US Court Orders Return of Indian Man Deported Despite Court Stay

A US federal court ruled that the deportation of Indian national Francisco D'Costa was unlawful, as it occurred over three hours after a court order barred his removal. Despite clear instructions, immigration authorities deported him to India on December 20, 2025. The court rejected the government's claim that the deportation was inadvertent and ordered authorities to facilitate his return. D'Costa had sought to reopen his case citing changed conditions and risk of persecution in India.