Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh’s Vizianagaram district on Saturday, August 1, marking a major milestone for aviation and infrastructure development in North Andhra. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will inspect the passenger terminal building at around 11:00 AM before formally inaugurating the airport at approximately 11:30 AM. He wil

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

The Lok Sabha is expected to debate the anti-paper leak amendment bill after Speaker Om Birla’s discussions with political parties helped ease a week-long parliamentary deadlock. The debate follows Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and continuing Opposition demands for accountability over alleged police action against protesting students.  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged Income Tax officials to stop making citizens chase departments for services they are legally entitled to receive. Sitharaman Tells Tax Officers to Serve Citizens Without Delay Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has asked Income Tax Department officials to ensure that taxpayers and ordinary citizens are not forced to move repeatedly between government offices for routine services and benefits that

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the new Bhogapuram international airport near Visakhapatnam on Saturday, August 1.   PM Modi to Inaugurate Bhogapuram Airport on August 1 Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Alluri Sitarama

President Shahabuddin Steps Down Bangladesh is entering another crucial phase in its political journey after President Mohammad Shahabuddin decided to resign before completing his five-year term. The development follows months of political uncertainty and growing pressure over his perceived closeness to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League. His de

  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

Mamata Banerjee backed the Opposition’s Delhi protest over the alleged NEET paper leak and condemned the police action against students as unacceptable. Mamata Backs Opposition Protest Over NEET Row Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has supported the Opposition protest in New Delhi over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against students. She called the treatment of young demonstrators unacceptable and accused the Union

Columbia’s student visa advisory recommends that international students return to New York before classes begin on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The guidance comes before a DHS rule establishing fixed admission periods for F and J visa holders takes effect. Columbia University has advised international students to return to New York before classes begin on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, ahead of a major change to U.S. admissi

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

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 began in New Delhi as Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged lawmakers to hold constructive, fact-based debates and ensure productive proceedings. The Opposition is preparing to raise the NEET-UG paper leak, Sonam Wangchuk’s protest, Ayodhya donation concerns, ethanol policy and other major national issues.  

The National Council for Teacher Education has constituted a five-member committee to investigate alleged irregularities at four Madhya Pradesh B.Ed colleges. The inspection will verify approved locations, infrastructure, faculty strength and compliance with NCTE regulations before submitting a report within five working days. NCTE Constitutes Five-Member Committee In an order issued on July 15, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), under the Education Ministry, constituted a five-member independent fact-finding and verification committee to investigate alleged irregularities at four B.Ed colleges in Madhya Pradesh. The inquiry follows reports that some institutions were not operating from their declared addresses and lacked the infrastructure required under NCTE regulations. The committee has been directed to complete its investigation and submit a detailed report, supported by documentary evidence, photographs and videographic records, within five working days. The committee is headed by H.C.S. Rathore, former Vice-Chancellor of the Central University of South Bihar. Its members include Ashima Mangla, Joint Secretary at the University Grants Commission (UGC); Bhagwati Prasad Kalal and J.P. Singh, Directors in the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Ministry of Education; a nominee of the Madhya Pradesh government; and Wg Cdr Vijay Rana, Regional Director of the NCTE's Western Regional Committee. Inspection Expanded to Four Colleges The investigation was launched after media reports raised concerns about three B.Ed colleges affiliated with Barkatullah University. During the preliminary verification, officials found that another B.Ed college was operating from the same premises, increasing the total number of institutions under investigation to four. According to the NCTE, the committee reached Madhya Pradesh on July 17 and has already begun physical inspections. The regulator said the additional institution was identified during the initial study, prompting the expansion of the inquiry. Compliance With NCTE Norms Under Review The committee has been instructed to conduct on-site inspections using geotagged photographs and videos to verify whether the colleges are functioning from their approved locations. Officials will compare their findings with the institutions' recognition documents, Performance Appraisal Reports (PARs) and other official records submitted to the NCTE. The inspection will also assess whether the colleges comply with the provisions of the NCTE Act, 1993, NCTE Regulations and prescribed recognition standards. Areas under review include infrastructure, classrooms, laboratories, land availability, faculty strength and other academic and administrative requirements necessary for operating teacher education programmes. Strict Action Possible After Investigation The committee has been directed to submit its findings within five working days. Based on the report, the NCTE will conduct a comprehensive review before deciding on further action against the institutions. Describing the matter as a serious lapse, the regulator said strict punitive action would be taken against any institution found violating the NCTE Act, regulations or recognition norms after the completion of the 360-degree verification process.

This guide explains NRE, NRO and FCNR accounts in plain English, compares tax and repatriation rules, shows where overseas and Indian income should go, and gives realistic account combinations for salaried NRIs, landlords, investors and families. Last reviewed: July 18, 2026 The first banking question most new NRIs ask sounds simple: “Which Indian account should I use now?”

The SIT investigating alleged irregularities in donations received by the Ram temple trust is likely to submit an interim status report to the Supreme Court on Monday, July 20, 2026. The team may also seek additional time to complete the investigation and recommend administrative reforms. SIT Interim Report Expected Before Supreme Court The Special Investigation Team examining alleged embezzlement of donations received by the Shri Ram Janm

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar assured farmers that their land would not be forcibly acquired for the Bidadi Township project and announced a committee review. No land without farmers consent Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has assured farmers that the state government will not forcibly acquire land for the proposed Bidadi Township. His statement followed protests over a land survey that farmers said was being conducted without the

India's RBI-backed FCNR deposit initiative has reportedly mobilized nearly $10 billion in foreign-currency deposits from NRIs. The strong response highlights growing demand for foreign-currency savings while helping strengthen India's external financing position. India's temporary Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initiative to encourage Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR(B)) deposits has reportedly attracted nearly $10

Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin was briefly detained on Monday, July 13, days after authorities designated him a “foreign agent.” Police charged the former presidential hopeful with displaying extremist symbols over an older online video connected to Alexei Navalny. Boris Nadezhdin detained near Moscow Nadezhdin announced the arrival of poli

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has rejected allegations that Israel’s Mossad tried to recruit him for a plan to replace Iran’s leadership. A statement attributed to his office called the claims fabricated and denied reports that he had been placed under house arrest after the alleged operation failed. Ahmadinejad denial challenges Mossad claims

The Ayodhya SIT probe into the alleged Ram temple donation theft has identified serious weaknesses in donation counting, employee monitoring, cash auditing and physical security. Investigators believe repeated violations of established procedures left the system vulnerable to alleged financial misconduct. Ayodhya SIT Probe Identifies Security Lapses The Special Investigation Team examining alleged irregularitie

The University of Sydney has received a $180,000 Maitri Grant to create a three-year music partnership with India’s Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts. The project will support student travel, staff exchanges, curriculum development and community programs across Sydney and Bengaluru. Sydney Maitri Grant supports three-year partnership The University??