Indian nationals
New York Woman Faces Federal Charges for Smuggling Indian Nationals Across US-Canada Border
Dec 06, 2025 05:11 pm CST
A 42-year-old Plattsburgh woman, Stacey Taylor, faces multiple federal charges for orchestrating an international human smuggling operation that illegally transported Indian nationals from Canada into the United States. If convicted, she faces a minimum of five years imprisonment per count, with authorities linking her to smuggling activities spanning from January 2025 to September of this year.
Tragic Medina Bus Accident Claims Lives of Indian Pilgrims: PM Modi Offers Condolences
Nov 17, 2025 03:55 pm CST
A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia's Medina has resulted in multiple fatalities among Indian Umrah pilgrims. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Minister Kiren Rijiju have expressed deep condolences, while Indian diplomatic missions are providing assistance to affected families. The collision between the bus carrying 42 Indians and an oil tanker occurred on the Medina-Mecca highway, with most passengers reportedly from Telangana.
Tragic Bus Collision Near Medina Claims Lives of 42 Indian Pilgrims: Government Response and Assistance Efforts
Nov 17, 2025 02:52 pm CST
A devastating collision between a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims and a diesel tanker near Medina has resulted in approximately 45 fatalities, with 42 victims being Indian nationals, mostly from Hyderabad. The Telangana government has established communication with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh while setting up control rooms to assist victims' families. Prime Minister Modi and other officials have expressed condolences and assured all possible assistance to affected families.
42 Indians Killed in Medina Bus-Tanker Collision: Emergency Response and Latest Updates
Nov 17, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A tragic bus accident near Medina, Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims when their vehicle collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Most victims reportedly hailed from Hyderabad, with only one survivor reported. The Indian government has established emergency control rooms while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has pledged full support to affected families. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy are coordinating efforts to assist victims' families.
US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reconsider H-1B Visa Restrictions: Indian Tech Talent Critical for US Innovation Leadership
Nov 01, 2025 01:19 pm CST
US lawmakers have petitioned President Trump to reconsider his H-1B visa restrictions, including the $100,000 fee, emphasizing that Indian nationals—who comprise 71% of visa holders—are vital to America's technology leadership and AI innovation. Representatives argue that maintaining access to global talent is essential for US economic competitiveness, national security, and preserving strong US-India strategic relations in the face of Chinese technological advancement.
2,790 Indian Nationals Deported from US Since January: External Affairs Ministry Confirms
Oct 31, 2025 02:48 am CST
The Indian External Affairs Ministry has confirmed that 2,790 Indian nationals illegally residing in the United States have been deported since January 2025. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal revealed these statistics during a weekly media briefing, adding that approximately 100 Indians have also been deported from the UK during the same period after proper nationality verification.
500 Indians Flee Myanmar Scam Centers to Thailand: Indian Government Working on Repatriation Efforts
Oct 29, 2025 11:25 pm CST
Nearly 500 Indian nationals have crossed into Thailand following raids on notorious cyber scam centers in Myanmar. The Indian government is coordinating with Thai authorities to verify their identities and complete legal formalities before repatriating them. These Indians are among over 1,500 people from 28 countries who fled Myanmar after the crackdown on transnational cyber fraud operations.
US Treasury Sanctions Over 50 Entities Including Indian Nationals for Iranian Oil Trade Violations
Oct 10, 2025 09:56 am CST
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on more than 50 individuals, entities, and vessels involved in Iranian oil and LPG trading, including three Indian nationals. These sanctions target networks enabling billions in Iranian petroleum exports that fund terrorist activities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the measures aim to dismantle Iran's energy export operations under the Trump Administration.
US Sanctions Two Indian Nationals for Trafficking Fentanyl-Laced Counterfeit Pills to American Consumers
Sep 25, 2025 02:32 pm CST
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned two Indian nationals and an online pharmacy for supplying hundreds of thousands of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl and other illicit drugs to US consumers. The sanctions are part of President Trump's initiative to combat the fentanyl crisis and hold accountable those profiting from dangerous counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
'Fast And Furious': H-1B Workers Abroad Race To US Amid Chaos Over Order
Sep 21, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Panic, confusion, and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the US after President Donald Trump imposed new visa fees, in line with his wide-ranging immigration crackdown.