The US State Department paused immigrant visa processing for 75 countries to crack down on applicants deemed likely to become a public charge.A State Department memo, seen first by Fox News Digital, directed consular officers to refuse visas under existing law while the department reassessed screening and vetting procedures.The pause began Jan. 21 and continued […]
Rice holds a significant place in Indian culture and daily meals. Whether it’s khichdi in the morning or plain rice at lunch, rice is a staple for people of all ages. However, when it comes to managing weight, many immediately consider cutting rice from their diet. Ayurveda regards rice as a satvik food that provides […]
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services reminded new citizenship applicants that its neighborhood investigation before granting citizenship is back and not only neighbors but employers will also get visits by USCIS officials to verify moral character, assimilation into the US way of life etc. The neighbourhood investigation resumed in November 2025 as the agency overhauled […]
The expanded US travel ban announced late last year is now officially in force. As of January 1, 2026, citizens from 39 countries are facing either full or partial restrictions on entering the United States, under a new White House proclamation issued by the Trump administration.The move was first flagged on December 4, 2025, when […]
King Charles’s New Year Honours list has been announced, recognising individuals from across fields ranging from acting to sport.The full list included more than 1,157 people in politics, sport, the arts or community service to be awarded titles from Member, Commander or Officer of the Order of the British Empire to the highest honours of […]
Dubai Metro will run non-stop for 43 hours on New Year’s Eve as phased road closures begin across Downtown Dubai from 4pm/ Image: RTA As Dubai prepares for one of the world’s busiest New Year’s Eve celebrations, authorities are rolling out an expansive, tightly coordinated transport and traffic plan designed to handle millions of journeys […]
Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20) Don’t try to give your time and energy to everything- it’s not worth it. Tomorrow it’s important to let go of things that make you feel down and focus on what makes you feel good. You have strength, but if you’re not careful, you might spread yourself too thin. Be wise […]
Abhijit Patel, a 28-year-old Indian-origin man in Illinois was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after his father was found dead at their family residence over the Thanksgiving weekend. Patel killed his father, 67-year-old Anupam Patel, with a sledgehammer on November 29. When police appeared at the scene, Anupam Patel was unresponsive in his bedroom […]
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif faced heavy trolling on social media after a video claiming he had “gatecrashed” a closed-door meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan went viral on Friday. The video was later deleted, claiming that it may have been a “misrepresentation of the events”.According to a post […]
Volcanoes are among the most powerful and captivating natural forces on Earth, continually reshaping landscapes and influencing both weather and climate patterns. Their eruptions can dramatically affect nearby populations, causing hazards such as ashfall, lava flows, and ground deformation. At the same time, volcanic activity creates fertile soils and new landforms, contributing to the planet’s […]
