Author: Nupur Rohila

US Vice President JD Vance has once again spoken out in favor of President Donald Trump’s reforms to the H-1B visa program, asserting that the system has been exploited to drive down wages for American employees by hiring foreign workers at reduced pay. During his address at the Turning Point USA event in Mississippi on Wednesday, Vance stated that the administration’s reform efforts are designed to ensure fairness for domestic workers while preserving the program’s original intent — attracting exceptional global talent rather than replacing qualified Americans. “Legal immigration is complex,” Vance said. “We bring in nearly one million legal…

The United States has approved a six-month exemption for India, allowing it to carry out operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port without facing sanctions. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the decision, noting that the waiver will enable India to maintain its strategic presence along the Gulf of Oman while fostering regional connectivity. India has played a central role in developing the Chabahar Port, situated in Iran’s Sistan-Balochistan province, and currently manages the Shahid Beheshti terminal. The port is a key component of New Delhi’s efforts to establish direct trade routes with Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. Earlier, India had…

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US Senator Jacky Rosen, expressing gratitude for her consistent support toward advancing India-US counter-terrorism cooperation. Their discussion focused on tackling regional security challenges, including cross-border terrorism, while strengthening diplomatic and economic collaboration between the two nations. During the meeting, Kwatra briefed Senator Rosen, the Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, Central, South Asia, and Counter-terrorism, on the ongoing India-US trade engagement. He highlighted the significant growth in bilateral hydrocarbons trade and the shared interest in expanding cooperation across emerging technology sectors. In a post shared…

India’s gender pay gap has narrowed sharply, now ranking among the lowest worldwide, according to a report from global payroll and compliance platform Deel. The report stated that median salaries for men and women in India are nearly equal, ranging between $13,000 and $23,000, reflecting “growing pay equity and the adoption of data-driven compensation models.” Deel analysed internal platform data from over one million contracts and 35,000+ customers across 150 countries to identify global pay trends. Interestingly, the report also revealed a 40 per cent year-on-year drop in median compensation for engineering and data professionals in India — from $36,000…

Actor and digital sensation Bhuvan Bam has officially entered the world of Bollywood under the banner of Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, marking a major turning point in his career. The announcement came after Bam shared a picture of his signed contract with the production house on Instagram, a post that quickly went viral among his millions of followers. Expressing heartfelt gratitude, Bam wrote, “Sapne dekho doston, poore ho jaate hain (Dream big, friends. Dreams really do come true),” and thanked his supporters for being an integral part of his journey. He added that the milestone would not have been possible…

Vice President of India, C P Radhakrishnan, is set to embark on a two-day official visit to Seychelles starting October 26. The primary purpose of the visit is to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Patrick Herminie, the President-elect of Seychelles, representing the Government of India. Invited by the Seychellois government, Vice President Radhakrishnan will extend India’s heartfelt congratulations to Herminie and reaffirm the enduring, close-knit relationship between the two nations. A statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized that Seychelles remains a key partner under India’s Vision MAHASAGAR initiative and in India’s broader commitment to the Global South.…

London’s glittering cultural scene was transformed into a celebration of India’s timeless heritage as the 2025 Pink Ball took center stage at The British Museum. This year’s gala paid homage to India’s devotional and artistic traditions, beautifully aligned with the museum’s stunning “Ancient India” exhibition. Under the soaring glass dome of the museum’s Great Court, guests were welcomed into a space glowing with intricate Indian motifs, soft amber lights, and live classical music. The atmosphere reflected centuries of India’s cultural grandeur, blending art, spirituality, and storytelling into a singular experience. The Pink Ball, renowned for merging philanthropy with cultural appreciation,…

 The Indian banking sector is poised for a major transformation over the next decade, driven by technological innovation and structural shifts, according to a recent report by Eiara Securities titled “Future of Banking – Seven Structural Forces Shaping the Next Decade.” Key drivers identified include the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI), changes in deposit composition, and the democratization of credit. Other factors expected to influence the industry between 2025 and 2035 are productivity challenges, consolidation trends, and evolving business models designed to address emerging risks such as cybersecurity threats and climate-related disruptions. The report emphasizes that…

India’s smartphone market recorded a modest 3 per cent year-on-year growth in the July–September quarter, with total shipments reaching 48.4 million units, according to a new report by Omdia. The growth was largely driven by festive season preparations, retail incentives, and new model launches. Apple registered its highest-ever quarterly shipments in India, securing a 10 per cent market share and marking its strongest performance yet in the country. The company’s success was supported by rising demand from smaller cities and aggressive festive offers. “Vendors filled the channels with new stocks in anticipation of a high-demand festive period,” said Sanyam Chaurasia,…

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm congratulations to Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, who has made history as the nation’s first female leader. In his message, Modi emphasized that the evolving partnership between India and Japan continues to play a vital role in ensuring peace, stability, and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi wrote, “Heartiest congratulations, Sanae Takaichi, on your election as the Prime Minister of Japan. I look forward to working closely with you to further strengthen the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Our deepening ties…