Author: The SH Desk
Trump Gold Card: EB-5 Visa Program to be Discontinued The EB-5 visa program, a popular route for foreigners to live, study, work, and settle in America with a US green card, is set to end soon. Under this program, foreign investors could obtain a green card by investing at least $800,000 in projects located in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs) or $1.8 million in other areas, while also creating at least ten jobs in the US. However, this program will soon be replaced by a new initiative called the ‘Gold Card.’ Trump Announces the Gold Card Program President Donald Trump announced…
Govinda and Sunita Ahuja Divorce Rumors: Kashmera Shah and Arti Singh React Earlier today, rumors about Govinda and Sunita Ahuja’s divorce after 37 years of marriage started making headlines. Here’s what we know so far. Reports suggest that Govinda and his wife, Sunita Ahuja, are heading for a divorce after 37 years of marriage. According to unverified sources, frequent arguments due to ongoing disagreements and differing lifestyles have strained their relationship. Times Now even reported that these issues might soon lead to a legal separation. Kashmera Shah Breaks Her Silence Kashmera Shah, Govinda’s niece-in-law and wife of comedian Krushna Abhishek,…
Bitcoin Slides Below $89,000: A Turbulent Day for Crypto Markets As of today, February 25, 2025, Bitcoin has taken a significant tumble, dropping below the $89,000 mark for the first time since mid-November 2024. The cryptocurrency, which has been a beacon of volatility and speculation, saw a sharp decline of over 6% within the last 24 hours, trading at approximately $89,500 as of early Tuesday morning Pacific Standard Time. This dip has sent ripples through the crypto community, reigniting debates about the asset’s stability and future trajectory. What’s Behind the Drop? Several factors appear to have converged to push Bitcoin…
Delhi Court Sentences Sajjan Kumar to Life Imprisonment A Delhi court has sentenced former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar to life imprisonment for his role in the murder of a father and son during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The court rejected the prosecution’s demand for the death penalty, citing Kumar’s old age and “satisfactory conduct.” Second Life Sentence for Sajjan Kumar This marks Kumar’s second life sentence related to the 1984 riots. The prosecution had argued that the case was among the “rarest of rare,” describing Kumar’s actions as “mass genocide” against the Sikh community. Many members of the Sikh community…
Mahashivratri and Bank Closures on February 26, 2025 Mahashivratri, one of the most important Hindu festivals, is celebrated with great devotion across India. On this day, banks will be closed in several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Gujarat, Jammu and Kashmir, Mizoram, Maharashtra, Haryana, and Uttarakhand. What is Mahashivratri? Mahashivratri honors Lord Shiva, who is believed to be the original guru (Adi Guru) from whom the Yogic tradition originates. This year, Mahashivratri will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 26. Apart from banks, all government and private schools and…
Stock Market Closure on February 26, 2025 The Indian stock markets, including the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), will be closed on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in observance of Maha Shivratri. This will be the first trading holiday for the BSE and NSE in 2025. What is Maha Shivratri? Maha Shivratri is an important Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated between February and March every year and falls on the fourteenth day of the first half of the lunar month of Phalguna according to the Hindu calendar. No Trading Activity on February…
ICSI CS December 2024 Results Announcement The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will declare the results for the CS Executive and Professional exams held in December 2024 on February 25. Students can check and download their results from the official ICSI website: icsi.edu. Steps to Check ICSI CS Results E-Result and Marks Statement ICSI will upload the e-result-cum-marks statement for the Executive Programme on its website immediately after the results are announced. Physical copies of the marks statement will not be issued to candidates. For the CS Professional Programme (both Syllabus 2017 and Syllabus 2022), the Result-cum-Marks Statement…
A Vision for India’s Future: Sports as a Catalyst for Growth Pullela Gopichand – Imagine an India where every child actively participates in sports, grows into a disciplined and resilient individual, and carries these values into their professional lives. This vision, though ambitious, is entirely achievable and essential for the nation’s growth. While education remains the foundation of development, sports play an equally critical role in shaping well-rounded individuals ready to tackle life’s challenges. The Need for a Robust Sports Ecosystem I welcome the ongoing debate sparked by my views on sports. Beyond practical considerations, I envision an ideal sports…
Delta Electronics’ $500 Million Investment in India Delta Electronics, a Taiwan-based company, is investing $500 million to strengthen its presence in India, as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative announced in 2015. A senior company official confirmed that this investment will enhance their operations in the country. Since entering India in 2003, Delta has been making substantial investments through its local branch. Benjamin Lin, President of Delta Electronics India, shared these details at the “Elecrama 2025” event in Greater Noida. Commitment to India’s Industrial and Energy Transformation India is considered a key market for Delta Electronics, with the company…
Vote Counting Begins for KHADC and JHADC Elections The counting of votes for the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) elections started this morning at all designated centers across Meghalaya, as confirmed by poll officials. The results are expected soon, deciding the fate of 272 candidates—158 in KHADC and 114 in JHADC. Among these candidates, 12 women are contesting in KHADC and 7 in JHADC. Voter Turnout Highlights The two ADCs have a combined 13 lakh voters. During the elections held on February 21, JHADC recorded a voter turnout of 85.58%, while KHADC…