Families in Panic as UK Tightens Entry Rules for Dual Passport Holders A highly controversial new United Kingdom border regime set to take effect on February 25, 2026 has drawn sharp criticism from rights activists, legal experts and campaign groups, who say it discriminates against women and dual nationals living abroad. The policy, introduced by […]
The weapons and military units on display in China’s major parade (Image credit: AP) China, one of the world’s largest arms exporter, has endured a series of humiliating battlefield exposures that have shattered its image as a supplier of reliable defence systems. From Operation Sindoor‘s rout of Pakistani defenses to the swift US raid on […]
Sudan’s power struggle in focus: former president Omar al-Bashir alongside rival generals Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (AI image generated using ChatGPT) Sudan’s war did not begin with ideology or rebellion, but with a fallout between two men who once ruled together. When rival generals turned their guns on each other in April […]
US President Donald Trump unveiled the long-awaited Gold Card visa at the White House on Wednesday, billing it as a million-dollar fast track to US citizenship and a tool for companies to retain foreign graduates. He said it was “somewhat like a green card, but with big advantages,” adding that firms could “go to any […]
The HIRE Act seeks to raise the annual cap on H‑1B visas from the current 65,000 (plus 20,000 for advanced‑degree holders) to 130,000. The bill was reintroduced last month by Indian-origin Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi in response to growing demand for skilled workers in technology, research and other sectors.According to the proposal, the expansion would help […]
Oman’s new payment system explained simply / AI-generated illustration The days of relying solely on international payment giants are ending in the Sultanate. Driven by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO), major local banks are launching the “Ma’al” Card, a groundbreaking national payment card designed to bring financial independence, unmatched cost savings, and a strong […]
Following recent drone incursions from suspected Russia, the European Commission is moving to accelerate its “drone wall” plan.Allied nations are grappling with a dual challenge: devising long-term strategies to counter Russia’s persistent hybrid threats while preparing civilians for the next potential wave of drone incursions. Responses range from layered air-defense systems to civilian-target exercises against […]
Two major socio-religious groupings, Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) spearheaded a major campaign for Statehood status and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule list. File. | Photo Credit: ANI The story so far: Ladakh, which was carved out as a Union Territory (UT) without a legislature from the erstwhile State of J&K […]
The British monarchy traces its roots back to more than 1,150 years, when Alfred the Great became King in 866. Today, it is the 5th richest royal family in the world with King Charles III being the 11th richest royal across the globe. From palaces to estates, the British royal family encompasses massive wealth. But […]
The story so far: The BRICS nations have adopted the Guwahati Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to coordinated efforts to prevent and combat illicit drug trafficking. The declaration was adopted at the conclusion of the two-day BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies meeting held in Assam’s Guwahati, under India’s BRICS chairmanship on Tuesday (July 7, 2026). The […]
