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.
As the dollar faces instability, European policymakers see a historic opportunity to elevate the euro's global role. Explore the four key reasons why the euro could gain ground in international finance.
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's Taitung county at a depth of 11.9 km. No immediate damage reported. Stay updated on seismic activity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy aims to meet Donald Trump to finalise a 20-point plan. Talks in Miami show progress. Read the latest on the Ukraine peace efforts.
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.
Subedar Surjeet Singh of the Indian Army was killed in a firing incident inside a military camp in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district. The Rising Star Corps paid tribute. Read for details.
Emerging market currencies and stocks rose 0.4% each, reaching levels last seen in late October, buoyed by a softer dollar and local policy cues amid thin holiday trading. Key moves seen in South Korea, Israel, Turkey, China, and Vietnam.
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.
A deadly explosion in southern Moscow killed three people, including two traffic police officers, raising security fears. This follows the car bomb assassination of a senior Russian general in the same area earlier this week. Read the latest updates.
A US court has upheld the $100,000 fee for new H-1B hires from abroad, a major win for Trump's immigration policy. Indian IT professionals and US businesses express deep concern. Read the full analysis.
A deep dive into Myanmar's decade of turmoil since the 2015 elections, the 2021 military coup, and the escalating civil war. Understand the key events, players, and humanitarian crisis.
Japan's Niigata assembly debates restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world's largest. A decision by Dec 22 could impact global energy trends. Read the full story.
US President Donald Trump hosts the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, showcasing his MC skills and joking about a career change. The event follows the controversial renaming of the arts centre.
From Nepal's Gen Z uprising to Bangladesh's assassinations and Pakistan's judicial battles, 2025 saw a collapse of political legitimacy across South Asia. Explore the internal threats reshaping the region.
In a major boost for vulture conservation, 15 long-billed vultures from Pinjore's breeding centre were tagged and released at Melghat Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra. Read about this crucial rewilding step.
Two female and one male blackbuck, all under two years old, were found dead near a conservation reserve in Chikkamagaluru. Forest officials suspect poaching. Read for details.
A massive explosion destroyed a Pennsylvania nursing home, killing at least two and trapping people inside. Read the latest updates on the tragic incident and rescue efforts.
Sharif Osman Hadi's brother alleges the interim government plotted his killing to disrupt Bangladesh's February elections. Mass protests erupt in Dhaka demanding an international probe.
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.
The US economy expanded 4.3% in Q3 2025, its fastest in two years, driven by consumer spending and trade. However, inflation and a weak labour market threaten future growth. Analysis for India's trade.
The US Supreme Court has blocked former President Donald Trump's plan to use National Guard troops in Chicago for immigration enforcement. This major legal setback limits presidential power.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals he suffers from allergies due to Delhi's pollution, blaming transport for 40% of it. He calls for a national push towards electric and hydrogen vehicles. Read his stark warning.
Overnight Ukrainian drone attacks targeted Moscow and Tula region, sparking an industrial fire. Russia claims to have downed 172 drones. Read the latest updates on the conflict.
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met Mustapha Kharbouch, a Brown University student wrongly blamed online for a deadly campus shooting. Read about the dangers of misinformation and doxxing.
As Christmas nears, Ukraine faces its worst energy crisis since 2022. With over 5,000 missiles & drones launched in November, blackouts stretch for days, testing civilian resilience. Read more.
CCTV footage shows the moment a private jet carrying Libya's military chief crashed near Ankara, killing all on board. Watch the tragic incident unfold.
Officials issue a low-danger avalanche warning for five districts in Jammu & Kashmir. Residents advised to avoid prone areas above 2,800 metres. Stay safe and follow advisories.
The fight for the Aravalli hills highlights India's struggle between environmental survival and development. Expert Shailendra Yashwant warns of the cost of half-measures. Read more.
A powerful explosion in a Moscow residential building leaves one dead and eight injured. Russian investigators suspect a gas leak as the cause. Details on the rescue operation and official response.
A powerful explosion in a Moscow residential building kills one person and injures three others. Investigators are probing the cause of the blast. Read the latest updates.