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Trump signs proclamation imposing $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applications

The new rule raises annual H-1B sponsorship cost from a few thousand dollars to $100,000 per worker and along with introduction of a “gold card” visa for wealthy investors.

Starmer and Trump to discuss foreign affairs and investment after state-visit pomp

Following a ceremonial royal welcome, UK PM Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump focus on a £150 billion investment package and foreign policy issues including Ukraine and Gaza.

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PM Modi dials new Nepal counterpart, pledges ‘steadfast support’ as nation reels from deadly unrest

In first call to Sushila Karki after protests toppled the Oli government, Modi extends condolences, vows India’s backing for peace and reconstruction.

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Jimmy Kimmel pulled off air after remarks on Charlie Kirk killing as Trump cheers ABC decision

Late-night host’s monologue sparks political firestorm; Disney-owned network and affiliates say comments were “offensive and insensitive”

US names 23 countries including India, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations

The “Major’s List” identifies countries as key in production or transit of illicit drugs and precursor chemicals; five are singled out for failing to meet counternarcotics obligations.

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Trump extends birthday call to PM Modi, signals thaw in India-US ties amid Ukraine diplomacy

From trade tensions to warm wishes, the US president publicly lauds India’s role in seeking peace, while both nations resume high-stakes trade talks in New Delhi.

Trump strikes deal with China to avoid TikTok ban, wants company to remain under US use

ByteDance’s Chinese ownership would be cut under the deal, extending the deadline to December, as Trump seeks to keep TikTok in the US while addressing concerns over foreign influence.