Economist Peter Schiff sparks debate, arguing Trump's proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee may lead companies to hire remote workers outside the US, impacting the American economy. Read the full analysis.
National Medical Commission announces new fee structure for medical college approvals & MBBS seat increase. Applications open Dec 29. Get all details here.
US VP JD Vance defends Trump's H-1B visa rules, calling them 'true Christian politics' that protect American workers. Read about the legal challenges and expert analysis.
Barmer Collector Tina Dabi was drawn into a protest by college students against a fee hike. Students demanded to meet her and used the term 'reel star', leading to a controversy. Read the full story.
Mumbai students opting for the fourth year of NEP 2020 UG programmes from 2026-27 will face a 25-50% fee hike. Colleges cite lack of govt aid and rising costs. Read more.
A former USCIS official warns the Trump administration may permanently end Green Card programs, citing a pattern of using isolated incidents to suspend immigration avenues. Read the full analysis.
Immigration attorney Rebecca Chen warns H-1B visa holders about a new $100,000 fee for consular processing. Learn how to maintain valid status and use the 60-day grace period wisely.
Delhi's new fee regulation law joins a national landscape. We compare Tamil Nadu's fixation model, Gujarat's hard caps, and Maharashtra's consensus approach, examining legal challenges and implementation hurdles.
A new report reveals the Trump administration may pursue denaturalisation of some citizens. Experts warn this move risks politicising US citizenship. Read the full analysis.
The Trump administration escalates denaturalization efforts, setting monthly targets. With India among top nations for new citizens, concerns rise over quotas and anti-immigrant sentiment. Learn the facts and implications.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Orissa High Court issues notice to state over PIL challenging last-minute revision of MBBS/BDS fees for 2025-26. Petitioners allege 78% hike hurt meritorious poor students. Next hearing on Jan 20.
A coalition of 20 US states, led by California, files a lawsuit against the Trump administration's drastic H-1B visa fee increase to $100,000, calling it illegal and destructive for key sectors. Read the full analysis.
USCIS shocks immigrants with a new photo rule: photos must be under 3 years old and taken by authorized providers only. Learn how this affects your visa, green card, and work permit applications.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation proposes major hike in licence fees for hotels, restaurants, and nursing homes from April 2026. Public objections invited. Read details.
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
USCIS reduces EAD validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees, asylees & immigrants. Indian professionals in green card backlog face major disruption. Read the full analysis.
Trump administration orders re-review of Green Cards & asylum from 19 nations, causing massive USCIS delays. Expert warns of unprecedented backlog. Read details.
The Trump administration cuts work permit validity for asylum seekers from 5 years to 18 months, intensifying legal immigration crackdown. Learn the impact on migrants and US industries.
The Trump administration reduces work permit validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees & asylum seekers. New USCIS rule aims for stricter vetting. Details inside.
Aligarh Muslim University forms committee to investigate students who allegedly didn't pay fees after the university switched from manual to online payment during Covid-19.
A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
The US has paused immigration applications for individuals from 19 countries. Learn about the affected nations, the policy's implications, and its connection to earlier travel bans.
USCIS detains spouses during marriage-based green card interviews in San Diego, causing anxiety. Experts explain the shift, impact on overstays, and advice for Indian applicants.
A TDSAT ruling on airport tariff calculation could force Delhi & Mumbai airports to recover over Rs 50,000 crore from passengers, potentially causing a massive surge in airfares. The Supreme Court hears the case today.
Paris's Louvre Museum will increase entry fees for non-EU visitors from €22 to €32 in 2026. The move aims to fund a major modernisation plan. Here's what Indian travellers need to know.
Key news for students: Parliament winter session begins, CAT application fee rises 31%, Sanchar Saathi app mandatory on new phones, and BSF reports on Jammu border. Stay informed!
A TDSAT order redefining airport tariffs for FY09-FY14 could lead to a ₹50,000 crore recovery, pushing user fees up dramatically for Delhi & Mumbai passengers. Read the full impact.
US ICE agents are detaining foreign spouses at green card interviews for overstaying visas. Lawyers report a sharp escalation in San Diego. Read more.