A growing number of Indian immigrants in the United States are restricting travel and staying indoors as anxiety rises over tighter visa scrutiny and immigration enforcement. The heightened caution spans undocumented migrants as well as legally present workers on temporary visas, reflecting
France and the European Union have sharply criticised the United States after Washington imposed visa restrictions on several European figures linked to digital regulation and campaigns against online hate and misinformation. The move has triggered fresh diplomatic tension between the two sides, with EU leaders accusing the US of overreach and intimidation. Visa Curbs
A U.S. federal judge has upheld a controversial $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, rejecting a legal challenge from major U.S. business groups. The decision supports President Donald Trump’s immigration policy aimed at reducing reliance on skilled foreign workers and encouraging employers to hire American workers. Court decision on H-1B fee The judge ruled […]
The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi has temporarily suspended all consular and visa services until further notice, according to an official notice issued by the mission. The suspension applies to visa processing as well as other routine consular services and has been attributed to unavoidable circumstances. Applicants have been advised to monitor official
The United States government has announced the suspension of the Diversity Immigrant Visa program (commonly known as the green card lottery), pausing the issuance and processing of new visas under the scheme. The decision was directed by President Donald Trump and announced by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem as part of broader changes to U.S. […]
The Government of India has introduced a simplified and streamlined visa process to help domestic companies bring in foreign professionals, including engineers and technical experts, whose skills are needed for key production and industrial projects across the country. The changes are expected to reduce delays and procedural hurdles that previously affected the entry of
A group of 20 US states has filed a lawsuit against the Donald Trump administration over a steep increase in H-1B visa fees, arguing that the move will hurt American businesses and undermine the country’s ability to attract skilled foreign talent. The states have described the fee hike as excessive and unlawful, saying it goes […]
The US Embassy in India has issued a clear advisory stating that tourist visa applications will be rejected if consular officers believe the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the United States so the child can obtain US citizenship. The embassy said that such intent violates the permitted use of B-1/B-2 tourist […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the launch of a new Gold Card visa program, creating a fast-track route to American residency for applicants willing to make a $1 million financial contribution. A $15,000 processing fee and mandatory background checks are also part of the application process. The program is positioned as an alternative to […]
A new rule by the US State Department now requires H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents to make their social media accounts publicly visible for screening. The policy comes into effect from December 15. Consular officers will be allowed to review posts, past handles and public activity from multiple platforms before deciding on a […]















