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US cracks down on 'birth tourism' networks, revokes hundreds of visasThe US has dismantled overseas "birth tourism" networks, revoking hundreds of visas for foreign nationals who traveled to give birth and se...- H-1B workers get relief as US court scraps $100,000 fee; employers may accelerate filingsA US federal judge struck down the $100,000 fee for fresh H-1B petitions, deeming it an unlawful tax. This ruling could encourage more appl...
- 'If America won't get Indian brains...': Former Meta executive and founder warns US on H1B visa, says jobs would go to Bangalore anywayA federal court struck down a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Former Meta engineer Zach Wilson praised this, highlighting the talent pool in India....
- H-1B filings rise at OpenAI, Anthropic and Nvidia as companies expand overseas recruitmentAI firms OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia are boosting H-1B visa applications. This comes as they compete for specialized talent. Other major ...
- Trump administration to revoke citizenship of 17 people, including an Indian-origin businessmanThe US Department of Justice is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 naturalized Americans, including an Indian-origin businessman accus...
- UK to reimburse visa costs for firms bringing in overseas workersBritain is now reimbursing visa fees for fast-growing tech and innovation companies hiring international talent. This initiative, targeting...
- Indian diaspora groups welcome court ruling striking down $100,000 H-1B visa feeIndian diaspora groups in the US have lauded a federal court's decision to strike down the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it a fair move f...
- US to offer B1/B2 visa interview appointments within 10 days for additional $750 feeThe US State Department will launch a pilot programme from July 1 allowing certain consulates to offer B1/B2 visa applicants interview appo...
- UK warns universities of international student recruitment ban over visa abuseThe UK government is implementing stricter rules for universities recruiting international students, threatening institutions with high vis...
- Business pushback led to soft stance on green card policy: ReportAmerican business leaders successfully influenced US government policy on green cards. Following a new rule requiring foreign workers to re...
- US bill targets H-1B pipeline, seeks to end route to permanent residencyA Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation to overhaul the H-1B visa program, aiming to end its use as a pathway to permanent residen...
- Lufthansa Group welcomes visa-free airport transit for Indian nationals via GermanyIndian travellers will now enjoy visa-free transit through German airports when heading to other countries, a move effective June 3, 2026. ...
- US visa laws do not target India; H-1B rules part of global framework, clarifies State Dept officialA senior US State Department official stated that US visa laws are applied uniformly across all countries, including India, dispelling conc...
- US optimistic about progress in trade talks with India; deal a priority: State DeptThe US is optimistic about trade negotiations with India, with a bilateral trade deal remaining a priority for the Trump administration. St...
- Walmart investors reject AI workplace report as automation expands in the USWalmart investors on Thursday voted against a shareholder proposal asking it to report on how its use of AI is affecting the well-being of ...
- South Korea expands talent visa to scientists, professorsSouth Korea is rolling out a revamped Top-Tier Visa, now welcoming professors and researchers in science and technology. This move aims to ...
- The traditional path to a US passport looks less certain than it did a decade agoThe US immigration pathway for skilled professionals, once a clear ladder, is now fraught with uncertainty. Lottery-based H-1B visas and ma...
- Planning to study in Ireland? Here's how to apply for a long-term student visaStudents planning to study in Ireland for over 90 days need a long-term visa. Applications open three months before travel and must be made...
- ‘Reels abroad, real consequences?’ IPS officer warns viral videos could tighten visa rules for IndiansAn IPS officer has voiced concerns that viral videos of Indians exhibiting inappropriate public behavior abroad could negatively impact the...
- Thailand travel may get costlier for foreign tourists. Here's whyThailand is reviewing its planned foreign tourist entry fee, potentially increasing it beyond 300 baht due to rising insurance and healthca...
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