Author: Mani Karthik
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How NRIs Can Pivot to Consulting or Freelancing in India 🚀
I still remember my first month back in India. Sitting in my new home office in Kochi. Staring at my laptop. Wondering if I’d…
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How to Update Your Resume for the Indian Job Market (NRI Edition)
Hello folks! Mani here. The guy who once sent his sleek one-page Silicon Valley resume to 38 Indian companies and got exactly zero responses.…
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7 First Steps Every NRI Should Take When Job Hunting in India 🔍
Hello folks! Mani here. The guy who thought his Silicon Valley resume would have Indian recruiters fighting over him. Spoiler alert: They were not…
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How to Cancel US Green Card When Moving Back to India: Complete Guide
“I’ve had my green card for 6 years. We’ve decided to move back to India. Do I just… give it back?” A member posted…
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Filing Income Tax Returns in India as an NRI: Step-by-Step Guide
When I filed my first tax return as an NRI, I was completely overwhelmed by the process. After helping dozens of NRIs navigate this…
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Social Security Tax for NRIs: What Happens After Moving to India
Hey there! Mani here. When I moved back to India, figuring out my Social Security obligations was one of my biggest tax headaches. Do…
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Smart Home Setup in India: An NRIs Guide
When I moved back from Silicon Valley, my biggest concern wasn’t about the job or the food – it was about recreating my beloved…
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Making Friends in India as an NRI: Tips for Building a Social Circle
Mani here. When I moved back to India, I thought making friends would be the easiest part of my transition. After all, Indians are…
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Essential Guide to Indian Festivals for Returning NRIs
Mani here. My first Diwali after returning to India was an eye-opener. Despite growing up celebrating Indian festivals in the US, experiencing them in…
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Fitness & Gyms in India: A Comprehensive Guide for NRIs
Hey there! Mani here. When I moved back to India, finding a gym that matched my US fitness experience was high on my priority…