United States of America: News
11 Apr 2018
FacebookMistakes and Apology: Yes, Resignation: No. That's Zuck for you.
In his first ever appearance before the US Congress, Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg took personal responsibility for the Cambridge Analytica data breach scandal.
11 Apr 2018
IndiaDefence Expo begins; major military firms showcase latest weapons
India's mega defense exhibition, Defense Expo-2018, began today with the participation of major global and domestic military firms, which are eyeing billions of dollars of contract as part of the country's military modernization program.
11 Apr 2018
IndiaIndia to grow 7.3% this fiscal, 7.6% in next: ADB
India's economic growth is expected to rebound to 7.3% this fiscal and further to 7.6% in 2019-20 with increased productivity post-GST and investment revival due to banking reform said the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
11 Apr 2018
FacebookFacebook will maintain integrity of elections in India: Mark Zuckerberg
In his first ever appearance before the US Congress on Tuesday, Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg took personal responsibility for the Cambridge Analytica data-breach scandal.
11 Apr 2018
Indian GovernmentPlanning to study abroad? Here are 8 prestigious international scholarships
Many Indians seek opportunities to study abroad at top universities after Class-12 or graduation. However, many face financial obstacles that often prevent them from pursuing their dreams.
10 Apr 2018
YouTubeOfficial YouTube video of Despacito deleted, now restored
The official music video of the hit song Despacito on YouTube was briefly deleted from the website by a group of hackers; it has now been restored. The video was posted on Vevo's YouTube account.
10 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpTrump denounces raids on his personal lawyer Michael Cohen's office
US President Donald Trump on Monday slammed the FBI raids on his long-time personal lawyer Michael Cohen.
10 Apr 2018
FacebookAre you affected by Facebook data breach? Know more
Starting April 9, Facebook would start notifying users if their data was harvested by Cambridge Analytica.
09 Apr 2018
FacebookUS lawmakers to probe Zuckerberg over Facebook data-privacy controversy
Mark Zuckerberg will be grilled by a US senate panel on Tuesday and the House of Representatives lawmakers on Wednesday over the data-breach scandal as pressure mounts for stricter regulations for social media platforms.
09 Apr 2018
TechnologyApple may introduce iPhone 8 (PRODUCT)RED edition today
Apple will reportedly introduce the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED editions today.
08 Apr 2018
Pakistan NewsPakistan prepares bill to ban Hafiz Saeed, JuD, other terrorists
Pakistan is reportedly working on a draft bill to permanently ban Hafiz Saeed-led JuD and other terror groups and individuals already on the watchlist of the interior ministry.
08 Apr 2018
Pakistan NewsPakistan summons US envoy over biker's death involving American diplomat
Pakistan on Sunday summoned US Ambassador David Hale to register "a strong protest" against the killing of a Pakistani citizen by a US official in a road accident in Islamabad.
08 Apr 2018
SyriaSyrian war: At least 70 killed in suspected gas attack
According to preliminary reports, at least 70 people have been killed in a gas attack in the city of Douma, the last rebel-held city in Syria.
08 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpUS authorities shut down sex ads website Backpage
In a bid to crackdown sex trafficking in the country, US law enforcement agencies have shutdown sex advertisement website Backpage.com and its affiliates.
07 Apr 2018
Canada14 killed in bus crash involving Canadian junior hockey team
As many as 14 people are said to have been killed in a road accident involving the ice hockey team bus and a truck in Canada.
07 Apr 2018
H-1B VisaUS Immigration: Cap for H-1B visas reached for 2019
The Congressionally-mandated cap of 65,000 for H-1B visas has been reached for the fiscal year 2019, according to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) latest statement.
07 Apr 2018
FacebookIt's time you stop trusting Mark Zuckerberg with your information
Mark Zuckerberg is a deeply ambitious man with a penchant for making mistakes and negating/avoiding them for as long as he can. When he cannot, he apologizes, promises to do better and moves on to the next big mistake.
06 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpDonald Trump finally breaks silence on affair with porn star
After months of a porn star alleging that she had an affair with him in 2006 and was paid to not disclose it, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was unaware about the $130,000 given to Stormy Daniels, once again denying all accusations.
06 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpTrump now wants to hit China with $100bn tariffs
Ignoring cries of a "trade war," US President Trump has now asked his officials to consider a further $100bn of tariffs against China. This action was prompted after "China's unfair retaliation" against the earlier US tariffs worth $50bn.
06 Apr 2018
XTwitter removed 1.2 million terrorist accounts since August 2015
Twitter has published its 12th biannual Twitter Transparency Report, where it revealed that the micro-blogging platform has removed 1.2 million accounts for "promoting terrorism" since August 2015.
05 Apr 2018
IndiaIndia-Russia to ink Rs. 39,000cr defense deal in October
India will reportedly finalize Rs. 39,000cr deal with Russia for the S-400 Triumf air defense missile systems in October when PM Modi and President Putin would meet in New Delhi for the India-Russia annual summit.
05 Apr 2018
IndiaTrade deficit with India dropped to $22.9bn in 2017: US
The trade deficit between India and the US had dropped by 5.9% ($ 1.4bn) to $22.9bn in 2017 as compared to the previous year, said the National Trade Estimate 2018 released by the US Trade Representative (USTR).
05 Apr 2018
Facebook87 million users affected by Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal
Facebook has revealed that a maximum of 87 million users could have been affected by the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal.
05 Apr 2018
FacebookAfter Facebook, BlackBerry sues Snapchat's parent company for patent infringement
A month after suing Facebook for patent infringement, BlackBerry has now accused Snap Inc. of using its patented technology in the Snapchat app.
04 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpUS-China trade war ensues as Beijing responds with tariffs
Trade tensions between US and China have escalated. Now, Beijing has responded in kind to US plans of hitting hundreds of Chinese imports with new taxes.
04 Apr 2018
CognizantHC partially unfreezes Cognizant's bank-accounts, orders payment of Rs. 420cr
A week after freezing bank accounts of Cognizant Technology Solutions in a Rs. 2,500cr tax-evasion case, the Madras HC has asked it to pay 15% (Rs. 420cr) to I-T in two days.
04 Apr 2018
YouTubeYouTube shooter was angry at company for 'censorship,' 'discrimination'
A woman identified as Nasim Aghdam, YouTube employee, opened fire at the company's California headquarters yesterday, injuring three before apparently shooting herself.
04 Apr 2018
WorldUS proposes $50 billion tariffs on 1,300 Chinese products
The United States today announced a proposed list of products imported from China that could be subject to additional tariffs of 25% amounting to $50 billion.
03 Apr 2018
IndiaGoogle to launch mid-range Pixel smartphone, Pixelbook laptop in India
Google is planning to roll out several of its consumer products in India including a mid-range Pixel smartphone, Google Home smart speakers, its premium laptop Pixelbook, the Google Wi-Fi system, and intelligent home automation products such as doorbell, camera, alarm system, and smoke detector, which are all sold under its Nest brand.
03 Apr 2018
H-1B VisaStricter H-1B norms forces companies to mull other options
The US' tighter restrictions on the H-1B visas, popular among highly skilled Indians looking to move abroad, have affected both applicants and prospective employers.
03 Apr 2018
Pakistan NewsUS designates Hafiz Saeed's party as terrorist organization
In a notable move, the US on Monday designated Lashkar-e-Taiba's political front, the Milli Muslim League (MML), as a terrorist organization. Simultaneously, seven top officials of the MML have also been labeled Specially Designated Global Terrorists.
03 Apr 2018
WorldAmid unprecedented scrutiny, Trump administration begins H-1B visa application process
The US has started accepting applications for H-1B visas, considered as the most sought-after work visa among highly skilled Indian professionals, amidst unprecedented scrutiny by the Trump administration.
03 Apr 2018
South KoreaStart-up developing hangover cures raises $8 million
82Labs, a US-based start-up that manufactures drinks to reduce morning-after hangovers, has raised $8 million in fresh funding from investors like Altos Ventures, Slow Ventures, Strong Ventures, and Thunder Road Capital.
02 Apr 2018
Taylor SwiftTeens have moved on from cocaine. They now "snort" condoms
Not all resurrections are pleasant. Case in point, the "condom snorting challenge" which has found its way back on the Internet after 2013.
02 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpChina hits-back at US, imposes tariffs on imports worth $3bn
Days after proposing tariffs on American products, China has made it official for 128 items imported from the US, including pork and wine.
02 Apr 2018
Donald TrumpApplication for H-1B visas opens today: All you should know
The toughest ever application process for the US' H-1B, considered the most sought-after work visa among highly skilled Indian professionals, begins today.
02 Apr 2018
IndiaUS scrutinizes India's plans to buy defense system from Russia
Though India is a sovereign democracy which makes its own decisions, parleying with conflicting world powers is usually a tricky affair.
02 Apr 2018
PepsiCoMeet Vera, the Russian robot that is hiring humans
Last year, a McKinsey study found that automation would take '800 million jobs by 2030'. Fast-forward to today, Robots have found yet another job.
01 Apr 2018
IndiaIndia, key partner in promoting strategic energy security goals: US
A day after India received its first LNG cargo from the US under a long-term supply deal, the Trump administration has said that New Delhi is a key partner in promoting its strategic energy security goals.
01 Apr 2018
WorldH-1B application process begins tomorrow; 'zero-tolerance' even for minor errors
Amidst unprecedented scrutiny by the Trump administration, the process of filing petitions for H-1B, considered as the most sought-after work visa among highly skilled Indian professionals, begins tomorrow for the fiscal year 2019.
