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Page 15 - Immigration News

Texas cities may be named Delhi, Kolkata: Republican targets Indians in US

A Republican candidate in Texas has drawn criticism after using anti-Indian language and attacking the H-1B visa programme while outlining his immigration agenda

Texas cities may be named Delhi, Kolkata: Republican targets Indians in US
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 10:36 AM IST

Beyond student visas: UK bets big on India in new education strategy

Britain's updated education strategy shifts focus from student numbers to overseas campuses and partnerships, with India named a priority market

Beyond student visas: UK bets big on India in new education strategy
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 5:42 PM IST

New US visa-bond list out: Who pays up to $15,000 from today and why

The US State Department has widened its visa-bond pilot for B1 and B2 visas. Here's who is affected, how much it costs, and how refunds work

New US visa-bond list out: Who pays up to $15,000 from today and why
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 5:08 PM IST

One year of Trump's second term: How US immigration rules have changed

A year into Donald Trump's second term, a deportation agenda has led to record departures and heightened H-1B scrutiny

One year of Trump's second term: How US immigration rules have changed
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

US immigration crackdown risks jobs, costs and voter trust ahead of polls

US immigration enforcement becomes a double-edged sword for both parties as high-profile incidents and aggressive tactics trigger a public backlash ahead of November midterms

US immigration crackdown risks jobs, costs and voter trust ahead of polls
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 1:01 PM IST

Trump to ICE on immigration crackdown: Name and shame 'vicious animals'

Trump asks DHS and ICE to share names and faces of deported criminals as legal challenges mount and polls show waning public support.

Trump to ICE on immigration crackdown: Name and shame 'vicious animals'
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 10:47 AM IST

ICE makes mistakes, says Trump, but stands by immigration crackdown

Trump admits ICE agents can make mistakes and be rough at times, but insists aggressive immigration enforcement is necessary despite protests and falling public support

ICE makes mistakes, says Trump, but stands by immigration crackdown
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 10:42 AM IST

4 dead, 68,000 detained: Inside a deadly US immigration crackdown

Four people have died in ICE custody in early 2026, following a record number of detainee deaths and a sharp expansion of detention last year

4 dead, 68,000 detained: Inside a deadly US immigration crackdown
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 8:26 AM IST

Canada adds 5,000 permanent residency spots for French-speaking immigrants

Extra permanent residence spaces will be routed through provincial nominee programmes as Ottawa lifts Francophone targets beyond Quebec

Canada adds 5,000 permanent residency spots for French-speaking immigrants
Updated On : 20 Jan 2026 | 5:25 PM IST

Green card holders beware: These 10 mistakes can cost you US residency

From long trips abroad to tax lapses, immigration lawyer warns that routine missteps can now put US green card holders at real risk

Green card holders beware: These 10 mistakes can cost you US residency
Updated On : 20 Jan 2026 | 4:05 PM IST

Bringing parents to Canada in 2026: What Indian families should know

Key rules, timelines and eligibility for Canada's family programmes

Bringing parents to Canada in 2026: What Indian families should know
Updated On : 20 Jan 2026 | 4:05 PM IST

UK to reimburse Global Talent visa fees to woo AI, tech and science talent

Treasury promises visa fee refunds and faster sponsor UK UK Global Talent visa: licences as ministers seek to draw AI, science and clean energy professionals

UK to reimburse Global Talent visa fees to woo AI, tech and science talent
Updated On : 20 Jan 2026 | 11:08 AM IST

Immigration raids in Minneapolis ripple through jobs, schools, and wallets

Fear of immigration crackdown ripples through Minneapolis, hitting work, schools, and local commerce

Immigration raids in Minneapolis ripple through jobs, schools, and wallets
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 2:33 PM IST

Indian-origin FedEx CEO speaks out amid H-1B hiring row and job-cut claims

FedEx denies favouring foreign hires after criticism over US job cuts and rising H-1B approvals

Indian-origin FedEx CEO speaks out amid H-1B hiring row and job-cut claims
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 2:20 PM IST

Harder to enter, costlier to stay: What US Immigration reset means for you

Is America still open for global talent? The new visa math says otherwise

Harder to enter, costlier to stay: What US Immigration reset means for you
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 9:58 AM IST

H-1B visa alternative: Why O-1 visa is gaining popularity among immigrants

O-1 visa approvals touched 39,000 in 2025, even as H-1B filings from large IT firms declined

H-1B visa alternative: Why O-1 visa is gaining popularity among immigrants
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 5:43 PM IST

US speeds up R-1 visas, ending mandatory one-year wait for returnees

New policy allows foreign religious workers holding the visa to re-apply for entry immediately after their five-year term expires

US speeds up R-1 visas, ending mandatory one-year wait for returnees
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 3:35 PM IST

India escaped US immigrant visa pause affecting 75 nations: Experts explain

The US has paused immigrant visas for 75 countries, but experts say India's low welfare use makes its inclusion unlikely

India escaped US immigrant visa pause affecting 75 nations: Experts explain
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 2:11 PM IST

Is the American Dream fading? Foreign students dip by 5,000, grads by 6%

New enrolment data shows international student numbers fell in autumn 2025, with graduate programmes taking the hardest hit amid visa pressure

Is the American Dream fading? Foreign students dip by 5,000, grads by 6%
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 1:03 PM IST

Australia puts India in highest-risk visa list: Are students unwelcome now?

Australia has re-rated India under its student visa framework, increasing scrutiny but not shutting doors for genuine applicants

Australia puts India in highest-risk visa list: Are students unwelcome now?
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 11:04 AM IST