United States of America: News
18 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS: Social media of Gaza-linked visa applicants to be reviewed
The Donald Trump administration has ordered a social media review for all US visa applicants with connections to the Gaza Strip, according to a State Department cable obtained by Reuters.
17 Apr 2025
Social MediaWant to get US visa? Avoid these social media posts
Securing a US visa involves various challenges beyond documentation.
17 Apr 2025
Layoff NewsWhy US firm Fannie Mae fired 200 Indian-American staffers
In a major internal restructuring, Fannie Mae, one of the top US federal mortgage companies, has laid off 700 employees.
17 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS car sales witness biggest spike in 2 years
Car sales in the United States have witnessed a major spike, the largest since January 2023.
17 Apr 2025
Box Office'Thunderbolts' IMAX tickets sell out within an hour
Tickets for early IMAX screenings of Marvel's upcoming film, Thunderbolts, have sold out in less than an hour.
17 Apr 2025
WorldSix nurses on same floor of hospital develop brain tumors
A mysterious health crisis has hit Massachusetts's Newton-Wellesley Hospital in the United States of America: six nurses have been diagnosed with brain tumors.
17 Apr 2025
ChinaBuy goods from Temu, Shein? Get ready to pay more
Chinese fast-fashion giants Temu and Shein have warned their US customers about imminent price hikes. This is because of the steep tariffs on Chinese imports imposed by US President Donald Trump.
17 Apr 2025
DeepSeekTrump administration wants to ban DeepSeek in the US: Report
The US government is considering penalties on China's DeepSeek, The New York Times reported.
16 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMillionaires may soon have to pay more taxes in US
Republican leaders in the US are eyeing a new tax bracket for high-income earners.
16 Apr 2025
WorkplaceEmployees are willing to sacrifice salary, vacation for remote work
Despite companies tightening their grip on remote work policies, employees are increasingly expressing a desire to continue working from home.
16 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaUS: Why tech workers on H-1B visa are at risk
Indian tech workers in the US, mostly H-1B visa holders, are facing heightened uncertainty amid a wave of layoffs.
16 Apr 2025
Travel And TourismNobody wants to visit US, hence it may lose $20B
The US is witnessing a major economic blow in the form of a sharp decline in foreign tourism.
16 Apr 2025
EuropeToilet paper, eye makeup might become costlier in EU
The European Union (EU) has warned of retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods, such as toilet paper, soybeans, eye makeup, etc.
16 Apr 2025
IndiaNew biometric rule for US visas: How it affects Indians
The latest biometric registration rule by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has left Indian nationals in the country confused.
16 Apr 2025
ChinaSome Chinese goods face 245% tariffs—Here's the math behind it
A recent White House fact sheet has caused confusion over US tariffs on Chinese goods, with some reports suggesting a massive 245% rate.
16 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA banned from exporting chips to China, faces $5.5B loss
NVIDIA has projected a quarterly loss of about $5.5 billion, after it was restricted from exporting its H20 graphics processing units (GPUs) to China and other select regions.
16 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpSeth Rogen's Trump roast cut from award show broadcast
Actor and comedian Seth Rogen's onstage roast of American President Donald Trump at the Breakthrough Prizes has been edited out of the awards show's official upload.
14 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA says it will manufacture AI chips in the US
NVIDIA has announced plans to manufacture artificial intelligence (AI) chips in the United States.
14 Apr 2025
ChinaCan't afford a Birkin bag? The Chinese have a solution
Chinese suppliers are offering products similar in quality to those made for high-end brands like Birkin, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Bobbi Brown on social media, but without the brands' logos.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpHedge fund billionaire warns US facing 'something worse than recession'
Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio has voiced his fears over how Donald Trump's trade policies could affect the US economy.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMarrying an American? Your Green Card now requires tougher interviews
The pathway for spouses of US citizens to enter the country with a Green Card now involves increased scrutiny.
14 Apr 2025
Federal Aviation AdministrationUS helicopter company shut down after crash kills Siemens CEO
The helicopter tour company involved in last week's crash that killed Siemens CEO Agustin Escobar and his family is closing down right away.
14 Apr 2025
IranWhat happened at the US-Iran nuclear meeting in Muscat?
Iran and the United States of America will hold indirect nuclear talks next week, with Oman acting as the mediator.
13 Apr 2025
Sun PharmaGlenmark, Sun Pharma recall products in US over manufacturing issues
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. have started recalling products in the US over manufacturing issues.
13 Apr 2025
ChinaIndian exporters benefit from US tariffs on Chinese e-commerce shipments
The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on low-value Chinese e-commerce shipments has opened a new opportunity for Indian exporters, especially those dealing in customized goods.
13 Apr 2025
HyderabadNeed US visa? These Indian cities have fastest appointment dates
The waiting time for US B1/B2 visitor visas has reduced considerably in major cities across India.
13 Apr 2025
WorldHelicopter that crashed with Siemens CEO didn't have flight recorder
All six people onboard a helicopter that crashed near Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, have been killed. Among the victims is a senior executive of Siemens AG, his wife, and three children.
13 Apr 2025
AudiWhy Audi has recalled almost 44,400 cars in the US
Audi has started recalling 44,387 vehicles in the US over a faulty digital driver display.
13 Apr 2025
IranIran, US to continue nuclear program discussions next week
Iran and the United States of America will continue discussions on Tehran's fast-moving nuclear program next week, Iranian state television announced on Saturday.
12 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpDonald Trump exempts chips, smartphones, and computers from reciprocal tariffs
US Customs and Border Protection has clarified that smartphones, computers, and chips are exempt from President Donald Trump's recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports.
12 Apr 2025
IndiaIndian living in US? Now carry an ID 24/7
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new policy.
11 Apr 2025
ChinaChina imposes 125% tariffs on US goods, escalating trade tensions
In a major escalation of its ongoing trade war with the US, China has announced an increase in tariffs on American goods to 125% starting Saturday.
11 Apr 2025
InflationGold prices hit record high of ₹93,400 per 10g
Gold prices hit all-time highs in the global and Indian markets on Friday as a wave of investors rushed to the precious metal as a safe haven amid global economic uncertainty.
11 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy US is under fire for abandoning war-torn, earthquake-ravaged Myanmar
Criticism of the United States for its perceived lack of support for Myanmar has emerged following the recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which has killed at least 3,550 people.
10 Apr 2025
WorldWho's Anurag Bajpayee, billion-dollar tech CEO exposed for frequenting brothels
Clean-water start-up Gradiant has stood by its CEO Anurag Bajpayee after he was arrested in early 2025 in a Boston-area prostitution sting operation.
09 Apr 2025
ChinaChinese shares might be delisted from US stock exchanges
In a major escalation of the ongoing US-China trade dispute, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has hinted that Chinese stocks could be removed from American exchanges.
09 Apr 2025
IndiaWhy Indian students in US might soon lose working rights
A new bill in the US Congress has sent waves of anxiety among international students, including Indians.
09 Apr 2025
ChinaWatch: AI video mocking American workers as obese goes viral
An AI-generated video has gone viral on Chinese social media, mocking US President Donald Trump's "reindustrialization" strategy to revive American factories.
09 Apr 2025
IndiaProtests, parking fines: Why your US visa might get canceled
International students in the US are at a greater risk of losing their visas than ever before.
09 Apr 2025
Donald Trump'Kissing my a—': Trump mocks countries eager for trade deals
US President Donald Trump has mocked world leaders keen to seal trade deals with the United States.
