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US EB-5 visa route gaining traction among Indians, says immigration expert
The EB-5 visa grants lawful permanent resident status (a green card) to foreigners with a minimum investment requirement of $8,00,000 (Rs 6-7 crore)
 "US EB-5 visa route gaining traction among Indians, says immigration expert")
UK study visa drop: US student exodus fails to boost British universities
UK study visa applications drop: UK universities miss out on expected boost as visa rules and policy changes deter international students
 "UK study visa drop: US student exodus fails to boost British universities")
US warns immigrants over social media posts praising Charlie Kirk killing
US Deputy Secretary of State issues warning as Trump hails Charlie Kirk as a "martyr for truth"
 "US warns immigrants over social media posts praising Charlie Kirk killing")
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
Major US Green Card routes shut till October 1, Indians face longer waits
India's Long Green Card Waits Continue as EB-3 & EW Categories Hit Cap
 "Major US Green Card routes shut till October 1, Indians face longer waits")
Bypass Immigration queues: Fast Track expands to 5 more airports in India
E-Gates Roll Out in Lucknow, Amritsar, Kozhikode, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram
 "Bypass Immigration queues: Fast Track expands to 5 more airports in India")
No Dropbox: Indian applicants, kids, seniors face in-person US Interviews
With the September 2, 2025 visa dropbox changes, the U.S. is dramatically scaling back one of the most applicant-friendly visa reforms of the last decade.
 "No Dropbox: Indian applicants, kids, seniors face in-person US Interviews")
Australian PM demands apology from senator for anti-Indian migrant remark
Senator Jacinta Price claimed Indian migrants inflate living costs and vote Labor, drawing sharp criticism from PM Albanese and the Indian community
 "Australian PM demands apology from senator for anti-Indian migrant remark")
Canada should reform or axe foreign worker visa: British Columbia premier
British Columbia's David Eby urges Ottawa to act on temporary worker scheme as youth joblessness rises to 14.6% and pressure mounts across parties
 "Canada should reform or axe foreign worker visa: British Columbia premier")
Germany, UAE replace US as top study destinations for Indian students
upGrad's 2024-25 report shows 13% drop in US-bound student applications; Germany rises to 32.6%, UAE hosts 42% of Indian international students
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Anti-immigration protests in Australia: Indians power economy, not flood it
Attorney Jordan Tew says Indian migrants are "helping Australia thrive", not overwhelming its economy or services
 "Anti-immigration protests in Australia: Indians power economy, not flood it")
Canada rejects 80% Indian student visas in 2025 amid stricter rules
IRCC data show record 62% rejection rate overall; Ottawa cuts permits, doubles funds proof, and shuts Student Direct Stream
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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'")
Germany wants to offer more jobs, study visas to Indians amid US, UK curbs
With 60,000 Indian students already in Germany, Berlin pushes for more talent from India to fill 1.4 million job vacancies across key sectors
 "Germany wants to offer more jobs, study visas to Indians amid US, UK curbs")
Canada invites 2,643 foreigners for PR in Ontario's healthcare, edu sector
Ontario issued a record 2,643 permanent residency invitations on September 2, 2025, targeting healthcare, education and support sector workers
Indians eye US, UK, Germany, Korea as study abroad interest up 37%: Report
Despite visa caps and tighter policies, Indian students are increasingly looking at future-ready careers abroad, with a 37 per cent jump in study enquiries in 2025
New Zealand visa: Indians must get police certificate from passport office
New Zealand visa Rule: From December 1, 2025, only police clearance certificates issued by a Regional Passport Office will be accepted for New Zealand visa applications from Indians residing in India
 "New Zealand visa: Indians must get police certificate from passport office")
Schengen visa in 4 days! How this Indian couple got lucky with Austria trip
An Indian couple got their Austria Schengen visa approved in just 4 days. Here's what they submitted-and why others are still struggling
 "Schengen visa in 4 days! How this Indian couple got lucky with Austria trip")
UK warns international students: No asylum bids after study visa expiry
The UK Home Office is sending direct messages to foreign students, cautioning against overstays and asylum misuse as record claims pressure the system
US tourist visa denied over 'English fluency' doubt: What Indians must note
A 36-year-old Indian man and his elderly parents were denied US tourist visas despite ₹50 lakh in savings and a two-week holiday plan. Here's what went wrong
 "US tourist visa denied over 'English fluency' doubt: What Indians must note")