Tag Archive: UnitedStates

US tightens H-1B visa rules, but programme remains in place

New US H-1B rules have raised concerns among Indian IT professionals and American companies, though the visa programme has not been abolished.

Trump Shares Map Showing Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’

U.S. President Donald Trump shared a map showing the Strait of Hormuz as the “Trump Strait” amid continuing tensions between the United States and Iran.

US announces new visa restrictions targeting birth tourism network operators

The United States has announced new visa restrictions targeting people and networks accused of knowingly engaging in or facilitating birth tourism.

Xi reaches US after 11 years, set to meet Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in the United States after 11 years and is set to hold bilateral talks with President Donald Trump.

Iranian President Arrives in US Amid War, to Address UN

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in New York amid the ongoing US-Iran war and is set to address the 81st UN General Assembly.

Iran Holds Major Pro-Government Rally, 600,000 Register for Volunteer Force

A major pro-government rally was held in Tehran after the war with the United States and Israel began, with Iran saying over 600,000 registered for the Janfada-e-Iran campaign.

Trump Signals Possible Renewed Military Action Against Iran Amid Conflict

US President Donald Trump has said he will soon decide whether to resume large-scale military action against Iran amid the continuing conflict.

US Job Route Could Become Costly for Foreign Students After Studies

The Trump administration has moved forward a proposal to impose a fee of up to $100,000, or around Rs 96 lakh, on OPT for international students.

US Claims Strike on Suspected Drug-Smuggling Boat in Caribbean Sea

The United States has claimed it targeted a boat on a suspected drug-smuggling route in the Caribbean Sea, with US Southern Command saying three people were killed.

US bans imports of Canadian dairy, alcohol amid trade tensions

Growing trade tensions between the United States and Canada have taken a new turn, with the US banning imports of some Canadian dairy products and alcoholic beverages from September 29, 2026.

US prepares 2027 plan as Middle East conflict may drag on

The US is reportedly extending some Middle East military deployments until 2027 amid the ongoing confrontation with Iran, raising concerns over prolonged pressure on troops and resources.

Trump warns Iran: ‘A bigger attack is still to come’

Trump warned Iran of an even tougher response after US military strikes, as Tehran claimed retaliation and fears of wider Middle East conflict grew.

Iran retaliates after US strike on Larak Island rocket launchers

Tensions between the United States and Iran have risen after a US strike on Larak Island and Iran’s claimed retaliatory attacks on US bases in Jordan.

US strikes in Hormuz after nearly a month of calm

After nearly a month of calm, the US struck two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider conflict.

Iran retaliates after US strike on launchers near Hormuz Strait

Military tensions between the United States and Iran have risen after a US strike on Larak Island and Iran’s claimed retaliation against US bases in Jordan.

Iran retaliates after US strikes IRGC launchers on Larak Island

The US struck IRGC rocket launchers on Iran’s Larak Island, while Iran claimed missile retaliation against US bases in Jordan.

Iran Claims Strong Retaliation After US Strike on Larak Island

Military tensions between the United States and Iran have risen sharply after a US strike on IRGC rocket launchers on Larak Island and Iran’s claimed retaliation.

Iran says it fired missiles at US bases in Jordan

Tensions between the United States and Iran have risen again after the IRGC claimed it fired ballistic missiles at two US military bases in Jordan.

Pakistan Claims Key Role in Facilitating Recent Iran-US Dialogue Efforts

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has claimed his government helped facilitate Iran-US dialogue, triggering political debate and opposition demands for proof.

Hope for Ceasefire in West Asia, Challenge of Lasting Peace

Hope for a ceasefire in West Asia raises relief, but lasting peace will require diplomacy, trust, political solutions and regional stability.