‘Is it time to pause H-1B?’ asks US Senator: Ticking clock for Indian students

 The H-1B visa program, crucial for Indian students and professionals in the US, faces increased scrutiny due to unverified allegations of kickbacks for hiring Indian tech workers. Political figures are questioning the program’s future, potentially disrupting the study-to-work pipeline and impacting the Indian IT workforce. This debate is fueled by broader concerns about American jobs and geopolitical tensions. The H-1B visa program, crucial for Indian students and professionals in the US, faces increased scrutiny due to unverified allegations of kickbacks for hiring Indian tech workers. Political figures are questioning the program’s future, potentially disrupting the study-to-work pipeline and impacting the Indian IT workforce. This debate is fueled by broader concerns about American jobs and geopolitical tensions.