Indian-Origin Ex-US Diplomat Recalls 1984 Visa Denials
Dr Rajesh Vyas, an Indian-origin former US diplomat, shares his experience of being denied a US visa twice in 1984 despite strong backing, and how he eventually succeeded in 1993.
Dr Rajesh Vyas, an Indian-origin former US diplomat, shares his experience of being denied a US visa twice in 1984 despite strong backing, and how he eventually succeeded in 1993.
PM Modi appeals to reduce imports and curb foreign currency spending, calling the West Asia conflict the biggest crisis in 10 years. He urges cutting consumption of petrol, diesel, edible oil.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit five countries from May 15 to 20, focusing on energy, defence, and trade. The tour includes stops in France, Germany, and three other nations.
First Lieutenant Kendrick Lamont Key Jr. was found dead after falling from a cliff in Morocco during African Lion exercises. Search continues for another missing American service member.
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RecommendedPoland built an artificial island in the Szczecin Lagoon using dredged sand, not for tourism but as a protected bird sanctuary, now a unique ecological experiment.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian discussed regional stability and bilateral relations in a recent phone call.
Twenty-five cadets from a Mohali-based institute have successfully cleared the NDA 1 written examination, showcasing their dedication and hard work.
Reports claim Iran's aging F-4 and F-5 jets penetrated US-backed air defenses over Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, exploiting radar gaps and electronic warfare during recent conflict.
Genetic study suggests nutria in California may have been deliberately introduced, not naturally dispersed, raising concerns over wetland damage and levee burrowing.
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RecommendedMarine heatwaves in the Arabian Sea are becoming more frequent and intense, with sea surface temperatures rising up to 1°C above normal, threatening marine life and fisheries, according to INCOIS observations.
A study by IIT Indore reveals that short-lived extreme weather events, from heatwaves to heavy snowfall, are increasingly affecting Himalayan glacier melt, complicating long-term climate impacts.
A massive landslide struck the strategic Niti-Malari highway in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Sunday, disrupting traffic and affecting connectivity to over two dozen villages.
Bharat, a 4.6-year-old Asiatic lion at Sanjay Gandhi National Park, is critically ill with suspected blood parasitic infection and old injury complications. Vets are monitoring him closely.
Scientists have raised an alarm over a proglacial lake near the Khangri glacier in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang, detected during an expedition to the Mago Chi basin, a key Brahmaputra headwater region.
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RecommendedIndia's journey to becoming a nuclear power, from Pokhran-I in 1974 to Operation Shakti in 1998, and the development of a full nuclear triad with a no-first-use policy.
Unseasonal rain, snow, and thunderstorms are disrupting the Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand, with orange alerts issued. Meteorologists blame unusual western disturbance patterns.
A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship from Argentina to Europe raises global alarm. Experts explain why India remains safe due to limited human-to-human transmission and geographical factors.
India considers emergency measures like raising fuel prices and restricting gold imports to protect forex reserves amid the US-Israel-Iran war's economic fallout.
The family of Harshita Brella, whose body was found in a car boot in London, will travel to the UK this week seeking justice. Her husband is wanted for murder.
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RecommendedA 27-year-old research scholar from IIT Roorkee was found dead in Haridwar after being missing for three to four days. Police are investigating the cause of death.
The Delhi government is planning a significant hike in funding for parks and green spaces to enhance urban greenery and environmental quality in the capital.
Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered status quo on the proposed material recovery facility in Kullu district, halting construction until further notice.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Norway on May 18-19 to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, renewable energy, and Arctic cooperation.
Mumbai witnessed a surge in vehicle queues at petrol and diesel pumps over two days, driven by public concern over the West Asia conflict's impact on fuel supplies and prices.
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RecommendedIndia reported 57,670 environment-related crimes in 2024, a 16.4% decline from 2023. Over 80% were tobacco law violations, with Tamil Nadu recording the highest cases.
Tyshan Murray, 44, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for transporting nine Irish citizens, including children, who illegally crossed the US-Canada border into Vermont.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces measures to block far-right agitators from entering Britain ahead of a major Tommy Robinson rally in London, with police preparing for large-scale demonstrations.
Union minister Bhupender Yadav called on industry leaders to fund big cat conservation ahead of the first International Big Cat Alliance summit in Delhi.
Cole Allen, accused of plotting to assassinate Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty. He allegedly traveled to Washington with weapons and booked a room at the Hilton where Trump spoke.
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RecommendedThree Israeli soldiers were injured after a booby-trapped Hezbollah drone exploded in southern Lebanon, escalating tensions amid a fragile ceasefire. Israel retaliated with airstrikes killing four.