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Trump's One Big, Beautiful Bill: Immigrants face cuts, new remittance tax

The Bill, formally titled the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, combines tax cuts with strict immigration-related provisions

Canada sees 5,500 foreign student asylum claims in 2025, up 22% from 2024

Canada is witnessing an unprecedented surge in international students seeking asylum, with 5,500 claims in early 2025 and 20,245 in 2024

Visa-free travel, work restrictions, and more: June's immigration shake-up

June 2025 kicks off with sweeping migration and visa rule updates. Australia's cutback on migrant intake, the US visa interview pause, and China's expanded visa-free schemes top the list

UK sees record 1,200 boat migrants in a day despite tougher rules on asylum

The spike, driven by settled weather and ongoing smuggling networks, comes despite new border curbs and tougher rules on asylum and deportation introduced by the Labour government

US shuns foreign students? Hong Kong, China, Japan throw doors open

As Trump cracks down on foreign enrolment at US universities, countries such as Hong Kong, China, Japan, and India's top advisors encourage affected students to consider new study options

USCIS says no citizenship for immigrants without good moral character

USCIS has warned that green card holders with poor moral character will not be considered for US citizenship, citing the need for applicants to meet high ethical and community standards

Canada visas 2025: India leads with 45.8% of 834,010 study, work permits

Canada has approved 834,010 temporary resident applications in early 2025, with India accounting for 45.8% or 382,055 permits-mostly for students and workers in high-demand sectors

Check visa slots daily: US to students as pause in visa process is short

The US State Department says the pause on new visa interviews for international students is only temporary, urging them to keep checking for open slots

US visa freeze hits Indian students: Who's at risk, what's next - decoded

The US has suspended student visa appointments globally, including for Indian applicants, as it intensifies social media checks. This has left many Indian students unsure about their future studies

Trump wants 15% cap on foreign students: What it means for Indians

Trump suggests a 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard. Indian students worry about study plans as US policy shifts spark concerns over access and opportunity

Arrest 3,000 undocumented migrants daily: US govt to immigration officers

This figure is three times higher than what ICE agents were achieving in the early days of President Trump's second term

Germany to end 3-year citizenship option for migrants; 5-year path to stay

"Express naturalisation after three years of residency was a mistake", the German government said

US bans Harvard from enrolling foreign students: What it means for Indians

Harvard's official figures show that 788 students from India are currently enrolled at the university

Canada visa denied? Indians now have 75 days to seek court review

For those who believe their visa refusal was due to a legal error or misunderstanding, this extra time can be used to prepare a stronger case

Record 58,000 Indians left UK in 2024 due to tougher immigration rules

At the same time, only 156,000 Indians moved to the UK during the year for work, study and other reasons, marking a sharp drop from the 277,000 recorded in 2023

What Harvard University ban means for Indian, other 7,000 students: FAQs

The US government revoked Harvard University's ability to enrol new international students, affecting thousands of foreign students

Germany ends visa appeals: Costlier path for Indian students, workers

From July 1, Germany scraps informal visa appeals, raising costs and delays for Indian students and workers

Need a Schengen visa? A guide to the travel insurance you must have

Travellers should remember that travel insurance is more than just a formality-it's a smart, practical safeguard that provides financial protection

Study abroad gone wrong? Insurance now covers visa, job loss for Indians

Indian insurers are now offering travel plans that cover events like visa cancellation, university closures, and job loss

US immigration crackdown: What undocumented teenagers face under Trump

If a 14-year-old undocumented immigrant in the United States is not registered with the government as required under immigration law, they could face both civil and criminal penalties