The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has responded to claims that a British grandmother was held by immigration authorities for six weeks even though she had a valid visa, saying the detention was a matter of law enforcement, not an arbitrary action.DHS said 65-year-old Karen Newton violated the terms of her visit by…
With appraisal season around the corner, conversations about pay hikes, promotions and performance rewards are returning to office corridors as companies reassess compensation strategies.Companies are preparing to roll out an average salary hike of 9.1 per cent in 2026, signalling a shift towards skills-based pay structures rather than uniform annual increments, according to a report,…
With a long background in drug development, Suma Krishnan emerged as one of the most influential innovators in modern biotechnology. In her late forties, she began questioning a basic assumption in gene therapy. Why did treatment always have to be injected into the body. She believed genetic medicine could be applied directly to the skin….
The Manipuri film ‘Boong’ clinched the Best Children’s and Family Film award at the BAFTA Awards 2026, marking a significant achievement for Indian cinema. As it’s a proud moment for India, many celebrities have congratulated the makers. It is produced under Farhan Akhtar‘s banner. Adding to the moment was a congratulatory message from Narendra Modi,…
Keep your cards close to your chest today. The Moon stirs hidden competition, and Saturn highlights rivals who watch quietly. Hidden enemies may cause trouble, especially through gossip, office politics, or someone twisting your words in a group chat. Stay cautious and don’t overshare plans.You might feel like you’re being tested. That’s Mars pushing you…
Harvard lawsuit: What it means for future applicants and why your academic game matters more than ever (harvard.edu) For students dreaming of an Ivy League acceptance, headlines about legal battles and policy changes can feel unsettling. Will admissions rules change again? Will opportunities shrink or expand?According to an original report by CNBC, the latest lawsuit…
Growing the world’s most expensive mango, the Miyazaki mango, often called “Eggs of the Sun,” on a terrace roof might sound unusual. However, a farmer from Udupi, Karnataka, has successfully done just that. The Miyazaki mango is a type of Japanese mango that is very sweet, smooth, and worth a lot of money. People in…
West Indies vs Zimbabwe (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: West Indies delivered a crushing performance to beat Zimbabwe by 107 runs in their T20 World Cup Super Eights match in Mumbai, starting their campaign in dominant fashion. With this win, West Indies have overtaken South Africa to go top of the Group 1 points table in…
NEW DELHI: Ahead of Canadian prime minister Mark Carney’s visit to India, his government has started the process to revoke the citizenship of Tahawwur Rana, Pakistan-born businessman, currently being tried in India for helping plan the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks that killed 166 people.However, the move to cancel his citizenship is not based on terrorism…
Bomb Cyclone Explained: Why this powerful winter storm is paralysing the US Heavy snow and strong winds are pushing across the northeastern United States as a powerful winter storm intensifies offshore. Forecasters say the system now meets the definition of a bomb cyclone after a rapid drop in central pressure over 24 hours. Blizzard warnings…
