Ranked among the world’s top public institutions, the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia has gained recognition for shaping students into leaders who can thrive in rapidly evolving global markets. With students from across the world joining its programs, Indian students in particular are increasingly enrolling with a clear aim: to sharpen their leadership and entrepreneurial skills while learning how to apply technical expertise in international business contexts.

The Indian government has made its position clear regarding sports engagements with Pakistan, especially in the context of upcoming international events. In a new policy unveiled by the Sports Ministry, the government declared that India will not participate in any bilateral sporting events with Pakistan, even if hosted at neutral venues. The policy, which has been implemented immediately, aims to limit interactions with Pakistan in sports following the strai

A newly surfaced immigration enforcement memo reveals that United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can now deport migrants to countries other than their homeland with as little as six hours’ notice. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous standard, where ICE generally provided a minimum 24-hour notice period before conducting deportations to a third country. The policy, outlined in a memo dated July 9 and signed by acting ICE director Todd Lyons, allows for this ex

US President Donald Trump has described recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as an act of "obliteration," even as official assessments continue to question the extent of the actual damage inflicted. The strikes, which targeted three major nuclear facilities in Iran early Sunday morning local time, have triggered a wave of scrutiny over how significantly Tehran’s nuclear program was impacted. Trump, however, insisted the damage was monumental and backed his claims w

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is launching a widespread crackdown on fraudulent EB-1A visa applications, particularly targeting individuals who may have manipulated their profiles using low-quality publications, fake citations, and questionable awards. Immigration attorney Rahul Reddy recently revealed that several EB-1A petitions—mostly filed by Indian nationals—are being reopened and reviewed, with some already facing rev

Actor Kamal Haasan has announced a delay in the release of his upcoming film 'Thug Life' in Karnataka. This decision follows a controversy stemming from his remarks about the Kannada language's origin, which led to wides

President Donald Trump has announced plans to double tariffs on steel imports to 50%, up from the existing 25%, as part of his administration’s effort to reinforce domestic manufacturing and ensure long-term industrial independence. Speaking to American steelworkers during a visit to a steel facility in Pennsylvania, Trump emphasized that his administration remains committed to policies that protect American jobs and prevent foreign dominance in vital sectors. Trump’s

In a recent address from Morristown, New Jersey, U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his administration's commitment to using tariffs as a tool to boost domestic manufacturing, particularly in sectors such as military equipment and advanced technology. Speaking before boarding Air Force One, Trump clarified that his tariff agenda is not intended to revive traditional textile production like sneakers and T-shirts, but rather to prioritize manufacturing of tanks, artificial intelligence

Vinay Prasad, a renowned oncologist-hematologist, has been appointed as the new director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This division of the FDA is charged with overseeing the evaluation and approval of critical biologic products, including vaccines, blood derivatives, and select gene-based therapies. Prasad’s appointment comes at a time when the FDA remains under public and political scrutiny for its handling of

A new congressional proposal to reduce Medicaid funding for Washington D.C. is causing concern among officials and health experts, who warn that such cuts would have wide-reaching consequences beyond the program’s low-income beneficiaries. Medicaid is deeply integrated into the region’s health care infrastructure, and any funding reduction could disrupt care for patients across the income spectrum, affecting hospitals, clinics, and community health providers. House Rep

In a landmark verdict delivered by the CBI Special Court in Nampally, justice was finally served in the long-standing Obulapuram illegal mining case that once rocked the Telugu states. After a thorough investigation spanning 14 years, the court found former Karnataka minister and mining baron Gali Janardhan Reddy guilty, along with several others connected to the Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC). This marks the end of a significant legal saga that had far-reaching political and environmental i

House Republicans have unveiled a legislative proposal that could significantly raise the costs associated with legal immigration in the United States. Central to the plan is a provision that would require individuals applying for asylum to pay a fee of $1,000, a notable shift in policy given that such applications have traditionally been exempt from high costs due to the vulnerable status of asylum seekers. In addition, the proposal includes a $500 fee for work authorization permits, to be rene

Actor Ajaz Khan, known for his controversial public presence and past legal run-ins, has found himself in fresh legal trouble after a woman filed a rape complaint against him at Charkop Police Station in Mumbai. This is the second FIR involving the actor and his show House Arrest within a short span, escalating his current legal woes. The case was registered on May 5, 2025, under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), invoking Sections 64, 64(2M), 69, and 74, which cove

The year 2025 has already become a defining chapter in the history of global technology regulation. Once considered too powerful to be challenged, companies like Meta, Apple, and Google are now being pulled into intense legal battles that threaten to alter the very core of their operations. With their massive influence and trillion-dollar valuations, these tech giants are under scrutiny like never before, as governments and regulators across the globe seek to rein in what many see as unchecke

A recently surfaced internal immigration memo has sparked concern among legal experts and international education communities. The document outlines an expanded framework in which visa revocation is now considered direct grounds for the termination of legal status for international students in the United States. This move redefines the relationship between a visa’s validity and a foreign student’s legal status and grants immigration authorities broader enforcement powers.

Several immigrant mothers have come forward through their legal teams to expose how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported them with their U.S. citizen children—some of whom were critically ill—without adequate legal access, medical consideration, or time to make informed decisions about their children’s future. These removals, which occurred over the weekend, have sparked widespread condemnation from attorneys and civil rights advocates who say the actions are not o

Senior TDP leader and Sarvepalli MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy has made serious allegations against the previous YCP government, claiming that transactions worth ₹1.30 lakh crore took place in liquor shops during their tenure. Speaking to the media, Somireddy pointed out that this staggering volume of cash-based transactions could potentially set a world record for the highest number of cash dealings in the liquor business, especially at a time when the entire country has moved toward di

In a dramatic policy shift, the United States government has decided to reverse its earlier decision to cancel hundreds of student visas linked to participation in protests. This move follows intense legal challenges and widespread backlash from universities, civil rights advocates, and political leaders, all raising alarms about the infringement of constitutional rights and the chilling effect on free speech. The controversy erupted earlier this year when the government revoked v

A federal judge has ordered the return of a 20-year-old migrant who was deported to El Salvador despite having a pending asylum application, marking a significant legal development in the ongoing enforcement of a Biden-era immigration settlement. The ruling, issued by US District Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Baltimore, is the second such case in which a deported migrant has been ordered back to the United States under the same legal agreement. Although the Trump administration