New Zealand has relaxed its “golden visa” rules, attracting wealthy investors from the U.S., China, and Hong Kong.
The Active Investor Plus visa now requires just three weeks of residency, lowered investment thresholds, and no English-language test.
The new rules have triggered hundreds of applications, with investors now able to buy homes valued over $5 million.
Experts say the policy could inject billions into New Zealand’s economy, while citizens continue to leave in search of better opportunities abroad.

Trump-Weary Americans, Chinese Millionaires Are Flocking to New Zealand

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Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty dropped in early trade on Monday (September 22, 2025), dragged by IT stocks amid concerns over the U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to raise H-1B visa fees to $100,000 per worker.

 Trump's New H-1B Visa Fee To Hurt Tech Firms' Business Model

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From Europe to Asia and the Middle East, these destinations are making it easier for Indians to build global careers. Whether you're a fresh graduate or an experienced professional, the right opportunity abroad could be just a visa away.

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President Donald Trump on Sunday said foreign workers sent to the United States are “welcome” and he doesn’t want to “frighten off” investors, 10 days after hundreds of South Koreans were arrested at a work site in Georgia.


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A new 250 dollar visa integrity fee on US visitors is set to take effect on October 1, raising the total visa cost to 442 dollars, among the highest worldwide.


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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other officials ahead of next month's annual high-level meeting of the UN General Assembly, where the Palestinians previously have been represented.


US revokes visas of Palestinian president and 80 other officials ahead of UN meetings

As Trump’s administration proposes sweeping new visa rules for students, journalists, and exchange workers, questions grow over America's shifting immigration stance. From wage-based H-1B reforms to 4-year visa caps and revived DHS checks — here’s what the new crackdown could mean for Indians and international talent in the US.

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Foreign visitors in Bali are now required to carry their passports and stay permits at all times when outside their accommodations. The new rule is part of a crackdown by immigration authorities aiming to enforce visa compliance, as patrols intensify across the island to monitor and penalize violations of immigration laws.

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The Trump administration just dropped a new immigration bombshell — and it could change how you get a U.S. visa. A controversial new policy says any “anti-American” ideology may now be used to reject visa, green card, or citizenship applications — including for students and skilled workers.
But what exactly counts as “anti-American”? Could your social media, protests, or political views cost you a future in the U.S.? Immigration lawyers are calling it the return of McCarthyism.
In this deep dive, we break down what the policy says, what it doesn’t, and how it could impact you.

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A Pakistani airline mistakenly sent a passenger to Jeddah instead of his intended destination, Karachi, from Lahore, Pakistan. In response, the passenger has sent a legal notice to the private airline claiming that he was not informed that he had boarded the wrong flight despite showing his ticket to the air hostess, according to a report by ARY News.&nbsp;The passenger identified as Shahzain said that two planes were parked at the same domestic terminal gate, which led to the confusion. He said he only realised the error when it was too late, and blamed the negligence of the airline for the trouble he faced after arriving in Saudi Arabia.<h3>What happened next?</h3>In the legal notice, he has demanded that the airline compensate him for the additional travel costs and respond to the issue. He is also seeking reimbursement for the distress and inconvenience allegedly caused by the airline's oversight. He also confirmed that he did not have a visa or passport, according to ARY News.&nbsp;"Two hours into the flight, I questioned why the plane had not yet reached Karachi. This caused panic among the crew, who then blamed me for the mistake," he added. The passenger added that after he asked the airline to fly him to Karachi, they told him that it would take two to three days.&nbsp;"I was told that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) would conduct an inquiry to which I assured to cooperate," he added.&nbsp;Following the incident, the private airline has come under scrutiny, and the Pakistan Airport Authority has also taken notice of the incident. The authority held the Lahore Airport Management, the private airline, accountable for the incident.&nbsp;In response, the manager accused the airline of its negligence and carelessness over the passenger's arrival in Jeddah instead of Karachi. He added that a request for action against the airline has been made to the officials.&nbsp;

The passenger identified as Shahzain said that two planes were parked at the same domestic terminal gate, which led to the confusion. He said he realised the error when it was too late, and blamed the negligence of the airline for the trouble he faced.



A Pakistani airline mistakenly sent a passenger to Jeddah instead of his intended destination, Karachi, from Lahore, Pakistan. In response, the passenger has sent a legal notice to the private airline claiming that he was not informed that he had boarded the wrong flight despite showing his ticket to the air hostess, according to a report by ARY News. The passenger identified as Shahzain said that two planes were parked at the same domestic terminal gate, which led to the confusion. He said he only realised the error when it was too late, and blamed the negligence of the airline for the trouble he faced after arriving in Saudi Arabia. What happened next? In the legal notice, he has demanded that the airline compensate him for the additional travel costs and respond to the issue. He is also seeking reimbursement for the distress and inconvenience allegedly caused by the airline's oversight. He also confirmed that he did not have a visa or passport, according to ARY News. "Two hours into the flight, I questioned why the plane had not yet reached Karachi. This caused panic among the crew, who then blamed me for the mistake," he added. The passenger added that after he asked the airline to fly him to Karachi, they told him that it would take two to three days. "I was told that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) would conduct an inquiry to which I assured to cooperate," he added. Following the incident, the private airline has come under scrutiny, and the Pakistan Airport Authority has also taken notice of the incident. The authority held the Lahore Airport Management, the private airline, accountable for the incident. In response, the manager accused the airline of its negligence and carelessness over the passenger's arrival in Jeddah instead of Karachi. He added that a request for action against the airline has been made to the officials.

The passenger identified as Shahzain said that two planes were parked at the same domestic terminal gate, which led to the confusion. He said he realised the error when it was too late, and blamed the negligence of the airline for the trouble he faced.&nbsp;

'Big blunder': Pakistani airline mistakenly sends passenger to Jeddah instead of Karachi - Here's what happened

The US embassy in India said in a post on Monday that all applicants seeking F, M, or J non-immigrant visas—including students and exchange visitors—have to ensure that their social media profiles are set to ‘public’ to enable background checks. All available information will be used in the visa screening and vetting “to identify visa applicants who are inadmissible to the United States, including those who pose a threat to U.S. national security.” The development comes days after the United States announced that all foreign students applying for a visa must unlock their social media accounts for government review.&nbsp;In the post, the US Embassy in India said that “every visa adjudication is a national security decision,” and added that the applicants will have to “adjust the privacy settings on all of their personal social media accounts to ‘public’ to facilitate vetting necessary to establish their identity and admissibility to the United States.”It further said that the US has been asking visa applicants to provide social media details on immigrant and non-immigrant visa application forms since 2019, and added that all available information will be used in the visa screening and vetting “to identify visa applicants who are inadmissible to the United States, including those who pose a threat to U.S. national security.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Effective immediately, all individuals applying for an F, M, or J nonimmigrant visa are requested to adjust the privacy settings on all of their social media accounts to public to facilitate vetting necessary to establish their identity and admissibility to the United States… <a href="https://t.co/xotcfc3Qdo">pic.twitter.com/xotcfc3Qdo</a>&mdash; U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/USAndIndia/status/1937089816660680824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Last month, the Trump administration had halted the scheduling of new visa interviews for foreign students seeking to study in the US to properly enhance the process of screening their social media activity.&nbsp;The US State Department said in a statement on June 18 that the scheduling of F, M, and J non-immigrant visa applications will resume soon, and applicants should check with the embassy or consulate website for appointment dates.The State Department further added, “The United States must be vigilant during the visa issuance process to ensure that those applying for admission into the United States do not intend to harm Americans and our national interests, and that all applicants credibly establish their eligibility for the visa sought, including that they intend to engage in activities consistent with the terms for their admission.”&nbsp;The US embassy has reiterated that holding a visa is not a right and that visas can be revoked if a person is found to be in violation of the law, even after arrival.

The United States has been asking visa applicants to provide social media details on immigrant and non-immigrant visa application forms since 2019, and now all available information will be used in the screening and vetting for visa.

The US embassy in India said in a post on Monday that all applicants seeking F, M, or J non-immigrant visas—including students and exchange visitors—have to ensure that their social media profiles are set to ‘public’ to enable background checks. All available information will be used in the visa screening and vetting “to identify visa applicants who are inadmissible to the United States, including those who pose a threat to U.S. national security.” The development comes days after the United States announced that all foreign students applying for a visa must unlock their social media accounts for government review. In the post, the US Embassy in India said that “every visa adjudication is a national security decision,” and added that the applicants will have to “adjust the privacy settings on all of their personal social media accounts to ‘public’ to facilitate vetting necessary to establish their identity and admissibility to the United States.” It further said that the US has been asking visa applicants to provide social media details on immigrant and non-immigrant visa application forms since 2019, and added that all available information will be used in the visa screening and vetting “to identify visa applicants who are inadmissible to the United States, including those who pose a threat to U.S. national security.”

The United States has been asking visa applicants to provide social media details on immigrant and non-immigrant visa application forms since 2019, and now all available information will be used in the screening and vetting for visa.

Want US visa? First unlock your social media accounts for vetting, says embassy in India

The Ministry of External Affairs of India has denied reports in sections of the media of the Saudi Arabia government temporarily suspending issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India, and said the claim is untrue and false.&nbsp;&nbsp;The official FactCheck Account of the Ministry of External Affairs on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, set up in May 2025 to counter both disinformation and fake news on the internet, said in a post on Monday afternoon, “CLAIM: Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India.&nbsp;This CLAIM is FALSE.&nbsp;FACT: The Saudi Government has not issued any notification on this matter. As a matter of practice, during the Hajj season, there are temporary restrictions on short term visas to avoid overcrowding during this season, which end with the conclusion of Hajj.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">CLAIM: Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India. This CLAIM is FALSE. FACT: The Saudi Government has not issued any notification on this matter. As a matter of practice, during the Hajj season, there are… <a href="https://t.co/8dkJddhj3y">pic.twitter.com/8dkJddhj3y</a>&mdash; MEA FactCheck (@MEAFactCheck) <a href="https://twitter.com/MEAFactCheck/status/1932022534310166888?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Media reports had earlier said that Saudi Arabia has suspended the issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries temporarily. These countries are Bangladesh, India, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Yemen, Sudan, Iraq, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Libya, Kenya, and Turkey.&nbsp;Block work visas are mostly used by firms operating in the Gulf region, who need them often to hire foreign labour.&nbsp; Block work visas are usually pre-approved in bulk by Saudi authorities, and the employers then hand them to employees from different countries. These visas are mostly used in industries like domestic services, hospitality, and construction.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a matter of fact, Saudi authorities put temporary restrictions on short-term visas to avoid overcrowding during the Hajj season to regulate crowds, reduce strain on infrastructure, and ensure the safety of pilgrims, and these curbs are lifted thereafter.&nbsp;Saudi Arabia remains a key destination for migrant workers from South Asia and Africa, particularly in the domestic and low-wage sectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saudi authorities were concerned about individuals entering the kingdom on work or short-visit visas and performing Hajj without official permits. Such unauthorised Hajj participation often leads to overcrowding and compromises health and safety standards during the pilgrimage.

 Saudi authorities put temporary restrictions on short-term visas to avoid overcrowding during the Hajj season to regulate crowds, reduce strain on infrastructure, and ensure the safety of pilgrims, and these curbs are lifted thereafter.

The Ministry of External Affairs of India has denied reports in sections of the media of the Saudi Arabia government temporarily suspending issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India, and said the claim is untrue and false. The official FactCheck Account of the Ministry of External Affairs on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, set up in May 2025 to counter both disinformation and fake news on the internet, said in a post on Monday afternoon, “CLAIM: Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India. This CLAIM is FALSE. FACT: The Saudi Government has not issued any notification on this matter. As a matter of practice, during the Hajj season, there are temporary restrictions on short term visas to avoid overcrowding during this season, which end with the conclusion of Hajj.”

&nbsp;Saudi authorities put temporary restrictions on short-term visas to avoid overcrowding during the Hajj season to regulate crowds, reduce strain on infrastructure, and ensure the safety of pilgrims, and these curbs are lifted thereafter.

MEA fact checks reports of Saudi Arabia suspending block work visas, says ‘claim false’

As US President Donald Trump has begun a massive crackdown on illegal immigrants, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/us-embassy-in-india">US Embassy in India</a> has issued a public advisory, warning Indians over their overstay in America.&nbsp;
The US Embassy in India, issued a statement on Saturday (May 17), warning that if people remain in the US beyond their period of stay, they could be deported or permanently banned.&nbsp;
"If you remain in the United States beyond your authorized period of stay, you could be deported and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States in the future," the statement read.&nbsp;
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If you remain in the United States beyond your authorized period of stay, you could be deported and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States in the future. <a href="https://t.co/VQSD8HmOEp">pic.twitter.com/VQSD8HmOEp</a>
&mdash; U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/USAndIndia/status/1923620905449627764?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
Since Trump has returned to the White House, he has announced several policy changes regarding immigration and has taken firm decisions on illegal immigration.&nbsp;
As Trump started his harsh policies against what he calls "aliens", the US president said that he would launch a "self-deportation" programme, offering money and air tickets to undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the US.&nbsp;
In an attempt to encourage undocumented immigrants to leave America, Trump during an interview with Fox Noticias, incentivised 'Leave America', by offering them money in return.&nbsp;
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"We're going to give them a stipend. We're going to give them some money and a plane ticket, and then we're going to work with them &mdash; if they're good &mdash; if we want them back in, we're going to work with them to get them back in as quickly as we can," the US president said.&nbsp;
Earlier this year, four batches of Indians were deported by the Trump administration under his promised crackdown on illegal immigrants.&nbsp;
This comes after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the US, said that those staying in other countries illegally "do not have any legal right to be there", adding that his country was ready to take back its citizens living in America illegally.
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The US Embassy in India warned that if people remain in the US beyond their period of stay, they could be deported or permanently banned. WORLD INDIA NEWS

As US President Donald Trump has begun a massive crackdown on illegal immigrants, the US Embassy in India has issued a public advisory, warning Indians over their overstay in America. The US Embassy in India, issued a statement on Saturday (May 17), warning that if people remain in the US beyond their period of stay, they could be deported or permanently banned. "If you remain in the United States beyond your authorized period of stay, you could be deported and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States in the future," the statement read. Also read: First to roar, last to rest: How the Indian Air Force has played a pivotal role in Indo-Pak wars If you remain in the United States beyond your authorized period of stay, you could be deported and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States in the future. pic.twitter.com/VQSD8HmOEp — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) May 17, 2025 Since Trump has returned to the White House, he has announced several policy changes regarding immigration and has taken firm decisions on illegal immigration. As Trump started his harsh policies against what he calls "aliens", the US president said that he would launch a "self-deportation" programme, offering money and air tickets to undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the US. In an attempt to encourage undocumented immigrants to leave America, Trump during an interview with Fox Noticias, incentivised 'Leave America', by offering them money in return. Also read: Trump claims India ready to 'cut a 100% of their tariffs for the United States' | Watch "We're going to give them a stipend. We're going to give them some money and a plane ticket, and then we're going to work with them — if they're good — if we want them back in, we're going to work with them to get them back in as quickly as we can," the US president said. Earlier this year, four batches of Indians were deported by the Trump administration under his promised crackdown on illegal immigrants. This comes after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the US, said that those staying in other countries illegally "do not have any legal right to be there", adding that his country was ready to take back its citizens living in America illegally. Also read: Major relief for Indians in US as court indefinitely halts Trump's birthright citizenship order

US Embassy WARNS Indians: Here's what will happen if you overstay in America

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Visa chaos has international students second-guessing their American dream — and rival countries are ready to roll out the red carpet. Will the US lose its edge in the global education race? Take a look at this report to find out.

Visa shakeup has students rethinking their 'American dreams'

Trump government reverses course on student visa terminations amid backlash. US reinstates legal status for foreign students after over 100 lawsuits, sparking relief among international students facing visa uncertainty.

US reverses visa terminations for international students

Seema Haider, who crossed the border to marry an Indian man, Sachin Meena, appealed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to deport her to Pakistan, saying that she's "India's daughter-in-law" and does not want to go to Pakistan.
"I was Pakistan's daughter, but now I'm India's daughter-in-law," Seema Haider said, fearing deportation from India after the Indian government suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals.&nbsp;
Seema Haider made headlines in 2023 when she left Pakistan to marry her Indian lover, Sachin. However, she was already married in Pakistan but she illegally entered India via Nepal along with her four children.&nbsp;
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Seema was arrested in July 2023 for illegally entering India. Her Husband Sachin too was arrested for providing shelter to an illegal immigrant, but they were later released on bail.
India took major actions against Pakistan after Pakistan-based The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of at least 27 people.&nbsp;
"I do not want to go to Pakistan. I appeal to PM (Narendra) Modi and UP CM Yogi (Adityanath) to let me stay in India," Seema said, in a video making rounds on social media, PTI reported.&nbsp;
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She also claimed that she had adopted Hinduism now after marrying Sachin.&nbsp;
Moreover, her lawyer is hopeful that she will be allowed to live in India, as she is no longer a Pakistani citizen.&nbsp;
"Seema is no longer a Pakistani national. She married Sachin Meena, a resident of Greater Noida, and recently gave birth to their daughter, Bharti Meena. Her citizenship is now connected with her Indian husband, and therefore the Centre's directive should not apply to her," Advocate AP Singh told PTI on Thursday.
Seema Haider further urged, "I appeal to Modi ji and Yogi ji that I am in their refuge now. I was Pakistan's daughter but now I'm the daughter-in-law of India. Let me stay here."&nbsp;
Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 27 tourists, the Indian government announced the suspension of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-what-is-saarc-visa-which-india-has-suspended-to-punish-pakistan-8995071">SAARC</a>&nbsp;(South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Visa Exemption Scheme. Pakistani nationals living in India on such visas will have to leave the country.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pahalgam-terror-attack-india-cancels-all-17-types-of-visas-for-pakistani-citizens-9000458">India cancels all 17 types of visas for Pakistani citizens; Amit Shah directs CMs to identify and deport Pakistanis | Pahalgam terror attack</a>
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"I'm India's daughter-in-law," Seema Haider said after the Indian government suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals. India news pakistan

Seema Haider, who crossed the border to marry an Indian man, Sachin Meena, appealed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to deport her to Pakistan, saying that she's "India's daughter-in-law" and does not want to go to Pakistan. "I was Pakistan's daughter, but now I'm India's daughter-in-law," Seema Haider said, fearing deportation from India after the Indian government suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals. Seema Haider made headlines in 2023 when she left Pakistan to marry her Indian lover, Sachin. However, she was already married in Pakistan but she illegally entered India via Nepal along with her four children. Also read: Pahalgam attack: What happens to Pakistani woman Seema Haider after India suspends SAARC visa to punish Pakistan? Seema was arrested in July 2023 for illegally entering India. Her Husband Sachin too was arrested for providing shelter to an illegal immigrant, but they were later released on bail. India took major actions against Pakistan after Pakistan-based The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of at least 27 people. "I do not want to go to Pakistan. I appeal to PM (Narendra) Modi and UP CM Yogi (Adityanath) to let me stay in India," Seema said, in a video making rounds on social media, PTI reported. Also read: End of cross-border love story? THIS is what Seema Haider said about viral video that shows her beaten up She also claimed that she had adopted Hinduism now after marrying Sachin. Moreover, her lawyer is hopeful that she will be allowed to live in India, as she is no longer a Pakistani citizen. "Seema is no longer a Pakistani national. She married Sachin Meena, a resident of Greater Noida, and recently gave birth to their daughter, Bharti Meena. Her citizenship is now connected with her Indian husband, and therefore the Centre's directive should not apply to her," Advocate AP Singh told PTI on Thursday. Seema Haider further urged, "I appeal to Modi ji and Yogi ji that I am in their refuge now. I was Pakistan's daughter but now I'm the daughter-in-law of India. Let me stay here." Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 27 tourists, the Indian government announced the suspension of the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Visa Exemption Scheme. Pakistani nationals living in India on such visas will have to leave the country. Also read: India cancels all 17 types of visas for Pakistani citizens; Amit Shah directs CMs to identify and deport Pakistanis | Pahalgam terror attack

'Let me stay, I'm India's daughter': Seema Haider pleads to PM Modi, claims she is 'Hindu' amid Pakistan visa ban

Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas on Saturday wrote to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, urging him to raise the issue of the revocation of visas of Indian students with the US government at the &ldquo;highest appropriate levels&rdquo;. In a letter addressed to the minister, Brittas also urged him to ensure that legal and consular assistance is provided to those affected by Indian missions in the US. The CPI(M) MP claimed that a deeply distressing and increasingly alarming situation was being faced by hundreds of Indian students in the United States, whose visas have been revoked without prior notice or sufficient explanation. &ldquo;What deepens the distress is the nature of the reasons cited for these visa revocations &mdash; many of which are astonishingly petty, disproportionate, and wholly incongruous with the gravity of the action taken,&rdquo; he alleged.&nbsp; Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-announces-easter-truce-in-ukraine-conflict-orders-military-to-halt-fighting-8980135">Putin announces &lsquo;Easter truce&rsquo; in Ukraine conflict, orders military to halt fighting</a> He said students have reportedly faced cancellations for minor traffic violations such as speeding or misdemeanours, inadvertent lapses in documentation, unintentional academic infractions without formal inquiry, social media expressions or journalistic writings-especially on issues like the Palestinian conflict as well as minor incidents such as inadvertently failing to scan or catalogue items correctly while using self-checkout kiosks in stores. Brittas also said denial of an opportunity to be heard is creating a &ldquo;chilling atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among thousands of Indian students striving for legitimate academic pursuits in the United States&rdquo;. &ldquo;What is particularly troubling is the opaque and arbitrary nature of these actions, which appear to lack both procedural fairness and proportionality,&rdquo; he said. He said the gravity and magnitude of the issue demand a robust and coordinated diplomatic response by the Government of India.
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World | India News: The CPI(M) MP claimed that a deeply distressing and increasingly alarming situation was being faced by hundreds of Indian students in the United States, whose visas have been revoked without prior notice or sufficient explanation.

Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas on Saturday wrote to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, urging him to raise the issue of the revocation of visas of Indian students with the US government at the “highest appropriate levels”. In a letter addressed to the minister, Brittas also urged him to ensure that legal and consular assistance is provided to those affected by Indian missions in the US. The CPI(M) MP claimed that a deeply distressing and increasingly alarming situation was being faced by hundreds of Indian students in the United States, whose visas have been revoked without prior notice or sufficient explanation. “What deepens the distress is the nature of the reasons cited for these visa revocations — many of which are astonishingly petty, disproportionate, and wholly incongruous with the gravity of the action taken,” he alleged. Also Read | Putin announces ‘Easter truce’ in Ukraine conflict, orders military to halt fighting He said students have reportedly faced cancellations for minor traffic violations such as speeding or misdemeanours, inadvertent lapses in documentation, unintentional academic infractions without formal inquiry, social media expressions or journalistic writings-especially on issues like the Palestinian conflict as well as minor incidents such as inadvertently failing to scan or catalogue items correctly while using self-checkout kiosks in stores. Brittas also said denial of an opportunity to be heard is creating a “chilling atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among thousands of Indian students striving for legitimate academic pursuits in the United States”. “What is particularly troubling is the opaque and arbitrary nature of these actions, which appear to lack both procedural fairness and proportionality,” he said. He said the gravity and magnitude of the issue demand a robust and coordinated diplomatic response by the Government of India. Also Read | Scientists stretch colour palette, identify a new, unseen hue, name it ‘olo’ “We must not allow our youth to be subjected to indignities and jeopardy on foreign soil. We need to stand firmly by them in their hour of crisis.” Brittas urged the External Affairs Minister to immediately take up the matter with the US Government “at the highest appropriate levels, seeking clarity, reversal of unfair visa cancellations, and an assurance of non-discriminatory and transparent treatment of Indian students.” “I also request your goodself to give instructions to our Missions to provide all possible legal and consular assistance to those affected, including representation and welfare support,” he added. Also Read | Researchers breach brain-blood barrier, deliver medicine precisely via nanoparticles Amid instances of Indian students in the US receiving communications from local authorities on possible revocation of their visas, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday that Indian missions in the United States are in touch with Indian students facing issues.

CPI(M) writes to Jaishankar, urges him to raise student visa revocation issue with US

21-year-old Indian student Chinmay Deore has sued the Trump administration after his F-1 visa was terminated, threatening his ability to complete studies at Wayne State University. The lawsuit highlights growing fears among international students as visa terminations rise, with reports showing a 34% drop in Indian student enrollment in 2023-2024.

Indian student sues Trump administration over F-1 visa termination

Global students in the US are reporting a sudden termination of the legal status without committing any deportable offenses. According to reports, this has prompted a wave of inquiries from panicked international students to immigration attorneys. While some students claimed to have received notifications from the universities, others reportedly discovered that their status had been terminated through online databases managed by the Department of Homeland Security. Among the most affected were students from India and China. US colleges are grappling by the speed and scope at which the government carrying out terminations. At least 600 students at over 90 colleges and universities have been affected.

US student visa crisis: International students facing termination of status, says report

In what is being touted as a monumental development in the digital asset industry, OpenAI is in discussions with Visa for a stablecoin wallet. The partnership between Visa and World Network, a cryptocurrency project by Sam Altman, will be a landmark deal for the industry as this would mean mainstream infrastructure for the digital assets industry. Watch in for more details!

OpenAI & Visa to join hands for crypto wallet

If you are an Indian residing in the U.S., or planning to move there, chances are that you are constantly refreshing your browser on U.S. immigration policies—especially as they continue to evolve. Recent changes are raising major concerns, particularly for H-1B, F-1, and Green Card holders. Although India isn't officially on any U.S. travel ban list, those with U.S. visas are now facing significant delays, stricter screenings, and even random detentions at airports.

Indian nationals face increased visa delays and detentions

Indian nationals face increased U.S. visa delays and detentions

The US Embassy has granted visa to the family of Indian student Neelam Shinde, who has been in coma after she met with an accident, NDTV has reported. Neelam Shinde, a final year student at an American university, was struck by a four-wheeler in California. Watch to know more!

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Days after launching a massive crackdown on illegal immigrants since his return to the White House, US President Donald Trump has reportedly ruled out deporting Prince Harry from the United States, despite ongoing litigation questioning the Duke of Sussex's immigration status.
In an interview with The New York Post on Friday (Feb 8), Donald Trump made it clear that he does not want to take action against Prince Harry, a member of the British royal family who, along with his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped down as working royals in January 2020 and moved to Meghan's native Southern California.
"I don't want to do that," he said. "I'll leave him alone. He's got enough problems with his wife. She's terrible," Trump said.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Trump admired Harry's estranged older brother, Prince William</h2>
Trump's statement comes amid legal challenges involving Harry's visa, particularly from the Heritage Foundation, which has raised concerns over his potential failure to disclose past illegal drug use during his visa application process.
The US President also expressed admiration for Harry's estranged older brother, Prince William, calling him "a great young man."
The two had met privately in Paris during the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in December 2024, a meeting that stood in stark contrast to Trump's strained relationship with Harry and his wife.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have long been vocal critics of Donald Trump.
<h2 dir="ltr">Harry's US visa</h2>
A lawsuit filed by The Heritage Foundation against the Department of Homeland Security has sparked questions about Prince Harry's truthfulness on his US visa application. Specifically, his admissions in his memoir "Spare" about past drug use, including cocaine, cannabis, and psychedelics, have raised concerns.
Nile Gardiner of the Heritage Foundation stated, "Anyone applying to the US must be truthful on their application, and it&rsquo;s unclear whether that&rsquo;s the case with Prince Harry," according to the report.
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The conservative think tank has implied that Prince Harry may have benefited from preferential treatment by the Biden administration, potentially due to his high-profile status. This speculation arises from the circumstances surrounding Harry and Meghan's relocation to California in 2020, following their decision to step back from the British royal family, commonly referred to as "Megxit."
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: US President Trump, after a crackdown on illegal immigration, has decided not to deport Prince Harry, amidst ongoing questions about his US residency status.

Days after launching a massive crackdown on illegal immigrants since his return to the White House, US President Donald Trump has reportedly ruled out deporting Prince Harry from the United States, despite ongoing litigation questioning the Duke of Sussex's immigration status. In an interview with The New York Post on Friday (Feb 8), Donald Trump made it clear that he does not want to take action against Prince Harry, a member of the British royal family who, along with his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped down as working royals in January 2020 and moved to Meghan's native Southern California. "I don't want to do that," he said. "I'll leave him alone. He's got enough problems with his wife. She's terrible," Trump said. Also read | The great American guessing game: who runs the country, Trump or Musk? Trump admired Harry's estranged older brother, Prince William Trump's statement comes amid legal challenges involving Harry's visa, particularly from the Heritage Foundation, which has raised concerns over his potential failure to disclose past illegal drug use during his visa application process. The US President also expressed admiration for Harry's estranged older brother, Prince William, calling him "a great young man." The two had met privately in Paris during the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in December 2024, a meeting that stood in stark contrast to Trump's strained relationship with Harry and his wife. Also read | After Biden, Trump cancels security clearances for Blinken, Jake Sullivan The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have long been vocal critics of Donald Trump. Harry's US visa A lawsuit filed by The Heritage Foundation against the Department of Homeland Security has sparked questions about Prince Harry's truthfulness on his US visa application. Specifically, his admissions in his memoir "Spare" about past drug use, including cocaine, cannabis, and psychedelics, have raised concerns. Nile Gardiner of the Heritage Foundation stated, "Anyone applying to the US must be truthful on their application, and it’s unclear whether that’s the case with Prince Harry," according to the report. Also read | Alaska plane crash: Bodies of all 10 people recovered. Here’s what we know The conservative think tank has implied that Prince Harry may have benefited from preferential treatment by the Biden administration, potentially due to his high-profile status. This speculation arises from the circumstances surrounding Harry and Meghan's relocation to California in 2020, following their decision to step back from the British royal family, commonly referred to as "Megxit." (With inputs from agencies)

‘I'll leave him alone’: Donald Trump on why he won’t deport Prince Harry

Prince Harry's US residency is under scrutiny, as his visa records will be reviewed in a court hearing on February 5. Watch this report for more details!

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