American right-wing commentator Natalie Winters has defended opposition to the H-1B visa program, arguing that concerns about the visa system are economic rather than racial or xenophobic. Winters co-hosts the War Room podcast with Steve Bannon (a former Trump adviser) and said in a recent video that people claiming that opposition to H-1B is rooted in white nationalism are “absurd.”“To say that opposition to H-1B, which depresses American wages, is rooted in white nationalism is absurd,” Winters said. “America doesn’t have a problem of white nationalism. If anything, we have a problem of Indian nationalism,” he said.Pointing to statistics, Winters said that 70 percent of H-1B visas go to Indian citizens. He compared this to other immigration flows, claiming that illegal immigration largely comes from Mexico and that the majority of student visas go to Chinese citizens.“This is about protecting American workers,” he said, reiterating his claim that opposition to the H-1B program is motivated by economic protectionism, not racism. Conservative supporters, ‘America First’ campaigners and many political figures in the MAGA base are often accused of being anti-Indian or pro-white. In the nearly three-minute video, Winters also criticized outsourcing, wage suppression in the technology sector, and other immigration policies that he believes harm American citizens. He framed his argument as protecting American workers against displacement and warned about “xenonationalism” influencing visa programs.Winters is a self-described “populist nationalist” in the Republican Party and regularly criticizes the mainstream media.H-1B visas in the United States are highly concentrated among a few nationalities. Indian citizens receive the largest share, accounting for about 70 percent of all H-1B approvals in recent years, according to official USCIS data. Chinese citizens constitute the second largest group, primarily in STEM and technology fields. Other countries, including Canada, the Philippines, and South Korea, make up smaller portions. This program allows American companies to hire skilled foreign workers in specialized occupations such as technology and defense.

Patna: While the rest of India spent Friday evening looking for the crescent moon on the horizon, Nalanda’s Barakar village had a different story to tell. In a tradition that sets this small village in Bihar off the national calendar, residents of Barakar celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr 24 hours earlier, on Friday, which coincides not with the sighting of the Indian moon but with Saudi Arabia’s.For the villagers here, the “Eid ka Chand” is no longer something they wait to see with their own eyes from the rooftops. Instead, it appears virtually on the screen of their smartphone.Barakar, located in Silao block of Nalanda district, has deep connections with the Middle East. Almost every household has at least one member working in Saudi Arabia. This migration has not only brought economic prosperity but has also given a new shape to their religious and cultural times.Ali Khan, a resident of Barakar village, said this change is not accidental but a conscious step towards global unity. “We believe that Eid should be celebrated on the same day across the world,” he said.He said this practice started in the village about 15 years ago when smartphones and technology became an essential part of daily life. With high-speed internet reaching rural areas of Bihar, the geographical distance between Patna and Riyadh has effectively disappeared.Khan said, “Many of our relatives live in Saudi Arabia and we believe that when one of them has seen the moon, the rest should believe what they say and celebrate Eid on the same day.” While neighboring villages were celebrating the last fast of Ramzan, Barakar’s Eidgah was filled with people wearing new kurta-pajama offering Eid prayers.“Technology and the Internet have played a major role in connecting everyone across the globe and making the world a smaller place,” Khan said.While a significant section follows the Saudi calendar, others continue to follow the Indian tradition, often resulting in two-day celebrations in the same village.Khan said his relatives have not been directly affected by the conflict in West Asia and the ongoing war-like situation has not dampened the spirit and celebration of Eid. However, he said that while praying he remembered all those affected by the war and prayed for peace and improvement in the situation.

indigo, air india And SpiceJet has protested against a government directive barring airlines from charging for at least 60 per cent of seat selection, warning that the move could drive up airfares.The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), representing aviation companies, has called on the Civil Aviation Ministry to reconsider the decision. In a letter to Civil Aviation Secretary Sameer Kumar Sinha on Thursday, the civic body said the directive may have unintended and adverse effects on the aviation sector.“The financial impact of the Directive on airlines will be significant, forcing airlines to recover lost revenue through fare increases. As a result, all passengers, including those who do not wish to pre-select seats, will have to pay higher fares,” the letter said. The FIA ​​stated that seat selection fees are a legitimate source of revenue for airlines, especially in high-cost operating environments.It said costs continue to increase annually under the regulatory Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) framework, which allows airports full cost recovery with assured margins.“Airlines operate on thin margins and depend on ancillary revenues to offset rising operating costs, including fuel, maintenance, airport charges, etc. Imposing a blanket ban on ancillary revenues undermines commercial flexibility and interferes with market-driven pricing mechanisms,” the FIA ​​was quoted as saying by PTI.The FIA ​​also said that although free seat selection may seem beneficial to passengers, the broader impact could be adverse, with higher fares likely to limit affordability and reduce consumer choice.It said this decision could run counter to the goal of passenger welfare by converting the optional, user-paid fee into a uniform fare increase for all passengers, which would adversely affect price-sensitive passengers.The industry body also flagged the absence of stakeholder consultation, saying the decision was introduced without prior engagement with the sector.The FIA ​​urged the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to withdraw the order, saying, “If implemented, this measure will set a precedent for excessive interference in ancillary pricing, leading to huge loss of revenue for airlines, as well as creating uncertainty for airlines about future regulatory hurdles.”On Wednesday, the ministry said it has directed the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to ensure that airlines provide at least 60 per cent of seats free for selection in each flight with a view to providing fair access to passengers.The move comes amid growing concerns over airlines charging high fees for add-on services, including seat selection. Typically, carriers charge between Rs 200 to Rs 2,100 for select seats, depending on factors such as row position and extra legroom.Meanwhile, sources said airlines have highlighted several operational pressures to the ministry, including rising jet fuel prices linked to the West Asia conflict, as cited by PTI.The situation has had a significant impact on flight operations to and from the region.

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Former kickboxer turned internet celebrity Andrew Tate has often discussed his relationship thoughts and dating. The controversial influencer has, over the years, been linked to various women, such as models and social media personalities. Although Tate has rarely dated publicly, there are a few names that have been mentioned multiple times in media and online dating history.

Was Nagel Georgiana Manuela The most publicly connected partner?

One of the most popular relationships that Andrew Tate has been mentioned in is that of Nagel Georgiana Manuela, a Romanian influencer and businesswoman. She frequently appears in Tate’s social media posts and has been seen with him on private jets and at events.

The two were initially linked in 2021, before Tate posted photos of them together on the internet. In an Instagram post, he described her as the only woman he trusts, leading to speculation about their relationship. Neither of them have made any public statements about the specifics of their affair, but they are reported to have spent a lot of time together in Bucharest, where Tate spent some years.

Other alleged relationships with Andrew Tate Sofia Gulieva and others

Social media personality Sofia Guliyeva is another name linked to Tate. Romantic rumors between the two have been circulating since a series of TikTok videos and posts from 2022, in which the two are seen together. Some posts on social media also referred to her as Top G’s girl, a popular nickname for Tate.Most news of their relationship comes from social media appearances and fan theories rather than official statements. Tate has also had a brief relationship with American model Lori Harvey, but it was reported that the relationship was more of a speculation, which was never publicly confirmed.

Andrew Tate’s personal opinion on relationships and dating

However, unlike many celebrities who keep their affairs private, Andrew Tate has already spoken about his opinions on dating several times in interviews and podcasts. He has previously said that he likes dating younger women and has also talked about dating more than one girlfriend at the same time.Tate has also had several podcast appearances where he explains his feelings about dominant relationships and the need for power in a romantic relationship, and this has generated a lot of disapproval on the internet.Although her personal life has been associated with many controversial statements, Tate’s dating life has been very secret; Only a few known or popular relationships of the artist are publicly known. Most of the information about his love life is available through social media posts, interviews and media speculations, but it is not confirmed yet.