Chandigarh is a city often compared to the rich and luxury. Also known as India’s most well-planned city, Chandigarh has transformed into a hub of ultra-premium real estate. The city offers something rare in the country, which is low-density luxury living. There are some sectors in Chandigarh, especially the single-digit ones, which have emerged as…
A new study shows that households of H‑1B visa holders contribute significantly more to public finances than typical American households. On average, an H‑1B household provides a net fiscal contribution of $30,050 annually, compared with $11,530 for the average US household.The research was conducted by Adam Ozimek and Sarah Eckhardt, and it examines the impact…
Stocks to BUY, SELL or HOLD Today, April 7: Investors looking for opportunities in 2026 have mixed signals from top brokers. Maruti Suzuki remains a strong buy, with Goldman Sachs assigning a target of Rs 15,800, reflecting confidence in its growth prospects. Vedanta and Hindalco have also received upgrades to Buy from JP Morgan, with…
NEW DELHI: In the wards of AIIMS Delhi, Nisha Mehta trained as a nurse. Today, she stands at the helm of Nepal’s healthcare system. An alumna of the institution’s College of Nursing (2006–2010), Mehta’s appointment as Nepal’s health minister is seen as a milestone not just for the facility but for the entire nursing profession.Those…
In many parts of India, summer temperatures regularly cross 40°C. In such conditions, a car’s air conditioner is not just a comfort feature but almost a necessity. Yet many times we notice that the car AC does not cool as effectively after a few years of use. The air from the vents may feel weak,…
NEW DELHI: The Centre has notified two crucial changes to foreign direct investment rules — the first relating to flows from neighbouring countries such as China and the second allowing up to 100% investment in insurance business — as it seeks to step up inflows amid a weak rupee.Starting May 1, companies with up to…
The US Justice Department has labelled AI firm Anthropic a national security risk, rejecting its free speech claims in a lawsuit. The Pentagon argues Anthropic’s refusal to allow ‘any lawful use’ of its AI models poses a sabotage risk during combat. This dispute, stemming from contract disagreements over AI usage, could cost Anthropic billions, while…
The April 2026 visa bulletin brought good news for Indian Green Card applicants as the employment-based Green Card process sees constant forward movement for Indians. For EB-2 and EB-3 India, the Dates for Filing have advanced to January 15, 2015 in a significant jump compared to the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, where EB-2 India was…
It’s no surprise that Reese Witherspoon turned author last month with the suspense novel Gone Before Goodbye, which she’s co-written with Harlan Coben. Her trajectory in the past eight years, particularly on streaming, has been leading up to this milestone. She loves breaking new ground, is a sucker for suspense and a voracious reader, and…
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced the formation of seven empowered groups to assess the implications of the ongoing military conflict in West Asia on energy supplies, essential commodities and supply chains, and chart a strategy to cushion its impact on the Indian economy.In a statement in Rajya Sabha, Modi said the conflict…
