India
Visa and immigration updates for Indian nationals — H-1B sponsorship trends, OCI card rules, NRI tax obligations, passport services, and bilateral agreements between India and destination countries.
Rohingya refugees reportedly forced by Indian authorities into sea near Myanmar
Indian authorities forced 40 Rohingya refugees, including women and children, into Myanmar’s perilous waters in May 2025. This breach of non-refoulement sparked international condemnation. Many refugees remain missing, fueling fears…
US Embassy warns Indian citizens of strict penalties for visa overstays
Indian citizens face harsh new US immigration enforcement. Visa overstays now trigger automatic bans and cancellations. The Trump…
Indo Thai Airport Services takes over at Mumbai Airport after Celebi exit
Mumbai Airport saw a swift operational change after Celebi lost security clearance on May 15, 2025. Indo Thai…
Visa Waiver Program grows, but India remains outside US travel list
The U.S. Visa Waiver Program grants faster entry to citizens from 41 countries using ESTA, but excludes India…
Supreme Court Slams ‘Thrown to Sea’ Rohingya Claim
The Supreme Court of India kept Rohingya deportations in place, demanding robust direct evidence before halting government action.…
Priya Saxena wins court reprieve from deportation, can seek OPT
Indian PhD graduate Priya Saxena secured court protection against deportation following a minor traffic infraction and visa loss,…
ICE targets Indian students after Columbia University dorm searches
ICE’s stricter enforcement at Columbia University, especially targeting Indian students, has resulted in record terminations and rising deportation…
Air India urged government to block IndiGo-Turkish Airlines partnership
A codeshare between IndiGo and Turkish Airlines faces government scrutiny over security and economic risks. Air India disputes…
Indian Student Rajat jailed in Singapore for molesting Singapore Airlines cabin crew
A 20-year-old Indian student named Rajat received a three-week jail sentence in Singapore for molesting a Singapore Airlines…
Rohingya refugees flown by Indian authorities toward Andaman Sea
In May 2025, Indian authorities reportedly deported 40 Rohingya refugees via the Andaman Sea, provoking strong UN and…