Mumbai, December 14 (IANS). In the Indian entertainment world, web series have made their special place compared to films. In this episode, actor and director Kunal Khemu’s recently released web series ‘Single Papa’ is discussed a lot. The audience really likes his work in the series. Speaking to IANS, Kunal Khemu said the experience of working in films and serials is very different and both these mediums challenge the artists in different ways. In an interview given to IANS, Kunal told that while working in films, the actor has to deliver performance within the time limit. A film is only two to three hours long and in that time the character has to be fully displayed. In contrast, web series consist of multiple episodes, which allow the actor to spend more time with his character and understand him in depth. This process gives the actor the opportunity to get into character and maintain it, allowing the audience to connect with that character for a long time. Kunal said, “Working in a web series is more exciting because you can show the development of your character in detail. Time is limited in films, so sometimes the depth of the character cannot be fully shown. But working on the series for a long time means that the character gradually changes and his story can be shown from many aspects. It is both a challenge and an opportunity for the actor because he has to stay in the character continuously. actor, but the role of the writer who writes the story is the writer which lays the foundation of that character and his story. series, he said, ”I lived my character to the fullest.” He worked in. Apart from this he also directed the film ‘Margao Express’. –IANS PK/ABM Share this story Tags

Dharamshala, December 14 (IANS). Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya created history in the third T20 match against South Africa. Pandya took the only wicket of Tristan Stubbs in this match. With this, Pandya scored a ‘century of wickets’ in T20 international cricket. Hardik Pandya became the first seamer to score more than 1,000 runs and 100 wickets in T20 international cricket. Apart from him, the three all-round spinners Shakib Al Hasan, Mohammad Nabi and Sikandar Raza achieved this feat. Hardik Pandya is the third Indian to score a ‘century of wickets’ in this format. Before him, Arshdeep Singh (109) and Jasprit Bumrah (101) achieved this position. On the other hand, Varun Chakraborty bowled 4 overs in this match and took 2 wickets for just 11 runs. Chakravarthy became the second Indian to take 50 T20 International wickets in the shortest number of matches. He achieved this milestone in 32 matches, while Kuldeep Yadav achieved it in 30 matches. In this match played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium on Sunday, the South African team lost the toss and batted first and were reduced to 117 runs. The visiting team lost 5 wickets with the score of 44. Meanwhile, captain Aiden Markram scored 61 runs in 46 balls with 2 sixes and 6 fours but could not take the team to a challenging score. Apart from captain Markram, Donovan Ferreira played an innings of 20 runs, while Anrich Nortje added 12 runs to the team’s account, but no other batsman could reach double figures. For India, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakraborty and Kuldeep Yadav took 2 wickets each, while Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dubey took 1 wickets each. The teams of India and South Africa are tied 1-1 in the T20 series of five matches. Both teams would like to win this game and take the lead in the series. –IANS RSG Share this story Tags

New Delhi, December 14 (IANS). Bhabha Atomic Research Center or BARC plans to build a large Research and Development (R&D) campus in Andhra Pradesh. This project is an important step towards strengthening India’s nuclear science and advanced reactor technology. This proposed campus will be built in Anakapalle district of Andhra Pradesh and its area will cover around 3,000 acres. According to documents reviewed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, BARC has sought permission from the Andhra Pradesh government to use 148.15 hectares of forest land for the project. The ministry’s Expert Evaluation Committee reviewed the proposal and recommended giving it “approval in principle” so that the first portion of the new land can be given for the project. Officials said that BARC has already acquired 1,200 hectares or about 3,000 hectares of revenue land for this project. The proposed forest land is located adjacent to the land already acquired and is important to the overall layout of the campus. This new campus will support BARC’s growing role in nuclear research, reactor development and advanced energy technology. This step is taken at a time when the government is emphasizing indigenous nuclear innovation and clean energy solutions. Earlier this month, the government told Parliament that BARC had already started designing and developing small modular reactors. These include the 200 MW Bharat Small Modular Reactor, 55 MW Small Modular Reactor and high-temperature gas-cooled reactor for hydrogen generation. These reactors will be built for technology demonstration at official Department of Atomic Energy sites and construction work is likely to begin after project approval. The central government has also emphasized the promotion of international cooperation in the nuclear sector. India’s Department of Atomic Energy and Russia’s Rosatom discussed possibilities of cooperation on large and small nuclear power projects, including the installation of Russian-designed small modular reactors in India and local manufacturing of equipment. –IANS Durgesh Bahadur/ABM Share this story Tags

New Delhi, December 14 (IANS). Hailing from Sikkim, Baichung Bhutia is called India’s football superstar and made the country famous at the international level. He has actively contributed to the Indian football team as a captain. Even after retirement, this legend is active in the development of football. Born on December 15, 1976 in Tinkitam, Sikkim, Baichung Bhutia was always interested in football, but apart from this sport, he also represented his school in badminton, basketball and athletics. The parents did not want their son to pursue a career in sports. He wanted his son to focus on his studies, but Baichung got a scholarship from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to attend the Tashi Namgyal Academy in Gangtok at the age of nine. Baichung Bhutia was selected as the ‘Best Player’ in the Subroto Cup 1992, which brought him into the eyes of the entire country. The passion for football was so great that Baichung Bhutia chose to play in the under-16 football team instead of appearing for the board exams in 1992. He left school to join East Bengal FC. At the age of just 19, he made his international debut against Thailand in the Nehru Cup. He became the youngest Indian player to score a goal on international debut. As captain, he played an important role in India winning the 2008 AFC Challenge Cup. ‘Poster boy of Indian football’ Baichung Bhutia was selected ‘Indian Player of the Year’ in 1995 and 2008. They won the Indian National Football League in the 1996–97 season. In 1999, Bhutia became the first Indian footballer to be signed for a European club. He got a three-year contract with Bury FC of England, which opened the doors of foreign countries for Indian players. Baichung Bhutia was awarded the ‘Arjuna Award’ in the year 1998 for his outstanding contribution to football. Following this, he was awarded ‘Padma Shri’ in the year 2008. Bhutia, who was honored with ‘AFC Hall of Fame’ in 2014, was also awarded ‘Bang Bhushan’ in the same year. Bhaichung Bhutia’s contribution to Indian football was historic and versatile. Even after retirement, Bhutia contributed to the development of the game through politics, administration and football academy at the grassroots level. –IANS RSG/ABM Share this story Tags

Copyright © HT Digital Streams Limited All rights reserved. The move marks another step in the government’s ongoing effort to update telecommunications equipment standards (REUTERS). Summary India will introduce new essential requirements and technical standards for Internet Protocol terminals, tightening compliance rules for telecommunications devices. The revised norms aim to boost local manufacturing and align with emerging technologies while ensuring cyber security and quality assurance. New Delhi: India plans to introduce new essential requirements (ER) and technical standards for IP (Internet Protocol) terminals under the Telecommunications Engineering Center (TEC) in a move aimed at tightening testing and compliance for telecom equipment sold or imported into the country, according to a World Trade Organization (WTO) document. An Internet Protocol terminal is a device that enables voice, video, or data communication over Internet-based networks, instead of traditional telephone lines. Telecommunications Engineering Centre, the technical division of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), is responsible for the development, standardization and maintenance of technical standards for telecommunications equipment and networks in the country. The move marks another step in the government’s ongoing effort to update telecom equipment standards in line with emerging technologies and security expectations, while also giving a boost to domestic manufacturing under its swadeshi initiative. The revised standards are expected to be rolled out in the next 60 days, and WTO members have been asked to submit their comments by February 9, as required under the Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT). The revision of the IP terminal standards comes at a time when India is working to strengthen interoperability, cybersecurity compliance and quality assurance across telecom equipment. Industry experts say that updates to such standards typically affect testing requirements, certification timelines and the readiness of domestic manufacturers to meet global benchmarks. IP terminals have become increasingly important with the expansion of enterprise communication systems, hybrid work models and broader adoption of Internet-based calling solutions. Ensuring updated technical specifications will help maintain reliability and security while supporting India’s growing digital infrastructure. According to the WTO document reviewed by Munt, the ER falls under DoT’s Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunications Equipment (MTCTE) scheme, which means that all IP terminals sold or imported into India must comply with these updated standards once notified. Under WTO rules, when a member country notifies a proposed technical regulation, other members are given a fixed period—typically 60 days—to review and comment. After this, the issuing country can consider the feedback, finalize the standards and announce their domestic implementation. “The revision of essential requirements for IP terminals is expected to strengthen the technical rigor and credibility of telecom products manufactured in India. While OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) and EMS (electronics manufacturing services) partners may need to adjust their testing protocols and compliance workflows, these changes will ultimately increase product quality and market confidence,” said Electronic Sneh, Ah, Electronic System and the director of electronic systems, An Shaim. manufacturing company. “We see this as an opportunity to lead through readiness. With our in-house radio frequency (RF) testing, firmware loading, and telecom-grade printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) capabilities, we are well positioned to support our partners in quickly and efficiently meeting the updated Telecommunications Engineering Center (TEC) standards,” said Shah. The draft submitted to the WTO states that it applies to all Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) terminals, making the updated norms applicable across a broad category of enterprise and consumer IP communications devices. Products must meet TEC’s electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards for emissions and immunity, including electrostatic discharge (ESD), radiated radio frequency, surge, voltage drops, and fast transients—which greatly increase hardware testing and quality requirements. The revised standards will directly affect manufacturers and importers of SIP phones, video conference terminals, IP desk phones and other Internet calling devices, many of which are currently sourced from China, Taiwan, South Korea, Vietnam and parts of Europe. “Most of India’s enterprise-grade IP terminals – used in IT/ITES centers, banks, call centers and government offices – are imported, and stricter testing under MTCTE could increase compliance costs for foreign manufacturers and delay shipments in the short term,” said RK Bhatnagar, director general, Voice of Indian Commtech Enterprises (VOICE), an industry body. At the same time, he said, the move creates a swadeshi opportunity, as domestic telecom equipment firms building IP phones and unified communications hardware could gain an advantage when compliance becomes uniform for all players, reducing the price gap with low-cost imports and encouraging more local manufacturing under the Make in India program. According to an India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) report, India’s telecom sector continues to show strong momentum, with gross revenue rising from $39.22 billion in FY24 to $43.42 billion in FY25. As of June 2025, the total teledensity stood at 86.09%, reflecting the widespread reach of connectivity across the country. The 5G infrastructure market is set to rise from $14 billion in 2025 to $574.4 billion by 2035, growing at a 45% CAGR based on rapid adoption, heavy investments and large-scale deployment, according to the IBEF report. Get all the Business News, Market News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on Live Mint. Download the Mint News app to get daily market updates. more topics #Telekom Read next story

Stock Market News: Indian benchmark indices closed higher for the second consecutive session last week on Friday, December 12, 2025 amid positive global cues and sentiment following the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut last week. The Nifty 50 index closed 0.57% higher at 26,046.95 points, compared to 25,898.55 points at the previous market close. While the BSE Sensex index also closed 0.53% higher at 85,267.66 points, compared to 84,818.13 points at the previous market close, according to exchange data. From Paytm’s parent company, One 97 Communications, Wipro, to KEC International and Bharat Electronics (BEL) — Here is a list of 10 stocks that will be in the focus of the market investors on Monday, December 15, 2025. Stocks to watch on Monday 1. One 97 Communications (PAYTM): Paytm’s full board announced an additional investment company of 5 ⹂. its wholly-owned subsidiary through a rights issue of equity shares. “We hereby inform you that on December 12, 2025, the company has completed the additional investment of ₹2,250 crore in its wholly-owned subsidiary, Paytm Payments Services Ltd, by way of subscription to its rights issue of equity shares,” the company informed the stock exchange on Friday. Paytm shares closed 2% higher at ₹1,305.85 after Friday’s stock market session, compared to ₹1,280.25 at the previous market close, according to BSE data. The company’s shares have risen 30% over the past one-year period, and are trading 32.87% higher on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. 2. Wipro Ltd (WIPRO): Wipro on Friday announced that the company has expanded its partnership with US-based tech giant Alphabet’s Google Cloud to boost its productivity and digital transformation with Gemini. Wipro shares closed 0.58% higher at ₹260.55 in last week’s last trading session, compared to ₹259.05 at the previous market close, according to BSE data. The IT firm’s stock has lost more than 15% in the last one-year period, and is trading 13.25% lower on a YTD basis in 2025. 3. Aurobindo Pharma (AUROPHARMA): Aurobindo Pharma informed the stock exchanges that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspected a unit of the company’s subsidiary on December 1, 2020 on Telang20 authority. has also issued a notice to which the company will respond within the stipulated timelines. Aurobindo Pharma shares closed 1.81% higher at ₹1,193.70 after Friday’s session, compared to ₹1,172.50 at the previous market close, BSE data showed. The company’s stock has lost 3.98% in the last one-year period, and is trading 11.69% lower on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. 4. Godawari Power and Ispat Ltd (GPIL): Godawari Power and Ispat’s board announced a ₹1,625 crore investment to scale up the company’s battery energy storage manufacturing project. The filing showed that the project will be completed in two parts. “We would like to inform you that the company has decided to increase the capacity of the said project from 10 GWh to 40 GWh at an investment of ₹1,625 crores (increase from ₹700 crores), in two phases,” the firm informed the stock exchanges on Friday. Godawari Power shares closed 2.16% higher at ₹238.45 after Friday’s trading session, compared with ₹233.40 at the previous close, according to BSE data. The company’s stock has given investors 2.36% return in the last one-year period, and is trading 11.94% higher on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. 5. KEC International Ltd (KEC): KEC International received orders amounting to ₹1,150 crore to construct transmission and distribution lines, an AIS substation and additional civil and structural works for a 150 MW thermal power plant. “KEC International Ltd, a global infrastructure EPC major, an RPG group company, has bagged new orders worth ₹1,150 crores in the T&D and Civil businesses in India,” the company said. KEC International shares closed 1.11% higher at ₹691.60 after Friday’s stock market session, compared to ₹684 at the previous market session, according to BSE data. The company’s shares have lost 41.40% in the last one-year period, and are trading 42.16% lower on a year-to-date (YTD) basis in 2025. 6. NLC India (NLCINDIA): NLC India on Sunday received a letter of acceptance from the National Capital Region Transport Corporation Ltd (NCRTC) to set up a (solar-linked) project MW-110 power. Pradesh. The company on Friday also signed a joint venture agreement with PTC India to develop a green energy capacity of up to 2,000 megawatt project in phases. NLC India shares closed 3.24% higher at ₹243.70 after Friday’s market session, compared to ₹236.05 at the previous stock market session, BSE data showed. The company’s shares have fallen 5.83% over the last one-year period, and are trading 0.65% higher on a YTD basis in 2025. 7. A-1 Ltd (A1L): A-1 Ltd, on Friday announced that the company will supply 10,000 metric tons of concentrated nitric acid between Gutilizer Narmada Industries (Narmada Valley) and Gutilizer Narmada Industries (India). The filing data showed that the contract will be executed between November 2025 to March 2026. A-1 shares closed 5% higher at ₹1,864.05 after Friday’s market session, compared to ₹1,775.30 at the previous market session, BSE data showed. The company’s shares have rallied more than 380% in the last one-year period, and are trading 363.18% higher on a year-to-date (YTD) basis in 2025. 8. Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL): BEL on Friday received orders worth ₹776 crore since the company’s last disclosure on November 4, 2021 inclusive. Counter Unmanned Aerial System (SAKSHAM), software-defined radios, anti-drone systems, communication equipment, medical electronics, gun control systems, weapon control systems, security software, avionics, masts, components, upgrades, parts, services, etc,” the company said. BEL shares closed 0.40% higher at ₹389.40 after Friday’s stock market session, compared to ₹387.85 at the previous market close, according to BSE data The company’s shares have risen 23% in the last one-year period, and are trading 32.41% higher on a YTD basis. 9. SMS Pharmaceuticals Ltd (SMSPHARMA): SMS Pharma has disclosed that the US FDA has also inspected the company’s Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility, located at Visahrkhrnampatha facility nature, unrelated to data integrity, and the firm plans to file a response with the US FDA within the stipulated period. Shares of SMS Pharmaceuticals closed 0.16% lower at ₹320.75, compared to ₹321.25 at the previous market close. The company’s shares have gained 29.51% in the last one-year period, and are trading 24.73% higher on a year-to-date (YTD) basis in 2025. ESAF Small Finance Bank (ESAFSB): On Friday, the board approved the sale of assets (NPA) (00) crore. “Bank carries an overall provision of 94% on the above pool,” the bank said in its BSE filing. ESAF Small Finance Bank shares closed 0.55% higher ₹25.70 after Friday’s stock market session, compared to ₹25.56 at the previous market close, according to BSE data.The stock has lost 35.92% in the last one-year period, and is trading 40.15% lower on a year-to-date (YTD) basis in 2025. Read all stories by Anubhav Mukherjee Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only are those of individual analysts or brokerage firms, not Mint.We advise investors to consult with certified experts before making any investment decisions, as market conditions can change rapidly and circumstances may vary.

With the prices of memory chips rising, there is a growing fear that smartphone prices will rise in the new year. However, a new leak has revealed that the prices of Samsung’s existing devices may also increase. According to a leak by tipster Abhishek Yadav on X (formerly Twitter), Samsung’s A-series prices will go up from Monday. The tipper claims that the Galaxy A56 ( review ) will see a price hike of around ₹ 2,000, while other models in the A series could see a price hike of around ₹ 1,000. Galaxy A series prices in India: Galaxy A17 was launched in India in August at a starting price of ₹18,999 for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage model and went up to ₹23,499 for the top-end 8GB RAM/256GB variant. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A36 and A56 were launched in India in March. The A36 started at a price of ₹ 32,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant and went up to ₹38,999 for the 12GB RAM/256GB variant. The Galaxy A56, on the other hand, started at ₹41,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB variant and ₹47,999 for the 12GB RAM/256GB variant. If the leak does turn out to be true, it would mean that the Galaxy A17 could start at a price of ₹ 19,999, while the Galaxy A36 could start at ₹ 33,999 and the Galaxy A56 could go up to ₹ 43,999 for the base variant. View Full Image Galaxy A56 5G Display (Aman Gupta) Samsung may not be alone in price hikes: Even before the news of Samsung price hikes is confirmed, several other budget devices have already started receiving price hikes. For example, the Vivo T4 Lite was launched in June this year at a price of ₹9,999 for the 4GB RAM/128GB storage variant. However, the device is currently listed at a price of ₹ 11,999 on Flipkart. Other Vivo phones that have also received a price hike include the Vivo T4x, Vivo T4 and Vivo T4R. Similarly, iQOO, Realme and Oppo devices have also received price hikes. Here’s a list of devices that have gone up in price for the time being, courtesy of Debayan Roy on X. iQOO: iQOO Z10x, Z10 Lite, Z10, Z10R and Neo 10 Realme: Realme 15x, 15T, P4 Oppo: Oppo Reno 14 series and F31

Hours after the much-awaited visit of Argentine football icon Lionel Messi to Kolkata turned into a ‘messy’ event, organizer Satadru Dutta reportedly tried to leave the city for Hyderabad, where Messi had a scheduled program, but was stopped from doing so by officials. The organizer was reportedly run from the plane moments before take-off from the Kolkata airport and arrested. Satadru Dutta – the chief organizer of GOAT India Tour 2025 – who has widely promoted the event as “a Satadru Dutta initiative” – ​​found himself in the limelight on Saturday after scenes of mayhem erupted at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium. The fans, who came in large numbers, barely got a glimpse of Messi – leading to angry fans vandalizing the stadium. Dutta asked to leave, assurance of refund – What happened at the airport? Satadru Dutta reportedly made it to the plane, but it was only a matter of minutes after Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar reached the Kolkata airport and ordered that Dutta be stopped from flying out of the city, officials said. According to a report by TOI, Satadru Dutta arrived at the airport around 12.25 pm, completed security checks and boarded the plane around 12.40 pm. Police officers arrived at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Sunday, where Satadru Dutta accompanied Messi and his Inter Miami teammates ahead of the next leg of the footballer’s India tour. Dutta was asked to leave the plane at around 1pm and was detained in a vehicle on the tarmac while the police decided on the next course of action. During this time, he allegedly tried to negotiate with officials—initially denying responsibility for the Salt Lake Stadium fiasco and later offering to post a personal bond guaranteeing refunds to nearly 60,000 spectators, said a report by TOI quoting witnesses. Salt Lake Stadium fiasco What was projected as a landmark celebration of global football quickly unraveled into scenes of confusion and anger at Salt Lake Stadium – Kolkata – after angry fans threw water bottles, chairs at officials when they missed out on catching a glimpse of their beloved footballer Lionel Messi. View Full Image Kolkata: Satadru Datta, the main organizer of the Lionel Messi football rally at Salt Lake Stadium, is brought to the Bidhannagar court in Kolkata on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Satadru was arrested on Saturday after widespread chaos at the venue, which saw the Argentine World Cup field champion leave early. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) (PTI12_14_2025_000116B) (PTI) From ₹4000 to amounts going as high as ₹32,000 – the unrest was fueled by frustration among fans who paid huge sums to catch a glimpse of Indian football in Kolkata. Their anger was directed at a group of nearly 100 people who surrounded Messi upon his arrival at the Salt Lake Stadium. The group included West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas, Mohun Bagan president Debasish Dutta, general secretary Srinjoy Bose and members of Messi’s entourage including Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul. View full image Satadru Dutta – the organizer of the Kolkata leg of GOAT India Tour 2025 – who has widely promoted the event as “a Satadru Dutta initiative” – ​​found himself in the spotlight on Sunday after scenes of chaos erupted at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium, forcing the Argentine captain to leave the venue after barely 20 minutes. On Sunday, a court in Bidhannagar sent Satadru Dutta to 14 days of police custody as authorities probe widespread disorder that broke out during the Argentine superstar’s GOAT India Tour 2025 stop in the city.

The US has reportedly revoked temporary work visas for H-1B and H-4 holders, citing increased scrutiny of applicants. Immigration attorney Emily Neumann expressed concern about the effectiveness of this process, particularly for individuals with prior investigations and no convictions. US H-1B and H-4 visa holders face prudent visa revocation.(REUTERS) H-1B and H-4 visa holders in the US have reportedly received emails from the consulate informing them that temporary work visas have been “prudentially revoked” amid the postponement of H-1B visa interviews. The US Embassy in India announced on December 9 that many H-1B visa appointments have been postponed until next year. It comes as US authorities prepare to begin investigating applicants on social media from December 15. “We are seeing more discretionary visa revocations for H-1Band H-4 holders who have had a prior interaction with law enforcement, even without any conviction. Many of these incidents have already been disclosed and cleared up in earlier visa stamps,” immigration attorneys said in a US State Department statement. The statement said, “Visa screening does not stop after a visa is issued. We continuously monitor visa holders to ensure they are following all US laws and immigration rules – and we will revoke their visas and deport them if they do not.” What is a prudent visa revocation? A precautionary visa revocation is a temporary, precautionary measure driven by prudence and does not mean a permanent refusal of the visa. This is done as a precaution, typically in cases where the government suspects an issue with the visa holder’s eligibility. Will Prudential Visa Revocation Affect Stay in the US? A prudential revocation does not impact an individual’s legal stay in the US, but it does mean that the case will be reviewed again at the applicant’s next visa appointment. “A revocation does not affect legal stay in the United States, but it means the issue will be reconsidered at the next visa appointment. Hard to see how this is an efficient use of government resources when the incident has already been reviewed before,” Neumann said. When is a visa usually revoked? According to a report by Reddy Neumann Brown PC, a US immigration law firm, the State Department has extensive authority to revoke visas under US law. Typically, a visa can be revoked if the holder is ineligible, such as by violating their status, committing fraud or falling into a ground of inadmissibility. The department’s rules, set out in the Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), specify the general reasons for revoking visas, including loss of entitlement or recognized incompetence under the law. When to expect prudent visa revocation? The FAM also explains precautionary revocation, which enables the Department to revoke a visa if there is suspicion of incompetence or a lack of entitlement, sometimes even before proof is confirmed or in other justified cases. This process, known as a precautionary revocation, allows the department to revoke your visa as a safety measure if they receive information indicating that you may not qualify, even before a final decision. What is the rationale behind prudential visa revocation? By cautiously revoking the visa, the government prevents the individual from re-entering the US until the underlying problem is resolved, according to the Reddy Neumann report. This calls for a reassessment of their visa eligibility when they apply or travel again. Importantly, prudential revocation is not related to deportation; rather, it is a temporary pause for review, the report added. Get latest real-time updates Stay updated with latest trends, India, world and US news. Business NewsNewsUs NewsH-1B and H-4 visa holders face discretionary visa revocation – What does this mean, and will it affect their stay in the US? More

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for Karnataka. Temperatures across Bengaluru are expected to remain around 28 degrees Celsius during the day and fall to around 14 degrees Celsius in the coming week. According to the weather department, no warning was issued for Karnataka’s capital Bengaluru till December 20. “Very cold weather is likely at some places in Telangana and interior Karnataka on December 15 and 16. North interior Karnataka may face severe cold wave conditions on December 15,” a press release issued by the IMD said. Bengaluru Weather Bengaluru is expected to see foggy mornings and pleasant daytime temperatures over the next few days. Daytime temperatures are likely to hover around 28 degrees Celsius, while nights will remain relatively cool. Minimum temperatures are expected to vary between 14 degrees Celsius and 16 degrees Celsius, with the lowest likely to occur on December 15. Which regions face severe cold wave conditions? In its forecast, the weather agency has also issued a very cold weather warning for Telangana on December 15 and 16, while eastern Uttar Pradesh is likely to experience dense fog during the mornings of December 14 to 16, with very dense fog expected on December 14 and 15. degrees Celsius. G Udayagiri in Kandhamal district emerged as the coldest place in Odisha, with temperatures plummeting to 4.2 degrees Celsius. Daringbadi and Phulbani, also in Kandhamal, followed closely, recording a minimum temperature of 6 degrees Celsius each. In Koraput district, Semiliguda registered a low of 6.1 degrees Celsius, while Koraput town saw the mercury dip to 7 degrees Celsius. Rourkela recorded a minimum temperature of 8.2 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Chilima recorded 8.6 degrees Celsius, followed by Jharsuguda at 8.9 degrees Celsius. Bhawanipatna in Kalahandi district registered 9 degrees Celsius, while Angul recorded 9.6 degrees Celsius. Both Boudh and Kirei recorded minimum temperatures of 9.8 degrees Celsius, the weather office added. Temperatures ranging between 10 and 11 degrees Celsius were reported from Nabarangpur, Bolangir, Sundargarh and Keonjhar. Meanwhile, state capital Bhubaneswar recorded a minimum of 13.2 degrees Celsius, while neighboring Cuttack saw the temperature dip to 13 degrees Celsius. The IMD has predicted that cold wave conditions will continue over several parts of Odisha over the next week as no significant change in night temperatures is expected. (With inputs from news agency PTI)