Dhaka, Sept. 21 -- Airlines are cutting flights between India and the US amid declining demand driven by tighter visa rules and ongoing trade tensions.

The Trump administration's recent imposition of a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications has dealt a significant blow to this crucial travel market.

India accounts for nearly 75pc of the 85,000 annual H-1B visas issued by the US. Industry experts warn the new visa policy may reduce travel by Indian professionals and their families, impacting India-US routes significantly.

This visa tightening follows the US's imposition of 50% tariffs on many Indian exports, adding to bilateral strains.

As a result, airlines are expected to operate 27% fewer seats between the two countries in Janua...