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Russia’s Hybrid Push on Europe: Poland Warns of Drone–Missile Risk, Macron Orders Infrastructure Shield

Featured Randhir Gupta -
Poland and France have raised fresh alarms over Russia’s growing “hybrid” campaign in Europe, with Warsaw warning of possible drone and missile incidents on NATO soil and Paris ordering a new protection plan for critical infrastructure. Poland’s warning: “Accidental” strikes that test NATO Polish Prime Minister...

US Destroys Five Iranian Tankers After Warship Attacks; Iran Claims Strikes on 10 Ships in Hormuz

Tensions in West Asia have surged after the United States destroyed five Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Iran’s Kharg Island. Washington says the strikes were retaliation for two...

Iran plans new zone beyond Strait of Hormuz

Iran is preparing to impose a new layer of restrictions around one of the world’s most sensitive shipping routes, with its top security official warning that vessels entering a proposed maritime zone beyond...

Lionel Messi Retires from International Football: Argentina Legend Ends 21-Year Career

Lionel Messi has officially retired from international football, bringing an end to his 21-year journey with the Argentina national team. The 39-year-old confirmed the decision in an emotional Instagram post on August 31, 2026, saying...

India’s Exports Jump 26% in August 2026: Electronics, Fuels Lead $82.68 Billion Surge

India’s external trade posted a strong performance in August 2026, with total exports (merchandise and services combined) rising 25.41% year-on-year to $82.68 billion. Imports grew at a slower pace, helping narrow the overall...

WPI Inflation Climbs to 9.92% in August as Food, Fuel and Factory Prices Rise

India’s wholesale price inflation (WPI) increased to 9.92% in August 2026, up from 9.78% in July, as prices of food, fuel and manufactured items moved higher, government data showed on Monday. The print was slightly...

H-1B visa fee of $100,000 extended till 2027: What Indian professionals must know

National Rishikesh Mishra -
US President Donald Trump has extended a controversial rule that imposes a $100,000 fee on certain new H-1B visa petitions. The requirement, which was set to expire this month, will now remain in force until September 21, 2027, even as courts examine whether the charge is legal. The move has drawn sharp reactions from India’s political leaders and the IT industry, given that Indian nationals account for the largest share of approved H-1B beneficiaries. For thousands of Indian engineers, technicians, and other skilled workers eyeing US jobs, the extension means higher costs, more uncertainty, and a longer wait for clarity from the courts. What the new extension says Under the latest presidential order, the $100,000 payment...

PM CARES Fund Donations Rise to ₹480 Crore, but Spending Remains Minimal

The PM CARES Fund received nearly ₹480 crore in donations during the financial year 2024–25, marking a reported 592% increase over the previous year....

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Microsoft Drafts AI Code to Keep Its Models Under Human Control

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Microsoft has unveiled a draft AI Code of Conduct aimed at ensuring that its future artificial...

H-1B visa fee of $100,000 extended till 2027: What Indian professionals must know

US President Donald Trump has extended a controversial rule that imposes a $100,000 fee on certain new H-1B visa petitions. The requirement, which was set to expire this month, will now remain in force...

US advances Russia sanctions Bill: Trump could slap 100% tariffs on India for Russian oil

The US House of Representatives has moved a step closer to passing a sweeping Russia sanctions law that could allow President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying...

“A UN for Everyone”: UN PGA Annalena Baerbock

New Delhi: Annalena Baerbock, the President of the United Nations General Assembly (UN PGA) called for a "UN for...

The Goliath Trap: American Presidents and their egregious wars

President Trump has publicly, simultaneously claimed that he has...

Sinking of Iran’s IRIS Dena brings War to the Indian Ocean

The sinking of Iranian Navy frigate IRIS Dena by a US...

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Microsoft Drafts AI Code to Keep Its Models Under Human Control

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Microsoft has unveiled a draft AI Code of Conduct aimed at ensuring that its future artificial intelligence models remain under human control. The proposal comes amid...
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AI in Courts: CJI Surya Kant Says Technology Must Assist, Not Replace Human Judgment

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Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has made it clear that artificial intelligence (AI) should support, not substitute, human decision-making in India's judicial...
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UN report warns AI could double data centre power and water use by 2030

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A new report from the United Nations University says the rapid rise of artificial intelligence could significantly increase the environmental cost of data centres...

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Anak Krakatau Eruption: Indonesia Reopens Jakarta Airport After Ash Disrupts Nearly 3,000 Flights

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupted over the weekend, sending thick ash...

Nepal Floods: Death Toll Hits 1,295 as Two Workers Rescued Alive After Nine Days in Tunnel

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Sudan Crisis Enters Fourth Year: UN Sounds Alarm on ‘Abandoned War’

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Sudan's devastating civil war has reached its fourth year, prompting a dire warning from the United Nations' top aid official. Denise Brown, UN Humanitarian...
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Long after the guns fall silent, conflict-related sexual violence leaves lasting scars

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