January 17, 2026

US Green Card Wait for Indians Still Over a Decade, Visa Bulletin Shows No New Movement

The latest Visa Bulletin shows no progress for Indians seeking US Green Cards. Wait times remain stuck at over 12 years in major categories EB-2 and EB-3. Experts say the pause is normal after months of advancement.

January 17, 2026

USCIS Tightens Green Card Screening, Pauses Immigrant Visas from 75 Countries

USCIS has issued a stern warning on Green Card applicants following cases revealing serious crimes. Meanwhile, immigrant visa applications from 75 countries are paused from January 21, pending a government review.

January 17, 2026

AIADMK Chief Palaniswami Avoids Firm Stance on Old Pension Scheme Restoration

AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami says restoring the Old Pension Scheme depends on circumstances. He criticizes DMK for failing to fulfill pension promises. Tamil Nadu recently started a new pension plan mixing old and new schemes.

January 17, 2026

BJP-Shiv Sena Combo Nears BMC Win; Uddhav Thackeray Loses Control After 25 Years

In the 2026 BMC election, BJP-Shiv Sena coalition edges close to victory. Shiv Sena (UBT) led by Uddhav Thackeray wins 64 seats but loses control. Eknath Shinde’s faction gets 27 seats, as Marathi vote consolidates behind Thackeray.

January 17, 2026

MHA to Meet Ladakh Leaders on Feb 4 Over Statehood and Arrests

The Ministry of Home Affairs will hold talks with Ladakh civil society leaders on February 4. The meeting will focus on constitutional safeguards, statehood demands, and release of detained activists including Sonam Wangchuk.