India, July 2 -- A controversial visa rule that could upend the stay of international students in the US is under review. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed replacing the current flexible student visa system with a fixed period of stay for students.

The decision has sparked concern among legal experts and educational institutions. The proposal has reportedly been sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), a key step before publication in the Federal Register, per a TOI report.

Once published, a comment period usually follows. However, immigration experts warn that the rule may be rushed through as an interim final rule, making it immediately enforceable

Currently, international students are admitted for the ...