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The US State Department's September 2026 Visa Bulletin brings large jumps in family-sponsored green card dates for India, but employment-based categories remain stuck, with EB-2 and EB-5 unreserved unavailable for Indians and a warning that EB-1 could run out before the fiscal year ends.
Foreign portfolio investors poured ₹23,544 crore into Indian equities in August 2026, following a ₹20,200 crore inflow in July, as earnings revival and rupee stability boosted sentiment. Despite the turnaround, cumulative outflows for the year remain high at around ₹2.3 lakh crore. Experts attribute the shift to improved corporate earnings, currency stability, and selective buying in mid-caps.
A study published in Economics Letters estimates India's 2025 cost of delivering a kilogram to low Earth orbit at $13,302, the highest among major space powers, compared with a global average of $3,868. Indian space officials dispute the methodology, arguing per-kilogram costs overlook the full economics of a launch.
On National Space Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met CEOs and founders of 20 space startups, praising their courage and calling for an ecosystem that attracts global talent. He emphasized policy stability and India's cost advantages, while startups outlined ambitious expansion plans.
Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic drama 'The Dog Stars' opens in theaters this week amid sharply divided early reviews. Some critics praise its intimate, optimistic tone and strong performances, while others call it lethargic and derivative. Based on Peter Heller's 2012 novel, the film stars Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin.
Malaysia's international students contribute about RM20 billion a year to the economy, with each spending roughly RM10,000 monthly, according to EMGS. The agency aims to boost numbers by 23% over three years and attract 500,000 by 2035.
India's private credit market is expected to expand as banks and NBFCs leave gaps in specialised segments, but investors will become more selective under new IBC amendment rules that limit secured claims to collateral realisable value. The EY report highlights India's $25-30 billion market, dominated by closed-ended AIFs, and projects a shift toward documentation, structural protections, and voting influence.
Tiangong Ultra and Honor’s Lightning both ran under Usain Bolt’s 9.58-second 100m world record at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The five-day event has drawn more than 2,000 robots and also produced new marks in the high jump and longer track races, amid China’s push to develop humanoid robots as a strategic industry.
After a week of marginal losses, Indian benchmark indices are expected to remain volatile as investors weigh escalating US-Iran tensions, a key Federal Reserve speech, and movements in crude oil prices. Analysts point to defensive sentiment and technical resistance levels, while broader markets show resilience in small-caps.
Producer Antony Perumbavoor confirmed that Drishyam 4 is in development, announcing the news at the Mazhavil Manorama Awards. The fourth installment will see Mohanlal return as Georgekutty, following the blockbuster success of Drishyam 3.
Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy's family fantasy The Magic Faraway Tree opened to $1.3 million domestically, marking Garfield's lowest wide-release debut. Reviews have been positive, with a 79% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, but box office analysts point to distributor challenges.
Bangladesh's natural gas crisis has forced the closure of major fertiliser plants, disrupted garment factories, caused power cuts and sparked protests. The crisis is blamed on underinvestment in gas fields and import disruptions linked to the US-Iran war, with the government now planning new drilling and imports.
The US national debt has crossed $40 trillion, with a widening deficit and rising Treasury yields prompting warnings from Jefferies and others. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has moved to expand bond buybacks, but markets remain skeptical.
Fire and medical officials have issued warnings about glutathione, a supplement offered to wildland firefighters exposed to toxic smoke, citing a lack of evidence for its safety and effectiveness, as well as contamination risks from recent pharmacy recalls. Despite anecdotal support from some firefighters, experts stress the need for rigorous research.
A Nuvama research report warns that a slowdown in the global AI investment boom could reverse capital flows, sending Asian savings home and shifting balance-of-payments pressures to the US, potentially weakening the dollar and keeping Treasury yields elevated. The report notes a two-speed global recovery, with chip-producing economies outpacing others.
Foreign portfolio investors have pumped Rs 23,543 crore into Indian equities this month, driven by expectations of stronger economic growth, improving corporate earnings, and rupee stability. Analysts expect the buying trend to sustain, though markets remain cautious due to high crude prices and global bond yields.
Stan Wawrinka, the 2016 US Open champion, will not receive a wildcard for this year's tournament in his final season, with the last men's spot going to American Patrick Kypson. The decision has drawn criticism from fans and insiders, while Wawrinka responded with a grateful farewell to New York.
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman concluded a two-day state visit to France, meeting with President Emmanuel Macron amid agreements on health, transport, and energy, and discussions on regional security and a Dragon Ball-themed park.
OpenAI's chief economist Ronnie Chatterji has described the skill set his economic research team seeks in new hires, emphasizing adaptability, collaboration, and comfort with uncertainty. The team, which focuses on AI's impact on jobs and the economy, is evolving with the fast pace of AI development, according to Chatterji.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on a week-long US-Canada tour, met industry leaders and the diaspora in New York and New Jersey, inviting investment ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027. He addressed the 'Garvi Gujarat Global New Jersey' programme, highlighting the state's economic growth and development roadmap through 2047.