll their biometrics. -PTC News- ]]>Gitanjali MangalSat, 21 Nov 2020 16:21:18 +053018710801871080<![CDATA[Why Switzerland is best for studying hospitality? ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/why-switzerland-is-best-for-studying-hospitality-en Switzerland is the home to the top hospitality institutes on the planet, which makes it perhaps the best destination for hospitality competitors. Switzerland has been set apart throughout the entire existence of movement as an absolute necessity location since the eighteenth century when luxury hospitality foundations were established over the Montreux Riviera permitting the rich and respectable explorers to appreciate the fabulous scenes and sound the atmosphere around Lake Geneva. Switzerland is the home to top hospitality institutes on the planet, which makes it perhaps the best destination for hospitality competitors. Soon with the development of infrastructures, Switzerland became a primary European tourism destination, and modern hospitality as we all know it. Various hospitality institutes in Switzerland allows more interactive and diverse learning and provides space for arising with more innovative and sustainable solutions. Simulation of a true work environment The schools' premises in Switzerland are built to completely replicate the customer-centred areas by actually taking roles within the kitchen, concierge area, or reception, students not only experience in real-world the essential positions that build the hospitality but also, gain a wholesome vision of what managing such an institution actually means in terms of operations and processes involved. Switzerland is the home to top hospitality institutes on the planet, which makes it perhaps the best destination for hospitality competitors. Not only the sensible classes are a part of the curriculum, but they're often amid numerous internships allowing the scholars to completely immerse themselves within the professional scene thus obtaining their first experience before graduation and bringing more practical skills to the work market at the top of the studies. The curriculum initially focusing only on hotel operations like rooms division, food & beverage service, reception, to now gaining a more holistic approach and including also the non-conventional areas of customer-centric activities like luxury retail, event management, spa, and wellness or maybe finance and luxury. Switzerland holds in front of the rest of the competition in GII At the occasions when cordiality contemplates development and broaden by adjusting the educational programs towards digitalization and advancement, drifts that become progressively important in the current setting, Switzerland again sparkles as the top objective because of its in front of the pack in the Global Innovation Index (GII). Switzerland is the home to top hospitality institutes on the planet, which makes it perhaps the best destination for hospitality competitors. In 2019, for a very long time, the nation has topped other 128 economies worldwide in the GII positioning the world economies dependent on their advancement abilities. One of the happiest countries Apart from the professional advantages to the graduates, Switzerland is a land of spectacular nature and known to be for many years in the row in the Top 3 of happiest countries in the world according to the World Happiness Report, which incorporates factors like GDP per capita, life expectancy, and perception of corruption. Despite being a country of only 8.5 million inhabitants, Switzerland has managed to remain true to its values of cleanliness, honesty, hard work, punctuality, and a sense of responsibility values at the core of the hospitality industry itself. -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathWed, 18 Nov 2020 15:00:14 +053018709231870923<![CDATA[Which visa route to choose for studying abroad — H1B or EB5? ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/which-visa-route-to-choose-for-studying-abroad-h1b-or-eb5-en US Immigration, H1B vs EB5 visa: Are you looking to work or study abroad? India is far and away from the world’s largest recipient of H1B visas. But the H1B program aimed toward highly skilled workers - has been facing increasing restrictions for several years. This has caused Indians to seem to other routes into America. One of the most beneficiaries has been the EB5 investor visa program, which registered a seven-fold increase within the number of visas issued to Indians over the past five years. So the question arises that, how do these two visa categories compare? US Immigration: H1B vs EB5 visa. Here's an expert assist you to comprehend which visa route you ought to prefer to work or study abroad. US Immigration: Here are 7 points of comparison between H1B visa and EB5 visa to urge obviate your confusion: 1. Duration and permanency The EB5 program provides an immediate path to permanent residency, which is evidenced by positive identification. A positive identification holder can stay within the US forever, provided they maintain their permanent residency status or apply for citizenship. The H1B visa may be a temporary non-immigrant visa that's initially valid for 3 years and may then be extended for an additional three years. At the expiration of the utmost period of stay, the foreign worker is required to go away from the US or obtain a special status. 2. Visa requirements The requirements of the H1B visa and therefore the EB5 visa vary from each other a lot. The H1B program is concentrated on employment whereas the EB5 program is predicated upon investment. a number of the key requirements for H1B include, that no American is out there to fill the work role in question; that the foreign worker is going to be paid quite the typical wage for the occupation. Also Read | 2021 will be worse than 2020, warns Nobel UN food agency The EB5 program requires the principal applicant to invest a minimum of $900,000 during a Targeted Employment Area or a minimum of $1.8 million outside a Targeted Employment Area during a new commercial enterprise and create and sustain full-time jobs for a minimum of ten qualifying employees. Failure to suits these requirements could put positive identification in danger because it is conditional in nature. before the expiration of the two-year conditional positive identification, a petition has got to be filed to get rid of the conditions. US Immigration: H1B vs EB5 visa. Here's an expert assist you to comprehend which visa route you ought to prefer to work or study abroad. 3. Annual Quotas Both EB5 and H1B visas are subject to an annual cap. The H1B program is allotted 85,000 visas annually -- 20,000 of these visas are put aside for applicants with master’s degrees from American universities. Since the year 2000 when demand for global IT workers was high, returning H1B workers haven't been included within the annual cap. Indians account for about three-quarters of all H1B applicants. Also Read | Why Obama has a special place for India? The EB5 program is restricted to 700 visas per country per annum. this is often determined by the country of birth instead of the country of current citizenship. 4. Family A single EB5 visa investment covers a whole qualifying relative. meaning Green Cards for the applicant, a spouse, and any children under the age of 21. Spouses and youngsters of H1B workers also can move to America on H-4 visas. Spouses are ready to apply for work authorization within the US only under certain conditions. H4 visa-dependent spouses were eligible for an EAD (Employment Authorization Document) if that they had an approved I-140 (petition for positive identification or Permanent Residency), or had an H1B visa spouse with visa status lasting longer than 6 years under the AC21 Act. US Immigration: H1B vs EB5 visa. Here's an expert assist you to comprehend which visa route you ought to prefer to work or study abroad. 5. Work Once an EB5 applicant receives the positive identification, he or she has complete freedom and adaptability to figure, study, found out a business, or retire within the US. Conversely, an H1B visa holder is far more restricted, especially in terms of employment mobility. If an H1B visa holder loses his or her job, he or she would wish to return to their home country unless another qualified US employer files for his transfer. 6. Politics The EB5 Immigrant Investor Programme is usually viewed more favorably than the H1B program. While the EB5 program creates thousands of yank jobs and brings billions of dollars in foreign investment, the H1B visa is usually perceived as a threat to the US labor force. For that reason, the EB5 program isn't included within the President’s so-called “immigration ban”, whereas the H1B visa is included. The H1B visa has been struggling for an extended time. Whoever wins the presidential election might be expected to tighten restrictions on the H1B visa. the sole difference between the candidates could also be the pace and scale of the crackdown. 7. Alternatives The L-1 visa offers some similarities to the H1B visa without an annual cap. The L-1 visa is for transferring executive, managerial or specialized knowledge employees to the US from a foreign qualifying organization of the US company. An applicant could found out a replacement US office and move there to manage that office on the L-1 visa. The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa is analogous to the EB5 visa:
  • It requires lower investment and isn't subject to an annual cap
  • It doesn't offer permanent residency but is often renewed indefinitely
  • Indians must obtain third-party citizenship to qualify
  • This is a comparatively simple process that has been successfully undertaken by Indian nationals.
We hope, the information might assist you if you ought to prefer to work or study abroad. -PTC News- ]]>
Rajan NathTue, 17 Nov 2020 16:42:11 +053018708611870861
<![CDATA[Who is now eligible for the 10-year residency in UAE? ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/who-is-now-eligible-for-the-10-year-residency-in-uae-en Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum on Sunday declared that the United Arab Emirates announced that it is seeking to expand its 'golden visa' scheme under which individuals may obtain residency in the Gulf state for up to 10 years, granted they meet specific eligibility criteria. Also Read | Why should you choose Data Science as your career? The golden visa is a long-term residency programme that came into effect in May 2019 following approval from the Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Immediately after its launch, over 400 investors and businessmen, along with members of their families, were issued the visa, with several more being granted daily. The visa class was originally drafted to be a permanent residency system however the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs later noted that it is actually a long-term, 10-year visa that is renewable. A golden visa is a type of grant issued to wealthy individuals looking to trade significant investment into a country for the opportunity to reside within it. The system has often been used by governments to broaden their tax base. The UAE has emerged as an attractive destination for investors and entrepreneurs particularly for its business-friendly and tax-free environment. The latest expansion of UAE's golden visa will now enable PhD holders who have studied from one of the top 500 universities in the world to apply for the grant. Under the new law, certified doctors can also obtain the visa as the country looks to meet the shortfall of resident medical professionals exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Engineers who have specialized in the fields of computers, electronics, programming electronics, active technology, electricals, AI and Big Data are also eligible for the visa. The visa has also been extended to 'highly qualified individuals' who have received Grade Point Average (GPA) scores of 3.8 (out of 4) or higher from government-approved universities. This also extends to scientists and researchers who are specialists in their chosen fields, as long as they have been accredited by the Emirates Scientists Council. Holders of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Excellence can also apply for the visa. Inventors may also be eligible for the visa as long as they have obtained a patent of value that has shown to directly contribute to the UAE's economy. These patents must be approved by the country's Ministry of Economy. Foreign investors who have invested, at least, Dh10 million can also apply for the golden visa irrespective of whether this investment comes via an investment fund, the setup of a company, the purchase of real-estate, or funding into strategic sectors. Entrepreneurs that have injected capital equal to or over Dh500,000, or those who have been selected by accredited business incubators within the country, can obtain a renewable, multiple entry visa initially valid for six months. Similar visas can also be obtained by secondary-school or university students with outstanding academic records (95 per cent or higher) residing both, within or outside the country. Long term visas can also be issued for families of these students. -PTC News  - ]]>Gitanjali MangalMon, 16 Nov 2020 15:46:00 +053018707961870796<![CDATA[Here is how Journalists can immigrate to the US ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/here-is-how-journalists-can-immigrate-to-the-us-en US Immigration: If you're currently a Journalist in your home country and looking for a visa to get a journalism job in the US, you are all set to make your dreams come true! There are a couple of occupations that knots with being a journalist within the US. As technology has widened tremendously, you not only see journalists within the industry but also reporters, copyeditors, or photojournalists. Also Read | UK makes changes in its new student visa route US Immigration: Are you currently working as a Journalist in your home country and looking for a visa to get a journalism job in the US? When curious about being a journalist within the US you will want to think about acquiring a bachelor’s degree before making the move. it's typically for a journalist to possess a bachelor’s degree in areas such as: 1. Communications 2. English Literature 3. Creative Writing US Immigration: Are you currently working as a Journalist in your home country and looking for a visa to get a journalism job in the US? The best thing you can do to attain a journalism job within the US is to realise experience. Job applicants with work experience are going to be more fascinating to employers. Employers also will want to ascertain clips or writing samples which can be translated into English if the originals are in another language. Also Read | Government allows all foreign and Indian nationals to travel to India except tourists, details inside International students appearing in journalism schools within the US should have many opportunities to write down for campus newspapers, magazines, radio stations, or broadcast stations and an extended stack of clips ready once it comes time to use for jobs. US Immigration: Are you currently working as a Journalist in your home country and looking for a visa to get a journalism job in the US? Occupation Visa Options for Immigrating to the US:
  • Working Visas
The H-1B Visa is out there available to several works who are eligible to migrate to the US as a talented worker considering you've got the specified background.
  • Treaty Visas
There are various treaty visas that permit nationals of certain countries to immigrate to the US.
  • Canadians and Mexican can apply for the TN visa.
  • Australians can apply for the E-3 visa which acts almost like the H-1B Visa.
  • Singapore and Chile nationals can apply for the H-1B1 Visa.
  • Extraordinary Ability Visa
This allows those that demonstrate they need the extraordinary ability to enter the US. This is often a rare case for immigrating as a journalist, this is often for somebody with exceptional experience and work. HBO journalist John Oliver may be a great example of journalists coming to the US through an O-1 visa. There are requirements to prove that you simply have shown extraordinary ability in your profession during which you ought to consult an immigration lawyer. educare
  • Permanent Residency
If you're looking to permanently move to the US there are various options counting on your unique case.
  • Temporarily Coming to the US as a Journalist
This visa may be a non-immigrant visa issued by the US for foreign media representatives and journalists who got to visit the United States for the aim of working exclusively in their profession. All applicants must meet eligibility criteria, which need them to be residents of foreign countries, working for foreign information outlets headquartered in their respective countries. -PTC News- ]]>
Rajan NathWed, 11 Nov 2020 16:13:37 +053018705821870582
<![CDATA[Ways to skip IELTS to study abroad ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/ways-to-skip-ielts-to-study-abroad-en Studying abroad has become an uncomplicated process than ever before. The world has become a worldwide village, with technology to speak with people from any crook of the planet and move quickly to any part of the world in a short span of time. In such a setting, Indian students who wish to study abroad have a lot of opportunities to explore. Also Read | How to sponsor your family member for Canadian immigration? Here are 8 approved exams which are mandatory for studying abroad:
  •  IELTS – International English Language Testing System It is one among the foremost popular English Tests taken by study abroad aspirants. It is an English assessment test majorly given by those who want to take education abroad. IELTS is personalized , developed and arranged through the partnership of British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and therefore the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.
  •  TOEFL – The Test of English as a Foreign Language It checks how well non-residence speakers of English can review and understand English at university level. A TOEFL score is required for admissions to several colleges and universities within the us , Canada, UK , Australia and lots of other countries.
  • SAT – Scholastic Assessment Test SAT is globally recognized college admission test mainly which evaluates the written, verbal and mathematical mastery of person. Applicants to undergraduate courses, specifically in US and Canada, are needed to give the SAT exam. SAT scores also are accepted by quite number of universities in UK.
  • ACT – American College Testing It is a standardized test for school and university admissions for undergraduate degree within the US . ACT checks out college academic readiness of both native and international students. it's been developed to gauge the written, mathematical, verbal and scientific skills of a person. Based on which college you are getting to apply for admissions, you'll either write SAT or ACT. These both test are often taken by students who wish to review abroad after 12th, especially study abroad within the US. educare
  • PTE – Pearson Test of English There are various things that Differentiate this exam from its close competitors – IELTS and TOEFL. The primary and foremost distinguishing aspect is that the scoring pattern and therefore the results. Because the tests are totally computerized, the results are declared quickly, in 5 days. This makes it acceptable for college students who are during a little bit of a rush.
  • GRE – Graduate Record Examinations It is another most famous examination among Indian students meaning to study within the USA, Canada, and thousands of graduate and business schools round the world. It checks the verbal, mathematical and general analytical skills of the candidate. Students applying to graduate schools, especially in USA, so as to pursue a Master of Science (MS) or MBA are required to take this exam. Also Read | UK to honour 21 heroes of Saragarhi who killed 200 with 9-ft bronze statue
  • GMAT – Graduate Management Admission Test This test is the number one choice for MBA students looking to take education abroad. it's an admissions test for top B-schools and management schools across the world . It reviews the talents needed in business & management field like problem-solving, critical & logical reasoning, analytical writing etc. GMAT is compulsory for the admission process of quite 21,000 universities/colleges in 114 countries.
  • MCAT – Medical College Admission Test This test is required to be taken for taking admissions to undergraduate course in medicine in near about all medical schools in USA, Canada, and other 18 countries. Planned by the Association American Medical Colleges (AAMC), MCAT is a multiple-choice examination to evaluate problem-solving, critical thinking and writing skills. It also tests knowledge of science concepts and principles which are a requirement for the study of drugs. -PTC News
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Gitanjali MangalMon, 09 Nov 2020 16:25:34 +053018704511870451
<![CDATA[How to sponsor your family member for Canadian immigration? ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/how-to-sponsor-your-family-member-for-canadian-immigration-en Canada will still accelerate up to 6,000 spousal promotion applications per month until the high of 2020. Also Read | Tata group launches 90-minute test kits to detect COVID-19 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made this prime information in late-September, because it detailed how it aims to bring attached ones together as soon as possible amid the coronavirus pandemic. Primarily to the pandemic, Canada was aiming the arrival of some 70,000 new immigrants per annum below its spousal, partner, and youngster family class immigration category. Also Read | UK to honour 21 heroes of Saragarhi who killed 200 with 9-ft bronze statue However, Canada has recently made public its new 2021-2023 Immigration levels plan which will see newcomer levels rise crucially. As an outcome, Canada will now aim to welcome some 80,000 immigrants per annum under the spousal, partner, and youngsters category. Most of those immigrants will arrive under spousal sponsorship. educare Who all are eligible to sponsor their partner for Canadian immigration? Both Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their partners to get PR. The sponsor and the person they're sponsoring must prove Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that their relationship falls below one among these three classifications:
  • Common-law partner
  • Spouse
  • Conjugal partner
Canadians and permanent residents are entitled to support a beloved if they're a minimum of 18 years old, prove they are not receiving extra benefit for a reason aside from a disability, and may show that you are ready to financially provide for the vital needs of your partner. Parents & Grandparents Sponsorship 2020 - Canada PR, Make Your Family Complete! - Rao Consultants If you're a Canadian citizen living abroad, you in addition may got to prove that you propose to measure in Canada with the person you aim to sponsor. What is the qualification criteria of partners? The person you're sponsoring must meet the subsequent eligibility criteria: Spouse: they need to be legally married to you and a minimum of 18 years old. Common-law partner: they need to be a minimum of 18 years old and have lived with you for a minimum of 12 straight months. Married partner: they need to be a minimum of 18 years old, and should be in a relationship with you for a minimum of one year, living outside of Canada, and can't accept you in their country or marry you because of some significant legal or immigration causes. You are likely to convince IRCC that will not live together or marry in your partner’s country.  How to submit a sponsorship application? IRCC tells you to submit two applications in a row. One is for sponsorship and therefore the other may be a permanent residence application. Step 1: Earn an application package from IRCC. Step 2: Give your application fees to IRCC which is liable to incorporate processing fees, right of permanent residence fee, and biometrics fee. You are suppose to pay these fees on IRCC’s website. Step 3: Mail your entire application to IRCC. Notably, IRCC’s processing standard is 12 months. -PTC News- ]]>
Gitanjali MangalMon, 09 Nov 2020 15:54:58 +053018704451870445
<![CDATA[265 Indians get invited for 'quick' permanent residency in Australia ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/265-indians-get-invited-for-quick-permanent-residency-in-australia-en PR in Australia, Immigration News: Overall 265 extremely-skilled Indian nationals were invited to register for permanent residency in Australia under the Global Talent Independent Program (GTI) between 1 January and 9 September this year. Discern Talent visa has a foremost role in the Global Talent Independent Program, a high priority permanent residency (PR) pathway in Australia which aims at attracting the world’s brightest migrants at the top of their fields. Indians come into the sight as third highest recipients of 2,685 invitations issued for applicants for a Distinguished Talent visa under GTI program, just behind Iranian and Bangladeshi nationals who received 539 and 384 invites respectively. PR in Australia, Immigration News: Indian nationals invited for permanent residency in Australia. | Global Talent Independent Program (GTI). Prior senior Immigration Department official Abul Rizvi said it might not be lawless to assume that an outsized portion of victorious applicants under the program were onshore and presumably are foreign students at present pursuing post-graduate research degrees in Australia. Also Read |  Immigration News: Alberta launches 2 new immigration programs; check eligibility criteria “Around 70 percent of Iranian students are pursuing a post-graduate research degree at present .In comparison to , around 1.5% of Indian students do a post-graduate research degree. There could also be some universities/hospitals that are proposing these research post-grads as a way of holding them as they complete their courses,” he explained. WHAT IS GTI PROGRAM? The Global Talent Independent Program (GTI) program came in on November 2019 with an focus to draw in talented and highly skilled technologists working in one among the seven designated ‘future-focused’ sectors: ag-tech, med-tech, space, fin-tech, energy and mining technology, cybersecurity, and data science to measure and add Australia permanently. To be qualified, the applicants must show the dormant to obtain a salary at or higher than the income threshold of $153,600 annually and have their application brace up by a nominator of national reputation within the same field. PR in Australia, Immigration News: Indian nationals invited for permanent residency in Australia. | Global Talent Independent Program (GTI). Applicants who consider themselves that they meet the program parameters are requisite to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) using the worldwide Talent Form and also needed to secure a nominator. If the EOI is fortunate , the applicant receives a singular identifier and can be ready to lodge an application online under the Distinguished Talent visa (Subclass 124) for those outside Australia and Distinguished Talent visa (Subclass 858) for those inside the country at the time of lodgement. Speediest way to get PR in Australia GTI at present is the fastest road to permanent residency in Australia. While the processing times for the program aren't categorically in hand on the Department’s website, the newest data indicates that a majority of the choices being made to send an invitation or to not invite applicants were made within 14 days from the date of lodgement of EOI. Others took almost 14 days and three months. Also read | Can a Canadian citizen sponsor a non-family member? Melbourne-based migration agent Ranbir Singh mentioned that the fast processing times are a beautiful bait for potential migrants looking to measure in Australia permanently especially during a COVID environment, but they need to not forget that the choice criteria for this visa category is “very extreme .” “It is important to observer that although the potential applicants of this visa are ready to secure an invitation during a few weeks, the choice criteria are very rigid where the applicants got to prove international recognition of their accomplishments and prestige in their field of experience. PR in Australia, Immigration News: Indian nationals invited for permanent residency in Australia. | Global Talent Independent Program (GTI). “The Department’s aim is to draw in the simplest and therefore the beaming professionals across the world and hence has set some very sky- scraping standards within the eligibility criteria,” said Mr Singh. In what's being seen as a symbol of things to return during a post-pandemic Australia, the government has tripled the allocation for the GTI program from 5,000 within the program year 2019-20 to fifteen ,000 within the current year. The director of standards and accreditation services at the Australian Computer Society (ACS) Rupert Grayston who gave nominations for GTI applicants within the knowledge and communication technology (ICT) sector had previously told SBS Punjabi that this is often quite important increase for the fledgling program that is recently only in its second year. educare “This may be a solid increase for a program in its second year, specifically during a time of ongoing border constraints . Knowledge of the GTI program seems to be growing, and ACS is in high speed for seeing evidence of a big pool of candidates. “It nevertheless remains to be seen whether such growth are often realised,” said Mr Grayston. Click here for ">latest updates on Immigration News  -PTC News- ]]>Rajan NathWed, 04 Nov 2020 13:21:08 +053018701871870187