The Biden administration has indicated that it is still undecided on ending the Trump-era ban on issuing new H-1B visas, with the Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas asserting that the US government's top priority is the acute needs of individuals fleeing persecution. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/ Rediff.com The H-1B visa, the most sought after among Indian IT professionals, is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. Technology companies depend on it to hire tens of thousands of employees each year from countries like India and China. In January, then-President Donald Trump had extended the ban on issuing new H-1B visas till March 31, arguing that the country is having a very high unemployment rate and the US cannot afford to have more foreign workers. "His successor President Joe Biden has revoked dozens of the executive orders of Trump ... » Learn More about Biden admin ‘undecided’ on ending Trump-era H-1B visa ban
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Tube Investments picks three ‘growth engines’
Tube Investments of India Ltd. (TII) is adopting a three- pronged strategy to insulate itself from the cyclical nature of the auto sector. “We want to reduce our dependence on auto because being an auto-component supplier, we feel there are two challenges to it,” said Vellayan Subbiah, MD. “One, it is very capital intensive and two, it is very cyclical and cyclicality does not create an ability to generate consistent and constant cash flows.” The Murugappa Group firm has identified three growth engines. TI-1 refers to the existing divisions, TI-2 to a venture capital-led approach to growth such as expansion into optic lenses and electric three-wheelers and TI-3, growth through acquisitions such as CG Power. According to him, TI-1, which are organic businesses, might grow 6%- 8% and it was not fair to put too much pressure on them. TI-2 is ‘yet to become operational’ and TI-3 will kick in with the CG Power numbers next year. Recently, TII had announced its maiden foray into ... » Learn More about Tube Investments picks three ‘growth engines’
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Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Will Sunderlal save Jethaalal’s sinking boat?
Mumbai : The upcoming episode of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah will see Sunderlal , who usually is a pain in the neck for his brother-in-law, has turned out to become Jethaalal ’s trump card. As viewers are aware, with each passing day Jethaalal’s troubles seem to be compounding. At present, he is faced with the biggest challenge of his life. A situation that will not only mean Jethaalal having to sell his Gada Electronics but also he may be forced to leave Gokuldhaam Society permanently to relocate back to his village in Kutch. His father Champakklal offers to save the Gada Electronics by selling their ancestral land back home. However, an eerie incidence involving Jethaalal's grandfather making an appearance and disclosing to him a secret about the land, makes him change his mind about selling it. Untitled Carousel Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress Sunayana Fozdar: Don't want to mimic anyone; will add my own flavour to Anjali Mehta Sunayana ... » Learn More about Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Will Sunderlal save Jethaalal’s sinking boat?
Telecom spectrum auction ends with ₹77,815 crore bids; Jio top buyer with ₹57,122 crore
India's first auction of telecom spectrum in five years ended on Tuesday with ₹77,814.80 crore of airwaves being bought, mostly by billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio. Over 2,250 MHz of spectrum, that carry telecom signals, in seven bands worth nearly ₹4 lakh crore at the reserve or start price, was offered for bidding in the auction that began on Monday. Telecom Secretary Anshu Prakash said 855.60 MHz of spectrum was bought for ₹77,814.80 crore in the two-day auction. Reliance Jio bought ₹57,122.65 crore worth of spectrum while Vodafone Idea Ltd picked ₹1,993.40 crore worth of airwaves. Bids were received in 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz and 2300 MHz bands but there were no takers for the airwaves in the premium 700 and 2500 MHz bands. About one-third of the spectrum being auctioned is in the 700 MHz band, which was completely unsold during the 2016 auctions. This, analysts said, was mostly because operators are unlikely to diversify into a new spectrum band ... » Learn More about Telecom spectrum auction ends with ₹77,815 crore bids; Jio top buyer with ₹57,122 crore
Fresh air, with frills
Beside a crackling bonfire under a starlit sky, listening to the orchestra of the cicadas and the gurgle of the forest stream, one couldn’t possibly want anything more from life. Except, perhaps, a hot tub, WiFi, and a soft bed with sweet smelling sheets, and not to mention soul-satisfying food. Luxury, even in the middle of a jungle, is not too much to ask for. The Triangle Glamping at Pune Glamorous camping — more popularly known as glamping — is catching on in India. After many months of lockdown, in a country that is still in the grip of a pandemic, restless travellers looking for a break from ‘Work from Home’ routine, household chores and crowded cities, are increasingly picking glamping over touristy places, says Akshay Kusmade, owner of The Triangle Glamping, a camping site 16 kilometres from Pune. “People are tired of being cooped up in their city homes and are longing to go out into forests and open spaces. Glamping is an option for them as they can have a ... » Learn More about Fresh air, with frills
India’s fuel demand to rebound in 2021-22 with 10% growth
fuel consumption is likely to rise nearly 10 per cent in the fiscal year beginning April 1, as a reflating economy drives petrol and diesel demand, according to Oil Ministry 's projections. Petroleum product consumption in 2021-22 could hit 215.24 million tonnes, compared to the revised estimate of 195.94 million tonnes consumption of the current fiscal year ending March 31, the ministry's Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell ( PPAC ) said. This will be the fastest pace of fuel product consumption in six years. As the economy rebounds from its worst contraction on record and industrial activity picks up, fuel consumption is projected to rise. An over two-month-long lockdown imposed to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic had shrunk demand to less than half as most vehicles went off roads, trains stopped plying and airlines halted operations. The reopening of the economy has brought demand back but diesel - the most consumed fuel in the country - is yet to reach ... » Learn More about India’s fuel demand to rebound in 2021-22 with 10% growth
Xinhua Headlines: A tale of vanquishing poverty from southwest China
Video Player Close -- Southwest China's Wumeng Mountains span over 100,000 square km in the provinces of Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan. Most residents were marred by poverty, with their per capita income only a quarter of those living in the eastern coastal areas. -- The days of destitution are now over. Thanks to China's poverty alleviation efforts, the locals have bidden farewell to penury with their hometowns undergoing dramatic transformations. KUNMING, March 2 (Xinhua) -- The hinterland in southwest China's Wumeng Mountains had long been pauperized by a hostile environment, with more than 30 million people inhabiting the region reeling under treacherous terrain and water scarcity. The mountain ranges span over 100,000 square km in the provinces of Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan. Most residents were marred by poverty, with their per capita income only a quarter of those living in the eastern coastal areas. However, the days of destitution are now over. Thanks to ... » Learn More about Xinhua Headlines: A tale of vanquishing poverty from southwest China
Automakers ride out of Covid blues; report double digit sales growth
Leading car makers Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Tata Motors reported robust sales growth in the domestic market in February as the demand for personal mobility amid COVID-19 pandemic continues to drive the market. Others, including Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), Mahindra & Mahindra, and Honda Cars India, also reported strong wholesale dispatches to dealers last month. The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said its domestic sales increased 11.8 per cent to 152,983 units last month, as against 136,849 units in February 2020. The company's sales during the month were driven by compact and utility vehicle segments. Last month, sales company's compact segment models, including Swift, Celerio, Ignis, Baleno and Dzire, increased by 15.3 per cent to 80,517 units, as against 69,828 cars in February last year. Similarly, utility vehicle dispatches to dealers, including Vitara Brezza, S-Cross and Ertiga, rose 18.9 per cent to 26,884 units, as compared to 22,604 ... » Learn More about Automakers ride out of Covid blues; report double digit sales growth
The Crown sweeps Golden Globes
The Crown ’s Emma Corrin and Josh O’Connor led a night of triumph for British stars at the Golden Globes. Netfl ix’s Charles and Diana were the toast of the largely virtual ceremony picking up respective awards for Best Performance by an Actress and Actor in a TV Series with the series given the top honour in television. Corrin thanked her “prince charming” while just minutes later, O’Connor told her “I love you to bits” as he picked up his award. The actress appeared visibly shocked as her name was called to confi rm she had won ahead of co-star Olivia Colman’s turn as the Queen and Jodie Comer ’s performance in Killing Eve. During her acceptance speech, Corrin also took time to praise Diana, Princess of Wales, saying: “Thank you to Diana. You have put the compassion and empathy beyond anything I can understand. Thank you.” ... » Learn More about The Crown sweeps Golden Globes