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The US Embassy has issued a strict warning to Indian visa holders about respecting their authorized stay period. Meanwhile, former President Trump threatened higher tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene also called for ending H1-B visas, citing job losses for Americans. India defended its energy policy, calling criticism unjustified.

Key Points: US Warns Indian Visa Holders to Respect Stay Terms Amid Trump Tariff Threat

  • US Embassy warns of visa revocation for overstayers
  • Trump threatens higher tariffs on India over Russian oil
  • India defends energy imports as sovereign right
  • Marjorie Taylor Greene calls for end to H1-B visas
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Respect terms of your US visa, authorised period of stay: warns US

US Embassy cautions Indian visa holders against overstaying as Trump threatens tariffs over Russian oil imports.

"Remaining in the US past your I-94 date can lead to visa revocation and deportation. – US Embassy"

New Delhi, August 5

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 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. Overstaying may permanently affect your ability to travel, study, or work in the United States."

https://x.com/USAndIndia/status/1952368937917706434

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."

https://x.com/RepMTG/status/1952386743040421930

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.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As an NRI, I've seen many cases where people overstay and ruin their future prospects. The US immigration system is very strict - follow the rules or face consequences.
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Arjun K
Why is US always lecturing others? First they want to control our oil purchases, now visa rules. India should stand firm on both issues. Our energy security comes first!
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Priya S
The H1-B visa comment by that Congresswoman is disappointing. Indian tech workers contribute massively to US economy. This kind of rhetoric hurts bilateral relations.
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Michael C
While I support India's right to buy oil from Russia, we must acknowledge that visa rules are different matter. Every country has right to enforce its immigration laws.
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Kavya N
The timing of these announcements together feels intentional. First visa warning, then oil tariff threat. US should maintain separate diplomatic channels for different issues.
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Vikram M
MEA's response was perfect - strong but diplomatic. We can't let other nations dictate our energy policy when our citizens' welfare is at stake. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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