Immigrants: News
US announces fee hike for H-1B, L-1, and EB-5 visas
The United States government announced a significant increase in fees for various non-immigrant visas, including H-1B, L-1, and EB-5, which are popular among Indians seeking to immigrate to the US.
Everything you should know about next Dutch PM Geert Wilders
Geert Wilders, leader of the Netherlands' far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), is set to secure a remarkable victory in the Dutch elections.
UK announces 'illegal migration bill'; PM Rishi Sunak warns migrants
United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday announced bringing a strict and controversial law the "Illegal Migration Bill" against illegal migrants coming from different countries. It will likely block them from seeking asylum or citizenship.
Immigrants constitute quarter of Canada's population; largest proportion from India
As per Statistics Canada's latest census data, Indians constitute a major portion of the immigrant population in Canada.
US: Woman arrested for hurling racial slurs, assaulting Indian women
A woman was arrested for assaulting and racially abusing four Indian women in Dallas, Texas in the United States (US) on Wednesday.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why Canada searching for immigrants to fill 10L vacancies
More than 10 lakh jobs are currently available in Canada.
Madhya Pradesh: Six Pakistani migrants granted Indian citizenship
Six Pakistani migrants, living in Madhya Pradesh for decades, have been granted Indian citizenship on Wednesday under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), officials said.
Mexico deports over 300 Indians after US pressure on immigration
In an unprecedented move, Mexico deported over 300 Indians to Delhi via a Boeing 747-400 charter.
Poor people can't legally immigrate to Trump's America anymore
In what could cut legal immigration to the United States by half, the Trump administration said yesterday that those seeking public benefits could be denied green cards.
Indian 'students', who enrolled in fake US university, return home
Days after the United States Homeland Security busted a 'pay-to-stay' scam and detained nearly 129 Indian students, several others who also enrolled in the fake university are returning home, reports HT.
US college scam: Hundreds of Indian students face deportation, jail
Hundreds of Indian students studying in the US could face deportation or even jail, after the arrest of eight men - all Indian or of Indian-origin - who had enrolled them in a fake university run by US undercover agents.
UK visa costs increase significantly for Indians, non-EU migrants
The overall cost for a UK visa for Indians as well as non-EU citizens will increase from Tuesday after plans to increase the immigration health surcharge (IHS) were approved.
US: Since 2014, over 20,000 Indians have sought political asylum
More than 20,000 Indians, mostly men, have sought asylum in the US since 2014, according to the latest figures.
Dramatic increase in number of H-1B visas being held up?
Claiming there has been a "dramatic increase" in the number of H-1B visas being held up, a coalition of American employers representing top IT companies has alleged that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is acting outside of its own regulations.
UK visa cost to increase significantly for Indians, non-EU immigrants
With plans in place to raise the immigration health surcharge (IHS) that is payable when students, professionals, and family members apply for a UK visa, the overall cost for a UK visa is set to go up for Indians as well as non-EU immigrants.
14 immigration, 46 e-visa counters added in Delhi airport
Those who are flying out of Delhi are set to face less hassle at the airport.
Illegal Indian-immigrants being treated like criminals in US-jail: Advocacy groups
Fifty-two illegal Indian immigrants, mostly Sikhs, seeking asylum in the US are being treated like criminals with their turbans taken away in a federal prison in Oregon after getting caught up in Trump administration's controversial "zero-tolerance" policy, said legal advocacy groups.
Trump defends 'zero-tolerance-policy' towards immigration, urges Congress to change laws
US President Donald Trump defended his administration's "zero-tolerance" policy towards immigration, blaming the opposition Democrats for the current mess.
At least 2,000 children separated from families at US-Mexico border
At least 2,000 children have been separated from their families or guardians who illegally crossed the US-Mexico border, since a policy allowing the same came into effect.
Indian-American youths offer to fund Trump's wall for green cards
Hundreds of Indian-origin teenagers and young adults rallied in front of Capitol Hill to protest against more attention being given to illegal immigrants.
The most common types of US visas for Indians
The US is one of the world's most visited countries and anyone wishing to enter it must first obtain a visa.
New Zealand opens doors for immigrants with sex work skills
New Zealand (NZ), which became the first country in the world to legalize prostitution 15 years ago, has gone a step further.
Australia scraps 457 visa program, popular with Indians
In a crackdown on foreign workforce, Australia has scrapped its popular employer-sponsored 457 visa program, widely used by Indians.
Horrified by H-1B restrictions, Indian techies find home in Canada
With the Trump government further tightening the noose around getting H-1B visas, Indians are losing hope in the American dream. Disillusioned, they are turning to Canada in large numbers, in search for a new home, a new dream.
Indian-Americans support Trump's merit-based immigration plan at White House rally
In a rare pro-Trump rally, hundreds of skilled Indian workers and their families gathered outside the White House in Washington on Saturday to support the American President's plan for a merit-based immigration system.
Report: Huge spike in Indian immigrants wanting US citizenship
A study by the Pew Research Centre has found that India and Ecuador registered the highest spikes in immigrants wanting to become US citizens between 2005-2015.
Why take people from 'shithole' countries?: Trump discusses immigrants
It's no secret that US President Donald Trump is not a fan of immigrants, but his recent comments have shocked several quarters.
Bill for increasing green card allocation introduced in US
US President Donald Trump's policy changes with respect to immigrants have been in news quite a lot.
Saudi Arabia arrests 337,281 illegal immigrants
Saudi Arabia has arrested 337,281 expatriates, living illegally in the gulf nation without residence or work permit.
'Identify and deport': Centre ups ante against illegal immigrants
The Centre has stepped up against illegal immigration and asked states to identify and deport immigrants.
Trump backs restrictions on legal-immigration, what it means for India?
US President Donald Trump has now signed a new law which is likely to curb legal immigration and reduce the number of green cards issued in a year.
Two Indian-Americans among 38 'Great Immigrants' awardees this time
Two prominent Indian-Americans are among a list of 38 immigrants who will be honored this year for their contributions to the American culture and economy.
Indians top the list in acquiring foreign citizenship: OECD report
Indians top the list when it comes to acquiring foreign citizenship. In 2015, 1.3 lakh people of Indian origin acquired citizenship of the 35 OECD countries.
Thousands of illegal Indian immigrants to return from Saudi
Thousands of Indian workers who were living in Saudi Arabia illegally are set to return to India under a government approved amnesty scheme.
Illegal immigration: 38 Indians detained in UK
As many as 38 Indian nationals, including nine women, were detained by British immigration officials for overstaying their visas or working illegally.
Now, New Zealand toughens immigration requirements
In an attempt to limit immigration in the country, the government of New Zealand has decided to toughen visa norms for skilled immigrants.