Gig Workforce Needs Urgent Policy Framework
As grievances mount, India's gig economy requires a robust regulatory framework to ensure worker welfare. Read our analysis on the urgent need for policy intervention.
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AI Hiring Crisis: Job Market Broken for White-Collar Workers
The modern job search is broken. AI-driven hiring, a 4.6% unemployment rate, and a looming skills shortage create a perfect storm for professionals. Discover the systemic failure and its global implications.
Influencer Defends Indian Immigrants, H-1B Visa Program
Prominent commentator Richard Hanania criticises rising hostility towards Indian immigrants in the US, calling it economically flawed and rooted in resentment. Read his full argument.
Guest worker dies in Coimbatore terrace fall
A 23-year-old guest worker from Odisha died after falling from a building terrace in Coimbatore's Avarampalayam. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
Data Debunks DeSantis' 'Invaders' Claim on H-1B Workers
A viral post counters Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' claim of H-1B workers as 'invaders,' citing labour shortages and visa caps. Read the full analysis of the US immigration debate.
Two held for murder of guest worker in Coimbatore
Coimbatore police arrest auto driver and friend for murdering a West Bengal guest worker after a road altercation. Victim succumbs to injuries at CMCH. Read the full details.
Top-Paying Jobs That Don't Need a College Degree
A Fortune report reveals 15 high-salary US jobs requiring no bachelor's degree. Discover lucrative careers in trades, aviation, and management offering stability and strong income.
TN Govt Acts on Tiruttani Assault, Urges No Video Share
Tamil Nadu government urges public not to circulate video of Odisha worker assault in Tiruttani, citing public order concerns. Four minors apprehended, safety measures enhanced for guest workers.
Odisha Migrant Worker Hacked in Tamil Nadu, Video Viral
A 20-year-old migrant worker from Odisha was brutally hacked by four youths in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. The attackers filmed the gory incident, which has now gone viral. Read the shocking details.
4 TN Teens Attack Migrant Worker, Post Video on Instagram
Four teenagers in Tamil Nadu brutally assaulted a migrant worker from Odisha with machetes and posted the video on Instagram. The incident has sparked political outrage and a debate on law and order. Read more.
India's Workforce to Russia: Demand Up 60%
Russia is emerging as a major destination for India's skilled workers like welders and tailors. Hiring has surged 60% in 4 years, driven by a new labour pact and Russia's demographic crisis. Explore the opportunities and challenges.
16,000+ Skilled Professionals, Including 5,000 Doctors, Left Pakistan
Official data reveals a massive brain drain from Pakistan, with over 16,000 skilled workers, including 5,000 doctors and 11,000 engineers, emigrating in just two years. This contradicts the army chief's 'brain gain' claims. Read the full analysis.
Migrant Worker from Bengal Killed in Odisha Mob Attack
A 20-year-old mason from Murshidabad was killed in Sambalpur. Family says mob targeted him as a 'Bangladeshi', police cite monetary dispute. Two others critically injured.
Bengali Worker Lynched in Sambalpur, Six Arrested
A 20-year-old migrant mason from Bengal was lynched in Odisha's Sambalpur. Family alleges he was targeted as a 'Bangladeshi', police cite monetary dispute. Six arrested, fear grips labourers.
US Replaces H-1B Visa Lottery with Skill-Based System
The Trump administration replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a weighted selection favoring higher skills and wages. New rule effective from February 27, 2026. Read the full details.
NZ FTA Offers 5,000 Visas for Indians, Faces Political Hurdle
New Zealand's FTA with India grants 5,000 annual work visas for skilled professionals, but faces opposition over immigration concerns. Details on STEM, yoga, and chef visas inside.
US Changes H-1B Visa Selection to Favor Higher Skills, Pay
The US has replaced its H-1B visa lottery with a system favoring higher-skilled, higher-paid applicants. This marks a significant shift in immigration policy. Read the full details and implications for Indian professionals.
Bangladesh Condemns Factory Worker Killing, Promises Justice
Bangladesh government expresses profound sorrow, condemns killing of factory worker in Mymensingh. Home Minister assures swift justice. Read the full story.
US Judge Upholds $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Proposal
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's proposal for a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, dealing a blow to American tech firms and business groups. Read the full details and implications for Indian professionals.
Bengal Worker Mistaken for Bangladeshi, Detained 8 Months
Awal Sheikh, a 25-year-old mason from Murshidabad, has been held in a Tamil Nadu detention centre since April after being mistaken for an illegal Bangladeshi migrant. His family has spent over ₹1.1 lakh fighting the case. Read his story.
Trump Plan: End H-1B Lottery, Prioritize High-Wage Workers
The Trump administration proposes replacing the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection system, prioritizing higher-paid foreign skilled workers. This major reform could reshape US tech hiring.
JD Vance's 'Christian Nation' Remark Amid H-1B Visa Debate
US Vice President JD Vance faces criticism for linking American identity to Christianity while advocating H-1B visa curbs. Explore the debate impacting Indian tech workers and the US economy.
NZ-India FTA: 1,667 Work Visas, Major Trade Boost
New Zealand-India FTA unlocks 1,667 skilled visas yearly, eliminates tariffs on 95% NZ exports, and boosts education ties. A landmark deal for trade and mobility.
CRMAS Research Centre Foundation Laid in Kerala
Kerala's life sciences sector gets a boost as a new CRMAS research & manufacturing centre is launched at Bio 360 Park, promising 100+ high-skilled jobs and advanced research in biomedicine.
Walmart's $32/hr Fix for US Skilled Trades Shortage
Facing a severe shortage of skilled technicians, Walmart revamps training to create an in-house workforce. Learn how the retail giant is tackling the crisis and offering lucrative careers.
Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' Visa for Wealthy Foreigners
Ex-US President Donald Trump announces a new 'Trump Gold Card' visa requiring $1 million for US permanent residency, aiming to attract wealthy professionals and top graduates. Read the full details.
US Parents Rethink College as Job Market Changes
A new survey shows a dramatic shift as US parents question the value of a 4-year college degree. Rising costs and poor job outcomes fuel the trend towards skilled trades. Is the traditional education model in crisis?
Rajkot: Migrant worker killed after witnessing fight
A 26-year-old migrant worker in Rajkot was murdered after witnessing a violent altercation over an alleged extra-marital affair. Police have arrested six suspects. Read the full investigation details.
Indian delivery worker dies in UAE wall collapse
An Indian delivery worker, Abdul Gafoor, died in Sharjah after a wall collapsed on him during heavy rain. The incident highlights risks for migrant workers in extreme weather. Read more.
Migrant worker lynched in Kerala, five arrested
A 31-year-old migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Palakkad, Kerala, after being wrongly suspected of theft. Police have arrested five locals for murder.
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