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The government's e-Jagriti platform has successfully resolved nearly 1.30 lakh consumer grievances since its January launch, with over 2 lakh users, including NRIs, registering. The unified system, featuring multilingual support and digital tools, has significantly improved redressal efficiency nationwide. NRIs can now file complaints remotely, with the US leading in such cases.
📢 Published on 📅 16 November 2025 🕒 10:05 am
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Howard professor Ronil Hira explains why US companies favor H-1B visas, citing lower wages and employer control over foreign workers. He highlights incidents where American workers trained their H-1B replacements, suggesting many H-1B holders possess ordinary, not necessarily high, skills. Hira emphasizes H-1B is a labor policy with weak worker protections, making it attractive to employers.
📢 Published on 📅 15 November 2025 🕒 3:25 pm
Once dubbed 'Doctor Death' in Australia for alleged surgical negligence leading to patient deaths, Indian-origin physician Jayant Patel has resurfaced in Portland, US. Having moved past his controversial past, Patel, who holds US citizenship, stated he has forgotten the events and is 'beyond that,' focusing on his current life.
📢 Published on 📅 14 November 2025 🕒 12:40 pm
An Indian man in the US shared a viral video detailing the lonely death of his 80-year-old neighbor, Shafar, who was found deceased in his apartment. The man, Sachin Sindhu, expressed concern over the isolation of elderly Americans, contrasting it with the closer family structures often found in India.
📢 Published on 📅 11 November 2025 🕒 6:54 pm
An Indian-origin woman, Sonal Nandkishor Patel, received a seven-year prison sentence for vehicular homicide and DUI. She caused a fatal crash on I-85 in Georgia, killing Omar Ortiz, a young father who had recently moved to the US. Patel was under the influence of alcohol and drugs, hadn't slept for days, and was driving with a suspended license.
📢 Published on 📅 10 November 2025 🕒 2:23 pm
The BBC is set to apologize for editing Donald Trump's January 6 speech, making it appear he incited the Capitol riot. Indian-origin BBC Chair Samir Shah will address Parliament, acknowledging the documentary's alteration was improper. Critics, including the White House, decried the edit as dishonest. The controversy follows scrutiny of the BBC's reporting on other sensitive topics.
📢 Published on 📅 10 November 2025 🕒 1:28 pm
A Texas teenager, 19-year-old Luke Garrett Resecker, has received a 65-year prison sentence for a fatal 2023 crash. Driving under the influence of THC, Resecker caused a head-on collision that claimed the lives of six Indian-origin individuals. The sole survivor, Lokesh, who lost his wife, in-laws, two children and cousin, was left paralyzed.
📢 Published on 📅 10 November 2025 🕒 12:23 pm
Rep. Ro Khanna criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for rising healthcare premiums, demanding his replacement. Khanna highlighted that enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire, potentially doubling premiums for millions. He advocates for immediate relief and a transition to single-payer healthcare.
📢 Published on 📅 10 November 2025 🕒 4:49 am
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📢 Published on 📅 7 November 2025 🕒 3:22 pm
Canada has updated immigration guidelines, empowering officers to cancel already-issued visitor visas, study permits, and work permits. This shift emphasizes ongoing compliance with immigration conditions, impacting international students and frequent visitors. The changes aim to strengthen oversight and prevent program misuse.
📢 Published on 📅 7 November 2025 🕒 2:30 pm
Eight men have been arrested in an undercover sting operation by the London Police in Canada's Ontario. The operation, conducted on an online platform, involved an undercover officer posing as a minor. The accused, aged 22 to 34, face charges of communicating to obtain sexual services from someone believed to be under 18.
📢 Published on 📅 7 November 2025 🕒 12:56 pm
Two Indian-origin men, Gurvinder and Gurpreet Singh, have been convicted in Ontario for running a fraudulent truck driving training scheme. They offered sub-standard training to newcomers from South Asia for years, circumventing mandatory certification by accepting payments. The men were sentenced to house arrest for their actions, which the court noted could lead to dangerous situations on the road.
📢 Published on 📅 5 November 2025 🕒 8:04 pm
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Elon Musk faces accusations of racism after deliberately misspelling New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's name while endorsing Andrew Cuomo. Critics pointed to a pattern of ridiculing non-white names, with some suggesting it reflects an "apartheid-brain wiring." Mamdani, whose parents are of Indian origin, could become the city's first Muslim mayor.
📢 Published on 📅 4 November 2025 🕒 4:14 am
Thousands of truck drivers, particularly those of Indian and Latino origin, are being removed from service after failing new English proficiency tests. Industry leaders warn of discrimination and a looming driver shortage, while federal officials cite safety concerns following fatal accidents. Critics argue the policy unfairly targets immigrants and lacks data to support its safety claims.
📢 Published on 📅 3 November 2025 🕒 7:59 pm
Indian doctors and nurses are now crucial to advanced economies, with the OECD reporting a significant surge in their numbers. India is the top source of migrant doctors and second for nurses in member countries. This reliance highlights both a vital support and a potential vulnerability for global healthcare systems.
📢 Published on 📅 3 November 2025 🕒 3:35 pm
A significant development in the 10 Freeway crash case sees Indian-origin truck driver Jashanpreet Singh cleared of DUI charges, with toxicology reports confirming no substances in his system. While initially accused of drunk driving, amended charges now focus on gross negligence and reckless driving. The Sikh community also raised concerns about his court appearance without his turban.
📢 Published on 📅 3 November 2025 🕒 2:44 pm
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