United States of America: News
16 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaUS: Why tech workers on H-1B visa are at risk
Indian tech workers in the US, mostly H-1B visa holders, are facing heightened uncertainty amid a wave of layoffs.
16 Apr 2025
Travel And TourismNobody wants to visit US, hence it may lose $20B
The US is witnessing a major economic blow in the form of a sharp decline in foreign tourism.
16 Apr 2025
EuropeToilet paper, eye makeup might become costlier in EU
The European Union (EU) has warned of retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods, such as toilet paper, soybeans, eye makeup, etc.
16 Apr 2025
IndiaNew biometric rule for US visas: How it affects Indians
The latest biometric registration rule by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has left Indian nationals in the country confused.
16 Apr 2025
ChinaSome Chinese goods face 245% tariffs—Here's the math behind it
A recent White House fact sheet has caused confusion over US tariffs on Chinese goods, with some reports suggesting a massive 245% rate.
16 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA banned from exporting chips to China, faces $5.5B loss
NVIDIA has projected a quarterly loss of about $5.5 billion, after it was restricted from exporting its H20 graphics processing units (GPUs) to China and other select regions.
16 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpSeth Rogen's Trump roast cut from award show broadcast
Actor and comedian Seth Rogen's onstage roast of American President Donald Trump at the Breakthrough Prizes has been edited out of the awards show's official upload.
14 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA says it will manufacture AI chips in the US
NVIDIA has announced plans to manufacture artificial intelligence (AI) chips in the United States.
14 Apr 2025
ChinaCan't afford a Birkin bag? The Chinese have a solution
Chinese suppliers are offering products similar in quality to those made for high-end brands like Birkin, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Bobbi Brown on social media, but without the brands' logos.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpHedge fund billionaire warns US facing 'something worse than recession'
Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio has voiced his fears over how Donald Trump's trade policies could affect the US economy.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMarrying an American? Your Green Card now requires tougher interviews
The pathway for spouses of US citizens to enter the country with a Green Card now involves increased scrutiny.
14 Apr 2025
Federal Aviation AdministrationUS helicopter company shut down after crash kills Siemens CEO
The helicopter tour company involved in last week's crash that killed Siemens CEO Agustin Escobar and his family is closing down right away.
14 Apr 2025
IranWhat happened at the US-Iran nuclear meeting in Muscat?
Iran and the United States of America will hold indirect nuclear talks next week, with Oman acting as the mediator.
13 Apr 2025
Sun PharmaGlenmark, Sun Pharma recall products in US over manufacturing issues
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. have started recalling products in the US over manufacturing issues.
13 Apr 2025
ChinaIndian exporters benefit from US tariffs on Chinese e-commerce shipments
The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on low-value Chinese e-commerce shipments has opened a new opportunity for Indian exporters, especially those dealing in customized goods.
13 Apr 2025
HyderabadNeed US visa? These Indian cities have fastest appointment dates
The waiting time for US B1/B2 visitor visas has reduced considerably in major cities across India.
13 Apr 2025
WorldHelicopter that crashed with Siemens CEO didn't have flight recorder
All six people onboard a helicopter that crashed near Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, have been killed. Among the victims is a senior executive of Siemens AG, his wife, and three children.
13 Apr 2025
AudiWhy Audi has recalled almost 44,400 cars in the US
Audi has started recalling 44,387 vehicles in the US over a faulty digital driver display.
13 Apr 2025
IranIran, US to continue nuclear program discussions next week
Iran and the United States of America will continue discussions on Tehran's fast-moving nuclear program next week, Iranian state television announced on Saturday.
12 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpDonald Trump exempts chips, smartphones, and computers from reciprocal tariffs
US Customs and Border Protection has clarified that smartphones, computers, and chips are exempt from President Donald Trump's recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports.
12 Apr 2025
IndiaIndian living in US? Now carry an ID 24/7
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new policy.
11 Apr 2025
ChinaChina imposes 125% tariffs on US goods, escalating trade tensions
In a major escalation of its ongoing trade war with the US, China has announced an increase in tariffs on American goods to 125% starting Saturday.
11 Apr 2025
InflationGold prices hit record high of ₹93,400 per 10g
Gold prices hit all-time highs in the global and Indian markets on Friday as a wave of investors rushed to the precious metal as a safe haven amid global economic uncertainty.
11 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy US is under fire for abandoning war-torn, earthquake-ravaged Myanmar
Criticism of the United States for its perceived lack of support for Myanmar has emerged following the recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which has killed at least 3,550 people.
10 Apr 2025
WorldWho's Anurag Bajpayee, billion-dollar tech CEO exposed for frequenting brothels
Clean-water start-up Gradiant has stood by its CEO Anurag Bajpayee after he was arrested in early 2025 in a Boston-area prostitution sting operation.
09 Apr 2025
ChinaChinese shares might be delisted from US stock exchanges
In a major escalation of the ongoing US-China trade dispute, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has hinted that Chinese stocks could be removed from American exchanges.
09 Apr 2025
IndiaWhy Indian students in US might soon lose working rights
A new bill in the US Congress has sent waves of anxiety among international students, including Indians.
09 Apr 2025
ChinaWatch: AI video mocking American workers as obese goes viral
An AI-generated video has gone viral on Chinese social media, mocking US President Donald Trump's "reindustrialization" strategy to revive American factories.
09 Apr 2025
IndiaProtests, parking fines: Why your US visa might get canceled
International students in the US are at a greater risk of losing their visas than ever before.
09 Apr 2025
Donald Trump'Kissing my a—': Trump mocks countries eager for trade deals
US President Donald Trump has mocked world leaders keen to seal trade deals with the United States.
09 Apr 2025
MetaEx-Meta executive to testify that firm helped China in AI
Former Meta executive, Sarah Wynn-Williams, is set to testify before the US Congress over her allegations against the social media giant.
09 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMeghan doesn't think US tariffs will affect 'As ever' products
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, launched her lifestyle brand, As ever, with a collection of eight products on April 2.
08 Apr 2025
Donald Trump69% of CEOs predict recession due to Trump's tariffs: Survey
According to a recent CNBC survey, an alarming 69% of CEOs expect an impending recession in the US.
08 Apr 2025
IndiaIndia's GDP calculation is flawed, says Hotmail founder Sabeer Bhatia
Sabeer Bhatia, the co-founder of Hotmail, has raised concerns over how India measures its economic growth.
08 Apr 2025
IndiaUS student visa revoked? Here's what Indians can do next
In a recent development, the US Department of State has canceled over 300 student and exchange visitor visas.
07 Apr 2025
GermanyGermany urges EU to deploy 'anti-coercion' tool against US tariffs
Germany has called on the European Union (EU) to consider deploying its strongest weapon, the "anti-coercion instrument," against US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
07 Apr 2025
Stock MarketWhat is India VIX and how it reflects market turmoil
India's volatility index (India VIX), or business fear gauge, has surged over 59% to 21.94 today.
07 Apr 2025
IndiaAfter US, EU urges India to remove car import tariffs
As part of a trade agreement, the European Union (EU) is urging the Indian government to remove high tariffs on car imports.
07 Apr 2025
WorldPalestinian-American teenager killed by Israeli forces in West Bank
Israeli soldiers shot dead a 14-year-old Palestinian-American boy, Omar Muhammad Saadeh Rabee, during a counterterrorism operation in the West Bank town of Turmus Ayya, Palestinian officials said.
07 Apr 2025
IndiaTrump's tariffs are bad but these Indian sectors may gain
India's exports to the US are expected to fall by $5.76 billion (6.41%) in 2025 due to tariffs imposed with the Donald Trump administration, a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has found.
07 Apr 2025
iPhoneUS: iPhone blamed for including journalist in classified military chats
A recent incident involving the US government's use of Signal, an encrypted messaging app, has sparked controversy.
07 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaWhy H-1B visa holders should not leave US right now
H-1B visa holders in the US are facing a unique challenge this year: top tech companies are advising employees to limit international travel.
06 Apr 2025
IndiaIndian toy industry to benefit from US tariffs on rivals
India's toy industry is preparing to capitalize on high US tariffs on rival nations such as China and Vietnam.
06 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaFailed H-1B lottery? Indians can try for these visas instead
Results have been declared for the 2026 H-1B visa lottery, leaving many hopefuls dejected. Demand has once again exceeded supply.
06 Apr 2025
Elon MuskMusk-led DOGE hosting hackathon for easier access to taxpayer data
Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the US is gearing up to hold a hackathon next week.
05 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaImmigration ombudsman aiding H-1B, Green Card applicants disbanded: What's next?
The Donald Trump administration has dissolved the Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Ombudsman, an important oversight body that played a key role in helping immigrants facing visa-related issues.
05 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpTrump effect: IRS to fire 20,000 employees in the US
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the US has announced mass job cuts, reducing its workforce by up to 25%. This will affect almost 20,000 employees.
05 Apr 2025
WorldWoman serving life for dismembering boyfriend attacks her lawyer
Taylor Schabusiness, a convicted murderer serving life for the brutal dismemberment of her boyfriend, has reportedly assaulted her defense lawyer during a court hearing in Wisconsin, United States of America.
05 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS has begun collecting Trump's 10% tariff on all imports
US customs agents have started enforcing President Donald Trump's unilateral 10% tariff on all imports from several countries.
05 Apr 2025
MetaMeta to terminate fact-checking in US from Monday
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, has announced the end of its fact-checking operations in the US from Monday.
05 Apr 2025
Green CardGreen Card application rules changed: How it affects married couples
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant changes in the Green Card application process for married couples.
05 Apr 2025
TikTokTrump offers TikTok another 75 days to find US buyer
US President Donald Trump has decided to extend the deadline for a potential TikTok ban in the country by another 75 days.
04 Apr 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningUS leads global AI tool usage, followed by India
The US led the world in web traffic to artificial intelligence (AI) tools, with an astonishing 17.46 billion visits last year.
04 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy Conan O'Brien attended Kennedy Center event despite Trump takeover
Comedian Conan O'Brien recently defended his decision to attend the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain event last month, amid the controversy of President Donald Trump's overhaul of the arts center.
03 Apr 2025
AppleApple's shares staring at worst drop in 5 years
Technology stocks took a major hit after US President Donald Trump announced global tariffs.
03 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpIs US headed for a recession? Experts believe so
After US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports, Dow futures plunged 963 points, or 2.3%.
03 Apr 2025
Joe RoganWhat made Joe Rogan criticize Donald Trump
Podcast host and staunch Donald Trump supporter Joe Rogan left his listeners stunned recently when he spoke against the US President.
03 Apr 2025
WorldUS mayor resigns after 'accidentally' sending masturbation video to attorney
Tom Ross has resigned as mayor of Minot, North Dakota, after texting a video of himself masturbating on his lunch break to a city attorney in January.
