India
Stay informed about India’s immigration policies, visa requirements, and legal aspects of moving to or from India. This section provides up-to-date information essential for navigating the complexities of Indian immigration law and procedures.
Howard University expert questions merit behind H-1B visas
The H-1B program, as analyzed by Professor Ron Hira, fails to ensure American worker protection or select candidates based on merit or shortage. Random lottery allocation and wage incentives for…
Visa Bans Target Indian Travel Executives Linked to Illegal Immigration
On May 19, 2025, the US enforced sweeping visa bans against Indian travel executives tied to illegal immigration.…
India launches new OCI portal to improve services for cardholders
India upgraded its OCI cardholder experience through a user-friendly digital portal, fast-track airport processing, and pending legal reforms.…
Indian students hit hardest by US visa revocations, immigration lawyers say
Over 1,024 international students, mostly Indians, had U.S. visas revoked or SEVIS status terminated since March 2025, disrupting…
India faces UN probe over deportation of Rohingya refugees
In May 2025, India allegedly deported Rohingya refugees into the sea, sparking international outrage. The United Nations and…
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Foils Human Trafficking Plot
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport officials stopped a human trafficking operation using forged ECR passports and visas for Kuwait.…
“India is Not Dharamshala”: We are Struggling with 140 crore Population says Supreme Court to Immigrants
The Supreme Court of India denied a Sri Lankan Tamil’s settlement plea after a UAPA conviction, stressing national…
Çelebi Aviation faces operations halt after India pulls ground handling license
India suspended Çelebi Aviation’s ground handling license at nine major airports over security concerns, affecting thousands of jobs…
Visa temples draw Indians seeking help despite U.S. deportations
Chilkur Balaji Temple and others in India play vital roles for U.S. visa-seekers. Despite deportations, hope remains strong,…
U.S. Embassy warns Indian travelers: visa overstays risk deportation
Indian visa holders risk immediate deportation or long bans if they overstay in the U.S., even by one…