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US tech firms like Microsoft have urged H-1B and H-4 visa holders abroad to return before the September 21 deadline when the $100,000 annual fee takes effect. The rule could increase costs and impact Indian professionals in US tech companies.

US President Donald Trump has imposed a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, in a move set to hit Indian tech professionals and global firms. The order also limits renewals and introduces a million-dollar “gold card” visa option.

Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max in cosmic orange sold out within three days of pre-orders in the US and India. High demand, limited availability, and production constraints—especially due to China—have created supply challenges despite increased output from Apple’s India facilities

Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, a 50-year-old Indian-origin motel manager in Texas, was brutally beheaded by a co-worker after a dispute over a washing machine. The suspect, with a criminal record, has been arrested and charged with capital murder

America faces a tough test under Trump: can its safeguards resist a slide into autocratic legalism

CIFA advisor P Chengal Reddy blamed the union government for the urea shortage affecting Telangana’s Kharif farmers. He said poor planning, lapses in coordination and reliance on urea have hit productivity, urging India to adopt biotech farming practices like other countries

Learn how to apply to US universities with a strong and complete application package. From choosing deadlines to preparing documents like SOPs and recommendation letters, this step will guide you in standing out and staying organised through your US study journey

President Donald Trump ordered the destruction of a Venezuelan vessel allegedly carrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing 11 people. Senator Marco Rubio hailed it as a crackdown on cartels, but legal experts questioned its legitimacy under international law.

The White House confirmed plans to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, reviving its historic title. President Trump cited a shift toward offensive military priorities and symbolic ties to past U.S. victories as reasons for the change

The US Department of Justice, led by Harmeet Dhillon, is investigating unfair hiring practices under the H-1B visa program, following concerns that US citizens are overlooked in favor of foreign workers. The DoJ urges tips on its hotline for ongoing investigations

India Post will suspend dispatch of parcels to the US from August 25 after Washington withdrew duty-free exemption on goods up to $800. Families in Hyderabad, especially students abroad, face disruption, while private courier firms await clarity on the impact

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A 25-year-old woman from Jagtial died by suicide after her US higher education plans failed due to a visa rejection. She later proposed studying in Germany, but her father refused. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation

Hyderabad’s Malavika Anand will perform at Mahasabha-2025 in Virginia, USA, hosted by the Global Munnurkapu Association. The AIR-graded singer has over 650 concerts to her credit and has performed at Mysore Palace and the World Telugu Conference.

The 2025 EducationUSA University Fair in Hyderabad connected students with over 30 US institutions, offering insights into admissions, scholarships, and student visas. Officials emphasized compliance and EducationUSA’s free advisory support

North Korea’s defence minister warned Pyongyang would exercise its “self-defence” right if provoked during upcoming US–South Korea military drills. He called the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise a “direct provocation” and “real threat” to stability on the Korean Peninsula.

Maduranagar police booked a consultancy manager for allegedly cheating a Moosapet woman of Rs 7.1 lakh by promising her an H-1B visa. The victim found the office shut on July 30 and lodged a complaint. Police are tracing the accused.

EducationUSA will host eight education fairs across India from August 9–17, connecting Indian students with over 50 US universities. The Hyderabad event is on August 11. Experts will offer guidance on studying in the US, scholarships, and visa rules

The US is launching a visa bond pilot program that could require some business or tourist visa applicants to pay up to $15,000 as a bond. This move aims to curb overstays and includes tighter screening of student visa applicants.

Mohammad Iqbal Shareef from Kagaznagar scored 98.5% in his master’s degree from Western Global University, USA, ranking among the top three students from 26 countries. He studied Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management and hails from a civic leader’s family