December 17, 2025

UK to Review Electric Vehicle Targets in 2025, Keeps 2035 Petrol and Diesel Ban

The UK government will bring forward the review of its electric vehicle sales targets to 2025, but will keep its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars. Industry concerns are heard, and carmakers get some flexibilities. Meanwhile, the EU is easing its emission rules, allowing more hybrids post-2035.

December 17, 2025

H-1B Visa Appointments Delayed Six Months Due to Social Media Vetting, Experts Advise Job Safety

H-1B visa holders in India face at least six-month delays for visa appointments due to social media checks. Experts advise keeping jobs and warn against travel, as emergency appointments are rare.

December 17, 2025

UAE Golden Visa vs Saudi Premium Residency: Gulf's Long-Term Residency Faceoff

Since 2019, the UAE and Saudi Arabia offer new long-term residency visas to attract talent and capital. UAE’s Golden Visa is broad and flexible. Saudi’s Premium Residency offers permanence with fewer categories but deeper rights. Both reflect each country’s economic aims and resident needs.

December 17, 2025

US Imposes Naval Blockade to Stop Venezuela's 'Ghost Ships' Evading Oil Sanctions

President Trump has ordered a naval blockade to block Venezuela's 'ghost ships'—oil tankers changing names and flags to dodge US sanctions. These ships help Venezuela sell discounted oil despite sanctions on its state oil firm PDVSA.

December 17, 2025

MEITY Launches DHRUV64: India's Indigenous 64-bit Dual-Core Microprocessor

India’s MEITY unveiled DHRUV64, a 64-bit dual-core microprocessor running at 1 GHz. Designed by C-DAC, it aims to boost local processor use across industries and reduce dependence on imports.