US President-elect Donald Trump, set to assume office in January 2025, has begun implementing stricter immigration policies, leading to a significant crackdown on undocumented individuals. Among the 1.45 million people slated for deportation, nearly 18,000 undocumented Indians are at risk. India Among "Uncooperative" Countries India has been classified as one of the "uncooperative" countries in the deportation process, alongsid

Elon Musk’s Tesla has become one of the top employers of H-1B workers, with over 1,700 H-1B visas approved for Tesla employees in 2020. This marks a significant reliance on skilled foreign workers as Tesla continues to grow. Musk’s early career began with illegal work on a student visa in the U.S., but now Tesla’s future is intertwined with the availability of H-1B workers, a visa program that is crucial for attracting talent to the tech industry. The Trump adminis

President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his plan to end birthright citizenship, a policy that grants U.S. citizenship to children born within the country, regardless of their parents' citizenship. This right, enshrined in the 14th Amendment for more than 150 years, could soon be under scrutiny after Trump takes office on January 20th. Trump has called the practice "ridiculous," stating that the U.S. needs to "get it changed," and that "maybe we&rsquo

In a remarkable use of AI technology for wildlife conservation, a small herd of elephants, including two adults and a calf, was saved from a potential train collision in Odisha's Rourkela district. As the elephants approached the railway tracks, an AI-powered camera system, installed by the forest department, detected their movement and sent an immediate alert to the control room. The quick response from the control room led to the timely stopping of the oncoming train, preventi

The UK government has announced an extension of the grace period for accepting expired physical travel documents until March 31, 2025, as part of its transition to a fully digital eVisa system. This move is intended to ease the burden on visa holders facing challenges in the ongoing switch to eVisas.   Who Is Affected? The initiative, led by the UK H

President-elect Donald Trump has outlined his vision for major immigration changes in an interview with Meet the Press. His plans include ending birthright citizenship, deporting families with mixed immigration status, and finding a solution for Dreamers, undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children. Ending Birthright Citizenship Currently, the U.S. grants citizenship to anyone born on its soil, regardless of their parents' immigr

US universities are urging international students and staff to return to campus ahead of President-elect Donald Trump taking office in January, amid growing concerns over his pledged immigration policies. Trump has vowed to enact the largest deportation operation in US history, creating widespread uncertainty among students and academic institutions. During his election campaign, Trump proposed mass deportations and hinted at utilizing the US military to implement his immigration ag

The 1990 Immigration Act brought significant changes to the H-1B visa program and employment-based green cards, imposing caps of 65,000 and 140,000 annually, respectively. These restrictions were implemented without considering the growing demand for skilled labor fueled by technological advancements. The arbitrary cap on H-1B visas quickly became insufficient as more than 70% of graduate students in tech fields at US universities were international students. In response to the escalat

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has reignited discussions about the possibility of ultra-fast intercontinental travel, stating that transporting passengers between major cities in under an hour could soon become a reality. Musk highlighted SpaceX’s ambitious “Earth-to-Earth” space travel project, which utilizes its powerful Starship rocket, as a stepping stone toward this groundbreaking innovation. Following Donald

Tesla Won’t Be Fully Electric Anymore: The Model Y May Adopt a Revolutionary Hybrid Technology The automotive industry is constantly evolving, experimenting with cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, range, and sustainability. A groundbreaking development is shaking up the market: Obrist Powertrain, a Swiss-based innovator, has introduced a HyperHybrid engine using a Tesla Model Y as the prototype. This revolutionary technology combines the benefits

In a significant operation in Alluri Sitarama Raju district, the local police successfully identified and destroyed five acres of illegal ganja cultivation in Degalarayi village, located in the G Madugula mandal. The operation was carried out with the help of advanced drone technology, a cutting-edge tool now being increasingly utilized by law enforcement in Andhra Pradesh. The use of drones allowed the police to detect the illegal crop cultivation in the thick forested area of the

Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance’s campaign promises to overhaul U.S. immigration policy on their first day in office have raised serious concerns, especially among Indian-American communities. Trump has vowed to curb the process of naturalized citizenship, and his pledge to introduce a sweeping immigration reform on "Day 1" could impact millions of children born in the United States to immigrant parents. Under Trump’s proposed executive order, childr

At the 'Swavlamban 2024' seminar, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi was captivated by the 'Vajra Shot,' an innovative hand-held anti-drone gun developed by Big Bang Boom Solutions. This cutting-edge technology has the capability to detect drones up to a range of four kilometers and can disrupt their communication systems, making it a vital tool for modern defense strategies. Ravi Kumar, representing Big Bang Boom Solutions at the exhibition, stated, &qu

At the NVIDIA AI Summit in Mumbai on October 24th, NVIDIA announced a strategic partnership with Reliance Industries to build India’s largest AI infrastructure. The collaboration will leverage NVIDIA’s powerful GB 200 supercomputer to establish scalable AI capabilities. With this move, Reliance aims to revolutionize the AI landscape in India, similar to how Jio transformed mobile data accessibility. Following Jio’s data success, Mukesh Ambani is now focusing on AI

In a notable shift in immigration policy, Canada has decided to cut its immigration targets significantly, responding to increasing public concerns regarding the impact of new arrivals on housing and resources. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the government will lower its immigration goals from a planned 500,000 new permanent residents in 2025 to 395,000 for 2025 and 380,000 for 2026. This decision follows a recent survey indicating that a majority of Canadians now believe the co

India has launched an innovative Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. This initiative aims to significantly reduce the time taken for immigration clearance, slashing wait times from a minimum of 30 minutes to just a few seconds. The program utilizes biometrics to provide pre-verified travelers with a smoother experience during both arrival and departure. The Ministry of Home Affairs has plans to expand the

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced a strategic move to reduce the number of international study permits granted to foreign students, aiming to curb the rising population of temporary residents in the country. As part of this initiative, the government will decrease the number of study permits by 35% this year, with plans for an additional 10% cut next year. This decision underscores the government's intent to crack down on abuses of the immigration system.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, experts are raising concerns over the expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Without intervention from Congress, the tax cuts introduced under former President Donald Trump will expire after 2025, potentially resulting in significant changes to U.S. tax policy depending on which party wins the election. “If the 2017 tax cuts are allowed to expire, about 62% of taxpayers will face higher tax bills,” said Erica Yo

OpenAI is set to release a new AI model, codenamed "Strawberry," within the next two weeks. Unlike previous models, Strawberry is designed to pause and think before responding, enabling it to solve complex problems through in-depth research. Although integrated with ChatGPT, Strawberry will be offered as a standalone feature, likely accessed via the app’s menu. Strawberry will handle multi-step tasks like advanced problem-solving and st

Apple has officially introduced its much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup at the 'It's Glowtime' event, revealing four new models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. This latest release signifies Apple's push toward integrating generative artificial intelligence, aiming to enhance sales and maintain its competitive edge in cutting-edge technology. The iPhone 16 series retains l