Indian applicants planning travel to the United States for study, employment or tourism are experiencing notable changes in visa wait times, with several US consulates across the country reporting shorter delays. According to the latest data from the US State Department’s Global Visa Wait Times portal, appointment backlogs for student, work and visitor visas now vary widely by location but show meaningful improvement compared with previous months. Applicants are being encouraged to monitor

The debate over the H-1B visa programme in the United States has sharpened significantly, exposing a deep political divide over the future of skilled immigration. The issue has grown increasingly contentious in recent months, with former president Donald Trump and several Republican leaders intensifying allegations of fraud and misuse within the system. Their claims have focused heavily on Indian applicants, with some prominent voices asserting that a vast majority of submissions from India a

The White House said on Monday that Admiral Frank Bradley acted within the scope of his legal authority when he ordered a second strike on individuals who survived an initial attack on what officials described as a drug-trafficking vessel. The confirmation followed rising scrutiny of the operation and renewed questions about whether US forces conducted a “double-tap” strike, a tactic typically associated with targeting survivors following an initial assault. Press Secretary Karoline Leavi

A son of convicted Mexican drug trafficker Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking charges in the United States, marking another significant development in the government’s long-running effort to dismantle key factions of the Sinaloa cartel. Joaquin Guzman Lopez entered his plea in a Chicago federal courtroom, months after his brother Ovidio Guzman Lopez agreed to a separate deal with prosecutors. The two siblings, known in Mexico as the “Chapitos,”

A federal appeals court has ruled that Alina Habba, previously an attorney for former President Donald Trump and later positioned by the administration to continue serving as New Jersey’s acting U.S. attorney, is legally disqualified from holding the post. The decision, issued Monday by a three-judge panel of the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia, upholds a lower court’s conclusion that Habba’s appointment did not comply with federal law governing interim federal prosecu

Fresh attention has turned to longstanding allegations against Ilhan Omar, the Minnesota congresswoman and Somalia-born US representative, after online commentators revived claims that she engaged in marriage and immigration fraud more than a decade ago. The accusations, which first surfaced in 2016, centre on her 2009 marriage to Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, whom critics allege is her brother. Although no conclusive evidence has ever emerged, the claims regained momentum following recent remarks by

US President Donald Trump asserted on Friday that all documents signed through an autopen during the tenure of former president Joe Biden have been terminated and will no longer carry legal effect. The declaration, made during a public address on Nov 28, marks Trump’s latest attempt to challenge actions taken under his predecessor and introduces considerable uncertainty about the status of numerous executive documents issued in the previous administration. Trump claimed that nearly 92 per c

Amid heightened tensions in Latin America, the United States has issued a strong warning advising pilots, airlines, and operators to treat the airspace over and around Venezuela as closed. The statement was delivered by US President Donald Trump, who posted the alert during a period of intensified American counterdrug operations targeting trafficking networks operating near Venezuelan borders. His message underscored what officials describe as an increasingly unstable security climate, citing

United States President Donald Trump issued an unusually direct intervention in Honduras’s national politics on Friday, stating that Washington could withdraw financial support for the Central American nation if his preferred presidential candidate, Nasry “Tito” Asfura, does not win the upcoming election. The remarks were posted on his Truth Social platform just two days before Hondurans head to the polls on Sunday. Trump simultaneously revealed that he intends to grant a pardon to form

In a strong and widely discussed Thanksgiving announcement, Donald Trump stated that the United States may “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” under his proposed immigration plan. The statement immediately sparked national and global conversations, amplifying the ongoing debate around the future of U.S. immigration policies. A Strong Position on Migration During his Thanksgiving message, Trum

Several foreign-born spouses of United States citizens have been detained during routine green card interviews at the San Diego immigration office, according to recent reports. The detentions, which began on November 12, have affected dozens of couples who arrived for scheduled appointments intended to advance the process of obtaining lawful permanent residency. Instead, the interviews ended with federal agents escorting the foreign spouse away, often in handcuffs, on allegations of violating

As Thanksgiving Day 2025 arrives, many households will spend the holiday preparing meals, hosting gatherings, and enjoying time with family. Yet it is also a day when some people inevitably need to make a last-minute run for ingredients, or choose to stop by a store or café during their celebrations. Holiday schedules vary widely across the country, and several major grocery chains and retailers have updated their hours in anticipation of the seasonal rush. With Thanksgiving 2025 expected to

Apple is on track to ship more smartphones than Samsung in 2025, marking the first time in fourteen years that the U.S. technology company is expected to lead the global smartphone rankings. The projection comes from Counterpoint Research, which reported that Apple could finalize the year with roughly 243 million iPhone shipments, surpassing Samsung’s estimated 235 million units. This shift is significant in a highly competitive smartphone market where leadership has historically alternated

Two United States National Guard soldiers were critically injured on Wednesday in a targeted shooting just a short distance from the White House, in what authorities have described as one of the most serious security incidents near the presidential district in recent years. The attack occurred at the Farragut West metro station, a busy transit hub situated only two blocks from the presidential complex, heightening concerns about public safety and the vulnerability of high-profile locations in

Quincy Wilson, the teenage phenom who became the youngest male athlete to compete in track and field for the United States at the Paris Olympics, has formally announced his commitment to the University of Maryland. Wilson confirmed that he will join Maryland’s track and field roster, marking a significant recruiting win for the program. His decision follows months of anticipation within the track community, as he weighed offers from several major collegiate programs, including South Carolin

AAA is advising travelers across the United States to plan their Thanksgiving road trips carefully as millions prepare to travel during one of the busiest periods of the year. According to the organization, heavy congestion is expected on both Tuesday and Wednesday, with the largest delays anticipated during the afternoon and early evening hours. Travel analysts report that a growing number of Americans are choosing to drive to their holiday destinations, contributing to increased traffic vol

The Department of Government Efficiency has rejected claims that it was quietly dissolved months before the end of its contract, calling recent reports inaccurate and misleading. The agency, known for its focus on reducing federal spending and reviewing large segments of the government’s budget, responded after speculation arose regarding its operational status. A recent report had cited an unnamed United States official asserting that the department “doesn’t exist,” prompting widespr

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll held discussions with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Monday, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter, marking the latest attempt by the Trump administration to revive momentum toward a negotiated settlement in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The meetings were described as part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at narrowing longstanding divisions between Moscow and Kyiv, which have intensified despite repeated international appeals for de-es