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Thoughts on tech and life as an NRI in Germany

Moving Abroad? Here Is What I Wish I Knew About NRO and NRE Accounts

What I learned converting my Indian savings account to NRO and opening an NRE account after moving abroad — documents needed, the remote process, and practical tips for NRIs moving to Germany, UK, Canada, or any other country.

Posted by SarbatDaBhalla on Friday, May 29, 2026

Setting Up Python on Windows 11 — Mistakes I Made So You Don't Have To

The 4 Python setup mistakes I made on Windows 11 — Microsoft Store hijacking the python command, PATH not set, PowerShell blocking venv activation — with the exact one-minute fix for each.

Posted by SarbatDaBhalla on Saturday, May 16, 2026

Salary After Tax in Germany: My Personal Guide to Calculate Your Net Income

How to calculate your net salary in Germany step by step — Steuerklasse, social contributions, health insurance deductions, and what to actually expect in your bank account using brutto-netto-rechner.

Posted by SarbatDaBhalla on Saturday, May 2, 2026

How to Transfer Money from Germany to India

My personal experience using Wise, XE, and InstaReM to transfer money from Germany to India — how each works, the two-step bank transfer timing, and my strategy for getting the best EUR to INR exchange rate.

Posted by SarbatDaBhalla on Saturday, January 24, 2026

How to Avoid Passport Jurisdiction Trap at PSK Chandigarh

What happened when I applied for passport renewal at PSK Chandigarh — the jurisdiction rule, bank passbook stamp issue, and what to do when your application is put on hold. Essential reading before moving abroad to Germany, UK, Canada, or anywhere else.

Posted by SarbatDaBhalla on Sunday, January 4, 2026