West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari unveiled significant welfare initiatives, including subsidised fish-rice meals for Rs 5 at 400 canteens and Rs 3,000 monthly financial aid for women under the Annapurna Yojana. New regulations will restrict liquor shops within a kilometre of educational and religious sites, reinforcing a commitment to the rule of law over
Data from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) shows that nearly 540,000 family-sponsored green card applications and about 170,000 employment-based applications are currently pending.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued a non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh over his exit from ‘Don 3’, citing a Rs 45 crore pre-production loss for producer Farhan Akhtar. FWICE clarifies it’s not a ban, but a call for members not to work with the actor until the dispute is resolved.
North Korea launched projectiles, possibly a short-range ballistic missile, into the Yellow Sea, marking its eighth weapons test this year. This move escalates regional tensions and highlights Pyongyang’s focus on modernizing its short-range missile program to evade defense systems. South Korea, the US, and Japan are on high alert, sharing intelligence.
Ranveer Singh quietly visited Chamundeshwari Temple on Tuesday morning, a day after FWICE announced a non-cooperation directive over his ‘Don 3’ exit. Wearing a mask, he spent 10 minutes praying before being recognised. Singh’s spokesperson cited “dignity, maturity and mutual respect” as reasons for his silence on the controversy.
USCIS reports significant changes in the H-1B visa season, with a focus on higher-skilled foreign workers. This year, 71.5% of selected applicants hold U.S. master’s degrees or higher, a notable increase from last year. The agency also noted a substantial drop in registrations within the lowest wage category, indicating a successful effort to curb low-wage
Middle-income families dreaming of homeownership can find relief through the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) under PMAY-Urban. Launched in 2017, it offers interest subsidies on home loans for eligible households earning between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 18 lakh annually. The scheme aims to make housing more affordable by reducing EMIs.
Mumbai’s affordable housing dream is within reach! MHADA’s 2026 lottery offers 2,640 homes across various income groups, with applications closing May 28. This transparent, online process provides a chance for eligible Maharashtra residents to own property. Discover locations, eligibility, and how to apply for your dream home.
