OPT students may soon lose tax exemption under US lawmakers’ proposal

A new provision in the proposed DIGNITY Act of 2025 could end the long-standing tax exemption for international students working under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme. If passed, OPT participants would be required to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes, significantly increasing their financial burden and potentially altering the appeal of studying and working…

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‘Domination through impact is new norm’: CDS says metrics of victory changes in modern warfare; gives example of ‘Operation Sindoor’

Speaking in the context of Operation Sindoor, the CDS said, “If you look at how did we measure victory (in the) past when you talk about domination victory, we naturally associated victory with either capture of territory, number of people or equipment you killed or number of PWs you captured, loss of equipment, economic destruction,…

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Exes Isha Malviya and Abhishek Kumar collaborate for an upcoming project amid their ugly breakup; Netizens react

Abhishek and Isha surprised fans by officially announcing a professional reunion via a poster on social media, sparking mixed reactions. While some expressed excitement, others were shocked by the unexpected collaboration. Isha previously revealed in an interview that their past relationship ended due to Abhishek’s aggression and its negative impact on her career, despite her…

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‘Largest democracy should support Ukraine’: Don Bacon criticses India over oil row; X calls out Congressman’s ‘hypocritical’ post

Nebraska Congressman Don Bacon faced criticism on X after suggesting India should pay dearly for purchasing Russian energy. Users pointed out the hypocrisy, noting that the US and Europe also rely on Russian energy sources. The community note on Bacon’s post highlighted that singling out India was unfair, given the broader context of global energy…

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Why red light is essential for flowering plants and indoor gardening: Benefits and how to use

Red light is gaining popularity among indoor gardeners for its crucial role in photosynthesis, particularly during flowering and fruiting stages. Modern growers favor red LED grow lights for their energy efficiency and ability to customize light wavelengths. Effective use of red light involves balancing duration and spectrum to optimize plant growth without causing stress, ensuring…

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Meet Kishore Kumar’s granddaughter; Shah Rukh Khan’s junior— who became a tarot reader and spiritual guide

Kishore Kumar’s legacy extends beyond music through his granddaughter, Vrinda Ganguly, who has carved her own path as a spiritual guide and tarot expert. Unlike her father and sister, who embraced music, Vrinda chose a different calling. Trained at the same acting school as Shah Rukh Khan, she opted for spiritual mentorship, amassing a considerable…

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