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'H1B system spammed with fraud': White House cites 'abuse’ as it prepares to battle lawsuits over visa fee hike
The Trump administration is defending its new $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it essential to curb fraud and protect American workers, despite lawsuits from businesses, unions, and advocacy groups.
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B-1 bombers over the Caribbean: U.S. military build-up sparks fears of action in Venezuela
The U.S. military has flown B-1 bombers near Venezuela amid a growing build-up in the Caribbean, fuelling speculation that President Donald Trump could be considering military action against Nicolás Maduro.
WORLD
NATO’s Mark Rutte downplays rift with Zelensky, says Trump holds key to Ukraine peace
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplayed tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasising that only Trump can achieve peace between Moscow and Kyiv, despite a rift in recent White House talks.
WORLD
As government shuts down, America’s debt hits record $38 trillion
Amid a federal government shutdown, U.S. national debt has surged past $38 trillion — the fastest rise outside the pandemic — raising alarms over inflation, borrowing costs, and future fiscal stability.
WORLD
How JeM's radical women brigade, led by Masood Azhar's sister, is using covert tactics to dodge FATF scrutiny
The group has launched an online program titled Tufat al-Muminat, offering daily 40-minute sessions on religious teachings and ideological indoctrination
WORLD
Setback for Mehul Choksi: Belgian court says 'no obstacle' in sending him back to India
The court order is a big blow to the fugitive businessman wanted for a Rs 13,000 crore bank fraud in the Punjab National Bank orchestrated in collusion with his nephew Nirav Modi, who is presently lodged in a London prison.
WORLD
Trump administration agrees to restore student debt relief after legal battle
The Trump administration has agreed to reinstate student loan forgiveness for about 2.5 million borrowers after a lawsuit by the American Federation of Teachers, ensuring relief and protection from tax penalties.
WORLD
‘Spoke to PM Modi, he’s not going to buy much Russian oil’: Donald Trump
Last week, Trump had claimed that PM Modi told him that India would stop purchasing oil from Russia
WORLD
Japan: Lower house appoints ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi first woman PM
Japan’s parliament appoints conservative Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister; she will officially take office after meeting the emperor.
WORLD
Why furloughed nuclear workers heighten safety risks during US shutdown
The National Nuclear Security Administration began furloughing 1,400 staff amid the U.S. government shutdown, raising concerns over nuclear safety, while President Trump pressures Democrats to reopen the government.
WORLD
ICE officials cite bBudget constraints for limited bodycam use in Chicago operation
ICE officials told a court that more funding is needed to expand body camera use during the Chicago immigration crackdown, amid protests and scrutiny over agent tactics and arrests.
WORLD
Trump doubts Ukraine can defeat Russia ahead of planned peace talks with Putin in Hungary
President Donald Trump cast doubt on Ukraine’s ability to defeat Russia ahead of his upcoming peace talks with Vladimir Putin in Hungary, signalling a shift toward ending the prolonged conflict.
INDIA
Gangster Rohit Godara claims responsibility for attack on Lawrence Bishnoi aide Hari Boxer in US
Godara, once part of the Bishnoi gang, broke away months ago to form his own outfit with Goldy Brar. Both are wanted by the National Investigation Agency and several state police forces in India.
INDIA
Donald Trump extends Diwali greetings, hails ‘light’s victory over darkness’
Wishing peace and prosperity to all those observing the festival, Donald Trump said, 'May this observance bring abiding serenity, prosperity, hope, and peace'
BUSINESS
‘Work from the air’: China’s airlines bet on free wi-fi to rival bullet trains
Air China, China Eastern and China Southern all reported losses in the first half of the year, citing fierce competition, supply imbalances
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Air China flight makes emergency landing in Shanghai after lithium battery fire in cabin | Watch
A video clip circulating online, reportedly filmed by a passenger, showed travellers and crew attempting to extinguish flames visible in an overhead compartment.
BUSINESS
Air India Dreamliner aircraft to Delhi cancelled ahead of Diwali, 250 stranded in Milan
Most passengers have been rebooked on flights on or after October 20, which coincides with Diwali, depending on seat availability with Air India and other airlines
BUSINESS
Gold rush powers Rs 1 lakh crore Dhanteras spending despite record prices: CAIT
Bullion sales alone touched Rs 60,000 crore, up 25% from last year, as consumers flocked to markets despite gold crossing ₹1.3 lakh per 10 grams, says CAIT
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Polls: Public frustration mounts as Trump, lawmakers equally faulted for ongoing shutdown
A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans blame both President Donald Trump and Congress for the prolonged government shutdown, viewing it as a major problem with no resolution in sight.
INDIA
HAL to showcase first Nashik-built LCA Tejas Mk1A to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
According to HAL officials, the new facility will enable the company to meet the delivery target of 180 LCA Mark 1A aircraft ordered by the IAF by 2032-33
INDIA
'New leader every year': Why Trump’s offhand remark fits Pakistan more than India
Trump has suggested that India frequently gets new leaders. However, the facts say otherwise -- the country has had the same Prime Minister since 2014, and before that, Manmohan Singh led for ten years
INDIA
'No phone call between PM Modi, Trump': MEA rejects US President's claims on India stopping Russian oil purchase
In his remarks, Trump suggested that the US wants India to stop procurement of Russian crude only to put financial pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin so that ends the war in Ukraine.
WORLD
Truck overturns in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing 15 from one family
At least 15 members of a single family were killed and eight others injured when a truck overturned on the Swat Motorway in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, officials said.
WORLD
Trump weighs strikes on Venezuelan cartels, Maduro orders military exercises
US President Donald Trump signalled possible land strikes against Venezuelan cartels, while President Nicolás Maduro mobilised military, police, and militias. Tensions rise over drug trafficking accusations and US covert operations.
