US Cuts Work Permit Validity, Impacts Indian Immigrants
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.
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US Immigration Backlog Inevitable After Trump Re-Review Order
Trump administration orders re-review of Green Cards & asylum from 19 nations, causing massive USCIS delays. Expert warns of unprecedented backlog. Read details.
US Orders Stricter H-1B Visa Vetting, Social Media Checks
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.
US Expands Travel Ban, Tightens H-1B Visa Rules
The Trump administration announces major immigration reforms: expanding travel bans, vetting H-1B social media, and cutting work permit validity. Key impacts for Indian nationals.
Trump Cuts US Work Permit Validity for Asylum Seekers
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.
US Social Media Visa Rule Stirs Panic Among Indian H-1B Workers
A new US visa rule requiring public social media access for H-1B and H-4 applicants causes deep anxiety in Indian families. Experts warn of delays, job losses for thousands. Read more.
US Cuts Work Permit Validity to 18 Months for Immigrants
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.
US Expands Social Media Vetting to H-1B, H-4 Visas
US State Department mandates social media checks for H-1B workers and H-4 dependents from Dec 15. Experts warn of delays, increased scrutiny for Indian IT professionals. Learn the new rules.
US Announces Enhanced Vetting for H-1B Visa Applicants
The Trump administration has ordered enhanced vetting for H-1B visa applicants, impacting Indian tech professionals. Learn about the new rules and their consequences.
US Enhances H-1B Visa Scrutiny, Affecting Indian Applicants
The Trump administration mandates stricter vetting for H-1B visa applicants, crucial for Indian tech talent. Learn how this policy shift impacts US recruitment and Indian professionals.
US Stops Immigration Applications from 19 Banned Countries
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.
US Pauses Immigration Applications from 19 Countries
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.
Arrests at US Green Card Interviews Worry Indian Immigrants
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.
DC Shooting Suspect Radicalised in US: Noem
Kristi Noem claims the DC National Guard shooter was radicalised after US entry. The case ignites a firestorm over Biden's Afghan refugee vetting. Read more.
Afghan Shooter Was Vetted Under Trump Administration
Fact-check reveals Afghan shooter Rahmanullah Lakanwal was vetted twice and approved under Trump in 2025, contradicting political claims. What's next for US immigration policy?
US Green Card Interviews Lead to Spouse Arrests
US ICE agents are detaining foreign spouses at green card interviews for overstaying visas. Lawyers report a sharp escalation in San Diego. Read more.
US Halts Asylum Decisions After DC Shooting
Trump administration suspends all asylum decisions following DC attack by Afghan asylee. USCIS confirms pause for enhanced vetting. Read full details.
Trump brands female reporter 'stupid' for correcting him
Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago press conference turned chaotic as he called a female reporter 'stupid' for correcting his claims on Afghan vetting. Watch the viral clip now!
Trump Blames Biden After National Guard Soldier Killed
President Trump condemns Biden administration's Afghan vetting after National Guard soldier Sarah killed in terrorist attack. Read about the security implications for the US.
US Green Card Scrutiny Intensifies After Shooting
The Trump administration orders rigorous reexamination of all Green Cards following Washington DC shooting. New vetting rules target 19 high-risk countries. Learn what this means for immigrants.
US Tightens Green Card Rules with Country-Specific Factors
USCIS updates Green Card policy manual to consider country-specific negative factors in public charge determinations. Learn how this affects Indian applicants and future immigration prospects.
US Stops Processing Afghan Immigration Requests
US Citizenship and Immigration Services suspends all Afghan-related immigration requests. Learn how this affects Special Immigrant Visa programs and refugee pathways.
US Tightens Vetting for 19 High-Risk Nations After Attack
US Citizenship and Immigration Services announces new vetting rules for 19 high-risk countries following Washington shooting by Afghan national. Read full details.
US Stops Afghan Immigration After Guard Shooting
US suspends all Afghan immigration processing indefinitely after Washington DC shooting leaves two National Guard members critically injured. Stay updated on developing story.
US Freezes 235K Refugee Green Cards, Faces Backlash
Trump administration freezes 235,000 green cards for refugees from war-torn nations. Humanitarian groups call the move unprecedented and cruel. Details inside.
Trump Administration Reviews 200,000 Biden-Era Refugees
Trump administration launches major review of refugee admissions from Biden era, affecting approximately 200,000 individuals. Learn about the implications and timeline.
Chip Roy Proposes Total US Immigration Freeze Bill
US Republican Chip Roy announces bill to freeze all immigration until strict reforms are implemented, including H-1B visa elimination and Sharia law vetting. Read full details.
US Resumes H1B Visa Processing After Shutdown Pause
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has resumed H1B visa processing after a month-long halt due to government funding issues. Here's what Indian professionals need to know about the current status and processing timelines.
Railway Board flags DPR lapses, orders stricter vetting
Indian Railway Board uncovers serious flaws in Detailed Project Reports for major infrastructure projects, orders comprehensive reforms in approval process to ensure better planning and execution.
USCIS Ends Cheque Payments for H-1B, F-1 Visas
US Citizenship and Immigration Services eliminates cheque payments, mandates debit cards for H-1B and F-1 visa applications. Learn how this impacts Indian students and professionals.
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