Trump unveils Gold Card to retain top foreign talent in US

IANS | December 11, 2025 7:17 AM

Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) US President Donald Trump announced a new “Trump Gold Card” programme that he said would allow companies to retain top graduates from American universities -- including thousands from India -- ending what he described as a “ridiculous” system that forces skilled talent to leave after completing their studies.

Indian national gets 90-month US sentence for $2.2 million elder fraud

IANS | December 11, 2025 7:01 AM

Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) A US district judge has sentenced an Indian national to 90 months in federal prison for his role in a sweeping imposter-fraud conspiracy that targeted elderly residents across five Midwestern states and caused intended losses exceeding $2.2 million.

PM Modi to host special dinner for NDA MPs today

IANS | December 11, 2025 6:52 AM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host a dinner for all NDA Members of Parliament on Thursday at his official residence in New Delhi, marking one of the major interactions of the alliance after its victory in the Bihar Assembly elections.

Democrats warn Trump tariffs risk ‘losing India’ at pivotal moment

IANS | December 11, 2025 6:37 AM

Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) Sharp political criticism dominated a major Congressional hearing, with Democrats warning that President Donald Trump’s tariff regime and confrontational approach toward New Delhi could inflict long-term damage on one of America’s most vital alliances.