Traveling to the United States on or after November 3, 2026? You must fulfil a new health requirement and declare your travel history before entering the US. To keep the US borders safe from the rising Ebola cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an entry requirement for all international arrivals. The USA’s new health and travel history declaration rule applies to inbound travelers regardless of nationality, visa type, itinerary, and travel origin.

When airline passengers to USA must submit an Ebola declaration?

Amid the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, the new CDC rule for inbound travelers will take effect at 11:59 pm ET on November 3, which corresponds to 10.39 am IST on November 4. If you are traveling to or through the United States, you must submit the declaration before boarding a US-bound flight at the departure airport in the country of travel origin.

Who need to submit the declaration prior to traveling to USA?

The US travel requirement is compulsory for anyone flying to or through the United States. Americans returning from an international trip, and foreign nationals visiting USA for any purpose are required to submit the declaration that they have not been to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) within 21 days before boarding flights to USA.

How to declare your health and travel history to the US CDC?

The CDC places the onus of collecting US-bound travelers’ Ebola health and travel declaration on airlines. Precisely, airlines are responsible for checking passengers’ declarations with attestation, effective 11:59 pm ET on November 3.

The declaration method may vary depending on airlines. Some airlines may integrate a digital declaration form into their web check-in process, requiring passengers to check a box if they have not visited or travelled through the DRC within 21 days prior to flying to the US. Some airlines may ask passengers to fill out a paper form and attest their declaration with a signature.

The CDC directed all airlines to keep a copy of passenger declarations for 42 days after their international flights land at US airports. Airlines must provide this data to the US government on request, along with passenger names, PNRs, itineraries, travel dates, and contact details.

FAQs

My parents are traveling to USA on November 5. Can I submit the declaration on behalf of them?

Yes, you can. Not only for parents, but also a traveler under 18 years of age, you can submit a signed declaration in paper or online. Your parents must provide the airline with a physical or digital copy of the declaration signed and submitted by you on their behalf.

What if I fail to complete the CDC Ebola declaration before arriving in USA?

The CDC clearly states that failure to complete the health and travel history declaration could result in denial of travel to the US. Airlines, at their discretion, can deny boarding to US-bound passengers for not fulfilling the new entry requirement amid the Ebola outbreak.

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Traveling to the United States or returning from a trip? A sudden change in the immigration process for arrivals may catch you off guard. The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has officially ended the long-time tradition of stamping passports, following an announcement on October 1, 2026. Outlined in a bulletin, the decision is part of a broader change aimed at improving travelers’ experience on arrival in the US.

USA ends passport stamps for inbound travelers; Why 

CBP, a federal law enforcement agency, described passport stamping as an obsolete practice in view of facial biometric and automation technology. It unnecessarily consumes time and incurs costs. The decision to eliminate passport stamping from the arrival process aims to reduce operating costs and save time for CBP officers during busy travel times of the year. This is one of the thoughtful initiatives by CBP to modernize operations and optimize resources.

Do passport stamps disappear entirely from US airports?

No. Admission stamps on the arriving travelers’ passports cease only during primary screening – the first CBP checkpoint that you go through on arrival. The CBP confirmed that you may still get admission stamp during secondary screening if you go through further checks. Even some unprecedented situations at the initial stage of CBP inspection may get your passport stamped.

Passport stamps are still crucial for US immigrants and visa holders

Though passport stamping is a routine procedure, it physically records the arrival of Green Card and visa holders after a period of travel and/or stay abroad. Precisely, it is physical proof of their legal entry into USA. At the same time, the CBP’s electronic I-94 system automatically records their entry and exit.

With the phased elimination of passport stamping, the electronic I-94 Form becomes the main proof of entry into the US, exit from the US, and authorized duration of stay in the US for B1/B2 tourists, non-immigrant visa holders, Green Card holders and other US immigrants. Not visa validity, but Form I-94 decides your length of stay in the US, and shows how long you have been outside the US during an international trip.

What if CBP’s I-94 system does not log your US entry timely or accurately due to electronic failure or some other reason? In such unprecedented events, passport stamps are required as physical evidence of your admission into the US. For instance, a Green Card holder returns to the US after 158 days of stay abroad. If the I-94 system does not log your entry on time, your absence from the US will accrue beyond 158 days – which is likely to put your LPR status at risk according to Green Card Travel Rules, said Sourav Agarwal, Senior Editor at IndianEagle.com.

Can you request a passport stamp when entering the US?

While making the official announcement to end passport stamping, the CBP said that personal requests for a stamp would be honored. If you want to keep a physical record of your entry to USA, a CBP officer will stamp your passport on request.

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US Passports will sport a redesigned look and come with new packaging by 2028. Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, unveiled the first impression of a redesigned passport called “Flight of the Eagle”, along with plans to digitalize first US Passport applications starting in 2027. He announced several upgrades to the existing US Passport during a media briefing at the launch of the new AI-powered American.gov website.

First US Passport Applications Go Online 

“Starting next year (2027), Americans will be able to apply for their first passport entirely online and track the status online,” said Marco Rubio. Presently, online application is limited to US passport renewals, and that too within the American borders. US citizens living or traveling abroad need to visit the US Embassy or Consulate for passport renewal. Recently, the State Department proposed to expand the ease of online passport renewal to Americans outside the country.

According to some sources, the first-time US Passport applications will go digital as soon as this December 2026. Rubio described the current application process as a “maze” of physical paperwork, printing, appointments, and waiting in line. Once online, the application process will become utterly simple, with real-time status and a tentative delivery date. All you will need to do:

• Sign in to Login.gov
• Access your information
• Click a photo instantly with your mobile phone
• Or, upload an existing one from the phone
• Check preview of the photo’s appearance
• Submit the passport fee online
• Check the application status in real time
• Note the estimated delivery date

“With the digital system shortening the passport application and delivery timeline, US citizens can plan travel on a short notice and book last-minute flight tickets with the peace of mind,” said Dheeraj Duvvuru, CEO of IndianEagle.com, the most trusted source of unbeatable flight deals and international tour packages.

Redesigned US Passport 2028: Key Changes

The new Flight of the Eagle passport will feature better visual aesthetics from cover to interior pages. By 2028, the US Passport redesign will change the cover, the inner artwork, the overall look, and the number of pages.

The Cover: The same dark blue cover with a bolder version of the Great Seal and American Eagle emblem will prominently define your American identity. The Great Seal will exude more gold sheen and have the words – United States of America – above it rather than below it.

Flipbook Pages: The right-side pages will feature illustrations of a bald eagle in a series. Flipping through the booklet will give you an animated impression of a flying eagle.

Inner Artwork: The interior pages will get a new artwork displaying monumental events in the US history, like the American Revolution at Lexington, the Wright brothers, the westward migration, and the Artemis program.

Number of pages: Starting in 2028, new US passports will be issued with 38 pages. The redesigned passport with 38 pages will give more space to frequent travelers than the standard 26-page passport book. At the same time, it will provide 12 fewer pages than the 50-page book.

When will you get the redesigned US Passport?

The new Flight of the Eagle passport with the above changes will roll out in 2028. Not only the passport booklet is being redesigned but also packaging will get an upgrade. Discarding the present envelope-based packaging for physical delivery, the State Department is planning new packaging as part of the US Passport 2028 redesign, given the importance of this document.

Will the existing US passports be replaced or become invalid in 2028?

If your passport has validity beyond 2028, it will remain valid for use until the printed date of expiration. First-time applicants and those applying for renewal will get the redesigned US Passport starting in 2028.

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Among the major Asian carriers, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines have actively been serving US-India routes. Other Asian carriers are now emerging in this high-traffic travel corridor. While EVA Air is gearing up for the scheduled launch of its New Delhi flight, Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced its plans to connect Mumbai and New Delhi to Manila and beyond starting in December 2026. Manila, the Philippine capital and PAL hub, has good nonstop flight connectivity to the US.

Philippine Airlines flights to Delhi and Mumbai

Philippine Airlines (PAL) is making a comeback to India after around 13 years. It will resume the long-suspended Delhi to Manila flights and launch Mumbai to Manila service this December 2026. December 14 and 15 are the tentative dates for these upcoming services, subject to regulatory approvals, as some sources revealed. PAL flights to and from Mumbai will be four in a week, and DEL to Manila will get weekly three service. Philippine Airlines’ India to Manila service frequency will remain a total 7 flights a week through the winter schedule.

Mumbai to Manila Flight Schedule

• PR647 Mumbai to Manila: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
• PR646 Manila to Mumbai: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

New Delhi to Manila Flight Schedule

• PR643 Delhi to Manila: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
• PR642 Manila to Delhi: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Travel between USA and India via Manila

Like alternative airlines operating some major routes between the US and India, Philippine Airlines will connect these countries via its hub, Manila International Airport. Currently, PAL operates 38 weekly nonstop flights from Manila to its US gateways: New York JFK, Seattle Tacoma, Los Angeles LAX, San Francisco SFO, and Honolulu HNL. Once you reach Manila, you can connect onward to the US on Philippine Airlines. Like the Middle East and European airlines, PAL flight itineraries, USA to India, will come with single bookings and thorough baggage transfer.

PAL flights to USA: City-wise frequency

• Los Angeles: 18 weekly service
• San Francisco: 7 weekly service
• Seattle: 5 weekly service
• Honolulu: 5 weekly service
• New York: 3 weekly service (increasing to 4 a week on 2 December)
• Chicago ORD: new 3 weekly service (from November 9, 2026)

PAL City Layover Program for Transit Passengers in Manila  

Philippine Airlines’ PAL City Layover in Manila is a complimentary program for international transit passengers connecting through MNL Airport. The airline offers complimentary shuttle transfers to Newport World Resorts in Metro Manila for international passengers with a layover of 8 hours or more. PAL passengers can unwind, relax, dine, and enjoy entertainment at their own expense before their connecting flight to the destination. Eligible passengers can register for the program at a designated PAL transit desk at MNL Airport, NAIA.

Manila Airport as a Transit Hub for International Passengers

Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) can be a convenient transit hub for Indian travelers flying to the USA with Philippine Airlines, especially when both flights operate from Terminal 1, where PAL’s international flights are based. Transit passengers can use the 24-hour Terminal 1 Transit Lounge, while eligible Business Class and other qualifying passengers can access the Mabuhay Lounge with food, drinks and Wi-Fi. Overall, Manila offers a practical alternative to traditional Middle Eastern transit hubs for travelers taking a Delhi/Mumbai → Manila → USA itinerary.

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You may end up checking in your carry-on bags for international flights departing from US airports. The new TSA CT scanners, which are rolling out across the US for nearly $800 million, may send overstuffed and/or oversized carry-on bags back to airline check-in counters. Since not all carry-on items go through 3D CT scanners, passengers should either leave them behind or check in them with the airline.

TSA Security Screening: CT Scanners vs Old X-ray Machines

Nearly 300 airports in the US have installed 1200 CT scanners and replaced the old X-ray machines from TSA security lanes, as of mid-2026. Daniel Velez, a TSA spokesperson in Florida, confirmed that not all carry-on bags fit through the new advanced scanners (Computed tomography), because the tunnel opening is smaller than opening of the previous machines.

The rollout of TSA’s new CT scanners is a significant upgrade to US airport security and aviation safety. Unlike traditional luggage X-ray machines, CT scanners provide fool-proof screening of items within carry-on bags. Airport security checkpoints with the new TSA scanner don’t require you to unbag 3:1:1 liquids, laptops and other electronic devices. This sort of convenience was long overdue for passengers who arrive late for a flight or get stuck in a long line.

The only disadvantage of 3D luggage scanners at the US airports is their smaller opening, 24.5 inches (width) by 16.5 inches (height). It nearly blocks the tunnel opening for bulky carry-on items, oversized cabin bags, and bags with bulging outer compartments, requiring them to be checked. Computed Tomography scanners can accommodate and screen cabin luggage with standard dimensions (22 x 15 x 9 inches) for international flights.

International Airlines’ Carry-on Luggage Dimensions 

Knowing airlines’ cabin baggage sizes for international passengers helps avoid last-minute hassles, given airports and airlines’ growing reliance on automated bag sizer and digital scanners for carry-ons. These days, wheels and handles strictly count towards bag sizes. Gate agents are flagging cabin luggage whose wheels, pockets, and/or handles exceed the acceptable size limits.

• Air Canada: 21.5 x 15.7 x 9 inches
• Air France: 46.5 inches (L+W+H)
• Air India: 21 x 15 x 7 inches
• Air New Zealand: 22 x 14 x 9 inches
• British Airways: 22 × 18 × 10 inches
• KLM: 21.5 x 13.5 x 10 inches
• Lufthansa: 21.7 x 15.7 x 9
• Korean Air: 21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9
• Philippines Airlines: 22 x 14 x 9 inches
• Virgin Atlantic: 22 x 14 x 9 inches
• Thai Airways: 22 x 18 x 10
• Singapore Airlines: 45.3 inches (L+W+H)
• Emirates: 21.65 x 14.96 x 8.66 inches

What if Your Carry-on Bag does not Fit a TSA CT Scanner    

According to the TSA guidelines, standby officers may offer to inspect your bag manually, or redirect you to the lane where an older X-ray machine is still operating. In the worst case, you have no choice other than checking it in at an additional cost, as per the airline’s paid checked baggage fees depending on your travel class, fare type, and route. The third or the last option has become a common incidence at the CT-equipped TSA checkpoints, according to several reports.

Also, heading back to the airline counter and going through the baggage check-in process may eat into your boarding time.

What You can Do to Avoid Checking in Carry-on Bag

“The Transportation Administration Authority (TSA) is calling for strict compliance when it comes to packing carry-on bags. You should pack cabin bags in such a way that it does not inflate the external pockets and force expansion by opening the second zipline. Here’s only fix get your cabin luggage through TSA CT scanners and avoid checking in with the airline, said Sourav Agarwal, Senior Editor at IndianEagle.com, a leading air-ticketing partner of international airlines.

• Check your airline’s cabin bag size guidelines.
• Make sure your carry-on does not exceed the dimensions.
• Avoid overpacking cabin bags and overstuffing external pockets.
• Avid packing bulky items into carry-ons.

Major US Airports with TSA’s 3D CT scanners

• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport, ATL
• Boston Logan Airport, BOS
• Chicago O’Hare Airport, ORD
• Dallas Fort Worth Airport, DFW
• Los Angeles Airport, LAX
• New York JFK Airport
• Newark Liberty Airport, EWR
• Washington Dulles Airport, IAD
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, PHX
• Indianapolis Airport, IND
• Detroit Metropolitan Airport, DTW
• Miami International Airport, MIA
• Seattle Tacoma Airport, SEA
• Raleigh-Durham Airport, RDU
• Charlotte Douglas Airport, CLT
• San Francisco Airport, SFO
• Philadelphia Airport, PHL

How TSA’s New CT Scanners Work 

3D CT scanners are designed with a comparatively small tunnel mouth to deliver optimal performance, said Daniel Velez, a TSA spokesperson. They leverage advanced imaging technology to detect the shape and fathom the density of items packed in carry-ons, enabling TSA officers to see through the items. Unlike the older X-ray machines, this newer technology generates hundreds of images from different angles to project rotating 3D models of cabin bags’ content on the security officer’s screen. Some of the benefits of using CT scanners in TSA security lanes:

• Threat detection with greater accuracy
• Faster security screening process
• No removal of fluids and electronic items
• Reduced physical inspection of carry-ons
• Reduced hassles and frustration to travelers

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In the current immigration landscape of USA, 6 children of Indian immigrants have bagged the prestigious 2026 Davidson Fellows Scholarship. These young researchers and innovators received $25,000 to $100,000 scholarships (collectively $325,000) for highly effective solutions to real-world problems, like passenger flight safety, citrus greening, nuclear reactor heat flux, malaria prevention, and drug discovery. Despite immigration upheavals, Indian-origin kids continue to shine in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, America’s Top Young Scientist Challenge, and Regeneron Science Talent Search.                

6 Indian American Students Bag 2026 Davidson Fellows Scholarship 

• Aditya Sengupta, Washington, received $100,000 for ForeCAT, an AI-based system that predicts clear-air turbulence.

• Tanishka Aglave, Florida, received $50,000 for her research on an eco-friendly approach to fighting citrus greening disease.

• Hitaishi Chillara, Texas, received $50,000 for his research on supermassive black hole growth using simulations and machine learning.

• Praadhyumn Indaana, New Jersey, received $50,000 for developing a physics-guided neural network to improve critical heat flux predictions.

• Rajarshi Mandal, Massachusetts, received $50,000 for developing a mathematical model to improve malaria prevention.

• Pavan Subramani, West Virginia, received $25,000 for combining generative AI and molecular simulations to accelerate drug discovery. 

Aditya Sengupta and his AI solution for aviation safety 

Among the 2026 Davidson Fellows, Aditya Sengupta bagged the top honor – Davidson Fellow Laureate Scholarship $100,000. An 18-year-old robotics enthusiast from Bellevue, Washington, Aditya developed an advanced system to help flights evade possible mid-air turbulences. Part of his winning project ‘ForeCAT’, the system uses atmospheric physics, weather data, and machine learning to predict clear air turbulence (CAT) with greater accuracy. Several turbulence events in 2025 jeopardizing international flights and passengers propelled him to invent the solution. Aditya is a Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar too.

Tanishka Aglave and her citrus disease solution

The only Indian-origin girl among the Davidson Fellows in 2026, Tanishka Aglave received the $50,000 Davidson scholarship for her research on citrus greening disease. She took on this as daughter of an Indian-origin citrus grower in Florida. Her project combines curry leaf extract, localized steam therapy, and a computer vision app to treat the disease and track its severity. Her research brings together plant science, agriculture, and artificial intelligence.

Tanishka completed more than 300 hours of research, earning top honors at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. She aspires to major in biological sciences and develop cost-effective solutions for farming communities. Outside research, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her dog, celebrating Indian festivals with her family, and air pistol shooting.

Hitaishi Chillara and his research on supermassive black holes

Hitaishi Chillara from Leander, Texas earned a $50,000 Davidson Fellows Scholarship for his intriguing project on supermassive black hole growth. His research explores the relationship between galaxies and the giant black holes at their centers. An active member of robotics clubs, the 17-year-old got curious about AI and machine learning after wondering how a toy robot dog could maintain its balance while walking. He aspires to study astrophysics and electrical engineering. He also tutors others in mathematics and physics. If he could invite anyone to dinner, the guest list would include mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, along with Richard Feynman and Enrico Fermi.

Praadhyumn Indaana and his AI model for nuclear safety 

Praadhyumn Indaana from Montvale, New Jersey, leverages physics and computing to address a critical nuclear reactor safety problem. He received a $50,000 Davidson Fellows Scholarship for developing a physics-guided neural network that predicts critical heat flux – a hazardous threshold of heat transfer in nuclear reactors. He derived data from more than 10,000 experiments and infused it into his AI model for 8 months. His invention has cut the average prediction error from about 63% to 5.5%. This Standford Online High School student was once invited to the US Physics Team camp.

Rajarshi Mandal and his mathematical solution for malaria

At 16, Rajarshi Mandal from Lexington, Massachusetts, is the youngest of the six Indian American 2026 Davidson Fellows. His $50,000 award-winning project focuses on a global health problem: malaria prevention. Rajarshi developed a mathematical model to determine how insecticide-treated mosquito nets can be distributed more effectively.

Mathematics, computer science, biology and public health are among his main interests. Rajarshi is also active outside research. He plays piano and has performed twice at Carnegie Hall. He enjoys volleyball, skiing and mountain biking and also holds a black belt in karate.

Pavan Subramani and his AI approach to drug discovery

Can AI make drug discovery faster? Pavan Subramani, 17, from Morgantown, West Virginia, is exploring exactly that question. His research combines generative diffusion models with molecular dynamics simulations to make computer-based studies of drug and protein interactions faster without compromising accuracy. The work earned him the $25,000 Davidson Fellows Scholarship.

Pavan is interested in computational chemistry and biophysics and plans to pursue research that can advance human health through drug discovery. His work also earned a third-place Grand Award in Chemistry at the International Science and Engineering Fair, and he was a mentee in the MIT Research Science Institute. Outside research, he founded The Substance Safety Project, a nonprofit focused on substance abuse advocacy, and enjoys playing and performing the viola.

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Flying in India is getting costlier, and passengers may now have to dig deeper into their pockets for some of the services that come with a flight. IndiGo, country’s largest airline, has revised its add-on fees in 2026, raising charges for excess baggage, infant travel, unaccompanied minors, and Fast Forward (priority boarding service). With a fleet of over 430 planes, the airline operates nearly 2,200 daily flights. Check below for the Indigo 2026 increased fees for several ancillary services.

IndiGo new charges 2026:

• Infant travel fee: The domestic infant fee has increased from ₹2,000 to ₹3,000, a 50% rise. The charge applies to infants below 2 years, who travel on an accompanying adult’s lap without a separate seat.

• Unaccompanied minor service: The fee for children travelling without an accompanying adult has gone up from ₹5,000 to ₹5,999 on domestic flights. For international travel, the service now costs ₹12,999.

• Excess baggage: Passengers carrying baggage beyond the permitted allowance will now pay ₹800 per extra kg at the airport, compared with ₹700 earlier.

• Fast Forward: IndiGo’s priority check-in and boarding service now costs ₹650 per passenger per sector on domestic flights, up from ₹500. The charge for international flights is ₹850 per sector.

• Travel certificate: The airline has also raised the cost of a travel certificate to ₹300, up from ₹200.

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India’s digital ecosystem is evolving and expanding for 36 million overseas Indians. After such remarkable developments as Digital OCI Card and e-Arrival Card for Indian-origin foreign citizens, the Government of India is working to make Aadhaar international for the diaspora. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) aims to connect the growing diaspora population to India’s digital ecosystem.

Aadhaar to go global for NRIs and OCIs

At the Global Fintech Fest 2026, UIDAI CEO Saurabh Vijay revealed that the authority is working on the legal framework for international Aadhaar. It is also developing policies to make Aadhaar available to OCI cardholders without the compulsory 182-day stay requirement in India, aiming to help them stay better connected to India’s digital and financial ecosystem for greater investments in the country.

Current Aadhaar rules for NRIs and OCI cardholders

Before wondering what changes global Aadhaar could make, it is important to understand the Aadhaar rules that apply today. An NRI with a valid Indian passport can apply for Aadhaar, and the 182-day residency condition does not apply to them. However, the enrolment process still requires an in-person visit to an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in India.

For OCI cardholders, the rules are different. An OCI cardholder can currently enroll for Aadhaar as a resident foreign national after residing in India for at least 182 days in the 12 months immediately before applying. The applicant needs the required OCI and foreign passport documents along with applicable address proof.

Current limitations of Aadhaar for overseas Indians

Having an Aadhaar number does not currently mean that NRIs and OCI Cardholders can use Aadhaar Card from abroad in the same way a resident Indian can do in India. Aadhaar is primarily designed around India’s domestic digital identity and authentication ecosystem, so its use becomes more limited when you access Indian services while you are living or traveling outside the country.

• To apply for Aadhaar, overseas Indians currently need to travel to India and visit an Aadhaar Kendra for physical enrolment and biometric submission.
• UIDAI currently does not support international or non-Indian mobile numbers for Aadhaar. Overseas applicants must have an Indian phone number.
• OCI cardholders currently need to provide an Indian address proof when enrolling for Aadhaar.
• You cannot expect Aadhaar-based authentication to work abroad the same way it does within India for all participating services.
• Aadhaar does not currently work as a universal digital KYC mechanism for overseas Indians’ access to Indian banking or other financial services. Individual banks and institutions continue to follow their own verification requirements.
• Aadhaar does not currently provide a single cross-border identity layer for accessing Indian tax, investment, and other services from overseas. The applicable PAN, KYC, tax and regulatory requirements continue to apply separately.

Potential benefits of global Aadhaar for overseas Indians

If Aadhaar becomes internationally interoperable, it could make Aadhaar-based identity verification much easier for both NRIs and OCI cardholders in the US, Canada, the UK, or Australia.

• Hassle-free identity verification: NRIs and OCIs could potentially verify their identity digitally when dealing with Indian institutions, reducing the need to repeatedly provide multiple documents.
• Easier banking and KYC from overseas: A globally accessible Aadhaar system could make remote KYC and identity verification more convenient for NRIs managing Indian bank accounts and other financial services from abroad.
• Easier investment in India for OCIs: OCI cardholders living overseas could potentially have a simpler digital identity process when investing in Indian financial products or dealing with participating investment institutions.
• Seamless property-related transactions: Once Aadhaar goes global, it could potentially simplify identity verification for NRIs and OCIs handling property purchases, sales or other property-related transactions in India from abroad.
• Less dependence on physical presence in India: Aadhaar-based digital authentication could reduce the need to travel to India solely for certain identity verification or documentation-related processes, wherever remote services are permitted.
• Better access to India’s digital services: Overall, global Aadhaar could make India’s growing digital ecosystem more accessible to Indian expats even when they are abroad.

Can we submit biometrics for Aadhaar enrolment at an Indian Embassy or Consulate in the future?

Maybe, you can. It is too early to confirm this. Whether the upcoming global Aadhaar system would enable you to give your biometrics at the nearest Indian Embassy or Consulate without requiring you to visit India, depends on the polity that UIDAI is currently working on. Keep an eye on further updates.

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US Passport renewal would be a lot easier and convenient during your travel or stay abroad, as the US State Department has proposed a rule change for American citizens outside the country. Currently, the in-person renewal process is a cumbersome experience for US citizens abroad. The proposal aims to make it easier, faster and cheaper to get a new US passport while you are in India, Canada, Europe, or any other part of the world.

US Passport renewals to go online abroad: Key benefits 

On August 28, the Federal Register posted the State Department’s proposal – “Passports: Expanding Online Passport Renewal Overseas”. The convenience of online passport renewal would soon extend to Americans living or traveling abroad. The online process would eliminate in-person visits to a US Embassy or Consulate and make it less expensive for American expats. Currently, the ease of getting a new passport online is limited to Americans who are physically present in the US while applying for renewal.

“The proposed rule change to US passport renewals abroad is good for OCI Cardholders when they stay in India for a long time. Many elderly OCI Cardholders from the US retire and stay in India for an indefinite period of time. The online process would enable them to renew their US Passport from India easily,” said Sourav Agarwal, Senior Editor of Travel Beats, the Indian Eagle blog for international travel news, US immigration, air travel guides, and NRI stories.

Current passport renewal process outside USA 

Unless the passport renewal process goes online for American expats in foreign countries, the US Embassies and Consulates continue to bar them from making online renewal applications. US Missions repeatedly warn, “Online passport renewal is not for US citizens overseas, and your current US passport would automatically become invalid for travel if the domestic online system is used for renewal abroad.”

Current process to renew US passports in India

Currently, US Passport holders in India can mail in their renewal application or drop it off at the US Embassy in New Delhi, or a Consulate in Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, or Chennai. While in India, they don’t have the privilege of using the domestic Online Passport Renewal (OPR) system which is exclusively for Americans located in the US states and territories.

You can go for the mail-in renewal process via Form DS-82, if you were 16-years-old or older when your US passport was issued within the last 15 years.

• Visit the official state department website and fill out Form DS-82 online
• Print out the completed form. Sign and date it properly.
• Visit the US Government’s Pay.gov portal and pay the adult passport book fee online
• Check your email inbox for payment confirmation and print it
• Put all required documents into the application envelope
• Courier the envelope to the US Embassy in New Delhi or a Consulate

An in-person visit (with prior appointment) to the US Embassy or Consulates in India is mandatory for American citizens to get their first adult passport during renewal outside the US. If the previous passport is damaged, lost, or stolen, the renewal process starts with an in-person appointment in India. The current US passport renewal process abroad takes 4 to 6 weeks.

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From universities to conglomerates to government agencies, the American C-suite continues to tap into the talent and brilliance of Indian origin for growth and expansion. Despite the ongoing rant against Indian immigrants to make American great again (MAGA), Adobe Inc. bets on another Indian American to succeed Shantanu Narayen who stepped from Adobe’s CEO role after 18 years. Adobe’s new CEO and President is Anil Chakravarthy. He will take over the reign from Shantanu Narayen on 1 December 2026, while the latter will take up the role of executive chair.

All about new Adobe CEO Anil Chakravarthy 

Anil Chakravarthy is a global professional with 6 years of leadership experience at Adobe in San Jose, California. In January 2020, he joined Adobe as executive vice president and general manager for Adobe’s Digital Experience business. In 2021, he helmed the additional responsibility of catering to enterprise-level customers across a spectrum of Adobe products in both productivity and creativity portfolios – which earned him promotion to Adobe’s President of digital experience and worldwide field operations.

Anil Chakravarthy’s salary at Adobe 

At Adobe, Anil Chakravarthy received a compensation about $17.79 million (including cash and equity) in 2025 as President of Digital Experience and worldwide field operations. His total compensation was about $17 million in 2024 and $15.08 million in 2023. No information is yet available on his salary as Adobe’s next CEO and President. Whether Anil Chakravarthy’s pay hike would match the compensation of Adobe’s outgoing CEO Shantanu Narayen, it is subject to speculations. $51.17 million was Shantanu Narayen’s total compensation in 2025, according to several reports.

Anil Chakravarthy’s journey from BHU to MIT 

He ticks all the boxes to be a tech CEO in America’s Silicon Valley, like Snowflake Inc. CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy and CEO and Vanguard Group CEO Salim Ramji. Anil Chakravarthy’s journey from Bengaluru to Adobe’s headquarters is a great milestone in itself, given his academic profile, skill portfolio, and decades of experience. He grew up in Bengaluru and studied Computer Science & Engineering at IIT-BHU (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi. Thereafter, he moved to the US for an ‘American Dream’ career. MIT was his next destination for MS and PhD.

Why Adobe chose Anil Chakravarthy over David Wadhwani?

Other than Shantanu Narayen, David Wadhwani has been key to the success of Adobe’s Creativity and Productivity business as its President in two separate tenures. He was a strong contender for Adobe’s CEO position. As he announced his exit from Adobe, Anil Chakravarthy stepped into the C-suite. The leadership change happened in Adobe’s C-suite amid the mounting pressure of AI technology on the photoshop and illustrator maker’s revenues and shares. As CEO and President, Anil is expected to steer Adobe through AI-driven competition from its rivals and the emerging competitors with disruptive business models.

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