Silver Price Hits Record High, Up 175% in 2025
Silver prices surge to record highs in 2025, driven by a structural deficit, strong industrial demand, and China's export curbs. Discover the key factors behind the rally.
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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.
500+ Held as Chennai Sanitation Workers Stage Flash Protests
Chennai police detained over 500 sanitation workers after coordinated flash protests caused major traffic disruptions in Parry's Corner and Broadway. Workers demand permanent jobs and oppose privatisation.
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.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
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.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
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.
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.
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.
Punjab 108 ambulance staff protest, demand rights
108 ambulance staff in Punjab protest for salary hike, 8-hour shifts & insurance. They warn of service disruption if demands are ignored. Details on their 8-point charter inside.
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.
India Drives Global Oil Demand in 2025, Peak Delayed to 2030s
2025 saw a major shift as oil demand surged, defying peak predictions. India emerged as the top growth engine, reshaping global energy dynamics. Read the full analysis.
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?
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.
Silchar Students Push for Flyover with Signature Campaign
Students in Silchar launch a massive signature campaign demanding a flyover. They aim to collect 6000 signatures to submit to the CM's office, citing critical infrastructure needs.
ICICI Bank Receives Rs 238 Crore GST Demand Notice
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
Surat Weaving Strike Halts 1,500 Units, 15,000 Workers Protest
A massive strike by weaving unit workers in Surat's Pandesara and Bhestan has forced 1,500 units to shut down. Nearly 15,000 workers demand higher wages after failed negotiations. Read the full story.
Why 2.2 Lakh Indians Give Up Citizenship Every Year
An investment banker reveals 2 million Indians left in 15 years. Key reasons: economic disparity, career limits, and quality of life. Explore the data and shifting global trends.
First Aviation EduCity Launched in Visakhapatnam
GMR Group and Mansas Trust sign MoU for India's first Aviation EduCity in Visakhapatnam. The 136-acre project near Bhogapuram airport aims to address the skilled pilot and crew shortage, creating thousands of jobs. #Aviation #AndhraPradesh #Development
20 US States Sue Trump Over $100K H-1B Visa Fee Hike
A coalition of 20 US states, led by California, files a lawsuit against the Trump administration's drastic H-1B visa fee increase to $100,000, calling it illegal and destructive for key sectors. Read the full analysis.
Ludhiana Sewing Machine Sector Struggles with Labour Shortage
Ludhiana's famed sewing machine manufacturing hub is battling a severe skilled labour shortage and intense competition from cheap Chinese imports. Industry leaders demand government intervention for survival.
Festive Demand & GST Rationalisation Lift Retail Credit: Report
Retail credit in India surged in Q3 FY25, driven by festive spending and optimism around GST rationalisation. Discover the key growth sectors and economic outlook.
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