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US calls India ‘critical partner’ as both sides push for trade deal, weigh Modi-Trump meet

Tariffs, Russian oil, and H-1B fee hike on table as Jaishankar meets Rubio in New York; Kuala Lumpur ASEAN summit could open window for Modi-Trump talks.

Oracle to oversee US TikTok algorithm under Trump administration deal

Two Indian-origin executives take helm at major US firms amid H-1B crackdown

China's K-Visa initiative aims to bolster its workforce with international professionals

France to formally recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN General Assembly

French President Emmanuel Macron announces recognition of Palestine, emphasizing political solutions and a two-state framework amid criticism from Israel and the United States.

Pakistan Air Force airstrikes kill 30 civilians in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa village

Civilian deaths, including women and children, reported after eight bombs dropped from JF-17 jets on Matre Dara village in an early-morning strike.

Tens of thousands flood Manila streets in protest over $9.5B flood-control graft scandal

Anger over kickbacks in public works projects shakes Philippines, forces resignations and global warnings.

India’s $1.4 billion oil dividends stuck in Russia with no way home

Over $1.4 billion in payouts from Russian oil projects remain inaccessible to Indian PSUs, with no clear path to repatriation despite years of talks.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urges Indians on H-1B visa in US to return home

Vembu says “this may be that time” to rebuild lives in India rather than live in fear amid visa fee hike and uncertain outlook.

Cyberattack disrupts flight operations at London, Brussels, and other major European airports

Airports including London Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin experience major disruptions as passengers face delays and cancellations due to compromised automated systems.