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H-1B workers, foreign students now need a US bank account to pay USCIS fees

USCIS has stopped taking cheques and money orders. Immigration applicants must now pay filing fees by US bank account debit or credit card, using new forms

Inflation targeting has worked, but now needs fine-tuning, say economists

Economists at the BS BFSI Summit said India's inflation-targeting framework has anchored expectations and strengthened RBI's credibility, but needs more flexibility and stronger policy coordination

India's growth at 6.5% allows scope for policy easing: RBI Dy Guv Gupta

At Business Standard's BFSI Summit 2025, RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said India's strong growth outlook leaves scope for monetary policy easing while fiscal policy remains conducive for expansion

Lexus unveils futuristic six-wheel concept car at Japan Mobility Show 2025

The company, which once worked to catch up with European automakers, now seeks to move beyond imitation toward innovation and originality

Australia rolls out confidential support for immigrants with expired visas

Australia launches confidential online booking tool to help people with expired visas resolve their immigration status voluntarily and without enforcement pressure

Trump calls PM Modi a 'nicest looking guy, tough as hell' amid trade talks

Donald Trump said the US is doing a trade deal with India and that the two countries have a 'great relationship'

Israeli strikes kill 60 in Gaza after Hamas allegedly violated ceasefire

The Israeli military said that the operation was in response to Hamas attacking its troops in Rafah, a claim denied by the militant group

India sees a sharp rise in strokes among young adults, doctors warn

World stroke day: With nearly 20% of stroke patients now under 45, experts highlight the need for early detection, better lifestyle habits, and awareness of symptoms

SBI's Setty discusses technology spending, talent retention and RBI reforms

Setty welcomed the 22 reforms announced by the Reserve Bank of India during its October Monetary Policy Committee meeting, calling them a 'vote of confidence'

Protein on a budget: Everyday foods that outperform protein bars

From curd and lentils to eggs, discover everyday food items that pack more protein for less, without falling for pricey high-protein products.

Trump likely to discuss fentanyl tariffs, Nvidia's Blackwell chips with Xi

Trump's proposed meeting with Xi will take place on the sidelines of the Apec summit, making it the first between the two leaders since the US President returned to office in January this year

Always tired? New blood test uncovers the mystery of chronic fatigue

After years of being told it's 'all in their head', people with chronic exhaustion may finally get answers as researchers develop a highly accurate blood test for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Tesla looks at internal CEO candidate if Musk leaves over pay package vote

Robyn Denholm, chair of Tesla's board, said to ensure an 'orderly transition, the most likely would be internal'. However, Denholm has not ruled out the possibility of external candidates

H-1B visa: US tech grads lose jobs to cheaper foreign workers, says CEO

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee draws support from Skillstorm CEO, who says US tech graduates are losing jobs to cheaper foreign workers

Second cloud seeding trials fail in Delhi: Here's why it didn't work

Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Manindra Agrawal said the latest cloud seeding attempt was "not completely successful" because the clouds lacked enough moisture

Silk threads, sugar dreams: What remains of Bihar's industrial past

Once a significant industrial state of eastern India, Bihar now stands as a sobering tale of unrealised potential and faded fortunes. Factories that once buzzed with activity now lie silent

Pretty clear I am not allowed to run for a third term, says Donald Trump

Trump's remarks came after House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday said that he did not "see the path" for Trump to seek a third term

Bira 91 loses control of The Beer Cafe to investors amid cash crisis

Japan's Kirin Holdings and lender Anicut Capital have taken over The Beer Cafe from Bira 91's parent firm after it defaulted on loans, deepening the financial troubles of the craft beer maker

Amazon India likely to cut up to 1,000 jobs amid global restructuring

The layoffs are expected across functions such as finance, marketing, human resources, and technology

Q2 results today: BHEL, L&T, Coal India, Varun Beverages, 63 more on Oct 29

Q2FY26 company results: Firms including LIC Housing Finance, Ixigo, United Breweries, NTPC Energy, HPCL, and NMDC are also to release their July-September quarter earnings reports today