US proposes EB-5 programme changes with tighter oversight, higher investment thresholdUS Homeland Security is proposing stricter rules for the EB-5 investor visa program, aiming to boost oversight and integrity. The plan incl...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Hugh Jackman: ‘I’d sell my soul for…’ Veteran Australian actor’s inspiring words on purpose and sacrifice; meaning and context explainedActor Hugh Jackman's powerful quote underscores the idea that significant change often requires personal sacrifice, be it time, comfort, or...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
US Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh says he will stick by 2% inflation target, vows to bring in real-time economic data for making interest rate decisionsFederal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh declared unwavering commitment to the 2% inflation target, signaling no monetary policy easing despite...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.58 AM IST
Karnataka begins Gruha Jyothi verification; BJP questions PAN, caste certificate requirementKarnataka's Gruha Jyothi scheme, offering free electricity, is facing a door-to-door verification process. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has a...
01 Jul, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes charge as new Vice Chief of Indian Air ForceAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has assumed the role of Vice Chief of the Air Staff, succeeding Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor. A distinguished offic...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
US Justice Department directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' following court rulingThe U.S. Justice Department is now prioritizing investigations into "birth tourism" schemes, directing federal prosecutors to pursue crimin...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
My wife and I declared diabetes in our health insurance policy. Will it cover new illnesses too?ET Wealth Reader's Query: My wife and I have had a floater health insurance policy for over four years. We declared diabetes as a pre-exist...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Former finance services secy Rajiv Kumar named HDFC Bank part-time chairmanKumar (66), a seasoned public policy leader and financial sector reformer, is widely credited with playing a key role in revitalising India...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.29 AM IST
From QR codes to fraud risks: 7 essential UPI facts every user should knowWe begin this new series with Bala, a curious young learner, as he explores money concepts. His first lesson: understanding UPI and digital...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
JGB yields rise as inflation concerns grow on BOJ policy outlookJapanese government bond yields climbed as inflation worries grew. Reports suggest the government might steer the Bank of Japan towards its...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Global Market: Japan govt urges BOJ policy coordination as it targets faster economic growthJapan is aiming for over 1% real economic growth annually, a significant jump from its recent average. This ambitious plan, detailed in a d...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Lance Schroyer ICE Nomination: All about ex-Police officer from Oklahoma set to be next director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agencyLance Schroyer was a former state trooper and United States Marine "with DECADES of experience locking up the worst of the worst," said U.S...
28 Jun, 2026, 05.40 AM IST
Indian-origin lawyer faces $255,000 fine in US over alleged asylum fraudAn Indian-origin attorney faces a hefty fine exceeding $250,000 from US federal authorities for allegedly submitting fraudulent documents a...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
US plans steep citizenship fee hike; Indians among hardest hitU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is proposing significant fee hikes for naturalization, potentially impacting thousands of Indian ...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
US proposes 75% hike in citizenship application fee, ends fee waivers for naturalisation seekersUS Homeland Security is proposing a significant hike in naturalisation application fees, with Form N-400 potentially rising by 75% to $1,33...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
A tax-law argument could make or break Trump's H-1B $100,000 planA US court blocked a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it an unconstitutional tax imposed by presidential authority without congressional app...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
New US visa rule could change how long international students can stay in the countryUS authorities are set to replace the 'duration of status' system for international students with fixed stay periods. This significant poli...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.47 AM IST