India’s Growth Remains Attractive Despite US Tariffs, H-1B Concerns

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 in Greater Noida, highlighting India’s self-reliance and resilience amid global trade disruptions. (PC: DD News)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India’s economic trajectory remains “strong and attractive” despite global disruptions, US tariffs, and the steep hike in H-1B visa fees. Speaking at the inauguration of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025 in Greater Noida, he underscored the nation’s push toward self-reliance and reforms. “Bharat jaise desh […]

Clashes Erupt in Ladakh as Statehood Protest Turns Violent; Police Van Set Ablaze

Violent turn in Ladakh statehood protest: Demonstrators clash with police in Leh, setting a police van on fire as tensions escalate over demands for statehood and constitutional safeguards. (PC: NEWS18)

Leh city witnessed unprecedented violence on Tuesday as the ongoing statehood agitation turned volatile, with protesters clashing with police, pelting stones, and torching a police vehicle. The unrest marks the first major violent escalation in Ladakh’s growing movement demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards. Hundreds of demonstrators flooded the streets of Leh, enforcing a shutdown and […]

H-1B Shockwave: Sridhar Vembu Urges Indian Techies in US to “Come Home” Amid $100,000 Visa Fee Hike

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urges Indian tech professionals on H-1B visas to return home after the US imposes a $100,000 visa fee hike.

The United States’ abrupt decision to hike H-1B visa application fees to an unprecedented $100,000 has sent tremors through the global technology sector. The measure, announced by the Trump administration, is already reshaping corporate strategies and stirring anxiety among foreign professionals particularly Indians, who account for the majority of H-1B holders. Against this backdrop, Zoho […]

BCCI Clarifies Stand on India–Pakistan Handshake Row at Asia Cup 2025

India and Pakistan captains at the toss during their Asia Cup 2025 clash, a match that later sparked the handshake controversy. (PC: CricTracker)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has broken its silence over the controversy surrounding the post-match handshake between India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2025. The Controversy The issue began after India’s win over Pakistan on September 14, when reports surfaced that players from both sides did not exchange handshakes, a […]

India–US Trade Talks Resume: First In-Person Dialogue Since Trump’s Tariffs

India and the United States restart trade negotiations first face-to-face talks since Washington imposed tariffs on New Delhi. (PC: TOI)

India and the United States have restarted bilateral trade negotiations, holding their first face-to-face talks since Washington imposed steep tariffs on Indian goods in retaliation for New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. The renewed discussions are being seen as an important attempt to reset economic ties strained in recent months First Round Since Tariffs The […]

CP Radhakrishnan Elected as India’s 15th Vice President: What This Means Beyond the Numbers

India has chosen its new Vice President. The 15th person to occupy this high constitutional office is Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan, commonly referred to as C. P. Radhakrishnan. His election was no surprise, given the NDA’s numerical advantage. Out of the 767 votes cast, 452 went to Radhakrishnan. The Opposition’s candidate, Justice B. Sudarshan Reddy, secured 300 votes. Fifteen ballots […]