US Court Rules Donald Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Increase 'Lawful'
In a summary judgment on Tuesday, US District Judge Beryl Howell ruled that the sharp increase in the cost of the popular work visa is lawful, Bloomberg reported. The decision supports the Trump administration’s broader push to curb immigration and prioritise US workers.
Dec 25, 2025, 06:38 AM IST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Slams US Tariffs, Backs Modi’s Call For Swadeshi Push
Speaking at the centenary celebrations of the RSS, Bhagwat addressed the growing global interdependence and emphasised that India must focus on swadeshi, a call that aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s own push for promoting locally-made goods.
Oct 02, 2025, 10:20 AM IST
Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee Hike Leads To Global Talent Race – Which Countries Stand To Gain?
Trump’s dramatic H-1B visa move shakes US tech, while other countries eye an influx of skilled global workers.
Sep 25, 2025, 04:18 AM IST
Germany Seeks Skilled Indian Professionals Amid US H-1B Visa Uncertainty
Ackermann’s appeal comes in the wake of the Trump administration’s decision last week to hike H-1B visa fees to USD 100,000 per application, up from the previous range of USD 215 to USD 5,000.
Sep 24, 2025, 10:18 AM IST
‘No Overhaul’ To ‘Broken System’: Elon Musk’s H-1B Visa Flip-Flop Resurfaces
Musk, whose relationship with Trump deteriorated earlier this year, initially defended the H-1B visa system but reversed course within a day, calling for “major reform” of what he described as a “broken” programme.
Sep 21, 2025, 17:10 PM IST
PM Urges Nation To Use Made-In-India Goods; Says 'Be Proud Of Swadeshi Items'
Addressing the nation, Modi said the revised GST rates, set to come into effect from Monday, 22 September, go beyond mere tax cuts. He referred to the change as a “GST saving festival”, highlighting its potential to reduce the cost of daily necessities and stimulate demand-driven growth.
Sep 21, 2025, 17:07 PM IST
Congress Corners PM Modi Before National Address; Asks 'Will He Speak On H-1B Visa Fee Hike?'
Congress General Secretary in charge of Communications, Jairam Ramesh, took a sharp dig at the Prime Minister, asking whether his speech would offer any response to the growing concerns surrounding Trump’s latest moves, including a steep hike in the H-1B visa fee.
Sep 21, 2025, 16:31 PM IST
H-1B Visa Fee Hike Rushed, Now Being Rolled Back Like “Toothpaste In Tube”: Former Indian Diplomat
Former senior diplomat Mahesh Sachdev said that American employers of H-1B personnel likely pushed back against the initial order, forcing the administration to limit its scope.
Sep 21, 2025, 15:19 PM IST
US-Bound Airfares Skyrocket As H-1B Visa Holders Scramble To Return
Tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft advised their H-1B and H-4 employees to travel back to the US before the deadline, fueling a surge in demand.
Sep 21, 2025, 14:41 PM IST
White House Justifies USD 100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Hike, Cites Job Losses Among American Workers
The White House cited several examples of companies hiring large numbers of H-1B workers while laying off thousands of American employees.
Sep 21, 2025, 11:59 AM IST
New USD100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Applies Only To New Applicants, Not Existing Petitions: US Clarifies
With Indian professionals accounting for 71-72% of H-1B visas, the new USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications has raised significant concerns about its potential impact on Indian tech workers.
Sep 21, 2025, 06:36 AM IST
Trump’s $100K H-1B Visa Fee Hike: As Road To American Dream Gets Pricier, Here’s What’s Next
US President Donald Trump issued the new presidential proclamation titled "Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers". According to the order, employers must now provide proof of payment when filing H-1B petitions, with enforcement overseen by the US Departments of State and Homeland Security.
Sep 20, 2025, 17:58 PM IST
H-1B Visas: What Trump's $100,000 Fee Hike Means For Indian Companies, IT Workers
The decision, expected to hit Indian IT professionals the hardest, marks a significant setback for both Indian talent in the United States and major tech companies that rely heavily on H-1B workers.
Sep 20, 2025, 07:30 AM IST