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04 Mar

Canada Launches $100 Million Scholarship Fund for Indian Students Under New Talent Strategy

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a major boost to international academic mobility, the Canadian government has unveiled a landmark scholarship initiative worth up to $100 million (approx. ₹830 crore) specifically for Indian students. Announced during high-level bilateral talks last week, the fund is the cornerstone of the new Canada–India Talent and Innovation Strategy. This framework aims to deepen the long-standing educational ties between the two nations by focusing on advanced research, technology, and cross-border academic collaboration. At the heart of this investment is a fully funded scholarship programme designed to support up to 200 high-achieving Indian students. These scholars will have…

India Flags Concern Over F-1 Visa Scrutiny, Deportations of Indian Nationals from U.S.

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New Delhi, April 17, 2025: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed Thursday that the Indian government is actively investigating reports of Indian students in the United States receiving notices regarding their F-1 visa status. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Indian Embassy and consulates were in touch with affected students and monitoring the situation closely.The response came amid growing concerns about the treatment of Indian nationals in the U.S., including recent cases involving visa revocations, green card holders being denied re-entry, and Indian tourists being stopped at airports.Adding to the tension, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan…

Canada Tightens Immigration Rules, Granting Border Officials More Power

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Ottawa, February 24, 2025 – Canada has introduced new immigration regulations that give border officials expanded authority to cancel study and work permits under specific conditions. The move, which took effect on January 31, could impact thousands of Indian students, workers, and tourists.The changes come months after Canada suspended its Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme, a fast-track process that benefited many Indian students. With stricter oversight now in place, concerns are growing over potential visa delays, financial losses, and rising uncertainty among foreign nationals. New Rules Grant Border Officers More Control The Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations have been…