technology sector
How H-1B Visas Shaped America's Tech Giants: The Stories of Musk, Pichai, and Nadella
Sep 26, 2025 09:00 pm CST
The H-1B visa program has been instrumental in bringing global talent to America's technology sector, with tech giants Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, and Satya Nadella all entering the US through this pathway. Despite its importance to innovation and economic growth, the program faces challenges with President Trump's recent implementation of a $100,000 fee increase, raising concerns among the Indian government and tech industry as Indians represent 71% of approved H-1B applications.
High-Skilled Migrants 'Key' For US Growth Warns Top Economist
Sep 23, 2025 07:44 pm CST
High-skilled migrants are vital for the US economy, the OECD's chief economist told AFP, after the United States imposed a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas widely used by the tech industry.
H-1B Visa Could Be Up For Negotiation Once Trade Deal Signed: US Ex-Envoy
Sep 23, 2025 02:59 am CST
US President Donald Trump's plan to impose a massive fee on Indians seeking fresh H-1B visas could come back on the negotiating table once the trade deal between the two nations is concluded, former US Ambassador to New Delhi Tim Roemer said.
"Abuse Of H-1B Programme National Security Threat": Trump As He Hikes Visa Fees
Sep 20, 2025 02:02 pm CST
US President Donald Trump said abuse of the H-1B programme is a national security threat as he signed a proclamation restricting entry of certain non-immigrant workers and imposing a staggering annual USD 100,000 fee on the visas
Trump Slaps $100,000 Fee On H-1B Visas: What It Means For Indians
Sep 20, 2025 01:47 pm CST
US President Donald Trump, in his latest efforts to crack down on immigration, signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 (over Rs 88 lakh) fee on H-1B visa applicants.