Indian research scholar Ranjani Srinivasan recently made headlines as she fled to Canada following the unexpected revocation of her US student visa. US authorities accused her of being a ‘terrorist sympathiser’ supporting Hamas without any evidence. Srinivasan, who was pursuing her studies at Columbia University, faced aggressive actions by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) leading to the termination of her enrolment. This incident sheds light on the concerning immigration enforcement practices targeting individuals engaged in political activism. The case has sparked outrage among the academic community and advocates for human rights. Srinivasan’s experience serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by international students and scholars in the current political climate. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.