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US to remove country cap on Green Cards: How H-1B visa holding Indians might benefit
Thu, Jul 11, 2019
The United States lawmakers on Wednesday passed a bill which lifts the existing seven per cent country-cap on issuing Green Cards. Passed by the US House of Representatives, if the bill is signed into a law, it would benefit the talented professionals from other countries who have applied for permanent residency in the United States by reducing their waiting period.
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US-Iran tension: Oil prices dip on signs of slowing American demand, economic concerns
Thu, Jul 04, 2019
US inventories fell less than expected as U.S. refineries last week consumed less crude than the week before and processed 2% less oil than a year ago, the EIA data showed, despite being in the midst of the summer gasoline demand season.
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Budget 2019: Lower global rates - An opportunity for the Indian economy
Sat, Jun 22, 2019
The ten-year United States (US) Treasury yield dipped below two per cent recently. The Indian market participants must view this move as an opportunity to improve and strengthen the investment markets in India.
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Gold off 14-month peak on firmer dollar, focus on Fed meeting
Mon, Jun 17, 2019
Gold prices steadied on Monday after retreating from a 14-month peak in the previous session, as the dollar strengthened on back of strong U.S. retail sales report, while investors await U.S. Federal Reserve meeting this week.
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Post-election, US hopes Modi will have freer hand to pursue tough economic reforms By Lalit K Jha
Sat, Jun 08, 2019
"The United States is hopeful that, with the election over, Prime Minister Modi will have a freer hand to pursue some of the tough economic reforms that will help create a more business-friendly environment and encourage new foreign investment," the official said.
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Barack, Michelle Obama sign podcast deal with Spotify
Fri, Jun 07, 2019
Former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama are the latest to get into the podcast business. They recently signed a deal with Spotify to produce a series of podcast. It is being reported that the Obamas are set to develop, produce and even lend their voice to a few of the podcasts based on a wide range of topics. The agreement has been signed with Higher Ground Audio, a new division of the Higher Ground production company that is covering the couple's move into the podcast game. Spotify will distribute the podcasts worldwide to its paid and ad-supported user base. President Obama stated that they have ‘always believed in the value of entertainment & thought-provoking conversation’. The companies, however, didn't reveal any further details on the upcoming projects that the Obamas may be planning for Spotify, including whether the podcasts will have a political focus. Apart from this, the couple also has a multiyear deal with Netflix to produce original scripted, unscripted and documentary series and films.
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Want US visa? Now, you may have to provide social media account details
Sun, Jun 02, 2019
Apart from social media history, visa applicants are now been asked for five years of previously used telephone numbers, email addresses, international travel and deportation status. additionally, they are been asked that any of their family members have been involved in terrorist activities.
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US preferential trade status: India says will continue to work towards strong bilateral ties
Sun, Jun 02, 2019
The ministry said that India, as part of its bilateral discussions with US officials, had offered resolution on significant US requests in an effort to find a mutually acceptable way forward.
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GES 2019: Netherlands embassy and US co-host pitching workshop for Indian entrepreneurs
Wed, May 29, 2019
Netherlands embassy along with US co-hosted a pitching workshop for Indian entrepreneurs in Delhi. The aim was to prepare them to participate in the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) 2019 in Netherlands’ Hague. The GES 2019 will help entrepreneurs with unmatched opportunities to engage with 300+ investors. The event will see 2,000 industry-leading participants from over 120 countries in Hague, from June 3 to June 5. While speaking to ANI, Dutch Ambassador to India Marten Van Den Berg spoke on India-Netherlands relationship and collaboration. He said, “We are very happy that India has invited to be part of the summit. It’s also a good elaboration for intense corporation within India and Dutch.”
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Tesla e-mail warns employees against leaking trade secrets
Mon, May 06, 2019
Tesla is very serious about its data and the level of seriousness is evident from the company's latest e-mail to its employees, warning against leaking confidential information. The e-mail, shared with CNBC, warns that outsiders who will do anything to see Tesla mail are targeting employees for information through social media and other methods. It reminds employees about their confidentiality agreements and warns them that leaking propriety business information will result in action against them, including termination of employment, claims for damages, and even criminal charges.
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US to announce end to sanctions waivers for Iran oil imports: source
Mon, Apr 22, 2019
The United States is expected to announce on Monday that all importers of Iranian oil will have to end their imports shortly or be subject to U.S. sanctions, a source familiar with the situation told Reuters.
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