H-1B workers get relief as US court scraps $100,000 fee; employers may accelerate filingsA US federal judge struck down the $100,000 fee for fresh H-1B petitions, deeming it an unlawful tax. This ruling could encourage more appl...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
'If America won't get Indian brains...': Former Meta executive and founder warns US on H1B visa, says jobs would go to Bangalore anywayA federal court struck down a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Former Meta engineer Zach Wilson praised this, highlighting the talent pool in India....
09 Jun, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
India-crewed tanker hit near Iran, MEA says communication between ship & US Navy preceded strikeThe US military fired on a tanker carrying 24 Indian crew members. This happened as the US enforces a blockade of Iranian ports. India's Mi...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
"I don't hire Indians": Indian-origin restaurant owner in Texas says her 7 Monk’s Cafe has "almost no Indian staff", internet calls it 'casual racism'A Texas restaurant owner has gone viral for her unique hiring approach. 7 Monk's Cafe Texas, serving Indian and Mediterranean food, intenti...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Indian Envoy Vinay Kwatra meets US corporate and tech leaders to boost AI and supply chain tiesIndia's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met top business and tech leaders to advance economic ties. In posts on X, he highlighted...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
US confirms military action on vessel that violated Iran port blockadeUnited States forces disabled an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman. The vessel, M/T Marivex, violated a blockade of Iran's ports. US military ...
08 Jun, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Rupee slumps as elevated crude, Treasury yields support dollarA raft of measures aimed at supporting the currency battered by the impact of the months-long Iran war had boosted the rupee to its best da...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
US company rejects Indian techie saying it only hires from MIT, Stanford or Ivy League. 6 months later, karma hits the US companyA startup founder rejected a candidate from a Tier 2 college, stating a preference for elite institutions. Six months later, the founder la...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
'1,076 Indians deported from US in 2026': MEAIndia and the United States are actively discussing migration and mobility. The goal is to encourage legal travel while stopping illegal bo...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
Indian-American couple gives $5.5 million for healthcare infra in USBrij and Sunita Agarwal have gifted USD 5.5 million to expand medical services in Houston. This significant donation will enhance clinical ...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Indian immigrants founded more US unicorns than any other nationality: ReportIndian-born entrepreneurs lead in founding US billion-dollar startups. They have established 96 unicorns. Immigrants overall founded 59% of...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Indian corporations poised to become large brand owners in US: Oyo founder Ritesh AgarwalIndian companies are poised to become significant brand owners in the United States. This shift will enhance India's global influence beyon...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Indian VCs expand US footprint to tap AI boom earlyIndian tech investors are increasingly establishing a presence in the US, particularly in the Bay Area, to tap into the booming AI sector. ...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
Rupee falls amidst gulf tensions and rising oil pricesThe Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar on Wednesday. This decline was driven by escalating tensions in the Gulf region and a subse...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.44 AM IST
Pharma exports to US seen muted this yearIndian pharma exports to the US face a subdued outlook this year. Policy uncertainties, falling generic prices, and regional conflicts are ...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
India remains engaged with US on Section 301 proceedings on forced labour issues: Commerce MinistryIndia continues discussions with the United States regarding Section 301 proceedings concerning forced labour. These talks occur as both na...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Wild West! Indian students wary of smoking guns in US jobsIndian students in the US are now rigorously vetting employers before accepting job offers. This caution stems from heightened scrutiny of ...
31 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST