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As the war in Ukraine drags into its fourth year, India’s aspiring medical students are increasingly looking to Georgia as a safer and fast-growing alternative, new data reveals. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) figures obtained under the RTI Act, Indians remitted $50.25 million for education in Georgia in 2024-25—a […]
It’s a kind of case that has an unusual trail that stretches from Gujarat all the way to western Africa. It points to an Indian national allegedly orchestrating extortion calls from abroad. An Indian national Sameer Galif Ringbloch from Talala in Gir-Somnath is suspected of making extortion calls to at least three members of the […]
AI is not just limited to movies or tech labs. It’s integrating into the lives of older adults as well. A case in point is the way luxury senior living centers in Manhattan are using Artificial Intelligence to protect senior residents from falls. India may well take a cue from this breakthrough. Falls are the leading […]
What was once a steady flow of Indians attempting to cross into the United States illegally has now slowed to a trickle, according to data from the past four US fiscal years. As per a report in an English language national daily, figures from the US Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) reveal that the number […]
A curious dance is unfolding in global markets. Gold is having a ball like it’s 1979, and stocks are throwing a bash like it’s 1999. Those two decades couldn’t be more different. The late 70s were a wild time of inflation and geopolitical chaos. The late 90s were all about dotcom mania and calm. Ruchir […]
Michelle Obama has stirred the pot with a comment about her husband, Barack Obama. In her IMO podcast, she spoke about the clash between politics and parenting. And this time, her words seemed aimed at home. “Politics will suck the life out of that,” she said with a quick laugh. The comment alluded to Barack […]
For employers, students and workers, the world had spun out of its axis, following the sudden $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Introduced by a presidential proclamation on September 19, it triggered panic and understandably so. Now, reports claim that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has spoken with clarity. A part of the statement, published […]
In a sign of the changing times for global business, even the consumer goods industry’s biggest names are making tough calls. Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company, is all set to slash 16,000 jobs globally as part of a sweeping two-year restructuring plan, according to a report by a business daily. The move […]
US President Donald Trump has announced that their military has destroyed a suspected drug-carrying semi-submersible vessel in the Caribbean Sea that was navigating toward American shores on a “well-known narcotrafficking transit route.” The strike, which occurred on Thursday, was confirmed by the President on his Truth Social platform, where he stated, “It was my great […]
In a barbaric attack, three Afghan cricketers have been killed reportedly in air strikes conducted by Pakistan in Paktika. Following the attack, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced their decision to withdraw from the upcoming tri-nation T20 series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The air strikes were allegedly carried out by Pakistan’s military regime […]
The US Supreme Court recently ruled that immigration agents in Los Angeles may consider race during sweeps, with Justice Brett Kavanaugh assuring citizens they would be released if found lawfully in the US. However, according to a report, many Americans report being dragged, beaten, and even shot by immigration agents. Some have reportedly had their necks […]
In yet another episode of “America First, Mortgages Last (Unless You Have a Green Card),” the number of new FHA mortgages handed to non-permanent residents, including the ever-popular H-1B visa holders, has nosedived to near extinction. Following a fresh squeeze from the Donald Trump administration, access to these government-backed home loans has been cordoned off […]
In a major boost to India’s growing sporting ambitions, Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. It is a milestone edition marking 100 years of the global sporting event. The decision is seen as a prelude to India’s larger goal of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games. The decision was […]
The human cost of restructuring is now seen across offices, factories, and corporate corridors as lives are being disrupted overnight. A growing number of employees across sectors, especially those above 50, are being pushed out of their jobs as companies cut costs and shift focus to artificial intelligence. Many seasoned professionals who once earned Rs […]
For Indian students swayed by the glamour of Canada, it’s been a cruel reality check. A growing number are punching their return tickets to India. Limited employment opportunities, rigid visa policies and rents that are too harsh on the wallets have made Canada unfeasible as a destination for promising international careers. Many students from Gujarat […]
A church expelled an entrepreneur for unfiltered remarks about a Ganesh Chaturthi procession held in Dallas. Daniel Keene shared a video of the Hindu religious celebration. He wrote, “We have to cancel the H-1Bs. I want my kids to grow up in America. Not India.” Though he later deleted the post, which went viral, Keene […]
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Who Backs Trump’s Intervention, Use of Force, Wins Nobel Peace Prize The award comes at a time when the United States has deployed warships and as many as 4,000 armed forces personnel in the Caribbean region and has also launched airstrikes at what it claims are drug vessels off the Venezuelan coast. […]
Defying expectations and dashing US President Donald Trump’s hopes, this year’s Nobel Peace Prize has gone to Venezuela’s prominent opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado. The 58-year-old, often hailed as Venezuela’s Iron Lady for her unwavering fight for democracy, is currently in hiding after last year’s disputed elections. Machado, who was recently featured in Timemagazine’s list […]
A recent hike in the H-1B visa application fee has prompted a quiet but notable shift in the hiring practices of many American tech companies. Following US President Donald Trump’s decision to increase the fee to a staggering $1,00,000, job postings for roles traditionally filled by foreign professionals are increasingly being marked with a straightforward […]
This young man would never have thought that chasing greener pastures outside India would lead to dire consequences. It would trap him in a war. He would find himself in a rival camp. From a quiet town in Morbi, Gujarat to the custody of Ukraine soldiers, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein’s story is one of desperation. And […]
