Indian-American entrepreneur Ankur Jain has emerged as one of the biggest wealth gainers in New York, according to the Hurun Global Rich List 2026. The report shows that 36-year-old Jain’s net worth surged by 217 per cent in the past year, driven largely by the growth of his housing startup that focuses on tackling high…
The United States has said its decision to grant India a temporary waiver to purchase certain Russian oil supplies is a short-term move aimed at stabilising global crude prices amid supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East.US energy secretary Chris Wright said the measure is intended to quickly bring oil stored in floating…
India’s Sanju Samson (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) Sanju Samson may not have begun the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as a regular in India’s playing XI, but the Kerala batter has since turned the tournament into a memorable one with crucial performances at key moments.The 31-year-old right-hander has delivered when it has mattered the most,…
Harvard University has laid off 55 employees from its Alumni Affairs and Development office, the unit responsible for alumni engagement and fundraising, as the university continues a series of cost cutting steps amid financial pressure.The layoffs were announced to employees on Tuesday by Alumni Affairs and Development Vice President James J. Husson in an internal…
Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja have been making headlines for the past few months amid rumours and public remarks about their personal life. Sunita had also made several claims in interviews, alleging that the actor had been cheating and suggesting that he was involved with a newcomer who was allegedly blackmailing him. Now, addressing…
The latest season of MasterChef India which celebrated the spirit of ‘Pride of India,’ has ended after a spectacular and emotional grand finale. The season officially crowned Nagpur’s brother duo, Vikram and Ajinkya Gandhe, as the winners. The duo lifted the coveted trophy and donned the prestigious Golden Apron.This year the show introduced a unique…
Canada has launched a programme to transition skilled temporary foreign workers to permanent residence, immigration minister Lena Metlege Diab confirmed, amid concerns that rising numbers of migrants are running out of legal status.The programme aims to grant permanent status to 33,000 workers in in-demand sectors over two years. It was first announced in November, but…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed changes to its framework on customer liability in digital banking frauds, aiming to widen protection for users and ensure quicker resolution of complaints related to unauthorised electronic transactions.The central bank on Friday issued draft amendment directions and invited comments from stakeholders and members of the public by…
Mumbai: India’s Shivam Dube (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) New Delhi: Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir had once famously shared his strong belief that batting orders are very overrated in white-ball cricket, drawing scrutiny. While the mentality has resulted in mixed results on other occasions, it certainly paid off handsomely in India’s T20 World Cup 2026…
US H-1B visa changes in 2026 reshape global tech hiring and career pathways The global race for highly skilled talent—especially in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies—is intensifying. Yet, in the United States, immigration policy shifts are creating new challenges for employers and international professionals alike. As visa rules evolve and costs rise, companies are reassessing…
