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The cost to open a convenience store in the US can vary widely by location, size and product mix. A no-fuel store may require roughly $100,000 to $450,000 in startup capital, with rent, buildout, refrigeration, inventory, permits, insurance and working capital among the biggest expenses. Opening a convenience store in the United States can require a substantial investment. There is no government-set national startup price

Want to open a convenience store in the US as an Indian? This guide explains business formation, EIN registration, choosing a location, retail and food permits, insurance, inventory, employees and the immigration rules Indian entrepreneurs must consider. Indian citizens can generally own convenience stores in the United States, but opening one involves more than registering a company. Location, licenses, taxes, food regula

Want to start an LLC in the US from India? Indian citizens can generally own U.S. LLCs without being U.S. residents. This guide explains state selection, registered agents, formation documents, EIN applications, tax reporting and key immigration considerations. An Indian citizen can generally form and own a limited liability company in the United States without being a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder. The IRS says most s

Can you own a US business without a Green Card or citizenship? Generally, yes. Indian nationals can own many U.S. businesses, but ownership does not provide work authorization. This guide explains LLC and corporation options, S corporation limits, taxes, EIN rules and immigration concerns. An Indian citizen generally does not need U.S. citizenship or a Green Card simply to own a U.S. business. U.S. tax rules recognize fore

Can an Indian citizen start a business in the US? Yes, but business ownership and permission to work are separate issues. This guide explains LLC registration, EIN requirements, taxes, immigration limits and why Indian nationals should check visa rules before operating a U.S. business. An Indian citizen can start or own a business in the United States, including while living in India. But ownership and permission t

Raising money for someone else on GoFundMe is common during medical emergencies and family crises. Organizers should clearly identify the beneficiary, explain where donations will go, preserve transfer records and understand when crowdfunding can create US tax questions. Can you create a GoFundMe for someone else? Yes. GoFundMe allows an organizer to raise money on behalf of another person and

Family members in India can send money for a relative's medical treatment in the US under RBI rules. Medical remittances have specific LRS provisions, documentation requirements and 2026 TCS rules, while very large transfers may also create US reporting obligations. Can family in India pay US medical expenses? Yes. A resident individual in India can remit money abroad for medic

Medical crowdfunding money is not automatically taxable in the US. Genuine donations made from generosity, with nothing expected in return, may be treated as gifts. But tax treatment can change based on who contributes, why funds are raised and whether goods or services are provided. Is medical fundraiser money considered taxable income? Money raised through a medical crowdfunding campaign is

Are GoFundMe donations tax-deductible in the United States? Personal fundraiser donations generally do not qualify, while donations to eligible nonprofit campaigns may. New 2026 federal rules also provide a limited deduction for certain cash gifts to qualified charities. Are personal GoFundMe donations tax-deductible? In most cases, donations to personal GoFundMe campaigns are not tax-d

GoFundMe donations tax rules can be confusing for NRIs supporting friends or relatives in the United States. Personal fundraiser contributions are generally not charitable deductions, while genuine gifts may have different income and gift-tax treatment. Are GoFundMe donations tax-deductible? Giving money through GoFundMe does not automatically create a U.S. tax deduction.

The Sandeep Billam fundraiser is seeking community support for a 27-year-old software engineer from Medak, Telangana, who is critically ill and unconscious in intensive care at Washington Hospital in Fremont after suffering brain bleeding, a seizure and stroke. Sandeep Billam critically ill in Fremont ICU A community appeal is seeking support for 27-year-old Sandeep Billam, a s

The northwest Indiana power outage continues more than 10 days after the August 11 derecho, with Gary and Lake County communities reporting prolonged disruptions. NIPSCO crews are repairing damaged lines as transformer failures and blocked access slow restoration. Gary and Lake County face prolonged outages Thousands of residents across northwest Indiana remained without electricity more than 1

An alfalfa sprouts outbreak linked to E. coli and salmonella has sickened residents in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Health officials are warning consumers not to eat Calco or Everything Sprouts alfalfa sprouts while state and federal agencies investigate the contamination. Health officials warn against alfalfa sprouts Health officials in Minnesota and Wisconsin are warning consumers not to eat alfalfa sprouts sold under the Calco and Everyth

Hayden Panettiere death is under investigation after the Heroes and Nashville star was found unresponsive in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 16, 2026. Police reported no signs of foul play, while officials have not released a final cause or manner of death. Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for starring in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” died at age 36 on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Her rep

Shristi Selvan won the USTA Girls’ 16s national title in San Diego, defeating Aarini Bhattacharya in three sets after a comeback in the final. The victory gave Selvan her third national singles Gold Ball of 2026 and a main-draw wild card into the US Open Junior Championships. Shristi Selvan rallies for USTA Girls’ 16s title SAN DIEGO — Fifteen-year-old Indian-American tennis player Shrist

The U.S. visa interview for minors in India generally requires children to appear in person, including newborns and teenagers. The U.S. Embassy in India reiterated the rule as State Department interview-waiver standards remain narrower than in earlier years. The U.S. Embassy in India has reminded parents that minor applicants generally must appear in person for a U.S. visa interview, including newborns and teenagers approaching age 18. Sending only a parent or guar

SEBI digital KYC for NRIs could let eligible NRIs, OCIs and foreign nationals complete securities-market onboarding from abroad. The proposal adds video, location and anti-spoofing checks, makes PROI KYC records portable and seeks comments by September 4, 2026. SEBI digital KYC proposal expands overseas access The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed allowing eligible Non-

Indian student applications to US colleges are showing signs of pressure ahead of Fall 2026. Common App submissions from India fell 14%, while visa appointment delays and new F-1 rules add uncertainty for the largest international student group in America. Applications from India are showing signs of slowing as U.S. colleges prepare for Fall 2026. Common App submissions from international applicants declined 9% for the 202

Fall 2026 US student visa delays are creating uneven appointment availability for Indian applicants. Current State Department data show waits varying by consulate, while students are urged to apply early, monitor new slots and contact their university if arrival may be delayed. International students preparing for Fall 2026 are facing uneven access to U.S. visa appointments. NAFSA said on August 11, 2026, that limited or d

The F-1 fixed admission rule scheduled for September 15, 2026, would replace open-ended duration-of-status admissions with fixed periods. Indian students may face new requirements involving I-94 dates, program extensions, OPT, transfers and graduate study. F-1 students would receive a fixed admission date A major U.S. immigration rule scheduled to take effect on September 15, 2026, would end th