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Nasscom says US' new H-1B visa policy to impact Indian engineers, IT cos
It said that a one-day deadline to implement the order was concerning as it creates considerable uncertainty for businesses, professionals, and students across the world
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H-1B visa holders: Don't leave US, warn Amazon, Microsoft, JPMorgan
US Firm on H1-B Visa Fee Hike: Microsoft, JPMorgan and Amazon warn H-1B staff to stay in the US after Trump's order makes visas cost $100,000 each. Legal challenge underway
 "H-1B visa holders: Don't leave US, warn Amazon, Microsoft, JPMorgan")
$1 million for 10 H-1B visa workers: What Trump's order means for US firms
Trump raised the H-1B visa fee to $100,000 citing US job losses, but experts say mass displacement is a myth, with 96% of US software developers employed
 "$1 million for 10 H-1B visa workers: What Trump's order means for US firms")
Indians hold 71% of H-1B visas - Trump's Rs 90 lakh fee hits them hardest
Trump orders $100,000 H-1B visa fee, hitting Indian techies hardest. Lawyers warn of lawsuits, Microsoft issues travel guidance
 "Indians hold 71% of H-1B visas - Trump's Rs 90 lakh fee hits them hardest")
America's loss will be India's gain: Kant on $100,000 H-1B visa fee
Amitabh Kant highlighted that India has some of the finest innovators and professionals who can contribute to the country's growth
 "America's loss will be India's gain: Kant on $100,000 H-1B visa fee")
Indian H-1B holder overstays 60-day grace rule, faces ban: What to know
An Indian H-1B visa holder overstayed after misjudging US rules, sparking warnings for professionals about the strict 60-day grace period and entry checks
H-1B visa changes: US bill seeks $150,000 wage floor, end of OPT & lottery
H-1B reform is back in the US spotlight as Senator Jim Banks proposes scrapping OPT, raising wages to $150,000 and ending the visa lottery
 "H-1B visa changes: US bill seeks $150,000 wage floor, end of OPT & lottery")
Indian IT firms slash H-1B dependence as US tightens immigration rules
Indian IT companies are reportedly cutting down on H-1B visas, hiring more locally in the US, as tougher immigration rules, rising costs, and AI-led changes reshape global outsourcing models
No more visas for Indians, say Trump supporters: 'America is full'
Charlie Kirk and Ron DeSantis attack Indian H-1B workers as US trade talks hint at more visas. Indian professionals push back, citing tax, jobs, and innovation impact
 "No more visas for Indians, say Trump supporters: 'America is full'")
US visa changes from today: Dropbox scrapped for H-1B, tourists, students
US visa changes: From September 2, nearly all non-immigrant US visa applicants-including students and H-1B workers-must attend in-person interviews, ending age and renewal waivers
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H-1B visas row: Indian IT firms less dependent on immigrants, shows data
With US officials calling the H-1B programme a "scam", former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai said Indian IT firms now rely less on the visa, with American tech giants among the top applicants
No H-1B visa or OPT? 78% Indians will give up plans to study in the US
Business Standard poll finds 78% of Indians would skip US studies if OPT and H-1B vanish, as Trump's visa overhaul sparks fresh doubts
 "No H-1B visa or OPT? 78% Indians will give up plans to study in the US")
Indian IT firms steadier as reliance on H-1B visas has fallen: Mohandas Pai
There was no official word from IT industry association Nasscom after US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made scathing remarks on these work visas
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US H-1B visa a 'scam', mostly Indians make money off system: Florida guv
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has branded the H-1B visa a "total scam", claiming it costs Americans their jobs
 "US H-1B visa a 'scam', mostly Indians make money off system: Florida guv")
H-1B visa, green card system flawed, US needs to hire Americans: Lutnick
US to overhaul H-1B and green card system; Trump administration eyes wage-based visa selection and new $5m 'gold card' residency scheme
 "H-1B visa, green card system flawed, US needs to hire Americans: Lutnick")
Time to pause H-1B visas? US Republicans renew debate under Trump crackdown
US Senator Mike Lee has questioned H-1B visas, as Republicans push for tighter rules. Indian tech workers remain the biggest users of the programme
 "Time to pause H-1B visas? US Republicans renew debate under Trump crackdown")
'H-1B visa holders should be targeted in layoffs': US employee explains why
An online post urging layoffs to target H-1B visa holders first has sparked debate
 "'H-1B visa holders should be targeted in layoffs': US employee explains why")
45% H-1B Indians in US will return if forced, 24% fear pay cuts in India
Indian poll finds 45% on H-1B would return home if forced to leave US, as new rule changes and rising deportation risks unsettle professionals
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H-1B visa revamp may leave fresh graduates with no shot at US jobs: Decoded
US plans wage-based H-1B visa selection, a shift that could hurt fresh graduates and favour higher-paying tech roles
H-1B shocker: 1 in 6 Indians face early US deportation risk, survey finds
New survey shows rising cases of Indian H-1B holders getting deportation notices before the 60-day grace period ends, risking a permanent US ban
 "H-1B shocker: 1 in 6 Indians face early US deportation risk, survey finds")