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Indian IT services companies shed reliance on H-1B visas
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3 days, 6 hours ago

Indian IT services companies shed reliance on H-1B visas

Live Mint  

Donald Trump’s return as the president for a second time has again triggered concerns about the fate of H-1B visas, which allow highly skilled non-immigrants to work in the US. “IT services companies have increased their hiring in the US, which is causing the H-1B visa requirements to come down," said Abhishek Kumar, equity research analyst for JM Financial. Infosys …

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Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar condemns ‘all Hinduphobia’ in US following MAGA attack
1 week, 2 days ago

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar condemns ‘all Hinduphobia’ in US following MAGA attack

Hindustan Times  

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar, a Democrat from Michigan, has spoken out against “all Hinduphobia” and racism in the United States after becoming the target of a wave of hateful rhetoric over the weekend. In response to H-1B visa criticism, Congressman Thanedar highlights ongoing racism and introduces bipartisan resolution against Hinduphobia The backlash came after Thanedar, born in Karnataka, India, voiced …

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Mint Primer: How H-1B visas got caught in the MAGA debate
1 week, 3 days ago

Mint Primer: How H-1B visas got caught in the MAGA debate

Live Mint  

It allows companies to hire foreign workers for specialized roles in the US. America’s tech industry heavily relies on engineers and professionals from countries like India, with over 70% of H-1B visa holders being Indian, highlighting their role in the US tech economy. The American Immigration Council notes that H-1B workers’ economic contributions may boost job opportunities for native-born workers …

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Vivek Ramaswamy’s H-1B overhaul plan: A win for Indian workers in US?
1 week, 5 days ago

Vivek Ramaswamy’s H-1B overhaul plan: A win for Indian workers in US?

Live Mint  

US Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy has emerged as a vocal supporter for H-1B visa reforms — putting him at loggerheads with many MAGA leaders. The development came a day after US President-elect Donald Trump appointed Sriram Krishnan as a senior policy advisor earlier this week. Krishnan has also been a vocal advocate for immigration laws based on merit — favouring …

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Indian Man Wants Elon Musk To Convince US President-Elect Donald Trump For H-1B Visa Reforms
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Indian Man Wants Elon Musk To Convince US President-Elect Donald Trump For H-1B Visa Reforms

ABP News  

X owner Elon Musk has supported US President-Elect Donald Trump during this election quite vocally and it is likely that Trump would return the favour in some manner. Sanjeev Ranjan while referring to Musk wrote, "It took you 10 years to obtain citizenship in the USA, including your undergraduate and master's studies. You moved to the US in 1992 and …

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Top news of the day, February 14, 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

Top news of the day, February 14, 2023

The Hindu  

Income Tax department conducts ‘survey’ on BBC offices, BJP says all need to follow Indian law while here The Income Tax Department on February 14 conducted a survey on offices of the British Broadcasting Corporation in Delhi and Mumbai. The ruling BJP, holding a presser within minutes of the news of the “survey” breaking, termed the move as “lawful” stating …

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Trump admin proposes not to issue H-1B visas for speciality jobs, may affect several Indian techies in US
4 years, 2 months ago

Trump admin proposes not to issue H-1B visas for speciality jobs, may affect several Indian techies in US

India Today  

The Trump administration has proposed to not issue temporary business visas for H-1B speciality occupations in a move to sharply limit visas for skilled workers from overseas. If finalised, this proposal will eliminate any misconception that the "B-1 in lieu of H policy" provides an alternative avenue for foreign professionals to enter the US to perform skilled labour that allows, …

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H-1B visa: US court turns down challenge to Trump’s temporary ban
4 years, 3 months ago

H-1B visa: US court turns down challenge to Trump’s temporary ban

Live Mint  

Washington: An Indian-American federal judge has turned down an appeal by 169 Indian citizens who had challenged President Donald Trump's order that barred foreign nationals on H-1B specialty occupation visas from entering the US till the end of the year. The 169 Indian nationals in their lawsuit had sought an order directing the Secretary of State and the United States …

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US Congress votes on Green Card bill today. What it means for Indian techies
5 years, 6 months ago

US Congress votes on Green Card bill today. What it means for Indian techies

India Today  

The US House of Representative will vote Tuesday on legislation that seeks to lift the country-cap on issuing green cards. Lifting the per-country cap on Green Card would mainly benefit high-tech professionals on H-1B work visas from countries like India, for whom the wait for Green Card is more than a decade. This will incentivize more low wage Indian graduates …

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