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Indian staffing cos step up global reach to diversify revenues
Indian staffing companies are actively expanding their global reach. They are tapping into international talent shortages across sectors like healthcare, engineering, and technology. This strategic move aims to diversify revenue and enhance profit margins. Firms are focusing on regions like Southeast Asia, the US, and Europe. This expansion is driven by client demand and the growth of global capability centers.
Why are terror operatives opting for cosmetic procedures: Personal reasons or biometric escape plan?
A Lashkar-e-Taiba operative reportedly paused his infiltration mission in Srinagar for a hair transplant, while another, arrested in Delhi, had a dental procedure before capture. Officials are investigating if such cosmetic treatments are used to evade advanced facial recognition surveillance systems, citing historical examples of operatives altering appearances to cross borders.
The $138 bn buffer: India’s most visible export can rescue the rupee
India is considering a policy push to accelerate overseas deployment of skilled workers as part of a broader strategy to support the rupee and strengthen remittance inflows amid rising external pressures, including a widening current account deficit and higher oil prices. According to the report, the Ministry of External Affairs has asked the Ministry of Skill Development to speed up placement of workers abroad through government-to-government channels, starting with demand from countries like Israel.
Deloitte India could lead professional services space soon: Romal Shetty
Deloitte India’s leadership believes that the future of professional services will extend beyond traditional offerings to solutions, platforms and innovation-led businesses — and that it is building the business of tomorrow today.
India’s invisible workforce gets a new safety net: Key labour reforms for migrant employees decoded
India's inter-state migrant workers gain significant protections under new labour code rules notified on May 8, 2026. The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026, bring millions of self-driven migrant workers into legal recognition. Key reforms include mandatory appointment letters, a digital database, portable ration cards, and tracked journey and displacement allowances.
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge released on OTT in US, UK, Canada, UAE and other parts of the world. Where to watch and what is different from the movie version
Dhurandhar: The Revenge, a box office hit, has landed on Netflix internationally with a "Raw & Undekha" cut, promising unseen footage. This spy thriller, a sequel to the 2025 film, follows an operative's revenge mission in Karachi. Fans are eagerly anticipating its release in India, hoping for the extended version.
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Why Pakistan backstabs the US, and always gets away with it
For decades, the US grappled with Pakistan's dual role as a terror war ally and a supporter of militant groups. Despite accusations of sheltering terrorists and recent reports of allowing Iranian aircraft access, the US maintained ties due to Pakistan's strategic location, nuclear arsenal, and intelligence cooperation, fearing a destabilized or hostile Pakistan.
No parity between Agniveers, regular soldiers on pensionary benefits: Centre to HC
The Union government has told the Bombay High Court that Agniveers are different from regular soldiers. This means families of deceased Agniveers cannot claim the same pensionary benefits. The government stated this in response to a petition by the mother of a deceased Agniveer. The Agnipath scheme is a short-term engagement for national security.
India, Singapore resolve to jointly target terror financing, radicalisation
India and Singapore have pledged to collaborate on combating terrorism, including cross-border movement, radicalization, and financing. The Joint Working Group meeting in New Delhi focused on strengthening anti-terror cooperation, sharing information, and building capacity to address both traditional and emerging threats. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to a "zero tolerance" approach and multilateral efforts.
Bengal reset: How BJP dismantled TMC's fortress with strategy, structure and sentiment shift
The Bharatiya Janata Party achieved a significant victory in West Bengal, ending the Trinamool Congress's long rule. This outcome resulted from several factors including anti-incumbency sentiment, concerns over corruption, and administrative changes. The BJP effectively utilised targeted social engineering and organisational reforms.
'Chappal Phaad Ke': From welfare to wave, what cost TMC in West Bengal
BJP has ended 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal, securing a majority by appealing to women voters with welfare promises and highlighting safety concerns. The party also capitalized on anti-incumbency due to corruption scandals and fragmented minority support, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape.
BJP's disruptive doles or TMC's tried & tested tactics? Bengal booths brace for a thrilling climax
BJP has launched an aggressive and multi-pronged campaign for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, combining large welfare promises, a strong law-and-order agenda, development pledges, and cultural identity politics to challenge the ruling TMC. Unveiling its “Sankalp Patra,” the party has proposed direct cash benefits for women, youth, and farmers, alongside job-linked support and higher MSPs, while also promising strict action on infiltration, border fencing, and implementation of the Uniform Civil Code.
Student visas down 40%, H-1B slips as US cuts legal immigration faster than border crossings
Legal immigration to the US has declined more sharply than illegal border crossings, according to a study by the Cato Institute. Student visas fell by 40% and H-1B visas dropped by about 25%. The report said broader restrictions across legal pathways are driving the decline, reflecting a wider shift in policy under Donald Trump.
Austria bets big on Indian talent with Focus India partnership
Austrian and Indian relations are reaching new heights, fueled by a recent visit from Austria's Federal Chancellor, emphasising the evolution of their academic partnership. Already, 200 Indian students have commenced their studies in Austria, marking a milestone following the establishment of a migration agreement and collaborative economic efforts.
ISI-backed BKI module exposed, MBA graduates and tech-savvy recruits used for terror ops
Security agencies have uncovered a terror module. Delhi Police identified Manu Agwan and Maninder Billa as key handlers. The module involved educated youth in arms trafficking and narco-smuggling. MBA graduates led a corporate layer. Digital operations were managed by a BCA graduate. The network used illegal arms proceeds for funding. Digital forensics helped dismantle the operation.
Delhi Police warns ISI spreading network in India, nabs 11 for installing CCTV cameras at sensitive military locations
Delhi Police busted an inter-state terror, arms, and espionage module backed by Pakistan's ISI. The operation uncovered a solar-powered CCTV surveillance network near military locations in Punjab and Rajasthan, leading to 11 arrests and exposing a conspiracy linked to Babbar Khalsa International. The module was involved in espionage, arms smuggling, and reconnaissance of critical defense installations.
Delhi Police busts IS-inspired terror module: 2 Jaish terrorists linked to ‘Mission Khilafat’, ‘Soldiers of Jihad’ planned toy car bomb attacks
Delhi Police has busted an Islamic State-inspired terror module and arrested two people believed to be associated with the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). These youths arrested from Mumbai were part of online networks such as Mission Khilafat and soldiers of Jihad and had planned attacks using remote-controlled toy car bombs, investigators revealed.
Delhi Police arrests LeT's 'most-wanted' Shabbir Lone, who had Kalkaji temple as his target. How was he nabbed and what was his sinister plan?
Shabbir Ahmed Lone, the most wanted LeT commander, arrested by Delhi Police Special Cell, targeted Delhi's Kalkaji Temple and Gauri Shankar Temple. He recruited illegal Bangladeshi youths to carry out terror activities in Kolkata, Delhi and other places. Lone had direct links to Hafiz Saeed and was running a cross-border terror network aimed at radicalising Indian youths.
Poland to send 2,000 troops to reinforce Belarus border
Poland will deploy 2,000 troops to its border with Belarus - twice the number requested by the Border Guard - to prevent illegal crossings and maintain stability. The area has been of increasing concern since battle-hardened Wagner mercenaries arrived in Belarus at the invitation of President Alexander Lukashenko.
Army, cops in J&K reach out to Chenab valley youths to scuttle cross-border terrorist recruitment bid
Army and police in Jammu & Kashmir's Chenab valley have launched a massive youth outreach programme amid attempts by Pakistan-based terror commanders to recruit new militants to revive their operations. The Chenab valley district, comprising of Doda, Kishtwar and Ramban, has seen a recent increase in cross-border calls with nearly 80 youths placed under police surveillance, according to officials.
Talent sourcing platform CBREX raises $3 million in funding led by WaterBridge Ventures
The freshly raised funds will be used to ramp up US go-to market, on sales and marketing for new markets, and building new products.
Transnational and cross-border terrorism gravest threat: Rajnath Singh
Singh said, "The gravest threat requiring urgent and resolute intervention by the international community is transnational and cross-border terrorism. Indifference can no longer be a response, as terrorism has found victims globally." He was speaking at the 9th Asean Defence Ministers Meeting in Cambodia.
Over 9,500 inducted in BSF this year for security duties
These personnel, largely in the entry rank of constable, are being gradually deployed at border posts along Pakistan and Bangladesh and for internal security duties in the hinterland that includes undertaking armed combat against Left Wing Extremists (LWE), a senior officer said
China's illegal businesses along Myanmar-Thai border prosper following coup
Chinese-funded Yatai International Holding Group (IHG) accused of running illegal casinos in Cambodia and the Philippines, has been recruiting a manager for a five-star hotel, human resources manager, an accountant and gardeners this month as part of the project, according to The Irrawaddy report.
Pakistan terror factories get active; spike in cross-border firings
Sources said that terror factories in Pakistan are continuing training modules and launch pads along the border from where the final push is made to cross over are also active. The recent encounter in the Keran sector—in which five special forces soldiers died while taking down a group of infiltrating terrorists—also shows a clear Pakistan hand.
40% dip in Kashmiri youth joining militancy: MoS Home
'There's 43% decline in infiltration, 28% fall in terror incidents and 22% rise in neutralisation of terrorists,’ says G Kishan Reddy.
Ex-Pakistani soldier planning terror attacks in Delhi: Agencies
Delhi, Punjab and Assam police were today alerted by security agencies about an ex-Pakistani soldier having crossed over to India along with six hardcore terrorists through the Indo-Pak border in Pathankot.
Militants waiting to infiltrate into Kashmir: BSF
"The number of men in training camps has not lessened and their launch pads are full. But we are always alert and we will not let them succeed," he said.
CA salaries soar as locals, MNCs hit campus trail
Things got even better for chartered accountants (CAs).
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