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The $100,000 Firewall: 20 States Fight Trump's H-1B Fee, Calling It a 'Tax on Talent'
20 US states sue Trump over $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it illegal and harmful to key sectors.
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Visa Consultant Booked for Duping Surat Residents on Pretext of EU Work Permits
"Vadodara police book visa consultant for duping Surat residents of ₹22.81 lakh on fake EU work permits. Gujarat sees surge in visa fraud cases in 2025."
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US visa applicants must make social media accounts public for screening
Describing each visa adjudication as a “national security decision”, the U.S. has asked applicants to share their social media usernames or handles for each platform they have used in the last five years.
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Visit Georgia simplifies travel for Indian passport holders
The Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming Indian travellers by providing clear and efficient visa guidelines.
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Permanent ban on traveling in future: US Embassy in India issues fresh warning to visa holders
Amid Donld Trump's crackdown on illegal immigrants, the US Embassy in India has released a strong advisory warning Indian citizens that they could face a permanent ban on travelling to the US in future.
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3 lakh Indian students in trouble as US plans to end work visa route
The move threatens to disrupt career prospects for thousands of Indian students in the US, who rely on OPT to gain professional experience and transition to longer-term employment visas, sources reported.
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Malaysia extends visa exemption to 2026
For Indian travellers planning a trip to Malaysia, there’s good news. The country has extended its visa-free entry for Indian nationals until December 31, 2026.
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