Why Trump's deportation threat has left Indian students in the US worried
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why Trump's deportation threat has left Indian students in the US worried

Firstpost  

With the Trump administration rolling out stricter immigration and deportation policies, many Indian students are finding themselves tangled in a web of uncertainty and financial strain. Meanwhile, many Indians have left off-campus jobs, fearing the risks of being sent back home With recent deportations under the Trump administration and the rollout of stricter immigration policies, many students are finding themselves tangled in a web of uncertainty and financial strain. Here’s how Trump’s deportation threat has left Indian students in the US worrying. Any attempt to find work outside the university campus may land us in deep trouble, and we may be deported.” Indian students who have graduated from US universities have begun finding it increasingly difficult to secure jobs, as Trump’s “ America First” agenda continues to tighten its grip on immigration policies.

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Indian students in US must follow local laws, says government amid deportations
2 days, 18 hours ago

Indian students in US must follow local laws, says government amid deportations

India Today  

Indian students in the US should comply with American laws, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday following the detention of a postdoctoral fellow at the Georgetown University and self-deportation of another student to Canada. The Indian embassy and consulates in the US will help students facing any difficulties, Jaiswal said at his weekly media briefing while responding to …

Deportation of Indians soared during Trump 1.0, halved under Biden: Data
3 days, 18 hours ago

Deportation of Indians soared during Trump 1.0, halved under Biden: Data

India Today  

The United States deported over 6,000 Indian nationals under US President Donald Trump's first term, while only 3,000 were sent back during the tenure of Joe Biden, according to data shared by the External Affairs Ministry in Parliament. In his second term, Trump has already deported 388 Indians and 295 more would be returning from the US soon - an …

Indian student detained in US for allegedly opposing America's foreign policy towards Israel
4 days, 13 hours ago

Indian student detained in US for allegedly opposing America's foreign policy towards Israel

Hindustan Times  

By Yoshita Singh Indian student detained in US for allegedly opposing America's foreign policy towards Israel New York, An Indian national enrolled as a postdoctoral fellow in the US has been detained by immigration authorities, said a media report, less than a week after a Columbia student from India self-deported following allegations of activities supporting Hamas. Badar Khan Suri's lawyer …

Indian student in US detained, faces deportation over alleged Hamas ties: Report
4 days, 18 hours ago

Indian student in US detained, faces deportation over alleged Hamas ties: Report

India Today  

The Donald Trump administration detained an Indian national and postdoctoral fellow, Badar Khan Suri, over allegations of spreading antisemitism and having ties to the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas, Fox News reported, citing the US Department of Homeland Security. According to Suri’s plea seeking release, the Trump administration invoked a rarely-used section of immigration law that grants the Secretary of State …

Surge in Indian students studying in Russia; drop in those opting for Canada, US and UK: Govt in Parliament
1 week, 6 days ago

Surge in Indian students studying in Russia; drop in those opting for Canada, US and UK: Govt in Parliament

Live Mint  

The number of Indian students studying abroad has fallen by 15 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, according to the numbers shared by education ministry. Country 2022 2023 2024 USA 1,90,512 2,34,473 2,04,058 UK 1,32,709 1,36,921 98,890 China 1,967 7,279 4,978 Canada 1,85,955 2,33,532 1,37,608 Germany 20,684 23,296 34,702 Russia 19,784 23,503 31,444 France 6,406 7,484 8,536 Uzbekistan 3,430 6,601 …

Why fewer Indian students are opting to study in Canada, the US and the UK
1 week, 6 days ago

Why fewer Indian students are opting to study in Canada, the US and the UK

Firstpost  

After witnessing a post-pandemic rise in Indian students going abroad for studies, there was an approximate 15 per cent decline, with figures falling from 892,989 in 2023 to 759,064 in 2024. The country-wise breakdown suggests that Indian students going to Canada, the US, the UK and Australia witnessed a sharp decline of 27 per cent. According to the data shared …

Will Trump's return make U.S. visas tougher for Indian students?
2 weeks ago

Will Trump's return make U.S. visas tougher for Indian students?

India Today  

The United States has been a top choice for students worldwide, and it is known for its strong education system, career opportunities, and potential for a better future. UNDERSTANDING THE SHIFT IN VISA POLICIES President Donald Trump resuming leadership, and expected changes in U.S. visa policies may significantly affect Indian students and skilled professionals. THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL EDUCATION AND …

'Going to sell like crazy': Trump says US companies can hire Indian graduates with $5 million 'gold card'
3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Going to sell like crazy': Trump says US companies can hire Indian graduates with $5 million 'gold card'

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said American companies can now hire Indian graduates from US universities under the newly proposed ‘gold card’ citizenship initiative. This followed Trump's unveiling of the ‘gold card’ as a pathway to US citizenship for wealthy foreign investors willing to invest $5 million. President Trump said that the current immigration system has made …

Watch: Who, why, and how do Indians illegally migrate to the U.S.?
1 month ago

Watch: Who, why, and how do Indians illegally migrate to the U.S.?

The Hindu  

Data Point: Who, why, and how do Indians illegally migrate to the U.S.? Data also shows that deportations of undocumented Indian immigrants have been going on for a long time. The number of Indians attempting to enter the U.S. illegally has also surged in recent years. In this video, The Hindu Data Team uses data to discuss the story of …

104 Indians deported from US: What happens next?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

104 Indians deported from US: What happens next?

India Today  

In a significant development, the first U.S. military aircraft carrying 104 deported Indian nationals landed in Amritsar on 5th February. The deported individuals now face a permanent ban from the U.S., with biometric data recorded to prevent future entry. With an estimated 725,000 undocumented Indians in the U.S. and 18,000 identified for deportation, concerns over illegal migration persist. As the …

US deportation of Indian migrants: U.S. has sent back over 15,000 Indians since 2009
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US deportation of Indian migrants: U.S. has sent back over 15,000 Indians since 2009

The Hindu  

With 104 Indians who were illegally trying to enter US soil sent back to their homeland in a military plane, External Affair Minister S. Jaishankar informed the parliament that over 15,000 Indian migrants have been deported to India from the U.S. since 2009. Mr. Jaishankar said a total of 15,756 illegal Indian immigrants have been deported to India from the …

Trump Mass Deportation Plan: Why is opposition outraged over handcuffs on Indian illegal immigrants? What’s the US SOP?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump Mass Deportation Plan: Why is opposition outraged over handcuffs on Indian illegal immigrants? What’s the US SOP?

Live Mint  

Trump Mass Deportation Plan: Images of over 100 Indian illegal immigrants deported from the United States in a military aircraft in handcuffs and leg restraints earlier this week triggered an uproar in Parliament during the ongoing Budget Session, prompting questions about the Standard Operation Procedures. “The deportation by the US is organised and executed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement authority,” …

Indignity, debt, probe: What all Indians deported by US may face back home
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Indignity, debt, probe: What all Indians deported by US may face back home

India Today  

As a US military C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft landed in Amritsar on February 5 with 104 Indian deportees, the reality of a crushed ‘American dream’ struck hundreds of thousands of families in Punjab, Gujarat and other states, who have harboured aspirations of a better life on foreign land even if it meant risking entering and staying there illegally. The US …

Fear, uncertainty grip Indian students amidst Trump’s immigration crackdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fear, uncertainty grip Indian students amidst Trump’s immigration crackdown

The Hindu  

For decades, the United States has been a dream destination for Indian students, who are drawn by its world-class education, career opportunities and the promise of a better future. I never thought that things could turn this bad,” says Sai Aparna, who lives in Cleveland in Ohio and has actively been looking for a job for the past one year, …

​Not worth the risk: On the U.S., India and illegal emigration
1 month, 2 weeks ago

​Not worth the risk: On the U.S., India and illegal emigration

The Hindu  

The deportation of dozens of Indians, believed to be illegal immigrants in the United States, is neither surprising nor unprecedented. Over the past few years, the U.S. government has intensified its Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to identify, detain, and deport individuals without proper documentation. India, which has one of the largest populations of illegal immigrants in the U.S., estimated …

What Indian Americans think of Trump’s policies on immigration and tariffs and impact on India
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What Indian Americans think of Trump’s policies on immigration and tariffs and impact on India

Hindustan Times  

President Donald Trump’s executive orders and presidential proclamations over his first 10 days in office include actions that will impact many South Asian Americans, including attempting to eliminate birthright citizenship, changing the H-1B Visa program, and hastening deportations of undocumented immigrants. I am not worried,” says Vinita Gupta about President Trump’s executive orders on immigration impacting the high tech sector …

Donald Trump sends first batch of illegal immigrants to India | What we know so far
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump sends first batch of illegal immigrants to India | What we know so far

Hindustan Times  

A US military transport aircraft carrying more than 100 deported Indian immigrants was set to land in Amritsar on Wednesday, the first such flight to India under the second term of US President Donald Trump who has promised a significant crackdown that could impact hundreds or thousands of people. As and when information comes, we will share.” Many deportees had …

Trump begins mass deportation: How many Indians will be impacted?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump begins mass deportation: How many Indians will be impacted?

India Today  

United States President Donald Trump has started acting on the promises he made during his election campaign - with a mass deportation of illegal immigrants to different countries, including India, currently underway. On Tuesday, a US military plane began deporting Indian migrants, implementing Trump's hardline stance against an estimated 11 million undocumented migrants in America. After a call with Prime …

Fear of attacks, uncertain future grip Indian students in US amid H-1B rhetoric
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fear of attacks, uncertain future grip Indian students in US amid H-1B rhetoric

India Today  

A good degree, followed by multiple job offers and a great life ahead. With Trump 2.0 and its stringent policies on immigration and work visas, several Indians studying at US universities told India Today Digital that the future looked uncertain to them. Alongside this, US President Donald Trump’s "America First" agenda has amplified resentment against foreign workers, further fuelling fears …

India ranks 3rd for illegal immigrants in US, over 7 lakh at risk amid Trump’s crackdown; what happens to them now?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India ranks 3rd for illegal immigrants in US, over 7 lakh at risk amid Trump’s crackdown; what happens to them now?

Live Mint  

Among the illegal migrants in the US, Indians ranked third after Mexico and El Salvador, according to an analysis by Pew Research Center for the 2019-22 period. The growing number of illegal immigrants has gained significant attention after the US President signed an executive order and began a crackdown on illegal immigrants. There has been a significant growth in illegal …

Indian students in US quit part-time jobs over deportation fears as Trump’s immigration crackdown escalates
2 months ago

Indian students in US quit part-time jobs over deportation fears as Trump’s immigration crackdown escalates

Live Mint  

As Donald Trump administration has escalated the crackdown on the illegal immigrants, Indian students in the United States pursuing higher education have started to quit their ‘undocumented’ part-time jobs post college hours for the fear of deportation. Despite the financial necessity of part-time work in an expensive country like the United States, Indian students are letting go of these jobs …

Fearing deportation, Indian students quit part-time jobs in US: Report
2 months ago

Fearing deportation, Indian students quit part-time jobs in US: Report

Hindustan Times  

Several Indian students in the United States, who had been working odd jobs after college hours to earn extra money have quit these roles in the weeks leading up to President Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, fearing deportation. Indian students in the US quit part-time jobs fearing deportation. However, many students take up off-campus, undocumented jobs at restaurants, petrol …

‘Will take them back provided…’: India amid Donald Trump’s crackdown on ‘illegal immigrants’ in US
2 months ago

‘Will take them back provided…’: India amid Donald Trump’s crackdown on ‘illegal immigrants’ in US

Live Mint  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday insisted that India would take illegal migrants back if their nationality could be verified. The development came even as the newly appointed Donald Trump administration deported hundreds of migrants and arrested another 538 amid a massive crackdown. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal insisted during a briefing on Friday that New Delhi remained vehemently against …

Indian students quitting part-time jobs in US over Trump's deportation threats
2 months ago

Indian students quitting part-time jobs in US over Trump's deportation threats

Firstpost  

With Trump coming back to power, these students don’t want to risk breaking visa regulations and risking deportation since they have taken a student loan of a hefty amount to pursue their academic endeavours Weeks before US President Donald Trump came back to the White House, several Indian students studying in the United States have quit their part-time jobs amid …

Watch: What is India’s stance against illegal immigration in the U.S.?
2 months ago

Watch: What is India’s stance against illegal immigration in the U.S.?

The Hindu  

The second term of Donald Trump as U.S. president is set to bring significant changes to the U.S. immigration policy, impacting many undocumented Indians. In the first India-U.S. bilateral talks held after Trump’s inauguration, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India’s stance against illegal immigration stating that India supports the repatriation of its citizens who are undocumented in that …

India Set to Take Back 18,000 Citizens From US to Placate Trump
2 months ago

India Set to Take Back 18,000 Citizens From US to Placate Trump

Deccan Chronicle  

India’s government is prepared to work with Donald Trump’s administration to identify and take back all its citizens residing illegally in the US, an early signal from New Delhi that it’s willing to comply with the incoming American president and avoid a trade war.The two countries have together identified some 18,000 illegal Indian migrants in the US to be sent …

18,000 Indians living in US to be brought back to placate Trump: Report
2 months ago

18,000 Indians living in US to be brought back to placate Trump: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a bid to appease the new Trump administration in the United States and show willingness to cooperate with crackdown on illegal immigrants in the US, India is planning to repatriate its citizens living illegally in the US. This comes amid Trump’s efforts to deliver on his promise of restricting immigration in the US and to deport all those living …

Uncertainty over US visa policies halts 30% drop in Indian students
2 months, 1 week ago

Uncertainty over US visa policies halts 30% drop in Indian students

Deccan Chronicle  

Uncertainties surrounding student migration to the US after the regime change have led to a 30 per cent decline in the number of Indian students traveling to the country. Both the US and Canada, two of North America's top destinations for international students, have witnessed a significant drop in the number of Indian students this year. While stricter immigration policies …

US universities call international students early from winter break as Trumps’ travel ban fear looms
2 months, 3 weeks ago

US universities call international students early from winter break as Trumps’ travel ban fear looms

Live Mint  

Several American universities advised international students to return early from winter break amid concerns over a potential travel ban President-elect Donald Trump could impose once he takes office on January 20. Some universities asked students to return "prior to the presidential inauguration", while others urged students to postpone or cut short travel plans outside the US before the inauguration. Cornell …

DC Edit | ED flags illegal migrant racket
2 months, 3 weeks ago

DC Edit | ED flags illegal migrant racket

Deccan Chronicle  

The Enforcement Directorate’s revelation about a nexus between Indian agents in the country and Canadian educational institutions to facilitate illegal migration of Indians presents a sorry state of affairs in the Indian job market. However, the illegal compact between Indian agents and Canadian colleges also highlights the rotting system in Canada and the United States. Tapping the Canadian study visa …

Return ASAP: US universities rush students, including from India, amid Trump scare
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Return ASAP: US universities rush students, including from India, amid Trump scare

India Today  

Winter break is a time when students return to their families and spend a long time at home. However, this winter break, hundreds of thousands of international students are getting the chill, with top American universities issuing circulars and urging students to rush back to campuses before January 20. THE BAN COULD INCLUDE EVEN INDIAN STUDENTS “It’s a scary time …

1,500 Indians deported from US in FY24 as Biden outdoes Trump in mass deportations
3 months ago

1,500 Indians deported from US in FY24 as Biden outdoes Trump in mass deportations

India Today  

Though Donald Trump talks about deporting illegal immigrants, President Joe Biden's administration has outdone him on this front. ICE has a list of 1.5 million individuals marked for deportation, including nearly 18,000 undocumented Indian nationals. ICE data shows that the Biden administration has deported a significant number of immigrants as well, including those charged or convicted of criminal activity, as …

Indian-origin US Congressman says Trump's 2nd term would be challenging for Indian immigrants: Report
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian-origin US Congressman says Trump's 2nd term would be challenging for Indian immigrants: Report

Hindustan Times  

Raja Krishnamoorthi, Indian-origin US Congressman and Democrat, said in an interview with Times of India that Donald Trump's second term in the White House will be challenging for highly skilled Indians immigrants. Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed concerns for immigrants in Trump's second term. The 2024 US elections campaign saw immigration topping the list of key issues in America, with …

US education or elsewhere? Trump 2.0 sparks doubts for global and Indian students
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US education or elsewhere? Trump 2.0 sparks doubts for global and Indian students

India Today  

Donald Trump’s return as the US President is poised to ripple through the global education landscape, giving Indian students who wish to study in the country much to think about. However, as Rahul Shaw, Assistant Professor, Alliance School of Law Alliance University, notes, "The promise of automatic green cards for graduates could make the US a more attractive destination for …

US universities warn foreign students amid concerns over Trump's plans on immigration: Report
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US universities warn foreign students amid concerns over Trump's plans on immigration: Report

Hindustan Times  

Amid concerns over Donald Trump's immigration and mass deportation plans, international students and staff have been advised by US universities to return to campus before the President-elect's inauguration in January, BBC reported. The President-elect's "border czar" Tom Homan had also announced that the Trump administration would focus on increasing workplace raids as part of its immigration enforcement strategy. As a …

Indian international students in the US outnumber Chinese for the first time in 15 years
4 months ago

Indian international students in the US outnumber Chinese for the first time in 15 years

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — For more than a decade, Chinese students have flocked to the United States, drawn by the prestige of an overseas education and the glamor of the American Dream. During the last academic year, students from India became the largest group of international students in American higher education – knocking China off the top seat for the …

US visa: Indians among highest foreign students in America, but jobs remain concern; Reddit user says, ‘It’s a scam’
4 months, 1 week ago

US visa: Indians among highest foreign students in America, but jobs remain concern; Reddit user says, ‘It’s a scam’

Live Mint  

Indian students comprise the largest international student group in the United States, outnumbering students from other countries. India sent 80,469 more students, while China sent 6,169 more students, according to data from The Student and Exchange Visitor Program, a part of US Homeland Security Investigations. In a recent post on Reddit, a user explained the worries of Indian students pursuing …

20% dip in Indian students amid visa, safety concerns in UK
4 months, 1 week ago

20% dip in Indian students amid visa, safety concerns in UK

Hindustan Times  

Indian students are being put off applying to UK universities, adding to their financial woes at a time when education institutions are already coping with constrained budgets, a new report into the stability of the higher education sector in England has revealed. Indian student groups in the UK said the fall was to be expected amid limited job prospects and …

How does Donald Trump's victory impact Indian students planning to move abroad?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How does Donald Trump's victory impact Indian students planning to move abroad?

India TV News  

Republican leader Donald Trump won the US presidential election for a second term on Wednesday in one of the most remarkable comebacks in American electoral history. Advocacy groups contend that Trump's proposed immigration reforms, especially his support for the elimination of birthright citizenship, may encounter constitutional challenges under the 14th Amendment. Potential changes could significantly affect this data, with ripple …

With Donald Trump in Oval Office, should US-bound Indian students be worried?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

With Donald Trump in Oval Office, should US-bound Indian students be worried?

Live Mint  

With Donald Trump set to occupy the Oval Office in January next year as the 47th President of the United States, do the US-bound Indian students have any reason to worry? The campaign for presidency spearheaded by Donald Trump had targeted – time and again – the Joe Biden-led Democrats for being too soft on migrants and for reportedly failing …

Trump's green card plan could revolutionise US education for Indian students
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump's green card plan could revolutionise US education for Indian students

India Today  

In a recent landmark statement during an interview on the "All-In" podcast, former US President Donald Trump promised automatic Green Cards for foreign students graduating from US colleges. He mentions, "Former President Donald Trump's proposal to grant automatic Green Cards to foreign students graduating from US colleges could potentially reshape higher education dynamics, particularly for Indian students. ENROLLMENT TRENDS On …

MEA refutes allegations of mass deportation amid Indian student protests in Canada's Prince Edward Island
10 months, 1 week ago

MEA refutes allegations of mass deportation amid Indian student protests in Canada's Prince Edward Island

India TV News  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday responded to the query of the mass deportation of Indian students from Canada. Addressing a presser, the MEA spokesperson responded to a query about the mass deportation of Indians from Canada, which rose after hundreds of Indian students began their protest in Canada's Prince Edward Island region against the local government's now-changed immigration …

Indian Students in US Universities Wary of Joining Pro-Palestine Protests Due To Visa, Financial Concerns
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Students in US Universities Wary of Joining Pro-Palestine Protests Due To Visa, Financial Concerns

News 18  

Several Indian students studying in the US are suffering from anxiety and uncertainty due to protests that have roiled American universities where students are demanding divestment from Israel and a total end to the war in Gaza. A student from India studying in Columbia University – where protests led to police action, arrests and storming of a campus building – …

'We care so deeply': Ambassador Garcetti assures safety for Indian students in US amid reports of deaths
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'We care so deeply': Ambassador Garcetti assures safety for Indian students in US amid reports of deaths

New Indian Express  

The US envoy underlined that students going to study in the US should know that there are campus securities, local law enforcements, and that "all these things sometimes students just don't know, since it is a new country". The envoy said American universities are "extraordinary places" to come to and offer overwhelming experience to students, including Indian students, and he …

What is killing Indian-origin students in US
11 months, 2 weeks ago

What is killing Indian-origin students in US

India Today  

Many Indian students dream of studying in the United States. Recent deaths of Indian students in the US have raised safety concerns. This took the number of deaths of Indian and Indian-origin students in the US this year to 11, a stunning number. REASONS BEHIND DEATHS OF INDIAN STUDENTS IN US A prominent diaspora body has found out the reasons …

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs
1 year ago

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs

Associated Press  

Pranay Karkale is spending years of savings and $60,000 in student loans to pursue a master’s degree in the United States, yet he considers himself lucky. Historic numbers of students from India are studying at foreign universities as a fast-growing, aspirational generation of young people looks for opportunities they can’t find at home. It’s a growing industry in the U.S. …

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs
1 year ago

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. As record-setting enrollment by students from China has ebbed, …

How Indian students are creating a boom at US universities
1 year ago

How Indian students are creating a boom at US universities

India Today  

Indian students are increasingly choosing to study at US universities, creating a boom for American Universities. It is estimated that 1.5 million students are studying at universities elsewhere — an eightfold increase since 2012 — with no country attracting more than the US, according to the Associated Press. In 2023, a surge in global student enrolment marked a positive shift …

India, US discuss extradition, mobility of students and professionals
1 year, 1 month ago

India, US discuss extradition, mobility of students and professionals

Hindustan Times  

India and the US on Friday discussed ways to bolster cooperation on extradition, mobility of students and professionals, and safe and legal migration during their bilateral consular dialogue. The US Issued more than one million visas to Indians in 2023 and currently hosts 270,000 Indian students. The 11th round of the consular dialogue held in New Delhi also focused on …

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