Oil prices rise as US strikes Iran and renewed attacks on Houthi targets heighten concerns over global energy supplies. Brent crude climbed above $96 a barrel while WTI gained sharply as traders reacted to escalating military tensions in the Middle East and potential risks to key shipping routes. Brent crude climbs above $96 Global oil prices extended their rally on Thursday, July 23, after ren

India rebukes Pakistan at the United Nations over cross-border terrorism, rejects Islamabad's statements on Jammu and Kashmir and reiterates that the Union Territory remains an integral part of India. The remarks also reaffirm New Delhi's position on the Indus Water Treaty and regional security. India UN statement on Kashmir India strongly criticised Pakistan during a high-level debate at the U

What happens if a child accidentally calls 911 in America? The emergency system treats every call as a potential life-threatening situation. Dispatchers immediately respond, attempt a callback and, if they cannot confirm everyone is safe, police officers may conduct a welfare check at the address. Every 911 call receives an immediate response Many parents wonder what happens if a young child ac

Mexico mayor shot dead inside town hall after gunmen killed Temoac Mayor Valentin Lavin in Morelos. Authorities have launched an investigation as the latest attack highlights the ongoing threat of organised crime and political violence facing local officials across the country. Temoac mayor killing investigation Authorities in Mexico are investigating the fatal shooting of Valentin Lavin, the m

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

  Indian parents can pay U.S. college fees from India through authorized banks under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme. Families should understand the $250,000 annual limit, current TCS rules, education-loan exemption, university instructions and currency costs. Parents living in India can send money for a child’s U.S. tuition, housing and other education expenses through authorized foreign-exchange chann

  A 529 plan for NRI families can provide tax-advantaged savings for U.S. education and certain eligible foreign colleges. Indian-American parents should verify qualified expenses, FAFSA treatment, state tax benefits and cross-border tax consequences. A 529 plan can help NRI and Indian-American families save for college without immediately sacrificing retirement funds. Contributions are made with after-tax

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

An Indonesian court has sentenced 19 people to prison for their roles in an Indonesia baby trafficking operation that moved infants through several cities and sold some to adoptive families in Singapore. The Bandung City District Court imposed terms ranging from three years and four months to seven years after finding all defendants guilty of human trafficking. The convictions were delivered on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Court

Nepal Prime Minister Balen Shah is preparing to meet the ambassadors of India and China this week, marking a significant shift in his diplomatic approach after completing his first 100 days in office. The move comes after Shah followed a self-imposed rule of avoiding one-on-one meetings with foreign envoys, choosing instead to engage ambassadors only in group interactions. According to official information reported by The Kathmandu Post and dipl

Jaishankar’s meeting with Wang Yi in Manila highlighted an improving India-China relationship while keeping border peace, trade concerns and diplomatic engagement at the centre. Both sides also discussed practical steps such as direct flights, visas and border trade. Jaishankar Wang Yi Meeting in Manila External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister and Communist Party

India has strongly raised concerns over the safety of its merchant seafarers after four Indian crew members were killed in a Russian missile strike on a cargo vessel in the Black Sea. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the issue with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during their bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila. The discussion highlighted India's demand for better protection of civilian merchant mar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed India-US trade, tariff concerns, defence ties, energy cooperation, critical minerals and artificial intelligence during talks in Manila. Their meeting reflected continued diplomatic engagement as both countries work through commercial differences while expanding their strategic partnership. India-US Trade and Tariff Talks

The government says the Income Tax e-filing portal can manage the July 31 rush after infrastructure upgrades, although occasional delays may occur during peak traffic. ITR Filing Rush Intensifies Before July 31 The Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal is seeing rapidly rising traffic as the July 31, 2026 deadline approaches for many salaried employees, pensioners and individuals filing ITR-1 or ITR-2 for Assessment Year 2026-27. The g

A viral video appearing to show a humanoid robot working on a farm has reopened the debate over whether farming and other physical jobs are safe from AI. Viral Farm Robot Video Revives AI Job Debate A widely shared social media video appearing to show a humanoid robot working in a field has reignited concerns about artificial intelligence moving beyond software and office jobs into physical labour. The clip shows a human-shaped m

Andhra Pradesh Covid cases have increased to 26 after seven fresh infections were detected across Guntur, East Godavari and Bapatla, but officials have ruled out a cluster outbreak. Andhra Pradesh Covid Cases Rise Across Districts Andhra Pradesh reported seven new Covid-19 infections on Tuesday, increasing the state’s total number of confirmed cases to 26. The Health Department said the fresh infections were recorded in separate distric

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has renewed his call for the ICC arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to be enforced, following President Donald Trump's statement that Netanyahu would not be arrested if he visits the United States. The remarks have intensified debate over international law and US policy. Mamdani Urges ICC Warrant Against Netanyahu Be Enforced   Mamdani Calls for ICC Arrest Wa

The most liveable cities 2026 rankings place Copenhagen at the top for the second consecutive year, followed by Vienna and Melbourne. Australia, Switzerland and Japan dominate the top 10, while no Indian city makes the top 100 and Karachi ranks among the world's least liveable cities. World's Most Liveable Cities 2026: Copenhagen Tops Global List  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine’s new army chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi amid nationwide protests. The leadership change places military reform, technology, mobilisation and long-range strikes at the centre of Ukraine’s war strategy. Zelensky Appoints Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine Army Chief   Mykhailo Drapatyi Becomes Ukraine Army Chief