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US reaches EB-5 visa limit for Indian applicants, new issuances paused until OctoberThe US has exhausted its FY2026 EB-5 unreserved immigrant visas for Indian applicants, halting further issuances until October 1, 2026. Thi...
US cracks down on 'birth tourism' networks, revokes hundreds of visasThe US has dismantled overseas "birth tourism" networks, revoking hundreds of visas for foreign nationals who traveled to give birth and se...
Trump vows fresh Iran strikes after 'playing us for suckers'United States President Donald Trump declared renewed attacks on Iran. He accused Iranian negotiators of deception. This comes after an exc...
US says BYD, Baidu and Alibaba are aiding China's militaryAmerica has released a new list of Chinese companies it believes support Beijing's military. Major firms like Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD are i...
US says BYD, Baidu and Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's militaryThe U.S. has updated its list of Chinese companies aiding Beijing's military, adding tech giants like Alibaba and Baidu, alongside chipmake...
Short staff, ancient equipment challenges before Delhi Fire Service as scrutiny mountsDelhi Fire Service grapples with significant staff shortages and outdated communication systems. Over a quarter of firefighter posts are va...
Reeling rupee drags students abroad deeper into debt at homeA weakening rupee is causing significant financial strain for Indian students pursuing education abroad. Loans sanctioned earlier are now i...
War will end when fighting stops in Lebanon as well: IranIn another development, a potential agreement between Washington and Tehran hinges on US President Donald Trump's administration agreeing t...
Iran says it fired warning missiles and drones at US warships in Gulf of OmanIran's navy reported firing warning missiles and drones at U.S. warships in the Gulf of Oman, accusing the U.S. Navy of harassment. This fo...
Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027: Maharashtra government approves Rs 2,267 crore to acquire 191.21 acres of landThe Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 2,267 crore toward acquiring land for the Sadhu Gram initiative. This area will be used for hos...
US visa laws do not target India; H-1B rules part of global framework, clarifies State Dept officialA senior US State Department official stated that US visa laws are applied uniformly across all countries, including India, dispelling conc...
US optimistic about progress in trade talks with India; deal a priority: State DeptThe US is optimistic about trade negotiations with India, with a bilateral trade deal remaining a priority for the Trump administration. St...
Cuba crisis: After power outages of up to 22 hours a day, shortages of tap water, U.S now imposes sanctions on President, Raul Castro, family membersWhile Cuba has been under a US trade embargo since 1962, President Donald Trump has drastically ramped up pressure in recent months.
US sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC linksAmerica has imposed sanctions on Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex. The US accuses the exchange of helping Iran's government ...
Would like to end sanctions waivers on Russian oil: RubioThe United States aims to stop waivers allowing countries to buy Russian oil. These waivers were temporary measures to boost global supply....
Iran's IRGC says 28 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hoursIran's IRGC reports 28 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz under its security. The IRGC states the Persian Gulf's insecurity stems from US...
US sanctions Iran-linked buyers of sensitive military technologyThe United States has dismantled an Iranian network that defrauded American tech companies out of millions to acquire sensitive military te...
US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury saysAmerica has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade. This comes as a tentative agreement is reached to extend a ceasefire and li...
US warns ties with Iran’s Strait of Hormuz authority may bring sanctions for 'anyone' involvedAmerica has issued a stern warning to global shipping and finance firms. Cooperation with Iran's new Persian Gulf Strait Authority could in...
Marco Rubio accuses Hezbollah of trying to 'drag Lebanon back into chaos'US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused Hezbollah of seeking to destabilize Lebanon. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated people have ...