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US says 'no big changes' in H-1B visa regime: Good news for Indians?

A top US diplomat has indicated "no big changes in the H-1B programme and nothing new on H-4." What does this mean for Indian holders of these visas in the US?

Jun 6, 2018

Wondering what degree to pursue? Head to India's first sports university in Manipur

The main objective of India's first sports university at Imphal, Manipur is to provide quality sports education to its students and act as a boost to sports-related activities in India.

Jun 2, 2018

Small Hydropower Projects in the Western Ghats

Clean energy projects can drive fish species to extinction, says study

The study, which was conducted by scientists from Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), said SHPs also have a detrimental impact on the river flow and local communities.

Jun 1, 2018

71.9% of Indians want to see Narendra Modi as their PM again in 2019, says online poll

Modi is often slammed for not doing enough for job opportunities for the youth. The online poll, indeed proved it right, when 28.3 percent of the people who took the survey said that lack of employment-generation is Modi's biggest failure.

May 26, 2018

India's rank in global competitiveness improves – by one notch; USA returns to top spot

IMD World Competitiveness Center's global competitive rankings are based on various parameters in diverse areas. India, which slipped to 45th rank in 2017, has now climbed to 44th rank. A total of 63 countries were assessed.

May 24, 2018

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Modi govt to turn 4 on May 26, Congress to observe it as 'Betrayal Day'

Ashok Gehlot and the communications in-charge of Congress, Randeep Surjewala, have released posters in Hindi and English for the protest called 'India Betrayed campaign', which will be launched on May 26.

May 24, 2018

Domestic help killed in Delhi for demanding salary, chopped up body found in drain

The girl's body was found in a drain in outer Delhi on May 4, and the police have now arrested one of the killers. The accused, Manjeet Karketa, was a part of the group that brought the victim to Delhi. Others are said to be absconding.

May 21, 2018

India to get Asia's longest bi-directional pass; here's why Zojila tunnel is important to Kashmir

The Zojila tunnel, the longest bi-directional tunnel in Asia, will provide all-weather connectivity between Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar, Kargil and Leh.

May 20, 2018

Land acquisition woes thwart India's mega refinery plan with Saudi Aramco

Thousands of farmers oppose the refinery and are refusing to surrender land, fearing it could damage a region famed for its Alphonso mangoes, vast cashew plantations and fishing hamlets that boast bountiful catches of seafood.

May 17, 2018

Delhi to become world's most populous city by 2028 surpassing Tokyo: Here's why

According to a report by Population Division of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), two-thirds of people in the world will be living in cities and will be mainly concentrated in three countries - India, China, and Nigeria by 2050.

May 17, 2018

Was porn star Farrah Abraham's wardrobe malfunction at Cannes 2018 caused on purpose? [Photos]

Farrah Abraham dropped a few jaws when she flashed her crotch at a fashion show in Cannes 2018.

May 16, 2018

Karnataka assembly elections results: Top 8 contenders for CM post

With most of the opinion polls predicting a fractured verdict, Karnataka elections 2018 is no longer a three-pronged battle between Siddaramaih (Congress), BS Yeddyurappa (BJP) and HD Kumaraswamy (JDS). Here are five others in race to become the next CM.

May 14, 2018

Troll booked for offensive tweets against Kashmiri women; sparks outrage on social media [Updated]

The abusive tweets and handle were deleted shortly after they sparked outrage among Twitter users, but screenshots of the hate-speech were widely circulated in a matter of minutes.

May 12, 2018

Karnataka Assembly Elections 2018: Voting concludes, counting to take place on May 15

According to the official website of Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka, 52.40 percent voter turnout was recorded till 3 pm and 33.42 percent voter turnout had been recorded till 1 pm.

May 11, 2018

Udit Raj asks how does dining at dalit homes fulfil their aspirations

Udit Raj's statement comes at a time when UP chief minister Yogi Aditynath is trying to appease dalit people to vote for BJP in 2019 Lok Sabha Polls. The CM had recently spent a night in a Dalit village and ate his meals at a Dalit's house in his state.

May 5, 2018

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