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Sensex rises 860 points, Nifty above 26,000: Why are markets rising today?
The US could substantially slash tariffs on Indian exports as the two countries near a trade deal that could see New Delhi cutting oil purchases from Russia, according to reports
 "Sensex rises 860 points, Nifty above 26,000: Why are markets rising today?")
US lawmakers urge Trump to scrap $100K H-1B visa fee hurting startups
The Congress members warned that the move could especially harm small and early-stage companies that depend on global talent to grow
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H-1B visa: Avoid travel mistakes that could trigger the $100,000 trap
USCIS has clarified who must pay Donald Trump's new $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Applicants filing inside the US are exempt, but consular cases abroad will pay
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H-1B, L-1 visa holders, students: Who pays $100,000 fee and who's exempt
Recent US guidance brings relief for Indian students and H-1B visa holders already in the country, confirming they won't be subject to the new $100,000 charge
 "H-1B, L-1 visa holders, students: Who pays $100,000 fee and who's exempt")
H-1B visa: Not every applicant needs to pay $100,000 fee, USCIS clarifies
USCIS clarifies new $100,000 H-1B visa fee rules, detailing who must pay, who is exempt, how to pay online, and when rare exceptions may apply
 "H-1B visa: Not every applicant needs to pay $100,000 fee, USCIS clarifies")
Relief for H-1B families: US Supreme Court upholds work rights for spouses
US Supreme Court upholds work rights for H-4 visa holders, offering relief to thousands of Indian spouses of H-1B professionals
 "Relief for H-1B families: US Supreme Court upholds work rights for spouses")
Student loses visa status after H-1B visa delay: Expert suggests next steps
A student's SEVIS record was terminated after an H-1B withdrawal delay, raising concerns about status loss and the need for swift USCIS confirmation
H-1B visa: From stricter job rules to $100,000 fee, list of planned changes
H-1B Visa Changes: Trump administration proposes sweeping H-1B visa reforms with a $100,000 fee, stricter job definitions, and a wage-based lottery system
 "H-1B visa: From stricter job rules to $100,000 fee, list of planned changes")
How Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee threatens rural schools, hospitals in US
The Trump administration announced the fee on September 19, arguing that employers were replacing American workers with cheaper talent from overseas
H-1B visa row: Nvidia ready to pay $100,000 to keep immigrant talent
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the firm will keep sponsoring H-1B visas, as US business groups warn Trump's $100,000 fee could hurt the economy
 "H-1B visa row: Nvidia ready to pay $100,000 to keep immigrant talent")
The new downgrade: H-1B grooms lose appeal in India's marriage market
The United States is home to about 2.1 million NRIs, once considered ideal marriage prospects in India
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Foreign investors should turn positive on India by early 2026: Sujan Hajra
The upward revision in RBI's FY26 growth forecast signals strong confidence in India's domestic economic momentum which has consistently beaten expectations
 "Foreign investors should turn positive on India by early 2026: Sujan Hajra")
Datanomics: H-1B visa hopefuls face longer waits amid US govt shutdown
The new H-1B visa petitions are likely to be hampered the most since the Department of Labor (DOL) - which certifies labor condition applications (LCAs) required for H-1Bs - has shut down its systems
 "Datanomics: H-1B visa hopefuls face longer waits amid US govt shutdown")
China delays launch of K visa for tech talent amid social media backlash
China's rollout of its new K visa for foreign professionals has been delayed as embassies remain closed for holidays, amid public criticism over job concerns and timing
 "China delays launch of K visa for tech talent amid social media backlash")
Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee will be struck down, say US attorneys
A coalition of unions, employers and religious groups has taken President Donald Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee to court, calling it an unlawful tax
 "Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee will be struck down, say US attorneys")
$100K H-1B visa fee could hurt key sectors: US business groups warn Trump
Industry groups have warned the Trump administration that the $100,000 H-1B fee could block foreign skilled workers, affecting tech, healthcare, and other critical sectors across the US economy
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US Bill to end H-1B exemptions puts universities, Indian academics at risk
US H-1B Bill 2025: A Republican Bill in the US Congress seeks to end H-1B visa exemptions for universities and research bodies, a move that could hit Indian academics hard
Datanomics: US targets optional practical training amid H-1B visa issue
The share of Indian students pursuing OPT has nearly doubled from 22.12 per cent in 2006-07 to over 40 per cent in 2023-24
 "Datanomics: US targets optional practical training amid H-1B visa issue")
TCS questioned by US lawmakers over H-1B hires, layoffs, wage practices
US lawmakers have sought clarifications from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) regarding its continued filing of H-1B visa petitions, even as the company carries out layoffs of American tech workers
 "TCS questioned by US lawmakers over H-1B hires, layoffs, wage practices")
China's K visa comes into effect today: Can it be an alternative to H-1B?
China, which already has R visa in place since 2013 for high-level talent, added the K visa to specifically targets foreign young talent working in the science and technology sector
 "China's K visa comes into effect today: Can it be an alternative to H-1B?")