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.

A viral Revlimid price comparison between the United States and India has renewed discussion about cancer drug costs, generic medicines and patient access. In an Instagram video posted by the account Spicy Gori, an American woman claimed that one Revlimid pill costs about $900 in the United States. She said she found options in India ranging from approximately Rs 35 to Rs 300 per pill, which she estimated at about 30 cents to $3. In an

Rupeeflo is targeting a reduction in NRI account opening time from about 60 days to 24 hours. The digital onboarding effort covers bank, demat and trading accounts used by Non-Resident Indians investing in India. The company says the faster process could address paperwork and verification delays that cause applicants to abandon plans to invest in Indian stocks or deposits. Rupeeflo targets faster NRI account opening Zerodha founder and CEO Nith

The United States and India reported substantial progress on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, toward an interim bilateral trade agreement, as U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted artificial intelligence and emerging technologies as growing areas of cooperation. Greer visited New Delhi from Monday, June 22, through Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and held multiple rounds of talks with Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. US-India Trade Talks Focus

India and the United States are edging closer to a structured trade agreement after fresh negotiations indicated reduced gaps on several contentious issues. US officials described the discussions as the most constructive phase so far, suggesting that a framework deal is now within reach, even though final clearance is still pending. The talks are part of a broader effort to establish a long-term Bilateral Trade Agreement aimed at improving market access, easing tariff friction, and stabilizing supply chain cooperation between the two economies. Tariff reduction and market access remain central issues At the core of the negotiations are tariff structures and access to each other’s markets. The United States is pushing for wider entry for industrial and agricultural goods, while India is focused on protecting sensitive domestic sectors while expanding export opportunities in technology, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. Both sides are trying to balance domestic political pressures with the need to expand bilateral trade volumes, which currently remain below their long-term potential despite strong economic ties. Digital trade and pharmaceutical rules under review A significant portion of the discussion is now centered on digital trade regulations and pharmaceutical standards. The US is seeking clearer digital data flow rules and stronger intellectual property protections, while India is prioritizing flexibility for its growing digital economy and affordable healthcare exports. Pharmaceutical trade remains a key pillar, with India seeking smoother regulatory pathways for generic drug exports, while the US is focusing on compliance and quality standard alignment. Strategic economic alignment driving urgency The urgency behind the negotiations is being shaped by global supply chain realignment and geopolitical competition. Both countries are increasingly aligning their trade policies within the Indo-Pacific framework, with an emphasis on reducing dependency on concentrated manufacturing hubs. India is positioning itself as an alternative global manufacturing base, while the US is looking to diversify sourcing and strengthen resilient supply networks. Next phase depends on unresolved policy gaps Despite visible progress, the agreement is not finalized. Several policy differences still need resolution, particularly around tariff ceilings, digital governance, and sector-specific protections. Officials from both sides are expected to continue technical-level discussions before moving toward a formalized trade framework. A final agreement timeline has not been confirmed, but momentum suggests continued acceleration in the coming months.

India-US bilateral trade agreement talks will resume in India on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and continue through Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as officials seek to complete the first phase of a proposed trade pact. A delegation from the Office of the United States Trade Representative is scheduled to meet Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and other Indian officials. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said the two sides expect to give final touches to the first tranche while contin

An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft met with an accident at Air Force Station Jorhat in Assam on Saturday, triggering an emergency response inside the military facility. Initial reports said the aircraft may have caught fire after landing, but officials have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the incident. The Indian Air Force issued a brief statement confirming the accident. It said an AN-32 aircraft of the IAF met with an acci

Pawan Kalyan Announces Relief After Vizag Steel Plant Blast Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the deadly explosion at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, which claimed eight lives and left several workers injured. The tragic incident took place on Monday evening after a large quantity of molten steel reportedly leaked from the SMS-2 and STC-3 heat facility in

Following the May 1, 2026 boat capsize at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, the death toll has risen to 11 as rescue operations continue amid safety concerns.

A boat accident in the Narmada River near Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh killed nine people, including a mother and child. Sudden bad weather caused the vessel to capsize. Rescue teams saved 24 people, while search operations continue for several missing passengers. A deadly boat accident in the Narmada River near Bargi Dam in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has claimed the lives of a mother and her four-year-old son, highlighting the human toll of the tragedy that has left multiple families devastated. The incident occurred when a tourist vessel overturned in turbulent waters, reportedly after sudden adverse weather conditions disrupted the journey.   Rescue teams recovered the bodies of the woman and her child on Friday morning, a day after the accident. Officials said the mother was found holding her son tightly, underscoring a final attempt to protect him as the boat sank. The victims were part of a family of four visiting from Delhi; the father and daughter survived the incident. Authorities confirmed that the death toll has risen to nine, while several individuals remain unaccounted for. According to officials, 24 people have been rescued so far, with 17 hospitalized for injuries and trauma. Nine others, including five children, are still missing as search operations continue. Survivors described moments of panic as the situation escalated rapidly. One passenger recounted that the weather worsened without warning, causing the boat to lose balance and take on water within minutes. Passengers were unable to comprehend the unfolding emergency as screams filled the air and people struggled to stay afloat. Another survivor, Syed Riyaz Hussain, described a prolonged fight for survival after being trapped in the water for nearly two hours. He said he managed to keep his head above water while surrounded by debris and victims drifting past, until rescue teams eventually located him. Members of his family are still missing. Local police, district authorities, and personnel from the State Disaster Response Force have been deployed to the site, conducting coordinated search efforts in challenging river conditions. Officials confirmed that the boat’s captain, Mahesh Patel, survived the incident as he was wearing a life jacket. The cause of the accident remains under investigation as authorities focus on rescue and recovery operations in the region.

Authorities said the collision occurred at approximately 2 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the tollway near Royal Lane. Preliminary findings from DPS troopers indicate that a Hyundai Tucson was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when it collided head-on with a Land Rover Velar. The impact caused significant damage to both vehicles and prompted an immediate emergency response. The driver of the Hyundai Tucson was transported to a local hospital following the crash but was l

United States President Donald Trump and his two sons have filed a $10 billion civil lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service and the US Treasury Department, alleging systemic failures that allowed the unlawful disclosure of their confidential tax information. The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Miami and accuses federal authorities of negligence in preventing internal misconduct that resulted in the release of sensitive financial records. According to the court filing, Tr

Guilt is one of the most common yet misunderstood emotions we carry. Everyone at some point has felt the heavy weight of guilt after making a mistake, hurting someone, or failing to live up to expectations. But while guilt is natural, many people spend far too much time stuck in it. The truth is simple: guilt is a waste when it lingers without resolution. Feeling guilty does not undo the past, it does not heal the person hurt, and it does not correct the mistake. What really matters is accept

  A dramatic incident unfolded Monday afternoon in Raritan Bay when a boat caught fire, sending thick smoke into the air and triggering a rapid emergency response. Fire crews from both Perth Amboy, New Jersey, and New York rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the vessel, raising concerns about the safety of those on board. Authorities confirmed that all individuals from the boat were found safe after transferring to another vessel nearby. The quick rescue ensured th

  A serious boating accident at Eagle Mountain Lake in Azle, Texas, left three people injured, including two children, after a vessel collided with a dock on Sunday evening. The incident, which occurred near Miller Avenue on the west side of the lake at around 7 p.m., has raised concerns about lake safety as authorities continue their investigation. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the boat crashed into the dock under circumstances that remain unc

A devastating tragedy struck western Afghanistan when at least 79 people, including 17 children, lost their lives in a horrific bus accident in Herat province near the Iranian border. The victims were Afghan deportees who had been expelled from Iran and were traveling to Kabul when their bus collided with a motorbike and another vehicle late on Tuesday night. The crash quickly turned into a disaster when one of the vehicles, reportedly carrying fuel, caught fir

A serious traffic incident in Newark on Tuesday morning resulted in fourteen people being hospitalized after an NJ Transit bus collided with a utility truck. The crash occurred at approximately 10:46 a.m. at the intersection of 15th Avenue and Bedford Street. According to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, the incident involved a bus carrying twelve adult passengers and its driver, along with a PSE&G utility truck driven by a single operator.

At least 1,200 Ohio residents are celebrating an unexpected financial windfall after discovering unclaimed funds during their visit to the 2025 Ohio State Fair. According to the Ohio Department of Commerce, fairgoers who stopped by the division’s kiosk initiated claims totaling an impressive $633,873. Among these claims, one individual began the process to recover over $60,000, while the average claim amount for attendees was calculated at $527.35, proving that even small amounts can ma

An F-35C fighter jet crashed near Lemoore Naval Air Station in central California on Wednesday evening, prompting an emergency response from multiple agencies. The crash, which occurred around 6:40 p.m., resulted in a large fire that engulfed the wreckage. Officials confirmed that the pilot successfully ejected before impact and was later found with his parachute in a nearby field. Emergency personnel quickly transported him to a hospital for evaluation, and he is expected to recover.