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Jaishankar meets US envoy Sergio Gor ahead of Washington visit on critical minerals

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held talks with United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi, days ahead of his scheduled visit to Washington, D.C., for a high-level engagement on critical minerals. The meeting focused on multiple aspects of the India-US relationship, reflecting the breadth and depth of cooperation between the two countries across strategic, economic and defence domains. Following the meeting, Jaishankar said the discussions covered

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29 Jan 2026 11:03 AM 264 views

Jaishankar meets US envoy Sergio Gor ahead of Washington visit on critical minerals

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held talks with United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi, days ahead of his scheduled visit to Washington, D.C., for a high-level engagement on critical minerals. The meeting focused on multiple aspects of the India-US relationship, reflecting the breadth and depth of cooperation between the two countries across strategic, economic and defence domains. Following the meeting, Jaishankar said the discussions covered

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US embassy warns Indian students on visa violations and legal compliance

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07 Jan 2026 13:44 PM 164 views

US embassy warns Indian students on visa violations and legal compliance

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US Embassy delays H-1B visa interviews in India, pushing appointments to 2026

The US Embassy in India has postponed temporary work visa interviews scheduled for mid-December, triggering widespread concern among Indian professionals awaiting H-1B visa processing. The affected interviews have now been rescheduled to March and April 2026, according to communications sent to applicants and legal experts familiar with the matter. The unexpected decision has disrupted travel and employment plans for thousands of workers who rely on timely visa stamping to continue their role

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12 Dec 2025 10:33 AM 436 views

US Embassy delays H-1B visa interviews in India, pushing appointments to 2026

The US Embassy in India has postponed temporary work visa interviews scheduled for mid-December, triggering widespread concern among Indian professionals awaiting H-1B visa processing. The affected interviews have now been rescheduled to March and April 2026, according to communications sent to applicants and legal experts familiar with the matter. The unexpected decision has disrupted travel and employment plans for thousands of workers who rely on timely visa stamping to continue their role

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US embassy in India issues fresh advisory after visa appointments rescheduled

The United States embassy in India has issued a new advisory urging all visa applicants to strictly adhere to the updated appointment dates communicated through recent rescheduling emails. The mission clarified that individuals who arrive on their previously scheduled dates will not be granted entry into any embassy or consulate facility. The reminder follows a series of appointment modifications across multiple visa categories prompted by internal adjustments to scheduling systems, and aims

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09 Dec 2025 13:24 PM 349 views

US embassy in India issues fresh advisory after visa appointments rescheduled

The United States embassy in India has issued a new advisory urging all visa applicants to strictly adhere to the updated appointment dates communicated through recent rescheduling emails. The mission clarified that individuals who arrive on their previously scheduled dates will not be granted entry into any embassy or consulate facility. The reminder follows a series of appointment modifications across multiple visa categories prompted by internal adjustments to scheduling systems, and aims

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US revokes visas of Indian corporate families over fentanyl precursor links

The United States has taken a strong stand against the illegal fentanyl trade by revoking and denying visas to several Indian corporate executives and their families over alleged links to trafficking of fentanyl precursors. The move was confirmed by the US Embassy in New Delhi, which described the measure as part of Washington’s intensified efforts to combat the flow of synthetic opioids into America. Although the statement did not name the individuals or companies involved, it signaled

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18 Sep 2025 08:22 AM 632 views

US revokes visas of Indian corporate families over fentanyl precursor links

The United States has taken a strong stand against the illegal fentanyl trade by revoking and denying visas to several Indian corporate executives and their families over alleged links to trafficking of fentanyl precursors. The move was confirmed by the US Embassy in New Delhi, which described the measure as part of Washington’s intensified efforts to combat the flow of synthetic opioids into America. Although the statement did not name the individuals or companies involved, it signaled

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US reinstates in-person visa interviews for B1/B2 from September 2

The United States is making significant changes to its non-immigrant visa procedures, reinstating mandatory in-person interviews for most applicants under the B1 and B2 visa categories, which cover short-term business and tourist travel. These new regulations will take effect from September 2, 2025, and will affect a broad segment of travelers, especially from countries like India that have a high volume of B1/B2 applicants. According to an official update from the government on J

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29 Jul 2025 02:24 AM 655 views

US reinstates in-person visa interviews for B1/B2 from September 2

The United States is making significant changes to its non-immigrant visa procedures, reinstating mandatory in-person interviews for most applicants under the B1 and B2 visa categories, which cover short-term business and tourist travel. These new regulations will take effect from September 2, 2025, and will affect a broad segment of travelers, especially from countries like India that have a high volume of B1/B2 applicants. According to an official update from the government on J

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Indian Student Handcuffed, Deported from Newark Airport; US Embassy Responds to Viral Video

A disturbing incident at Newark Liberty International Airport has triggered widespread concern after an Indian student was reportedly handcuffed and deported, prompting a response from both the US Embassy in India and the Indian Consulate in New York. The controversy began after a video posted on social media by Kunal Jain, a non-resident Indian (NRI) and social entrepreneur, went viral. Jain described witnessing a young Indian student in visible distress being

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10 Jun 2025 08:37 AM 905 views

Indian Student Handcuffed, Deported from Newark Airport; US Embassy Responds to Viral Video

A disturbing incident at Newark Liberty International Airport has triggered widespread concern after an Indian student was reportedly handcuffed and deported, prompting a response from both the US Embassy in India and the Indian Consulate in New York. The controversy began after a video posted on social media by Kunal Jain, a non-resident Indian (NRI) and social entrepreneur, went viral. Jain described witnessing a young Indian student in visible distress being

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Big Update: US F-1 Visa Appointments for India Start May 20—All You Need to Know

The US Embassy in India has officially announced that student visa (F-1) appointments for the Fall 2025 intake will begin opening from May 20, 2025. This announcement comes as a welcome move for thousands of Indian students planning to begin their studies in the United States later this year. The appointments will be released gradually across various consulates in India, including those in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, and will be offered in phases over the summer months.

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14 May 2025 04:02 AM 2.66k views

Big Update: US F-1 Visa Appointments for India Start May 20—All You Need to Know

The US Embassy in India has officially announced that student visa (F-1) appointments for the Fall 2025 intake will begin opening from May 20, 2025. This announcement comes as a welcome move for thousands of Indian students planning to begin their studies in the United States later this year. The appointments will be released gradually across various consulates in India, including those in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, and will be offered in phases over the summer months.

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U.S. Embassy Romania Updates Visa Rules: Matching DS-160 Barcode Required from April 7

The United States Embassy in Romania has announced an important procedural change for all nonimmigrant visa applicants. Effective April 7, all applicants must present a printed copy of their DS-160 confirmation page with a barcode to confirm that the same DS-160 form was used to schedule their visa appointment. Before attending their visa interview, applicants must ensure that the barcode number on the DS-160 form exactly matches the one used to book their appointment on USTrav

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02 Apr 2025 08:54 AM 1.61k views

U.S. Embassy Romania Updates Visa Rules: Matching DS-160 Barcode Required from April 7

The United States Embassy in Romania has announced an important procedural change for all nonimmigrant visa applicants. Effective April 7, all applicants must present a printed copy of their DS-160 confirmation page with a barcode to confirm that the same DS-160 form was used to schedule their visa appointment. Before attending their visa interview, applicants must ensure that the barcode number on the DS-160 form exactly matches the one used to book their appointment on USTrav

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Jaishankar meets US envoy Sergio Gor ahead of Washington visit on critical minerals

Jaishankar meets US envoy Sergio Gor ahead of Washington visit on critical minerals

US embassy warns Indian students on visa violations and legal compliance

US embassy warns Indian students on visa violations and legal compliance

US Embassy delays H-1B visa interviews in India, pushing appointments to 2026

US Embassy delays H-1B visa interviews in India, pushing appointments to 2026

US embassy in India issues fresh advisory after visa appointments rescheduled

US embassy in India issues fresh advisory after visa appointments rescheduled

US revokes visas of Indian corporate families over fentanyl precursor links

US revokes visas of Indian corporate families over fentanyl precursor links

US reinstates in-person visa interviews for B1/B2 from September 2

US reinstates in-person visa interviews for B1/B2 from September 2

Indian Student Handcuffed, Deported from Newark Airport; US Embassy Responds to Viral Video

Indian Student Handcuffed, Deported from Newark Airport; US Embassy Responds to Viral Video

Big Update: US F-1 Visa Appointments for India Start May 20—All You Need to Know

Big Update: US F-1 Visa Appointments for India Start May 20—All You Need to Know

U.S. Embassy Romania Updates Visa Rules: Matching DS-160 Barcode Required from April 7

U.S. Embassy Romania Updates Visa Rules: Matching DS-160 Barcode Required from April 7

Columbus Clean Energy Program to Raise Electricity Rates Starting in June

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India Wins U19 Women's T20 World Cup: Dominant 9-Wicket Victory Over South Africa

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Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

RBI Tightens Rules on Offshore Gifting by Indian Families to NRIs

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