Approved!!! A few minutes ago, I received my 'Card Production Ordered' email (I-485 approval) which concludes my GC journey. Surreal but true. Spouse case (derivative) is yet to be approved.
I would like to thank this forum (Mr.Rajiv Khanna/Moderators/Contributors/Colorful characters) from where I have gathered/enriched my knowledge of U.S.immigration laws/USCIS inner workings and benefited from the various postings. Also, a shout out to immigrationvoice.org, Mathew Oh (immigration-law.com) and murthy.com.
For the rest of I-485 waiters and old timers, hang in there. My wishes for your speedy approval!
BTW, two TSC IOs claimed that my name check is stuck with FBI. Also, I received a SR response from TSC on 08/13 that my case is under 'additonal review'. My approval should brighten up people in similar situation.
Thanks! And I see green now!!!