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02/03/2025

Indian-American vocalist and entrepreneur has won the     award for the album 'Triveni' in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category

01/27/2025

India's 76th was celebrated with enthusiasm & fervor in . Indian Consul General Binaya Pradhan unfurled the tricolor, in the presence of members of and Friends of India

01/26/2025

Indian parents visiting their children in the US were denied entry at Newark Airport in for not having return tickets.

The anxiety surrounding H1B visas and other temporary work permits under Donald Trump’s presidency was already a significant concern for many. Now, it is compounded by a silent insistence — with no prior advertisement — of new rules mandating that a return ticket should be already purchased at the time of visiting.

01/25/2025

Former state Sen. Niraj Antani, a self-described “pro-Trump conservative warrior” who proposed unsuccessful bills banning ballot drop boxes and requiring citizenship checks for voters, has launched a bid to be Ohio’s next elections chief.

Antani, 33, of Miamisburg in the Dayton area, is vying to succeed Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who faces a term limit next year. Antani will almost certainly face primary competition, with state Sen. Theresa Gavarone also exploring a bid.

01/23/2025

In response to Donald Trump's birthright citizenship policy change, many immigrant families in the US, especially Indians, are rushing for preterm C-sections to secure citizenship for their children

01/21/2025

A lawsuit filed by more than a dozen Democratic state attorneys general Tuesday is challenging President Donald Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship, a major constitutional challenge to one of the White House’s signature policies.

The lawsuit alleges that a Trump executive order signed Monday violates the 14th Amendment of the Constitution, which gives a constitutional right of citizenship to all children born in the United States

01/21/2025

New Executive Order Limits Birthright Citizenship for Certain Individuals Born in the U.S.

January 20, 2025 – A new executive order signed by the President aims to redefine eligibility for U.S. citizenship for individuals born within the United States. The policy, effective in 30 days, narrows birthright citizenship by excluding children born to certain non-citizen parents.

Key Points of the Executive Order:

1. Children born in the U.S. will no longer automatically be granted citizenship if:

Their mother was unlawfully present in the U.S. at the time of birth, and their father was not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Their mother was in the U.S. on a temporary visa (e.g., work, student, or tourist) and their father was not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

2. This policy applies only to individuals born after February 19, 2025.

3. Children of lawful permanent residents remain unaffected by the order.

Impact on Individuals on Temporary Visas, Including H-1B Holders
The order primarily affects children born in the U.S. to parents on temporary visas, such as H-1B workers, tourists, or students, if neither parent holds U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. For example, an H-1B worker with lawful status but no green card will no longer see their U.S.-born child automatically receive citizenship unless the other parent is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

What This Means for Families

Existing citizens: The order does not retroactively impact children born before February 19, 2025.

Future births: Families on temporary visas may need to rely on their own nationality laws to secure citizenship for their children.

Implementation and Next Steps
The Departments of State, Homeland Security, and others are tasked with issuing detailed guidance within 30 days. The administration emphasizes that this order preserves the integrity of U.S. citizenship while aligning with historical interpretations of the 14th Amendment.

Critics argue the order could create uncertainty for families living and working in the U.S. under temporary visas, particularly skilled workers contributing to the economy. Advocacy groups and legal experts are exp

01/18/2025

A Missouri man who crashed a rental truck into barriers protecting the White House was sentenced Thursday to eight years in prison for an attack that prosecutors said was inspired by his fascination with N@ z1 ideology, court records show.

Sai Varsh*th Kandula, then 19, nearly struck two people standing next to a park bench when he steered a U-Haul box truck onto a sidewalk and toward metal bollards that prevent vehicles from entering Lafayette Square, which is located north of the White House. He retrieved a N@ z1 flag from a backpack after the May 22, 2023, crash, which didn’t injure anybody.

Kandula wanted to “attack and destroy” the U.S. government, prosecutors said.

“He wanted to eliminate the democratic process in America and replace the government with a N@ z1 style dictatorship,” they wrote.

U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich also sentenced Kandula to three years of supervised release after his prison term and ordered him to pay nearly $57,000 in restitution, according to court records.

01/12/2025

An image making rounds on Reddit was reportedly taken in a park restroom in San Jose.

01/09/2025

Doctor's License Permanently Revoked, Sentenced to Prison

🔹 Doctor Sentenced: Dr. Harsha Sahni, a Woodbridge-based rheumatologist, faces 27 months in federal prison for illegally harboring two women from India as household servants under exploitative conditions.

🔹 License Revoked: Her medical license has been permanently revoked by the State Board of Medical Examiners.

🔹 Exploitation Details:

Forced one woman to work 7 AM–10 PM for as little as $240/month.

Misrepresented the victim’s status to charities and defrauded organizations.

Denied life-saving medical care for a victim’s brain aneurysm.

🔹 Legal Penalties:

$728,327 in restitution and up to $200,000 for medical bills.

2 years of supervised release following prison.

🔹 Federal Charges: Conspiracy to conceal and harbor undocumented individuals, filing false tax returns, and evading payroll taxes.

🔹 Statement from Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin:
“This appalling exploitation has no place in the medical profession. Sahni’s actions violated every standard of care and humanity.”

01/06/2025

Amid the ongoing H-1B visa debate, here's a staggering fact: In 2024, the U.S. Mission to India issued over 1 million nonimmigrant visas, with thousands of H-1B renewals streamlined under a groundbreaking pilot program.

01/03/2025

Senator Bernie Sanders comes out in opposition to H-1B visas, supporting the American worker against Trump and Musk.

12/31/2024

The H1B visa debate is heating up on X/Twitter, and we want to hear your thoughts!

Whether you're an immigrant navigating the system, a student with big dreams, or someone simply following the conversation- Share your opinions, experiences, and feelings about the current discussions. How do you think this affects the immigrant community and the U.S. workforce?

12/27/2024

Immigration Debate Deepens Rift in Trump Coalition Over Skilled Worker Visas

A growing controversy has erupted within President-elect Donald Trump’s inner circle regarding the H-1B visa program, which allows skilled foreign workers to fill specialized roles in the U.S. tech and other industries. The divide pits Trump’s tech-savvy advisers, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, against MAGA loyalists who advocate for stricter immigration policies.

The debate began when Trump appointed Sriram Krishnan, a venture capitalist, to oversee artificial intelligence policy. Krishnan’s previous comments supporting green cards for skilled workers sparked criticism among anti-immigration factions.

Vivek Ramaswamy, in a post on X, criticized what he called a culture that "venerates mediocrity over excellence," suggesting this mentality fuels reliance on foreign tech talent. Elon Musk, also a Trump adviser, defended the use of H-1B visas, likening it to building a winning sports team: "You recruit top talent wherever they are."

These remarks drew sharp criticism from MAGA supporters, including Steve Bannon, who denounced the H-1B program as a "total scam." Conservative commentator Mike Cernovich and others accused Musk and Ramaswamy of undermining American workers.

The tension underscores a broader split within Trump’s coalition, where pro-immigration tech leaders clash with hardliners advocating strict immigration controls. MAGA loyalists, including activist Laura Loomer, have accused Musk of retaliating against critics on his platform, X, by revoking verification and reducing account reach. Musk denied these claims, dismissing Loomer’s comments as attention-seeking.

As the Biden administration prepares to implement new H-1B regulations before leaving office, the dispute highlights the challenges Trump faces in reconciling his campaign’s mixed messages on immigration. While Trump has promised tough enforcement, his tech-focused advisers emphasize the importance of skilled immigrants in maintaining U.S. competitiveness.

12/26/2024

MAGA Divided Over Trump’s Nomination of Sriram Krishnan Amid H-1B Controversy

Donald Trump’s recent nomination of Indian American venture capitalist Sriram Krishnan as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy has sparked a major controversy. While Trump 2.0 allies like David Sacks and U.S. Representative Ro Khanna have voiced support for Krishnan, significant segments of the MAGA movement have turned against him, citing concerns over immigration policy.

The controversy, which has been inflamed on social media platform X, largely centers on opposition to H-1B visa extensions and green card reforms. Far-right activist Laura Loomer described the nomination as a challenge to Trump’s “America First” agenda. “Deeply disturbing to see the appointment of Sriram Krishnan as Senior Policy Advisor for AI,” Loomer stated, accusing Krishnan of promoting policies at odds with MAGA values.

Krishnan, a Chennai-born software engineer, has long advocated for lifting the 7% per-country cap on green cards, arguing it disproportionately disadvantages skilled workers from populous countries. In November, he reiterated his stance, calling the backlog for these workers “unfairly punitive.”

MAGA’s opposition highlights a growing rift within the movement, as debates over immigration policy and tech sector representation take center stage in Trump’s second term. Critics like Loomer view Krishnan’s nomination as a betrayal of campaign promises, intensifying the divide among Trump supporters.

12/18/2024

India's official entry, , misses out on the Oscars shortlist for Best International Feature Film.

12/17/2024

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) unveiled a sweeping modernization of the H-1B visa program, aiming to streamline applications, enhance employer flexibility, and bolster oversight. Effective January 17, 2025, the rule includes a revised Form I-129 and updates to specialty occupation definitions, benefiting employers and F-1 students transitioning to H-1B status.

Additional reforms enable faster processing for previously approved cases, expand allowances for nonprofits, and strengthen compliance through USCIS inspections. DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas emphasized the rule’s role in driving U.S. economic competitiveness and innovation.

12/16/2024

Zakir Hussain, 73, has died in San Francisco hospital, his family confirms.

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