Work Visa Woes
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US federal authority flags concern about fraudulent registrations for H-1B visas
For several years, Indians have been getting the largest share of such visas.
Scroll Staff
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Britain’s new work visa for elite graduates is unfair to students from developing nations
An expert explains how the UK government’s move is based on flawed assumptions.
Orla Quinlan, The Conversation
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In the US, two executives have been charged with defrauding the H-1B visa system
Namrata Patnaik and Kartiki Parekh have been accused of conspiracy to commit visa fraud.
Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com
Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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‘It’s inhumane’: How a clunky US visa system has kept Indian H-1B holders away from their families
A first-person account of the anguish caused by the extreme shortage of consular appointments in India.
Anonymous
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Joe Biden to end Trump’s H-1B visa ban on Wednesday: Bloomberg
Donald Trump had enacted the proclamation that blocked many temporary foreign workers from coming into the United States.
Scroll Staff
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Indian IT companies have found ways to avoid the stress of H-1B visas
When the registration for fresh H-1B applications opens, the Indian IT outsourcing sector might not be holding its breath.
Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Indian H-1B visa holders breathe a sigh of relief as Joe Biden keeps his promises
The American president has revoked the Trump rule that ended work permit for H-1B holders’ spouses.
Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com
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H-1B aspirants hope Joe Biden will undo the damage done by Donald Trump
The president-elect has promised to expand the total number of visas available and scrap country quotas for green cards.
Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com
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Trump’s H-1B visa ban has taken a toll on the valuations of large US companies
The decision may have shaved $100 billion off the biggest firms.
Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com
The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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US proposal on business visas for H-1B speciality jobs could affect hundreds of Indians
The decision was made public less than two weeks before the November 3 presidential election.
Scroll Staff
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Lawsuit challenges Donald Trump’s new H-1B visa rules, calls it ‘arbitrary, incorrect’
Those who have filed the lawsuit include the US Chambers of Commerce, the National Association of Manufacturers, the University of Michigan and Bard College.
Scroll Staff
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Trump ‘exceeded his authority’: US judge lifts temporary ban on H-1B visa, other work permits
The judge said the order applied only to members of organisations that had filed a lawsuit against the administration.
Scroll Staff
The Field
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler