In 2023-24, a record number of Indian students utilized the OPT programme to build work experience in the US. Despite the rising MAGA rhetoric and potential policy changes, the demand for skilled professionals in fields like AI and biotechnology ensures continuing interest from Indian graduates.
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Five Indian students from Andhra Pradesh were involved in a single-vehicle crash in Leicestershire, England. One passenger died at the scene, while the other three passengers and the driver were hospitalized. The driver, a 27-year-old male, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and later released on bail.
Seattle police have fired officer Daniel Auderer after his insensitive comments and laughter following the death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula. Kandula was struck and killed by a police vehicle driven by officer Kevin Dave. Auderer's remarks, which mocked the tragedy, tarnished the department’s reputation, prompting his dismissal. In honour of Kandula, her university posthumously awarded her a master's degree.
Indian-origin 10-year-old Krish Arora of Hounslow, with an IQ of 162, surpasses Albert Einstein's 160. By age four, he excelled in reading and complex decimal divisions. A talented musician and chess player, Krish joined Mensa, inspired by Young Sheldon. Next year, he will attend Queen Elizabeth’s School in Barnet.
Satyam Surana, an Indian student in the UK, criticizes his university for biased investigations of alleged hate campaigns during elections. He claims the university ignored key evidence, delayed the process, and justified discriminatory remarks against his Hindu identity as free speech. Surana alleges a systematic pattern of intolerance toward pro-India views in major global universities.
British MPs Barry Gardiner and Priti Patel raised concerns in the UK Parliament over violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, highlighting over 2,000 violent incidents and calling for urgent government discussions with Bangladeshi authorities to ensure protection, law and order, and freedom of religion for minority communities.
Indian-origin US lawmakers face racist backlash after Congressman Ami Bera posts a photo celebrating the growth of Indian-American representation in Congress. Critics on social media question their loyalty and call for stricter laws on eligibility for federal office based on native-born status, despite most being born in the US.
Arvind Venkat, the first Indian American representative in Pennsylvania, focuses on making healthcare more affordable and accessible. Balancing his roles as a physician and lawmaker, Venkat emphasizes reducing healthcare costs and improving public health. He actively connects with and represents the Indian American community while addressing political engagement and combating racism.
The graduate visa introduced in 2021 has become attractive for Indian students, allowing them to stay in the UK for two to three years post-graduation. The University of Birmingham notes an increase in Indian students, with new courses like sustainability and sports management gaining popularity.
A photo of US vice president-elect JD Vance with his wife Usha Vance's Indian family has gone viral, countering accusations of racism and showcasing his bond with Indian culture. Social media users praised his integration and shared a range of supportive reactions.