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India slams US Senator's 'indentured servants' remark on H-1B workers
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) strongly condemned remarks made by US Senator JD Vance, describing them as 'deeply offensive' and 'unwarranted'. The MEA stated that Indian professionals significantly contribute to the US economy and innovation, and that Vance's terminology carried colonial connotations. The ministry also addressed US PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) application suspensions, clarifying that while existing H-1B visas and holders' status are unaffected, the move may impede eligible employees' Green Card processes. India asserted that talent mobility benefits both economies and that the US Green Card curbs hurt shared ambitions.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (7): Deccan Herald, Mint, The Financial Express, The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express, The Times of India, The Tribune
- Right (3): India Today, Swarajya, The Pioneer