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Two Indian-origin executives take helm at major US firms amid H-1B crackdown

Despite a tougher H-1B environment, Indian-origin leaders Srinivas Gopalan and Rahul Goyal take charge at T-Mobile and Molson Coors, underscoring global talent’s enduring presence in US corporate leadership.

Manila erupted in massive protests

Tens of thousands flood Manila streets in protest over $9.5B flood-control graft scandal

Anger over kickbacks in public works projects shakes Philippines, forces resignations and global warnings.

Indian public sector oil giants

India’s $1.4 billion oil dividends stuck in Russia with no way home

Over $1.4 billion in payouts from Russian oil projects remain inaccessible to Indian PSUs, with no clear path to repatriation despite years of talks.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urges Indians on H-1B visa in US to return home

Vembu says “this may be that time” to rebuild lives in India rather than live in fear amid visa fee hike and uncertain outlook.

Cyberattack disrupts flight operations at London, Brussels, and other major European airports

Airports including London Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin experience major disruptions as passengers face delays and cancellations due to compromised automated systems.

Pakistan minister says its nuclear capabilities will be available to Saudi Arabia under new defense pact

Defense Minister Khawaja Asif asserts Pakistan will make its nuclear capabilities available under the pact and India signals concern, saying it will study the implications.

Microsoft urges H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to US before new $100,000 fee deadline

Microsoft tells H-1B and H-4 visa holders overseas to return before the Sep 21 deadline and urges those already in the US to avoid international travel amid the new $100,000 visa fee rule.