Elon Musk defended H-1B visa fee hike system The recent announcement of a steep increase in the H-1B visa fee has sparked global debate, particularly in India and the U.S. tech sector. On September 19, 2025, the U.S. administration unveiled a policy that raises the cost of a new H-1B visa application to an unprecedented […]
Meta, Microsoft order H-1B holders back to US Meta, Microsoft Urge H-1B Workers to Stay in US Amid Trump Crackdown In a move that sent shockwaves through the tech industry, major companies including Meta and Microsoft issued urgent advisories to their employees on H-1B visas, urging them not to leave the United States following President
U.S. sanctions to hit Chabahar operators September 29. The sanctions are expected to derail India’s regional connectivity ambitions and jeopardize its investment of over ₹200 crore in the strategically vital Chabahar port project. Washington/New Delhi: In yet another hard-hitting measure against Tehran, the Trump administration has announced that it will revoke the special sanctions waiver
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Google Cuts 200 Contractors From Key AI Projects The layoffs arrive as Google aggressively ramps up its AI investments to stay competitive with rivals like OpenAI and Microsoft, highlighting the company’s shifting priorities while sparking concern about job security for contractors amid rapid technological advancements. Google Lays Off 200 Contractors Working on AI Projects, Raising
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GST revamp to boost demand, investment and jobs: FM Sitharaman Shifts Gear to Disinvestment After GST Push Alongside, she also pointed to the need for monetising underutilised assets owned by these enterprises—an area she believes can significantly unlock value for the economy. “I need to press the pedal on disinvestment. And I will be working
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Nirmala Sitharaman: Citizens’ relief first, revenue secondary Nirmala Sitharaman unveils GST 2.0 with simpler slabs, lower compliance, consumer savings, and business growth flexibility, boosting festive spending and economic momentum. In a candid and wide-ranging conversation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman opened up about the government’s economic philosophy, the challenges of managing revenue against citizen welfare, the
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India Records Highest Domestic Investor Inflows in Year Interestingly, the scale of DII buying this time is far greater than in past instances, signaling a shift in market dynamics where domestic investors are becoming increasingly influential. This growing resilience not only cushions the market against sharp corrections but also reflects rising confidence and participation among
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TikTok comeback rumours Govt denies India buzz Several users recently claimed they could access ByteDance-owned TikTok’s official website in India, sparking speculation about the app’s possible return despite its ongoing government ban imposed over security and data concerns. In recent days, several users took to social media to claim that they were able to access
Telangana Governor urges DGP action on ‘Marwadi Go Back’. The letter highlighted that the ‘Marwadi Go Back’ campaign poses a grave threat to the social fabric and economic stability of Telangana, warning that such divisive actions could foster hostility, disrupt harmony, deter investments, and endanger long-term community relations. The community body asked the Governor not
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Sitharaman to unveil next-gen GST reforms Aug 20. PM Modi, in his Independence Day address, promised a Diwali gift for citizens through GST reforms aimed at reducing tax rates, simplifying compliance, and ensuring greater benefits for the common man. New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to participate in a key two-day meeting of
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