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Tragic Saudi Bus Crash Claims Over 40 Indian Pilgrims' Lives: Families in Hyderabad Seek Assistance
Nov 17, 2025 02:29 pm CST
A devastating road accident in Saudi Arabia has resulted in the deaths of more than 40 Indian pilgrims, mostly from Hyderabad, when their bus traveling from Mecca to Medina collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Relatives have rushed to the travel agency office seeking information while Indian diplomatic missions have established emergency helplines. Government officials including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy have assured full support to affected families, with coordination efforts underway between Indian missions and Saudi authorities.
Indian Embassy In US Issues Emergency Helpline Amid H-1B Visa Fee
Sep 21, 2025 10:56 am CST
In a move that has set off alarm bells among Indian professionals, United States President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing an annual fee of $100,000 on H-1B visa applications.