Despite Strong Credentials, Indians Face Sudden US Visa Refusals
In early 2025 Indian applicants experienced a spike in US visa refusals under Section 214(b), often after very…
Articles by & updated by Shashank Singh
India to Build Immigration Checkpoint Near Gelephu, Boost Bhutan Ties
On November 11, 2025, India pledged to build an integrated Gelephu immigration checkpoint, link Gelephu and Samtse to…
Trump Defends Chinese Students in the U.S., Emphasizing Small Colleges
Trump urged admitting up to 600,000 Chinese students to shield smaller colleges, while 2025 federal policies strengthen visa…
Trump warns against cuts to foreign students amid visa crackdown
In late 2025 the president warned against steep cuts to international students, calling them vital to campus finances.…
Purdue International Freshmen Drop to Lowest Since 2004
Purdue’s fall 2025 class includes 525 international freshmen (5%), the lowest since 2004. A nearly 7% drop at…
Culinary Education as a Visa Pathway for Bangladeshi Talent
Bangladesh’s culinary schools produce about 8,000 graduates yearly; 30–40% secure overseas hospitality roles. International certifications, internships, and placement…
Farmers Urge Trump to Ease Hiring of Foreign Labor Amid Shortage
In 2025, U.S. farm labor fell roughly 155,000 workers, worsening harvest and dairy staffing. Farmers urge streamlined H-2A…
Policy Shifts Drive UF International Students’ Holiday Travel Anxiety
New 2025 U.S. visa policies—social media screening, a June 9 travel ban, appointment suspensions and many revocations—have led…
ICE Plans Bounty Hunter Army to Locate and Deport Immigrants
ICE plans a performance-based program (procurement dated Oct 31, 2025) hiring contractors to verify up to 1,000,000 undocumented…