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The new travel ban that the Donald Trump administration announced in December as part of its ongoing crackdown on immigration comes into effect on January 1, 2026. Apart from the travel ban, new immigration-related fees, as announced earlier, also come into effect from today. Travel ban from January 1, 2026 The administration expanded the travel…
With the new tax regime now the default option, many taxpayers are discovering that the choice between the old and new regimes is no longer a routine filing decision but one that can significantly impact their tax outgo.Even as the government nudges taxpayers towards a simpler, exemption-light system, many taxpayers continue to opt for the…
Swiss New Year tragedy: Dozens were killed and over 100 injured after a deadly fire erupted at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort during New Year celebrations. NYC’s new mayor: Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani became New York City’s first South Asian and Muslim mayor after being sworn in on the Quran. Indore water crisis: A…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) amplified pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin by sharing a sharply worded editorial that urges Washington to abandon concessions and adopt a tougher line against Moscow. The move came amid mounting frustration over stalled Ukraine peace efforts.The editorial titled Putin ‘attack’ bluster shows Russia is the one…
Vivaan Shah’s casting as Captain Vijendra Malhotra in Sriram Raghavan’s war drama Ikkis, which released today, came about through a curious mix-up that began with a brief, chance meeting. Admitting that such roles rarely come his way, Vivaan says, “Because of the way I look, I have a very boyish appearance, and I am usually…
The rupee slipped 10 paise to close at 89.98 against the US dollar on Thursday, marking a weak start to the first trading session of 2026, as sustained foreign fund outflows and a subdued domestic equity market weighed on investor sentiment, PTI reported.Forex traders said the USD/INR pair moved in a narrow range during the…
Aryna Sabalenka (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images for Tennis Australia) World number one Aryna Sabalenka has signalled that she is eager for a rematch against Nick Kyrgios after being beaten by the Australian in their widely discussed “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition match. The high-profile clash took place in Dubai on Sunday, where Kyrgios claimed…
Mamdani backs mayoral control of NYC schools while pledging greater community involvement Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has reversed his pledge to end mayoral control of New York City’s public schools, signalling a major shift in his education policy stance as he prepares to take office. He said the decision reflects a belief that clear accountability for…
Zahan Kapoor, whose outstanding performance in ‘Black Warrant’ has garnered worldwide recognition, finds himself in a curious situation where acclaim hasn’t yet resulted in fresh projects. He conveys his heartfelt appreciation for the praise received, while also pointing out the industry’s slow pace of work. Zahan Kapoor’s breakout performance in ‘Black Warrant’ earned him global…
Dr. Kaustubh Bondre, recently took to his IG handle to talk about heart health. He spoke about a patient who, despite having a normal ECG, and stress test insisted on getting a CT Angiography done, because he ‘saw it on a podcast.‘ Dr. Bondre added that the man was asymptomatic, and was simply driven by…
