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Ex-Meta executive to testify that firm helped China in AI
Former Meta executive, Sarah Wynn-Williams, is set to testify before the US Congress over her allegations against the social media giant.
Meghan doesn't think US tariffs will affect 'As ever' products
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, launched her lifestyle brand, As ever, with a collection of eight products on April 2.
69% of CEOs predict recession due to Trump's tariffs: Survey
According to a recent CNBC survey, an alarming 69% of CEOs expect an impending recession in the US.
India's GDP calculation is flawed, says Hotmail founder Sabeer Bhatia
Sabeer Bhatia, the co-founder of Hotmail, has raised concerns over how India measures its economic growth.
US student visa revoked? Here's what Indians can do next
In a recent development, the US Department of State has canceled over 300 student and exchange visitor visas.
Germany urges EU to deploy 'anti-coercion' tool against US tariffs
Germany has called on the European Union (EU) to consider deploying its strongest weapon, the "anti-coercion instrument," against US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
What is India VIX and how it reflects market turmoil
India's volatility index (India VIX), or business fear gauge, has surged over 59% to 21.94 today.
After US, EU urges India to remove car import tariffs
As part of a trade agreement, the European Union (EU) is urging the Indian government to remove high tariffs on car imports.
Palestinian-American teenager killed by Israeli forces in West Bank
Israeli soldiers shot dead a 14-year-old Palestinian-American boy, Omar Muhammad Saadeh Rabee, during a counterterrorism operation in the West Bank town of Turmus Ayya, Palestinian officials said.
Trump's tariffs are bad but these Indian sectors may gain
India's exports to the US are expected to fall by $5.76 billion (6.41%) in 2025 due to tariffs imposed with the Donald Trump administration, a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has found.
US: iPhone blamed for including journalist in classified military chats
A recent incident involving the US government's use of Signal, an encrypted messaging app, has sparked controversy.
Why H-1B visa holders should not leave US right now
H-1B visa holders in the US are facing a unique challenge this year: top tech companies are advising employees to limit international travel.
Indian toy industry to benefit from US tariffs on rivals
India's toy industry is preparing to capitalize on high US tariffs on rival nations such as China and Vietnam.
Failed H-1B lottery? Indians can try for these visas instead
Results have been declared for the 2026 H-1B visa lottery, leaving many hopefuls dejected. Demand has once again exceeded supply.
Musk-led DOGE hosting hackathon for easier access to taxpayer data
Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the US is gearing up to hold a hackathon next week.
Immigration ombudsman aiding H-1B, Green Card applicants disbanded: What's next?
The Donald Trump administration has dissolved the Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Ombudsman, an important oversight body that played a key role in helping immigrants facing visa-related issues.
Trump effect: IRS to fire 20,000 employees in the US
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the US has announced mass job cuts, reducing its workforce by up to 25%. This will affect almost 20,000 employees.
Woman serving life for dismembering boyfriend attacks her lawyer
Taylor Schabusiness, a convicted murderer serving life for the brutal dismemberment of her boyfriend, has reportedly assaulted her defense lawyer during a court hearing in Wisconsin, United States of America.
US has begun collecting Trump's 10% tariff on all imports
US customs agents have started enforcing President Donald Trump's unilateral 10% tariff on all imports from several countries.
Meta to terminate fact-checking in US from Monday
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, has announced the end of its fact-checking operations in the US from Monday.
Green Card application rules changed: How it affects married couples
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant changes in the Green Card application process for married couples.
Trump offers TikTok another 75 days to find US buyer
US President Donald Trump has decided to extend the deadline for a potential TikTok ban in the country by another 75 days.
US leads global AI tool usage, followed by India
The US led the world in web traffic to artificial intelligence (AI) tools, with an astonishing 17.46 billion visits last year.
Why Conan O'Brien attended Kennedy Center event despite Trump takeover
Comedian Conan O'Brien recently defended his decision to attend the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain event last month, amid the controversy of President Donald Trump's overhaul of the arts center.
Apple's shares staring at worst drop in 5 years
Technology stocks took a major hit after US President Donald Trump announced global tariffs.
Is US headed for a recession? Experts believe so
After US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports, Dow futures plunged 963 points, or 2.3%.
What made Joe Rogan criticize Donald Trump
Podcast host and staunch Donald Trump supporter Joe Rogan left his listeners stunned recently when he spoke against the US President.
US mayor resigns after 'accidentally' sending masturbation video to attorney
Tom Ross has resigned as mayor of Minot, North Dakota, after texting a video of himself masturbating on his lunch break to a city attorney in January.
Traveling outside US? Every document US visa holders must carry
If you are a US visa holder and traveling abroad (to say India), you need to prepare well, especially regarding documentation.
Prosecutors seek death penalty for UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione
United States prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering Brian Thompson, UnitedHealthcare's CEO.
Neil Young fears US ban after criticizing Donald Trump
Renowned musician Neil Young fears he may be barred from the United States due to recent trends affecting individuals who have criticized former President Donald Trump.
After PhonePe and Zepto, Dream11 parent shifts domicile to India
Dream Sports, the parent company of fantasy sports platform Dream11, has officially changed its domicile from Delaware, US, to India.
TikTok's US sale will be completed before April 5: Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that a deal for the sale of TikTok's operations in the country will be finalized before the April 5 deadline.
Gold tops ₹92,100 amid Trump tariffs and geopolitical fears
Gold prices have hit record highs, crossing $3,100 per ounce for the first time.
US revoking F-1 visas. Should Indian students be worried?
Hundreds of overseas students, including Indians, have been asked to leave the US.
H-1B visa lottery results out: What should Indians do next?
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has started announcing results for the FY 2026 H-1B visa lottery.
Denmark rebuffs JD Vance's criticism of its support for Greenland
Denmark has hit back at United States Vice President JD Vance's recent criticism of its support for Greenland.
Weight-loss drug Mounjaro's sale begins in India—Who is it for?
US-based pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly recently launched its weight loss drug Mounjaro in India. Tirzepatide is the generic name, the active pharmaceutical ingredient.
US: Over 2M Honda cars under investigation for engine malfunctions
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an engineering analysis of more than 2.2 million Honda vehicles.
Acid rain threat increased by Trump's policies, warns leading expert
Gene Likens, the scientist who first discovered acidic rainwater in North America, has raised alarms about the potential return of toxic acid rain.