Indian-American student Riddhi Chauhan, 17, leads nearly 300 NJROTC cadets at Benjamin N. Cardozo High School in Queens. Her command experience and admission to the Naval Academy Preparatory School mark major steps toward her goal of becoming a U.S. Navy officer. Indian-American student Riddhi Chauhan leads nearly 300 NJROTC cadets at Benjamin N. Cardozo High School in Queens, New York, while preparing to pursue a future c

The mortal remains of Tamil Nadu residents killed in the Vietnam boat tragedy arrived at Coimbatore and Chennai airports on Tuesday. State authorities arranged government-funded vehicles to transport the victims to their hometowns for final rites. Coimbatore airport receives six victims Emotional scenes unfolded at Coimbatore International Airport on Tuesday, July 14, as the mortal remains of six Tamil Nadu res

The Bankra Mosque inside Kolkata airport is again at the centre of relocation discussions after public access was suspended. Authorities cite aviation security and runway safety, while community representatives seek consultation and legal safeguards. The long-running debate over relocating the Bankra Mosque from the operational area of Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has gained fresh momentum following new security r

The South Korea digital nomad visa became permanent on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, after a two-and-a-half-year pilot. The F-1-D program lowers income thresholds for younger applicants and regional residents, extends stays to three years and bars local employment. South Korea Makes F-1-D Visa Permanent South Korea made its F-1-D workation visa permanent on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, after a pilot from January 2024 through May 2026. The trial issued 743 visas. As of May 2026, about 85% of registered holders lived in Seoul, Incheon or Gyeonggi Province, helping explain the new regional incentives. Income Rules Vary by Age and Location Thresholds are tied to South Korea’s 2025 gross national income per capita of 52.41 million won. Applicants aged 18 to 34 need 78.62 million won for most Greater Seoul locations or 52.41 million won in non-capital and designated population-decline areas. Those aged 35 or older need 104.83 million won in the capital region or 78.62 million won in qualifying regional areas. Applicants bringing a spouse or minor children need twice the GNI in the capital region and 1.5 times the GNI in qualifying regional areas, regardless of age. Eligibility and Documents Applicants must be at least 18, work remotely for an overseas company and have worked in the same field for at least one year. Existing Korean consular guidance also includes owners of foreign companies. Spouses and minor children may accompany the primary applicant. Documents include the visa form, passport, photograph, fee, employment and income evidence, bank records, a criminal record certificate and private medical insurance with at least 100 million won in coverage for treatment and repatriation. Applicants claiming a regional threshold must also prove qualifying accommodation for at least one month. Stay Period and Work Limits Applications are filed through a Korean embassy or consulate. Eligible B-1, B-2 and C-3 visitors may request a status change inside South Korea. The status begins with a one-year stay and can be renewed in one-year increments for up to three years. The visa permits overseas remote work but restricts employment and profit-making activity in South Korea. Fees and processing procedures can vary by diplomatic mission, so applicants should confirm local requirements. The revised program is intended to attract global remote workers while directing more long-stay spending beyond Greater Seoul.

The mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals killed in the Vietnam boat tragedy were being flown to Mumbai on Monday, July 13, ending an agonising wait for their families. The victims died after a tourist speedboat capsized near Phu Quoc Island on July 11. The flight carrying the bodies departed from Ho Chi Minh City and was expected to reach Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport late Monday. Indian officials were coordinating the

A Vietnam boat accident near Phu Quoc Island killed 15 Indian tourists after a speedboat carrying 36 people capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island. Twenty-one people were rescued as Vietnamese authorities investigated the cause and India coordinated assistance.

West Nile virus in San Marcos has been confirmed in two mosquito traps collected from separate locations in ZIP code 78666 on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. They are Hays County’s first positive traps of the season, although no human infections have been reported locally.

The US stock market increasingly supports household retirement savings as Social Security faces long-term financial pressure. Widespread stock ownership, 401(k) dependence and new investment accounts could make a prolonged market crash politically harder for Washington to tolerate. Stock ownership becomes a political force The American stock market is no longer limited to professional investors and wealthy traders. Million

Monsoon rains bring relief from the heat but can also increase exposure to mosquitoes, respiratory infections and contaminated food or water. Simple hygiene, safe drinking water, mosquito control and timely medical care can lower health risks. Why monsoon illnesses rise during the rainy season The monsoon brings cooler weather, fresh greenery and relief from summer heat, but it also creates favourable conditions for the spread of several seasonal illness

Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved into the holy city of Qom on Tuesday, July 7, as mourners gathered for another major stage of the official farewell. The funeral route has been planned across several religiously significant locations, beginning in Tehran and moving through Qom before expected ceremonies in Najaf and Karbala in Iraq, followed by burial in Mashhad on July 9. The route reflects both state symbolism and Shia re

Washington air quality drops after fireworks Washington briefly became the world’s most polluted major city after a large Independence Day fireworks display linked to the Freedom 250 celebrations, according to air quality monitoring platform IQAir. The spike came after the July 4 event sent heavy smoke and fine particles into the air over the US capital, turning a patriotic celebration into a public health

World Cup quarterfinals are taking shape, with France, Morocco, Norway and England confirmed in the last eight as the knockout stage moves closer to the semifinals. The confirmed World Cup quarterfinals include France vs. Morocco and Norway vs. England, while four remaining last-16 matchups will decide the other two places in the bracket. World Cup quarterfinals: France vs. Morocco confirmed France will face Morocco in one of the first confirme

Belgium is challenging FIFA’s decision to clear U.S. forward Folarin Balogun for the United States’ World Cup match against Belgium, escalating a disciplinary dispute before a knockout game with a quarterfinal place at stake. FIFA suspended Balogun’s one-match ban after he received a red card in the United States’ previous World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, allowing him to play against Belgium on Monday, July 6, 2026, in Seattle. Reuters reported that FIFA cited

A burglary at the Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, France, has drawn fresh attention to the security of cultural sites after masked thieves escaped with valuable crystal jewellery. The break-in reportedly happened early Sunday morning, when the suspects entered the museum, damaged several display cases and fled before police arrived. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage and checking the museum’s alarm response to understand how the thieves managed to carry out the burglary so quickly. The stolen items are believed to include nearly twenty Lalique jewellery pieces, with early estimates placing the loss at several million euros. Valuable crystal jewellery taken from collection The museum is dedicated to René Lalique, the French artist, jeweller and glassmaker known for his Art Nouveau jewellery, Art Deco glasswork and luxury crystal creations. Because of that legacy, the stolen pieces are not only financially valuable but also culturally important. Unlike gold or silver jewellery, crystal pieces cannot easily be melted down for resale. However, their rarity, design value and connection to the Lalique name make them attractive to specialist collectors and organised theft networks. Police are expected to examine whether the stolen items were targeted for private buyers or wider illegal art markets. Alarm response under investigation The museum’s alarm reportedly activated during the break-in, but questions have emerged over how quickly the response was handled. A cleaning worker is said to have discovered signs of the burglary and alerted police after reaching the site. Local concern has now shifted toward whether security procedures were strong enough for a museum holding high-value art and jewellery. Officials are expected to review the role of the security company, the timing of the alert and whether police were informed without delay. Museum closed as police continue probe The Lalique Museum, opened in 2011 near the brand’s historic production site, displays hundreds of works linked to René Lalique and the development of French glass and crystal design. Its collection includes jewellery, decorative objects, Art Deco pieces and modern crystal works. Following the burglary, the museum is expected to remain closed while investigators continue their work and staff assess the damage. For Wingen-sur-Moder, a small town near Strasbourg, the theft is a major cultural blow and a warning that even smaller museums can become targets when rare and valuable collections are on display. France museum theft renews wider debate The incident has added to a wider debate about museum security in France, especially after other high-profile cultural thefts raised questions about how valuable collections are protected. While major museums often receive more public attention, smaller regional institutions may also hold rare pieces that attract professional thieves. The Lalique Museum burglary shows that alarms alone may not be enough if response systems are slow or unclear. As police continue the CCTV probe, the case is likely to increase pressure on museums to review security staffing, emergency procedures and protection for valuable display items.

Mbappe's four-word post follows France win over Paraguay France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after battling past Paraguay 1-0 in a tightly contested Round of 16 encounter. Kylian Mbappe once again proved to be the difference, converting a second-half penalty before sharing a simple four-word message on social media that quickly went viral: "A day at work." The victory was far fro

What the Semiquincentennial means The United States is marking its Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The term refers to a 250th anniversary and is being used to describe the country’s two-and-a-half-century milestone. The national commemoration is linked to America250, the official effort created to recognise the anniversary across the country, with events a

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding buzz grows after $26M charity donation Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have once again become the centre of global attention after two major developments around their wedding week. According to reports, the couple has donated $26 million to charities ahead of their planned celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York. Another report has claimed that Swift and Kelce may have already married in a private ceremony before the larg

Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela in quick succession on June 24, triggering large-scale destruction across multiple regions. The back-to-back tremors caused buildings to collapse, roads to fracture, and essential services to fail in several urban zones. The disaster has left authorities struggling to stabilise affected areas as the death toll continues to rise. Cities struggle with severe structural damage Major urban centres, including parts of Caracas and La Guaira, have been heavily impacted. Entire residential blocks were reduced to rubble, trapping residents and blocking access routes for emergency teams. The destruction has slowed rescue movement, with heavy debris and unstable structures making operations dangerous and time-consuming. Rescue teams race against time in difficult conditions Search and rescue crews are continuing operations in severely damaged districts, often working with limited equipment and unstable conditions. Hospitals in nearby regions are under pressure as injured survivors arrive continuously. Temporary shelters have been set up, but shortages of clean water, electricity, and medical supplies are complicating relief efforts. Government coordination under pressure Authorities led by interim leadership have confirmed a rising death toll, now reported at 2,595, while acknowledging that many individuals remain unaccounted for. Officials have denied claims of improper handling of victims and stated that identification procedures are being followed. Emergency coordination efforts are ongoing across multiple agencies. Uncertainty grows as recovery continues The full scale of the disaster is still unfolding. Rescue teams warn that numbers may change as deeper layers of collapsed structures are cleared. With communication lines disrupted and many zones still inaccessible, officials say the priority remains locating survivors and preventing further loss of life. Long recovery ahead for affected regions Beyond immediate rescue work, Venezuela now faces a long rebuilding process. Restoring housing, infrastructure, and basic services will take significant time, while displaced families continue to rely on temporary shelters and aid support. The focus remains on survival, recovery, and restoring stability in affected regions.

Survivor pulled alive after eight days under rubble Rescue teams in Venezuela have pulled a man alive from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story structure in La Guaira, eight days after a series of powerful earthquakes devastated large parts of the country. The survivor’s rescue has been described by emergency officials as a rare moment of hope amid widespread destructio

Thailand’s 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers remains in effect despite Thailand’s approval of wider immigration changes. The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi states that Indian ordinary passport holders may continue entering Thailand without a visa for tourism and short-term business stays of up to 60 days until a further announcement. and visa-free entry for Indians remains active