The French pilot China spy case has gained attention after former French Navy aviator Pierre-Henri Chuet was placed under investigation over alleged espionage links, undisclosed China visits, military pilot training and his earlier Rafale fighter controversy. Pierre-Henri Chuet Investigation The Frenc

The Jason Cloth indictment accuses the film producer and financier of obtaining more than $100 million from investors through Creative Wealth Media Finance and diverting funds to unrelated ventures and earlier investors. The FBI is seeking information from potential victims. Jason Cloth indicted on federal wire fraud charges Film producer and financier Jason Cloth has been indicted on seven fed

Indian national Mitul Patel was fined $1,000 and ordered removed from the United States after admitting that a staged Worcester robbery was used to support a fraudulent U visa application. The case is part of a wider federal investigation in Massachusetts. Indian man sentenced in Massachusetts Mitul Patel, 40, an Indian national who had been living unlawfully in Worcester, Massachusetts, was se

An Abu Dhabi court dismissed a Dh100,000 Golden Visa compensation claim after an employee failed to prove that his employer promised a replacement contract. The court also found insufficient evidence tying the company to lost ILOE benefits or a Saudi job opportunity. An Abu Dhabi court has dismissed an employee’s Dh100,000 compensation claim against his employer, finding that he did not prove a promised replacement contr

International Friendship Day 2026 is observed worldwide on Thursday, July 30. The annual occasion celebrates the importance of friendship in building peaceful, supportive and inclusive communities. It encourages people to appreciate their friends, strengthen meaningful relationships and promote kindness across cultural and social differences. While July 30 is recognised as the official International Day of Friendship by the United Nations, India follows another popular tradition. Fr

Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over his social media outreach while questioning the anti-paper leak bill. He also raises concerns about student protest FIRs, fast-track courts and the continuing NEET paper leak protests.   Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has taken a sharp swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his social media outreach to young people. Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra, Dipke suggested

The Hadi Matar terror conviction has added a major federal judgment to the Salman Rushdie attack case. A US jury found Matar guilty of terrorism and material-support offences, while the author continues rebuilding his life after surviving the 2022 stabbing. Rushdie attack Matar attacked Salman Rushdie on August 12, 2022, as the acclaimed author prepared to speak at the Chautauqua Institution in

The United States launched a fresh round of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, July 29, following reported Iranian attacks targeting American military personnel in the Middle East. The latest US-Iran strikes mark the first acknowledged American attacks on Iranian territory in nearly a week and signal another dangerous escalation in the regional conflict. According to a statement attributed to US Central Command, the milita

The Hangu checkpoint attack left eight police personnel and eight militants dead after armed attackers targeted the Khazina Banda police post in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Police launched a clearance operation as injured officers received hospital treatment. Hangu Police Deaths Confirmed After Gunfight Eight police personnel, including a deputy superintendent of police, were kill

Seven people were killed in an Argentina firefighting helicopter crash in San Juan province on Wednesday, July 29. The Bell 412 was travelling toward La Rioja to support wildfire operations when it went down near Ischigualasto, prompting a major emergency response and official investigation. Argentina helicopter crash kills seven A firefighting helicopter crashed in Argentina’s western San Ju

USCIS scrutiny of H-1B workers seeking B-2 status is creating new uncertainty for laid-off professionals. Attorneys report more evidence requests, questions about temporary intent and job hunting, and pressure to secure a transfer or leave. USCIS increases scrutiny of B-2 applications Laid-off H-1B workers generally have up to 60 days to secure new employment, change immigration status or leave

Nearly half of NRI property owners plan to sell in India, according to a 2026 wealth report. The shift is being driven by portfolio diversification, overseas financial needs, tax planning and the reassessment of underused residential assets across major Indian states. Nearly half of non-resident Indians who own property in India are preparing to sell, according to the Remittor Annual NRI Wealth Report 2026. The findings po

Losing 1 kg in a week through walking alone may require around 22,000 to 27,500 steps daily, but combining walking with a balanced diet is safer and more sustainable. How Many Steps Are Needed To Lose 1 Kg In A Week? Walking is one of the easiest exercises for supporting weight loss because it requires no special equipment and can be included in daily life. However, losing 1 kilogram in only seven days through walking alone requires a ver

India supplies nearly 30% of global generic medicines as the government promotes wider domestic use to reduce patients treatment costs.​ India Strengthens Global Generic Drug Supply India currently supplies nearly 30% of generic medicines used worldwide, according to Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel. Speaking during Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, the minister said the country remains a leading m

India’s first direct commercial container freight train reached Nepal, eliminating border transshipment and reducing cargo time, handling risks and logistics costs. India-Nepal Direct Cargo Train Marks Historic First India and Nepal have achieved a major cross-border trade milestone with the successful operation of the first direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to the Biratnagar Customs Yard in Nepal. T

Chennai, Tamil Nadu - CM Vijay is preparing to shift his office to a sea-facing section of Namakkal Kavignar Maligai at the Secretariat. CM Vijay Sea-View Office Takes Shape In Chennai Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is preparing to move his main office from the historic Fort St George building to the 10th floor of Namakkal Kavignar Maligai, an 11-storey structure located within the state Secretariat complex in Chennai.

Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh —YS Jagan accused Chandrababu Naidu of taking credit for the airport project as both parties intensified their political claims.​ Bhogapuram Airport Credit Row Intensifies A fresh political battle has erupted in Andhra Pradesh over credit for Bhogapuram International Airport near Visakhapatnam, days before its scheduled inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1. Former chief minister YS Jagan

A Hyderabad-origin software professional, Sripathi Deepa, died in a road accident in New Jersey on Monday, July 27, 2026, while dropping her husband at a transit station. The tragedy occurred just two days before her planned trip to India, leaving her husband, two children and relatives in Telangana devastated. Hyderabad Techie Dies in New Jersey Road Accident A Hyderabad-origin software professional has died in a road accident in New Jersey, leaving her family and relatives in India devastated. The victim was identified in reports as Sripathi Deepa, who had been living in the United States with her husband for nearly two decades. Deepa was reportedly driving her husband, Ramakrishna Reddy, to a transit station when another vehicle allegedly struck her car. Local police are said to have taken the driver of the other vehicle into custody, although detailed information about the charges and investigation was not immediately available. Images from a purported video recorded near the scene showed police personnel and two heavily damaged vehicles along the roadside. One of the cars appeared to have suffered extensive damage to its front section. Authorities had not publicly released a detailed account of how the collision occurred at the time of reporting. Hyderabad Techie Was Due to Travel to India The tragedy has become particularly painful for the family because Deepa was reportedly scheduled to travel to India within two days. Her planned journey was expected to bring her back to relatives in Telangana before the fatal accident abruptly ended those plans. Deepa was originally from Aakuthotapalli village in Telangana’s Rangareddy district. Her family also has a residence in Teachers Colony, Hastinapuram, Hyderabad. Reports said she and her husband had been residing in the United States since 2008 and were both employed as software professionals. The couple are parents to two children. News of the accident reached their relatives in Telangana and prompted an outpouring of grief among family members and people familiar with them. New Jersey Police Reportedly Detain Other Driver Preliminary reports claimed that another vehicle rammed into Deepa’s car while she was taking her husband to the station. A separate report said the collision occurred near a traffic signal and involved an allegedly speeding vehicle, although a complete official reconstruction of the accident was not immediately available. The other motorist was reportedly detained by local police as investigators examined the circumstances surrounding the crash. Information about possible charges, alcohol or drug testing, road conditions and the precise sequence of events had not been officially disclosed. Because the investigation remains developing, claims regarding responsibility should be treated as allegations until New Jersey authorities release their findings. Hyderabad Family Mourns Sudden Loss Deepa’s death has left her husband, children and extended family confronting an unexpected personal tragedy far from their native Telangana. Relatives had reportedly been preparing for her arrival in India when they instead received news of the fatal collision. The incident has also drawn attention within the Indian community in the United States, where families often face complicated logistical and legal procedures after an unexpected death. Details regarding memorial arrangements and the possible transportation of her remains to India were not immediately reported. As the family mourns, further information is awaited from local authorities about the crash investigation and any legal action against the other driver.

India’s border villages are gaining attention as destinations where young travellers can experience mountain landscapes, indigenous cultures and remote community life. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged greater engagement with frontier settlements through the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme, highlighting tourism as a source of local employment and development. 1. Mana,

Oil prices surged in early Asian trading on Wednesday after Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East. The renewed military exchange pushed Brent and WTI crude higher as traders reassessed supply risks linked to the conflict and the Strait of Hormuz. Oil Prices Surge in Asian Trading Global oil prices climbed by more than 3 per cent during early trading on July 29 as renewed fighting between Iran and the U