The US State Department revoked more than 100,000 visas in 2025, the highest annual figure ever recorded. This surge follows an executive order by President Trump reinstating stricter vetting rules.
Mizoram has enrolled nearly 80% of over 30,000 Myanmar refugees biometrically. Key districts show high completion rates, though challenges remain in some areas. Read the latest update.
US immigration attorney clarifies rules for laid-off H-1B holders in India. Learn about the 60-day grace period, travel dangers, and essential steps to protect your status.
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
H-1B and H-4 visa holders face major delays due to new social media vetting in India. Experts warn against travel for stamping, advise preparing for a long stay. Read more.
US visa applicants in India face routine 221(g) notices due to mandatory social media vetting, causing delays. Immigration attorney Steven Brown explains the process and offers a checklist to navigate the 'administrative processing'.
Bollywood actor Elnaaz Norouzi reveals fleeing Iran at 8, surviving on one potato & egg in a German refugee camp. She speaks 7 languages, programs robots & built her career from scratch. Read her inspiring journey.
Bombay High Court denies interim relief against deportation to an Ethiopian woman with eight children. She claims execution risk if sent back. Next hearing on January 13.
At least 24 Venezuelan security personnel died in the US operation capturing Nicolás Maduro. The raid triggers regional instability, refugee fears in Colombia, and global political reactions.
US Homeland Security ends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans. 600,000 individuals must now apply for refugee status or face deportation risk. Key details inside.
The US Embassy in India issued a warning on illegal immigration, sparking backlash as thousands face H-1B visa appointment delays. Read about the social media vetting and the chaos it has caused.
Major 2025 H-1B visa reforms: $100,000 fee for some petitions, mandatory social media checks, and end of random lottery. Learn how these changes impact Indian professionals and employers. Get expert guidance now!
The UAE signs a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide vital assistance to refugees and displaced persons in East Africa, focusing on Ethiopia and Somalia.
New US social media checks for H-1B visa applicants cause chaos, leading to massive delays and rescheduled appointments until 2026. Learn about DS-160 and DS-5535 forms.
Stricter US immigration checks, including social media vetting, are causing deep anxiety for Indian professionals and students. Experts reveal common mistakes to avoid for H-1B, H-4, and F-1 visa applicants to prevent delays or rejections.
At least 89 refugees from Myanmar's Chin state have crossed into Mizoram's Aizawl district following intensified military attacks ahead of junta elections. Read their harrowing accounts of survival.
A new UNHCR report reveals nearly 2 million Afghan refugees are still in Pakistan despite a deportation drive. Read about the humanitarian and regional implications.
The US State Department now requires H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to keep social media profiles public. Learn how this impacts Indian professionals and their families.
US tightens visa screening for all H-1B/H-4 applicants with social media vetting, causing massive delays. Thousands of Indian professionals stranded. Apply early and expect long waits.
Thousands of Indian H-1B holders are stranded in India after visa appointments were deferred by 6+ months due to new social media vetting. CEO Vijay Thirumalai calls the situation 'brutal' and advises pursuing a Green Card.
The US Embassy clarifies that all H-1B and H-4 visa applications undergo global security vetting. This impacts Indian professionals and families. Learn the details and process here.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after a new US social media vetting policy delays renewals. Learn about the policy change and its impact on appointments.
A tragic road accident near Nokundi, Pakistan, claims the lives of 11 Afghan nationals. Details on the crash, rescue efforts, and the ongoing investigation.
The George W. Bush Institute condemns the US suspension of Afghan Special Immigrant Visa applications, calling it a betrayal of wartime allies. Read the full story.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher shares a heartwarming post about meeting Kareena Kapoor on a flight, reminiscing about her debut film 'Refugee' in 2000. Read the full story here.
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.
India has issued over 500 visas to Afghan nationals in four months, focusing on medical access. The move highlights a humanitarian push, with plans for continued healthcare support and infrastructure projects in Afghanistan.
A Rohingya refugee was brutally murdered in Hyderabad, stabbed 19 times in a pre-dawn attack at his camp in Balapur. Police are investigating the crime.
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.