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US court sentences Indian national for visa fraud, orders deportation

US court sentences Indian national for visa fraud, orders deportation

Updated 3 days ago

H-1B visa: US bans four companies from hiring foreign employees, here's why

The US Department of Labor has labelled GowraTech, Renotek Group, Seeloz, and Sherwood Academy as willful violators of H-1B regulations, banning them from applying for H-1B visas until 2027 or 2028.

Updated 4 days ago

Panchkula: Travel agent booked for ₹1L fraud

The investigation has been transferred to the anti-immigration fraud unit, Panchkula. (HT FILE)

Published 20 days ago

Trump's H-1B fraud probe explained: Why Cognizant was named and what it means

The H-1B program allows US employers to hire foreign professionals in specialized occupations.

Published 23 days ago

'American jobs are for Americans': JD Vance on why US is probing H-1B visas

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at the 128th Air Refueling Wing Hangar on July 08, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Updated 23 days ago

Who is Mitul Patel? Indian national pleads guilty to US visa fraud scheme

Mitul Patel, an Indian national, admitted guilt in a visa fraud conspiracy linked to staged robberies for U visa applications.

Updated 37 days ago

US visa delays explained? Reddit user points to H-1B, student visas ‘misuse’

The post prompted a wide-ranging discussion, with several commenters expressing differing views on the reasons behind increased visa scrutiny.

Published 39 days ago

Who is Neeraj Sharma? India-born CEO to lose US citizenship, here's why

A CEO from India, Neeraj Sharma, is among 17 naturalised citizens facing denaturalisation by the Trump administration for alleged fraud in acquiring US citizenship.

Updated 54 days ago

H-1B fraud row: 30 US companies under probe over alleged visa abuse network

Investigators allege that some firms operated so-called “ghost offices."

Published 94 days ago

Ten Indian nationals indicted for visa fraud conspiracy

Ten Indian nationals indicted for visa fraud conspiracy

Published 114 days ago

Indian-origin brothers face 400 years in jail for visa, Medicaid fraud in US

The seal of the Dept of Justice is shown on the podium.

Published 139 days ago

10 Indians arrested in US for staged armed robberies to claim visa benefits

The FBI said 11 Indians have been charged in connection with staged armed robberies.

Updated 141 days ago

Who are Bhaskar and Arun? Indian-origin brothers face up to 420 years in prison

The seal of the Dept of Justice is shown on the podium.

Updated 142 days ago

Indian-origin brothers face 400 years in prison after multi-fraud conviction

The brothers face statutory maximum sentences of 420 years and 415 years in prison.

Updated 143 days ago

Punjab couple held in UP's Mathura for operating illegal immigration racket

Punjab couple held in UP's Mathura for operating illegal immigration racket

Published 152 days ago

Visa Fraud se Bache: UK takes campaign to Haryana

The campaign was launched during an event at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology in Sonepat’s Murthal. (HT)

Published 156 days ago

Over 130 arrested in 2025 for visa and passport fraud at IGI

Over 130 arrested in 2025 for visa and passport fraud at IGI

Published 210 days ago

‘Pause new H-1B issuances’: Indian-origin US diplomat calls out rising scam

US diplomat Mahvash Siddiqui advocates for halting the H-1B visa program amid extensive fraud in Chennai.

Published 228 days ago

Cops nab fraud for cheating Nepali couple of ₹27 lakh promising UK job

Cops nab fraud for cheating Nepali couple of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>27 lakh promising UK job

Published 256 days ago

Iran ends visa-free entry for Indians amid cases of fake job promises, abduction

Iran's suspension of the 'visa waiver facility' for ordinary Indian passport holders will take effect from November 22, 2025.

Updated 257 days ago

US lawmakers introduce bill to change H-1B, L-1 system

Senator Chuck Grassley (left) and senator Dick Durbin (right). (AP)

Updated 305 days ago

Five Indian-Americans charged with sex trafficking, forced child labor

Ten juveniles were rescued from a labor trafficking network that compelled youngsters under the age of 12 to work long hours in filthy, dangerous, and unhygienic hotels for little to no pay, according to court filings.

Published 351 days ago

Chandigarh: British high commission launches Punjabi WhatsApp chatbot to prevent visa fraud

Daniel Sherry, political counsellor, British high commission, and (right) Amandeep Grewal, deputy head of mission, Chandigarh. (HT)

Published 360 days ago

Chandigarh: Zirakpur man loses 5.5L to overseas job fraud

A case was registered at Sector-17 Police Station under Sections 406 and 420 of the IPC and Section 24 of the Immigration Act. (HT photo for representation)

Published 370 days ago

UAE debunks Golden Visa shortcut, says ‘claims have no legal basis’; read

UAE debunks Golden Visa claims

Published 389 days ago

FBI arrests 2 Chinese researchers for smuggling ‘dangerous fungus’ into US

FBI Director Kash Patel described the case as a stark warning that the CCP is actively deploying operatives and researchers to infiltrate American institutions.

Updated 424 days ago

Interpol issues 2 silver notices to trace assets of criminals on India’s request

FILE PHOTO: A CBI statement said 51 countries including India are taking part in the first phase of issuance of silver notices as a pilot project. (REUTERS)

Updated 432 days ago

Abdul Murshid and Muhammad Nasir: Pakistani nationals held for visa fraud in US

Who are Abdul Murshid and Muhammad Nasir? Pakistani nationals in Texas arrested for years-long visa fraud in US (@FBIDallas/X)

Published 434 days ago

Police warn public to be vigilant against rising instances of visa fraud in Kerala

Police warn public to be vigilant against rising instances of visa fraud in Kerala

Published 498 days ago

UK launches visa fraud awareness campaign in Punjab

Outreach activities will be conducted in and around Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Chandigarh to educate people of potential scams while applying for visas, as part of UK’s visa fraud awareness campaign (HT Photo)

Published 520 days ago

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