US visa applicants in India face routine 221(g) notices due to mandatory social media vetting, causing delays. Immigration attorney Steven Brown explains the process and offers a checklist to navigate the 'administrative processing'.
Millions of Americans will see larger Social Security checks in 2026 due to a 2.8% COLA increase. Learn about the new payment dates, tax limits, and how much more you'll get.
Secure Nation Expo 2026, India's leading homeland security exhibition, is scheduled for February 4-6 in Greater Noida. Discover cutting-edge tech and strategic insights. Read more.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar launches IITM Global Research Foundation. Initiative to establish IIT Madras as a globally networked hub with centres in US, Dubai, Malaysia, Germany. Read more.
From the wars in Ukraine & Gaza to climate crises & AI disruption, explore the powerful global headwinds set to define 2024's geopolitical and economic landscape. Understand the challenges ahead.
The US Social Security Administration has published the official SSDI payment schedule for January 2026. Learn the key factors determining your deposit date and stay updated.
The US Embassy in India issued a warning on illegal immigration, sparking backlash as thousands face H-1B visa appointment delays. Read about the social media vetting and the chaos it has caused.
Global architects of growth converge in New Delhi for ICSME 2025, strategizing India's developed nation vision and a sustainable global economy. Explore the key insights.
Major 2025 H-1B visa reforms: $100,000 fee for some petitions, mandatory social media checks, and end of random lottery. Learn how these changes impact Indian professionals and employers. Get expert guidance now!
Millions of US Social Security & SSI beneficiaries to receive three payments in December 2025, plus a 2.8% COLA increase effective Dec 31. Check new payment dates and amounts.
New US social media checks for H-1B visa applicants cause chaos, leading to massive delays and rescheduled appointments until 2026. Learn about DS-160 and DS-5535 forms.
Stricter US immigration checks, including social media vetting, are causing deep anxiety for Indian professionals and students. Experts reveal common mistakes to avoid for H-1B, H-4, and F-1 visa applicants to prevent delays or rejections.
Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Kapur clarifies security deployment is strictly based on threat perception, not for status. Details on the state's professional approach to VIP protection.
Delhi Police conducts large-scale verification drives and deploys extensive security measures across the capital to ensure safety during New Year and Republic Day celebrations. Read more.
In his Mann Ki Baat address, PM Modi highlighted India's growing global influence in 2025, citing achievements in tech, space, and diplomacy. Read the full analysis.
Kathua SSP assesses security in Billawar & Malhar's tough terrain ahead of New Year 2026. Read about the preparedness drive in J&K's mountainous belts.
The US State Department now requires H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to keep social media profiles public. Learn how this impacts Indian professionals and their families.
US tightens visa screening for all H-1B/H-4 applicants with social media vetting, causing massive delays. Thousands of Indian professionals stranded. Apply early and expect long waits.
Thousands of Indian H-1B holders are stranded in India after visa appointments were deferred by 6+ months due to new social media vetting. CEO Vijay Thirumalai calls the situation 'brutal' and advises pursuing a Green Card.
A high-level joint security exercise was conducted in Srinagar to strengthen the security grid and counter potential terror threats. Read about the coordinated efforts of J&K Police, CRPF, and Army.
The US Embassy clarifies that all H-1B and H-4 visa applications undergo global security vetting. This impacts Indian professionals and families. Learn the details and process here.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after a new US social media vetting policy delays renewals. Learn about the policy change and its impact on appointments.
A security lapse occurred during CM Yogi Adityanath's Gorakhpur visit as a cow strayed near his vehicle. An official suspended. Details on the probe and past incidents.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded in India after US consulates abruptly cancelled their renewal appointments, rescheduling them months later due to enhanced social media vetting. Read about the impact and uncertainty.
PM Narendra Modi launches the WHO-backed Traditional Medicine Global Library, a digital hub for Ayurveda & yoga research. A major step for evidence-based global healthcare integration.
Ashwagandha, a key Ayurvedic herb, took center stage at the 2nd WHO Global Traditional Medicine Summit in New Delhi. Experts discussed integrating traditional herbs into modern healthcare with scientific evidence. Read more.
WHO's second global summit in India focuses on integrating evidence-based traditional medicine into global health. Experts aim to bridge ancient wisdom with modern science for universal health coverage.
H-1B visa delays due to social media vetting leave Indians stranded. Experts advise keeping your job at all costs, as finding a new one could cost a company $100,000. Learn the critical steps to take now.
US visa delays due to social media vetting leave H-1B holders stranded in India. Experts advise keeping your job to avoid a $100,000 fee for new sponsorship. Read crucial advice.
New US social media vetting from Dec 15 leads to 221(g) slips for all visa applicants, causing major delays. Indian H-1B professionals are stuck, fearing job loss. Read the full impact.