Updated: Sep 22nd, 2025 Donald Trump’s sudden move to slap a $1,00,000 fee on H-1B visas isn’t just poor policy, it’s a strategic windfall for China. While the US, in the name of MAGA, drives talent away, Beijing is opening its doors with the new K-visa programme to attract global STEM professionals. China will introduce...
Updated: Sep 22nd, 2025 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, officials confirmed. They said the discussion will serve as a continuation of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and bridge the differences...
In a coordinated diplomatic move ahead of the high-stakes United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session this week, three major Western countries — the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada — on Sunday formally recognised the State of Palestine, reviving global debate over the long-standing two-state solution. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK’s recognition of...
At least 30 civilians, including women and children, were killed early Sunday after alleged airstrikes hit Matre Dara village in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. According to media reports, the strikes occurred around 2:00 am, flattening homes and trapping residents under the rubble. Survivors described the incident as a “massacre,” with bodies lying...
The Supreme Court on Monday, September 22, strongly criticized reports suggesting that the pilots of the ill-fated Air India flight AI 171 deliberately cut off fuel before the tragic crash that killed over 275 people. Calling the narrative “unfortunate” and “irresponsible,” the apex court made the remarks while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday renewed his call for promoting swadeshi (indigenous) products, urging citizens to embrace self-reliance and reduce dependence on foreign-made goods. During his address, he highlighted that many people are often unaware whether everyday items, such as a comb, are made in India or abroad. “We should buy products that are...
Dubai: Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav once again refrained from shaking hands with Pakistan skipper Salman Agha during the toss ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 match, reigniting discussions about the intense India-Pakistan cricket rivalry. The incident mirrored a similar moment from the group stage clash earlier in the tournament, where Suryakumar walked past...
Chennai: Addressing concerns over the recent H1B visa fee hike by the United States, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday emphasized that India’s youth do not need validation from foreign countries to achieve global success. Speaking at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, Pradhan highlighted that with the right opportunities, young Indians can...
Kathmandu: Nepal’s interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki is set to expand her cabinet this evening with the induction of seven new ministers, officials from the President’s Office confirmed. Details regarding the portfolios and responsibilities of the new ministers are yet to be officially disclosed. The cabinet expansion comes as part of ongoing efforts to consolidate...
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s next-generation GST reforms, calling them a historic Diwali gift to the nation, including Uttar Pradesh. Speaking at the launch of the NaMo Yuva Run for a drug-free India from his residence, CM Yogi welcomed the decision to exempt basic essentials such...