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Wage Based H-1B Selection Process Delayed
The wage based H-1B selection process which was originally set to become effective on 3/9/21 has been delayed until December 31, 2021. According to the Department of Homeland Security: “delaying the rule to December 31, 2021, will provide USCIS sufficient time to develop, thoroughly test, …
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USCIS Extends Flexibilities to Certain Applicants Filing Form I-765 for OPT
USCIS today announced flexibilities for certain foreign students affected by delayed receipt notices for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. These flexibilities apply only to applications received on or after Oct. 1, 2020, through May 1, 2021, inclusive. USCIS has experienced delays at certain lockboxes in issuing …
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Real Wedding: Puja and Raj, Florida
For Puja Solanki and Raj Gone, the airport is a magical place. Their story begins with a chance encounter at Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD), where the two were flying through on the way back to Florida from India. Raj noticed Puja was wearing …
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Real Wedding: Pooja and Robert, North Carolina
Little did Pooja Makam, dentist, and Robert Weston, lawyer, know that a college friendship would blossom into much more. Though both are from Raleigh, North Carolina, the two did not meet until they were introduced by a mutual friend while students at the University of …
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Real Wedding: Shivani and Kunal, Florida
Shivani and Kunal discovered their compatibility from the beginning. The two met each other virtually through dating app, Dil Mil, and theirs was a long-distance relationship where the couple would connect further by vacationing together. Kunal’s love for dogs and the outdoors attracted …
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Community News February 2021
Srimad Bhagavad Geeta When: 02/01/2021, 7:30 PM Contact: Chandra Brahmasandra, 407-376-9564 Email: office@chinmayaorlando.org Host: Chinmaya Mission Orlando A Bollywood Musical When: 02/13/2021, 8:00 PM Contact: 832-231-3086 Host: Society for Indo-American Arts Sarva Vedanta Siddhanta When: 02/01/2021, 6:15 AM Contact: Chandra Brahmasandra, 407-376-9564 Email: office@chinmayaorlando.org Host: …
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Buy or Rent? That’s A Great Question
Owning a home is an important life goal for many Americans. Yet buying a home is not always the best financial decision for everyone. In some life situations, renting is a more prudent choice. If you or your loved ones are contemplating the buy-or-rent decision, …
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Editorial March 2021
Dear Readers, Spring is my most favorite season of the year. Not because it is the season for rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth nor is it because it is the favorite season of 36% of Americans (per Gallup poll results). It is not even …
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Real Wedding: Aklima and Mark, Florida
Aklima and Mark’s wedding shone with vibrant green and gave off true organic vibes as a memorable beginning to the rest of their life together. The Covid pandemic forced the couple to reschedule their original wedding four times. The couple finally decided to …
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Bollywood Wedding: Natasha Dalal and Varun Dhawan
Natasha Dalal and Varun Dhawan are two childhood sweethearts that tied the knot in the hopes of growing old together while still staying young at heart. The couple grew up together as classmates and their deep bond made them the best of friends. Theirs was …
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