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How to Deal with Taxes When Returning Back to India
So, you’ve decided to make the big leap and come back to India, the land of divine chaos, culinary nirvana, and… taxes? Oh yes, my friend, let’s not forget about the one thing that’s as inevitable as your auntie’s matchmaking attempts: Taxes. “Taxing” is the operative word, but hold on to your chai, because we’re…
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How to Deal with Family and Friends After Returning to India
Ah, India! A land where families resemble close-knit communities, and friends, well, they are the extended version of the same family. But let’s face it – re-entering this social matrix after living abroad for a while can feel like walking into a masala Bollywood flick without a script. Fear not, dear returnee! Here’s your guide…
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Best Websites for Online Shopping in India
Imagine this: You’re fresh off the plane, having just landed back in India after years, and the realization hits you that shopping in India isn’t just about sauntering into glitzy malls. No sir! Online shopping is the spice masala of the retail world here. Forget the Thanksgiving rush at Walmart. In India, it’s all about…
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Financial Planning after Returning to India – A Guide
Look, let’s be real. Moving back to India feels a bit like diving headfirst into a swirling vortex of emotions, errant cows on the road, and the undeniable aroma of piping hot samosas. But there’s one thing that probably keeps you up at night more than the questionable road etiquette – and that’s your financial…
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Problems Faced by Returning NRIs & How to Overcome Them
Ahoy, dear Indian NRI, contemplating a return to the land of Bollywood beats and spicy street food! “Back to Desh” isn’t just a journey across oceans; it’s a soulful voyage across a universe of emotions, cultural shocks, and of course, traffic jams. As you tighten your seatbelt for this ride, let’s talk about the speed…
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How many NRIs return to India?
You’ve been abroad, tasted the ‘freedom’ of a foreign land, perhaps endured a few snide remarks about your accent, and you’re now wondering: “Do people actually move back to India? Am I the odd one out for contemplating it?” We’ve all been there, pondering if India is still home or if the world is just…
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Is Indian Education System Better than USA
The age-old debate, akin to choosing between masala chai and Americano, has always loomed in intellectual circles: “Is the Indian education system superior to that of the USA?” Just as the fight between chai lovers and coffee aficionados has no clear winner, the same goes for this debate. Both systems have their champions and critics,…
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Does India Allow Dual Citizenship? Here’s What NRIs Need to Know
If you’ve been living abroad for a few years and recently became a citizen of the US, UK, Canada, or any other country, you’ve probably wondered: “Can I still be an Indian citizen too?” I remember the anxiety when I was going through my own naturalization process. The fear of “losing India” was real. Would…
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Is India a Third World Country? Here’s the Truth!
Ever find yourself in a conversation, mostly outside India, where the mention of our beloved nation elicits remarks like, “Oh, it’s a third-world country, right?” And if you’re anything like me, you might be sipping your chai, suppressing the urge to drop some hot history lessons on them. Let’s spill some tea (not the chai,…
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Are Indians Asian? Decoding the Geography & Stereotypes
When I saw this question trend on Google, the first question that came to my mind was “Wait, wasn’t it obvious?”. Turns out a few thousand people Google this every day. So, let’s crack it. Are Indians Asian? Ah, America! Land of the free, home of the brave, and a place where I, an NRI,…