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Allahabad High Court Sets Four-Week Deadline for Passport Police Verification
The Allahabad High Court has mandated that police complete passport-verification reports within four weeks, calling delays a violation of the right to travel. The ruling is likely to accelerate passport issuance for Indian citizens and reduce lead times for overseas assignments.
India Secures 175,025 Haj Slots for 2026 under New Bilateral Agreement with Saudi Arabia
India has locked in 175,025 pilgrim slots for Haj 2026 after signing a new bilateral agreement with Saudi Arabia on 9 November 2025. Early quota confirmation lets companies and tour operators secure flights and accommodation sooner, lowering costs and uncertainty for thousands of Indian travellers.
USCIS Starts Demanding New $100,000 H-1B Fee, Triggering Wave of RFEs for Indian Employers
USCIS has begun issuing RFEs demanding payment of the newly imposed US $100,000 H-1B fee ordered by President Trump. The move, reported on 10 November 2025, creates legal and financial uncertainty for Indian firms and professionals, who make up the majority of H-1B users.