Indian H-1B Worker Alleges Employer Forced Him To Pay $100K To Keep Visa Status An Indian technology worker in the United States has filed a lawsuit alleging that his employer forced him to pay nearly $100,000 to keep his job and maintain his legal immigration status. The worker, identified as Rishikesh Raj Meesala, has accused Progress Solutions, Inc. and its Indian-origin chief executive, Sai Jitendra Kalagara, of using his H-1B visa dependency to pres

Stock Market Closing Bell: Sensex Gains Over 500 Points, Nifty Ends Near 24,000 Indian equity markets continued their positive run on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as benchmark indices closed higher for the third consecutive session. Strong buying in IT, FMCG, media, and realty stocks helped Dalal Street maintain its recovery momentum, while weakness in metal and auto counters limited further upside.

Meghalaya Living Root Bridges: Trees Turned Into Natural Bridges In Meghalaya, some bridges are not built with cement, iron, or steel. They are grown patiently from the roots of trees. These remarkable structures, known as living root bridges, are among the most unique examples of natural engineering in India. The idea has once again caught attention through

DMK-Congress Rift Deepens After Murasoli Attack On Rahul Gandhi The political tension between the DMK and Congress has intensified after the DMK’s official mouthpiece, Murasoli, sharply criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over the INDIA bloc unity and the recent Tamil Nadu alliance fallout. The issue has added fresh pressure on opposition unity, especially in Tamil Nadu politics. DMK Questions Congress Over Alliance Politics

H-1B Interview Question Worries Indian Applicants As US Visa Scrutiny Tightens H-1B visa applicants are facing a tougher interview environment in the United States, with many candidates now being asked a question that is catching them off guard: “Why can’t an American do this job?” The question has become a growing concern among skilled foreign workers, especially applicants from India working in technology, IT services, consulting, and other speci

Former India cricket captain and former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has approached the police in Kolkata over alleged defamatory and misleading posts circulated on social media. Ganguly filed the complaint on Monday, June 15, 2026, alleging that a Facebook page with millions of followers had been sharing content aimed at damaging his reputation. The complaint was submitted at Thakurpukur Police Station.

Indian LNG Carrier Disha Crosses Strait Of Hormuz After US-Iran Deal Indian LNG carrier Disha has safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the first Indian-flagged LNG vessel to pass through the conflict-hit waterway in more than three months after the US-Iran agreement raised hopes of reopening the crucial shipping route. The vessel, managed by a Shipping Corporation of India-led consortium, is carrying 62,370 metric tonnes of liquefied natural gas

Strait Of Hormuz Opens, But Petrol And Diesel Relief May Take Time The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after a reported US-Iran understanding has eased fears of a major oil supply shock. Crude oil prices have started cooling, but Indian consumers may not see an immediate drop in petrol, diesel, or LPG prices. The development is important for India because the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most crucial oil shipping routes. A large share of gl

US-Iran Peace Deal Boosts Sensex, Nifty As Oil, Realty Stocks Rally Indian stock markets ended Monday’s session with strong gains as optimism over a possible US-Iran peace deal lifted investor sentiment and eased concerns over crude oil supply disruptions. The BSE Sensex closed at 76,176.54, rising 648.59 points or 0.86 per cent. The NSE Nifty50 ended at 23,848.10, gaining 225.20 points or 0.95 per cent. During the day, the Sensex had climbed more than

Indian Seafarers Caught In Gulf Crisis As Ships Near Hormuz Come Under Fire Indian seafarers have become part of a growing human crisis in the Gulf after multiple vessels carrying Indian crew members came under attack near the Strait of Hormuz and the Oman coast. The incidents have raised serious concerns over the safety of merchant sailors working in conflict-hit waters, where military action, oil shipping routes, and diplomatic tensions are now directl

Delhi Couple Ends 5-Year Divorce Fight After Emotional Courtroom Reunion A five-year divorce battle between a Delhi couple came to an unexpected end after an emotional moment inside a courtroom turned a hearing for separation into a reunion. According to reports, Shikha and Saurabh had been involved in a long legal fight after their marriage, which began in 2020, ran into dispute

Supreme Court Homemaker Compensation Ruling Sparks Debate Over ₹30,000 Value The Supreme Court’s decision to recognise homemakers as “nation builders” has sparked a wider debate on the value of unpaid household work in India. The court has said that domestic and caregiving services provided by homemakers must be treated as a separate category while calculating compensation in motor accident cas

TMC Rebels Push Little-Known NCPI Into National Spotlight A little-known party that once asked voters to reject political turncoats has suddenly become the new platform for rebel TMC MPs, turning the NCPI into an unexpected national talking point. The development has drawn attention because the NCPI was not a major force in electoral politics until now. Reports said around 20 rebel TMC MPs met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and sought separate seating arrang

Anthropic AI Model Restrictions Raise Global Access Concerns Anthropic has reportedly sent senior engineers to Washington after US restrictions affected access to its advanced Claude Mythos 5 and Claude Fable 5 AI models. The issue began after US officials raised concerns over the safety and possible misuse of the powerful AI systems. Reports said the restrictions were linked to national security concerns and export control rules, forcing Anthropic to li

Family With Toddler Misses Train Despite Confirmed AC Tickets A family travelling with a one-year-old child missed the Seemanchal Express at Bihar’s Patliputra Junction despite having confirmed AC 2 Tier tickets, after heavy crowding allegedly blocked access to their coach. The incident has raised fresh questions about passenger safety and crowd management at railway stations, especially when reserved coach entry is blocked by heavy platform crowds.