Impact of H-1B visa hike to be minimum on Indian IT firms: Report

Impact of H-1B visa hike to be minimum on Indian IT firms: Report

Historically, visa-related challenges have stemmed more from executive actions than legislative changes, with cost pressures already rising in earlier phases of visa tightening. Importantly, supply-side disruptions tend to be more damaging in high-growth environments – conditions that are not currently in play. Sep 23, 2025
'India witnessing revolution in public healthcare': PM Modi on 7 years of Ayushman Bharat

'India witnessing revolution in public healthcare': PM Modi on 7 years of Ayushman Bharat

PM Modi took to his social media platform X and said, "Today we mark #7YearsOfAyushmanBharat! This was an initiative that anticipated the needs of the future and focussed on ensuring top quality as well as affordable healthcare for people. Thanks to it, India is witnessing a revolution in public healthcare. It has ensured financial protection and dignity. India has shown how scale, compassion and technology can further human empowerment." Sep 23, 2025
After meeting EAM Jaishankar, Marco Rubio declares India 'critical' to US

After meeting EAM Jaishankar, Marco Rubio declares India 'critical' to US

After he met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday, "reiterating that India is a relationship of critical importance to the United States", Rubio "expressed his appreciation for the Indian government's continued engagement on a number of issues including trade, defense, energy, pharmaceuticals, critical minerals, and other items related to the bilateral relationship", the Department said in a readout of their meeting. Sep 23, 2025
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Floods, cloudbursts devastate Jammu: Over 12,000 houses damaged, 150 lives lost

The recent floods and cloudbursts in the Jammu region have left a trail of devastation, with over 4,200 houses completely destroyed and more than 8,600 partially damaged. According to official data, 150 people lost their lives, 178 were injured, and 33 remain missing, with Kishtwar recording the highest casualties. Sep 23, 2025
Reviving tourism, rebuilding hope in J&K post Pahalgam terror attack

Reviving tourism, rebuilding hope in J&K post Pahalgam terror attack

Besides the tourists showing renewed interest in Kashmir's picturesque and sprawling locations, the government's efforts towards rekindling hope among the local population and determination to restore normalcy in the Valley with modern infrastructure, speaks a lot about its focus and resolve. Sep 22, 2025