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

Strike Announcement And Causes Truckers and transporters in Delhi-NCR have announced a three-day strike starting May 21, which could delay essential goods and disrupt supply chains. The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), representing 68 unions, said the protest targets the EC Cess hike on Delhi-bound goods vehicles and the ban on BS-IV commercial trucks from November. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi increased the EC Cess following a Supreme Court order t

Senior IPS officer Damayanti Sen, who gained national attention during the 2012 Park Street rape investigation, has been appointed to a key position in the BJP-led Bengal government’s commission probing crimes against women and institutional corruption under the previous regime. IPS Officer Once Sidelined in Park Street Case Gets Powerful New Role Senior IPS officer Damayanti Sen, remembered f

A TikTok video posted by the Donald Trump campaign was quickly deleted after viewers noticed a glaring spelling error. The clip, showing Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping walking on a red carpet during Trump’s state visit to China, mislabelled Xi as “President Zi” while Trump’s name appeared correctly. Screenshots of the post circulated rapidly across social media, amplifying the mistake. Public Reaction: Criticism and H

On May 15, 2026, President Donald Trump was accused of corruption after disclosures revealed major stock trades in his name. Reports focused on purchases of Nvidia shares, a leading company in AI chip technology, and raised concerns over national security. Critics argued that Trump allowed Nvidia to sell products to China, boosting stock value while personally buying millions in shares, creat

The FIFA World Cup in Dallas begins on Sunday, June 14, 2026, when Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, hosts Netherlands vs. Japan at 3:00 PM CT. Dallas will host nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, including five group-stage games, two Round of 32 matches, one Round of 16 match and one semifinal. The matches will be played at Dallas Stadium, the tournament name for AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The venue is one of the most important U.S. stadiums in the 2026 World Cup schedule, with games run

The government of Andhra Pradesh is aligning itself closely with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government at the centre, primarily driven by the strong support of leaders like Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Recent political developments suggest that Andhra Pradesh is actively embracing Modi’s initiative aimed at reducing fuel consumption and promoting eco-friendly practices. In a significant move that echoes the Prime Minister's earli

Columbus Voters Approve Sunday Alcohol Sales for German Village Restaurant Columbus voters approved Sunday alcohol sales for the Sycamore restaurant in German Village during the Tuesday, May 5, 2026, election. The vote clears the way for the restaurant at 262 E. Sycamore St. to serve beer, wine and spirits on Sundays through Ohio’s D-6 liquor permit process. German Village Res

The Indian government has raised the import duties on gold and silver sharply, setting the new rates at 15% from the previous 6%. This move comes just days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the public to avoid purchasing gold for the next year, in response to the growing economic strain caused by the Iran war and the pressure on India's foreign exchange reserves. The government's decision involves a 10% basic customs duty along with an additional 5% Agriculture Infrastructure

Iraq and Pakistan Secure Oil and Gas Transport Deals Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Iraq and Pakistan have reached separate agreements with Iran to allow the transport of oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) through the critical Strait of Hormuz. According to multiple sources, these agreements reflect Iran’s growing control over one of the world’s most important energy corridors, a situation that has intensified due to the ongoing

Tiger Woods’ DUI case moved into a new phase after a Florida judge approved prosecutors’ request to access the golf star’s prescription medication records linked to a March crash investigation. The ruling, issued in Martin County on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, allows investigators to obtain records from a Palm Beach pharmacy covering prescriptions filled between January and March 2026. Prosecutors said the records could help determine whether medication played a role in the crash i

The United States’ global perception has seen a dramatic shift in recent years, with a new survey revealing that more people worldwide now view China and Russia more positively than the U.S. The annual survey, conducted by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, polled over 94,000 people in 85 countries. This year’s results underline the growing dissatisfaction with U.S. foreign policy, with 82 of the surveyed countries holding negative views of America. One of the key themes hi

On May 7, President Donald Trump claimed that U.S. forces successfully destroyed Iranian attackers targeting three U.S. Navy destroyers as they transited the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, reported that the American destroyers were under fire but sustained no damage. He further stated that the Iranian attackers, along with several small boats used by the attackers, were completely destroyed. According to Trump, Iranian missiles fired at the U.S. destroyers were easi

China Hands Suspended Death Sentences to Former Defence Ministers China has sentenced former defence ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu to death with a two-year reprieve in a major PLA corruption case, state media reported Thursday. The ruling marks one of the harshest punishments against senior Chinese military figures in years and signals that President Xi Jinping’s anti-graft campaign

Micron Options Volume Explodes as AI Chip Rally Heats Up Micron options volume surged Tuesday as traders piled into semiconductor stocks, betting the AI chip rally still has room to run despite stretched valuations and rising volatility. By midday Chicago time, options tied to Micron Technology had drawn more than $2.8 billion in premium activity, outpacing major index ETF flows and putting MU stock at the center of Wall Street’s latest AI trade.

The White House says aligning U.S. drug prices with global rates may slash costs—but experts remain divided. What the $529 Billion Savings Really Means According to White House economists, Trump’s drug pricing strategy—often called the “most favored nation” model—could reduce prescription drug costs by up to $529 billion over 10 years. The idea is simple: Americans s

Ohio Puppy Mills 2026: Has the Situation Improved? Ohio’s ranking in the 2026 puppy mill report has dropped—but animal welfare concerns remain serious. Eight breeders in the state are still flagged for repeated violations, according to officials. What the 2026 “Horrible Hundred” Report Reveals The annual report by Humane World for Animals ide

Apple’s stock may have remained largely flat over the past six months, but activity in the options market suggests traders are anticipating significant movement following its latest earnings report. Implied volatility points to a potential 3.5% swing in either direction, notably higher than the average 1.8% move seen after the company’s previous four quarterly earnings announcements. Options pricing reflects heightened expectations The increase in im

Israel’s president has begun a formal process to consider a potential pardon for Benjamin Netanyahu, holding initial talks with legal teams as the country watches a politically sensitive case unfold. Netanyahu pardon process begins amid high-stakes legal tensions as Isaac Herzog has formally launched discussions on whether to grant clemency to

A statewide hartal called in Kerala on April 28, 2026, has significantly disrupted daily life, with public transport services coming to a near standstill and thousands of commuters stranded across the state. The protest was triggered by the death of Nithin Raj, which has sparked widespread outrage and led to demonstrations in multiple districts. According to reports, private buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws largely stayed off the roads as protestors enforced the hartal. Shops, comme