Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Modi to Address Nation; Trump's H-1B Visa Fee in Effect
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, is going to talk to the country on Sunday evening.
Meanwhile, a new rule in the US makes it more expensive for some people to get H-1B visas.
President Trump is now charging a one-time fee of $100,000.
This fee only applies to new visa applications, not to people who already have visas or are renewing them.
A politician named Pramod Tiwari from the Congress party is criticizing the Prime Minister about this new fee, saying that it impacts many talented Indians.
PM Modi will address the nation on Sunday evening.
Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is now in effect.
The fee is a one-time charge for new applicants.
The fee doesn't apply to renewals or existing visa holders.
Congress leader Pramod Tiwari criticizes Modi over the issue.
- Who
- PM Narendra Modi, Donald Trump, Pramod Tiwari (Congress)
- What
- PM Modi's address, implementation of H-1B visa fee
- When
- Sunday evening (PM's address), Fee effective since Sunday, Sept 21.
- Where
- USA (H-1B Visa), India (address)
- Why
- Modi's address possibly regarding new tax measures; H-1B fee impact on Indian workers
Criticism of Modi's Handling of US Visa Policy
US Visa Policy
Impact of H-1B Fee
Criticism of Modi's Handling of US Visa Policy
Pramod Tiwari critizes Modi and sees it as a blow to talented people.
US Visa Policy
The US government implemented the policy change
- PM Modi's Address
- Scheduled for Sunday evening
- H-1B Visa Fee
- $100,000 fee imposed by Trump
- Fee Application
- Applies to new H-1B visa applications
- Fee Details
- One-time fee, not annual; not for renewals or current holders outside US.
- Indian Opposition
- Congress criticizes Modi's handling of the matter.
Sources
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