Twisha Sharma Death Case Raises Fresh Concerns Eight days after the death of 33-year-old Twisha Sharma, her body continues to remain in the AIIMS Bhopal mortuary. Twisha, a former Miss Pune and marketing professional, was found dead at her marital home in Bhopal on May 12, 2026. Police have treated the case as a suspected suicide, but her family has refused cremation, demanding what they call a fair and independent investigation. Family Seeks Se

From New Delhi today, Indian H-1B visa holders are confronting a critical situation as major US tech companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn announce layoffs. Thousands of Indian professionals on H-1B visas now face a strict 60-day grace period to secure a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to a different visa category, or leave the United States. The combination of rising Silicon Valley layoffs, AI-driven restructuring, and a slowing job market has intensified pressure on t

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead an important Council of Ministers meeting at Seva Teerth in Delhi at 4 pm on Thursday. All Union ministers, including Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge, and ministers of state, have been requested to stay in the capital to ensure full attendance. This meeting follows PM Modi’s foreign tour and is expected to focus on governance priorities, regional geopolitical issues, and potential political developments within the governme

H-1B Job Loss Rule Leaves Indian Tech Workers Searching For Visa Options   Indian H-1B Workers Under Pressure Indian tech professionals in the US are facing fresh uncertainty after layoffs at major companies such as Meta, Amazon, and Oracle. Many affected employees are working on H-1B visas, where the job loss rule gives them only 60 days to find another employer who can sponsor their visa. If they fail to secure a new role withi

India Squad Changes For Afghanistan Series Show Future Planning India Focuses On Future Squad Plans India’s squad for the Afghanistan ODI and Test series has created major discussion after several big names were left out. The selection shows that the team management is slowly preparing for a transition phase ahead of the 2027 World Cup and the next Test cycle. Ri

Gratuity Or Pay Hike: A Common Career Decision Many Indian employees face this confusion when they are close to completing five years of service: should they secure gratuity first or move ahead with a better job offer? The answer depends on the gratuity amount, the salary hike, and the long-term value of the new role. Gratuity is usually linked to continuous service and can become a useful lump-sum benefit for salaried workers. Why Employees Pre

Bengaluru, India – May 19, 2026: Authorities in Bengaluru have arrested a 34-year-old Indian-origin US citizen after live bullets and a Ruger magazine were found in his hotel room. The incident raises serious concerns about hotel safety and unauthorized ammunition importation in India. The individual, identified as Arman Mutaahar, a US-based non-resident Indian (NRI), checked into the Jayamahal Palace Hotel in JC Nagar on April 27, 2026, presenting his US passport. He checked out

Putin To Visit India For BRICS Summit 2026 In New Delhi   Putin India Visit 2026 Confirmed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India in 2026 has gained attention after the Kremlin confirmed his attendance at the BRICS Summit in Delhi on September 12 and 13. The high-level visit is expected to become a major diplomatic event as India prepares to host global leaders for talks on security, economic cooperation, and a stron

Rahul Gandhi Raises NEET, CBSE And Class 9 Language Policy Concerns   Rahul Gandhi Questions the Education Ministry Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has intensified his attack on the Centre amid growing student uncertainty over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak row, CBSE Class 12 marks controversy, and CBSE Class 9 language rule issue. He said these developments have affected st

Tata Electronics And ASML Deal Strengthens India’s Semiconductor Push Tata Electronics-ASML deal is being seen as a major boost for India’s semiconductor manufacturing plans, especially as Tata prepares 300mm wafer production at its upcoming Dholera chip fab in Gujarat.   Why the Tata-ASML Deal Matters ASML is one of the world’s most important semiconductor e

Pak Fatah-1 Missile Claim On Non-Existent Indian Airbases Sparks Row   Pak Officer’s Missile Claim Raises Questions A Pakistani officer's airbase claim has triggered debate after he said Fatah-1 missiles struck Rajouri and Mamun airbases, even though neither of the Indian airbases exists. In an interview with a local Pakistani channel, Captain Muneeb Zamal, linked to Fatah-1

Fuel Prices Rise For Second Time In Five Days Fuel Prices Rise Again Petrol and diesel prices have gone up again across major Indian cities, marking the second fuel price hike within five days. The latest revision was made after oil companies increased retail fuel rates on Monday, adding more pressure on consumers already facing rising transport and household expenses. In New Delh

CBSE Makes Three Languages Compulsory For Class 9 Students   CBSE Three-Language Rule For Class 9 From July 1 CBSE three-language rule 2026 will come into effect for Class 9 students from July 1, 2026, under the board’s revised language policy. As per the latest notification issued on May 15, 2026, students from the 2026–27 academic year will have to study three languages. The rule will apply to all CBSE-affiliated schools.

Indian Stock Market Recovers As IT And Banking Stocks Support Sensex, Nifty Sensex Recovers From Day’s Low The Indian stock market ended on a positive note on May 18, 2026, after a sharp recovery from early losses. According to India Today, the S&P BSE Sensex gained 77.05 points to close at 75,315.04, while the NSE Nifty50 rose 6.45 points to end at 23,649.95. The Se

Punjab Four Children Proposal Sparks Debate Over Sikh Population Decline Punjab BJP leader Dr Jagmohan Singh Raju has urged Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to consider cash incentives for Sikh families with more children, citing concerns over Sikh population decline in Punjab and the need to protect the community’s cultural and demographic strength.   Punjab BJP Leader Raises Four Children Proposal Punjab BJP state genera