One-time H-1B fees: How MEA engaged with Trump govt to win relief; details here

The Indian IT sector breathed a sigh of relief after the White House clarified that the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants, not existing holders, and is a one-time charge. Extensive engagement by the External Affairs Ministry with the Trump administration led to this clarification.

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A 13-year-old Afghan boy was discovered at Delhi airport after stowing away in the landing gear compartment of a Kam Air flight from Kabul. The boy, who claimed he acted out of curiosity, was found after the flight landed and was questioned by security.

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A 13-year-old Afghan boy was discovered at Delhi airport after stowing away in the landing gear compartment of a Kam Air flight from Kabul. The boy, who claimed he acted out of curiosity, was found after the flight landed and was questioned by security.

Hijack scare: Man punches in code to open cockpit door; 9 detained

Many Americans aim for early retirement around 63, but financial experts advise caution. Retiring too early can lead to reduced Social Security benefits, higher healthcare costs before Medicare, and the risk of outliving savings. Delaying retirement until 65-67 offers increased financial security through higher benefits and Medicare eligibility, ensuring a more stable and enjoyable post-work life.

Think 63 to retire: Hidden financial dangers; experts reveal smarter age

Many Americans aim for early retirement around 63, but financial experts advise caution. Retiring too early can lead to reduced Social Security benefits, higher healthcare costs before Medicare, and the risk of outliving savings. Delaying retirement until 65-67 offers increased financial security through higher benefits and Medicare eligibility, ensuring a more stable and enjoyable post-work life.

In Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, a soldier tragically died from a gunshot wound sustained from his own service rifle outside a military hospital on Tuesday. The soldier, a driver, was waiting in a vehicle when the incident occurred.

J&K: Soldier dies in Udhampur after gunshot; probe under way

In Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, a soldier tragically died from a gunshot wound sustained from his own service rifle outside a military hospital on Tuesday. The soldier, a driver, was waiting in a vehicle when the incident occurred.

In northwest Delhi, approximately 200 individuals have reportedly fallen ill due to suspected food poisoning linked to buckwheat flour consumption during Navratri fasting. Authorities were alerted early Tuesday morning, with affected individuals from areas like Jahangirpuri seeking treatment at BJRM Hospital.

Delhi: Over 150 report sick after consuming kuttu atta in Jahangirpuri

In northwest Delhi, approximately 200 individuals have reportedly fallen ill due to suspected food poisoning linked to buckwheat flour consumption during Navratri fasting. Authorities were alerted early Tuesday morning, with affected individuals from areas like Jahangirpuri seeking treatment at BJRM Hospital.

A political controversy erupted in Dombivli after a Congress worker shared a morphed image of Prime Minister Modi in a sari, triggering strong condemnation from BJP cadres. BJP workers allegedly retaliated by forcing the Congress worker to wear a sari, leading to protests and clashes between the two parties.

Maha shocker: BJP workers make Cong leader wear sari over PM photo; oppn fumes

A political controversy erupted in Dombivli after a Congress worker shared a morphed image of Prime Minister Modi in a sari, triggering strong condemnation from BJP cadres. BJP workers allegedly retaliated by forcing the Congress worker to wear a sari, leading to protests and clashes between the two parties.

Tamil Nadu police have filed a case against three minors after a disturbing video surfaced showing an ITI student being stripped and assaulted within a government-run hostel in Madurai district. The victim was forced to undress and subjected to physical abuse, including being struck with a slipper.

Ragging horror in TN: ITI student forced to undress, beaten in hostel room

Tamil Nadu police have filed a case against three minors after a disturbing video surfaced showing an ITI student being stripped and assaulted within a government-run hostel in Madurai district. The victim was forced to undress and subjected to physical abuse, including being struck with a slipper.

Customs officials in Kerala are conducting raids across 30 locations, including the residences of actors Dulqar Salman and Prithviraj, as part of "Operation Numkhor." This operation targets the alleged illegal import of approximately 100 premium, second-hand vehicles from Bhutan.

Customs raids homes of actors Dulquer, Prithviraj in vehicle smuggling case

Customs officials in Kerala are conducting raids across 30 locations, including the residences of actors Dulqar Salman and Prithviraj, as part of "Operation Numkhor." This operation targets the alleged illegal import of approximately 100 premium, second-hand vehicles from Bhutan.

IIT Madras Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, views the US H-1B visa fee hike as a positive development for India. He believes it will encourage talented Indian engineers and tech graduates to stay in India, boosting domestic research and innovation.

H-1B fee hike: IIT Madras director calls it a blessing; urges talent retention

IIT Madras Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, views the US H-1B visa fee hike as a positive development for India. He believes it will encourage talented Indian engineers and tech graduates to stay in India, boosting domestic research and innovation.

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The Indian IT sector breathed a sigh of relief after the White House clarified that the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants, not existing holders, and is a one-time charge. Extensive engagement by the External Affairs Ministry with the Trump administration led to this clarification.

One-time H-1B fees: How MEA engaged with Trump govt to win relief; details here

The Indian IT sector breathed a sigh of relief after the White House clarified that the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants, not existing holders, and is a one-time charge. Extensive engagement by the External Affairs Ministry with the Trump administration led to this clarification.

IIT Madras Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, views the US H-1B visa fee hike as a positive development for India. He believes it will encourage talented Indian engineers and tech graduates to stay in India, boosting domestic research and innovation.

H-1B fee hike: IIT Madras Director calls it a blessing; Says ‘craze for US is gone’

IIT Madras Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, views the US H-1B visa fee hike as a positive development for India. He believes it will encourage talented Indian engineers and tech graduates to stay in India, boosting domestic research and innovation.

Despite the rhetoric of empowerment echoing through boardrooms, India’s gender pay gap remains glaring. Women continue to earn significantly less, with the IT sector emerging as the worst offender, followed by real estate, FMCG, and banking. Career breaks and workplace bias drive the disparity, while professionals demand pay transparency and performance-based growth to break entrenched inequities.

Boardroom slogans, broken payslips: Why India’s gender pay gap won’t budge

Despite the rhetoric of empowerment echoing through boardrooms, India’s gender pay gap remains glaring. Women continue to earn significantly less, with the IT sector emerging as the worst offender, followed by real estate, FMCG, and banking. Career breaks and workplace bias drive the disparity, while professionals demand pay transparency and performance-based growth to break entrenched inequities.

A 17-year-old rape survivor in Yavatmal district tragically died from severe blood loss after an abortion attempt. The Class 12 student, pregnant due to repeated assaults by her tuition teacher, was given an abortion pill by a doctor in Pusad. Her father sought the abortion discreetly.

Maharashtra: Rape survivor bleeds to death after doctor gives her abortion pill

A 17-year-old rape survivor in Yavatmal district tragically died from severe blood loss after an abortion attempt. The Class 12 student, pregnant due to repeated assaults by her tuition teacher, was given an abortion pill by a doctor in Pusad. Her father sought the abortion discreetly.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang lauded Elon Musk and xAI for building a massive AI supercluster in Memphis in just 19 days, a feat Huang deemed "superhuman." The multi-billion dollar Memphis Supercluster aims to significantly advance AI capabilities. In related news, Nvidia announced a $100 billion investment in OpenAI, supplying advanced data center chips.

He is ‘superhuman’: Nvidia CEO praises Musk; says xAI did in 19 what take years to do

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang lauded Elon Musk and xAI for building a massive AI supercluster in Memphis in just 19 days, a feat Huang deemed "superhuman." The multi-billion dollar Memphis Supercluster aims to significantly advance AI capabilities. In related news, Nvidia announced a $100 billion investment in OpenAI, supplying advanced data center chips.