Indian tech professionals are in turmoil as US consulates across India show no available H-1B visa interview slots until 2027—a delay caused by policy shifts, increased scrutiny, and a ban on third-country stamping.
In a major shift, India Inc is drastically cutting back on mass recruitment of fresh STEM graduates. Companies are now laser-focused on hiring only those who are ‘industry-ready,’ possessing practical skills in AI, cloud platforms, and data pipelines.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has issued a stark reality check for investors and workers alike. In a world swept up in AI euphoria, his warning is clear: the bubble is inflating, and the job market disruption will hit faster than anyone expects.
India’s ambitious UDAN scheme is on the brink of a major transformation. With airlines struggling on remote routes, the government is poised to approve a financial lifeline to keep regional skies open.
As Union Budget 2026 approaches, millions of Indian taxpayers are once again caught in the dilemma: should they stick with the old tax regime or switch to the new one? With Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to present the budget on February 1, 2026, the stakes are high—especially for the middle class hoping for meaningful tax relief.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has issued a stark, data-backed warning: AI could disrupt or eliminate up to 60% of jobs in advanced economies. But her message isn’t all doom and gloom—there’s a complex economic shift at play that could create new opportunities even as it destroys old ones.