Sai Sankar
Mumbai Doctor Shocked as US Denies B1/B2 Visa Despite Strong Travel Record
A Mumbai doctor was refused a US B1/B2 visa under INA §214(b) despite strong travel history; rising denials…
Trump’s Second Term Cripples Universities: Funding, Visas, and Freedom
Federal funding freezes and immigration actions in 2025 have halted major research at institutions like Harvard and Columbia,…
USCIS Reverses Expanded CSPA: Final Action Dates Now Control Age
USCIS will use only Final Action Dates to calculate CSPA age for adjustment of status effective August 15,…
Bay Area Oracle+SAP Manager Highlights PERM, LMT Stress for H‑1B Workers
Stalled PERM cases in tech reflect a weaker 2025 hiring market and stricter H-1B rules. More U.S. applicants…
7 Phrases to Avoid at Immigration and How They Jeopardize Entry
Mid-2025 border controls prioritize consistency and documentary proof: mismatched answers or vague plans can trigger secondary inspection or…
Don’t Worry — An Indian Student’s Inspiring Study Abroad Journey
In 2025, over 1.8 million Indian students study abroad. Aria’s experience at University of Chicago highlights choosing fit…
U.S. Revokes Over 6,000 Student Visas in 2025 Crackdown
The 2025 surge in visa revocations canceled over 6,000 student visas and nearly 40,000 total, tied to crimes,…
Anonymous Amazon Post Urges Layoffs Targeting H‑1B Workers, Sparks Backlash
A TeamBlind post prompted 2025 debates after calling for H‑1B workers to be fired first. H‑1B median pay…
New Zealand Mother and Son Freed After Three Weeks in Dilley Detention
A pending Form I-360 triggered the July 24, 2025 detention of Sarah Shaw and her six-year-old at Dilley,…
“Bye, Bye India and Reservation”: Tax Consultant Warns of Brain Drain Crisis
India’s 2024–2025 brain drain sees 60,000–75,000 engineers and doctors leaving annually; 62% of top JEE Advanced students pursue…
I Didn’t Lose My Indian Roots — Studying Abroad Gave Me the World
Maahir Gupta describes moving from India’s competition to collaborative campuses at Georgia Tech and Oxford. He kept cultural…
Complete Guide to Applying for a Belgium Tourist Visa from India
For Indians visiting Belgium, apply 30–60 days before departure with a signed Schengen application, €30,000 insurance, flight and…
Google Engineer on H-1B Considers Returning to India Amid Visa Uncertainty and Family
A 28-year-old Google H-1B engineer faces a choice: stay in the U.S. for career benefits or return to…
Kuwait Launches Digital ‘Kuwait Visa’ Platform With Four-Tier System
In August 2025 Kuwait introduced the Kuwait Visa Platform, a digital four‑tier system expanding access for tourists, families,…
Is the UK Losing Its Appeal for Indian Students and Professionals?
Policy changes—£41,700 Skilled Worker threshold and dependants ban from January 2024—drove Indian work visas down 50% and student…