$100k H-1B Fee to Hit Indian IT Firms Hard: Report
A new $100,000 fee for H-1B hires from outside the US could cost TCS, Infosys, and Cognizant billions. Explore the impact on India's IT outsourcing industry and the future of skilled worker visas.
A new $100,000 fee for H-1B hires from outside the US could cost TCS, Infosys, and Cognizant billions. Explore the impact on India's IT outsourcing industry and the future of skilled worker visas.
Srirangapatna Bird Sanctuary in Mandya witnesses a higher influx of migratory birds this season, with over 2,700 birds from 32 species recorded. Ideal weather and water levels create perfect habitat. Plan your visit during the peak season from Dec 20 to J
Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport charges Rs 600 UDF, India's 3rd highest. With IndiGo cutting capacity by 10%, passengers face soaring airfares and limited seats. Learn how this impacts your travel budget.
UPERC proposes a lumpsum fee for new electricity connections, ending corruption-prone estimates. Final approval expected Dec 18. Get details on new transparent charges.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation proposes major hike in licence fees for hotels, restaurants, and nursing homes from April 2026. Public objections invited. Read details.
Kanpur Institute of Technology students vandalised campus & set conference room on fire after failed fee talks. Police & fire brigade controlled the situation. Details inside.
A new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas threatens to worsen California's severe teacher shortage, sparking a legal battle and debate over foreign hires in schools. Read the full story.
Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University grapples with a Rs 10 crore student fee debt from affiliated colleges, threatening admissions and exams. Read about the financial challenge.
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
Tamil Nadu Transport Minister S S Sivasankar vows to legally resolve three key demands of lorry owners, including fee hikes, ahead of a nationwide protest on December 9. Read the full story.
Haveri's National Lok Adalat on Dec 13 aims to resolve pending cases via compromise. Get court fee refunds & 50% fine concessions on MV Act cases. Save time and money.
Trump administration removes Martin Luther King Jr Day & Juneteenth from national park fee-free days, adds President Trump's birthday. New 'America-first' pricing hikes fees for international visitors.
Metaview AI's co-founder Shahriar Tajbakhsh calls the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee a 'rounding error'. The firm continues hiring in India, stating AI won't build itself. Read more.
The National Park Service faces backlash for removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from 2026 free-entry days, adding Flag Day which coincides with Donald Trump's birthday. Details on the new 'America-first' fees inside.
The US introduces a new $5,000 fee for migrants without legal status and a 'holiday deal' offering free flights and $1000 for self-deportation. Get the latest details on the Trump administration's immigration rules.
US Border Patrol announces a $5,000 apprehension fee for illegal immigrants aged 14 and older. New policy part of Trump administration's sweeping border crackdown. Details inside.
Travel platform ixigo announces full refund of convenience & assured fees for passengers hit by IndiGo's mass cancellations from Dec 3-8, 2025. Get details here.
Travel aggregator ixigo announces full refund of convenience and assured fees for all passengers affected by IndiGo flight cancellations between December 3 and 8, 2025. Learn the details.
IndiGo announces a full fee waiver for cancellations and rescheduling, apologizing for recent operational disruptions. The airline is taking steps to address passenger concerns.
KSU leader Simjo Samuel Zachariah demands Kerala University VC review the 'unjustifiable' fine of Rs 400 for delayed registration. Read about the student concerns and the call for a reasonable fee structure.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation intensifies its drive, sealing 13 hospitals in the city's eastern part for operating without mandatory Building Use permission. Details inside.
Aligarh Muslim University forms committee to investigate students who allegedly didn't pay fees after the university switched from manual to online payment during Covid-19.
A recent Bengaluru court order on maintenance fee payments for apartment owners has ignited a major debate between residents' welfare associations and property owners. Learn the details and implications.
Paramount Skydance hikes its breakup fee to $5 billion to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, signaling confidence against Netflix and Comcast. The winner could be chosen in weeks.
A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.
Bengaluru cab drivers plan protest against Kempegowda Airport's new overstaying fee. From Dec 8, only 8 mins free. They demand 15 mins for pickups. Details inside.
A TDSAT ruling on airport tariff calculation could force Delhi & Mumbai airports to recover over Rs 50,000 crore from passengers, potentially causing a massive surge in airfares. The Supreme Court hears the case today.
Kempegowda Airport will charge private vehicles Rs 150-300 for arrival pickups starting December 8. Know the new timings and fees to avoid surprises.
Kempegowda Airport in Bengaluru will reintroduce entry charges for private vehicles picking up arrivals from December 8, 2025. Fees are Rs 150 for 8-13 mins and Rs 300 for 13-18 mins. Plan your trip.
US TSA announces a $45 fee for air travellers without REAL ID-compliant documents starting February 1. Learn about exemptions, accepted IDs, and the 2005 law behind the stricter norms.