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US Congress is most likely to take up a giant immigration bill in March, that recommends nearly doubling the number of H-1B skilled-worker temporary visas to 115,000. The measures include not just increasing the number of visas but also add an option of raising the cap 20 per cent more each year. If passed, the provisions buried in the Senate’s giant immigration bill, would open the country’s doors to highly skilled immigrants for science, math, technology and engineering jobs. The provisions were sought by Silicon Valley tech companies and enjoy significant bipartisan support amid concern that the United States might lose its lead in technology. Other provisions include a new F-4 visa category for students pursuing advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. These students would be granted permanent residence if they find a job in their field and pay a $1,000 fee toward scholarships and training of US workers. |
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RUSSIA TO TURN ON TAPS
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Cooperation between India and Russia received a fillip in various fields including energy and space during the two-day visit of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Fradkov who arrived on March 17. Supply of nuclear equipment by Russia for construction of Kudankulam plant besides uranium to Tarapur reactor were high on the talks agenda.
Taking place in the backdrop of Russia’s decision to provide uranium to Tarapur plant, the visit is also likely to see the two countries sign a deal with regard to supply of the fuel. The two sides are also expected to sign a deal for supply of 60 metric tonnes of urgently-needed uranium for Tarapur Atomic Power Station (TAPS).
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