Costa Rica received a second group of migrants deported from the United States on Friday as part of a bilateral agreement that allows the Central American nation to accept third-country nationals expelled under U.S. immigration policy. The group notably included one Indian national among deportees from multiple countries, underscoring the global scope of the program. Under the agreement, signed in March by Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves and U.S. Special Envoy Kristi Noem, Costa

A 53-year-old Indian-origin woman, Meenu Batra, who has lived in the United States for more than three decades, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while traveling for a professional assignment, raising concerns about the enforcement of longstanding deportation orders under current immigration policies. Batra was taken into custody on March 17, 2026, at Valley

A California lawmaker is seeking federal action to reverse recent labor policy changes that could significantly reduce wages for seasonal agricultural workers across the United States. On Wednesday, March 26, 2026, Representative Zoe Lofgren introduced a resolution aimed at blocking new wage rules implemented by the

A young Indian professional’s experience reflects a broader reality faced by many Indians working abroad, especially in countries like the UK. After spending several years building a career overseas, many Indian workers hope to transition into long-term roles. However, visa restrictions often become a major hurdle. As work visas near expiration, professionals must secure jobs that offer sponsorship—something that is not always easy to find. Many companies are hesitant to sponsor for

United States authorities have revoked green cards and detained several individuals allegedly linked to Iran, including relatives of former Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani, in a move reflecting heightened national security scrutiny. According to Reuters, the arrests were carried out on Friday, April 3, 2026 (local US time), with officials publicly confirming the action on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The enforcement actions were conducted under existing immigration and nati

An immigration judge in the United States ruled on Thursday, April 2, 2026, that Subramanyam “Subu” Vedam, an Indian-origin legal permanent resident, can remain in the country, offering relief after he faced deportation despite a decades-old murder conviction being overturned. The decision followed a four-hour hearing held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Vedam participated remotely from the Moshannon Valley Processing Center in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, where he remains in custody.

The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a contentious policy backed by President Donald Trump that seeks to limit birthright citizenship, prompting strong objections from South Asian advocacy organizations that warn of widespread legal and social consequences. In an amicus brief submitted to the court, a coalition led by the South Asian American Justice Collaborative argued that the proposed restrictions could leave thousands of children born in the United States effectively stateless, creating long

The US Supreme Court is reviewing a major legal challenge to President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. During a hearing on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, justices examined whether the policy aligns with the US Constitution and federal law. Birthright citizenship is based on the 14th Amendment, which states that anyone born in the United States is automatically a citizen, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. This principle

An attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union argued before the U.S. Supreme Court that historical precedent supports granting citizenship to individuals born on American soil, referencing births during World War II-era Japanese internment as a key example. During an exchange with Justice Amy Coney Barrett, ACLU lawyer Wang pointed to the treatment of children born in U.S. detention camps, emphasizing that such individuals were widely recognized as American citizens under existing law.

Applications for the H-1B visa program for skilled non-immigrant workers have dropped sharply this year, with immigration experts estimating a decline of nearly 50 percent compared with the previous year. The fall in filings follows significant changes to the US immigration framework that have altered the dynamics of employer participation in the work visa program. Experts say the decline is linked largely to policy adjustments that introduced a steep increase in registration costs

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that Senator Markwayne Mullin will become the next United States Secretary of Homeland Security, with the appointment set to take effect on March 31, 2026. The announcement was made through a post on Truth Social, where Trump also revealed that the current secretary, Kristi Noem, will transition to a new role as special envoy for a forthcoming regional security initiative known as “The Shield of the Americas.” According to the pres

Canada’s immigration authorities have declined to comment on the specific citizenship case of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian citizen accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, citing privacy laws and respect for ongoing legal proceedings. However, officials have reiterated that fraud and misrepresentation remain valid grounds for citizenship revocation under Canadian law. In a statement, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said it c

Tensions are rising in Roxbury, New Jersey, after Immigration and Customs Enforcement moved forward with plans to convert a vacant warehouse into an immigration detention center despite strong opposition from residents and local officials. Community members have staged protests in recent weeks and voiced concerns during town council meetings, arguing the proposed facility raises humanitarian, financial and neighborhood safety issues. Many residents say they oppose the ICE detention

San Jose officials say the city’s efforts to regulate immigration enforcement activities remain firmly in place, even as a recent federal court decision temporarily paused a related California law. Local leaders emphasized that the ruling does not weaken San Jose’s existing requirements for law enforcement officers to clearly identify themselves while on duty. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision Thursday that put California’s No Vigilantes Act on hold pending

Canada has announced major changes to its Express Entry immigration system in 2026, introducing new priority categories to attract skilled professionals in key sectors such as healthcare, aviation, research, and defence. The revised immigration policy also includes highly skilled foreign military applicants, marking a significant shift in Canada’s strategy to strengthen its workforce and national security. The government stated that these changes are designed to ensure immigration remains s

The large-scale immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota is set to conclude, according to border czar Tom Homan. Speaking at a press briefing, Homan confirmed that he had proposed ending the intensified operation and that the decision had been approved. A significant drawdown of federal personnel has already begun and is expected to continue over the next week, signaling the gradual end of the enhanced enforcement effort in the state. While the surge operation is ending in Minnesota

Major US technology companies are increasingly turning to the H-1B visa programme to recruit skilled foreign professionals as they accelerate investments in artificial intelligence and related digital infrastructure. New data show that a large share of visa petitions filed by leading firms are tied directly to AI-driven roles, underscoring how access to global talent has become central to their long-term strategy. An analysis of labour condition applications indicates that more than

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed on Wednesday that two federal agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a move the agency described as routine procedure following any deadly use of force by federal officers. The announcement comes amid mounting public anger over ongoing immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota and increasing political pressure on the White House to address concerns about federal conduct on t