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US Embassy in Tokyo warns: Disclose Social media or no visa

New visa application guidelines point towards mandatory disclosure of all Social Networking Service (SNS) accounts accounts used in the last 5 years.

On their X handle, the US Embassy's Tokyo visa division shared a message about individuals requesting a non-immigrant visa (DS-160). According to the letter, applicants will not be permitted entry into the nation if they do not provide proper information about the Social Networking Service (SNS) accounts they have used in the last five years.(AP)
Published on May 02, 2025 04:10 AM IST

Zelensky slams US embassy after strikes: ‘Strong country, yet weak reaction'

Ukrainian President Zelensky questioned the US  embassy for not naming Russia as the culprit after 18 people died in Ukraine due to missile strikes.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy slammed the US embassy in his country for their
Updated on Apr 05, 2025 07:39 PM IST
By | Written by Ria Amol Wadikar

US cancelled 2,000 visa appointments in India. Here's why

The United States has cancelled over 2,000 visa applications in India, its embassy announced on Wednesday.

Indians are one of the most prominent demographics who enter the United States for all kinds of activities, be it work, tourism, or as students.(Representational)
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 09:08 PM IST
ByShivam Pratap Singh

US embassy warns immigrants from THIS country about visa overstay

The US Embassy warned a key immigrant group about visa overstay

President Donald Trump is pausing Green Card processing (REUTERS)
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 03:42 PM IST

US embassy cancels about 2,000 fraud visa appointments made by bots

Over 70% of all H-1B visas issued between October 2022 and September 2023 were received by Indian skilled workers, according to data shared in the Rajya Sabha

According to the USICS, the H-1B classification has an annual numerical limit (cap) of 65,000 for new statuses/visas each fiscal year (with certain deductions and additions based on H-1B1 set-asides and usage).(HT File)
Published on Mar 27, 2025 11:17 AM IST

US government moving towards permanent visa renewal process within the country

The US Department of State aims to implement a permanent H1B visa renewal program domestically by 2025, following a successful pilot in early 2024.

Over the past year, the US embassy and consulates in India processed 1.4 million visas. (Raj K Raj/HT Photo)(HT_PRINT)
Published on Jan 16, 2025 09:12 AM IST

US announces new rules to streamline H-1B visa appointments

US H1B visa: This announcement comes soon after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) unveiled new rules for the H-1B visa process

The US embassy has announced new rules to streamline the appointment process for visa applicants (HT File Photo/ Representational image)
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 01:24 PM IST

‘Loud bang’ outside US embassy in London leads to area lockdown; police responds

The Metropolitan Police has since released an official statement confirming the “loud bang” a result of a controlled explosion on a suspicious package.

A loud bang was heard near the US Embassy in Nine Elms, London, on Friday, November 22, after police conducted a controlled explosion on a suspicious package. (X)
Published on Nov 22, 2024 04:35 PM IST

US embassy in Kyiv shuts down over potential air attack threat

The embassy warned American citizens in the region to be prepared to immediately shelter in case an air alert is sounded.

The US embassy in Kyiv has shut down for Wednesday. (File/AP)
Updated on Nov 20, 2024 12:41 PM IST

Has US expelled Indian diplomats over Pannun case? State department responds

Matthew Miller said the US had updated the Indian delegation on progress of its investigation in Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun case.

State department spokesperson Matthew Miller speaks.( Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images/AFP)
Published on Oct 30, 2024 06:10 AM IST

US issues urgent advisory for Americans residing in Lebanon: ‘Depart now’

Amidst rising conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the US Embassy in Beirut has advised US citizens in Lebanon to leave the nation immediately.

In Lebanon, mourners attend a funeral for the victims of an Israeli airstrike in the Mount Lebanon village of Maaysra, east of the coastal town of Byblos, on October 14, 2024. (AFP)
Published on Oct 14, 2024 10:07 PM IST

US opens 250,000 more visa appointments for Indian travellers: What we know

The US Embassy opened 250,000 visa appointments for Indian travelers, including students and skilled workers, following record student visas this year.

The US Embassy has increased visa appointments for Indian travelers by 250,000, amid a record number of student visas issued this year. Indian students now represent the largest group of foreign students in the US, highlighting growing educational ties.
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 03:13 PM IST

US reiterates need for direct talks between Dalai Lama and China

Christopher Elms, the spokesperson of US embassy in New Delhi, said US president Joe Biden had in July signed the Resolve Tibet Act into a law because we agree with the sentiment of the law that it is there to protect the human rights of the Tibetan people

Christopher Elms, the spokesperson of US embassy in New Delhi recently visited Dharamshala. (File)
Updated on Aug 31, 2024 06:42 AM IST
By, Dharamshala

India-US ties grew in last 2 decades regardless of political party in power: Diplomat

India-US ties grew in last 2 decades regardless of political party in power: Diplomat

India-US ties grew in last 2 decades regardless of political party in power: Diplomat
Updated on Aug 05, 2024 10:40 PM IST
PTI |

Lamichhane likely to miss T20 WC after US embassy denies him visa

Lamichhane likely to miss T20 WC after US embassy denies him visa

Lamichhane likely to miss T20 WC after US embassy denies him visa
Published on May 22, 2024 06:38 PM IST
PTI |

US embassy in India flags new job scam, approaches Delhi police

The US mission reported a threat to security since several “random” Indian and Nepal nationals had turned up at the embassy since October with fake documents

The Delhi Police registered a first information report on Monday after the US mission requested an investigation into the scam. (Representational image)
Updated on Feb 08, 2024 06:24 AM IST
ByJignasa Sinha

US Embassy’s hilarious apology as American professor steeps up ‘tea controversy’

Reacting to the recipe shared by the Amercian professor, the US Embassy wrote that it has ‘landed our special bond with the United Kingdom in hot water’.

The American professor suggested adding a pinch of salt and squeezing the teabag energetically to make a perfect cup of tea. (Representational Image/Pixabay)
Published on Jan 25, 2024 12:05 PM IST

‘Outrageous’: American professor's ideal tea tip lands US-UK ties in ‘hot water’

The US and the UK have already had disagreements on tea. While Britons use a kettle to brew tea, the Americans prefer to "microwave" it.

Tea is the national drink of the United Kingdom.(Unsplash)
Updated on Jan 24, 2024 09:48 PM IST
ByShweta Kukreti

Russian pro-army symbols placed outside US embassy in Moscow: See photos

Several Western countries have renamed streets where the local Russian embassy sits in support of Ukraine or Kremlin critics in recent years.

A man walks past huge Z and V letters - tactical insignias of Russian troops in Ukraine, placed in front of the US Embassy in central Moscow.(AFP)
Published on Nov 30, 2023 10:32 PM IST
AFP |

US Ambassador to India manages visa counter in New Delhi to meet applicants

The official X handle of the US Embassy in India shared a video capturing Garcetti's interactions with individuals.

Eric Garcetti meting applicants. (X/@ US Embassy in India )
Published on Nov 07, 2023 11:04 AM IST
ByVrinda Jain

US embassy rebuts report that India-Canada row will hurt its ties with Delhi

The US embassy said Ambassador Garcetti is working hard to deepen the partnership between the people and governments of the United States and India

US ambassador Eric Garcetti. (HT)
Updated on Oct 05, 2023 04:37 PM IST

US Ambassador Garcetti hands over passport to one millionth visa holder in Delhi

Handing over the passport, Garcetti said, “… this year we are so proud… we have processed over 1 million visa applications.”

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti hands over passport to the one millionth visa holder in Delhi.(ANI)
Updated on Sep 28, 2023 12:43 PM IST

Skip the queue! US Embassy in India expands Visa interview waiver process

US Embassy India has announced some great news for travellers looking to renew their US visa

The US Embassy in India has announced that those with 'clearance received' or 'department authorization' on their previous visas can now use the interview waiver process to apply for a new visa.
Updated on Apr 27, 2023 07:11 PM IST
ByPaurush Omar

Morning brief: Amit Shah's retort to Satyapal Malik's Pulwama claims

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Home Minister Amit Shah(HT File Photo)
Published on Apr 23, 2023 08:58 AM IST

Trekkers, who got stuck at Pindari glacier due to avalanche, hiking back

As per the information received by the rescue team, a lightning struck and a big snowball was formed that uprooted the tents of trekkers on April 20 evening.

The trekkers are returning safely, said Sikha Suyal, disaster management officer at Bageshwar.
Updated on Apr 23, 2023 03:54 AM IST

U’Khand: 14, including 13 US nationals trapped at Pindari glacier after avalanche

Kirti Chand Arya, Bageshwar district tourism officer, said all trekkers were safe and are at zero point and the rescue team, including SDRF personnel, is expected to reach the spot around noon

 (Representative Photo)
Updated on Apr 22, 2023 12:47 PM IST

Sudanese army, rival forces agree to 24-hour cease-fire

Millions of Sudanese in the capital and in other major cities have been hiding in their homes, caught in the crossfire as the forces pounded residential areas.

People walk past shuttered shops in Khartoum, Sudan, Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Sudan's embattled capital has awoken to a fourth day of heavy fighting between the army and a powerful rival force for control of the country. Airstrikes and shelling intensified on Monday in parts of Khartoum and the adjoining city of Omdurman.(AP)
Published on Apr 18, 2023 06:47 PM IST
AP |

Feared gangster Deepak ‘Boxer’ brought to India from Mexico

Boxer switched to crime after a failed career in pugilism and eventually ran the criminal group operated by gangster Jitender Gogi after his 2021 murder.

Authorities with gangster Deepak Boxer (centre) in New Delhi on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 06, 2023 12:31 AM IST

Feared gangster Deepak Boxer, who fled to Mexico, captured in joint op

Deepak Boxer had been on the Delhi Police’s radar, and Dhaliwal said officers learned that the gangster may have fled India in January.

Deepak Boxer (HT Photo)
Updated on Apr 05, 2023 01:10 AM IST

Security scare at US embassy in London, operations resumed after brief lockdown

The US embassy in London was briefly put into a state of lockdown with those inside the building told to move away from windows.

Security scare at US embassy in London after a suspicious package was found outside the building.(Twitter / @AliFord102, @rolaka)
Published on Feb 22, 2023 05:52 PM IST
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