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Pakistan expels over 850 Afghan families in single day
Kabul, April 14: Pakistan continues to expel Afghan families through the Torkham border crossing in eastern Nangarhar and the Spin Boldak border crossing in southern Kandahar province.
US: Immigration Judge rules Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported
Washington, DC, April 12: An immigration judge has ruled that Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported from the US due to his involvement in leading pro-Palestinian protests held at the campus in 2024, Fox News reported.
'Should Hindus leave Bengal?' asks Giriraj Singh, slams Mamata Banerjee govt over Murshidabad violence
New Delhi, April 12: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Saturday strongly condemned the recent violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, calling it a "heart-wrenching" incident that reflects the deteriorating law and order situation under the Mamata Banerjee-led government.
US orders foreign nationals to register under Alien Act or face arrest, deportation
Washington, April 12: In a sweeping move that has ignited concern among immigrant communities across the United States, the White House has announced that all foreign nationals residing in the country for over 30 days must register with the federal government or face strict penalties, including fines, imprisonment, and deportation.
US: 118 foreign students' legal statuses revoked across Texas universities
Texas, April 11: At least 118 foreign students' legal statuses have been revoked across the universities in the US state of Texas as of Thursday, according to local media reports.
Vested Property Act - saga of affliction of Hindu population in Bangladesh
Vested Property Act in Bangladesh has affected the Hindu population dwelt on the figures that indicated a continuing silent exodus of Hindu population from Bangladesh from the time of Partition to this day. The relative share of Hindu population declined from 18.4 per cent of the total population in 1961 to 12.1 per cent in 1981, to 10.5 per cent in 1991 and further down to 9.2 per cent in 2001. There was a corresponding rise in the relative share of Muslim population from 80.4 per cent in 1961 to 86.7 per cent in 1981, 88.3 per cent in 1981 and 89.7 per cent in 1991. It was estimated in 2007 that the Hindu population may have gone down to a further 8 per cent and the corresponding Muslim population risen up to 92 per cent. The 2011: and 2022 (7.95 per cent) figures cite further decline in the rate of Hindu population over the years.
Deport yourself now or you'll be locked up: White House Press Secretary warns 'foreign terrorists' in US
Washington DC, April 9: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) issued a stern warning to gang members illegally living in the US following the US Supreme Court vacating a district court ruling that temporarily blocked the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport them.
Endangered eagle from Mongolia returns to Assam's Kaziranga to breed, 5th year in a row
Kaziranga, April 7: An endangered fishing eagle tagged in Mongolia has been recorded by scientists of Bombay Natural History Society in Kaziranga National Park of Assam on March 16 this year.
Afghan-owned businesses shut in Pak amid mass deportation
Rawalpindi, April 8: As Pakistan intensifies mass deportation of Afghan refugees, the businesses owned by Afghans in the commercial centres of Rawalpindi city and cantonment areas have started to shut down.
Rahul Gandhi's Bihar visit will have no impact, says Giriraj Singh
Patna, April 7: As senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi kicked off his 'Palayan Roko, Naukri Do' padayatra from Begusarai on Monday, Union Textile Minister and local Member of Parliament Giriraj Singh dismissed the visit as politically inconsequential.
Tunisian president denies deportation agreements with Europe during his term
Tunis, April 7: Tunisian President Kais Saied firmly denied that Tunisia has entered into any agreements with European countries for the deportation of Tunisians residing illegally in Europe during his presidency, according to private radio station Mosaique FM.
Rahul Gandhi to join Kanhaiya Kumar's padyatra today in Bihar's Begusarai
New Delhi, April 7: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to visit Bihar on Monday. As part of his trip, he will join JNU student leader Kanhaiya Kumar's padyatra and attend a seminar titled 'Safeguarding the Constitution' in Patna.
Rahul Gandhi to launch 'White T-shirt movement' in Bihar, seeks youth participation
New Delhi, April 6: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Sunday made a fervent appeal to the youth of Bihar to participate in the White T-Shirt movement, beginning Monday, in huge numbers to send across a strong message that people of the state won't get swayed away anymore and they are ready to write their own destiny.
US to revoke visas for South Sudanese citizens following failure to repatriate nationals
Washington DC, April 6: The United States Department of State has announced immediate measures to revoke all visas held by South Sudanese passport holders and prevent the issuance of new visas, following South Sudan's failure to cooperate in the timely return of its citizens.
US mistakenly asks Ukrainian refugees to leave
Washington, April 5: In an administrative error, the US government mistakenly issued an email to several Ukrainian refugees, notifying them that their provisional legal status would be terminated in 7 days and ordering them to leave the country.
Coast Guard nabbed 1,683 intruders at sea in 10 years
New Delhi, April 4: While guarding seashores, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized 179 boats and arrested 1,683 people over the last 10 years for illegally entering Indian waters, the Parliament was informed on Friday.
Pakistan begins major crackdown against Afghan nationals
Islamabad, April 3: The government of Pakistan has started a major nationwide crackdown against Afghan nationals, arresting hundreds of "illegal foreigners", including Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders, before transferring them to camps for further repatriation to Afghanistan.
Immigrants to be let in to work in plants opening up because of tariffs: Trump
New York, April 3: Outlining his vision of a tariff-driven industrial renaissance, President Donald Trump said immigrants would be let in to meet the needs of plants that would be opening up.
Parliament approves Immigration and Foreigners Bill-2025
New Delhi, April 2: The Parliament on Wednesday approved Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 seeking to regulate immigration, entry and stay of foreigners in the country. The Rajya Sabha gave nod to the Bill after holding a discussion on it which has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.
USCIS announces policy update recognising only two biological sexes
Washington DC, April 3: The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an update to its policy, clarifying that it will only recognise two biological sexes, male and female.
Conspiracy to bring in infiltrators has mostly been happening during Congress govt: MoS Home Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, April 2: Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Wednesday said that there has been a notable decrease in infiltration in the country, while the "conspiracy to bring in infiltrators has mostly been happening either during the Congress government or in West Bengal."
Sanjay Raut criticises Immigration Bill as 'jail for foreigners'; BJP defends on security ground
New Delhi, April 2: The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, was introduced in the Rajya Sabha by Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai on Wednesday.
After LS nod, Amit Shah to move Immigration and Foreigners Bill in RS today
New Delhi, April 2: The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday will discuss the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 which has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.
Vigil strengthened to curb illegal infiltration, human trafficking from B'desh: CM Saha
Agartala, April 1: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the state government has taken a series of steps to prevent illegal infiltration from Bangladesh, and the BSF as well as the state forces are on a strict vigil round-the-clock.
Tripura Govt steps up vigil to curb illegal infiltration, human trafficking: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 2: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the state government has taken a series of steps to prevent illegal infiltration in Tripura, including conducting joint patrolling in unfenced areas along the international border, conducting raids, and forming district-level Anti-Human Trafficking units.
Israel establishes directorate to help Gaza residents emigrate
Tel Aviv, March 31: Israel appointed a point man to facilitate Palestinian emigration from Gaza, the Defense Ministry announced on Sunday.
Thousands march in Dallas to protest Trump's immigration policies
Dallas, March 31: A massive crowd marched through downtown Dallas today, protesting President Donald Trump's immigration policies and demanding the release of students who have been detained by immigration officials across the country, as reported by CNN.
BJP leader V Muraleedharan backs implementation of Immigration and Foreigners Bill in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, March 29: BJP leader V Muraleedharan welcomed the Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 and stated that it should be implemented in Kerala. Muraleedharan said that the bill will prevent the country from illegal immigrants and is for the purpose of national security.
India, US discuss efforts to reduce trade barriers to achieve balanced trade relationship
Washington DC, March 29: India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and United States' Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau spoke with each other to discuss the "ongoing efforts to reduce trade barriers" for achieving a fair and balanced bilateral trade relationship, strengthen collaboration in defence and technology, and also addressed "illegal immigration" to the United States, according to the US Department of State, Tammy Bruce.
We gave you visa to study...not to become social activist: Rubio on revoking visa of detained Turkish student
Washington, DC, March 29: The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said that the visa of Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk has been revoked due to her engagement in activities beyond the scope of her student visa.
US State Dept Dy Secy holds talks with Vikram Misri, reviews efforts for prosperous Indo-Pacific
Washington DC, March 28: US Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a statement on Friday that Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau spoke to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri regarding ongoing efforts to achieve prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
People from outside enter country and create anarchy: Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha
Patna, March 28: A day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah raised the issue of 'Bangladeshi infiltrators' coming and introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Friday said that the people who enter the country from outside "create anarchy."
Bengal govt should rise above politics for security of country: BJP's Praveen Khandelwal on preventing illegal immigration
New Delhi, March 28: A day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah raised the issue of 'Bangladeshi infiltrators' coming in from Bangladesh and introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, Bharatiya Janata MP Praveen Khandelwal slammed the West Bengal government on Friday for not cooperating on the issue, urging them to "rise above politics and fulfill its responsibility towards integrity and security of the country."
Immigration Bill passed in LS: HM Amit Shah asserts India is not a 'Dharamshala', security is top priority
New Delhi, March 27: The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, while addressing the House during the debate, made it clear that while India welcomes those wishing to come for tourism, education, healthcare, or business, the government will take strict action against anyone posing a threat to national security.
AAP MP questions intent of Immigration and Foreigners Bill
New Delhi, March 27: Aam Aadmi Party MP Malvinder Singh Kang on Thursday raised his concerns in Lok Sabha regarding the Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 and questioned the intent of the government behind the Bill.
BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi hails Immigration bill as Much-Needed for India's National security
New Delhi, March 28: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Aparajita Sarangi on Thursday praised the Union Home Ministry for introducing the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, calling it a "much-needed" piece of legislation to safeguard India's national security by preventing the entry of infiltrators in the country.
No satisfactory answer from the Home Minister: Congress MP Manish Tewari on Immigration and Foreigners Bill
New Delhi, March 28: Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, expressing disappointment that there was no satisfactory response from the Home Minister regarding concerns raised by opposition parties.
Those who come to contribute to India's economy are welcome: Amit Shah
New Delhi, March 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah replied to the discussion on the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. After the discussion, the House passed the Bill.
Fencing work of 450 km pending as Bengal govt showing mercy to infiltrators: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday slammed the Trinamool Congress, saying Bangladeshi infiltrators or Rohingyas enter India through West Bengal and fencing work of 450 km is pending because the state government is not giving land for it.
This country is not a 'Dharamshala', those posing threat to national security will not be allowed to enter: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated on Thursday that the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, will strengthen the country's internal security and seeks to eliminate the multiplicity and overlapping of laws.