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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

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

Transporters and truck drivers in Delhi‑NCR are planning a three‑day strike starting May 21, raising concerns about potential delays in moving goods and essential supplies. The strike call comes from the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), which represents many trucker unions across the region. The drivers say they are protesting a recent increase in the Environment Compensation Cess (EC Cess) imposed on all goods vehicles entering Delhi. This charge was raised significantly after

The Twisha Sharma death case came into sharper focus on Monday, May 18, 2026, after her final WhatsApp and Instagram chats surfaced in the news. Twisha Sharma, a 33-year-old woman from Noida, was found dead at her husband Samarth Singh’s house in Bhopal’s Katara Hills area on May 12, 2026. Her final messages allegedly showed signs of anxiety, emotional distress and a feeling of being trapped, raising fresh questions around the circumstances of her death. Twisha’s family has al

As of May 18, 2026, 10:02 AM IST, the CBI investigation into the NEET-UG paper leak case has turned its focus on Pune beautician Manisha Waghmare, who allegedly acted as a common link between students searching for tuition teachers and teachers from reputed schools. Waghmare, 46, runs a beauty parlour in Pune’s Sukhsagar Nagar and was arrested on May 14 before being remanded in CBI custody for 10 days from May 16, along with retired teacher P V Kulkarni. Investigators suspect that her conta

Bengaluru cybercrime police have arrested two men accused of sexually exploiting minor girls, recording the abuse on mobile phones, and uploading the videos online. This case is notable because it targets the creators and distributors of illegal content, not just those who possess it. The arrest underscores growing concerns about child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and the increasing role of cybercrime units in protecting minors online. The accused, identified as Kiran Kumar (29) and

A disturbing crime unfolded in Outer Delhi on May 11, 2026, when a woman was allegedly gang-raped inside a moving private sleeper bus. She boarded the bus at Saraswati Vihar bus stand around midnight. CCTV cameras along the 7-kilometer route recorded the journey, including passages near Deepali Chowk Metro, Mangolpuri flyover, Peeragarhi, and Udyog Nagar Metro, before the bus stopped near Nangloi railway road. The seized private bus was brought to Rani Bagh Police Station, with auth

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Karnataka government announced a major policy decision by withdrawing the 2022 order linked to hijab restrictions in educational institutions. The move allows students to wear hijab again in schools and colleges across the state and has triggered fresh conversations on education rights, religious expression, and school policies in India. The hijab issue first emerged as a major national discussion after students in Karnataka objected to restrictions im

The Noida workers’ protest case has become one of the most discussed political and legal controversies in Uttar Pradesh after authorities invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against Delhi University graduate Aakriti Chaudhary and former journalist Satyam Verma. The action came exactly one month after violence erupted during labour demonstrations in Noida on April 13, 2026, drawing nationwide attention towards labour rights, industrial unrest, and the use of stringent security laws durin

Kannada actor Dileep Raj passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, after reportedly suffering a heart attack. He was 47 years old. According to reports, the actor experienced chest pain in the early hours of the day and was rushed to Apollo Hospital in Bengaluru, where doctors later declared him dead. The sudden demise of Dileep Raj has left fans and the Kannada film industry in shock. Many

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Mulayam Singh Yadav, passed away at the age of 38 in Lucknow on May 13, 2026. Prateek had been battling lung-related health issues for some time and had been undergoing treatment for a blood clot in his lungs. He was rushed to a hospital earlier in the morning but was declared dead upon arrival. The exact cause of death is yet to be confirmed, and a post-mortem is underway. Prateek was a fitness enthusiast, having often shared his workout routines a

As the IPL 2026 season enters its most decisive phase, Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad square off in a crucial match that could heavily influence the top four positions on the points table. Both teams are neck-and-neck in the race for a playoff spot, and this fixture promises to be an exciting contest with plenty of high-stakes drama. The Gujarat Titans have gained momentum after a slow start to the season. Led by the in-form Shubman Gill, GT has steadily worked its way up th

Date: April 30, 2026 | Time: Morning Update | Place: Uttar Pradesh, India   The Ganga Expressway has officially been opened, marking a major milestone in Uttar Pradesh’s infrastructure development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 594 km long expressway from Hardoi on Wednesday, formally launching a key route that connects the eastern and western regions of the state. The inauguration event was held near the Sadarpur interchange in Hapur district, where thousands of p

A fire incident at Gaur Green Avenue in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, created panic among residents on Tuesday morning. The fire reportedly started in a locked apartment located on the ninth floor of one of the residential towers.The incident occurred around 9:00 AM, when smoke and flames were seen coming out of the flat. Residents in nearby apartments immediately alerted authorities and began evacuating the building.Fire brigade teams reached the location promptly and started operations to bring t