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H-1B visa 2026 cap reached: What selected & rejected Indians must do next

Employers and attorneys with selected beneficiaries have now been notified and can begin filing cap-subject petitions

Trump targets Harvard, 59 US colleges: How foreign students are affected

Harvard is at risk of losing $9 billion in federal grants, while Princeton University has confirmed that several dozen research grants have already been frozen

New rules from April 1: Zero tax on income up to Rs 12L, see all changes

Salaried individuals with an income of up to Rs 12.75 lakh will have no tax liability after accounting for a Rs 75,000 standard deduction

What is the difference between registration and mutation of property?

Proper registration ensures that buyers have legal ownership of their property. Without it, they may face challenges in asserting their rights

UK gig economy employers face £60,000 fines for each illegal worker hired

The new move brings an estimated 4 million people working in the gig economy into the scope of employment checks

F1 visa revoked? Foreign students can still stay in US if status is valid

US immigration experts say students can continue living and studying in the country as long as they maintain their legal status

F-1, H-1B visa holders beware! Drunk driving can lead to visa revocation

Immigration experts say visa holders in the US need to be aware of how strictly offences like drunk driving are treated

HDFC mutual fund starts tap-based WhatsApp service for SIP, lump sum

Customer should message +91-82706 82706 to avail of the facility. Tap2Invest supports multiple payment options, including UPI Autopay, net banking

India's deal-making activity soars to 3-year high of $27.5 bn in Q1 2025

The number of announced deals also rose by 13.6% year-over-year, making this the busiest quarter since the first quarter of 2023

How to convert credit card bill to EMI? Check interest rate, tenure & fees

Some banks may charge a one-time processing fee for converting payment balance into EMIs

Punjab & Sind Bank, Indian Bank extend FD rates of up to 8.5% till June 30

Punjab & Sind Bank has discontinued tenures of 333 and 555 days, offering interest rates of 77.2 per cent and 7.45 per cent

How and where to invest Rs 10 lakh today? Value Research breaks it down

Investing Rs 10 lakh today requires careful consideration of your investment horizon, goals, and risk tolerance.

Don't risk Schengen visa rejection: 4 insurance covers you need to travel

To ensure your visa application is as smooth as your gondola ride, make sure your insurance policy contains these essential coverages, safeguarding your journey from start to finish.

Debt-plus-arbitrage FoFs offer tax edge for moderate-risk investors

The government took away the indexation benefit of debt funds from April 1, 2023

Delhi woman loses ₹47 lakh in KYC Scam via WhatsApp call: How to stay safe?

If you ever suspect fraud, report it immediately to your bank, the Cyber Crime Helpline, or through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (www.cybercrime.gov.in)

Australia visa fee April 2025: 13% hike to hit Indians visiting, studying

Starting April 1, 2025, the Australian government has increased visa application charges by up to 13% across several categories

HC says service charges or tips are voluntary, restaurants can't levy it

Delhi High Court makes it clear that service charges are a voluntary payment at the discretion of customers

Unified Pension Scheme for central govt employees begins: What to know

It guarantees a minimum pension of Rs 10,000 per month for employees who complete at least 10 years of government service

37% appreciation: Gauri Khan sells flat in Mumbai's Dadar for Rs 11.6 cr

Square Yards' analysis of IGR property registration documents reveals that an apartment purchased by Gauri Khan in August 2022 for Rs 8.5 crore was recently sold for Rs. 11.61 crore.

At Rs 1299, Paytm Travel Pass gives free cancellation, insurance, discounts

Provides a three-month validity on the travel pass to help travellers avoid fare hikes and extra charges