Trump administration launches 175 investigations into H-1B visa programme abuses

Trump administration launches 175 investigations into H-1B visa programme abuses

The Trump administration has launched a sweeping investigation into potential abuses of the H-1B visa programme, marking the latest in a series of moves to tighten U.S. immigration and labour policies. According to Fox News, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has opened

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Trump announces U.S. boycott of G20 Summit in South Africa

Trump announces U.S. boycott of G20 Summit in South Africa

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that no American government officials will attend this year’s G20 Summit in South Africa, accusing the host nation of “abusing and discriminating” against its minority white farming community. In a post on his social media platform, Trump

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President Murmu begins historic state visit to Angola and Botswana

President Murmu begins historic state visit to Angola and Botswana

President Droupadi Murmu began a six-day state visit to Angola and Botswana on Saturday, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to both African nations. The landmark trip, scheduled from November 8 to 13, underscores India’s deepening engagement with the

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India, Bolivia reaffirm partnership as MoS Margherita meets La Paz Mayor, inaugurates new Indian Embassy

India, Bolivia reaffirm partnership as MoS Margherita meets La Paz Mayor, inaugurates new Indian Embassy

India and Bolivia reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral ties as Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita was warmly received by La Paz Mayor Iván Arias at the historic Palacio Consistorial. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in culture, health,

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India and Armenia strengthen bilateral cooperation, hold 11th Foreign Office Consultations in Yerevan

India and Armenia strengthen bilateral cooperation, hold 11th Foreign Office Consultations in Yerevan

India and Armenia on Saturday held the 11th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Yerevan, reaffirming their commitment to deepen bilateral ties and enhance cooperation on regional and global platforms. The discussions covered a broad range of topics — from political dialogue

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Af-Pak peace talks collapse again amid deep mistrust and conflicting security priorities

Af-Pak peace talks collapse again amid deep mistrust and conflicting security priorities

The latest round of peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul has ended in a deadlock, exposing the deep mistrust, diverging security goals, and domestic pressures that have repeatedly derailed negotiations between the two neighbors. Mediated by Qatar and Turkey, the third

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President Murmu embarks on historic six-day visit to Angola and Botswana

President Murmu embarks on historic six-day visit to Angola and Botswana

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday embarked on a six-day State visit to Angola and Botswana from November 8 to 13, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to both southern African nations. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the

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Trump’s global tariffs face tough scrutiny at US Supreme Court

Trump’s global tariffs face tough scrutiny at US Supreme Court

The US Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed scepticism over President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977, in a pivotal case that could reshape the limits of presidential authority over trade. The nine justices

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US to cut flight operations by 10 per cent as government shutdown hits air travel

US to cut flight operations by 10 per cent as government shutdown hits air travel

The United States will reduce flight operations by 10 per cent at 40 major airports starting Friday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced, as the ongoing government shutdown—now in its 36th day—continues to strain air traffic control systems. The measure, which will affect between

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Trump says he will visit India next year, calls PM Modi a ‘great man’

Trump says he will visit India next year, calls PM Modi a ‘great man’

US President Donald Trump announced plans to visit India next year, describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “great man” and a “friend,” while emphasizing the strength of ongoing India-US relations. Speaking at a press conference at the White House on Thursday, Trump

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‘Vande Mataram’ embodies nation’s determination, commitment, and hope: EAM S. Jaishankar

‘Vande Mataram’ embodies nation’s determination, commitment, and hope: EAM S. Jaishankar

India celebrated a historic milestone as the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) marked 150 years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ on Friday. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said the song represents the nation’s determination, commitment, and enduring hope, inspiring every Indian to

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PM Modi celebrates 1,125% surge in Indian universities in QS Asia Rankings 2026

PM Modi celebrates 1,125% surge in Indian universities in QS Asia Rankings 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the dramatic rise of Indian universities in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, calling it a “record leap” for Indian higher education. Over the past decade, India’s representation has grown 1,125 per cent — from just

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India, Belgium strengthen strategic and economic cooperation at Brussels meet

India, Belgium strengthen strategic and economic cooperation at Brussels meet

India and Belgium held their third Foreign Office Consultations at the historic Egmont Palace, reaffirming their commitment to deepen diplomatic, trade, and technology partnerships. Leading the dialogue, Secretary (West) Sibi George and Theodora Gentzis, President of Belgium’s Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, reviewed

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Trump has ‘great respect’ for PM Modi, says White House on India-US ties

Trump has ‘great respect’ for PM Modi, says White House on India-US ties

The White House reaffirmed U.S. President Donald Trump’s admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his commitment to deepening India-U.S. relations, saying the two leaders share a strong rapport and speak “pretty frequently.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, addressing reporters on Tuesday,

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New US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur meets Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra in Washington

New US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur meets Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra in Washington

Strengthening diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Washington, India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, hosted Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Paul Kapur, at India House in Washington this week. The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of South

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South Asian trailblazers make history with major election wins in New York, Virginia, and Ohio

South Asian trailblazers make history with major election wins in New York, Virginia, and Ohio

In a historic night for the South Asian diaspora, three candidates of Indian and broader South Asian heritage scored landmark victories in key U.S. elections, signaling the community’s growing influence in American politics. From New York City’s mayoral race to statewide contests in

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India–Japan partnership crucial for Indo-Pacific stability and global economic resilience: EAM Jaishankar

India–Japan partnership crucial for Indo-Pacific stability and global economic resilience: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday underscored that the India–Japan partnership plays a pivotal role in maintaining strategic stability and promoting economic resilience in the Indo-Pacific region. Speaking at the 8th India–Japan Indo-Pacific Forum in New Delhi, he said the growing

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Student uprising in PoK mirrors Nepal, Bangladesh unrest, raises fears of nationwide turmoil in Pakistan

Student uprising in PoK mirrors Nepal, Bangladesh unrest, raises fears of nationwide turmoil in Pakistan

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing a new wave of unrest as student-led protests erupt across the region, drawing parallels with the youth uprisings that transformed Nepal and Bangladesh. Despite Islamabad’s efforts to suppress dissent, reports of large-scale atrocities and arrests are surfacing, intensifying

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Hegseth pledges coordinated U.S. efforts to deliver on Trump’s nuclear submarine plan for South Korea

Hegseth pledges coordinated U.S. efforts to deliver on Trump’s nuclear submarine plan for South Korea

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday said Washington will undertake interagency efforts to help implement President Donald Trump’s pledge allowing South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarines at a U.S. shipyard. Speaking after annual security talks with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back,

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EAM Jaishankar urges global zero-tolerance on terrorism in talks with Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar

EAM Jaishankar urges global zero-tolerance on terrorism in talks with Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s unwavering solidarity with Israel, stressing the shared challenge of terrorism and calling for a global zero-tolerance approach to it in all forms. During his meeting with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in New Delhi, Jaishankar highlighted

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