West Bengal jute mills urge BJP-led state intervention on raw jute shortage and prices, seeking stock release, imports, and rate support to protect jobs.

Bharti Airtel moves past HDFC Bank to become the second most valuable Indian company by market capitalisation, with dividend and regional growth contributing to investor confidence.

USCIS tightens signature requirements for H-1B and Green Card petitions, potentially affecting intake, adjudication, and filing costs for employers and applicants.

USCIS updates signature requirements for H-1B and Green Card filings, enabling rejection at intake or during adjudication and affecting filing fees for sponsors and applicants.

Global mango exports rise as India expands production; explore pricing gaps, policy actions, and new routes shaping 2025-26 markets worldwide.

Compare H-1B and L-1 visas for Indian IT professionals, focusing on lottery risk, job mobility, spouse work rights, and Green Card routes.

Oil climbs amid Barakah plant strike and US-Iran tension; India raises petrol and diesel as crude stays high. Assessing global supply risks and imports

IMD issues a yellow alert for Bengaluru on 18 May. Expect afternoon thunderstorms, heavy rain, and gusty winds. Stay updated on weather safety and traffic.

Indian Rupee hits an all-time record low of 96.17 against the US dollar as global crude oil prices surge due to the Iran conflict. Investors monitor the five-day losing streak as the currency drops 5.5% in 2026.

Oil prices jump over 2 percent as UAE drone strike and Iran tensions trigger supply fears. Indian fuel prices rise by 3 rupees per litre as global crude benchmarks like Brent and WTI hit multi-month highs in May.

H-1B Visa 2026 lottery results are out. Discover the latest selection statistics, understand your real odds, and explore critical cap-exempt alternatives if you were not selected this year to secure your American career path.

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The White House says the US and China will set trade and investment boards, discuss rare earth supply chains, and align on Iran, Hormuz, and North Korea.

India and Sweden agree a Strategic Partnership as Narendra Modi meets Ulf Kristersson to advance trade, technology, defence, green transition, and security.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Swedish companies to expand in India across manufacturing, green hydrogen, clean energy and supply chains during Sweden visit.

Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi met Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran to discuss regional security, recent hostilities, and support for a ceasefire.

India and Sweden agreed a Strategic Partnership after Modi Kristersson talks on trade, technology, defence and innovation; bilateral trade hit USD 7.75 billion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is awarded Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star, honouring his leadership and contributions to India–Sweden relations.

Senior US nuclear executives visit New Delhi and Mumbai on May 18–21 to discuss civil nuclear cooperation, supply chains, and projects under the SHANTI Act.

Delhi government reduces ATF VAT from 25% to 7% for six months to lower airline costs and boost tourism and logistics in the capital.

Planning to study in Australia? Master the Subclass 500 visa process with our 2026 guide. Learn about the new AUD 29,710 financial proof, 48-hour work limits, and the crucial shift from GTE to the Genuine Student test to avoid rejection.

Explore 2026 Germany student visa costs for Indian applicants, including Blocked Account, health insurance, APS verification, and post-study work options.

Planning to study in Germany? Discover the 2026 Germany student visa requirements, including the 11,904 Euro blocked account, low tuition fees, and the 18-month post-study work permit path for Indian students.

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A Canadian cruise passenger tested presumptive positive for hantavirus after the MV Hondius outbreak. Officials await lab confirmation in Winnipeg.