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Indian-American lawmakers oppose changes in H-1B visa rules
After the Trump’s administration’s plan to curb H-1B visa extensions that could result in self-deportation of an estimated 5 to 7.5 lakh Indians in US, some Indian-Americans and advocacy groups have criticised it saying the move would drain America of talent.
Government claims new measures foolproof against nurses emigration frauds
Mandatory requirement of bringing nurses under the category of Emigration Check Required (ECR) and several other steps taken by the government has ensured a foolproof system where nurses can no longer be subjected to emigration-related frauds, the Government has told the Parliament.
Trump admin considering proposal that might send back over 500,000 Indian tech workers
The Trump administration is considering a proposal that could potentially lead to large-scale deportation of foreigners on H-1B visas for high-speciality workers waiting for their Green Card – mostly Indians – and drastically alter the way high-tech companies operate in the United States.
Sushma Swaraj to visit Singapore on January 6-8, extensive interaction with ASEAN diaspora on cards
Indian Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj is slated to visit Singapore on January 6,7 to inaugurate the ASEAN India Pravasi Bharatiya Divas and will have extensive interactions with PIO delegations from the region.
Govt to help Indian women in distress in Gulf countries regardless of their work permit
The Government has said that Indian missions and consulates in the Gulf countries are ready to help even those women who illegally emigrate for the job and run into trouble or get trapped in human trafficking, the Parliament was informed.
Indian roots, Singaporean exposure: Leaders to address delegates at PBD 2018
The Indian diaspora in Singapore has notable representatives in politics, education, diplomacy and the law. They have made a mark as leaders in various fields at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
US firm on H-1B visa rules, but India to keep pushing its case: Swaraj
Stating that there was no significant move to relax H-1B visa norms for the Indian professionals in the US, the Indian Government informed the Parliament that it remains “closely engaged” with the US Administration and the US Congress.
Modi meets ex-Singapore PM, hails strengthening bilateral relations
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday appreciated the strengthening of the bilateral relationship between India and Singapore in various sectors, including trade and investment, connectivity, defence and security.
First Sikh-American nominated as state Attorney General
New Jersey Governor-elect Phil Murphy today named Gurbir S Grewal as his nominee to serve as the next Attorney General of the state.