UK Announces Visa Ban On Countries That Refuse Repatriations

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

International

The UK government announced that it will impose visa bans on countries that do not accept the return of their citizens being deported from the UK. The measure is part of the government’s broader strategy to strengthen return agreements and press cooperating nations into accepting deportations.

International

New H-1B Policy: “Train Americans, Then Go Home”

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2025

Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, outlined a new direction under President Donald Trump’s administration for the H‑1B visa programme. He said the visas will now be more temporary in nature—bringing in highly skilled foreign professionals for a limited period so that they can train American workers in industries like ship-building and semiconductors, after which they

International

White House Defends $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

The White House has defended its decision to impose a $100,000 one-time fee on each new H-1B visa application, describing it as a lawful measure aimed at curbing fraud and abuse in the system. The fee will apply only to fresh petitions filed after the latest lottery round, not to existing visa holders. Aim to […]

Law & Order National

Scholar Francesca Orsini Deported From India

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2025

Francesca Orsini, a UK-based academic, was denied entry into India on October 20, 2025, upon her arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. She was deported the same day after being informed of her immigration status. Reason for Blacklisting Government sources confirmed that Orsini was placed on India’s immigration blacklist in March 2025. […]

International

U.S. Chamber Sues Over $100K H-1B Visa Fee

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2025

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s newly imposed $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa petitions, calling it unlawful and beyond presidential powers. Legal basis cited The Chamber argues that the executive order exceeds authority by altering rules established by Congress. It contends the fee will disrupt the visa […]

International

Trump Team Plans More H-1B Restrictions Post Fee Hike

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2025

The Trump administration is preparing to introduce more restrictions on the H-1B visa programme after already imposing a $100,000 application fee. Officials say the upcoming changes will focus on tightening eligibility and ensuring stricter employer compliance. Key Proposed Changes Possible changes include replacing the current lottery system with a wage-based model,

Business

Nvidia CEO Backs Trump’s New Visa Fee, Supports Staff

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has backed U.S. President Donald Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it a “great start” while assuring employees that the company will continue to fully support immigrant talent. Memo to Employees In an internal note, Huang said the steep fee may pose challenges, particularly for smaller firms, but reiterated his […]

International

UK Won’t Relax Visa Rules for India, Starmer Says

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has stated that his government will not ease visa rules for Indian nationals. He clarified that his visit to India is aimed at strengthening trade and business cooperation, not immigration policy. No Visa Element in Trade Deal Starmer stressed that the recently concluded UK-India free trade agreement does not include […]

International

US Lawmakers Push Major H-1B, L-1 Visa Changes

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

Three U.S. senators have introduced bills to tighten rules for the H-1B and L-1 visa programs, citing misuse by companies and institutions. Senators Chuck Grassley and Dick Durbin proposed raising wage standards, mandating public job postings, and narrowing eligibility. Separately, Tom Cotton introduced legislation to end exemptions that allow universities and non-profits

National

EAM Jaishankar Remarks Amid Visa Fee Row

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that in today’s changing world, nations must embrace a global workforce. He made the remark during a session on “Aid, Trade, and Technology” held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Context: H-1B Visa Fee Increase His comments came in response to the U.S. imposing a USD 100,000 […]