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Indian businesses protest new tax system
by
Andy Uhler
Jun 29, 2017
Plans by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reform the nation’s tax system have sparked fiery protests across the country. For the first time, many small traders must pay tax. Businesses say they aren’t ready for the new system, which goes into effect this weekend. The government maintains the overhaul is needed to finance infrastructure […]
India’s prime minister to call on Trump, and H-1B visas can’t be ignored
by
Andy Uhler
Jun 26, 2017
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Washington today for his first meeting with President Trump. The two are likely to stick to subjects both countries agree on — defense and counterterrorism — but the issue of H-1B visas can’t be ignored. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.