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Trump's US immigration changes explained: 5 things Indians should know

India is expected to be among the countries most affected, as Indian nationals account for a significant share of H-1B workers.
Published on Jul 11, 2026 12:06 am IST

What is the proposed US 'Duration of Status' rule change?

The Department of Homeland Security is moving toward replacing the long-standing "Duration of Status" policy for F and J visa holders with fixed stay periods
Published on Jul 01, 2026 08:12 am IST

Indian man's decision to return home after layoff sparks buzz: ‘Mr. T’

A 33-year-old Indian man discusses his decision to return to India after losing his job in the US amid visa uncertainties.
Updated on May 29, 2026 03:22 pm IST

Canada asks Indian and other international students to confirm visa compliance

Canada asks Indian and other international students to confirm visa compliance
Published on Apr 08, 2026 10:04 am IST

‘Tricked into war’: Two Jammu youths who went to Russia return in body bags

Both, Maninder and Sachin, went to Russia on student visa and were working part-time. (File)
Published on Apr 07, 2026 07:12 am IST

Indian students enrolment to US institutions drops by 6.9 per: Govt in RS

Indian students enrolment to US institutions drops by 6.9 per: Govt in RS
Published on Apr 02, 2026 05:50 pm IST

NYC Mayor says Trump agreed to immediately release Columbia student detained by ICE

NYC Mayor says Trump agreed to immediately release Columbia student detained by ICE
Published on Feb 27, 2026 02:22 am IST

Pic of desi students at Irish university's food bank queue sparks backlash

A picture published by the Irish Times appears to show desi students lining up at the University of Galway's food bank
Updated on Mar 01, 2026 06:18 am IST

Immigration judge rejects Trump effort to deport pro-Palestinian Tufts student

The arrest of Rumeysa Ozturk, a child development researcher, in the Boston suburb of Somerville, was captured in a viral video that shocked many and drew criticism from civil rights groups.
Updated on Feb 10, 2026 05:30 am IST

Australia puts India to ‘highest-risk’ category for student visas: What to know

India is the second-largest source of international students to Australia after China. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 14, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Indian man on student visa charged with shocking crimes in Rhode Island

Samyag Uday Doshi arrested for allegedly collecting cash in scam targeting elderly.
Published on Dec 09, 2025 08:59 am IST

US colleges see rise in international student deferrals amid visa challenges

Visa challenges remain a significant barrier for international students in the US, with institutions offering international student deferrals.
Published on Nov 24, 2025 09:31 pm IST

Indians hit highest rejection rate in Canada study visa even as ties on the mend

Canada has lowered the number of international student permits it issues for the second year in a row.
Published on Nov 03, 2025 08:30 pm IST

Delhi HC directs Centre to bring back Indian forced to join Russia-Ukraine war

The Ukrainian military said on October 7 said thatSahil Mahmad Husen, an Indian man fighting alongside Russian forces, had surrendered to Ukrainian troops on the frontline. (Video grab)
Published on Nov 03, 2025 07:30 pm IST

Ludhiana: 27-year-old deported from UK after fake degree scam exposed

The immigration authorities at IGI Airport, Delhi handed over Sahil and the fake documents to the Delhi Police. (HT Photo)
Published on Oct 22, 2025 03:12 am IST

F-1 Visa denial after single question sparks discussion on student visa woes

An Austrian citizen's F-1 visa application was denied after a brief interview, leading to confusion about future options.
Updated on Oct 21, 2025 11:41 pm IST

Trump’s H-1B and student visa rules slam doors on Indian marriages, study plans

The US hosts 2.1 million NRIs, once highly sought-after marriage prospects in India. But Trump’s H-1B overhaul,
Updated on Oct 09, 2025 03:06 pm IST

Indian student wins 89 lakh scholarship, but US denies visa: ‘You have not…'

Kaushik Raj has secured admission to MS in Data Journalism at Columbia University.
Updated on Oct 09, 2025 12:09 pm IST

Indian woman on F-1 OPT shares journey from lost job offer to full-time success

Singhal completed her master’s degree in behavioural and decision sciences in May 2024.
Published on May 14, 2026 10:15 am IST

US student visa arrivals fall to four-year low due to nearly 50% drop from India

The number of Indians opting for a US student visa fell 45% while those from China fell 12%.
Updated on Sept 23, 2025 12:00 pm IST

Will student visa holders have to pay $100,000 to get H1-B visa? WH says…

Representational image.
Published on Sept 21, 2025 07:52 am IST

Punjab: Barnala woman nabbed in Canada marriage fraud case

Station house officer Gurminder Singh of Sehna police station said that police are conducting raids to locate and apprehend the remaining accused. (HT File)
Published on Sept 20, 2025 07:46 am IST

‘Do not overstay’: UK warns foreign students amid spike in asylum pleas

Pakistan primary country of origin for applicants, followed by India, Bangladesh, and Nigeria.
Updated on Sept 04, 2025 02:02 am IST

'Send them back in shackles': Sanjay Raut on US student visa curbs proposal

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut was reacting to the Trump administration's controversial proposal seeking to limit visa validity for foreign students.
Updated on Sept 02, 2025 01:29 pm IST

US issues fresh warning to Indian students; 'Your visa may be revoked if...'

US laws can have serious consequences for your student visa, said the US embassy in India.
Published on Sept 01, 2025 12:26 am IST

Violating US laws can have serious consequences on student visa: US Embassy

The latest warning by the US Embassy in India comes after the Trump administration initiated plans to shorten the duration of visas for students, apart from cultural exchange visitors, and members of the media.
Updated on Aug 30, 2025 03:59 pm IST

Drop in international enrollment, colleges face financial struggles

Colleges face financial struggles as Trump policies send international enrollment plummeting
Published on Aug 30, 2025 10:32 am IST

Trump moves to limit visa for foreign nationals: How it will affect Indians

The Trump administration said that international students have forever taken advantage of the "US generosity" and have become "forever students"
Updated on Aug 28, 2025 03:59 pm IST

Donald Trump's new student visa policy set to dent US economy, erode local jobs

A file photo of a student protest at Harvard University.
Updated on Aug 28, 2025 02:27 pm IST

Indian student arrivals nearly halve in the US on Trump visa policy

Total arrivals on student visas fell for the fourth straight month in July 2025, declining 28% to just under 79,000. (representational image)
Updated on Aug 19, 2025 01:44 pm IST