Mass cancellations push H-1B visa stamping interviews to late 2026, causing panic. Immigration attorneys advise documenting everything and seeking remote work options. Learn the key steps to protect your job.
Tech giants Google and Apple advise employees on US work visas to avoid international travel due to visa stamping delays of up to a year at embassies, risking being stranded.
Major US visa delays up to 12 months due to enhanced screening. Google & Apple warn H-1B holders against travel. Indian professionals among the worst affected. Read more.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded in India after US consulates abruptly cancelled their renewal appointments, rescheduling them months later due to enhanced social media vetting. Read about the impact and uncertainty.
Strict US social media checks cause major visa delays, stranding Indian professionals in India. US firms adopt remote work & urgent travel plans. Learn the impact on tech sector and alternative visas.
Google and Apple advise US visa-holding employees against international travel due to severe delays in visa stamping at embassies. The new social media screening is causing major backlogs.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after US consulates abruptly cancelled their visa renewal appointments, citing new social media screening rules. Learn about the impact and what's at stake.
H-1B and H-4 visa applicants face over a year's delay in US interview slots, causing travel and family disruptions. Lawyer advises monitoring portals and avoiding non-essential travel. Read more.
Australia's landmark ban on social media for users under 16 sparks global debate. We examine its feasibility in India, the massive challenges, and potential alternatives to an outright ban. Explore the future of online safety for minors.
Google cautions US-based employees on H-1B, F, J visas against international travel due to severe visa stamping delays of up to 12 months at embassies, including India, linked to new social media vetting rules.
Saudi Arabia deported nearly 56,000 Pakistani beggars, dealing a major blow to Pakistan's global image. Gulf nations now tighten visa rules, impacting genuine workers and pilgrims.
US visa interview wait times in India stretch up to 10 months for tourists. Govt reveals US now treats every visa as a national security decision, impacting schedules. Details inside.
Trump's immigration crackdown pushes H-1B visa interviews to October 2026, risking jobs and traumatizing Indian families. Read about the uncertainty and delays.
The US State Department has issued the January 2026 Visa Bulletin with priority dates for family and employment visas. Check the latest filing and final action dates for Indian applicants here.
India temporarily shuts two visa application centers in Bangladesh due to security situation. Operations suspended in Dhaka's Gulshan and Uttara areas. Details inside.
India has temporarily closed its visa application centers in Dhaka and Sylhet, Bangladesh, due to the security situation. Operations have shifted to the High Commission. Learn more.
US Republicans propose a total ban on the H-1B visa program, a major shift impacting Indian professionals. Get the latest details on this critical development.
The Indian government has launched a digital platform to fast-track visas for foreign engineers and technical experts needed by domestic manufacturers. This move cuts red tape and aims to boost production investment.
H-1B visa delays due to social media vetting leave Indians stranded. Experts advise keeping your job at all costs, as finding a new one could cost a company $100,000. Learn the critical steps to take now.
US visa delays due to social media vetting leave H-1B holders stranded in India. Experts advise keeping your job to avoid a $100,000 fee for new sponsorship. Read crucial advice.
H-1B workers and H-4 dependents report increased 221(g) visa refusals after US consulates ask about public social media profiles. Learn what a 221(g) slip means and how to respond.
New US social media vetting from Dec 15 leads to 221(g) slips for all visa applicants, causing major delays. Indian H-1B professionals are stuck, fearing job loss. Read the full impact.
An H-1B renewal applicant details the new social media screening at the US Consulate in Chennai, receiving a 221(g) slip. Learn about the process and its implications for future applicants.
Slovenia joins Europe's digital nomad visa trend, offering remote workers a one-year stay. Learn eligibility, income requirements (€3,200/month), and how to apply for this Schengen opportunity.
An international student's H-1B visa sponsorship was abruptly withdrawn by his employer, forcing a US exit. Read his shocking story and the uncertain future for Indian H-1B holders.
New US rules require H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to make social media accounts public for review. Indian professionals, forming the core of America's tech workforce, face the highest impact. Learn what this means for your American dream.
Australia's landmark ban on social media for under-16s is prompting countries from Denmark to Malaysia to consider similar laws. Explore the global crackdown on children's online safety.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
The US mandates stricter H-1B visa vetting, including resume reviews & LinkedIn checks. New social media screening for all applicants starts December 15. Read the full impact.