U.S. Department of Homeland Security Plans Major Visa Policy Shift

By BPN News Desk August 28, 2025

International

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed ending the decades-old “duration of status” system for F, J, and I visa holders, including students, exchange visitors, and foreign journalists. The change would introduce fixed admission periods, replacing the flexible stay framework

International

U.S. Faces 150,000 Fewer Foreign Students This Fall

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

The United States is expected to see a 30–40% drop in new international student enrollments for the upcoming September 2025 intake. The projected decline could result in nearly 150,000 fewer foreign students, raising concerns across universities and communities dependent on student spending. Economic Impact Could Exceed $7 Billion A drop of this scale is expected […]

International

Student-Led National Citizen Party Rallies in Dhaka

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

Approximately 1,000 supporters gathered at Dhaka’s Shaheed Minar to rally behind the National Citizen Party (NCP), a new political movement formed by students who led last year’s uprising that removed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power. Pledge to Build a “New Bangladesh” NCP chairman Nahid Islam unveiled a 24-point agenda, calling for a complete […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Issues 15 Guidelines to Protect Student Mental Health

By BPN News Desk July 26, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has laid down 15 detailed guidelines to improve the mental health support system in schools, colleges, universities, and coaching centres across the country. The move comes amid growing concerns over student suicides, particularly in high-pressure academic environments. Common Policy for All Institutions The court has directed all educational

Education

US Student Visa Freeze Hits Indian Enrollment

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Thousands of Indian students hoping to begin their studies in the United States this fall are facing severe disruptions due to an unprecedented visa appointment freeze and rising rejection rates. Education consultants across cities like Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai have reported a projected 70–80% drop in student departures compared to last year. With the fall […]

Middle East

Iran Opens Airspace Only for India to Evacuate Stranded Students

By BPN News Desk June 20, 2025

Iran opens airspace exclusively for India to evacuate 1,000 stranded students amid conflict; first batch under Operation Sindhu reaches Delhi tonight.