US Gold Card: After H-1B visa fee hike, Trump’s new card draws sharp rise in applicants chasing American dream – ‘interest gone up since revisions’

Donald Trump’s new Gold Card program, offering fast-track US residency for a $1 million “gift,” is sparking significant interest among Indians, especially after H-1B visa fees soared to $100,000. Immigration firms report a sharp rise in queries from tech professionals, though some lawyers note muted interest due to the substantial investment.

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LIC investments in Adani Group as per SOPs, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified that the Finance Ministry does not direct LIC’s investment choices. She stated that LIC’s investments in the Adani Group, amounting to over Rs 48,000 crore in equity and debt, were made independently following standard operating procedures and thorough due diligence. These decisions adhere to regulations set by IRDAI, RBI, and…

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Bigg Boss 19: Prince Narula calls Baseer Ali’s eviction a ‘saazish’; says, “Votes se woh bahar nahi jaa sakta”

Bigg Boss 19’s recent eviction of Baseer Ali and Nehal Chudasama has sparked outrage. Prince Narula, a former winner, believes Baseer’s elimination was a conspiracy, citing his strong fan following and trending status. Many viewers and fellow celebrities echo this sentiment, calling the eviction unfair and questioning the season’s direction without a strong player like…

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7 grammar mistakes even advanced English learners continue to make

Advanced English learners frequently make recurring grammar errors that impact clarity and precision. Common issues include misuse of articles, incorrect subject-verb agreement, preposition errors, confusion between countable and uncountable nouns, misplaced modifiers, incorrect use of conditionals, and overuse of the passive voice. These mistakes have been widely documented in language assessments and academic studies. Accurate…

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SC tears into HC judge for bail to actor Darshan

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the Karnataka High Court’s decision to grant bail to actor Darshan in the Renukaswamy murder case, finding the HC’s reasoning problematic. Justices questioned whether the HC’s order resembled an acquittal and criticized its approach in handling the bail application. Darshan is accused of involvement in the kidnapping, torture, and…

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