New Delhi stated on Saturday that it believes that “we will be able to deter illegal immigration” through India-US collaboration on mobility and migration, days after US officials deported a group of Indian citizens who were traveling there illegally. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, stated during his weekly briefing in Delhi … Read more
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the British government has introduced a series of robust measures to significantly curtail migration levels, responding to pressure from Tory MPs. The new immigration rules are expected to affect approximately 300,000 individuals, altering eligibility criteria for entry into the UK. This includes a notable increase in the … Read more
In a significant move, the United States government has issued a landmark Executive Order (EO) to manage the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) while seizing the opportunities it presents. The EO not only establishes new guidelines to protect the privacy of U.S. citizens but also aims to attract global AI talent. President Joe Biden’s … Read more
On June 23rd, Reuters reported that Canadian authorities had arrested Brijesh Mishra, an immigration agent from Jalandhar. On July 24th, the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) charged Brijesh Mishra with defrauding 700 Indian students. Canadian authorities faced a situation where Indian students were at risk of mass deportation due to the fraud. Both students and … Read more
Canada’s Express Entry program has witnessed a series of frequent draws, including specialized ones for French-speakers and healthcare professionals, employing category-based selection criteria. These draws serve as a pathway to invite skilled international workers, offering them permanent residency in Canada. In the past two weeks, a remarkable total of six rounds of invitations have been … Read more
If Indian students in the UK are unable to secure a job within six months of graduating, they may have to end their stay. The UK intends to shorten the post-study visa period for foreign students. UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman has proposed new rules for the UK Graduate Visa, according to a report by … Read more
The Biden administration has proposed a massive hike in immigration fees, including the much sought-after H-1B visas for high-skilled foreign workers, which is very popular among Indian tech professionals. Under the proposed rule, published by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Wednesday, the application for the H-1B visa increases from USD 460 to … Read more
Canada set an immigration record last year by granting more than 437,000 foreigners’ permanent residency, the government said on Tuesday, as it ramps up immigration to fight a tight labor market. The Government of Canada planned to welcome 431,645 new permanent immigrants in 2022. During the 2021 Census, nearly 1 in 4 people counted were … Read more