Accenture plans to create 12,000 jobs in Andhra Pradesh
Accenture plans to establish a new campus in Andhra Pradesh, creating 12,000 jobs by seeking 10 acres of land in Visakhapatnam, following similar initiatives by other tech firms.
Category: economy
H-1B visa fee hike driven by Trump`s domestic politics: Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor stated that the sudden surge in H-1B visa fees is driven by domestic political considerations in the US, with Trump aiming to rally support from his anti-immigration base ahead of the upcoming US legislative elections scheduled for November.
GDP was bad, but not as bad as it looked – Salt Funds economist Bevan Graham
Economic forecasts for New Zealand suggest a challenging path until mid-2025, but recent improvements in terms of trade, with a 20% rise in export prices, offer some optimistic momentum.
Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigration: H-1B visas set to get costlier, work permits for Indians may take a hit – 10 things to know about ‘Project Firewall’
The US department of labour has launched “Project Firewall” to target H-1B visa misuse, aligning with President Trump’s “America First” agenda. This initiative aims to protect American workers by scrutinising companies hiring foreign employees and ensuring fair wages. The secretary of labour will personally oversee investigations, with violators facing penalties like back wage repayment and program debarment, impacting industries heavily reliant on H-1B workers, especially Indian nationals.
Greek PM backs early India-EU free trade agreement in call with PM Modi
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, in a phone call with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, backed the early conclusion of a mutually beneficial India-EU free trade agreement. The leaders also reviewed ties in trade, defence, technology, and investment, reaffirming their commitment to deepening the India-Greece strategic partnership.
Will A Surprise U-Turn Change India-US Trade Forever? Top Advisor Hints Tariff Cut Could Be Just Weeks Away
India’s Chief Economic Advisor hinted that the US may soon lift the 25 percent penalty tariff on Indian goods, reducing total tariff to just 10-15 percent, reviving hopes for smoother trade ties.
Soya Farmers In Distress As Prices Crash, Says Farmer Leaders At Indore’s Lakshmibai Mandi
Traders have formed a cartel to keep prices suppressed