The United States suspends processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Pakistan, citing review of public charge provisions.
The United States has paused immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries indefinitely starting January 2026. The move affects permanent residency seekers.
The US State Department will indefinitely suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting January 21, targeting low-income foreigners as part of Trump's expanded travel ban.
The US State Department suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges. New screening rules target health, age, finances, and English proficiency.
The US State Department suspends visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges from entering America. The indefinite pause starts January 21.
The United States suspends visa processing for citizens of 75 countries indefinitely. The move targets applicants likely to use public benefits.
Congress and NSUI protest MGNREGA repeal in Varanasi; police lathi-charge, arrest over 100. MP Sharma links BJP to forces that killed Gandhi. Read the full story.
Patriots WR Stefon Diggs faces felony charges as his arraignment is delayed until after Super Bowl LX. His mother speaks out as team focuses on Wild Card game.
A 17-year-old girl's suicide in Bhopal has led to a rape case after the post-mortem report confirmed sexual assault. Police are searching for the unidentified accused.
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh condemns police action on NSUI's peaceful 'Save MGNREGA' march in PM Modi's constituency. Congress stages nationwide protests against new VB-G RAM G Act.
Uttar Pradesh police used force against MGNREGA Bachao protesters in Lucknow. Congress condemns the Yogi Adityanath government for the brutal lathi-charge on demanding workers.
India's consumer watchdog CCPA takes action against 27 eateries for unfair service charge levy. Fines up to Rs 50,000 imposed. Know your rights and how to get a refund.
A land ownership dispute in Hyderabad's Ghatkesar escalated into a violent clash between two groups on Saturday. Police used lathi charge to control the situation. Four people were injured. Read the full story.
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs states mandatory service charges violate consumer rights. Patrons can refuse to pay, and entry cannot be denied. Learn your rights now.
India's CCPA cracks down on 27 restaurants for unfair service charge practices. Fines up to Rs 50,000 levied, refunds ordered. Know your consumer rights.
Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor arrives as Taliban's charge d'affaires in Delhi, assures Indian staffers. India engages pragmatically while withholding official recognition of the regime. Read the full story.
India's consumer watchdog, CCPA, has taken action against 27 restaurants for illegally levying service charges. Know your rights and how to file a complaint.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown allowed to travel to Tampa amid ongoing attempted murder case. Judge overrules prosecutors' objections. Details on the hearing, charges, and self-defense claim inside.
A Delhi court has ordered framing of charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav, Tejashwi Yadav, and others in the land-for-job scam case. The CBI report states five of the 103 accused have died. Read the latest developments.
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein may plead guilty to a rape charge to avoid a third trial. The judge has given his lawyers two weeks to decide. Read the latest developments.
Punjab government reshuffles municipal leadership. Five commissioners, including Jalandhar's, get additional charge of other cities. Details on the new appointments and their implications.
US military seizes Venezuela's President Maduro. Trump declares America 'in charge', sparking global fears of further interventions in Latin America. Read the full analysis.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
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Delhi High Court asks CBI to respond to Lalu Prasad Yadav's plea challenging charge framing in the IRCTC case. Justice Sharma refuses to stay trial. Latest updates here.
Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez invites US cooperation after Maduro's capture. Trump asserts US control. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
ED submits charge sheet in Bengal illegal sand mining case, revealing Rs 145 crore irregularities. 14 companies & 4 individuals named. Next hearing on Monday. Get the full story.
Kamrup court postpones Zubeen Garg case charge hearing to Jan 17. Prosecution cites 12,000-page chargesheet. Four accused file bail, wife seeks fast-track trial. Key updates inside.
CBI files final charge sheet in Kolkata municipal jobs scam, alleging 600 fake appointments. State official Jyotishman Chattopadhyay and Ayan Sil's firm named. Details inside.