The Tate brothers UK extradition case will proceed without intervention from President Donald Trump’s administration. White House officials and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the government would allow courts to handle the request as Andrew and Tristan Tate face 59 UK charges. White House response to Tate extradition The White House has said President Donald Trump does not plan to preven

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving written assurances on Parliament discussion of the NEET paper leak and examination reforms. The Centre also indicated that peaceful protesters may not face legal action, while the wider student agitation continues. Sonam Wangchuk Ends 26-Day Fast After Centre Assurances Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike shortly after midnight on Friday after receiving w

California wildfire home hardening can help limit damage from wind-driven embers that enter vents, collect in gutters or ignite nearby debris. CAL FIRE recommends a five-foot ember-resistant zone, regular maintenance and fire-resistant upgrades statewide. Wind-driven embers can ignite homes far from flames   California homeowners are being urged to strengthen properties ag

US House passes a $95 billion budget framework that directs most funding toward the Pentagon and intelligence agencies while providing support for farmers and election programmes. The proposal now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers will decide whether Republicans can advance the final spending legislation. Pentagon funding budget proposal The US House of Representatives narrowly approved a $9

Iran says the US military campaign delivered no strategic gains, as Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi urges Europe to defend international law and warns that states supporting attacks could deepen regional instability. Iran says US war brought no gains Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the United States had secured no strategic gains from its military campaign agai

  H-1B parents generally cannot obtain Parent PLUS loans based on H-1B status alone, even when their child is a U.S. citizen. Families may still use FAFSA, student federal loans, institutional aid, 529 funds and other financing options. An H-1B parent may help a child complete the FAFSA, but that does not automatically make the parent eligible to borrow a federal Parent PLUS loan.

FAFSA for NRI families can involve Indian tax returns, foreign income, bank balances and investments. Parents living abroad may participate without a Social Security number, but the student’s citizenship or eligible-noncitizen status determines access to federal aid. FAFSA can be confusing for NRI families whose income, tax records and assets are divided between India and the United States. The form remains relevant when

A $300,000 college-cost dilemma shows why NRI parents must balance a child’s U.S. education with retirement security. The decision should consider 529 savings, FAFSA foreign-income reporting, withdrawal taxes, scholarships and affordable college alternatives. A U.S. family earning about $550,000 annually is considering spending roughly $300,000 so its daughter can attend a preferred college. The parents have approximately $1.2 million across

The Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict came under intense scrutiny during a Senate hearing after a heated confrontation between Senator Gary Peters and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The exchange quickly became the hearing's defining moment as lawmakers debated military strategy, troop support and billions of dollars in additional defence spending. The hearing also examined whether the administration has a clear long-term plan for the

US military readiness for a possible wider Iran conflict is facing increased scrutiny as officials and defence experts warn about shrinking missile stockpiles, operational challenges and Pentagon concerns. The debate comes as President Donald Trump signals that US military objectives in Iran remain incomplete. US Military Readiness for Iran War Faces Growing Concerns

The US military campaign against Iran now carries an estimated cost of $37.5 billion, according to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The updated figure includes projected expenses through September as the Pentagon seeks additional funding while defending the effectiveness of operations against Iran before Congress. US Military Campaign Against Iran Costs $37.5 Billion

Modi government under pressure as a youth-led movement over exam leaks continues at Jantar Mantar while farmers mobilise against the proposed India-US trade deal. The parallel protests test the Centre’s response on education, policing, trade safeguards and rural livelihoods. Youth and Farmers Put Modi Government Under Pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is facing two politically sensitive protest movements at the same ti

Rahul Gandhi’s response to the youth-led CJP protest has drawn political scrutiny. Although critics questioned his absence from Jantar Mantar, he later joined Priyanka Gandhi and Congress MPs in a protest outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi Faces Questions Over Youth Protest Strategy India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement has become a political flashpoint as

The reported US strike on a surveillance tower at Iran’s Chabahar port complex has renewed questions about India’s long-term strategy in the region. However, the incident must be described accurately. US Central Command said its forces destroyed a surveillance tower at Shahid Kalantari Port that it linked to an Iranian maritime monitoring network. Iranian port authorities disputed that characterisation, describing the installation as a civilian maritime traffic and r

The West Asia war intensified on Monday as the United States carried out another round of strikes on Iran, Tehran acknowledged continuing diplomatic exchanges, and reported tanker explosions raised fresh concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy supplies. U.S. strikes continue for ninth consecutive night The United States conducted a fresh wave of airstrikes against targets in Iran e

The CJP Protest Live situation intensified at Jantar Mantar after police used lathis while demonstrators gathered for the proposed Chalo Sansad march. Protesters are demanding accountability over alleged NEET irregularities as strict security restrictions remain in force around Parliament and central Delhi.  

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 have been declared, with nearly 60% of score-improvement candidates raising their marks. The combined pass percentage from the main and second examinations has reached 96.78%. CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 Declared The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026. Introduced under the National Educat

A 16-year-old student in Rajasthan’s Dholpur district reportedly died by suicide after an alleged skin colour taunt by a classmate on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The case has raised concerns about school bullying, colour-based discrimination and student mental health. Rajasthan Teen Suicide Case A 16-year-old student identified as Rahul reportedly died by suicide in Rajasth

Last Updated: July 20, 2026 Indian students renting cars in the United States should understand the insurance options before driving. This guide explains liability insurance, collision damage waivers, personal accident insurance, credit card coverage and what to do after a rental car accident. Renting a car is common for many Indian

Last Updated: July 18, 2026 Student insurance may help cover the repatriation of remains to India, but coverage depends on the policy. This guide explains international student insurance, accidental death benefits, transportation costs, consular assistance and the documents families may need after a death in the United States. When