A widening demand-supply gap has created an "unprecedented" opportunity for experienced foreign pilots. First, they must convince U.S. immigration officials that permanent residency would be in the country's interest. Under the so-called national interest waiver clause, non-U.S. citizens are allowed to apply for permanent residency without a job offer, making it easier to immigrate.

​​Benchmark NSE Nifty index was trading 264.05 points down at 11707 on Thursday on account of selling in frontline blue-chip counters.

Key support level for the Nifty is placed at 11,024.8, followed by 10,947.4. If the index moves up, the key resistance levels to watch out for are 11,239.8 and 11,377.4.