The White House has reaffirmed the strong strategic alliance between the United States and India, signaling the potential completion of a long-awaited trade agreement. Officials are finalizing the details, with an announcement expected soon from President Trump and his trade team.
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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, has released the One View Result 2025 for odd semester UG and PG programmes, including BTech, MCA, MTech, BFAD, and more. The provisional results are available online at aktu.ac.in and include regular and carry-over exam outcomes. Students must enter their roll number to access the marksheet. Official mark sheets will be issued later. The announcement follows the earlier release of odd semester results in the year.
Abhishek Bachchan opens up on his range as an actor and being excited only when there's variety in the work he's doing. He shares anecdotes of some of his movies - something that Ram Gopal Varma told him about award shows, comparisons with Hrithik Roshan, his journey and more. This is Part 1 of the interview. Stay tuned for Part 2.
Indeed's PayMap survey reveals that IT and ITeS sectors lead in salary growth, driven by demand for digital and AI skills. While product and project management roles offer the highest pay, UI/UX designers are catching up. Tier-2 cities like Hyderabad and Chennai are emerging as salary hotspots, offering better cost-of-living value despite affordability concerns in major metros.
Ishaan Sharma, an India-origin man, was arrested following a mid-air altercation with Keanu Evans on a Miami-Philadelphia flight. Evans claims Sharma initiated the conflict with bizarre threats, leading to a physical confrontation. Passengers' videos captured the brawl, showing Evans defending himself.
Ahead of the crucial second Test against England, Team India grapples with team composition uncertainties. Coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill engaged in intense discussions, focusing on the bowling attack. Jasprit Bumrah's likely absence and the choice between Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav add to the dilemma.
India's passport services have undergone a significant transformation, as acknowledged by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Passport Seva Divas. The Passport Seva Programme (PSP) streamlines application processes, extending facilities to Tier 2 and 3 cities through Post Office Passport Seva Kendras. The introduction of e-Passports, embedded with secure microchips, enhances security and expedites border crossings.
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A proposed DHS rule, now under OMB review, seeks to replace 'duration of status' for international students with fixed stay periods, potentially requiring visa extensions. Experts fear increased delays, financial burdens, and uncertainty for students. With Indians comprising a significant portion of international students, the change could adversely affect them, impacting both students and the US education sector.
Donald Trump acknowledged the challenges posed by Vladimir Putin in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, admitting Putin might have ambitions beyond Ukraine. Trump expressed surprise at Putin's actions, considering him "misguided" and believing he desires a resolution to the ongoing conflict. Despite difficulties with both leaders, Trump maintains his aim to settle the situation.