The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short

Insurance Cover For Students Across North Kerala Kannur University has launched an accident insurance scheme to provide financial protection for students enrolled from 2025 onwards. A total of 17,343 students from Kannur, Kasaragod and Wayanad districts will be covered under the scheme. The initiative is aimed at strengthening student safety and giving support to families in case of unexpected accidents duri

Flamingo Season Makes Pulicat Lake A Birding Hotspot Pulicat Lake, a historic lagoon town near Chennai, has become one of the most popular bird watching places near Chennai, especially during the Pulicat Lake flamingo season. Every year, birders, wildlife lovers and photographers visit the lake to witness graceful flamingos moving across the shallow waters. The calm surroundings, open wetlands and still ref

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer triggered laughter in the House of Commons on Wednesday, May 20, after accidentally claiming that the United Kingdom had secured a trade deal with North Korea instead of South Korea. He quickly corrected the statement, describing it as a “slip of the tongue” and apologising to MPs. “I’ve just been handed a note saying that I inadvertently said we did a trade deal with North Korea rather than South Korea. That would be breaking news and not very good. So,

SpaceX has officially submitted its initial public offering (IPO), targeting a valuation exceeding $80 billion. The filing outlines the company’s board structure, revenue performance, Starlink broadband expansion, and upcoming orbital AI projects. This IPO is positioned to be among the largest in history, aiming to surpass previous records in the aerospace and tech sector. Massive Market Opportunity for SpaceX The comp

WASHINGTON, May 20 – Former President Donald Trump expressed approval of the US indictment against former Cuban leader Raul Castro, describing it as a significant moment for accountability. While acknowledging the seriousness of the charges, Trump emphasized that the United States should avoid any additional escalation with Cuba. Background of the Indictment The indict

The United Arab Emirates has achieved a major milestone with 50% completion of the West-East Pipeline, a strategic crude oil project designed to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Managed by ADNOC and accelerated under Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, the pipeline aims to increase crude export capacity via the port of Fujairah by 2027. ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber highlighted that even after the resolution of regional conflicts, global oil flows could take several months to

A Vilnius shelter alert was issued in Lithuania after military officials detected drone activity near the country’s border with Belarus, raising fresh security concerns on NATO’s eastern flank. Residents in the Vilnius region were told to move to shelters or safe locations as authorities assessed the possible threat. Airspace over Vilnius Airport was temporarily closed, and Lithuania’s president, Gitanas Nauseda, and Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene were moved to

Google used its annual developer conference on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Mountain View, California, to introduce new Gemini AI tools aimed at making its assistant more proactive and task-focused. The biggest consumer-facing update is Gemini Spark, a personal AI agent inside the Gemini app that Google says can help users manage digital tasks under their direction. The company said Spark will run on dedicated virtual machines on Google Cloud, allowing

Niagara Falls, one of the world’s most iconic waterfalls, spans the border of New York, USA, and Ontario, Canada. The landmark features three distinct waterfalls—Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls—along the Niagara River. Formed about 12,000 years ago after the last Ice Age, the falls are a powerful symbol of natural force. With a height of 167 feet and an average flow rate of 85,000 cubic feet per second, Niagara Falls showcases immense water power while attracting

Laid-off H-1B workers are facing a tighter immigration deadline as tech layoffs at Meta, Amazon and Oracle add pressure on Indian professionals living in the United States. For visa-dependent employees, job loss can quickly become a legal, financial and family crisis because the H-1B grace period is limited. Why Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face a 60-Day Deadline US immigration rules generally give H-1B workers up to 60 consecutive days after employme

TVK-led government clarifies that rebel AIADMK MLAs supporting the government will not receive cabinet positions, securing allies backing. Rebel AIADMK MLAs Excluded from Cabinet Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has ruled out offering cabinet posts to rebel AIADMK MLAs who are extending support to the government. The clarification was made following warnings from the

Amid growing regional tensions, Iran has initiated a public training program teaching citizens how to safely handle AK-47 and Kalashnikov rifles. The initiative, named “National Defense Preparedness”, is designed to enhance civilian readiness while educating citizens about firearm safety. Public Drills Across Major Cities In Tehran and other key cities, men, women, and teenagers are particip

U.S. regulators are examining an unexpected spike in oil futures trading that occurred just before President Donald Trump announced a postponement of planned strikes on Iran’s energy sector. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is reviewing unusual off-hours trading activity that reportedly generated millions in profits for several trading firms. Trading Activity Details

The United States military has confirmed significant aircraft losses during Operation Epic Fury, with a total of 42 planes, helicopters, and drones affected. Reports compiled from US defense sources, Central Command (CENTCOM) updates, and operational briefings reveal the scale of challenges faced in the Middle East. F-15E Strike Eagle Setbacks Four F-15E Strike Eagles wer

A Pakistan Air Force training jet crashed near Mianwali, Punjab on Wednesday, with both pilots escaping unharmed. The aircraft, a Hongdu JL-8, was on a routine flight when it went down in a rural area. Authorities have secured the crash site, while locals shared photos and videos showing scattered wreckage across fields. Pilot Ejection and Safety The Hongdu JL-8 is widely used for training and is

Team Strategy and Selection Gujarat Titans have built a balanced squad for IPL 2026, combining explosive batting, versatile bowling, and tactical depth. The team’s strategy focused on smart selections during the auction, emphasizing classy openers, power hitters, spinners, and death-over specialists. The squad includes Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, an

Tamil Nadu SSLC Class 10 results 2026 have been declared by the Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 9:30 am. Students who appeared for the Class 10 board examinations can now check their marks through official result portals and digital platforms.More than nine lakh students appeared for the Tamil Nadu SSLC examinations this year, which were conducted from March 11 to April 6, 2026. Direct Ways To Check TN SSLC Marks

Columbus City Schools layoffs in 2026 will affect 299 positions after the Board of Education approved a major staffing reduction plan on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. District leaders said the cuts are part of an effort to reach more than $50 million in savings amid rising costs and state funding pressure. Why Columbus City Schools Is Cutting Jobs The Columbus City Schools Board of Education voted unanimously to eliminate 299 positions across the district. Offi