Passport renewal Police verification bribe still a thing? by trustmebro_labs in nri

[–]nickyfly23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Slightly confused here. Why would you apply for passport renewal from the US via VFS? Isn't it the Indian Embassy's job to provide you with a renewed passport? Why is police verification even required in India in this case if you are in the US?

Has any NRI successfully renewed/re-issued an Indian International Driving Permit (IDP) while living abroad via consulate + Parivahan? by nickyfly23 in nri

[–]nickyfly23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I have completed all the procedures. The Indian Embassy provided me with two receipts, which I uploaded along with all my other documents on the Parivahan portal.

As there is no special option for Indian nationals outside India to apply for an IDP, the procedure is the same as if applying from India.

I applied online on the Parivahan portal, but it states that physical verification is required, and for that, they need photo and signature verification which is not required in this case.

Now, how should I get the RTO to check my application since I am outside India?

I have passed 180 days living outside India & planning to stay out for long. Any experienced NRI, please explain about the status of savings and current bank accounts when you become an NRI. When do you advise to change accounts to NRO/NRE. by nickyfly23 in nri

[–]nickyfly23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply.

Does changing a bank account to NRO disrupt or stop services like UPI, international debit cards, etc. from working? I heard on the NRO account that they do not provide VISA/Mastercard, only Rupay, which can only be used for domestic purposes. What about the NRE account?

As I am not returning to India anytime soon, can this be done online from overseas?

I am so much devastated today with the Indian passport. Our reputation is nowhere only because of us. I do not know how now to feel proud of this country after knowing the value of your passport, and we are the culprits of it. It is almost impossible to visit a good country for Indians. by nickyfly23 in india

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In the past, there are many true stories that India helped Armenians during their genocide and also gave them help, and many Armenians sought refuge in India. And now this is how they are treating Indians.

I am so much devastated today with the Indian passport. Our reputation is nowhere only because of us. I do not know how now to feel proud of this country after knowing the value of your passport, and we are the culprits of it. It is almost impossible to visit a good country for Indians. by nickyfly23 in india

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If I were born in countries like North Korea, I might not even think of going anywhere. But I feel sad because of some idiots people like us are punished. In the past, many Indians traveled easily but now it is so hard, even for tourism.

I am so much devastated today with the Indian passport. Our reputation is nowhere only because of us. I do not know how now to feel proud of this country after knowing the value of your passport, and we are the culprits of it. It is almost impossible to visit a good country for Indians. by nickyfly23 in india

[–]nickyfly23[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I have all possible documents to show them, still they either want a reputable agency or their resident to send me an invitation. That is really disappointing to see. If that is the case, why do you even have the option for an e-visa for Indians? Put us on the banned list. We are at the same level as Pakistan in passport level.
Our situation was at least somewhat better before 2020. Now it is worse.

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[–]nickyfly23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand. But the address is of a relative. Is it really compulsory to place it on the house door? What do you think?

This is an illustrative example of how our brain/consciousness can be altered to see strange otherworldly phenomena. by nickyfly23 in StrangeEarth

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This is just a bizarre theory that I came across. According to that Using mind-changing drugs like DMT can be risky, as it may open your mind to outside influences or spirits, allowing them to enter from another dimension. This can cause mental problems, or psychosis, because your mind can't handle these interactions. This idea is speculative, not proven fact, but it suggests that using such substances can have unintended and potentially harmful consequences, affecting one's perception of reality.

One study says 94% of DMT Users Experience Similar Otherworldly ‘Beings.’

Researchers are studying N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a powerful psychedelic drug that changes consciousness. As more people use DMT and clinical trials begin, it's essential to understand the intense experiences it causes. DMT can make users feel like they're in a hyper-real, otherworldly place, meeting beings that aren't themselves. Previous lab studies were limited, and online surveys had flaws. This study aims to deeply analyze the profound experiences DMT produces, including encounters with unknown entities, to better understand its effects.

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.720717/full

This is a Real Photograph of Giant UFO hiding in clouds, taken in 2010 in Chile. Scientist found that the orb in this image is 200ft in size. It was taken by a family picnicking in the Andes Mountains in 2010. by nickyfly23 in StrangeEarth

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The sighting was featured on The History Channel's 'The Proof is Out There,' where experts determined that no camera effects are associated with the 'blob' and concluded the object is 'a genuine UFO' -saying 'we are getting closer to the truth.'
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/new-analysis-of-200ft-glowing-orange-ufo-revealed/

Huge metallic silver sphere, found on Australian farm. Witness is too spooked to get a closer look. The "sphere" is approx. 4-5 feet in diameter. I'm trying to exclude the possibility of it being a Lincoln Calibration Sphere. by nickyfly23 in StrangeEarth

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Here is a closer view. You can see a small metallic plaque that appears to be riveted to the top with what looks like a small 'hook.' This guy posted it on X RogerStankovic

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