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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
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US Revokes 85,000 Visas Cites Public-Safety Concerns
The United States has revoked 85,000 visas across multiple categories this year, a senior State Department official said, describing the action as part of an intensified effort to protect American communities and enforce public-safety standards.
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Trump Administration Orders Enhanced Vetting For H-1B Visa Applicants
The Trump administration has ordered increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, with anyone involved in "censorship" of free speech considered for rejection, according to a State Department cable seen by Reuters.
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Cyclone Ditwah Brings Heavy Rain In Tamil Nadu, Rescuers On Standby
Cyclone Ditwah has triggered rain in several araes of Tamil Nadu as it is expected to move parallel to the coastline of the northern parts of the state and Puducherry in the next 24 hours.
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Afghan Man Arrested After He Threatened To Bomb Building In Texas
The Afghan national, who was arrested a day before the Wednesday shooting near White House, has been charged at the state level with making a terrorist threat in Texas, Fox News reported.
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Bihar Government Directs All Departments To Submit Vacancy Lists By December 31, 2025
The move comes as the state begins work on its target of providing one crore jobs and employment opportunities between 2025 and 2030.
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Amid H-1B Visa Debate, Team Trump's Call To "Prioritize Qualified Americans"
In yet another crackdown on immigration, the Donald Trump administration in the United States has pledged to ensure employers follow H-1B visa rules and "prioritise qualified Americans" over foreign workers.
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US Clears $93 Million Sale Of Javelin Missiles, Excalibur Projectiles To India
The United States has approved possible sale of the Javelin Missile System, Excalibur projectiles, and related equipment at a total estimated cost of $92.8 million.
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Official Suspended For Sharing Video Of Dead Deer At Newly-Opened Kerala Zoo
A week after at least 10 deer were killed by stray dogs at Kerala's newly inaugurated Puthur Zoological Park in Thrissur due to a major security lapse, the state's Forest Department suspended an official for allegedly sharing footage of the dead deer
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Are Schools In Chennai Closed Today Due To Rain? Here's All You Need To Know
Chennai Schools Closed Today: The southern belt of the state recorded widespread rain on Monday, and the weather department had sounded a heavy rainfall warning.
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US Colleges See 17% Drop In New International Students Amid Trump Policies
The number of newly enrolled international students at US colleges and universities dropped by 17% this autumn following new restrictions on student visas and other Trump administration policies, according to a report released on Monday.
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US Imposes Visa Restrictions On Nicaragua Over Immigration
The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department said on Monday, including the owners of transportation companies, travel agencies and tour operators.
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US Launches 175 Probes Into 'Potential Abuse' Of H-1B Visa Program: Report
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) recently revealed that it launched at least 175 investigations targeting a potential abuse of the H-1B Visa Program, according to a report by Fox News on Friday.
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Trump Blames Foreign-Owned Meat Packers For Rising Beef Prices In US
President Donald Trump on Friday accused foreign-owned meat packers of driving up the price of beef in the US and asked the Department of Justice to open an investigation.
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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
-
US Revokes 85,000 Visas Cites Public-Safety Concerns
The United States has revoked 85,000 visas across multiple categories this year, a senior State Department official said, describing the action as part of an intensified effort to protect American communities and enforce public-safety standards.
-
Trump Administration Orders Enhanced Vetting For H-1B Visa Applicants
The Trump administration has ordered increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, with anyone involved in "censorship" of free speech considered for rejection, according to a State Department cable seen by Reuters.
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Cyclone Ditwah Brings Heavy Rain In Tamil Nadu, Rescuers On Standby
Cyclone Ditwah has triggered rain in several araes of Tamil Nadu as it is expected to move parallel to the coastline of the northern parts of the state and Puducherry in the next 24 hours.
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Afghan Man Arrested After He Threatened To Bomb Building In Texas
The Afghan national, who was arrested a day before the Wednesday shooting near White House, has been charged at the state level with making a terrorist threat in Texas, Fox News reported.
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Bihar Government Directs All Departments To Submit Vacancy Lists By December 31, 2025
The move comes as the state begins work on its target of providing one crore jobs and employment opportunities between 2025 and 2030.
-
Amid H-1B Visa Debate, Team Trump's Call To "Prioritize Qualified Americans"
In yet another crackdown on immigration, the Donald Trump administration in the United States has pledged to ensure employers follow H-1B visa rules and "prioritise qualified Americans" over foreign workers.
-
US Clears $93 Million Sale Of Javelin Missiles, Excalibur Projectiles To India
The United States has approved possible sale of the Javelin Missile System, Excalibur projectiles, and related equipment at a total estimated cost of $92.8 million.
-
Official Suspended For Sharing Video Of Dead Deer At Newly-Opened Kerala Zoo
A week after at least 10 deer were killed by stray dogs at Kerala's newly inaugurated Puthur Zoological Park in Thrissur due to a major security lapse, the state's Forest Department suspended an official for allegedly sharing footage of the dead deer
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Are Schools In Chennai Closed Today Due To Rain? Here's All You Need To Know
Chennai Schools Closed Today: The southern belt of the state recorded widespread rain on Monday, and the weather department had sounded a heavy rainfall warning.
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US Colleges See 17% Drop In New International Students Amid Trump Policies
The number of newly enrolled international students at US colleges and universities dropped by 17% this autumn following new restrictions on student visas and other Trump administration policies, according to a report released on Monday.
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US Imposes Visa Restrictions On Nicaragua Over Immigration
The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department said on Monday, including the owners of transportation companies, travel agencies and tour operators.
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US Launches 175 Probes Into 'Potential Abuse' Of H-1B Visa Program: Report
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) recently revealed that it launched at least 175 investigations targeting a potential abuse of the H-1B Visa Program, according to a report by Fox News on Friday.
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Trump Blames Foreign-Owned Meat Packers For Rising Beef Prices In US
President Donald Trump on Friday accused foreign-owned meat packers of driving up the price of beef in the US and asked the Department of Justice to open an investigation.
