President Donald Trump's recent executive order imposing a $100,000 application fee on new H-1B visa petitions has sent shockwaves through the U.S. tech industry. The H-1B visa program has been instrumental in enabling companies to hire highly skilled foreign workers, particularly from India and China. This policy change, which does not affect current visa holders but applies to new applications submitted after September 21, 2025, has led to significant concerns among tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta, all of which rely heavily on the H-1B program to fill critical roles. The immediate impact on India's IT sector has been profound, with companies losing nearly $10 billion in market value. Analysts anticipate a 4% to 13% drop in earnings per share for these firms. This development has prompted Indian companies to reassess their U.S. operations due to increased costs and operational uncertainties. Moreover, the policy may lead to reduced wage growth in India's tech sector, diminished U.S. remittance flows, and potential job disruptions, affecting over 5.6 million jobs supported by the IT sector. In response to the policy, some tech leaders have expressed support, viewing the fee as a means to attract top global talent and reduce misuse of the system. However, others, including Elon Musk and Satya Nadella, have criticized the move, highlighting the foundational role of H-1B visa holders in building American tech giants. The debate underscores the critical role of immigrant talent in shaping the U.S. tech industry. #H1BVisa #TechIndustry #ImmigrationPolicy #USTech #IndianTech #GlobalTalent #VisaFee #EconomicImpact #newsone #TechDebate @DonaldJTrump
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that the Trump administration may reconsider the 25% punitive tariffs imposed on Indian goods due to India's purchase of Russian oil. Following a meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Rubio expressed hope that the tariffs could be "fixed," acknowledging India's strategic importance to the U.S. The tariffs, which effectively doubled duties on Indian exports to the U.S., have strained bilateral trade relations. However, recent discussions between U.S. and Indian officials suggest a potential thaw, with both sides emphasizing the need for sustained engagement to resolve trade tensions. Rubio's comments reflect a willingness to address the issue, even as the U.S. considers additional sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has reached a new 52-week high, with its share price touching ₹16,373.60 on September 24, 2025. This surge was driven by a combination of factors, including a positive analyst upgrade and strong festive season sales. Goldman Sachs recently upgraded the stock to a "Buy" rating, raising its target price to ₹18,900, citing a potential 15% upside from current levels. Additionally, the implementation of GST 2.0 reforms led to significant price reductions on popular models, further boosting consumer demand. The company's performance during the Navratri festival also contributed to the stock's rally, with Maruti Suzuki recording approximately 80,000 customer inquiries and 30,000 vehicle deliveries in a single day, marking its best Navratri start in 35 years. #MarutiSuzuki #StockMarket #52WeekHigh #GoldmanSachsUpgrade #GSTReform #NavratriSales #AutomotiveSector #IndianStocks #MarketPerformance #Newsone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the fourth edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 on September 25 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event aims to position India as a global hub for food innovation and investment. It will feature over 1,700 exhibitors, 500 international buyers, and representatives from more than 100 countries. The focus countries for this edition are Japan, Russia, UAE, and Vietnam, with New Zealand and Saudi Arabia serving as partner countries. The four-day event will include over 45 knowledge sessions, such as thematic discussions, state and country-specific conferences, and CXO roundtables with more than 100 global agri-food leaders. Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari (Road Transport), Chirag Paswan (Food Processing Industries), and Ravneet Singh Bittu (Minister of State for Food Processing Industries and Railways) will also participate. The government anticipates significant investment commitments, building on the success of previous editions. #WorldFoodIndia2025 #PMModi #FoodInnovation #GlobalFoodHub #InvestmentInFoodProcessing #SustainableFoodSystems #AgriFoodLeaders #FoodProcessingIndia #GlobalPartnerships #Newsone @narendramodi
Jasprit Bumrah, India's premier fast bowler, has been retained in the squad for the ongoing 2025 Asia Cup, despite concerns about his workload ahead of the upcoming Test series against the West Indies. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that Bumrah is unlikely to be rested during the remaining matches of the Asia Cup, including the Super Four clash against Pakistan and, if India advances, the final on September 28. This decision underscores the team's strategy to maintain a full-strength lineup for both the Asia Cup and the forthcoming Test series. Bumrah's inclusion is pivotal, as he remains India's lone frontline pacer in the Asia Cup. His performance has been under scrutiny, with three wickets at an economy rate of 8.36 in the tournament thus far. Despite these figures, the team management is closely monitoring his workload, especially following his back injury earlier this year. The emphasis is on balancing his participation in the Asia Cup with preparations for the Test series, ensuring he is in optimal condition for both formats. #JaspritBumrah #AsiaCup2025 #IndianCricket #TeamIndia #BCCI #CricketNews #FastBowler #WorkloadManagement #Newsone #CricketUpdates @bcci
On September 23, 2025, members of the Brahmin community in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, staged a protest at the Bhilwara Collectorate, demanding a fair and impartial investigation into the suspicious death of Sanwarmal Sharma. Sharma's body was discovered near railway tracks in the Pratapnagar area on September 16. His family alleges that he was murdered, accusing his wife of having illicit relations with two police officers. In response, a case of abetment to suicide has been filed against Sharma’s wife, who has been arrested, and one police officer has been suspended pending inquiry. Bhilwara SP Dharmendra Singh Yadav assured that an impartial investigation is underway. The protest escalated when some youths blocked a road, prompting police to use force to disperse them, resulting in minor injuries to around six individuals. The Brahmin community is demanding justice and accountability, seeking a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Sharma's death. The incident has drawn attention to concerns about transparency and fairness in handling sensitive cases involving law enforcement personnel. #BhilwaraProtest #BrahminCommunity #JusticeForSharma #RajasthanNews #PoliceAccountability #FairInvestigation #CommunityRights #Newsone #RajasthanProtests #PublicSafety
Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh, the 19-year-old chess prodigy from Nagpur, has been awarded a wild card entry to the 2025 FIDE World Chess Cup in Goa, scheduled from October 31 to November 27. This prestigious tournament features 206 of the world's top players, and Divya is the only woman among them. Her inclusion follows a last-minute withdrawal of a participant, with Chinese legends Ju Wenjun and Hou Yifan having previously declined invitations. FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich emphasized the organization's commitment to offering opportunities to young talents like Divya. Divya's remarkable journey includes winning the FIDE Women's World Cup 2025 in Batumi, Georgia, where she defeated Indian legend Koneru Humpy in a dramatic tie-break. This victory not only earned her the world champion title but also secured her final Grandmaster norm, making her the fourth Indian woman to achieve this distinction. Her impressive performance at the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, with a rating of 2613, further solidified her reputation as a formidable player. Divya's participation in the World Cup underscores India's growing prominence in the global chess arena. #DivyaDeshmukh #FIDEWorldCup2025 #ChessChampion #NagpurPride #WomenInChess #Grandmaster #IndianChess #FIDE #ChessNews #Newsone
Kolkata experienced its heaviest rainfall in decades on September 23, 2025, with 251.4 mm of rain in 24 hours, marking the third-highest single-day rainfall in the city's history. This unprecedented downpour led to severe flooding, resulting in at least 10 fatalities, primarily due to electrocution, and leaving several areas submerged under knee-deep water. The intense rain disrupted daily life, with major roads like AJC Bose Road and Maa Flyover choked with stalled traffic, and ambulances getting stranded near hospitals. Public transport was heavily affected; metro services were suspended, and suburban trains were delayed or cancelled. Airlines reported over 30 flight cancellations and numerous delays, issuing travel advisories due to poor visibility and waterlogged runways. Durga Puja preparations were severely impacted, with several pandals damaged or flooded. In response, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced an early start to the Puja holidays, urging citizens to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. #KolkataRain #HeavyRainfall #Floods2025 #DurgaPujaDisruption #TransportChaos #ElectrocutionDeaths #PublicSafety #WeatherAlert #Newsone #WestBengalNews
The BJP has launched the Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan in Maharashtra, a three-month-long campaign that will run from September 25 to December 25, 2025. The initiative was inaugurated by Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan and is timed to begin on the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay and conclude on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The campaign focuses on spreading the message of self-reliance and empowering citizens to adopt local products and solutions in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India. As part of the Abhiyan, BJP workers will engage in grassroots outreach, organize awareness drives, and conduct programs to promote “Vocal for Local” and economic self-sufficiency across Maharashtra. The initiative aims to not only strengthen the idea of Atmanirbhar Bharat but also to connect people with policies and opportunities that support entrepreneurship, skill development, and local economic growth. #news #Newsone #AtmanirbharBharat #BJP #MaharashtraPolitics #SelfReliantIndia #EconomicGrowth #PoliticalCampaign #VocalForLocal #IndiaNews @bjp
India is set to host its largest-ever drone and counter-drone exercise, codenamed “Cold Start”, in the first week of October 2025. This ambitious exercise will bring together the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with top defence research organizations, private industry players, and academic institutions. The focus will be on simulating real battlefield scenarios, testing drones for reconnaissance, surveillance, and strike capabilities, as well as neutralizing potential drone threats. The exercise is expected to cover a range of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS technologies, ensuring India is better prepared for evolving aerial challenges. Beyond just training, “Cold Start” has strategic importance as it aligns with India’s plan to build a comprehensive indigenous air defence umbrella, “Sudarshan Chakra,” by 2035. This system aims to integrate drones, hypersonic defence measures, and advanced early-warning systems into a single robust shield. The exercise will also incorporate lessons learned from recent operations such as “Operation Sindoor,” giving India an edge in modern warfare preparedness and boosting self-reliance in defence technology. #news #Newsone #ColdStart #IndiaDefense #DroneExercise #IndianMilitary #DefenseTechnology #CombatReadiness #MilitaryDrills #IndiaNews
Recent reports indicate that at least 12 people have died in Kolkata and surrounding areas after record rainfall caused severe flooding. Most deaths were due to electrocution, while at least two victims drowned. The city received an astonishing 251.6 mm of rain in 24 hours — the heaviest downpour since 1988 — inundating streets, damaging pandals and idols ahead of Durga Puja, and disrupting power and transport systems. Flights and trains were cancelled or delayed, while roads turned into rivers under waist-deep water. Schools and educational institutions have been closed, and authorities are scrambling to deploy water pumps, restore services, and manage the emergency response. #news #Newsone #KolkataFloods #WestBengalNews #FloodUpdate #DisasterRelief #HeavyRainfall #UrbanFlooding #ClimateImpact #IndiaNews
