US Hikes Visa Premium Processing Fees from March 1
USCIS announces increased premium processing fees for H-1B, L-1, OPT, and green card applications effective March 1. Indian professionals and students to be significantly impacted. Details inside.
USCIS announces increased premium processing fees for H-1B, L-1, OPT, and green card applications effective March 1. Indian professionals and students to be significantly impacted. Details inside.
USCIS announces higher premium processing fees for H-1B, L-1, F-1 OPT, and other key visas effective March 2026. Indian professionals and students will be significantly impacted. Get the details.
Fee revision panel rejects appeals by three Ahmedabad private schools, upholds FRC-approved fees for 2024-27. Schools may refund Rs 5-8 crore excess fees collected.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren launched the Abua Dishom Budget Portal & app, inviting public suggestions for the state budget until Jan 17. Top contributors will be honoured.
Delhi High Court grants schools more time to set up fee committees and submit hike proposals. The court refuses to stay the new fee regulation law, seeks response from DoE and LG. Next hearing on March 12.
Delhi High Court refuses to stay new fee regulation law for private schools but extends deadlines. Committees must be formed by Jan 20. Key details inside.
Odisha FC has until 5 PM Friday to confirm ISL participation after listing demands. AIFF says terms are non-negotiable. League set for Feb 14 start with all 14 teams.
Delhi High Court declines full stay on 2025 school fee regulation law, grants private schools limited deadline extensions. PSPLS plans Supreme Court appeal.
Delhi High Court extends deadlines for school fee regulation committees as private schools challenge the constitutional validity of the new 2025 fee transparency law. Key dates pushed to Jan 20 & Feb 5.
A new report reveals a stark gap between women's education and employment in India. Only 34-37% of female graduates are employable, with pay gaps and low leadership roles hindering economic growth.
UP government hikes development fee in Ghaziabad by over 66% to Rs 4,170/sqm, the steepest rise in the state. The move will increase costs for developers and homebuyers, pushing up property prices.
After decades of gains, American women are leaving the labour force. The Economist explores if it's a social shift or a demographic baby boom. Read the analysis.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini launches 'Haryana Budget Janbhagidari' portal, enabling citizens to submit budget suggestions in Haryanvi, Hindi & English. A step towards participatory governance.
Ajmer Municipal Corporation, PRIA, and locals join hands to restore TT College & Malusar Baoris. A model for water conservation and community participation. Read more.
BJP's Suvendu Adhikari writes to Chief Election Commissioner, stating West Bengal embraced Systematic Voters' Education as a beacon against TMC's alleged poll malfeasance. Read the full story.
Indian women are increasingly joining the retail sector for visibility and professional opportunities. Explore the benefits and challenges of this trend shaping the labour market.
In a historic shift, 14 women are contesting open seats in Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, challenging male dominance. Will this confidence translate into seats? Read more.
F1 drivers face massive super license fees for 2026, with champion Lando Norris paying $1.2 million. New FIA rules and pre-season testing details revealed. Read more.
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty's historic success, badminton doubles entries in India have skyrocketed by up to 70%. Discover how champions are reshaping the sport's grassroots landscape nationwide.
NYC Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani appoints Tascha Van Auken to lead the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement, aiming to shape policies with public feedback. Read about the new participatory governance model.
Rajasthan government receives 25,000+ online suggestions for 2026-27 state budget. Public participation aims to shape a 'leading and developed Rajasthan'. Submit your ideas by Jan 10.
Stephen Curry will miss the Warriors' clash with the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder due to a left ankle sprain. Get the full injury report, team impact, and return timeline.
Indian Super League clubs push back against AIFF's request to confirm participation and proposed fee of Rs 1 crore, potentially rising to Rs 2.5 crore for a shortened season. Read the full story.
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.
The All India Football Federation has asked ISL clubs to confirm their participation for the upcoming season. The federation must submit reports to the sports ministry by January 2. Get the latest updates here.
Kerala's Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 aims to help workers, but does flexible work truly ease women's burdens? Explore the complex reality of digitalisation, unpaid care work, and needed structural support.
Mangaluru's pre-budget consultation saw dismal public participation. Citizens expressed frustration as past suggestions were ignored. Key issues like revenue collection and waste management were raised.
Mangaluru police chief urges students, parents & religious leaders to join forces against drugs. 25 peddlers arrested in a week. Learn how the city plans to become drug-free.
Mangaluru City Corporation invites citizens, RWAs, and NGOs to a public consultation on Monday to shape the 2026-27 budget. Share your voice!
Centre expresses disappointment as Maharashtra lags in Pariksha Pe Charcha 9 registrations. State officials instructed to boost participation to meet 65 lakh target. Details inside.