International

Indians Still Top UK Long-Term Visa List

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2026

Indians continued to receive the highest number of long-term UK visas among non-EU nationals, even as overall migration to Britain recorded a sharp decline due to stricter visa rules. Indians Lead UK Long-Term Visas Indian nationals remained the largest group among non-EU arrivals receiving long-term UK visas for work, study and related routes. The trend […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu NEET Candidates Upset Over Cancellation

By BPN News Desk May 12, 2026

NEET-UG candidates in Tamil Nadu have expressed anger and disappointment after the medical entrance examination was cancelled, forcing students to prepare for a fresh test after months of pressure and uncertainty. NEET-UG Cancellation Upsets Tamil Nadu Students Several medical aspirants said the cancellation had affected their confidence, especially after they had already

National

PM Modi Tells Students To Focus On Future

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi interacted with students during an outreach programme, encouraging them to plan long-term goals and remain optimistic about the future. Addressing questions on age and career planning, he used a personal anecdote to emphasise forward-looking thinking rather than limitations. PM Modi Advice To Students The Prime Minister said people should

International

Two Telugu Students Die In US Apartment Fire

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

Two students from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh died in a major apartment fire in Birmingham late Friday night. The blaze broke out in a residential building that housed several Indian students. Fire And Rescue Operation According to officials, around ten students were staying in the apartment when thick smoke rapidly spread through the building. Firefighters […]

Law & Order National

Al-Falah Students Reeling Amid Terror Probe Fallout

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2025

Investigators probing the November 10 car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort have widened their focus to Al-Falah University in Faridabad. Security agencies say the blast vehicle was parked on the university campus before the explosion, prompting a deeper inquiry into staff and operations. More than 200 doctors, employees and associates linked to the institution are […]

Education

India Remains Top Source of Students in US – Report

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

In the 2024-25 academic year, India continued to be the largest source of international students in the United States, with 363,019 Indian students enrolled in U.S. higher-education institutions, marking roughly 30.8% of all international students. China followed with 265,919 students, representing a decline from the previous year. Trends and Highlights Indian student

International

Trump Says Foreign Students Are “Good Business”

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2025

President Donald Trump has described foreign students in the United States as “good business,” even as he expressed reservations about their broader presence. He said that while he does not want unchecked numbers of international students studying in the U.S., the revenue they bring to universities should not be ignored. Comments on Higher Education During […]

International

US Student Visas Blocked for 19 Countries, Big Drop Expected

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

A new U.S. policy now blocks student visa issuance to citizens of 19 countries who do not already hold valid visas. These are mainly F-1, J-1, and M-1 categories. The rule means many who planned to begin studies this fall may be unable to enter U.S. colleges. Scale of the Impact Over 5,700 students who […]

International

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

By BPN News Desk August 28, 2025

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 tied to ongoing program enrollment. Fixed Stay Periods and Stricter Rules Under

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 […]