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Canada visa fraud: IRCC warns Indians about fake agents and forged visas

Canada cautions applicants about scams, cash-only deals, and fake documents as Indian police probe forged visas and Canada uncovers online fraud networks

US travel bans: Why some admitted foreign students can't reach the US

Some would-be international students are not showing up on American campuses this fall despite offers of admission because of logjams with visa applications

UK anti-immigration rallies: Why London protests worry Indian community

Over 100,000 joined Tommy Robinson's London rally as tensions rose. Indians in UK say they feel unsafe after a Sikh woman was raped in a racist assault

‘Go back’ rallies in Australia: Why Indians are in the crosshairs | Immigration

Anti-immigration rallies in Australia have sparked fresh debate on migration. Protesters claim the system is broken — and Indians, the second-largest migrant group.

US visa bulletin October: EB-5 green card for Indians jumps 15 months

US visa bulletin October 2025: India records notable progress in employment and family green card categories as the US publishes its October 2025 visa bulletin

Don't join Russian army! Indians duped with job and money offers in Moscow

Indians duped into fighting in Ukraine as government renews warning on Russian army recruitment

Canada visa wait times: Get PR card in 36 days, work visa in 8 weeks

Latest IRCC data shows rising delays for Indian applicants, with PR, study and visitor visas taking weeks to months depending on route and location

F-1 visa denied for being 'too successful'? Bengaluru man shares experience

An Indian professional from Bengaluru says his US student visa was denied after a consular officer told him he was "already successful"

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

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"

Shah launches faster immigration clearance programme at 5 more airports

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched the Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP), which fast-tracks the immigration process of pre-verified Indian nationals and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card holders, in five more airports. The special initiative was first rolled out at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here in July 2024 and two months later launched in seven more airports -- Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Cochin and Ahmedabad. Today, the FTI-TTP was launched in Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Kozhikode and Amritsar. "Fast Track Immigration: Trusted Traveller Programme makes immigration simpler, faster and hassle-free," the minister said at a special programme held virtually. OCI card holders and Indian citizens travelling abroad will receive the maximum benefit under the programme, Shah said. So far, three lakh people have registered and 2.65 lakh availed the facility so far. The programme ensures faster

Bypass Immigration queues: Fast Track expands to 5 more airports in India

E-Gates Roll Out in Lucknow, Amritsar, Kozhikode, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram

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

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

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

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

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

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