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Indonesia launches search for ship carrying 240 after contact lost in Java Sea

Rescuers launch operation after Virgo Transport 8 loses communication en-route from Surabaya to South Kalimantan amid bad weather.

PM Modi’s Putin, Xi meetings put India’s BRICS balancing act in focus

China ready to work with India to advance PM Modi-Xi strategic guidance

India says Rahman was invited as BIMSTEC chair, not Bangladesh PM, as Dhaka rules out BRICS visit

Ahead of BRICS Summit, Delhi Police conduct mock drills at key Metro stations

Multi-agency exercises simulate terror attacks and unattended-baggage incidents to test emergency response, coordination and evacuation preparedness.

US still destroys drug boats when needed, says Rubio

Secretary of State says operations depend on the vessel, threat and location, with targets subject to legal review and cooperation with regional partners.

US birthright citizenship fight puts visa families at centre of debate

Republican lawmakers seek limits on citizenship for children of temporary visa holders, while Democrats defend birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment.

US Bill proposes green card pathway for long-term visa holders in public service

Service for America Act seeks permanent residency for eligible Dreamers and children of employment-based visa holders serving in key public-sector roles.

Israel orders closure of British Consulate in Jerusalem over UK sanctions

Israel retaliates against UK measures targeting goods from Israeli settlements, bans entry to several British MPs and ends London’s role in Palestinian security training.