Several new visa rules are coming into effect from July 1. From July 1, the beginning of the second half of the year, several new rules are coming into effect as far as visa rules are concerned. While the US starts a new pilot program for fast tourist visa, Australia increases the minimum salary of […]
Iran on Monday asserted that it remains fully capable of safeguarding the Strait of Hormuz, saying there is no need for foreign intervention in the strategic waterway, while dismissing reports of imminent direct talks with the United States.Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran was “fully aware of […]
The current batches of classes 7, 8, and 9 who have already taken two foreign languages would continue with the same with one additional native Indian Language (Bhartiya Bhasha), revised guidelines issued by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) said. In a circular issued in May, CBSE had stated that students in Class 9 too […]
New Delhi, June 7: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal recently concluded a three-day visit to India, where he met with the country’s top leadership. During his visit, he emphasized the strong relationship between India and Nepal, stating that there are ample opportunities for enhanced cooperation in connectivity, tourism, and energy sectors. In an interview with […]
Damanjeet Singh and Pardaman Singh Two men have been arrested and charged in Canada following a shooting at a home in Surrey that police say is linked to extortion threats.The incident took place on April 22 at around 12:40 am in the 13400 block of 87A Avenue, according to the Surrey Police Service. Officers responded […]
Ishaq Dar with Marco Rubio (Image/X) A viral video featuring Pakistan deputy prime minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reignited debate over whether Islamabad could eventually recognise Israel. In the clip, a journalist is heard asking Dar, “Dar saab, kya Pakistan Israel ko recognise karega?” (Will Pakistan […]
Australian Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on May 26, 2026. Photo: X/@narendramodi via ANI India and Australia will continue to work for a free, open, secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday (May 26, 2026) after he held discussions with Australian Foreign Minister […]
An Indian-origin doctor in San Jose has come under investigation for encouraging birth tourism. Dr Athiya Javid of San Jose has come under a government investigation over allegations of encouraging birth tourism. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) and Representative Brandon Gill (R-Texas) alleged that Dr Javid, and with three […]
Immigration attorney Emily Neumann explained what F-1 students and OPT employers must know as ICE announced a major crackdown on this program. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced a major crackdown on foreign students working at the Optional Practical Training program, along with their studies, and said they uncovered a major fraud going on with […]
Skilled foreign professionals heading to US could soon face higher salary thresholds and tighter visa rules, with proposed changes expected to raise minimum pay requirements by 21% to 33% under H-1B and employment-based immigration categories.The moves comes as US authorities are pushing to restrict high-skilled immigration through tougher wages and reduced post-study work options for […]
