USCIS has announced that the H-1B cap of 85,000 for FY 2026 has been filled, and the lottery selection process is complete. Sponsoring employers can view selection results in their registration accounts, with applications to start on April 1, 2025.
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Akhilesh Yadav, Samajwadi Party chief, accused the UP Police of unnecessary barricading on Eid in Lucknow, deeming it as a sign of dictatorship and emergency by the Yogi government. Police forces have increased security measures, including drone surveillance and CCTV monitoring, in sensitive areas for Eid and Ram Navami.
Thousands of devotees assemble in Ayodhya for the first anniversary celebrations of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the grand Ram temple, marked by religious rituals and cultural events. Prime Minister Modi and other leaders extend their greetings, celebrating the temple's significance and ongoing construction milestones.