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PoliticsFrom October 1, 2026, the US Department of State will require I-1, TN, and TD visa applicants to make all their social media profiles public for review. This new rule expands social media screening as part of the visa application process to enhance background checks on these visa categories.
TOI World·
EntertainmentActor Sundeep Kishan accused paid trolls of targeting him and his upcoming film Sigma on social media ahead of its release. He claimed to know who is behind the negative posts and alleged a deliberate campaign against the movie. Sigma is the directorial debut of Thalapathy Vijay’s son Jason Sanjay and is set to release tomorrow.
News18 Movies·
BusinessThe Indian economy is projected to grow at a robust pace of 7.3% in the second quarter (July-September), according to the Finance Ministry's recent review report. This follows a 7.8% growth in the first quarter (April-June), indicating that India will continue to be the fastest-growing major economy globally.
News18Hi Business·
PoliticsFormer Gujarat Chief Minister Shankersinh Vaghela, 86, is in discussions with the Congress party for a possible return nearly a decade after his 2017 exit. His departure had triggered multiple defections before the 2017 Assembly election. Gujarat Congress president Amit Chavda confirmed ongoing talks, with a meeting involving Rahul Gandhi expected before a final decision.
Hindustan Times··Gandhinagar
HealthFAIMA has warned about safety concerns with online apps that allow booking doctors for home visits. Chief advisor Dr. Bibhu Anand stated that accurately assessing a patient's severity at home is often not possible. He emphasized the importance of home visits for bedridden patients who cannot reach hospitals, while advising others to visit clinics or hospitals for routine cases.
News18 Hindi·
TechnologyApple is expected to launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED displays this fall, possibly in October or November. The new 14-inch and 16-inch models will feature M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, a thinner design, and a Dynamic Island instead of a notch. The laptops are being tested with macOS 27.1, which may release by the end of October.
Firstpost Tech·
TOI World·
From October 1, 2026, the US Department of State will require I-1, TN, and TD visa applicants to make all their social media profiles public for review. This new rule expands social media screening as part of the visa application process to enhance background checks on these visa categories.
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