Donald Trump unveils ‘Trump Gold Card’ visa to retain skilled global talent
Dec 12, 2025, at 12:15 am
US President Donald Trump has announced a new immigration initiative, the “Trump Gold Card”, designed to end what he called a “ridiculous” system that forces highly skilled foreign graduates to leave the United States after completing their studies.
Trump launches 'Gold Card' to let skilled foreign graduates, including Indians, stay and work in US
Dec 11, 2025, at 05:17 pm
Washington/IBNS: US President Donald Trump has announced a new immigration initiative called the “Trump Gold Card”, claiming it will end the “ridiculous” situation that forces highly skilled international students—particularly from India and China—to leave the United States after completing their degrees at top universities.
Canada unveils $1.7B plan to recruit top global researchers
Dec 11, 2025, at 03:08 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Canada will spend $1.7 billion over 12 years to attract more than 1,000 leading international and expatriate researchers, the federal government announced Monday in Montréal.
Canada adds four groups to national terrorist list, cites online radicalisation threat
Dec 11, 2025, at 01:14 am
Ottawa/IBNS: The federal government has added four organisations to Canada’s list of terrorist entities, a move officials say will strengthen efforts to counter online radicalisation and violent extremism, particularly among young people.
Astoria goodbye! Zohran Mamdani set to move into NYC Mayor’s historic mansion
Dec 10, 2025, at 05:57 pm
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has announced that he will shift to the historic Manhattan structure, Gracie Mansion, that has served as the official residence for most New York City mayors since World War II.
Dec 10, 2025, at 04:54 pm
Indian-American influencer Priya Patel has sparked controversy after posting a video online urging the U.S. government to restrict immigration from “third world” countries, claiming that “not all cultures are equal.”
US tightens social media rules, several Indians now face H-1B visa appointment delay
Dec 10, 2025, at 09:02 am
The US State Department’s newly expanded social media vetting policy has triggered widespread disruptions, with visa interview appointments for several Indian H-1B applicants now being postponed to 2026.
Dec 09, 2025, at 11:22 pm
New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has announced that he and his wife, Rama, will relocate to Gracie Mansion once he assumes office in January, saying the decision was driven by security considerations and his resolve to stay focused on delivering his “affordability agenda” for the city.
Terror on the brink? Pakistani immigrant nabbed in US with guns, shocking attack plot
Dec 09, 2025, at 03:03 pm
A Pakistani immigrant, who is a former student of the University of Delware, was arrested after a handgun, ammunition and written plans for an attack were recovered from his possession.
‘They’re dumping!’ Trump sounds alarm on Indian rice, hints at fresh tariffs
Dec 09, 2025, at 09:19 am
US President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing tariffs on Indian rice, accusing New Delhi of dumping the commodity in the United States.
Canada creates new permanent residency pathway for 5000 foreign doctors
Dec 08, 2025, at 11:59 pm
Toronto/IBNS: Canada is introducing new measures to support its healthcare system by creating a faster and simpler path to permanent residency for international doctors already working in the country.
Donald Trump sounds alarm on Netflix-Warner Bros merger — ‘This could be a problem!’
Dec 08, 2025, at 12:46 pm
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump has expressed concern over Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), warning that the deal “could be a problem” due to the streaming giant’s already “very large market share.”
Crackdown at the border! US announces USD 5,000 penalty for undocumented immigrants
Dec 08, 2025, at 10:59 am
The US government has announced a penalty of USD 5,000 for undocumented immigrants aged 14 or older. The penalty has been imposed under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
US immigration crackdown: Work permits to be valid for only 18 months now
Dec 07, 2025, at 08:32 pm
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual, reducing the validity of work permits issued to several Green Card applicants and other protected immigrants from five years to 18 months.
Fatal New York blaze: Indian students die as house erupts in flames
Dec 07, 2025, at 06:06 pm
Two Indian-origin students died after sustaining critical injuries in a house fire in the US, according to the Consulate General of India in New York.
Canada removes Syria from terrorism support list after extensive review
Dec 07, 2025, at 02:53 pm
Ottawa/IBNS: The federal government has removed Syria from Canada’s List of Foreign State Supporters of Terrorism under the State Immunity Act.
Katy Perry makes her relationship with Justin Trudeau official in Japan photos
Dec 07, 2025, at 12:40 pm
American pop star Katy Perry has officially confirmed her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, sharing a series of affectionate photos and videos from their recent visit to Japan.
Canada commits $40.5M to boost defence sector in Northern territories
Dec 06, 2025, at 02:51 am
The federal government is investing $40.5 million to grow Northern Canada’s defence industry and strengthen Arctic security, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Rebecca Chartrand announced Friday.
FIFA awards Donald Trump a new 'Peace Prize' at 2026 World Cup Draw, stuns critics
Dec 05, 2025, at 11:58 pm
In a move that has sparked widespread controversy, FIFA awarded former US President Donald Trump a newly created peace prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC.
Canada, India advance trade talks ahead of new economic partnership negotiations
Dec 04, 2025, at 11:29 pm
Ottawa/IBNS: Canada and India are moving forward on plans to launch negotiations toward a comprehensive economic partnership agreement, following a call between senior trade ministers on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw in Washington
Dec 04, 2025, at 03:34 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Washington, D.C., on December 5 to represent Canada at the Final Draw ceremony for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the federal government announced Tuesday.
Dec 03, 2025, at 02:58 pm
An Indian-origin man who authorities say entered the United States illegally has been charged with homicide and reckless endangering following a fatal crash involving a semi-truck in Deschutes County, Oregon, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Million-dollar medical fraud busted: Indian national sentenced in US
Dec 03, 2025, at 09:01 am
An Indian national convicted of health care fraud was sentenced on Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Seattle to two years in prison, announced U.S. Attorney Charles Neil Floyd.
Canada, British Columbia launch joint crackdown on extortion and organised crime
Dec 02, 2025, at 12:49 am
Surrey/B.C./IBNS: The federal government and the province of British Columbia announced new coordinated measures to combat a rise in extortion targeting residents and businesses across the Lower Mainland.
Ottawa announces $20M for skilled trades training to support housing and infrastructure goals
Dec 02, 2025, at 12:34 am
Ottawa/IBNS: The federal government is investing nearly $20 million to expand training for skilled trades workers as Canada races to build major infrastructure and millions of new homes, Labour Secretary of State John Zerucelli announced Wednesday.
Canada, Alberta sign MOU to boost energy collab, lower emissions and unlock new export markets
Nov 29, 2025, at 05:15 am
Ottawa/IBNS: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Saturday signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in the energy sector, diversifying export markets and reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
Canada Tragedy: Five members of Indian family killed in devastating Brampton House fire
Nov 28, 2025, at 06:44 pm
At least five Indian nationals died after a fire broke out at their residence in Brampton, Canada, on November 20.
Nov 28, 2025, at 09:08 am
US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that one of the National Guard members, who was shot by a gunman in Washington DC, close to the White House, has died.
Washington National Guard shooter had past service with US-backed Afghan forces: Sources
Nov 27, 2025, at 02:16 pm
Washington/IBNS: A 29-year-old Afghan man arrested for shooting two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House had previously served alongside US forces, sources said.
Nov 27, 2025, at 11:44 am
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Wednesday announced it is suspending all immigration processing for Afghan nationals following a shooting near the White House that left two National Guard soldiers critically injured.