S. Korea urges oil refiners to refrain from excessive price hikes

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:44 AM

Seoul, March 9 (IANS) Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan on Monday called on major oil refiners to refrain from excessively raising prices amid a recent surge in international crude oil prices due to the ongoing Middle East situation, his office said.

H-1B bill seeks to reverse Trump rules

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:26 AM

Washington, March 9 (IANS) A Democratic lawmaker has introduced a legislation in the US House of Representatives seeking to nullify President Donald Trump’s proclamation that imposed strict wage requirements and steep fees on employers hiring H-1B visa workers.

Houston tribute to ‘Vande Mataram’ at 150

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:18 AM

Washington, March 9 (IANS) The Consulate General of India in Houston hosted a cultural evening to mark the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the iconic national song composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.