B1/B2 visa wait times vary considerably across US consulates in India. Kolkata currently faces the longest wait at 499 days, with Chennai following closely at 486 days. In Mumbai, applicants are waiting 427 days, while Delhi and Hyderabad have slightly longer waits at 432 and 435 days, respectively.
Read MoreFTX’s estate sued Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao, for at least $1.76 billion over an alleged fraudulent share repurchase deal in 2021. FTX claims that Binance fraudulently exited its investment in FTX through the repurchase, which was funded by the then-insolvent Alameda Research using a combination of FTX’s and Binance’s assets.
Read MoreUFC fighter Bo Nickal has expressed a desire to emulate Jason Kelce’s act of smashing a fan’s phone. Nickal, frustrated with intrusive fans, stated his intent to do the same but would compensate the fan afterward. However, this approach could lead to legal trouble, as Conor McGregor faced charges for a similar incident in...
Read MoreOpenAI prevented its AI image generator, DALL·E, from creating images of prominent US politicians during the recent election. The company implemented safety measures to combat misinformation and potential misuse, blocking 250,000 requests. Despite lifting temporary bans on political ads by tech giants like Meta and Google, OpenAI found no significant evidence of election interference...
Read MoreLegendary Indian sarangi maestro Pandit Ram Narayan passed away at 96 in Mumbai. Artists and musicians, including Kavita Krishnamurthy, Adnan Sami, and Ronu Majumdar, expressed condolences and paid tribute to the Padma Vibhushan recipient, remembering his immense contribution to Indian classical music and his impact as a performer and teacher.
Read MoreA new photo archive in Goa, India, showcasing images from the past century, offers a poignant glimpse into the region’s evolving landscape. The collection, housed in a restored riverfront building, highlights the dramatic transformations of the Mandovi River and surrounding areas, serving as a reminder of Goa’s rich heritage.
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