US Lawmaker Wants to End H-1B, Scrap 1965 Immigration Law
Republican Andy Ogles calls for ending all US visa programmes and repealing the 1965 Hart-Celler Act, advocating a return to a national quota system. Read the full story.
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Donald Trump Does Not Rule Out War with Venezuela
Former US President Donald Trump hints at potential military action against Venezuela if re-elected. He cites the country's 'tremendous potential' and criticizes current US policy. Read the full story.
Kas Plateau Hotels Noticed for Dumping Waste in Forest
Satara forest department warns hoteliers at UNESCO site Kas Plateau over garbage dumping, citing increased man-animal conflict. Legal action threatened. Read more.
Elephant Attacks in Ramgarh: Death Toll Rises to Six
Two more killed by elephant herds in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, raising fatalities to six. Forest officials cite retaliation after villagers attacked herd. Read the full report.
Dense Fog Warning Across Bihar, Cold Day Conditions Likely
IMD Patna issues a widespread dense fog warning for Bihar, with cold day conditions predicted in northwestern districts. Relief measures, including bonfires and shelters, are operational. Stay safe.
Bihar Floods 2024 Cause Rs 126 Crore Loss to 2,290 Families
A household survey reveals devastating losses in North Bihar's 2024 floods, with families facing food shortages, displacement, and a severe lack of flood insurance awareness. Read the full report.
New Multi-Purpose Flood Shelter Launched in Assam's Majuli
A state-of-the-art multi-purpose flood shelter's construction begins in Majuli's Bengana Kalia village, enhancing Assam's disaster resilience. Read about this key infrastructure project.
Dense Fog to Disrupt Travel Across 14 Jharkhand Districts
Ranchi Met Office warns of dense fog disrupting rail, air, and road transport across 14 Jharkhand districts. Essential travel advisories and precautions inside.
Dutch FM: Russia-Ukraine conflict is an existential threat
Dutch Foreign Minister Hanke Bruins Slot urges global action to end the Russia-Ukraine war, calling it an existential threat. Read her full statement and analysis.
Air Congo Passengers Jump from Plane in Shocking Breach
Shocking video shows Air Congo passengers leaping from a Boeing 737-800 at Kindu Airport after a multi-hour ordeal. Details on the new airline's major safety failure.
Bangladesh Calls for Restraint, Osman Hadi Burial Saturday
Bangladesh government urges restraint amid violent clashes. Osman Hadi's burial scheduled for Saturday. Key details on the situation and official response.
Bangladesh Violence: Protests After Student Leader's Killing
Bangladesh faces fresh turmoil as the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi triggers violent protests. Mobs attack Indian High Commission & media offices. Latest updates here.
Monsoon Role in Ocean Carbon Burial Revealed
A landmark 50,000-year study overturns old theories, showing monsoon currents and river sediments, not plankton growth, are the primary drivers of long-term carbon storage in the Indian Ocean seabed.
HC Questions Tree Felling for Highway Widening, Suggests Elevated Road
Uttarakhand High Court questions felling of 4,000 trees for highway widening, suggests an elevated road. Next hearing on Dec 31. Read the full story.
US Officer Reveals H-1B Visa Fraud, Impact on American Jobs
A senior US visa officer details systemic H-1B fraud involving fake degrees, displacing American STEM workers. Read her six urgent policy recommendations.
US Justice Dept Misses Epstein Files Deadline
The US Justice Department fails to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents by the legal deadline, offering a partial release instead. Lawmakers accuse the administration of breaking the law. Read the full details.
TPUSA Endorses JD Vance for 2028 Presidential Race
Erika Kirk announces Turning Point USA's endorsement of VP JD Vance for the 2028 presidential election, ending rumors of a rift. Marco Rubio pledges support, clearing Vance's path.
US Appeals Harvard $2.7B Funding Ruling, Legal Battle Escalates
The Trump administration appeals a court order restoring $2.7 billion in federal research funds to Harvard. The legal clash over alleged retaliation and free speech heads to the US Court of Appeals. Read the latest.
Andhra Pradesh Cold Spell: 3 More Days of Chilly Mornings
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema face colder mornings as minimum temperatures drop 2-3°C below normal. Key locations like Dumbriguda record 4.4°C. IMD forecasts continued dry weather.
7-Year-Old Girl Killed in Leopard Attack in Bahraich
A 7-year-old girl was killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Ayodhyapurva village. This marks the 5th fatal human-leopard conflict in the district this year. Read about the incident and forest department's response.
Deer killed, dragged 1 km in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
A young spotted deer was killed & dragged for a kilometre on Pilibhit-Basti road. The driver was arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act, highlighting road dangers in forest areas.
2026 Preview: Climate Action, FIFA World Cup, US Midterms
From decisive climate talks and a record-breaking FIFA World Cup to crucial US midterms and a new space race, 2026 is set to be a pivotal year. Explore the key global developments.
US Suspends Diversity Visa Program After Brown, MIT Attacks
The Trump administration suspends the Green Card Lottery, freezing 50,000 visas after the shooter was linked to the program. Explore the immigration battle reignited.
Colorado Braces for Hurricane-Force Winds, Wildfire Threat
Colorado and Wyoming face extreme wildfire risk with 110 mph winds, prompting Xcel Energy to cut power. Evacuation warnings issued. Read for latest updates and safety advisories.
H-1B Visa: $100K Fee Risk for Status Lapses
Immigration attorney Rebecca Chen warns H-1B visa holders about a new $100,000 fee for consular processing. Learn how to maintain valid status and use the 60-day grace period wisely.
Bangladesh Protests Turn Violent After Student's Death
Protests in Bangladesh intensify following the death of student Sharif Osman Hadi. Clashes in Dhaka leave 3 dead, over 100 injured. Get the latest developments and analysis.
US Fed Official Sees No Urgency for More Rate Cuts Now
New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data may be distorted due to the government shutdown, impacting CPI readings. He sees current policy as appropriate. Read more.
Chinese researcher charged for smuggling E. Coli into US
The FBI has charged a Chinese post-doctoral researcher for illegally importing E. coli strains and making false statements. Read about the national security risks and the FBI's warning to institutions.
SC Acts to Save Great Indian Bustard from Extinction
The Supreme Court has issued critical directions to preserve the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, warning it faces the same fate as extinct species like the Golden Toad. Read the full story.
Putin's Big Presser: 700K Troops, NATO Warning, & Asset Row
In a marathon press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned NATO, touted troop strength, and slammed plans to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. Full details inside.
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