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"Respect Terms Of Your Visa": US Warns Indians Overstaying In Country
New Delhi: The US Embassy in India has issued a stern warning to visa holders, reminding them to respect the terms of their US visa and authorised period of stay in the United States and making it clear that any violation could lead to visa revocation and possible deportation. In a post on X the US Embassy said, "Respect the terms of your US visa and your authorized period of stay in the United States. Remaining in the United States past your I-94 "Admit Until Date" can lead to severe consequences such as visa revocation, possible deportation, and ineligibility for future visas. Overstaying may permanently affect your ability to travel, study, or work in the United States." Respect the terms of your U.S. visa and your authorized period of stay in the United States. Remaining in the United States past your I-94 'Admit Until Date' can lead to severe consequences such as visa revocation, possible deportation, and ineligibility for future visas.… — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) August 4, 2025 Also on Monday, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Congresswoman from Georgia's 14th District in a post on X said, "End Indian H1-B visas replacing American jobs instead and stop funding and sending weapons to the Obama/Biden/Neocon Ukraine Russia war." End Indian H1-B visas replacing American jobs instead and stop funding and sending weapons to the Obama/Biden/Neocon Ukraine Russia war. — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) August 4, 2025 Her remarks came while referring to the latest statement by US President Donald Trump, who on Monday said that the United States will "substantially raise" the tariff paid by India for buying "massive amounts of Russian Oil", stating that much of the oil purchased from Moscow is being sold in the open market "for big profits". Trump wrote on Truth Social, "India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much of the Oil purchased, selling it on the Open Market for big profits. They don't care how many people in Ukraine are being killed by the Russian War Machine. Because of this, I will be substantially raising the Tariff paid by India to the USA. Thank you for your attention to this matter!!!" India has defended its sovereign right to conduct energy policy based on national interest. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday came out strongly in defence of the country's decision to import oil from Russia, despite criticism from the United States and European Union. According to the MEA, India's imports from Russia are driven by necessity and aimed at ensuring predictable and affordable energy costs for Indian consumers. The MEA described the criticism of India's trade policy as "unjustified and unreasonable," asserting that India will take necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security.
News18
22-07-2025
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US Embassy Adds Another To String Of Warnings To Indians: ‘Ineligible For Future Visas If…'
Last Updated: In a string of warnings, the US Embassy in India yet again said that the visa of any person will be revoked if arrested in any criminal activities while in the United States. Arrested for assault, domestic violence, or any other crimes while in the United States will not only lead to revocation of visas but also make the individual 'ineligible" for future US visas, the country's Embassy in India said on Tuesday. 'If you are arrested for assault, domestic violence, or other crimes while in the United States, your U.S. visa may be revoked, and you may be ineligible for future U.S. visas. A visa is a privilege, not a right – one that can be revoked if you break the law," the US Embassy posted on X. This comes in a series of warnings by the Embassy, cautioning the aspirants of US visas against breaking the law of the land while in the country. If you are arrested for assault, domestic violence, or other crimes while in the United States, your U.S. visa may be revoked, and you may be ineligible for future U.S. visas. A visa is a privilege, not a right – one that can be revoked if you break the law. — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) July 22, 2025 The stern warning comes in the backdrop of a viral video purportedly showing an Indian woman being arrested by the cops after she allegedly tried to shoplift items at a store in the US. 'Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all US laws," the Embassy said on X. Earlier, when External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal was asked about the viral video concerning the woman, he said, 'When a person is living in a country — whether they are a citizen of that country or not — it is their responsibility to abide by the laws there." 'Hence, whenever our people go abroad, we always urge them to respect and follow the laws of that country, so that they can build a good and positive image for themselves and our country," he added. view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 22:01 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- The Hindu
Committing assault, theft in U.S. could lead to visa being revoked: U.S. Embassy in India
Committing assault, theft or burglary in the United States won't just cause legal issues but could also lead to a visa being revoked and make that person 'ineligible' for future U.S. visas, the country's embassy in India has said. The stern warning comes in the backdrop of a viral video purportedly showing an Indian woman being held by police authorities after she allegedly tried to shoplift several items at a high-end store in the U.S. Also read: U.S. requires visa applicants to share social media used in 5 years: U.S. Embassy in India However, the veracity of the video, widely shared on various social media platforms, could not be independently verified. In a brief statement on Wednesday (July 16, 2025), the Embassy also said America values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws. The statement was shared on the X handle of the Embassy. Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws. — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) July 16, 2025 'Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues — it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws,' the Embassy said. Also read: U.S. Embassy, consulates in India put new student visa appointments on pause On June 19, the Embassy in a post had said that a U.S. visa is 'a privilege, not a right'; its screening does not stop after a visa has been issued and authorities might revoke it if one breaks the law.
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17-07-2025
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'It could lead to...': US embassy warns visa applicants after Indian woman caught shoplifting in US
The US embassy in India has issued a new advisory for visa applicants, warning them to follow American laws while visiting the country. The statement comes after a viral video showed an Indian woman allegedly caught shoplifting at a Target store in the US. read more Seven hours, one cart, $1,300 worth of theft: Outrage after video shows Indian woman caught shoplifting in US. Image: News18 The US embassy in India has issued a fresh warning for US visa applicants after a video of an Indian woman allegedly caught shoplifting at a US store went viral on social media. The woman was accused of stealing items worth $1,300 (around ₹1.1 lakh) during her visit. In a post on X, the embassy cautioned individuals against committing crimes such as assault, theft, or burglary while in the United States. 'Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future US visas,' the embassy said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws. — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) July 16, 2025 The statement further stressed that the United States values law and order and expects all foreign visitors to adhere to US laws. Indian woman caught shoplifting at Target According to a video posted by YouTube channel @BodyCamEdition, the Indian tourist was caught attempting to shoplift at a Target store. In the footage, she can be seen pleading with officers to let her pay for the items. 'But if I'm paying for it, what is the harm?' she asks. An officer replies: 'It would have been fine if you didn't leave. You had the chance to pay. But once you left the store, you made the choice not to — and we can't go back from that.' The latest advisory comes amid a series of recent restrictions and warnings related to US visa applications. Just last month, the US embassy had issued another advisory after an Indian student was detained and deported for attempting to enter the country illegally. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Though diplomatic advisories typically avoid harsh language, the embassy's recent statements reflect a tightening of scrutiny over visa applicants and visitor conduct.
News18
17-07-2025
- News18
'It Could Lead To...:' US Embassy's Warning After Indian Woman Caught Shoplifting In Illinois
Last Updated: Following an incident involving an Indian woman caught shoplifting, the United States issued an advisory warning that crimes like theft or assault could lead to visa revocation. Hours after an Indian woman was caught shoplifting in the United States, the Donald Trump-led country has issued an advisory warning against theft or burglary. In a post on social media, the US Embassy in India also mentioned that indulging in such acts could lead to the revocation of their visa and making them ineligible for US visits in the future. 'Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas," the advisory stated. 'The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws," it added. Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws. — U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) July 16, 2025 The Indian woman in question was being interrogated after she was allegedly found stealing things from a Target store in Illinois. The staff and security at the store grew suspicious after the woman spent more than seven hours at the store. Subsequently, higher authorities were informed, and the police were called. It was later claimed she attempted to steal merchandise worth around $1,300 from the retail store. The woman later offered to pay for the items she had lifted. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
