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Trump Gold Card: $1 million won't speed up green cards for Indians

Trump's $1 million Gold Card promises fast US residency, but lawyers say Indians still face EB-1 and EB-2 backlogs, with no real advantage

Planning New Zealand travel or study? Visa centre fees go up from 2026

Visa application centre service charges will be higher from January, adding to upfront costs for applicants from India and other countries

Low haemoglobin? Doctors explain how food choices can help raise levels

From iron and protein to vitamin C pairings, experts explain how everyday food choices can improve haemoglobin levels and when diet alone may not be enough

US Visa Bulletin January: Green card queue shortens for Indian EB-1, EB-5

Family-sponsored green cards remain largely unchanged, while employment-based categories see modest forward movement for Indians

How isabgol improves gut function and supports weight management

Long used for digestion, psyllium husk or isabgol is now being linked to better gut health, appetite control and modest weight loss. Here's how it works and how to use it safely

SC denies plea on quality of packaged water, terms it 'luxury litigation'

Questioning the plea, CJI Kant asked where drinking water was even available in the country, noting that many people lack access to it and that concerns over the quality of bottled water come later

Bihar men get ₹10,000 under women employment scheme; govt rules out recovery

The Bihar government said it will not force 470 men to return ₹10,000 wrongly credited under Mahila Rojgar Yojana; officials say errors happened, mostly funds went to women

Home loan rates in Dec start at 7.10%: Check best offers and terms

While property prices remain high, state-owned lenders are providing vital relief by holding interest rates at competitive levels

Immigration officers, not visa, decide legal US stay for Indian visitors

The US Embassy in India says the length of stay is fixed by a border officer on arrival and recorded on the I-94 form

Sitharaman tables Securities Markets Code Bill: What it is, key features

According to the government, the existing laws are very old and do not fully match the current markets and technology

H-1B visa delays: Losing your job could block US entry, trigger $100k fee

Expanded US social media checks have pushed H-1B interviews into 2026, leaving Indian professionals abroad facing job and travel risks

Pigeon feeding under fire: Why bans are spreading across Indian states

As authorities cite health risks from pigeon droppings, cities like Mumbai and Bangalore move to restrict feeding, even as communities push back

'DMK is an evil force': TVK's Vijay in first rally since Karur tragedy

Throughout his speech, Vijay criticised the DMK over issues like law and order and the row over Tamil Nadu seeking exemption from the NEET exam

Car loan rates in Dec start at 7.45%: Check best offer of lenders

State-owned lenders are lead year-end financing deals by slashing interest costs to attract customers

SBI, PNB, Canara, IOB cut loan rates: What it means for borrowers

Following the RBI's repo rate cut, major public-sector lenders are offering relief to home and auto loan borrowers

India eases business visa norms in boost for Chinese manufacturing experts

The changes in visa rules are aimed at reducing delays and cutting paperwork that had slowed down visa approvals over the past few years

Do you feel time speeding up after 35? Five habits to slow ageing down

After 35, your sleep, heart, muscles and metabolism start shifting subtly. An NHS doctor shares five simple daily habits, from morning light to strength work, that can help you age better

Sudden deaths under 45: Why 'healthy-looking' can be dangerously misleading

Sudden heart deaths in 'fit-looking' adults under 45 are often linked to silent coronary artery disease. An Apollo doctor explains why it hides, what raises risk, and what checks help

India consolidating role as global services exporter; EU, China lag: KKR

While Europe doesn't have a strong system for offering financial services, China needs a stronger domestic services industry to create jobs and help its economy move out of deflation

Why was India excluded from 'Pax Silica' tech bloc? US official responds

The US-led Pax Silica initiative seeks to secure the global silicon and AI supply chain. While Quad partners Japan and Australia are included, India's absence has raised questions