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US States Welcome Court Ruling Blocking $100,000 H-1B Fee

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State attorneys general across the United States welcomed a federal court ruling striking down the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, calling it a victory for employers, universities, healthcare providers and research institutions that rely on highly skilled foreign workers.
June 13, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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GAO Appoints Amol Navathe As Chair Of Medicare Advisory Commission

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An internal medicine physician and professor of medical ethics, health policy, and healthcare management at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Navathe has conducted extensive research on provider behavior and Medicare payment models.
June 13, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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Indian-Origin CEO Among 17 Facing Citizenship Revocation 

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The U.S. Department of Justice has launched denaturalization proceedings against 17 naturalized U.S. citizens, including Indian-origin businessman Neeraj Sharma. Federal authorities allege the individuals concealed criminal conduct or provided false information during the naturalization process.
June 12, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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Get A U.S. Visa Interview Within 10 Days For $750 

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"Officials have clarified that this payment strictly secures an earlier appointment slot; it does not accelerate visa processing times or influence the outcome of the application. All applicants, regardless of the expedited fee, remain subject to standard eligibility and security vetting requirements. "
June 12, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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Federal Judge Scraps Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee

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In a sharply worded ruling, U.S. District Judge Leo T. Sorokin vacated the policy in its entirety, concluding that the administration exceeded its authority and imposed an unlawful tax without congressional authorization.
June 12, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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Visa Delays Could Force Hundreds Of Doctors To Leave US

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Hundreds of foreign-trained doctors could be forced to leave the United States because of delays in processing J-1 visa waivers, worsening physician shortages in rural communities, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Democrat of New York, has warned.
June 8, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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Krishnamoorthi, Subramanyam Press USCIS On Immigration Holds

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Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat from Illinois, and Suhas Subramanyam, a Democrat from Virginia, are leading a congressional effort to obtain answers following reports that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has imposed broad adjudication holds tied to new “enhanced security checks.”
June 8, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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India Emerges Central To Rubio's Foreign Policy Vision

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From trade negotiations and Quad cooperation to maritime security, critical minerals and regional diplomacy, India emerged as one of the most frequently discussed countries during U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s testimony before Congress on June 4, underscoring New Delhi’s growing importance in the Trump administration’s Indo-Pacific strategy.
June 5, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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New U.S. Customs Rules Could Impact Importers And Exporters

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"The order directs federal agencies to overhaul customs procedures, increase importer disclosures, strengthen audits and penalties, and close what the administration described as loopholes that allow companies to evade duties, obscure ownership structures and bypass U.S. trade laws. "
June 5, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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Trump Credits Tulsi Gabbard For Intelligence Reforms

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President Donald Trump on May 27 praised former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard for what he described as major reforms within the US intelligence community, including the release of classified records and reviews linked to alleged Russian interference in US elections.
June 2, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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US Senators Raise National Security Concerns Over Paramount Merger

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Democratic US senators have raised national security and press freedom concerns over a proposed media merger that could allow sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar to acquire major stakes in Paramount Global and its broadcast television assets, including CBS-owned stations and potentially CNN.
June 2, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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Gunisha Kaur Becomes First Sikh Named To US Religious Freedom Commission

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In a first, Dr. Gunisha Kaur, a physician and human rights researcher, has been recommended for appointment to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom, becoming the first Sikh selected to serve on the federal panel. The nine-member commission includes appointees selected by the president and congressional leadership for two-year terms.
May 25, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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US-India Organizations Collaborate To Fight Child Hunger

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The initiative was highlighted during a “Purposeful Private Dinner” hosted in Washington by Share Our Strength and One World One Family Mission, where philanthropists, chefs, entrepreneurs, and social sector leaders discussed ways to address child hunger and expand access to school meals.
May 22, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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US Inflation Accelerates As Gas, Food, And Rent Prices Rise

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The latest data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the Consumer Price Index, a broad measure of inflation, rose 3.8 per cent over the 12 months ending in April, marking the fastest annual rate since 2023.
May 22, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Trump’s Human Rights Silence On China Marks Sharp Shift In US Diplomacy

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President Donald Trump’s apparent reluctance to raise human rights concerns during his latest engagement with Chinese President Xi Jinping marks a significant departure from past American diplomacy toward China, according to a report by The Guardian.
May 20, 2026 at 2:24 PM
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US Clears $428 Million Defense Package For India

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The United States has approved two possible Foreign Military Sales to India worth a combined $428.2 million, covering follow-on support for AH-64E Apache helicopters and sustainment support for M777A2 ultra-light howitzers, the US State Department said.
May 20, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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US-India Partnership At Inflection Point, Say Policy Leaders

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"Speaking at the annual Capitol Hill Summit 2026 organized by the US-India Friendship Council, participants highlighted concerns over trade tensions, visa restrictions and strategic uncertainty, while stressing that the long-term trajectory of bilateral ties remained strong. "
May 20, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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Sikhs Of America Honors Diaspora Achievers

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Sikhs of America honored Sikh community leaders, lawmakers, philanthropists, entrepreneurs and business figures from the United States, Pakistan and Britain during its annual Vaisakhi Gala Dinner here, recognizing their contributions to public service, humanitarian work and Sikh representation.
May 20, 2026 at 3:11 AM
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Senator Eric Schmitt Criticized For Linking Temple To ‘Visa Cartel’

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"The temple, located near Hyderabad in Telangana, is popularly known as the “Visa Temple” because many devotees visit the shrine and pray before U.S. visa interviews and overseas travel. "
May 17, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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US Moving To Drop Charges Of Fraud, Bribery Against Gautam Adani

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"The US Department of Justice is expected to announce the possible dropping of charges as early as this week. At the same time, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is moving toward settling a parallel civil fraud case filed against the billionaire industrialist and others in November 2024, sources said. "
May 17, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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Shri Thanedar’s Social Media Jab At Stephen Miller Goes Viral

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Shri Thanedar’s Social Media Jab At Stephen Miller Goes Viral.
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April 23, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Kash Patel Goes To Court: ‘The Atlantic’ Reports His Alcohol Use And ‘Erratic Conduct’

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Kash Patel Goes To Court: ‘The Atlantic’ Reports His Alcohol Use And ‘Erratic Conduct’.
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April 23, 2026 at 4:06 AM
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Trump Hints At Pak Visit, Highlights Call With Modi

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Trump Hints At Pak Visit, Highlights Call With Modi.
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April 21, 2026 at 2:07 AM
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Trump Restores H -2B Visas: His Businesses Depend On It

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Trump Restores H -2B Visas: His Businesses Depend On It.
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April 17, 2026 at 7:08 PM