<h1>Opposition slams US $100,000 H-1B annual fee, urges government to seek diplomatic talks and protect tech workers</h1> Opposition parties criticized the government after the US imposed a USD 100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, alleging the measure targets nationals of the country and reflects a failure of foreign policy; they demanded diplomatic engagement and remedial steps to protect affected workers and sectors. Parties argued the fee will disproportionately harm tech professionals and outsourcing industries, urged negotiation with the US, and called for domestic economic measures to mitigate job and revenue losses. The government expressed concern about humanitarian disruptions to families, said it would assess implications and seek consultations with US authorities, and acknowledged industry stakes in skilled mobility and bilateral ties.