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US Moves Against North Korean IT Worker Scheme Hitting Over 70 American Firms

The US Department of Justice has launched a crackdown on a scheme involving North Korean IT workers. Authorities say the operation affected more than 70 companies spanning several industries across the country. Two American nationals were arrested in connection with identity theft and money laundering tied to the activity. The FBI carried out multiple searches in Texas and seized a large number of laptops used in the operation.

Bumrah likely to skip New Zealand ODIs, may play one India A match before Tests

Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be part of India's five-match ODI series against New Zealand. The team management is prioritising his red-ball workload ahead of the Tests. The fast bowler could feature in one India A game before joining the Test squad. The squads for the ODI and Test series are expected to be announced within the next few days.

Around 12,700 US-based Indian tech workers returned home in first nine months of 2026

Staffing firm Xpheno reports that roughly 12,700 white-collar technology workers came back to India between January and September 2026. That number is close to the record 15,100 returnees logged across all of 2025. Analysts expect the 2026 total to surpass last year's figure by December. The article notes that returning professionals often face steep salary cuts in the Indian job market. The data points to a sustained flow of tech talent moving back from the United States.

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