global competition
H-1B Visa Restrictions and the Global Race for Indian Talent: Impact on US Innovation and Competitiveness
Oct 21, 2025 06:41 pm CST
President Trump's new H-1B visa restrictions, including a $100,000 fee per application, could significantly impact America's ability to attract global talent, particularly from India. As countries like Australia, France, and Germany implement welcoming policies for skilled Indian workers and students, the US risks losing its competitive edge in innovation and technology. This analysis examines the economic implications of these restrictions and suggests policy alternatives to maintain America's position in the global competition for talent.
Harvard Professor Tarun Khanna: India Must Invest in Science to Escape Middle-Income Status and Achieve Superpower Potential
Oct 18, 2025 09:27 pm CST
Harvard Business School Professor Tarun Khanna emphasizes that scientific investment is crucial for India's economic advancement beyond middle-income status. Speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, he addressed the disconnect between scientific and business communities, advised students on educational choices amid US uncertainty, and highlighted concerns about climate change and inequality as global challenges.
Bosch Cuts 13,000 Jobs in Germany: How Global Competition and EV Transition Are Reshaping the Automotive Industry
Sep 26, 2025 01:45 am CST
German industrial giant Bosch announces 13,000 job cuts in its automotive division, representing 10% of its German workforce, as the company faces shifting global demand, slower electric vehicle adoption, and intense price competition in China. The cuts are part of a broader crisis affecting Germany's automotive sector, with major manufacturers like Volkswagen also planning significant workforce reductions amid declining sales and profitability challenges.
Opinion | Great American Exodus: Indian Scholars Are Fleeing US - But To Where?
Sep 01, 2025 09:28 pm CST
As US politics under Trump drives out young researchers, India has an opportunity to lure its brightest scientific minds back. Tamil Nadu is leading the way, but a national strategy is urgently needed.