Indian H-1B visa aspirants should brace for potential challenges under Donald Trump's second term, experts warn. Anticipate increased rejection rates, mirroring trends from his initial presidency, alongside extended processing times and more rigorous documentation requests.
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Delhi is set to implement strict rules for end-of-life vehicles. Starting Tuesday, ELVs will not get fuel at city stations. Authorities will impound vehicles older than 15 years (petrol) or 10 years (diesel). ANPR cameras are installed at fuel pumps to identify these vehicles. This action follows NGT and Supreme Court directives.
Neeraj Chopra triumphed at the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 in Bengaluru, securing gold with an impressive 86.18m throw. In front of a thrilled home crowd, he outperformed a world-class field, including past Olympic and World champions. Julius Yego of Kenya won silver, and Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage took bronze.
In Bhubaneswar, a shocking incident occurred where six individuals assaulted BMC Additional Commissioner Ratnakar Sahu in his office, allegedly over a phone conversation. The attack, which involved dragging and beating Sahu, prompted condemnation from political figures like Aparajita Sarangi and Naveen Patnaik. Police have arrested three individuals, including a BJP corporator, and are investigating further.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Key to the City of Buenos Aires during his historic Argentina visit, the first bilateral trip by an Indian PM in 57 years. He held wide-ranging talks with President Javier Milei on boosting ties in trade, defence, and energy. Argentina was the third stop in his five-nation tour.
The UAE has introduced a nomination-based Golden Visa for Indians, offering lifetime residency for a one-time fee of AED 1,00,000, eliminating the need for property or business investment. This new model targets individuals with valuable professional backgrounds or societal contributions. Applications are managed through Rayad Group, with traditional investment and merit-based routes remaining available.
Emma Raducanu has denied rumors of a romantic relationship with Carlos Alcaraz, confirming their upcoming mixed doubles partnership at the US Open. The pair recently practiced together, with Alcaraz initiating the collaboration earlier this year. Raducanu expressed her excitement about teaming up with Alcaraz, while also focusing on her singles career after a recent loss at the Eastbourne Open.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the successful autonomous delivery of a Model Y, driving itself from the factory near Austin to a customer's home. Musk emphasized that the vehicle operated without any human intervention, either inside the car or through remote control, marking a significant milestone for Tesla's autonomous driving technology.
SEBI has banned Jane Street Group from Indian markets. The firm allegedly inflated prices before selling aggressively, profiting from options while retail investors were misled. SEBI is now seizing Rs 4,840 crore in unlawful gains, highlighting concerns about algorithmic trading's impact on the Indian derivatives market.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed claims of internal disputes and potential political shifts within the state government, refuting statements made by minister KN Rajanna. Rajanna had earlier hinted at possible changes after September due to multiple power centers within the Congress, fueling speculation of a cabinet reshuffle or even a change in CM.