Parminderpal Singh, a 26-year-old Indian national, was apprehended by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles on May 21, 2026. His criminal history includes multiple offenses such as vehicle theft, grand theft, trespassing, and vandalism. Following his arrest, Singh is now in ICE custody and awaiting removal proceedings. This incident highlights ongoing immigration enforcement actions in the United States, with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs noting that 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the US since January 2025. The Ministry's spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, reiterated India's commitment to promoting legal migration pathways and discouraging illegal immigration. He explained that the Indian government verifies nationality and facilitates the return of individuals without legal status when proper documentation is provided. The situation of Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old woman who faced deportation after living in the US for three decades, further underscores the challenges faced by Indian nationals in the US immigration system.