United States of America: News
Paytm now allows UPI payments without an Indian SIM card
Paytm has introduced a service that lets Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from 12 countries make Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments in India using their international mobile numbers.
Ex-DOGE member calls H-1B visa program in US a 'scam'
James Fishback, the CEO of Azoria and a former developer of the "DOGE checks" tool, has slammed the United States H-1B visa program.
Thousands of underwater UFOs seen around US: Should we worry?
A recent surge of Unidentified Submersible Objects (USOs) has been reported near the United States coastlines.
Zerodha will soon let you invest in US stocks
Zerodha, India's leading stockbroker by revenue, is gearing up to launch a feature for investing in US stocks.
Why over 8,000 flights were delayed in the US yesterday
The United States is facing major flight delays as air traffic controller absences continue to disrupt travel.
AI gun detector flags Doritos bag as weapon, triggers panic
In a bizarre case, an AI-powered gun detection system mistook a bag of Doritos chips for a weapon.
Gold prices sharply down from record highs: What's the reason?
Gold prices have witnessed a sharp decline after hitting record highs earlier this month.
Why US government is probing Tesla's 'Mad Max' driving mode
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking information from Tesla about its "Mad Max" driver assistance mode, as part of an ongoing investigation into the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.
Trying to support Trump, Joe Rogan pulls up fake post
Popular podcaster Joe Rogan, who reportedly has over 20 million YouTube subscribers, fell for a fake post that appeared to be from US President Donald Trump.
Why this project by Musk's Boring Company is under scrutiny
The Nashville Metro Council has accused Elon Musk's Boring Company of excluding them from the Music City Loop project.
Why China seeks sensitive sales data from US chipmakers
China is probing US semiconductor manufacturers and demanding sensitive sales data. The move is part of an anti-dumping investigation into specific analog integrated circuit (IC) chips.
Foreign drugs could become costlier in the US soon
The Donald Trump administration is gearing up for a new investigation into the drug pricing practices of US trading partners, as per the Financial Times.
Amazon might replace 600,000 US employees with robots by 2033
Amazon is planning to automate a significant portion of its operations in the United States, as per The New York Times.
Is the US-Australia minerals deal enough to reduce China's dominance?
The United States and Australia have signed an $8.5 billion critical minerals agreement to reduce China's grip on rare earths.
US immigration: Who is exempt from $100,000 H-1B visa fee?
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has clarified the new $100,000 annual fee for the H-1B visas.
Kenny Loggins slams 'unauthorized' use of song in Trump video
American singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins has demanded the removal of his song Danger Zone from an AI-generated video shared by President Donald Trump on his Truth Social account.
Michael Fassbender leads Netflix series on Kennedys: What to expect
Netflix has announced a new drama series titled Kennedy, which will chronicle the lives of the legendary Kennedy family.
Oil prices hit 5-month low: Here we decode why
Oil prices have hit their lowest level since early May, with Brent crude futures settling down by $0.28 at $61.01 per barrel.
Global firms face $35B financial hit thanks to US tariffs
Global corporations have reported over $35 billion in costs due to US tariffs as they head into their third-quarter earnings.
Why China's curbing of rare earth magnet exports are worrying
China's rare earth magnet exports have witnessed a significant decline in September.
China pauses US soybean imports for 1st time since 2018
For the first time since November 2018, China has stopped importing soybeans from the US. The move comes as a result of continued trade tensions between the two economic superpowers.
Trump reveals conditions for lowering tariffs on Chinese products
US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of lowering tariffs on Chinese goods.
'Can't let up': Robert De Niro on fight against Trump
Hollywood actor Robert De Niro recently spoke out against US President Donald Trump, saying he was "intimidating" voters ahead of the midterm elections.
China accuses US of hacking its National Time Service Center
China has accused the United States of hacking its National Time Service Center, a facility that generates and maintains China's standard time.
India's exports to US down almost 12% in September
India's exports to the United States have witnessed a major decline, according to a recent report by CRISIL.
Why Glenmark, Dr Reddy's are recalling medicines in US
Indian pharmaceutical giants Glenmark and Dr Reddy's Laboratories have initiated product recalls in the US.
Paramount Skydance to cut 2,000 jobs in $2B cost-saving push
Paramount Skydance is planning to lay off around 2,000 employees in the US.
US-India trade deal talks progressing well, says Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said that talks between India and the United States on a trade deal are progressing well.
US to hold trade talks with China next week
The next round of US-China trade talks is scheduled for next week, with America's Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng leading the negotiations.
US government shutdown: Trump freezes $11B infrastructure projects in cities
The Donald Trump administration has announced a freeze on an additional $11 billion worth of infrastructure projects, mostly in Democratic states.
NVIDIA's 1st Blackwell chip wafer made with TSMC breaks cover
NVIDIA has unveiled its first-ever Blackwell wafer, manufactured in the United States.
Spotify announced a major upgrade for parents: What is it?
Spotify has launched a new feature, managed accounts, for its Premium Family subscribers.
Shocker! Americans are now using crowdfunding to pay for groceries
Tim Cadogan, the CEO of GoFundMe, has revealed that many Americans are now using the crowdfunding platform to fund their groceries.
US and China's trade war escalates with tit-for-tat port fees
The United States and China have begun imposing new port fees on each other's ships from today.
Just 500 TCS employees are on H-1B visas in US
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's largest IT services company, has revealed a major reduction in its reliance on H-1B visas.
Gold prices soar to all-time high amid US-China trade tensions
Gold prices have skyrocketed to an all-time high, fueled by renewed trade tensions between the United States and China.
Why CDC has reversed layoffs for some employees in US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reversed hundreds of layoff notices after sending them to around 1,300 employees.
How NVIDIA became a victim of US-China trade war
NVIDIA, a leading American chipmaker, has found itself caught in the crossfire of the ongoing trade war between the US and China.
Could gold prices reach $10,000 per ounce by 2028?
Ed Yardeni, a renowned market expert and the President of Yardeni Research, has made a bold prediction about the future of gold prices.
China slams US over 130% tariffs, warns of consequences
China has slammed the United States for its decision to impose a 100% additional tariff on all Chinese exports.
Why EVs and semiconductor components are about to become costlier
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has warned that the ongoing trade conflict between the United States and China will likely drive up prices for electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, and semiconductor components.
Thousands of federal workers fired by Donald Trump administration
The Donald Trump administration has started issuing layoff notices to thousands of federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown, a move criticized as a pressure tactic against Democrats.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff is now a Donald Trump supporter
Marc Benioff, the billionaire CEO of Salesforce, has shocked his PR team with a radical political shift.
Why Samsung has been fined $445.5M in the US
Samsung Electronics has been ordered to pay almost $445.5 million in damages by a federal jury in Marshall, Texas.
US: 19 feared dead in massive plant explosion in Tennessee
A devastating explosion rocked the Accurate Energetic Systems plant in rural Tennessee in the United States of America on Friday, leaving 19 people missing and feared dead, according to authorities.
Trump announces an extra 100% tariff on imports from China
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose an extra 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month.
Is US economy sliding into recession amid government shutdown?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the US economy is showing signs of weakness, but it has avoided a recession predicted by many experts six months ago.
You can soon buy prescription drugs from Amazon's vending machines
Amazon is set to revolutionize the way people access their medications by introducing vending machines stocked with prescription drugs.
Why J&J has been fined $966M in the US
Johnson & Johnson has been ordered by a Los Angeles jury to pay $966 million to the family of a woman who died from mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer.
Why GM, Ford could lose grants worth billions in US
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has proposed cutting billions in federal funding, a move that could impact several promising start-ups and major automakers like Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis.
Indian man's US visa revoked after carrying perfume labeled 'opium'
An Indian-origin man in the United States, Kapil Raghu, is battling to get his visa reinstated after a misunderstanding involving a perfume bottle labeled "Opium."
Indian-origin manager shot dead after asking man, 'Are you alright?'
An Indian-origin motel manager, Rakesh Ehagaban, was shot dead in the United States of America in Pittsburgh's Robinson Township on Friday.
Russia remains India's top oil supplier despite US pressure
India's crude oil imports from Russia fell slightly in September, but the country still accounted for over a third of India's total oil purchases.
'We'll deport you': ICE will target Bad Bunny's SuperBowl show
Corey Lewandowski, a former campaign manager to Donald Trump, has revealed that US immigration agents will be at the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show featuring Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny.
US considering Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles: JD Vance
The United States is mulling over Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles, US Vice President JD Vance has said.
This Indian pharma company faces US tariffs on patented drugs
The United States has announced a 100% tariff on branded and patented pharmaceutical products from October 1, which could affect imports of such drugs.
North Carolina restaurant shooting leaves at least 3 dead
A gunman opened fire on Saturday night at the American Fish Company restaurant in Southport, North Carolina, in the United States of America.
Emerging-market stocks down for 7 consecutive sessions: What's the reason?
Emerging-market currencies and stocks have taken a major hit this week, with MSCI's EM currency index falling by 0.2%, its seventh consecutive session of losses.
Citizenship rules for green card holders: What changes from October?
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced major changes to the naturalization process for green card holders applying for citizenship.
India seeks US tariff relief, offers corn and energy imports
India and the US are currently in the process of negotiating a trade deal.
High US tariffs pose risk to India's growth: Crisil
The high tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods could be a major risk to India's growth, according to a recent report by Crisil Intelligence.
'Hand for dad...': Man confesses on TV about killing parents
A 53-year-old man from Albany, New York, United States, has confessed to killing his parents and burying their bodies in the backyard of their home.
'It's false': Musk reacts to being named in Epstein files
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been named in newly released documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and financier.
Gamemaker EA might be sold for $50B next week
Electronic Arts (EA), the video game publisher behind popular franchises like FIFA and Battlefield, is said to be in advanced talks for a private acquisition.
US economy grows at 3.8%, fastest pace in two years
The US economy grew at an annualized rate of 3.8% in the April-June quarter, government data released on Thursday showed.
Who's Agastya Goel, the Indian-origin physics prodigy honored by Trump
Agastya Goel, a 17-year-old Indian-origin student, is part of the United States Physics Team that won all five gold medals at the 2025 International Physics Olympiad in Paris.
Chinese hackers hit US software, law firms in cyber campaign
A group of suspected Chinese hackers has targeted US software developers and law firms in a sophisticated intelligence-gathering campaign, cybersecurity firm Mandiant has revealed.
How SIM farm found near UN headquarters threatens telecom networks
The US Secret Service has uncovered a major network of "SIM farms" in New York City, just as world leaders are meeting at the United Nations.
Two US giants appoint Indian-origin CEOs as H-1B debate intensifies
In a significant development, T-Mobile and Molson Coors have appointed Indian-origin executives as their new CEOs.
This baseball league will use robot umpires from next season
Major League Baseball (MLB) has announced that it will start using robot umpires from the 2026 season.
OpenAI is building 5 data centers for $500B Stargate project
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced plans to build five new artificial intelligence (AI) data centers in the US.