Trump administration pauses visa appointments worldwide The Trump administration has paused visa appointments for applicants around the world as U.S. embassies and consulates begin a global training initiative for consular officers. A U.S. State Department spokesperson said visa-service appointments would be adjusted to accommodate the training. The department did not provide a detailed timeline or specify how long the disruptions could last at individual diploma

Jana Sena leader and Andhra Pradesh MLC Konidela Nagababu has been appointed Chairperson of the Executive Committee of AP GREEN, with the state government granting him Cabinet-rank status in the new position. The Environment, Forests, Science and Technology Department issued orders confirming the appointment on Monday. The development gives Nagababu a prominent government responsibility connected to environmental protection, reforestation and expansion of green cover across Andhra P

USCIS officers can now deny incomplete or insufficiently supported immigration benefit requests without first seeking additional evidence. The policy applies immediately to eligible requests pending or filed on or after August 5, 2026. USCIS Tightens Immigration Filing Rules US Citizenship and Immigration Services has strengthened evidence requirements for immigration benefit requests, giving officers wider discretion to deny cases th

The Andhra Pradesh government plans to mobilise investments of up to Rs 9.3 lakh crore for the Visakhapatnam Economic Region through public and private projects. The VER plan will focus on AI data centres, ports, tourism, clean technology, green hydrogen, energy and infrastructure-led regional development. Visakhapatnam Economic Region Eyes Rs 9.3 Lakh Crore Push Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government has unveiled an ambitious inves

Naidu Sets Monthly Target for Amaravati Projects Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has ordered the faster execution of 95 Amaravati projects worth ₹50,999 crore. Officials and contractors must target 7.92% monthly progress while resolving land, funding, approval, and design issues across the capital region. Naidu Sets 7.92% Monthly Target for Amaravati Projects Amaravati capital construction progress has com

What the Seven-Year Green Card Proposal Means A US senator has renewed efforts to establish a rolling seven-year residency requirement under the immigration Registry system. The proposal could allow qualifying H-1B professionals and other long-term residents to apply for permanent residency. US Senator Revives 7-Year Green Card Pathway for H-1B Holders The H-1B green card after 7 years

India’s First Hydrogen Train Begins Operations Between Jind and Sonipat India’s first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered passenger train has begun operating on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana. Passengers searching for the Jind Sonipat hydrogen train timing can use the daily services numbered 74010 and 74009. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the train at Jind railway station on July 17, 2026. The launch marks Indian Railways’ first

H-1B Visa Rules From August: Indians Face Fresh Hurdles The proposed H-1B visa rules from August could create fresh uncertainty for Indian professionals, students, and employers using key US immigration routes. The Trump administration is preparing changes that may tighten H-1B visa processing, Green Card sponsorship, student visa stay rules, OPT work permits, and H-4 spouse work authorization. The proposed changes are part of the latest US regulatory ag

Nara Lokesh Seeks Korean Telugu Support To Boost Andhra Pradesh Investments VIJAYAWADA/SEOUL, July 7, 2026: Andhra Pradesh Minister for HRD and IT Nara Lokesh has urged the Telugu community in South Korea to support the State’s investment push by promoting Andhra Pradesh as a reliable destination for global industries. Addressing Telugu diaspora members in Seoul during his South Korea visit, Lokesh said overseas Telugus could play an important role as

India-Russia Eye $50 Billion Investment Target By 2030 India and Russia have set a target to scale mutual investments to US$50 billion, around ₹4.41 lakh crore, by 2030, giving a fresh push to long-term economic cooperation between the two countries. The target was discussed during the India-Russia Joint Working Group on Priority Investment Projects held in Moscow. The meeting was co-chaired by India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Interna

Iraq Corruption Crackdown: Cash, Gold Seized From Homes Of MPs And Officials Iraq’s major anti-corruption crackdown has triggered global attention after authorities reportedly recovered large amounts of cash, gold, and other assets during raids linked to politicians and senior government officials. The operation, carried out in Baghdad’s heavily guarded Green Zone, comes as Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi’s government pushes ahead with a wider campaign

Delhi EV Policy 2026: Cabinet Approves Big Push For Zero-Emission Transport By 2030 New Delhi, June 30: The Delhi Cabinet has approved a new Electric Vehicle Policy aimed at accelerating the capital’s shift towards zero-emission transport by 2030. The policy will be rolled out in phases over four years from July 1, 2026. Under the new policy, electric cars priced up to ₹30 lakh will be exempted from registration fees and road tax. The government has

Bright green fireball over Mayon Volcano sparks meteor debate online   Green Fireball Sparks Viral Debate A dramatic X video from the Philippines has gone viral after a bright green fireball appeared in the sky while Mayon Volcano was erupting. The glowing object moved across the night sky from a different direction as lava and ash activity continued near the volcano. Many

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

Immigration Attorney Explains Founder’s EB-1A Visa Journey Founder’s Long Visa Journey Kazakhstan-born entrepreneur Ablay Sarmantay secured a US EB-1A approval after facing six visa rejections over five years. He had received five student visa refusals and one tourist visa denial before finally entering the United States with his family. His EB-1A petition was later approved in just 16 days under the extraordinary ability categ