Tag Archives: NRI (non-resident Indian)

India and the Third World

Throughout its history, India has suffered far more than any country should. As it continues to remain a Third World country, India still endures an ongoing population problem. Also, India does not have nearly enough food to feed all the people that live there. India went through an independence movement that was successful, but it […]

The Significance of Nose Rings in Indian Culture

Nose rings may seem new and trendy in the west, but they have existed for centuries in many parts of the world and have stood the test of time in many countries, particularly India. History of Nose Rings in India Nose rings, although closely associated with Indian culture, actually originated in the Middle East. Nose […]

Do You Have to Pay Income Tax in India?

The Indian Income Tax Act runs into 298 sections with a lot of notifications, amendments, rules and circulars thrown in. For a layman, all this can be quite daunting and it’s quite pointless ignoring it or wishing it to go away. This series is intended to simplify the everyday experiences with income tax and encourage […]

Money Transfer to India

You can send money online to India without any problems and securely with these institutions. Many NRIs (non-resident Indians) want to transfer money to India. Recipients do not need a bank account or an internet connection to receive any money. These are the best money transfer companies: HDFC Bank -HDFC Bank offers live, economical and […]