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Sep

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Trump warns Taliban over Bagram airbase. Why the US wants to get it back? Explained

The Bagram airbase is nearly 64 km from the Afghan capital, Kabul. It was the largest US base in Afghanistan before its hasty withdrawal in 2021. Kabul: President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) reiterated that the US wants to regain control of the Bagram airbase in Afghanistan, threatening the Taliban regime if his demands are not met.  "If Afghanistan doesn’t give Bagram Airbase back to those that built it, the United States of America, BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN!!!" Trump posted on Truth Social.  This is the second time that Trump has openly expressed the US's intention of…

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Sep

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After Nepal unrest, Philippines faces widespread protests against government corruption

Mass protests have erupted in Manila as Filipinos demand accountability over a multi-billion peso flood-control corruption scandal despite government probes. New Delhi: After Nepal, the Philippines has witnessed a massive public outcry against government corruption. On Sunday, thousands of protesters took to the streets of Manila, the capital city, voicing their anger over a major corruption scandal. The sheer size of the demonstrations made it difficult for police to maintain control, forcing authorities to deploy heavy security across the city. Corruption scandal in flood-control projects The protests were sparked by allegations that lawmakers, government officials, and business leaders pocketed huge…

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Sep

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US wants oversight of Pakistan defence, intelligence budgets, seeks more accountability

The recommendation was included in the US Department of State's 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report, released on Friday. The annual assessment reviews budgetary openness across governments, focusing on how states disclose, audit, and manage public funds. Washington: The United States has called on Pakistan to place its defence and intelligence budgets under parliamentary or civilian oversight, describing it as a vital measure to improve fiscal accountability and transparency, the news agency ANI reported, quoting the Dawn. The recommendation was included in the US Department of State's 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report, released on Friday. The annual assessment reviews budgetary openness across governments,…

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Sep

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Hamas releases ‘farewell’ image of Israeli hostages as Gaza assault intensifies

Israeli authorities estimate that roughly 20 hostages are still alive in Gaza, though U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated the actual number could be lower. Both Israel and the U.S. have pledged to recover the captives and eliminate Hamas. Gaza: Hamas’s armed wing, the Qassam Brigades, has released what it called a “farewell picture” of 48 Israeli hostages amid Israel’s escalating military campaign in Gaza City, Al Jazeera reported. The compilation, shared online on Saturday, included images of both living and deceased captives, each labeled “Ron Arad”- referencing the Israeli Air Force officer who disappeared in Lebanon in 1986 after…

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21

Sep

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H-1B fee hike: Indian embassy in US issues emergency assistance number

President Trump has signed a proclamation to raise the H-1B visa fee to a staggering USD 100,000 annually, a move that will adversely affect Indian professionals in the US. Washington: After President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing an annual fee of USD 100,000 on H-1B visa applications, the Indian Embassy in the US has issued an emergency assistance number for Indian nationals seeking support. Emergency assistance number   "Indian nationals seeking emergency assistance may call cell number +1-202-550-9931 (and WhatsApp). This number should be used only by Indian nationals seeking immediate emergency assistance and not for routine consular queries," the…

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Sep

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H-1B visa LIVE updates: Indian Embassy in US issues emergency assistance number, White House clarifies who’ll be charged

H-1B visa LIVE updates: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) clarified that the USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications will only apply to the new applicants and not to the petitions submitted prior to September 21. Washington: US President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation titled "Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" that introduces a major overhaul to the H-1B visa programme, imposing a steep USD 100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications. The move by is expected to hit India the most as 71 per cent of the 3,99,395 H-1B visas approved in 2024 were…

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20

Sep

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What impact does Trump administration’s H-1B visa fee hike have on workers, their families? Full details

The Trump administration's $100,000 annual fee hike for H-1B visas may significantly impact tech workers and their H-4 dependent families, with concerns over travel delays, visa renewals, and increased costs. New Delhi: In a significant move for the US immigration system, the Trump administration recently announced a steep $100,000 annual fee for companies seeking H-1B worker visas. This decision is expected to affect the tech industry, which has long relied on foreign talent, particularly from countries like India and China. While the fee increase primarily targets H-1B workers, the policy change raises concerns for the families of these workers, especially…

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20

Sep

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Trump’s order on H-1B visa will apply to new applications, not existing holders: US official

The clarification comes hours after Trump's order caused chaos at many airports in the US. Visuals have also gone viral on social media, showing the chaos at US airports, as many tech giants have urged their employees to return to the country before September 21. Washington: In a huge reprieve to Indian tech professionals, US officials on Saturday clarified that President Trump's new order on increasing the H-1B fee to USD 100,000 will only apply to new applications and will not be applicable to existing holders. "Those who are visiting or leaving the country, or visiting India, they don't need…

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Sep

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From Amazon to Apple, a look at top 10 US firms sponsoring more H-1B visas

President Trump's $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas aims to reduce foreign worker inflows but could disrupt the US tech industry and limit access to global talent, raising concerns over innovation and economic growth. New Delhi: In a groundbreaking move, President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 annual fee on companies applying for H-1B worker visas. This decision, aimed at reducing foreign worker inflows, is expected to disrupt the US tech industry, which heavily relies on skilled workers from countries like India and China. Top tech employers most affected The H-1B visa program has been a key…

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Sep

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Chaos erupts at US airports as H-1B visa fee hike sparks panic among Indian travellers

Panic erupted at US airports as President Trump's H-1B visa fee hike to $100,000 triggered chaos, soaring flight prices, and fears of stranded Indian nationals ahead of a tight September 21 deadline. New Delhi: Chaos unfolded at multiple US airports after President Donald Trump announced an unprecedented hike in the H-1B visa fee to USD 100,000. The decision, which was made public on September 19, has caused significant panic, especially among Indian nationals who account for more than 70% of all H-1B holders. With a tight deadline set for September 21, H-1B visa holders rushed to return to the U.S.…

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