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Geopolitics

The one voice Hong Kong can’t ignore on ride-hailing? The public

South China Morning Post – World · China

The long-awaited earthquake in Hong Kong’s taxi and ride-hailing scene is almost upon us and the questions are how big the initial shock will be, and how many …

Geopolitics

3 Indians die in workplace accidents in Gulf every week, shows MEA data

Times of India – World · India

- Specializes in civic issues, municipal affairs, and administrative challenges in Hyderabad's municipal and water sectors. - Focuses on in-depth analytical …

Geopolitics

Trump ‘border czar’ says ICE officer in Maine killing should not have cleared vetting

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tom Homan comments on officer’s eligibility to serve after reports that agent’s two ex-wives had accused him of abuseTom Homan, the Trump administration “borde…

Geopolitics

PM Modi taps Aadhaar architect Nilekani for exam reforms

Times of India – World · India

High-powered task force to recommend tech-driven, leak-proof reforms for NTA and public exams.

Geopolitics

PM Modi announces Nandan Nilekani-led task force on exam reforms

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they provide breaking ne…

Geopolitics

2,000 passengers stranded overnight at Hong Kong airport due to Typhoon Noul

South China Morning Post – World · China

About 2,000 passengers were stranded overnight at Hong Kong International Airport as Typhoon Noul battered the city, with some dismayed by their disrupted jour…

Geopolitics

US Senator brings in Bill seeking 3-year pause on H-1B visas, standardised $100,000 fee

Indian Express – World · India

- Senator Tim Sheehy introduced the End H-1B Abuse Act to pause new H-1B visas for three years, formalize Trump’s $100k fee, and overhaul the program to priori…

Geopolitics

Hop On issuing more Tai Po fire refunds after sorting ‘chaotic’ records: minister

South China Morning Post – World · China

The administrator of the fire-hit Hong Kong estate is still settling contracts and gradually issuing refunds to owners after organising tens of thousands of do…

Geopolitics

NTA sacks 47 officials in rejig, to hire 4 GMs, 16 young professionals

Times of India – World · India

- Manash Pratim Gohain is a veteran journalist at The Times of India with over 20 years of experience in education, politics, and governance. - Specializes i…

Geopolitics

2 new secretaries in education ministry, Vineet Joshi moved to panchayati raj

Times of India – World · India

13 new dept heads, P 13

Geopolitics

MPs ask why govt didn’t inform owners of non-E20 vehicles about mileage loss

Times of India – World · India

- Parliamentary transport committee in New Delhi questioned officials about lack of communication with transport sector stakeholders. - Inquiry focused on wh…

Geopolitics

'Stay away from protest': DU tells students; many colleges 'stand with Pradhan'

Times of India – World · India

Several Delhi University colleges backed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on social media. Other student groups condemned police action against protesters…

Tech & Startups

The Trump Administration Wants to Change Public Engagement Rules for Polluters

Wired · Global

The EPA has proposed a rule change that would let states decide how much input the public has on air pollution permits. It would be a huge boon for data center…

Geopolitics

AusAlert test date and time: emergency warning siren will blast over most phones in Australia on Monday. Here’s what to know

The Guardian – World · Europe

National emergency test alert will be sent to all mobile devices on 27 July, with domestic violence advocates advising how to turn off safe phonesFollow our Au…

Geopolitics

NTA runs on 24 permanent staff, 197 contractual and outsourced hands

Times of India – World · India

- NTA manages over 6.6 crore registrations since 2018 for competitive exams. - Includes NEET-UG and other exams. - India News reports on NTA's registration…

Geopolitics

R&B engineer who took up US job 20 years ago still on govt rolls

Times of India – World · India

A Telangana engineer remains on government rolls after two decades abroad. He left for the US in 2006 without mandatory approval and returned briefly. The stat…

Geopolitics

‘Disbelief, shock’: Singapore PM on Faishal’s inappropriate messages with woman

South China Morning Post – World · China

A married Singapore minister’s sudden resignation amid revelations he had exchanged inappropriate messages with a woman has rocked the city state’s establishme…

Geopolitics

US H-1B visa cap reached: What changes for Indian applicants in FY2027

Indian Express – World · India

- US H-1B visa cap reached for FY2027 (85,000 slots), including 65k regular and 20k master’s caps. Trump-era changes prioritize high-paid, senior-level workers…

Geopolitics

Burnham announces bus fares across England to be capped at £2

The Guardian – World · Europe

Measure to cost more than £500m, with money allocated to allow devolved nations to do the sameSingle bus fares across England will be capped at £2 from January…

Geopolitics

Modi govt picks a Sikh again to head minorities panel

Times of India – World · India

- NCM's 15-month chief vacancy ends with Harjit Singh Grewal's appointment. - Grewal, a former judge, assumes role with legal expertise. - The NCM oversees…

Geopolitics

US agency proposes ending racial and gender workforce data collection

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Republican-led EEOC proposal to end workforce diversity reporting heads to public commentary amid sharp criticism.

Geopolitics

France Joins a Global Move Toward Restricting Social Media for Children

The New York Times – World · US

Its new law, the first of its kind enacted by a European country, will ban access to some accounts for anyone under 15.

Geopolitics

New US visa rule gives OPT students temporary extension filing exemption

Times of India – World · India

- Lubna Kably is a senior editor specializing in immigration and tax policies, focusing on legislation impacting diaspora communities. - She demystifies immi…

Geopolitics

Perfume ban, no-fly zone – as Apec summit looms, Shenzhen is ramping up security

South China Morning Post – World · China

Though it will not host the Apec Economic Leaders’ Meeting until November, the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen is already tightening its security, banning tr…

Geopolitics

Delhi University tightens campus safety norms before new session

Times of India – World · India

Ahead of the 2026–27 academic session, Delhi University has directed its colleges and affiliated institutions to tighten anti-ragging measures and strengthen c…

Geopolitics

Retired UK civil servants failed by pension outsourcing, government says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Chaos of Capita-run scheme has left some people waiting up to a year for payments and in financial hardshipRetired civil servants have been failed by the decis…

Geopolitics

Drought vs development: Can DK Shivakumar evade the ‘SM Krishna trap’?

Times of India – World · India

Karnataka faces a potential drought as monsoon rainfall lags significantly behind normal levels. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is managing this agrarian crisis,…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong prepares for sweeping reforms following end of Tai Po blaze inquiry

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong authorities are set to roll out sweeping reforms following the conclusion of the investigation into the city’s deadliest fire in decades, including c…

Geopolitics

Monsoon Session begins today; Oppn set to target Centre over Ram temple row, NEET, E20

Times of India – World · India

Cong can raise demand, can't force govt: Rijiju

Geopolitics

Minister Manohar Lal dismantles Central Public Works Department’s ‘Delhi Club’

Times of India – World · India

- CPWD officials have long attracted admiration and envy for their work. - Their role in public infrastructure development has drawn mixed reactions. - The…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s 5-year plan will shore up market with governance and vision

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s decision to introduce its first five-year plan has prompted familiar questions. Does this signal greater government intervention at the expense of …

Geopolitics

Government may seek Parliamentary nod for additional spending

Times of India – World · India

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman may seek parliamentary approval for additional spending. Increased expenditure on fertiliser subsidies and electronics manu…

Geopolitics

Tears of anger as Tai Po fire survivors slam negligent authorities after hearing

South China Morning Post – World · China

Tears, anger and exhaustion marked the conclusion of an inquiry into the deadly fire at Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court, as survivors condemned government departmen…

Geopolitics

Another House panel defers education reforms report adoption

Times of India – World · India

Two parliamentary committees have postponed approving their reports on significant legislation. This development occurs as the government seeks opposition supp…

Geopolitics

Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Incoming PM will reallocate unspecified resources from unpopular plan to helping with cost of livingAndy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer’s plans for …

Geopolitics

School holiday extended in Kashmir, Amarnath yatra suspended as Met forecasts downpour

Times of India – World · India

Kashmir school holidays have been extended by three days due to adverse weather. The Amarnath yatra is temporarily suspended from both routes as a precautionar…

Geopolitics

Smart border grid plan to be first implemented in Bengal: Amit Shah

Times of India – World · India

- Amit Shah unveils 'smart borders' plan, launching quadrangular security grid in Bengal. - Urges BSF, SSB, ITBP to expedite fencing and add triple-layer bar…

Geopolitics

Partial shutdown in Doda, Kishtwar over man’s death in run-in with cops

Times of India – World · India

A 30-year-old man died after being shot by police near Bhaderwah town. Shops and businesses remained closed in Doda and Kishtwar districts on Saturday. The m…

Geopolitics

Scores of carers overpaid more than £20,000 last year despite reforms

The Guardian – World · Europe

DWP brought in measures to tackle carer’s allowance scandal yet in 2025-26 there were 32,559 overpaymentsScores of unpaid carers were hit with demands to repay…

Geopolitics

Call to merge housing checking unit with Buildings Department after Tai Po fire

South China Morning Post – World · China

Some residents left homeless by Hong Kong’s deadliest inferno in decades have called for merging the Housing Bureau’s Independent Checking Unit (ICU) with the …

Geopolitics

‘Litany of failures’ blamed as Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire inquiry concludes

South China Morning Post – World · China

An independent inquiry into Hong Kong’s deadly Tai Po fire has concluded after examining more than 1 million files and hearing from 80 witnesses across 30 publ…

Geopolitics

Mandela Day: What his legacy means in today’s South Africa

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

As South Africa grapples with inequality and division, Mandela Day has taken on new political significance.

Geopolitics

90% sign up for Wang Fuk Court buy-back amid concerns over rushed decisions

South China Morning Post – World · China

About 90 per cent of flat owners at the fire-damaged Wang Fuk Court have returned signed letters accepting the government’s buy-back offer, but some residents …

Geopolitics

Backlash in Japan over Fukuoka officials’ costly overseas ‘research trips’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Officials in Japan’s southwestern prefecture of Fukuoka are facing growing scrutiny over a series of overseas “research trips” that included stays in Paris and…

Geopolitics

Net shut, Doda on edge after man shot dead by cops in cattle smuggling stakeout

Times of India – World · India

A man was shot dead in Doda district following an encounter with police personnel. Mobile internet services were suspended across the district as tensions esc…

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