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"If tariffs are tax on goods, toll on H-1B is tax on trust": Ex-Indian Dip
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Former Indian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Syed Akbaruddin has criticised the US's steep H-1B visa fee hike as a "tax on trust", warning that it undermines the mutual benefits of the programme and risks eroding goodwill between India and the United States.
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"Extremely undiplomatic": South Asia analyst Kugelman slams Trump's UNGA a
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman has sharply criticised US President Donald Trump's address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, describing it as "extremely undiplomatic" and reflective of the lack of progress in India-US relations, which has seen its fair share
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At UNGA, Zelenskyy questions UN's effectiveness, says "weapons decide who
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking at the UN General Assembly, questioned the body's effectiveness, saying conflicts like Gaza, Syria, and Ukraine show its failures. He stressed that "weapons decide who survives," voicing frustration over US aid delays, and criticised Russi
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China slammed for fireworks spectacle on fragile Tibetan Plateau
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang's fireworks show in Tibet, backed by Arc'Teryx, sparked backlash over ecological harm. Critics warned of pollution, debris, and wildlife disruption on the fragile plateau. Both Cai and Arc'Teryx apologised, pledging assessments and restoration, but doubts remain o
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Charting the Path to a Robust Digital Backbone for Viksit Bharat
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 24: The highly anticipated Bharat Digital Infra Summit 2025 took place on September 23, 2025, bringing together top policymakers, industry leaders, and technology innovators. The summit focused on accelerating the country's vision for a robust and inclusive digit
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My Legal Pal Empowers Startups with Expert Legal Solutions in AI, Tech, IP
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 24: My Legal Pal, an innovative online legal services platform, is reshaping how startups and emerging businesses across India access reliable, specialized legal support. Since launch, the platform has served over 1,000 startups and enterprises, offering swift an
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Trump meets UN chief Guterres, reaffirms US support for UN's peace efforts
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, with both leaders emphasising the critical role of the UN in fostering global peace.
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"Has our CM ever spoken with pride about any Central govt scheme?": Nainar
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran on Wednesday criticised Chief Minister MK Stalin over the GST reforms, stating that he never appreciates schemes of the Central Government and that GST decisions are made with the consent of all states.
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Bridging Fitness and Medicine: Manipal Hospitals' 'Know Your Doctor' Sessi
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 24: Fitness isn't just about hitting the gym; it begins with knowing whether one is healthy enough to take on that journey. Manipal Hospital Varthur Road hosted a session titled 'Together in Health' where they highlighted the importance of integrating
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DK Shivakumar blames previous BJP govt for potholes on Bengaluru roads
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday blamed the previous BJP government in the State for the potholes on roads. His remarks came amid mounting criticism from opposition parties and members of civil society for the alleged lack of road maintenance in Bengaluru, result
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Geneva: Bangladesh interim government criticised for downplaying religious
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
He highlighted that in the immediate aftermath of Hasina's ouster, hundreds of Hindu homes, businesses, and temples were vandalised across the country, disproportionately impacting the minority community, which constitutes about 8 per cent of Bangladesh's population. Over 2,000 incidents, in
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"Why Indian-American diaspora has been so silent": Shashi Tharoor raises c
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
He highlighted the surprising silence of the Indian-American diaspora on critical issues affecting India-US relations. During the meeting, a congresswoman shared that she hadn't received a single call from Indian-American voters urging policy changes, prompting Tharoor to urge the diaspor
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