New H-1B Visa Rules: Wage-Based Selection Replaces Lottery
The US is set to replace the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection system. Learn how the new rules work, their legal challenges, and what it means for Indian professionals.
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Dh30M UAE Lottery Jackpot Rolls Over, 3 Win Dh100K
The latest UAE Lucky Day Draw saw no jackpot winner, rolling the Dh30M prize to 2026. Three participants won Dh100,000 each in the Lucky Chance raffle. Learn how to play.
Exam Mentor NewsBytes: JEE, NEET, CUET & Board Exam Updates
Get the latest updates on JEE Main 2024, NEET UG 2024, CUET UG 2024, and board exam results. Essential news for students preparing for competitive and academic exams in India.
India flags H-1B visa delays, backlogs with US
India engages US over mounting H-1B visa delays causing hardships. Backlogs, stricter scrutiny, and policy changes threaten Indian professionals' careers. Read more.
India Conveys Concern to US Over H1B Visa Delays
India has formally flagged issues with the US after thousands of H-1B visa interviews were postponed. The delay is for enhanced social media screening. Read the full story.
H-1B Visa Overhaul: Lottery Ends, Wage-Based Selection Begins
The US scraps the H-1B lottery for a wage-based system from 2026, coupled with a proposed $100,000 fee. This structural shift prioritises senior roles, impacting Indian professionals and IT firms. Get expert guidance to navigate the changes.
Hyderabad senior loses Rs 1.8 crore to lottery fraudsters
A 77-year-old woman in Hyderabad was cheated of Rs 1.8 crore in a nine-month cyber fraud involving fake lottery promises, forged RBI documents, and impersonation of Mukesh Ambani. Police have registered a case.
Exam Mentor NewsBytes: Key Updates for CUET, JEE, NEET
Get the latest updates on CUET UG 2024, JEE Main 2024, NEET UG 2024, and other major exams. Essential news for students preparing for competitive and board exams in India.
$1.8B Powerball Won in Arkansas, Second Largest US Jackpot
A lucky Arkansas ticket holder won the $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve 2025. Discover the winning numbers, prize details, and how the historic win unfolded.
Arkansas Wins $1.82 Billion Powerball, Second-Largest Prize
A Powerball player in Arkansas won the $1.82 billion Christmas Eve jackpot, the second-largest lottery prize ever. The winner can choose a lump sum of $834.9 million. Read more about this historic win!
US Replaces H-1B Visa Lottery with Skill-Based System
The Trump administration replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a weighted selection favoring higher skills and wages. New rule effective from February 27, 2026. Read the full details.
Nasscom: Trump's H-1B Visa Policy Hurts Small Indian IT Firms
Nasscom warns Trump's new wage-based H-1B visa policy will crush small & mid-sized Indian IT companies. Learn about the $100,000 fee & its impact on US workforce planning.
Nasscom Flags Concerns Over US H-1B Visa Pay-Based Selection
Nasscom warns the US shift to a wage-level-based H-1B visa lottery raises legal and economic issues for India's IT sector. Learn the potential impact and industry response.
Trump Scraps H-1B Visa Lottery, New Rules Favor High Pay
US President Donald Trump overhauls the H-1B visa system, replacing the lottery with a salary-based ranking. This major shift could limit opportunities for young Indian professionals seeking US jobs.
H-1B Wage Rules Face $100k Fee Hurdle
New H-1B rules replace lottery with wage-based selection, but a proposed $100,000 filing fee could deter employers, shrinking application pools and skewing outcomes. Expert analysis inside.
WhatsApp X'mas Scam, Air Purifier GST Plea, H1B News
Stay informed about a new Christmas WhatsApp scam, a High Court plea to reduce GST on air purifiers, and potential changes to the H1B visa lottery system. Read the latest updates.
H-1B Visa Lottery Ends, New Wage-Based System from 2026
The US replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-weighted system, prioritising higher salaries. Combined with a proposed $100,000 fee, this major reform could significantly impact Indian IT firms and professionals. Read the full analysis.
US H-1B Visa Rules Rewritten, Setback for Indian Professionals
The Trump administration replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based system, favoring high salaries. Indian IT workers face major hurdles. Learn the new eligibility criteria and impacts.
US H-1B Visa: New Rules Favor High-Pay, Skilled Applicants
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection, prioritizing higher-paid foreign workers. New fees and wage hikes add to the challenge for companies and entry-level Indian applicants.
US H-1B Visa: Lottery Ends, $100K Fee, New Rules for 2026
The Trump administration has overhauled the H-1B visa system, replacing the lottery with a wage-based selection, adding a $100,000 annual fee, and expanding social media checks. Learn the key changes impacting Indian professionals.
Taiwan's Receipt Lottery: Win Cash While Paying Taxes
Discover Taiwan's ingenious receipt lottery system, turning tax compliance into a national game since 1951. Learn how it works and why Indians are calling for its adoption.
Trump Plan: End H-1B Lottery, Prioritize High-Wage Workers
The Trump administration proposes replacing the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection system, prioritizing higher-paid foreign skilled workers. This major reform could reshape US tech hiring.
H-1B Visa Rules Change: US Favors Higher Salaried Workers
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection system from 2026, impacting Indian professionals and US companies. Learn the key changes and implications.
US Replaces H-1B Lottery with Wage-Level Selection
The US has replaced its random H-1B lottery with a system prioritizing higher-skilled, higher-paid applicants. This major policy shift impacts thousands of Indian professionals. Learn the details and implications.
NBA Proposes New Rules to Stop Tanking After Betting Scandal
The NBA is seeking feedback on new draft and lottery rules to discourage tanking, following a high-profile gambling scandal involving players and the mafia. Read the latest developments.
H-1B Visa Rule Change: High Salaries Get Priority
A new US rule will prioritize high-wage H-1B visa applications, drastically reducing chances for entry-level Indian professionals and recent graduates. Learn the implications.
US Proposes Wage-Based H-1B Lottery, Experts See Flaws
The US plans to replace the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based system, favoring higher salaries. However, experts warn it prioritizes seniority over high-skill roles. Learn the details and potential impact.
Man held for illegal lottery to fund wife's treatment in Kannur
Kannur police arrest Benny Thomas for allegedly running an illegal lottery to sell his property for his wife's medical bills. Read the full story of this desperate act.
Apply for B.Tech at SIT Pune via SITEEE by June 15
Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Pune, invites applications for its B.Tech programs through the SIT Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE) 2024. Apply online before June 15 for the July session.
Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.6 Billion, Next Draw Monday
The Powerball lottery jackpot reaches a staggering $1.6 billion after no winner on Saturday. The next draw on Monday could break records. Discover the winning numbers and payout details.
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