Washington, March 20 (IANS) US lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill to protect a key work programme for international students, aiming to retain foreign graduates, including thousands from India, amid rising global competition for skilled talent.
Washington, March 20 (IANS) The H-1B visa programme, a key route for Indian professionals to work in the United States, came under fresh scrutiny in Congress this week as lawmakers debated reforms to support economic growth and address labour shortages in an ageing workforce.
Washington, March 20 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told US President Donald Trump at the White House that she believed “it is only you, Donald, who can achieve peace across the world”, offering strong public backing as the two leaders discussed Iran, energy security, and turmoil in the Middle East.
Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) Fashion designer and filmmaker, Manish Malhotra’s mother, Garima Malhotra passed away at the age of 94 on Thursday.
Aizawl, March 19 (IANS) Shillong Lajong FC rode a brace by Phrangki Buam to defeat Chanmari FC 2-1 in Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on Thursday. The win takes them to the top of the table with seven points from four games, ahead of Rajasthan United on goal difference. Chanmari are sixth with five points from as many games.
New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) In a strong display of diplomatic support, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on Thursday to convey warm Eid greetings and firmly reiterate India’s condemnation of the recent attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf region.
Mumbai, March 19 (IANS) Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) will take government advice on playing India in this year's FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, as the tension between the two countries has spilt over into sports, a news report said on Thursday.
New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) have suffered a setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, with England’s all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the tournament due to a suspected groin injury.
Washington, March 19 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told President Donald Trump on Thursday that she believed he alone could deliver peace in a world facing a severe security crisis, as the two leaders met at the White House against the backdrop of tensions in the Middle East and growing fears over the global economy.
Lucknow, March 19 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) intensified their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 preparations by participating in a high-scoring practice match against UP T20 League side Kashi Rudras at the Sports Galaxy Cricket Academy on Thursday.
