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Are you 'extraordinary'? If so, you can get around Trump's H-1B order

Indians are turning to niche visas that require certain distinctions and achievements

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Bhaswar Kumar New Delhi
Donald Trump's H-1B visa restrictions killing your chance at 'the American dream'? You can always opt for O-1 or EB-1 visas, with one catch — you need to be "extraordinary". 

By now, it's no news that H-1B visas are no longer your best bet for entering the 'the land of the free and the home of the brave'. However, the Times of India reported on Monday that niche visas that require the applicant to possess certain 'distinctions' have grown in popularity. 

The report presents the case of a Mumbai fashion designer, Shalini (name changed), who obtained an

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