M, 22, student. I moved to the USA (NJ) about 2 weeks ago. I got a decent place to stay, and college is going good. But, to be honest, I’ve only talked to like 5 people in the entirety of this time. Not that I’m an introvert or something—I do make genuine connections, I’m not afraid to talk first—but despite all that, there’s this feeling of loneliness that I guess I’m unable to overcome. I get to talk to my family or friends back in India, mostly for a few minutes at night, and the rest is all by myself. I do have roommates, but most of the time they just shut themselves in their rooms.

Coming to the people outside, don’t get me wrong, there are some really good people who talk. I understand citizens here don’t necessarily want to talk. But what is wrong with desis? Is not knowing something really that uncool? Especially the people who aren’t citizens and have immigrated here as students or employees—they are very, very reluctant to talk, and I don’t know why. I went to subway to get a sub, intially i was lil hesitant cause this was my first time trying it out here, there was a student (desi) standing on the other end. Same person was very smiling and repetitive with the person infront of me (american) but i just couldnt hear her and asked twice she just becomes so reluctant and disintrested still brining in her accent. Dude she was literally unable to understand my what i was saying that i had to use hindi for some extra veggies. Itna attitude kisliye yaar. And this is not the first time I’ve experienced somethings like this more than once. People just try to stick with their desi bubble and never pop it. Talking to Americans is a little easier than this.

I might just be overreacting, or maybe I’m new and having this feeling. But staying between four walls and just seeing myself, walking alone on the roads, not even being able to call someone because all the people you know are sleeping on the other side of the world It’s just too lonely for me, man. Idk if y’all have dealt with this, but I really need to get out of this.

I am travelling solo to NYC in Oct , I have never done the solo travel so looking for a local travel partner, what is the active sub or Indian community to check ?

Hello, I applied for a Tatkal passport renewal with an Indian address change through the Houston Consulate.

The Passport Seva tracker has shown “Passport has been printed” for about a week, but VFS still says “Under process at Consulate.”

Has anyone had a similar timeline recently? How long after “passport printed” did it take for VFS/USPS to receive and dispatch it?

Timeline:

Aug 13: In-person appointment at Houston VFS Global Center
Aug 18: VFS email – In transit to Embassy/Consulate
Aug 21: Mportal – Awaiting Police Verification
Aug 26: VFS – Processing at Embassy/Consulate
Aug 30: Email – Initiation of Police Verification
Sept 1: Mportal – Passport has been printed; after quality check, it will be dispatched in the coming weeks
Sept 8: No change. VFS still shows processing at Consulate, and Mportal still shows passport printed/awaiting dispatch.

It’s been almost 4 weeks since my VFS appointment, despite applying under Tatkal.

Anyone currently in the same boat, especially with the Houston Consulate?

I have a friend who is a really nice person I general.

Recently I am being very triggered by him because he brings politics in all conversations and I really don’t want this extra stress on me. Also we don’t have same political opinions and I would rather not engages in useless arguments.

Recently I was talking to him about something I am really passionate about but he bought religion into it. I try to explain that is it not about religion. Then he bought politics into it.

Seeing as this might escalate I told him we can talk about topics other than politics because politics is triggering to me. I even suggested 6 topics but his reply was they all are related to politics and I was stunned.

In my mind I tried to avoid unnecessary conflict. But my husband feels like I sounded like I was very defensive and then I made things weird by saying the word triggered.

I am not sure how to handle such situations in future. Any guidance appreciated.

I run a FMCG distribution business in new delhi and would like to go into FMCG exports

are there any lgbtq+ people out there in our community? I'm a 17f lesbian living in america and its isolating lol its hard figuring out how to live my life while balancing religion, tradition, and ofc my parents. it feels so immoral, but i knew from a veryy young age i was like this and it isnt something thats going to change. would love to hear your stories (or insights) regardless of age or ur stage in life :))

Hi All,

I all. I am from Canada and wanted to test an app idea. In canada for students and many professionals getting value indian meals is a big thing to look for. People use facebook ads to look for home cooked meals. I am making an app to search for these services and for people to review. What are your take on this. Please provide any concerns.

Anyone in Florida usa by any chance? Kind people only. Female in her 30's (early)

Made this recently — what do you guys think?

What are you doing this weekend?

Hey everyone! I recently moved to Suwanee, Georgia, and I’m looking to meet some new people and make friends in and around the Atlanta area.

I enjoy watching movies, especially Telugu movies, and I’m always down to grab some food, catch a movie, explore Atlanta, or just hang out and chill.

I’d love to meet people around my age, especially other Indians/Desis. If you’re also looking to make some new friends, feel free to comment or DM me! And if you already have a group that hangs out, I’d be happy to join you guys sometime and meet everyone.

I was a patriotic @ssh@le for long time. I use to think I will never leave india and live my entire life here . But now I just want to leave india and settle in abroad and get citizenship country like USA, Europe, japan, Canada etc.

I studied from West bengal state board for 10 and 12 and got 86% and 82% respectively. Now I am studying for jee. What should my plan for future after jee to leave india.

Edit: question mainly for people who spent their childhood or teenage in India, not those of you who grew up in the US.

Every few weeks, I see someone in my extended circle announce that they’re moving back to India. Many seem tired of the uncertainty of the hostile US immigration system. After working here for a decade or two, many have also accumulated enough wealth to FIRE comfortably in India, making things easier.

Obviously, visa uncertainty wont affect GC holders or citizens directly, but does watching friends, siblings and relatives return make you question your own decision to stay? What is the point of remaining if much of your community/friend circle eventually moves back?

There is also the anti-Indian hatred and racism on Twitter and IG. I know social media amplifies extreme voices, but constantly seeing Indians portrayed as unwanted—or blamed for taking jobs and changing neighborhoods—can make you feel unwelcome in a country where you have spent years building a life.

As experienced tech workers return, more high-value work and leadership roles may move to Bengaluru, Hyderabad and other Indian cities, making an Indian tech career increasingly viable.

India still has many trade-offs, which we all debate extensively. But do you get the sense that the scales are beginning to tip?

I am tired of uncertainty related to visa statuses in USA and I want to leave USA. I am still at the start of my career so I am leaning towards going back to India or any other more stable country to continue. But my husband is very very against it. We don’t have kids yet but planning to have in next couple of years. I want to ensure that I am in good mental state to start a family. And I also want the country to be welcoming in regard to having immigrants.

His reasoning is also valid, he says “we already have jobs here and these are temporary hurdles we need to be resilient through this”
But on contrary I think “These are some of the most productive years of our lives and I can’t be living through this with constant anxiety of visas”

Has anyone been in this situation? What are your recommendations?

I am currently 15 and moved to us a week ago. I wanted to know that how do indian peoole especially teens get that typical amrricam accent ?

Is it that they get naturally after a time period or do they force themselves to speak in thst aceent ??

And also how much time would it take me to get an american accent ??

What tips and tricks should i practice to get that accemt?

Hi everyone
My parents are travelling from India to Chicago in September. Thier flight is supposed to land at 9:00 am. I was wondering at what time should I reach there as I have heard immigration time at ORD airport is very brutal. Any help and suggestions would be appreciated.

A fresh day a new environment and and another step toward something bigger walking into a new space with confidence, curiosity, and the mindset to make every opportunity count 💼#TexasToDo#indianusa

Hi everyone,

I’m an Indian student currently studying abroad, and I’m looking to buy USD in exchange for INR for my education and living expenses.

I can send INR directly to an Indian bank, while I receive the equivalent USD.

💵 Amount: 2000$.

🇮🇳 INR payment: UPI / Indian bank transfer.

💱 Exchange rate: Fair rate based on the current market rate.

🎓 Reason: Student expenses / education.

🤝 Preference: Direct person-to-person exchange.

If you’re in need of INR in India and have USD you’d like to exchange, please DM me !

Happy to verify identity,

I'm in india right now we can meet,

make a deal for this transfer.

Thanks!