Andhra Pradesh Student Dies in Kansas Floodwaters Near Wellington
An Andhra Pradesh student died in Kansas floodwaters near Wellington after his vehicle reportedly entered a flooded roadway during a trip from Houston, according to an account shared by a friend. Doppalapudi Venkatesh was identified as an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh. The information provided did not include the date or time of the incident. Andhra Pradesh Student Dies in Kansas Floodwaters The friend’s account said Venkatesh selected a
Andhra Pradesh Student Dies in Kansas Floodwaters Near Wellington
An Andhra Pradesh student died in Kansas floodwaters near Wellington after his vehicle reportedly entered a flooded roadway during a trip from Houston, according to an account shared by a friend. Doppalapudi Venkatesh was identified as an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh. The information provided did not include the date or time of the incident. Andhra Pradesh Student Dies in Kansas Floodwaters The friend’s account said Venkatesh selected a
Telangana Student Found Dead In London, Family Seeks Govt Help
Telangana student Srinath Reddy, 25, from Kamareddy district, was found dead in England on June 23, leaving his family seeking government help to bring his body back to India. Srinath Reddy was a native of Talamadla village in Rajampet mandal of Kamareddy district. He had gone to England around 14 months ago for higher studies and was pursuing his MS at Leicester University. Telangana Student Found Dea
Telangana Student Found Dead In London, Family Seeks Govt Help
Telangana student Srinath Reddy, 25, from Kamareddy district, was found dead in England on June 23, leaving his family seeking government help to bring his body back to India. Srinath Reddy was a native of Talamadla village in Rajampet mandal of Kamareddy district. He had gone to England around 14 months ago for higher studies and was pursuing his MS at Leicester University. Telangana Student Found Dea
MIT Cambridge: How Many Indian Students Study There in 2025–26?
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology recorded 286 students from India during the 2025–26 academic year, according to statistics published by MIT’s International Students Office. MIT, which holds the No. 1 position in the QS World University Rankings 2027, remains one of the most sought-after US universities among students interested in engineering, science, technology and research. MIT’s appeal to international students is also supported by its
MIT Cambridge: How Many Indian Students Study There in 2025–26?
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology recorded 286 students from India during the 2025–26 academic year, according to statistics published by MIT’s International Students Office. MIT, which holds the No. 1 position in the QS World University Rankings 2027, remains one of the most sought-after US universities among students interested in engineering, science, technology and research. MIT’s appeal to international students is also supported by its
Cornell Tata Scholarship: Eligibility, Financial Aid and How to Apply
The Cornell Tata Scholarship provides need-based financial aid to eligible undergraduate students who attended secondary school in India. Applicants must gain admission to Cornell University, demonstrate financial need and complete the university’s required financial-aid process. Created through a $25 million endowment from the Tata Education and Development Trust, the program supports about 20 scholars at any one time and awards assistance annually.
Cornell Tata Scholarship: Eligibility, Financial Aid and How to Apply
The Cornell Tata Scholarship provides need-based financial aid to eligible undergraduate students who attended secondary school in India. Applicants must gain admission to Cornell University, demonstrate financial need and complete the university’s required financial-aid process. Created through a $25 million endowment from the Tata Education and Development Trust, the program supports about 20 scholars at any one time and awards assistance annually.
Trump Calls Modi ‘Tough Negotiator’ at 2026 G7 Meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a “tough negotiator” following their meeting at the 2026 G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. The Trump-Modi G7 meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, focused on U.S.-India trade negotiations, bilateral relations and the safety of Indian seafarers operating near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump-Modi G7 Meeting Focuses on Trade Speaking to reporters after the bilateral discuss
Trump Calls Modi ‘Tough Negotiator’ at 2026 G7 Meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a “tough negotiator” following their meeting at the 2026 G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. The Trump-Modi G7 meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, focused on U.S.-India trade negotiations, bilateral relations and the safety of Indian seafarers operating near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump-Modi G7 Meeting Focuses on Trade Speaking to reporters after the bilateral discuss
Indian Student Injured in Montgomery Crash Remains Unconscious
An Indian student injured in a Montgomery crash remains unconscious in an Alabama intensive care unit as friends seek help with treatment and rehabilitation costs. Sai Teja, 27, is receiving care at Baptist Medical Center South after suffering a severe brain injury, a fractured jaw and a fractured left leg, according to a fundraiser organized by his friend Akhil. Indian student injured in Montgomery crash faces long recovery The fundraiser says
Indian Student Injured in Montgomery Crash Remains Unconscious
An Indian student injured in a Montgomery crash remains unconscious in an Alabama intensive care unit as friends seek help with treatment and rehabilitation costs. Sai Teja, 27, is receiving care at Baptist Medical Center South after suffering a severe brain injury, a fractured jaw and a fractured left leg, according to a fundraiser organized by his friend Akhil. Indian student injured in Montgomery crash faces long recovery The fundraiser says
Top 10 Firms Add Rs 1.90 Lakh Crore In Mcap: ICICI Bank Leads Rally
Eight of India’s top 10 most valued companies added a combined Rs 1.90 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, supported by a strong rally in the equity markets. ICICI Bank emerged as the biggest gainer, followed by HDFC Bank and State Bank of India. The gains came as benchmark indices ended higher after a volatile week. The BSE Sensex rose 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, while the NSE Nifty gained 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. ICICI Bank Tops The Gaine
Top 10 Firms Add Rs 1.90 Lakh Crore In Mcap: ICICI Bank Leads Rally
Eight of India’s top 10 most valued companies added a combined Rs 1.90 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, supported by a strong rally in the equity markets. ICICI Bank emerged as the biggest gainer, followed by HDFC Bank and State Bank of India. The gains came as benchmark indices ended higher after a volatile week. The BSE Sensex rose 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, while the NSE Nifty gained 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. ICICI Bank Tops The Gaine
India Protests US Strike Near Oman That Killed Sailors
India has lodged a strong protest with the United States after three Indian seafarers were confirmed dead following a US strike on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello near the coast of Oman. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and conveyed India’s concern over the deaths of Indian mariners in the Gulf region. Jaishankar said lethal action against commercial shipping was not justi
India Protests US Strike Near Oman That Killed Sailors
India has lodged a strong protest with the United States after three Indian seafarers were confirmed dead following a US strike on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello near the coast of Oman. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and conveyed India’s concern over the deaths of Indian mariners in the Gulf region. Jaishankar said lethal action against commercial shipping was not justi
India Maritime Advisory Warns Seafarers Near Hormuz
India maritime advisory warnings have been issued for seafarers operating near the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman after attacks on merchant vessels raised new crew safety concerns. The Directorate General of Shipping has advised ships and crews in Iranian waters, the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to remain on high alert as tensions affect one of the world’s most sensitive shipping corridors. India Maritime Advisory Covers Crews Near Hormuz
India Maritime Advisory Warns Seafarers Near Hormuz
India maritime advisory warnings have been issued for seafarers operating near the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman after attacks on merchant vessels raised new crew safety concerns. The Directorate General of Shipping has advised ships and crews in Iranian waters, the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to remain on high alert as tensions affect one of the world’s most sensitive shipping corridors. India Maritime Advisory Covers Crews Near Hormuz
Iran Condemns U.S. Attack Killing Indian Sailors in Strait of Hormuz
Iran Condemns U.S. Attack on Indian Commercial Vessel Iran strongly condemned Friday’s, June 11, 2026 attack on a commercial ship near the Strait of Hormuz, which killed at least three Indian nationals. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the incident as “armed robbery and State piracy” and extended condolences to the families of the deceased sailors.
Iran Condemns U.S. Attack Killing Indian Sailors in Strait of Hormuz
Iran Condemns U.S. Attack on Indian Commercial Vessel Iran strongly condemned Friday’s, June 11, 2026 attack on a commercial ship near the Strait of Hormuz, which killed at least three Indian nationals. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the incident as “armed robbery and State piracy” and extended condolences to the families of the deceased sailors.
U.S. Disables M/T Jalveer in Gulf of Oman; 20 Indian Sailors Rescued
U.S. forces disabled the Guinea-Bissau-flagged M/T Jalveer in the Gulf of Oman at 7:20 AM GST on Thursday, June 11, 2026, according to U.S. Central Command. The strike occurred at 11:20 PM ET on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in the United States. CENTCOM said an American aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the tanker’s engine room after the crew repeatedly failed to comply with U.S. directions. The command said the vessel was attempting to transport oil from Iran under a blockad
U.S. Disables M/T Jalveer in Gulf of Oman; 20 Indian Sailors Rescued
U.S. forces disabled the Guinea-Bissau-flagged M/T Jalveer in the Gulf of Oman at 7:20 AM GST on Thursday, June 11, 2026, according to U.S. Central Command. The strike occurred at 11:20 PM ET on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in the United States. CENTCOM said an American aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the tanker’s engine room after the crew repeatedly failed to comply with U.S. directions. The command said the vessel was attempting to transport oil from Iran under a blockad
R Vaishali Wins WR Women’s Chess Tour Title In Tokyo
Date: June 6, 2026 Location: Tokyo, Japan Indian chess star R Vaishali added another proud moment for the country by winning the first event of the WR Women’s Chess Tour in Tokyo, Japan. Her victory came just hours after her brother, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, created history by becoming the first Indian to win the Norway Chess Championship title. The back-to-back s
R Vaishali Wins WR Women’s Chess Tour Title In Tokyo
Date: June 6, 2026 Location: Tokyo, Japan Indian chess star R Vaishali added another proud moment for the country by winning the first event of the WR Women’s Chess Tour in Tokyo, Japan. Her victory came just hours after her brother, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, created history by becoming the first Indian to win the Norway Chess Championship title. The back-to-back s
Trump Immigration Curbs Blocked by US Court
A recent US federal court ruling has brought temporary relief to many immigrants affected by strict immigration restrictions introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration. The court blocked immigration curbs that had slowed or paused several applications, including asylum cases, work permits, green cards and citizenship-related processes for people from 39 countries. India was not part of the restricted country list. So, Indian citizens do not receive direct relief from th
Trump Immigration Curbs Blocked by US Court
A recent US federal court ruling has brought temporary relief to many immigrants affected by strict immigration restrictions introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration. The court blocked immigration curbs that had slowed or paused several applications, including asylum cases, work permits, green cards and citizenship-related processes for people from 39 countries. India was not part of the restricted country list. So, Indian citizens do not receive direct relief from th
US Green Card Rule 2026: What H-1B Holders And NRIs Should Know
The 2026 USCIS green card policy update has created fresh concern among NRIs, H-1B workers, F-1 students and families in the US, especially those applying through the Adjustment of Status route. USCIS Tightens Green Card Review Process USCIS has issued a policy update that may make the green card process more closely reviewed for applicants already living in the United States. The update focuses on Adjustment of Status, the process that allows eligible imm
US Green Card Rule 2026: What H-1B Holders And NRIs Should Know
The 2026 USCIS green card policy update has created fresh concern among NRIs, H-1B workers, F-1 students and families in the US, especially those applying through the Adjustment of Status route. USCIS Tightens Green Card Review Process USCIS has issued a policy update that may make the green card process more closely reviewed for applicants already living in the United States. The update focuses on Adjustment of Status, the process that allows eligible imm
Gurindervir Singh 10.09 Sprint: Indian 100m Record Sparks New Rivalry
Gurindervir Singh’s Record Comeback Gurindervir Singh’s record-breaking 10.09-second run has turned Indian sprinting into one of the most exciting stories in athletics. Gurindervir Breaks A Big Barrier Punjab sprinter Gurindervir Singh has reclaimed the title of India’s fastest man after clocking a stunning 10.09 seconds in the 100m race. The timing made him the first Indian male sprinter to go below 10.10 seconds, a ma
Gurindervir Singh 10.09 Sprint: Indian 100m Record Sparks New Rivalry
Gurindervir Singh’s Record Comeback Gurindervir Singh’s record-breaking 10.09-second run has turned Indian sprinting into one of the most exciting stories in athletics. Gurindervir Breaks A Big Barrier Punjab sprinter Gurindervir Singh has reclaimed the title of India’s fastest man after clocking a stunning 10.09 seconds in the 100m race. The timing made him the first Indian male sprinter to go below 10.10 seconds, a ma
Byju Raveendran Sentenced To Six Months In Singapore Contempt Case
Singapore Court Issues Jail Term Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court in a contempt of court case. The order is linked to allegations that he failed to comply with court directions related to asset disclosure and legal proceedings. Reports said the court also directed him to surrender and pay costs of S$90,000. The development has brought f
Byju Raveendran Sentenced To Six Months In Singapore Contempt Case
Singapore Court Issues Jail Term Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court in a contempt of court case. The order is linked to allegations that he failed to comply with court directions related to asset disclosure and legal proceedings. Reports said the court also directed him to surrender and pay costs of S$90,000. The development has brought f
Air India Boeing 787 Crash Probe: Interim Report Expected Before Anniversary
Indian aviation investigators are preparing an interim report into last year’s deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash instead of a final report, as the investigation remains complex and incomplete ahead of the accident anniversary. The crash, which took place on June 12, 2025, involved an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating from Ahmedabad to London. The disaster killed 260 people, making it one of the deadliest aviation accidents
Air India Boeing 787 Crash Probe: Interim Report Expected Before Anniversary
Indian aviation investigators are preparing an interim report into last year’s deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash instead of a final report, as the investigation remains complex and incomplete ahead of the accident anniversary. The crash, which took place on June 12, 2025, involved an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating from Ahmedabad to London. The disaster killed 260 people, making it one of the deadliest aviation accidents
Rubio Says US Green Card Rule for Indians Is Part of Global Reform
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the new US green card rule for Indians is not aimed specifically at India, but is part of a broader global immigration reform effort by Washington. Speaking to NDTV after arriving in New Delhi and meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, May 23, 2026, Rubio said the policy applies worldwide. He said the United States is trying to restructure its immigration system after what he described as a major migration crisis.
Rubio Says US Green Card Rule for Indians Is Part of Global Reform
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the new US green card rule for Indians is not aimed specifically at India, but is part of a broader global immigration reform effort by Washington. Speaking to NDTV after arriving in New Delhi and meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, May 23, 2026, Rubio said the policy applies worldwide. He said the United States is trying to restructure its immigration system after what he described as a major migration crisis.
Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs
The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short
Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs
The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short
Indian Student Navya Gadusu Killed in I-65 Crash Near Crown Point
Indian student Navya Gadusu died after a late-night crash on Interstate 65 near Crown Point in Lake County, Indiana, a case that has drawn attention among Indian and Telugu communities in the United States. The crash happened at about 11:15 PM CDT on Saturday, May 16, 2026, on northbound I-65 near the U.S. 231 exit in Crown Point, according to Indiana State Police details cited by Chicago media. What Happened in the Navya Gadusu I
Indian Student Navya Gadusu Killed in I-65 Crash Near Crown Point
Indian student Navya Gadusu died after a late-night crash on Interstate 65 near Crown Point in Lake County, Indiana, a case that has drawn attention among Indian and Telugu communities in the United States. The crash happened at about 11:15 PM CDT on Saturday, May 16, 2026, on northbound I-65 near the U.S. 231 exit in Crown Point, according to Indiana State Police details cited by Chicago media. What Happened in the Navya Gadusu I









