Pakistan's factory workers swelter in extreme heat as global brands fail on safety pledgesWorkers in Karachi's garment factories face extreme heat and unsafe conditions while producing clothing for international brands. Many repo...
21 Oct, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
NYC Ferry carried 7.4 million passenger trips in FY2025, while the city subsidised each trip by an average of $8.33 across six routes serving all five boroughsNew York City's ferry service has seen significant growth, now serving around 7.4 million passengers. To keep fares affordable amidst incre...
18 Oct, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Who will pay for today's optimism if AI goes wrong? CEA Anantha Nageswaran answersChief Economic Adviser Anantha Nageswaran raised concerns over the financial risks linked to artificial intelligence. He stated that financ...
17 Oct, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Social Security raises payroll tax cap to $192,300 for 2027 - Here's who will pay more after COLA announcementStarting January 2027, American citizens will witness notable changes in their Social Security benefits and payroll taxes. A cost-of-living...
15 Oct, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
Donald Trump approval ratings crash in 39 states ahead of November 3 US Midterm elections, energy, gasoline prices add to worry. Can Social Security Cost of Living-Cola Payment save it for Republicans?Donald Trump approval ratings in some states were sliding to negative from the positive that is recorder earlier in 2026. Republicans are r...
14 Oct, 2026, 09.07 PM IST
SIMPLE IRA catch-up contributions 2026: Who can save up to $5,250 extra?SIMPLE IRA catch-up contribution limits for 2026 allow eligible workers aged 60 to 63 to contribute up to $5,250 extra toward retirement. L...
12 Oct, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
Australia’s NSW proposes new migration pathway for regional workers; Indians may benefitNew South Wales is consulting on a proposed state-led Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) that could expand employer-sponsored migra...
12 Oct, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
Warren Buffett calls out the worst accounting trick in corporate America, and the analysts who help it alongEvery loan that Warren Buffett’s home business makes, it keeps. When the borrower stops paying, the loss is borne by his company rather tha...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
Turning 60? The IRS' $11,250 catch-up could boost your retirement savings in 2026 - here’s who qualifiesWorkers turning 60 to 63 in 2026 have a higher catch-up contribution limit for workplace retirement plans. This enhanced limit allows contr...
07 Oct, 2026, 04.19 AM IST
Gen X could be your biggest 'workforce advantage' not 'forgotten generation' - Here’s how employers can re-engage themGeneration X employees, born between 1965 and 1980, form a crucial part of the workforce today. While they are loyal and experienced, many ...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Sell your stocks too soon and you may pay more: How long you hold an asset changes your 2026 Capital Gains Tax, and timing matters hereThe baseline for tax planning in 2026 relies on shifting retirement contribution limits. The IRS adjusted these thresholds, altering the ca...
03 Oct, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
AI breaks India’s linear growth model, but campus hiring remains weak: Nasscom’s Rajesh NambiarNambiar said large IT and BPM companies have cut back on campus hiring over the last three years, which is not expected to change while the...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Max out your 401(k) in 2026: The $24,500 limit could quietly slash your tax bill before year's end, and plenty of workers still miss itThe 2026 401(k) employee contribution limit is $24,500. For a traditional 401(k), contributions generally reduce taxable income now, althou...
02 Oct, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
‘Productivity growth in consumer services is powering India’s rise’Dani Rodrik highlights the relationship between ending poverty, boosting the global middle class, and addressing climate change. He emphasi...
01 Oct, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
US Visa Bulletin October 2026: Some Indians get green card relief as new US fiscal year begins, but many remain stuckThe October Visa Bulletin brings forward movement for Indian green card applicants as the US starts its new fiscal year. EB-1 and EB-4 fina...
01 Oct, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Disney Layoffs: Why is Disney cutting hundreds of jobs again under CEO Josh D’Amaro amidst future plans?Disney is undergoing significant staff reductions as newly appointed CEO Josh D’Amaro announces layoffs affecting hundreds of workers. Most...
30 Sep, 2026, 01.22 AM IST
How much should you have saved for retirement by age? Here’s what the data showRetirement savings reveal a stark contrast in average versus median values among different age brackets. For example, a typical 67-year-old...
29 Sep, 2026, 08.20 PM IST