NRI capital in GIFT City dollar funds rose 18.59% in Q4 FY26, according to the International Financial Services Centres Authority’s official Q4 FY26 bulletin. Diaspora-linked fund allocations from Non-Resident Indians and Overseas Citizens of India reached $747.27 million in the January-March quarter of FY26, up from $630.13 million in the previous quarter. The increase shows growing interest in GIFT City’s dollar-denominated investment structures among global Indian investors.

The Department of Homeland Security’s latest green card clarification has brought relief to many Indian H-1B workers, students, and families waiting for permanent residency in the United States. The clarification came after a USCIS announcement on Friday, May 22, 2026, created concern that many green card applicants may have to leave the United States and complete processing through US consulates abroad. DHS later clarified that most applicants will not automatically be required t

Iran has carried out a series of coordinated attacks on U.S. military bases across the Middle East, striking facilities in multiple countries simultaneously. Satellite assessments suggest significant damage to critical infrastructure, including radar installations, air defense systems, and support aircraft. Analysts describe these operations as highly precise, signaling a new phase in Tehran’s regional military strategy.

Denmark’s plan to restrict social media access for children has become a major talking point after Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen made a controversial comparison between children’s social media use and smoking. Her remark triggered strong reactions online, but it also pushed an important question into the spotlight: how far should governments go to protect children from harmful digital spaces? The debate is linked to Denmark’s proposal to stop children under 15 from using so

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday as India and Myanmar looked to strengthen bilateral cooperation during the visiting leader’s official trip to India. The meeting was part of Min Aung Hlaing’s visit from May 30 to June 3, which marks his first visit to India in his current capacity as President. The Myanmar President arrived in India with a high-level delegation that included cabinet ministers, senior o

India-Oman trade pact opens new route to Gulf beyond Hormuz 01-06-2026: The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has come into effect at a crucial time, giving India a stronger trade and energy link with the Gulf when shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is facing serious disruption. The pact, signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Muscat last year, gives Indian exporters wider duty-free access to the Omani market and streng

An Indian-origin Delta Air Lines pilot was killed in a Dawsonville helicopter crash after his wedding in Georgia, according to family accounts and federal aviation details. Dave Fiji, 26, an Atlanta resident and Delta pilot, was among two people who died when a Robinson R66 helicopter crashed near Dawsonville in Dawson County at about 10:30 PM EDT on Friday, May 29, 2026. His wife, Jessni, survived with injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. The helicopter pilot also died.

Indian Woman’s Viral Post On German Work Culture An Indian woman working as a Product Manager in Germany has gone viral after sharing a list of workplace habits that she says are completely normal in German offices but surprising for many Indian professionals. The post has caught attention because it compares two very different office cultures: one where time, documentation and direct communication are strongly valued, and another where hierarchy, long hours an

Commercial LPG cylinder price in Delhi has increased from June 1, adding fresh cost pressure on hotels, restaurants, caterers, cloud kitchens, bakeries and other businesses that use 19-kg cylinders for daily operations. According to reports citing industry sources and fuel retailer data, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has been raised by ₹42. The new rate is ₹3,113.50, compared with the earlier price of ₹3,071.50. The latest commercial LPG price hike come

Report of Resignation Surfaces On Sunday, May 31, reports emerged claiming that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had resigned and sent a letter to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The report, citing a source, suggested that Pezeshkian cited the overarching power of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a reason for his exit. The claims appeared amid discussions of a potential peace deal between

The 2026 USCIS green card policy update has created fresh concern among NRIs, H-1B workers, F-1 students and families in the US, especially those applying through the Adjustment of Status route. USCIS Tightens Green Card Review Process USCIS has issued a policy update that may make the green card process more closely reviewed for applicants already living in the United States. The update focuses on Adjustment of Status, the process that allows eligible imm

Sonarpur Attack Triggers Political Tension TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked during his visit to Sonarpur in South 24 Parganas on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He had gone to meet the family of a TMC worker reportedly killed in post-poll violence when the situation turned tense. Reports said stones, eggs and slippers were allegedly hurled, and Abhishek later complained of pain in his neck, back and c

  Bay Area Indian fine dining is growing as Silicon Valley’s Indian diaspora helps reshape the region’s luxury restaurant scene. Restaurants such as Eylan in Menlo Park, Copra in San Francisco and Ettan in Palo Alto are drawing diners with Cal-Indian menus that combine regional Indian flavors, California produce and high-end presentation. Bay Area Indian Fine Dining Expands Beyond Familiar Menus The shift reflects both demographic and

Illinois gas tax pause talks remain active as a scheduled fuel tax increase approaches on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Gov. JB Pritzker has said he is open to considering a pause, but state leaders have not announced a final plan. The Illinois General Assembly faces a key deadline on Sunday, May 31, 2026, when the spring legislative session is scheduled to adjourn. That gives lawmakers limited time to act before the automatic increase takes effect. Illinois gas tax pa

DK Shivakumar Named Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar is set to become Karnataka’s new Chief Minister after the Congress Legislature Party elected him as its leader in Bengaluru. Congress Picks DK Shivakumar DK Shivakumar is set to take charge as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka after being elected as the Congress Legislature Party leader. The decision was taken at a CLP meeting held at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru after Siddara

Gurindervir Singh’s Record Comeback Gurindervir Singh’s record-breaking 10.09-second run has turned Indian sprinting into one of the most exciting stories in athletics. Gurindervir Breaks A Big Barrier Punjab sprinter Gurindervir Singh has reclaimed the title of India’s fastest man after clocking a stunning 10.09 seconds in the 100m race. The timing made him the first Indian male sprinter to go below 10.10 seconds, a ma

May 30, 2026: Delhi Police Bust Alleged Cross-Border Terror Module Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected members of an alleged ISI-linked terror module. Investigators say the group was planning attacks in Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities. Major Terror Plot Suspected Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected terrori

May 30, 2026: Churu-Bikaner Dust Storm Update A severe sandstorm swept across parts of Rajasthan, especially Churu and Bikaner, reducing visibility and disrupting normal movement. The dust storm was followed by rain in some areas, bringing sudden weather changes and safety concerns for residents and commuters.   Heavy Sandstorm Hits Rajasthan A powerful sandstorm swept through parts of Rajasthan, cr

DHS Green Card Update Eases Applicant Concerns   Green Card Applicants Get Big Relief The US Department of Homeland Security has clarified that most green card applicants will not have to leave the United States while their applications are under review. The DHS green card clarification comes after earlier remarks from USCIS created confusion among immigrants, employers, and visa holders.   Adjustment Of S

L K Atheeq Recalls Siddaramaiah’s Discipline During Personal Grief   Personal Loss And Public Duty Siddaramaiah’s political journey is often discussed through elections, welfare schemes, and budget decisions. But a recollection by bureaucrat L K Atheeq gives a more personal view of the Karnataka Chief Minister. After the death of his elder son, Rakesh Siddaramaiah, in 2