Shubhanshu Shukla Turns Author With The Second Orbit After Historic Space Journey Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is bringing his space journey to readers through his memoir The Second Orbit, a story of belief, pressure, and India’s rising space dreams. From Space Mission To Memoir Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, one of the most inspiring faces of India’s human spa

Indian Scientists Create Carbon-Free Ferrocene-Like Molecule IIT Madras and IISc researchers have created a stable carbon-free molecule, solving a long-standing chemistry challenge. A Major Chemistry Breakthrough Indian scientists have solved a chemistry question that remained open for more than 70 years. Researchers from IIT Madras and IISc Bengaluru have created a s

Gauribidanur Observatory Measures Weak Magnetic Fields In Sun’s Corona Indian scientists have directly measured weak magnetic fields in the Sun’s corona using an India-built radio telescope near Bengaluru, a finding that could improve space weather studies.   India’s Big Solar Breakthrough An India-built radio telescope at the Gauribidanur Observatory near Be

Byju Raveendran Sentenced In Singapore Case Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court in a contempt of court case. The matter is connected to allegations that he failed to follow court directions related to asset disclosure and legal proceedings. Reports also said the court directed him to surrender and pay costs of S$90,000. The development has once again brought Byju’s legal troubles into the spot

Chandrayaan-3 Wins AIAA Honour For Historic Lunar South Pole Mission Global Honour For ISRO India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission has won the 2026 Goddard Astronautics Award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, giving ISRO another major global recognition for its historic lunar success. The award honours Chandrayaan-3’s successful soft landing near the Moon’s south polar region, a first-of-its-kind achievement in space exploration.

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

Indian Student Visa Holder Wins Scottish Parliament Seat Student Visa Holder Wins Seat Indian citizen Q Manivannan has been elected as a member of the Scottish Parliament for the Edinburgh and Lothians East region as a Scottish Green Party regional list member. The case has drawn attention because Manivannan reportedly holds a Student visa linked to a PhD at the University of St Andrews. After completing the PhD, Manivann

EB-1, EB-2 And EB-5 Updates For Indian Green Card Applicants US June Visa Bulletin Released The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2026 Visa Bulletin, giving the latest update on immigrant visa availability, final action dates, and dates for filing applications. The bulletin is important for employment-based green card applicants from India, especially those waiting under EB-1, EB-2, and EB-5 categories. Accor

OPT Visa Crackdown Raises Concern For Indian Students In US ICE Probes OPT Visa Misuse US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has identified around 10,000 foreign students, including several Indians, who allegedly claimed employment with highly suspect companies under the Optional Practical Training program. OPT allows F-1 student visa holders to work in the United States after graduation for 12 months, while STEM students may qualify for longer e

Asian Beach Games 2026: Indian Women Win Kabaddi Gold, Men Take Silver   The Indian women’s kabaddi team clinched the gold medal at the Asian Beach Games 2026 in Sanya, China, on April 27, 2026, successfully defending their title. Led by Ritu, the six-member team delivered a strong performance to defeat Sri Lanka 47-31 in the final. India held a narrow 20-18 lead at half-time but dominated the second half to secure their sixth consecutive title in the competition

After 11 Years: NRI’s H-1B Stress Post Triggers India Return Debate A viral social media post by an NRI about returning to India after more than a decade in the United States has sparked widespread discussion online. The individual, who worked under the H-1B visa system, highlighted ongoing visa stress and financial uncertainty as

The ongoing global conflict is beginning to impact Indian workers across the Gulf region, raising concerns over potential job losses and economic uncertainty. With thousands of Indians employed in Gulf countries, any disruption is likely to directly affect livelihoods and remittance flows back home. In

An Indian climate-tech startup, in collaboration with IIT Delhi, has developed a next-generation air conditioner designed to operate efficiently in extreme temperatures of up to 50°C. The innovation comes as rising heat levels across India drive urgent demand for more reliable and energy-efficient cooling solutions. The newly developed system has suc

The US Visa Bulletin for March 2026 has brought encouraging news for Indian applicants in employment-based visa categories, with several segments showing forward movement. However, family-sponsored visa categories remain largely stagnant, offering little relief to those awaiting reunification. According to the latest update, employment-based categorie

More than 52,000 Indians returned from Gulf countries between March 1 and March 7, 2026, signalling a significant movement of people within a short span. The development has drawn attention to evolving migration trends and the changing circumstances of Indian workers in the region. The Gulf continues to be one of the largest overseas destinations for Indian workers and professionals. A return of this scale within a week highlights the impact of shifting economic conditions, job unce