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Nine Punjab residents were deported from Australia on a special flight due to criminal charges and immigration breaches. Seven men faced allegations including drug possession and assault, while one woman overstayed her visa. Their disruptive behavior on prior commercial flight attempts necessitated the chartered Nauru Airlines aircraft for their removal.

Australia has deported American YouTuber Sneako. The government cancelled his visa and imposed a lifetime ban. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated the country is better without his divisive presence. This action follows legislative amendments allowing the government to protect the community from those spreading hatred. Sneako was ordered to leave immediately or face detention. The decision received cross-party support.

ICE has arrested an Indian-origin truck driver, Rajinder Kumar, accused in a fatal 2025 Oregon road accident that killed a newly married couple. Released from local custody on April 2, Kumar now faces removal proceedings after ICE claims local authorities did not comply with a detainer request.

Immigration arrests have risen to about 1,300 a day, up from a daily average of 350 prior to Trump’s second term, while detentions of non-criminal cases jumped from roughly 860 to 24,500. Here’s how the US president is pushing through his anti-immigrant agenda despite legal hurdles

US legal immigration, particularly for students and skilled workers, has seen a steeper decline than illegal entries under the Trump administration. International students face increased visa hurdles and uncertainty, while H-1B visa issuances are pressured by higher fees and stricter rules. This trend risks impacting US innovation and competitiveness.

A Brazilian model and former diplomat, Amanda Ungaro, has publicly claimed a long-standing connection to Melania Trump and alleged proximity to Jeffrey Epstein's circle. Ungaro's claims, made via an X account and an interview, have resurfaced following Melania Trump's denial of any Epstein links.

US President Donald Trump has proposed a massive $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027. This plan significantly boosts military spending. It also calls for reducing non-defense outlays. The administration aims to shift some responsibilities to state and local governments. This proposal highlights a strong focus on national security amid ongoing conflicts. Congress will review these budget plans.

Democratic Republic of Congo will accept third-country nationals deported from the US starting April, a deal fully funded by Washington. This expands America's deportation network to Africa, with similar arrangements in Ghana and Cameroon.