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29 Aug

PM Modi Begins Japan Visit, Bilateral Talks with PM Ishiba on Agenda

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending, World NewsJapan, Narendra Modi

Tokyo (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tokyo on Friday, beginning a two-day official visit during which he will meet Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba for wide-ranging talks on bilateral, regional, and global issues. The Ministry of External Affairs announced Modi’s arrival, stating that the discussions scheduled later today would focus on advancing the India–Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, a relationship that has expanded significantly over the past eleven years. Ahead of his departure from New Delhi, Modi emphasized that the visit would provide an important opportunity to strengthen cultural bonds between the two nations and open…

28 Aug

Trump Administration Moves to Limit Student and Media Visas, Revives 2020 Proposal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsGreen Card, H1B, media visa, student visa, Trump administration, US visas

New York/Washington, Aug 28 — The Trump administration has proposed new restrictions on the duration of visas for foreign students and media personnel, reviving a rule first floated in 2020 but withdrawn under President Biden.The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said the move would end indefinite stays for certain visa categories, particularly the F visa issued to international students. Since 1978, foreign students have been admitted under a “duration of status” clause that allows them to remain in the United States as long as they are enrolled in academic programs, without a set expiry date.The administration argues that the system…

28 Aug

Two Children Killed, 17 Injured in Minneapolis Church Shooting; Gunman Leaves Extremist Messages

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld Newschildren killed, church attack, extremist writings, Minneapolis shooting, US gun violence

Washington, August 28, 2025: A horrific mass shooting during a school prayer gathering inside a Minneapolis church on Wednesday left two young children dead and 17 others injured.Police said the attacker, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, entered the church with multiple firearms and opened fire on children and worshippers. An 8-year-old and a 10-year-old were killed instantly while sitting on church benches. Among the injured were 14 children and three elderly people.The gunman later shot himself in the church parking lot. Authorities confirmed the firearms including a rifle and a pistol were legally purchased. Westman, who was born male as…

27 Aug

Flood Fury in Pakistan: Rising Sutlej and Ravi Inundate Punjab, Kartarpur Sahib Submerged

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending, World NewsKartarpur Sahib, Pakistan

Islamabad (Gurpreet Singh): Pakistan is battling a worsening flood crisis as relentless rainfall and rising river levels inundate large parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The situation deteriorated after India released water into the Ravi and Sutlej rivers, prompting the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to sound a flood warning across vulnerable districts. The revered Sri Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara has also been caught in the deluge. In the early hours of the morning, floodwaters engulfed its lower portion, leaving Angitha Sahib, Mazar Sahib, and Khuh Sahib submerged. Rescue teams are struggling to maintain contact with sevadars inside the…

26 Aug

U.S. Slaps Additional 25% Tariff on Indian Imports Effective August 27, Citing Russia Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump

Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has announced the imposition of an extra 25% tariff on a wide range of imports from India, effective from 12:01 a.m. EST on Tuesday, August 27. The directive, published by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), follows Executive Order 14329 signed earlier this month by President Donald Trump. The new trade measure marks a significant escalation in U.S. efforts to pressure countries maintaining economic relationships with Russia, particularly in the energy sector. Although the order is framed as a response to "threats posed by the Government of the Russian Federation," India has been…

24 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Ukraine, Signals Openness to Future Peacekeeping Role

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsMark Carney, Ukraine

Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first official visit to Ukraine, as Ottawa weighs the possibility of contributing to international peacekeeping efforts in the war-torn region. The visit coincides with Ukraine’s Independence Day, underscoring Canada's continued support for Ukrainian sovereignty amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Carney's trip follows mounting discussions within a 30-nation coalition — led by France and the United Kingdom — exploring long-term security guarantees for Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. While Canada has not formally committed troops, senior government sources confirmed that the country is not ruling out future participation,…

24 Aug

Punjab Minister Seeks MEA’s Intervention Over US Visa Freeze for Punjabi Truckers After Florida Incident

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending, World NewsPunjab, US Work Visa

Chandigarh: In a significant diplomatic appeal, Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora has written to External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, urging immediate intervention following reports that the United States has suspended work visa issuance for commercial drivers — a move said to be linked to a recent truck accident in Florida involving a Punjabi-origin driver. In his letter, Arora expressed deep concern over the sweeping nature of the action, emphasizing that the visa pause is already causing considerable anxiety and hardship among the estimated 1.5 lakh Punjabis employed in the US trucking industry. He warned that such a blanket measure,…

24 Aug

India Emerges as Diplomatic Powerhouse Amid Global Tensions: High-Level Visits from Russia and Ukraine on the Horizon

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIndia, Russia, Ukraine

New Delhi: As global politics grows more volatile, India is quietly asserting itself as a stabilizing force on the world stage. With both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky preparing for potential visits to New Delhi, India’s carefully balanced diplomacy is gaining new significance. India’s long-standing ties with Russia are well-documented, rooted in decades of strategic cooperation. Yet, at the same time, India has managed to maintain cordial and constructive relations with Ukraine — even amid the ongoing war between the two nations. The coming visits of both leaders underscore New Delhi’s growing reputation as a neutral…

23 Aug

India Post Suspends U.S.-Bound Shipments From August 25 Amid Tariff Changes

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World Newscustoms tariff, Executive Order 14324, India Post, Ministry of Communications, U.S. postal suspension

New Delhi, August 23, 2025: The Department of Posts has announced a temporary halt on booking postal articles to the United States starting August 25, 2025, citing recent changes in American customs regulations. Only letters, documents, and gift parcels valued up to USD 100 will continue to be accepted until further notice. The Ministry of Communications said the move follows Executive Order No. 14324 issued by the U.S. Administration on July 30, 2025. The order withdraws the duty-free exemption for goods valued up to USD 800, effective August 29, bringing all postal consignments under the International Emergency Economic Power Act…

23 Aug

Under-construction bridge collapse in Qinghai leaves 12 dead, 4 missing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld News12 workers dead, China construction mishap, Qinghai bridge collapse, Yellow River accident

Qinghai, China, August 23, 2025: At least 12 workers were killed and four others reported missing after a railway bridge under construction collapsed over the Yellow River in Qinghai province early Friday, state media confirmed.The collapse occurred around 3 am during a tensioning operation when a steel cable snapped, bringing down a large section of the structure. Aerial images released by Xinhua showed part of the bridge’s aquamarine arch missing and a twisted section of the deck hanging into the river.Sixteen workers were on the bridge when the incident took place. Search operations are underway with boats, a helicopter, and…