Restrictions on H-1B visas in the United States are expected to have a relatively small impact on the flow of remittances from overseas Indians back to India. According to a recent research study, the total losses are unlikely to exceed five billion dollars out of an eighty three billion dollar total inflow. This means that while there will be a direct effect on some families and professionals, the broader picture for India’s economy remains resilient.

Former United States President Barack Obama has sharply criticized ageing leaders and took a direct swipe at his successor Donald Trump during a public conversation in London. Speaking with historian David Olusoga, Obama argued that a large part of the world’s problems stem from older men who refuse to step aside from power, holding on due to fear of irrelevance. He went on to say that many such leaders seek permanence by etching their names on grand projects, comparing them to pyramid

San Francisco witnessed an unprecedented surge of excitement as online streaming sensation IShowSpeed made his mark on the city during his ongoing U.S. tour. Hundreds of fans flocked to popular tourist destinations to catch a glimpse of the viral online star, whose real name is Daren Watkins Jr. The energetic personality arrived in the Bay Area on Thursday, continuing his nationwide 35-day livestream tour that has captivated millions of viewers online. Watkins embraced the local c

The State Fair of Texas has officially opened its gates for the 2025 season, bringing with it a mix of exciting new attractions, traditional events, and the kind of festive atmosphere that has made it a landmark in Dallas culture for decades. The fair began its three-week run on Friday morning when Fair Park opened at 10 a.m., followed by the opening day parade at noon. To mark the start of the season, an evening ceremony took place on the steps of the Hall of State at 6:30 p.m., drawing crowds

Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on imported pharmaceutical products, a move that could trigger widespread consequences for the global drug trade and India’s pharmaceutical sector in particular. Effective October 1, 2025, Washington will impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on branded and patented pharmaceutical drugs unless the manufacturing companies are building their production facilities within the United States. The president emphasized that

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced on Thursday, September 25, that she will introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. The move marks an escalation of her opposition to Kennedy’s policies, which she described as creating “healthcare chaos” across the country. In her post, Stevens stated that the time for patience has ended, declaring “enough is enough” and pledging to pursue formal impeachment proceedi

Former United States President Donald Trump has unveiled a new addition to the White House grounds that he is calling the “Presidential Walk of Fame.” The walkway, located along the West Wing Colonnade, is lined with framed portraits of every past commander in chief of the nation. The feature has already sparked sharp debate because of the striking omission of President Joe Biden, who instead of being represented with a headshot like his predecessors is symbolized by a photograph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a strong message of economic self-reliance while inaugurating the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show in Greater Noida. Against the backdrop of a tariff war with the United States, Modi said that “India is not ready to be dependent on anyone.” He urged traders and manufacturers to embrace the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by focusing on local production and promoting swadeshi goods.

Intel Corp. is reportedly in preliminary talks with Apple Inc. over a potential investment, according to Bloomberg. The chipmaker, which has struggled in recent years against rivals AMD and Nvidia, is seeking new partnerships to strengthen its global position. While the discussions are still in early stages and no agreement is confirmed, the possibility of Apple joining Intel’s revival plan has already stirred investor interest.

Gold, the most closely watched safe-haven asset, slipped from its record peak this week, sparking fresh debate among investors and traders. The decline in 22-carat and 24-carat gold prices has been tied to three key factors: the strengthening US dollar, cautious Federal Reserve signals, and anticipation around upcoming economic data. Despite the retreat, gold remains under the spotlight as global uncertainty keeps demand resilient.

A tragic shooting at a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas on Wednesday left one detainee dead and two others injured before the gunman took his own life. Authorities identified the shooter as Joshua Jahn, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound shortly after the attack. According to the Dallas Police Department, one victim died at the scene, while two others were rushed to hospital with gunshot wounds. Officials confirmed that the injured remain

Google has rolled out its advanced AI-powered editing tools in Google Photos to more Android smartphones across the United States, moving beyond its Pixel 10 exclusivity. This update is powered by Gemini AI and makes photo editing easier and faster by letting users give natural language commands instead of manually adjusting multiple editing tools. With just a tap on the “Help me edit” option inside the Google Photos app, users can now type or spea

The Trump administration has moved to overhaul the H-1B visa program, proposing to eliminate the long-standing lottery system in favor of a wage-based selection model. The Department of Homeland Security announced that the new rules would prioritize higher-paid and higher-skilled workers, significantly altering how foreign talent enters the United States. Under the proposal, applicants would be weighted based on the

India and the United States appear to be finding common ground in long-stalled trade negotiations, with sources calling the latest talks in New York encouraging. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and India’s chief trade negotiator Rajesh Agarwal met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to restart discussions on a pending agreement. According to officials, both delegations expressed commitment to moving past earlier setbacks and accelerating pr

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that U.S. President Donald Trump’s ambitions to win the Nobel Peace Prize depend entirely on whether he can end the ongoing war in Gaza. Speaking to France’s BFM TV from New York, Macron emphasized that Trump is the only leader with enough influence to pressure Israel to halt the conflict. According to Macron, Washington’s role in supplying weapons and equip

Addressing the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 23, 2025, United States President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on India, China, and even some NATO allies. In a strongly worded speech, Trump alleged that both New Delhi and Beijing are the “primary funders” of the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine through their continued purchase of Russian oil. He claimed that these energy imports were a major reason why Moscow had been able to susta

What started as a simple tea order turned into a viral controversy when an Ohio woman, Autumn Perkins, claimed a Starbucks barista handed her a cup with “racist’s fav drink” written on it. Perkins had specifically ordered a Mint Majesty tea with two honeys, famously known as Charlie Kirk’s go-to Starbucks choice. Instead of receiving a normal order, she found herself in the middle of a political storm that has since spread across the U

In a significant security development, the United States Secret Service announced on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, that it had successfully dismantled a massive network of more than 100,000 SIM cards that posed a serious threat to New York’s telecommunications infrastructure. The timing of this discovery is critical as world leaders are in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly, where debates on Palestinian statehood and the Gaza crisis dominate the agenda. Accor

US President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications has triggered heated debates across global markets. While the move is designed to discourage foreign workers from entering the United States, economists warn that its long-term impact could weigh more heavily on the US economy than on India, the country supplying the majority of H-1B talent. H-1B visas are critica

Residents of the Bay Area experienced a jolt early Monday morning when a 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Berkeley, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake hit at 2:56 a.m. and was centered about two miles from Berkeley, occurring along the well-known Hayward fault line that runs through the East Bay. While the earthquake was strong enough to be felt by people across several nearby cities, there were no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage, offering reli