A coalition of healthcare providers, educators, and religious groups filed a lawsuit to block Donald Trump’s new USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it illegal and disruptive. They warn the policy will cripple innovation, staffing, and essential public services.
Piyush Goyal met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in New York to advance trade talks, as discussions remain overshadowed by Trump’s H-1B visa restrictions and accompanied by recent birthday exchanges between Modi and Trump.
Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Monday, dragged by IT stocks after US President Trump raised H-1B visa fees to USD 100,000 for new applicants. Domestic consumption sectors gained, while Asian markets showed mixed performance amid global cues.