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VC Prof. Romahoo among six scientists from IUST figure in Top 2% Global Scientists list

STC NEWS DESKAWANTIPORA, SEPTEMBER 21 (STC): Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, vice chancellor Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has featured in the 2025 edition of the prestigious Top 2% Global Scientists list compiled by Stanford University. He has featured in the list for the sixth consecutive year.Remarkably, Prof. Romshoo is an internationally acclaimed scientist…

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US President Trump orders hike in H-1B visa fee to $100,000 per year; India shows serious concern

STC EDITORIAL DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20 (STC): Giving a new twist to relations with India, U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation raising the H-1B visa fee to $100,000 per year from the current level rating from from $2,000 to $5,000 per application. By virtue of this proclamation, the fee will amount to $300,000…

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Not afraid of opposition politics; my duty is to bring J&K out of mess: Omar Abdullah

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday expressed his resolve to rebuild the Union Territory and revive its tourism sector. He also said that he won’t get derailed due to opposition politics.Addressing media, Omar said, “Opposition will always oppose, but I am not afraid. My work will…

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