3 Things Canada rejects 74% Indian student visas, US-China ties, Bilaspur collision
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Nov 5, 2025 
Manraj Grewal Sharma, a journalist at The Indian Express, discusses the staggering 74% rejection rate of Indian student visas in Canada. She highlights the policy changes and rising fraud as key reasons, affecting both students and universities. Shubhajit Roy, the diplomatic affairs editor at The Indian Express, analyzes recent developments in US-China relations, stressing their global implications. Finally, the podcast addresses the tragic Bilaspur train collision, detailing the incident's impact and the ongoing rescue efforts.
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Why Canada Cut Indian Student Visas
- Canada sharply tightened student visa approvals, denying 74% of Indian applicants in August 2024.
- The move responds to housing pressure, job-market concerns and exposure of large-scale fake admission-letter frauds.
Fake Admission Letters Spark Crackdown
- Fraudulent admission letters and rogue agents from India triggered a major policy backlash in Canada.
- One agent allegedly issued over 700 fake letters, leading to mass removals and stricter visa scrutiny.
Tighter Verification Of Academics And Funds
- Canada now vets academic credentials and fund sources much more deeply when reviewing student visas.
- Officials increased required funds and probe where money came from to prevent short-term funding tricks.