AMERICAN MIGRATION
Why does Canada top global list of most desired migration destinations? Know about other choices for migration
Canada has become the most desired migration destination worldwide due to its beautiful scenery and high living standards, attracting over 1.5 million relocation searches. Australia follows closely, valued for its pleasant climate and excellent public services.
A new $72,000 migrant smuggling route to the US starts with a charter flight, and many Indians are waiting to board
Indian nationals on a Legend Airlines flight faced challenges in El Salvador as they attempted to reach the U.S. via Mexico. The incident sheds light on a new phase of illegal immigration through intercontinental smuggling routes, impacting U.S. border policies and migrants' journeys.
Enter this VIP tunnel on the US-Mexico border at your own risk
Investigation has revealed the presence of a VIP tunnel on the US-Mexico border. Criminal gangs extort as much as $6000 per person to facilitate the illegal entry into the US from Mexico.
G7 leaders tackle the issue of migration on the second day of their summit in Italy
The gathering in a luxury resort in Italy's southern Puglia region is also discussing other major topics, such as financial support for Ukraine, the war in Gaza, artificial intelligence, climate change, as well as China's industrial policy and economic security.
It's open season on international students across the world; and countries have billions at stake
Countries are reevaluating visa programs and education exports as student numbers surge, impacting housing costs, public services, and financial contributions. The debate involves higher-education providers, employers, tuition fees, migration policies, funding models, the role of the Office for Students, and government language affecting international student perceptions.
UK's Graduate Visa programs may stay, but Sunak plans crackdown on foreign education agents
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce crackdown on agents marketing graduate visa schemes overseas, aiming to toughen migration stance before elections.
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Who is Robert Fico, the populist Slovak prime minister wounded in a shooting?
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times after a political event, punctuating his decades-long career in politics. His deputy prime minister Tomas Taraba confirmed Fico's survival. Fico, a former member of the Communist Party, was first elected to Slovakia's parliament as a member of the Party of the Democratic Left.
Americans are fleeing Washington and California to move to THIS state - Here's why
A small region in the US has been seeing a massive influx of American citizens, a kind of mass migration that is very unheard of. Here's what is happening in US.
Here is why the US ‘keeps trying to cap visas for Indians’
Harbir K Bhatia, CEO of the Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the significant role of skilled Indian immigrants in America's tech industry, stating that the sector heavily relies on them for innovation and talent. She emphasized that Indians excel in various professions, including technology, farming, and healthcare.
Trump called the H-1B visa 'very bad' for Americans. Truth Social applied for one
Trump Media & Technology Group, led by Devin Nunes, applied for H-1B visas for Truth Social workers. Jared Kushner's firm also utilized the program. The H-1B visa system faces scrutiny for potential exploitation of foreign workers with Trump's conflicting stances.
American dream fading? Things don’t look too good for those seeking to migrate to US, especially Indians
The US has restricted legal immigration since the 1920s. David J Bier, director, immigration studies at Cato Institute, points out that the system utterly fails those aspiring to pursue the 'American Dream' in lawful and orderly ways. His Feb 2024 study, 'Green Card Approval Rate Reaches Record Lows', shows that only 3% of those who have submitted GC applications will receive permanent status during FY2024 (fiscal ending Sept 30, 2024).
El Salvador to offer 5,000 “free passports” to skilled foreign workers
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele aims to enhance the country's economy by offering 5,000 "free passports" to skilled international workers, granting them full citizenship rights, including voting. To further facilitate relocation, El Salvador plans to waive taxes and tariffs on assets such as equipment and intellectual property.
Indian student dies in US, initial probe rules out foul play
In yet another tragic incident, an Indian student died in Boston and initial investigation has ruled out any foul play, officials said on Monday. "Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate demise of Mr. Abhijeeth Paruchuru, an Indian student in Boston," the Consulate General of India in New York said in a post on X.
'Dune' sequel opens big in US, crosses $81 mn on day 1
Denis Villeneuve's epic sequel to the original 'Dune' -- based on Frank Herbert's 1965 novel about war and survival on the deeply inhospitable desert planet of Arrakis -- saw the young year's largest opening, roughly doubling the original film's opening
Byju's investors vote to oust founder; RBI nod for Paytm UPI migration
At the extraordinary general meeting on Friday, Byju’s investors voted to remove founder and CEO Byju Raveendran. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Indian-American Sonali Korde sworn in as assistant to USAID administrator
Before being sworn in as assistant to the administrator of USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance -- the US government's lead for international disaster response -- Korde served as deputy assistant to the administrator for the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance.
Indians risk illegal 'donkey' migration to chase American Dream
The "donkey" route, a long and roundabout journey designed to dodge border controls, is a common method used by these migrants. The risks and challenges of this journey are significant, but the potential rewards, such as higher wages and improved living conditions, outweigh the dangers for many.
About 25% of inventors and entrepreneurs in the US are foreign-born now — our business leaders must articulately describe how migration benefits America, says Harvard Business School's William Kerr
About 70% of H-1B visa applicants are male, reflecting in part the heavy use of the program for technical and computer-related occupations which remain unfortunately imbalanced on gender. That said, today, skilled immigration globally is higher among women than men — therefore, policy makers and business leaders should pay close attention to their destinations being attractive for women migrants, says Kerr.
Joe Biden kickstarts 2024 bid with speech targeting Donald Trump
Biden lags behind Trump in some polls, and also has the worst approval rating of any modern president at this stage in his term of office. "If the election were held tomorrow, President Biden would lose," William Galston, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, told AFP.
From fake American accents to AI, Indian BPO sector has come a long way
Call it Outsourcing 2.0, which can take India from once being the telemarketing voice of American companies to becoming in near future their very brains. A far cry from early captive units of American MNCs in India, the GCCs have now embedded themselves deeper within business functions, moving up the value chain to deliver higher-value processes.
"We are not another star in American flag": Israel minister dismisses US criticism over emigration of Gazan civilians
Earlier, the United States strongly rejected the Israeli ministers' statements on the resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza and said that the rhetoric is "inflammatory and irresponsible."
Nicaragua flight: 'Passengers from Gujarat agreed to pay Rs 60-80 lakh to agents to enter US illegally'
According to a senior state Crime Investigation Department (CID) - Crime and Railways official, those passengers included 66 from Gujarat, who have already reached their respective native places in the state. Superintendent of Police, CID- Crime and Railways, Sanjay Kharat, who is investigating the case, said these 66 Gujarat natives, including some minors, were mainly from Mehsana, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar and Anand districts.
Why global leaders need to learn how to manage and limit immigration
International migrants amount to about 3% of the world population, which means 97% stay at home: “There is no evidence that global migration is accelerating,” de Haas writes. In the US, immigrants constitute about the same proportion of the total population, 14%, as they did a century ago.
US authorities encountered with over 2 lakh illegal Indian immigrants in last 5 years: Data
The US authorities "encountered" with over 200,000 illegal Indian immigrants in the last five years with the highest cases of 96,917 reported in 2022-23, according to details furnished in Parliament by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA. Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said the US authorities came across 8027 illegal Indian immigrants in 2018-19, 1227 in 2019-20 and 30,662 in 2020-21.
Nithin Kamath mourns Indian brain drain, says Americans are ready to invest in India
While many followers echoed this sentiment, some netizens maintained that it was not wrong to seek greener pastures.
El Salvador slaps $1,130 fee on Indian travelers amid US pressure to curb migration
El Salvador's aviation authority has labeled the fee as an "airport improvement fee," but the motive behind it remains unclear. Notably, the US has been urging Central American nations to take steps to control the flow of migrants reaching its border with Mexico.
New UN migration chief says private sector 'desperate' to take migrants despite negative narrative
The new head of the UN's migration agency, Amy Pope, emphasized the economic benefits of migration, stating that the private sector is eager for countries to take in migrants to address labor shortages. She highlighted that migration fills jobs, fuels innovation, and revitalizes aging communities.
UK interior minister Suella Braverman to raise 'unsustainable' migration pressures during U.S. visit
British interior minister Suella Braverman will address the issue of illegal migration during her visit to the U.S. She will present a blueprint for combatting the crisis and highlight Britain's innovative approaches in tackling the issue. Braverman stated that the mass movement of people is placing unsustainable pressures on countries and called for a reevaluation of international conventions and legal frameworks.
Companies like Microsoft can help manage migration: Incoming UN migration chief
Washington's candidate Amy Pope, who beat her Portuguese boss Antonio Vitorino in an tense election last month to head the organisation, said there was a need to ease strain on asylum systems in Western countries she described as "completely overwhelmed".
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