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The Trump administration has begun reviewing a proposed overhaul of the H-1B visa programme, potentially affecting thousands of Indian professionals. Details remain undisclosed, while separate proposals seek to impose a $103,265 fee and change rules for foreign workers.
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The Trump administration has proposed a steep new $103,265 fee on employers filing cap‑subject H‑1B petitions, a move that could significantly raise costs for recruiting skilled foreign workers, including professionals from India.
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The US Homeland Security Department will expand existing $4,000 H-1B and $4,500 L-1 fees to qualifying visa extension petitions from September 9. The move could raise immigration costs for employers, indirectly affecting Indian technology professionals and other foreign workers
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The US is considering a USD 1,00,000 fee on Optional Practical Training visas for international students after graduation. The proposal comes after a court struck down a similar H-1B visa fee plan and could significantly affect students seeking work experience
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Grounding its ruling in the Constitution, the US Supreme Court made reversing birthright citizenship far harder for future administrations
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US lawmakers from both parties welcomed a federal court ruling striking down the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa application fee. Supporters said the fee worsened staffing shortages in healthcare and education, while the White House plans to appeal the decision in court
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Indians in the United States are voicing concern over alleged H-1B visa fraud involving ghost offices, fake credentials, and fraudulent staffing firms. Texas authorities, led by Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott, have launched investigations and frozen new petitions.
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Introduced by Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, the Bill seeks to amend the 'Immigration and Nationality Act' to eliminate the H-1B visa programme, and for other purposes. The Bill has been referred to the committee on Judiciary, and in addition to committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means.
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Some H-1B visa applicants are receiving approvals after strict social media vetting by US consulates in Hyderabad and Chennai. Applicants report being asked to submit public social media handles, with cases briefly marked refused before being approved and issued.
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The Trump Administration has announced sweeping reforms to the H-1B visa system, replacing the random lottery with a weighted selection process that favours higher-skilled and higher-paid foreign workers. The new rules will take effect from February 27 and apply to the fiscal year 2027 H-1B cap season.
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US H-1B visa delays, caused by a new social media vetting policy, are leaving Indians stranded in India and risking their jobs. Some appointments have been postponed to 2026, prompting Google to advise employees against international travel.
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The Trump administration has announced enhanced screening measures for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants, requiring checks of their social media profiles. Starting December 15, the US State Department will review the online presence of applicants and their dependents.
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Twenty US states have sued the Trump administration over a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, calling it illegal and harmful to public services. The states say the move worsens labour shortages in education and healthcare.
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US Senator Ruben Gallego has urged stricter oversight of the H-1B visa programme, warning that major US tech firms are laying off domestic workers while hiring thousands of foreign professionals. The move could impact Indian engineers, who form the largest H-1B beneficiary group.
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The White House defended President Trump’s nuanced H-1B visa policy, allowing initial foreign hires to launch projects but prioritizing American workers long-term. Trump’s position has sparked debate among Republicans, amid legal challenges and opposition from business groups.
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US President Donald Trump said he will welcome skilled immigrants to help train American workers in advanced manufacturing, arguing that the US lacks certain specialised talents. He acknowledged criticism from his conservative base but insisted such visas are essential for complex chip, electronics and missile production.
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President Trump defended H-1B visas, citing the US need for foreign talent in specialized industries, even amid a crackdown and legal challenges. Florida Governor DeSantis criticised H-1B use in universities, while India-born workers continue to receive the majority of visas.
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The rupee rose 15 paise to 88.60 against the US dollar amid a weaker greenback. Trade uncertainties, H-1B visa fee hikes, and US tariffs continue to weigh, while Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal holds trade talks in the US.
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Srini Gopalan's appointment comes as US President Trump signed a proclamation imposing a staggering USD 100,000 fee on new H-1B visas
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The Indian rupee slipped 7 paise to 88.80 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid US tariffs and H-1B visa fee hike concerns, coupled with persistent foreign fund outflows. Sensex and Nifty also opened lower, reflecting investor risk aversion.
