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How proposed US citizenship fee hike will impact applicants; Indians among hardest hit

AI generated image, used only for representational purpose The US department of homeland security (DHS) has proposed a sharp increase in filing fees for naturalisation applications, a move that could significantly raise the cost of acquiring American citizenship for permanent residents (green card holders), including thousands of Indians eligible to apply each year.Under the proposal,...

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Trump waives sanctions on Iran crude oil: What it means for India

The US Treasury announced a sanctions waiver for Iran’s petroleum valid until August 21. (AI image) The United States on Monday granted Iran a 60-day sanctions waiver following the first round of discussions under a newly emerging peace arrangement. US Vice President JD Vance said meetings with Iranian representatives in Switzerland had created a solid...

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Gavaskar pushes for rest window, says player rotation is ‘cheapening the India cap’

Sunil Gavaskar, Shubman Gill Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to prioritise player welfare and ensure centrally contracted cricketers get at least one month of uninterrupted rest every year.His comments come after India completed a 3-0 ODI series sweep over Afghanistan, shortly after the conclusion...

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UAE eyes India’s BrahMos, Akashteer: How strike-and-shield systems could boost Gulf defence

Photo credit: Reuters The United Arab Emirates reported interest in acquiring India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and Akashteer air-defence system reflects its broader efforts to strength both its offensive and defensive capabilities while diversifying military suppliers beyond its traditional western partners.According to a Reuters report, India and the UAE are holding preliminary discussions on the...

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‘Starstruck’ by Sooryavanshi: Broad quips ‘he’s even getting into sledging now’

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) Former England pacer Stuart Broad has said he cannot wait to watch 15-year-old Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in action during the upcoming T20I series in the UK, admitting he may even be “starstruck” if he sees the youngster in the series opener in Durham.Sooryavanshi, who recently stunned the cricket world...

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Ayodhya donation scam probe: SIT submits preliminary report to UP govt

A Special Investigation Team has submitted its initial findings to the Uttar Pradesh government regarding allegations of embezzlement of donations for the Ayodhya Ram temple Lucknow: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted to probe allegations of embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Tuesday submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the...

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