US Brings Back Neighbourhood Checks for Citizenship Applicants
USCIS resumes in-person neighbourhood investigations for citizenship seekers, verifying moral character & assimilation. New stricter naturalization test also implemented. Details inside.
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Trump Uneasy After Clooney's 'November' Warning
George Clooney's cryptic warning 'We’ll start in November' haunts Donald Trump, igniting impeachment fears among House GOP. Details on the feud sparked by French citizenship.
UAE's New Corporate Citizenship Law: Key Details
The UAE's updated Commercial Companies Law grants 'citizenship' status to all firms, boosting global trade and identity. Discover how this impacts businesses and international investment.
BJP Leaders Campaign in Ranaghat to Assure Matuas on CAA
BJP leaders Dilip Ghosh and Samik Bhattacharya campaigned in Ranaghat to address Matua community's fears over CAA implementation, urging them to fill forms. They target 80 key assembly segments.
EC: Power to verify citizenship flows from Constitution
The Election Commission told the Supreme Court its authority to assess citizenship for electoral rolls is constitutional, not a parallel NRC. Hearing resumes Jan 8.
EC Defends Power to Assess Citizenship for Voter Lists
The Election Commission told the Supreme Court it has a constitutional mandate to verify citizenship before voter registration to ensure no foreigner votes. Arguments continue Thursday.
EC Defends Power to Remove Foreigners from Voter Lists
The Election Commission asserts its constitutional duty to ensure no foreigners are on electoral rolls. Senior advocate argues before SC that citizenship is foundational for voting rights. Read the full arguments.
Court Sets Feb 7 Hearing in Sonia Gandhi Voter List Case
A Delhi court has adjourned to February 7 the hearing on a revision petition challenging Sonia Gandhi's inclusion in electoral rolls. The Congress leader's counsel sought time to file a reply. Read the latest developments.
Oman introduces new fees for citizenship applications
Oman has standardised fees for citizenship services. Applying now costs OMR 600, while renouncing nationality is OMR 200. The new rules took effect on January 4, 2026. Read for details.
Doctors, Army Veteran Among 4 Brothers Served SIR Notice
Four brothers from Kolkata, including two state health doctors and an ex-Army doctor, face citizenship hearing. They allege harassment, forced to miss work. Read their story.
Owaisi Criticises UP Govt on Citizenship, Bulldozer Actions
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticises UP government's alleged mobile phone identity checks and bulldozer actions in Sambhal. He raises concerns over democracy, foreign policy, and national security. Read the full report.
30K Goans Gave Up Indian Passports, Parents' Voting Rights in Doubt
Nearly 30,000 Goans acquired foreign nationality, leading to Election Commission scrutiny of their parents' voting rights. Special intensive revision of electoral rolls underway ahead of assembly polls.
Elderly Kolkata Voter's Struggle in SIR Hearing Over Husband's Name
A 75-year-old woman in Kolkata battles health issues & bureaucracy to attend a SIR hearing after a mismatch in her deceased husband's name on voter documents. Her fight to retain her voting rights.
BJP Says Congress Leaders Ran Away on Bangladeshi Hindus Issue
BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla slams Congress for allegedly avoiding questions on granting citizenship to persecuted Bangladeshi Hindus under CAA. He challenges Rahul Gandhi to clarify his stance.
BJP MLA's SIR hearing sparks political row in Bongaon
BJP MLA Swapan Majumdar attends SIR hearing amid voter list anxiety in Matua areas. TMC attacks, offers support. Nearly 1 lakh Matua refugees face scrutiny.
Elon Musk: 'One passport now & forever: America'
Tesla CEO Elon Musk affirms he holds only a US passport and plans to live and die in America. He also counters recent allegations about his early career visa status in the 1990s.
Elderly Man Dies After SIR Hearing Notice in Hooghly
An 85-year-old Rishra resident, Dhananjay Chaturvedi, passed away days after receiving a notice for an SIR hearing. His family alleges he died from anxiety over the process. Details inside.
Clooney's Sharp Retort to Trump's Citizenship Jibe
George Clooney responds to Donald Trump's comments on his family obtaining French citizenship. The actor's witty comeback references the November elections. Read the full exchange here.
Ghaziabad woman reveals truth behind viral citizenship machine video
A Ghaziabad woman admits a viral video showing a 'citizenship verification machine' was staged. Police confirm it was a prank. Get the full story and official reaction here.
UP Cop Uses 'Device' to Check Citizenship, Video Viral
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
Complete Guide to Apply for Canadian Citizenship
Dreaming of a Canadian passport? Our detailed guide covers eligibility, the application process, fees, and the citizenship test for Indian applicants. Start your journey today!
Ghaziabad Police's 'Citizenship Machine' Claim Triggers Row
Ghaziabad police claim of a machine to detect nationality during slum verification sparks debate. Officials clarify procedure, but social media questions the assertion. Details inside.
Kolkata Voters, BLOs Skip New Year Plans for SIR Hearings
Hundreds in Kolkata spent New Year's Day at SIR hearings to secure voting rights for 2026. BLOs also cancelled celebrations to verify citizenship documents. Read their stories.
Assam Seeks to Expel Declared Foreigners in One Week
Ahead of Assembly elections, Assam government accelerates the process to expel individuals declared as foreigners within a week of identification. The move focuses on detention centre inmates. Read the full story.
Footpaths and Citizenship: The Politics of Walking in India
Exploring why safe, continuous footpaths are a measure of urban democracy and citizenship in India. A call to walk more for a more empathetic society.
Trump Reviews Denaturalization in Somali Fraud Case
Trump administration reviews revoking citizenship for Somalis in Minnesota fraud scandal, drawing criticism of collective punishment. Ilhan Omar faces renewed attacks. Read the latest.
Kolkata Citizens Queue on New Year's Eve for SIR Hearing
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Trump reacts to George Clooney becoming French citizen
Donald Trump slammed George Clooney's French citizenship, calling France's crime 'horrendous'. The French government defends the move as Clooney faces criticism for his French skills. Read more.
US May Strip Citizenship of Somali-Americans in Fraud Case
The Trump administration is exploring denaturalisation for Somali-Americans convicted in a massive Minnesota daycare fraud. Learn about the case, legal grounds, and political fallout.
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