US immigration policy Archives

FIIDS Urges US to Halt Four-Year Student Visa Cap

Days after the United States announced a four-year limit on visa stays for international students and exchange visitors, an Indian diaspora advocacy organisation has urged the US Congress and the…

Admin July 20, 2026

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US Eases Travel Ban Rules for Foreign Doctors

Donald Trump administration has quietly reversed part of its controversial travel-ban policy, easing restrictions for foreign-trained doctors—without issuing a formal announcement or press release. According to updates on the US…

Admin May 4, 2026

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H-1B Visa Holders Face New Wave of Online-Driven Harassment in US

A concerning new trend is emerging in the United States, where some H-1B visa holders are reportedly facing harassment from social media influencers in pursuit of viral content. In a…

Admin April 23, 2026

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JD Vance Praises Indian In-Laws, Flags H-1B Visa Misuse

JD Vance, the Vice President of the United States, recently spoke about the contributions of immigrants while also raising concerns over the misuse of the H-1B visa programme. Vance, who…

Admin April 15, 2026

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Oracle Layoffs Amid H-1B Hiring Sparks Global Tech Debate

When Oracle employees checked their inboxes on March 31, many were met with an unexpected message confirming the end of their roles at the company. The email cited “careful consideration…

Admin April 3, 2026

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US Proposes Higher Wages for H-1B Workers

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed new rules to significantly raise wages for foreign workers under the H-1B and other visa programmes, aiming to bring their pay in line…

Admin March 27, 2026

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US Visa Approvals Drop Sharply in 2025

Legal immigration to the United States slowed sharply in 2025, with visa approvals dropping across multiple categories and nationals from countries such as India and China seeing some of the…

Admin March 23, 2026

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US Congressman Introduces Bill to End H-1B Visa Programme

A renewed legislative effort to abolish the H-1B visa programme has emerged in the US Congress, with Republican lawmaker Greg Steube introducing a bill that seeks to completely shut down…

Admin February 11, 2026

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Study Finds $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Likely Won’t Deter US Employers

A new study suggests that even a steep $100,000 fee on H-1B visas may not deter US companies from hiring foreign workers. Published by the National Bureau of Economic Research…

Admin February 10, 2026

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H1B Visa Backlog Pushes India Interview Slots to 2027

Securing an H1B work visa to the United States has become increasingly challenging for Indian professionals, as mounting backlogs at US consulates and tighter immigration scrutiny continue to delay visa…

admin January 26, 2026

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US to Require $5,000–$15,000 Visa Bond for Bangladeshi B1/B2 Applicants

The United States has introduced a new visa bond requirement for certain Bangladeshi nationals applying for B1/B2 business and tourist visas, aimed at curbing visa overstays. Under the rule, approved…

admin January 20, 2026

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Immigration Fears Rise in US as Trump Tightens H-1B Rules and Enforcement

Immigrant communities across the United States are experiencing heightened anxiety as stricter immigration enforcement and increased H-1B visa fees come into force under the Trump administration. According to the 2025…

admin January 1, 2026