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Texas H-1B visa freeze
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Texas governor orders freeze on new H-1B visa petitions at state agencies, public universities

Texas governor Greg Abbott has ordered state agencies and public universities to halt new H-1B visa petitions through 2027, a move aligned with broader federal restrictions that could significantly affect Indian professionals and academic institutions.

Indian-origin Texas University student arrested for arson, terror threat charges in Collin County
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Indian-origin Texas University student arrested for arson, terror threat charges in Collin County

A student of Indian origin at the University of Texas at Dallas has been arrested in North Texas on serious charges, including arson at a place of worship, as authorities withhold details and the case awaits court proceedings.

Cuban man accused of beheading Indian-origin motel owner may avoid death penalty in Texas
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Cuban man accused of beheading Indian-origin motel owner may avoid death penalty in Texas

Prosecutors in Dallas say they will not seek the death penalty for Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, accused of brutally beheading motel manager Chandramouli Nagamallaiah. The decision has sparked criticism, especially given the suspect’s violent past and immigration history.

Indian Student Sentenced in Texas for Elder Fraud Scheme
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Indian student sentenced in Texas for elder fraud and money laundering scheme

A 21-year-old Indian national living in the US on a student visa has been sentenced to over eight years in federal prison and ordered to pay more than $2.5 million in restitution for helping run an extensive elder-targeting fraud and money-laundering operation across multiple states.

Texas GOP Chair Faces Backlash Over Hindu Remarks
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Indian-origin Texas GOP chair criticized for defending remarks targeting Hindu faith amid Hanuman statue controversy

The Hindu American Foundation has condemned Texas GOP Chair Abraham George for refusing to denounce anti-Hindu comments made about a Hanuman statue, sparking broader debate over religious respect, identity politics, and inclusivity within US conservative circles.

Texas murder
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Texas man arrested for murder of Indian student at Fort Worth gas station

A 23-year-old Texas man has been arrested for fatally shooting 28-year-old Indian student Chandrashekar Pole at a Fort Worth gas station. The senseless killing has reignited safety concerns among Indian-American students across the United States.

Republican leader’s comment calling Texas' Hanuman statue as 'false god' receives backlash
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Republican leader’s comment calling Texas' Hanuman statue as 'false god' receives backlash

Texas Republican Alexander Duncan faces criticism for calling a 90-foot Hanuman statue “false” and arguing the US is a Christian nation, drawing responses defending religious freedom and the rights of Hindu Americans.

Valentina Gomez Burning Quran in Texas
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Texas GOP candidate Valentina Gomez sparks outrage after burning Quran, calling to 'end Islam'

Valentina Gomez, a Republican running for Congress in Texas’ 31st District, ignited controversy by posting a video where she burned the Holy Quran, declared her mission to “end Islam in Texas,” and urged Muslims to leave the United States.

Elon Musk SpaceX Starship’s Launch Cancelled
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SpaceX scrubs Starship’s 10th test flight after launch site glitch

Elon Musk’s SpaceX postponed Starship’s 10th test flight minutes before liftoff in Texas, citing ground system issues. The delay marks another setback for the Mars-bound rocket, which has faced explosions and repeated test failures in recent months.

Austin Texas Target Shooting
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Gunman kills 3 in Austin Target shooting, suspect captured after car thefts

A man with a reported mental health history opened fire in a Target parking lot in Austin, Texas, killing three. The suspect fled in stolen vehicles before being apprehended, sparking renewed concerns over US gun violence.