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Trump's immigration crackdown has detained more than 50 military spouses, parents
The Hindu – World · India
At least eight immediate family members of U.S. service members remain in federal immigration custody
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Nigeria's president orders a 80% salary increase for junior soldiers
BBC News – World · Europe
The announcement comes as Nigeria's security forces struggle to contain multiple threats.
Geopolitics
Trump's immigration crackdown hits US military families; over 50 spouses, parents detained
Times of India – World · India
Dozens of parents and spouses of US service members face detention and deportation. This marks a significant shift from prior bipartisan immigration policies f…
Geopolitics
To lead Greater Bay Area integration, Hong Kong can look to San Francisco
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong’s first-ever five-year plan for economic and social development (2026-2030) is out for public consultation. The section on the “development of region…
Geopolitics
Jamie Oliver wants chewing gum ban – and it sticks with Singaporeans
South China Morning Post – World · China
A recent interview featuring English celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, 51, has struck a chord with Singaporeans, for the unlikeliest of reasons. On Saturday, Britis…
Geopolitics
Government may allow fees on UPI payment above Rs 2,000
Times of India – World · India
The government may allow a small charge on UPI payments exceeding two thousand rupees. This levy would apply to transactions made to businesses and not individ…
Startups
Govt to raise CSAM lapses, wrongful account action issue with Meta; global team in India on Aug 5-6
Your Story · India
Meta has been under regulatory scrutiny over the issue of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in paid advertisements on Instagram, and the government, last mont…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong civil servant charged with misconduct over bogus littering tickets issued to 5
South China Morning Post – World · China
A Hong Kong civil servant has been charged with misconduct in public office for allegedly issuing bogus fixed-penalty littering notices to five people, trigger…
Geopolitics
Airport chaos, delays as E.U. debuts biometric border system
The New York Times – World · US
The biometric system for non-E.U. citizens is causing long delays and short tempers at airports. Officials say the rocky rollout will get better and will impro…
Geopolitics
MNS sends toy Toyota Innovas to BMC commissioner over vehicle upgrade row
Times of India – World · India
A controversial BMC proposal to replace its Scorpio SUVs with newer Toyota Innovas has drawn criticism. In protest, MNS leaders sent toy Innovas to the BMC Com…
Geopolitics
Li Ka Shing Foundation, Disney gift 24,000 domestic helpers tickets to Toy Story 5
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Li Ka Shing Foundation has partnered with The Walt Disney Company to offer 24,000 foreign domestic helpers free tickets to watch the latest Toy Story movie…
Startups
Taunted for driving, these six women now command Bihar’s Pink Buses
Your Story · India
Six young women defied taunts and hardship to become Bihar Pink Bus drivers, inspiring other young girls to boldly take the wheel.
Geopolitics
Parliament panel to meet social media platforms over online safety, privacy
Times of India – World · India
- Priyanshi Rastogi is a journalist at The Times of India, covering national, international, and business news. - Her work focuses on political events, in-de…
Geopolitics
Malaysia cracks down on social media hiking trend after jump in numbers needing rescue
The Guardian – World · Europe
Officials are banning some ‘compressed hikes’ which involve walkers tackling demanding routes in short timeframesMalaysia’s government is tightening hiking rul…
Geopolitics
2 fire service contractors linked to Tai Po tragedy still running, open to new contracts
South China Morning Post – World · China
Two Hong Kong fire service contractors linked to alleged malpractice in the city’s deadliest blaze in decades are still in business and remain open to taking o…
Geopolitics
7 face arrest after Inner Mongolia fatal blast report exposes string of failings
South China Morning Post – World · China
A series of failures, including poor maintenance, design and oversight, have been blamed for a deadly explosion at an industrial plant in Baotou in China’s Inn…
Geopolitics
What Hong Kong’s districts can learn from Sham Shui Po’s governance
South China Morning Post – World · China
Old, dense and diverse, Sham Shui Po exemplifies many practical challenges associated with grass-roots governance in Hong Kong: ageing buildings, narrow alleys…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong gauges public views on 50:50 split for public flats, subsidised sale homes
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong authorities are gauging public feedback on a possible shift in the supply ratio of public rental flats to subsidised sale homes to an even 50:50 spli…
Geopolitics
Cauvery dispute: Priyank Kharge urges Centre to simplify drought management guidelines
Times of India – World · India
"Our stance on Cauvery water is clear. We can only give water to our people, but the Chief Minister has also asked for cooperation. In the wake of the Prime Mi…
Geopolitics
Colorado declares town abandoned amid water and leadership crisis
The Guardian – World · Europe
Hartman residents asked for declaration after infighting exacerbated water crisis and all town leaders resignedA small town in south-eastern Colorado was recen…
Geopolitics
Canada’s new Study Permit rules: An officer shall not issue visa unless these conditions are met
Times of India – World · India
Canada has updated study permit rules, increasing financial scrutiny for applicants. Immigration officers will now examine both the amount and source of applic…
Geopolitics
New Huanggang checkpoint to undergo major stress tests with 10,000 participants
South China Morning Post – World · China
Several major stress tests involving more than 10,000 people – including Hong Kong civil servants – will be carried out at the revamped Huanggang Port border c…
Geopolitics
Turn failing water firms into not-for-profit cooperatives, MPs and mayors tell PM
The Guardian – World · Europe
Labour politicians say mutualised model puts public in control without adding debt to government’s balance sheetMPs and mayors close to Andy Burnham have told …
Geopolitics
US makes visa bond rule permanent, raises cap to $20,000; Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan affected
Indian Express – World · India
- US makes visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, including Africa, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. - Bond amounts raised to $20,000, with $10k and $20…
Geopolitics
Tahir Hussain gets life for IB staffer’s killing in 2020 riots
Times of India – World · India
A Delhi court sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment. They were convicted for the murder of Intelligence Bureau st…
Geopolitics
NSW should compensate elderly woman whose public housing was inundated with sewage, ombudsman finds
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ombudsman finds Homes NSW acted unreasonably and recommended additional payment for distress and sufferingGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news p…
Geopolitics
In Area Hit by Blaze, French Officials Failed to Enforce Wildfire Rules
The New York Times – World · US
Under French rules, homeowners must clear vegetation within roughly 50 yards of their houses. In the forests affected by France’s worst fire in decades, that d…
Geopolitics
How Hong Kong’s five-year plan could get ball rolling on Olympic bid
South China Morning Post – World · China
The government has started public consultation on Hong Kong’s first five-year plan. The accompanying consultation document sets out principles which will be ap…
Geopolitics
Burnham to free mayors from ‘Treasury death grip’ with new devolved powers
The Guardian – World · Europe
Local leaders say plan will transform funding so English regions no longer rely on Whitehall handouts for projectsEngland’s regional mayors will be able to bre…
Geopolitics
NEET-UG 2026 case: CBI links leak to teachers who set paper, did translation work
Times of India – World · India
In a shocking revelation, subject experts are accused of memorizing and leaking NEET-UG 2026 exam questions after receiving daily access from home. These recon…
Geopolitics
Burnham does not rule out tax rises for social care reform as he fast-tracks Louise Casey’s review – UK politics live
The Guardian – World · Europe
The prime minister says that current inefficiencies in the system will be tackled first, as he reveals final recommendations will be out by summer 2027Andy Bur…
Geopolitics
Malaysia clamps down on social media-fuelled hiking risks
South China Morning Post – World · China
Malaysia is tightening controls on high-risk hiking routes after officials linked a growing rescue burden to poor preparation, unauthorised trails and social m…
Geopolitics
Germany news: BMW to cut up to 8,000 jobs
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The auto giant BMW has become the latest German car company to announce major job cuts, projected to shed 8,000 by the end of 2027. Meanwhile, new ministers ha…
Geopolitics
‘You earned the gaalis’: Vishal Dadlani slams Kangana Ranaut over GenZ protest remark
Times of India – World · India
Vishal Dadlani slammed Kangana Ranaut after she called Gen-Z protesters' videos "puke-inducing" and labelled them "Generation Gutter." Dadlani defended the stu…
Geopolitics
PM Modi's message to key ministries: Be youthful, dynamic and adaptable
Times of India – World · India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged government ministries to remain youthful and forward-looking. He stressed the need for young entrepreneurs' active participa…
Geopolitics
1 officer, 1 car: Government tightens rules for use of official vehicle for staff
Times of India – World · India
Government has tightened rules for official vehicle usage by employees. Officers will now receive only one official car, even with additional charges. They are…
Geopolitics
UK company in spotlight as Nishikant Dubey vows 'disclosure' in Parliament
Times of India – World · India
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey plans to disclose information about a UK-registered company. He will reveal which Indian politician is a director in Backops Limited. …
Geopolitics
Why do Indians account for nearly 60% of the drop in Canada’s permanent residency numbers
Indian Express – World · India
- Canada’s immigration slowdown has sharply reduced Indian permanent residents (36,910 vs. 49,115 in 2025), accounting for 57% of the 12.5% overall decline. …
Geopolitics
China cracks down on sales of decommissioned military equipment ‘to protect PLA’s image’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Beijing has tightened its rules on the sale of military equipment to ban its sale through unauthorised channels. “In recent years, some business operators have…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong steps up support as premium taxi fleets face driver shortage
South China Morning Post – World · China
A top Hong Kong transport official has pledged to step up efforts to help the city’s premium taxi fleets recruit drivers, conceding that the number of vehicles…
Geopolitics
End to Parliament impasse in sight, Lok Sabha may take up bill on exam reforms today
Times of India – World · India
Parliamentary proceedings may resume Tuesday after Lok Sabha Speaker's outreach to break impasse. The government's bill on paper leaks is likely to be discuss…
Geopolitics
How long will your Canadian student visa take? Here are updated times
Indian Express – World · India
- **Study Permit Delays**: IRCC reports 8–12 week processing times for India-based study permits, up from earlier improvements, with SDS applications (20 days)…
Geopolitics
Some air passengers remain stranded at Hong Kong airport after Typhoon Noul
South China Morning Post – World · China
Some air passengers remained stranded at Hong Kong International Airport on Monday following Typhoon Noul’s departure from the city, with authorities expecting…
Geopolitics
US border tsar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting
South China Morning Post – World · China
US President Donald Trump’s border tsar said on Sunday that the vetting of an immigration officer involved in the deadly shooting of a Colombian native in Main…
Geopolitics
PM Modi hails youth for taking India to arenas once beyond reach
Times of India – World · India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised young Indians for recent achievements. PV Sindhu won the Japan Open badminton title, making the nation proud. India's fi…
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