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India to Repatriate 18,000 Illegal Migrants from the US Under Trump Administration’s Crackdown
New Delhi is set to cooperate with the United States in identifying and repatriating approximately 18,000 Indian nationals residing illegally in the country, according to a Bloomberg report. The move comes as part of the Trump administration’s intensified efforts to curb illegal immigration, which President Donald Trump declared a “national emergency” during his inauguration earlier this week.
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has flagged these individuals for deportation, and India has agreed to verify and facilitate their repatriation process. President Trump has vowed to immediately halt illegal entry into the United States, announcing plans to return millions of “criminal aliens” to their countries of origin.
Immigration Report Card
The issue of illegal migration has been a focal point in US-India relations, with data shedding light on the extent of the challenge:
- In the 2023-24 fiscal year, the DHS deported over 1,100 Indian nationals. Globally, 495 repatriation flights facilitated the removal of 160,000 individuals to 145 countries, including India.
- Illegal migration to the US has surged, particularly through the northern border. While Indians accounted for just 3% of unlawful crossings in 2024, they have surpassed the Philippines to become the largest group of Asian illegal migrants since 2022.
- US authorities encountered 90,415 Indians attempting to enter illegally in 2023-24. DHS estimates there are about 220,000 unauthorized Indian immigrants in the US as of 2022, contributing to the nationwide undocumented population of 13.3 million.
Economic and Policy Implications
The Trump administration’s immigration strategy could require substantial investments. According to the American Immigration Council (AIC), implementing mass deportations would necessitate expanding the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) workforce from 20,000 to between 220,000 and 409,000 staff, costing an estimated $315 billion to $1 trillion. Such measures could also shrink the US GDP by 4.2% to 6.8%.
Despite this, undocumented immigrants, including Indians, play a significant role in the US economy. Over two-thirds of this population have lived in the US for more than a decade, contributing approximately 5% to the workforce, particularly in agriculture, hospitality, construction, and healthcare.
India’s Stance on Legal Migration
India is committed to preserving legal immigration channels while addressing unauthorized migration. Indian nationals accounted for nearly 75% of the 386,000 H-1B visas granted in 2023, underscoring their significance in the skilled workforce.
As the US moves forward with its immigration crackdown, India’s cooperation highlights a complex balancing act: addressing illegal migration while advocating for the rights of its diaspora and fostering stronger bilateral ties.
World: Pakistan has issued a strict warning to its citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj and Umrah.
The government has advised Pakistani pilgrims and workers not to beg or collect money without permission in Saudi Arabia.
The Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia has urged citizens to strictly follow Saudi laws and the conditions attached to their visas.
The embassy warned that those who violate the rules could face arrest and deportation.
The embassy shared an AI-generated video on social media under the title, “Important Message for All Umrah Pilgrims and Workers Coming from Pakistan.”
The video showed people being arrested and jailed for begging in Saudi Arabia. It also highlighted the consequences of violating local laws.
The embassy said Saudi authorities have a zero-tolerance policy towards begging and unauthorised fundraising around the holy sites in Makkah and Madinah.
Pakistani pilgrims and workers have been advised to follow the terms and validity of their visas.
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They have also been told not to stay in Saudi Arabia after their visas expire.
The embassy further warned citizens not to engage in activities that are not permitted under their visa category.
Indonesia: A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores Island early Saturday, killing at least 20 people.
The quake hit at 5:58 a.m. local time at a depth of 10 kilometres. Its epicentre was around 68 kilometres from Ende in East Nusa Tenggara.
Several buildings and homes collapsed or were damaged. Videos showed people running in panic as the ground shook.
A brief tsunami warning was issued, and residents were asked to move to higher ground. The warning was later lifted.
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Indonesia is prone to earthquakes because it lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire. In 1992, a major earthquake-triggered tsunami killed around 2,500 people in Flores.
Washington: An Indian-origin student has been arrested in Massachusetts for allegedly killing his mother and younger brother at their home. Police are also investigating whether he used the internet and ChatGPT while planning the killings.
The incident took place on August 11 at a house on Martha Lane in Acton, about 48 km from Boston.
The accused has been identified as Arjun Aravind, a resident of Acton. His mother, Sudha Venkatesan, 45, and his younger brother, Siddharth Aravind, 14, were found dead inside the house.
According to police, Arjun allegedly attacked his mother and brother at home. He then fled the area in his mother’s car.
A tutor arrived at the house at around 6:30 pm on the day of the incident. No one answered the door. The tutor then contacted Arjun’s father and informed him about the situation.
The family tried to contact the two victims but could not reach them. They then contacted the Acton Police Department and requested a welfare check.
Police officers reached the house and searched the property. They found Sudha’s body in the basement and Siddharth’s body on the first floor. Both victims had visible injuries.
Police later launched a search for Arjun and the missing car.
Early on August 14, officers found the car in a parking lot in Wayland. Arjun was inside the vehicle and was taken into custody.
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During the investigation, police reportedly found evidence that Arjun had used the internet and ChatGPT in connection with the alleged killings.
Arjun is facing two counts of murder along with other charges. He is expected to appear before a local court as the investigation continues.
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