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$100,000 H-1B Fee Could Hit TCS, Infosys, Cognizant Hard: Bloomberg

US President Donald Trump’s renewed crackdown on immigration is expected to deal a significant blow to Indian IT majors such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and Cognizant, according to…

admin December 17, 2025

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US Ends Automatic EAD Extensions, Indian Immigrants Face Job Risk

Weeks after raising the annual H-1B visa fee to $100,000, the United States government has announced the end of automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) — a move that…

admin October 30, 2025

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US Firms Hit Pause as $100K H-1B Fee Reshapes Hiring

A sweeping new rule under the Trump administration has sent shockwaves through the global job market, with U.S. employers now required to pay a $100,000 supplemental fee for every new…

admin October 28, 2025

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Indian Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Fiery California Crash That Killed Three

San Bernardino County, California: A 21-year-old Indian man, identified as Jashanpreet Singh, has been arrested on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated after a devastating semi-truck crash that killed…

admin October 23, 2025

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USCIS Exempts F-1 to H-1B Changes from Trump’s $100K Fee

In a significant clarification, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has confirmed that the $100,000 H-1B fee introduced under President Donald Trump’s September 19 proclamation will not apply to…

admin October 21, 2025

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Indian-Origin Green Card Holder Detained by ICE Amid Health Crisis

Paramjit Singh, a 48-year-old Indian-origin Green Card holder, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for more than two months after being stopped at Chicago’s O’Hare International…

admin October 15, 2025

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Microsoft Urges H-1B, H-4 Visa Holders to Return Before $100K Fee Rule

Microsoft has urged employees holding H-1B and H-4 visas who are currently outside the United States to return promptly ahead of a new US government regulation. The rule, set to…

admin September 20, 2025

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Trump Administration Set to Overhaul H-1B Visa Rules

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to revamp the H-1B visa program, introducing stricter eligibility criteria, enhanced scrutiny of employers, and a focus on higher-paid workers—changes that could significantly affect…

Admin September 7, 2025

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US Plans Fixed Stay Limits for F Visa Students

In a major policy shift, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed new regulations limiting the stay period for international students and exchange visitors on F visas. The…

admin August 28, 2025

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EB-5 Visa: Golden Path to U.S. Residency Amid Challenges

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has long been an attractive route for foreign nationals seeking U.S. permanent residency. By investing in the U.S. economy, qualified applicants can secure a Green…

admin August 26, 2025

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Trump Administration Targets OPT Program for International Students

The Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, a vital pathway for international students to gain U.S. work experience, is facing unprecedented threats as the Trump administration pushes for its elimination. In…

admin August 25, 2025

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Decline in UK Visas for Indian Students and Workers

For decades, the US and UK have been top destinations for ambitious middle-class Indian youth seeking education and career opportunities abroad. However, recent policy shifts in both countries are reshaping…

admin August 17, 2025