NEW DELHI -- The U.S. government's crackdown on immigrants is casting a shadow over Indian students' plans to study in the country, with many pivoting to colleges in nations that offer a friendlier political and immigration environment.
Arbitrary detentions and visa revocations have dulled the country's appeal

Indian students contribute over $8 billion annually to the American economy. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by AP and Getty Images)
NEW DELHI -- The U.S. government's crackdown on immigrants is casting a shadow over Indian students' plans to study in the country, with many pivoting to colleges in nations that offer a friendlier political and immigration environment.