Indian-origin man, Subramanyam Vedam, faces deportation from the US after spending over four decades in prison for a murder conviction later overturned. Despite being a legal permanent resident since infancy, he was taken into immigration custody upon release. Courts have now halted his deportation, offering a glimmer of hope for the exonerated man.
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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting he should create an "apaman mantralaya" (Ministry of Insults) given his accusations against opposition leaders. Her remarks followed Modi's strong condemnation of Rahul Gandhi for allegedly insulting Chhath Puja, a festival celebrated in Bihar. Vadra also accused the PM of avoiding discussions on corruption and the NDA's performance in Bihar.
Canada's immigration system is experiencing an unprecedented surge in visa and permit refusals, leading to widespread concerns about automated decision-making replacing human assessment. This crisis is fueling a significant rise in judicial reviews as applicants challenge decisions deemed generic and unreasonable, with numbers of new temporary residents, particularly students, declining sharply.
The Dutch government seized control of chipmaker Nexperia due to concerns over its former CEO's alleged plans to move European operations to China. This action has prompted warnings from global automakers about potential chip shortages and production disruptions. While Nexperia's chips are basic, they are crucial for automotive electronics.
Melting Arctic ice is revealing a hidden ecosystem where bacteria convert nitrogen gas into nutrients, fueling algae growth. This process, previously thought impossible under thick ice, is now seen as vital for the Arctic food web and potentially for absorbing atmospheric carbon. Scientists are exploring whether this discovery offers a climate benefit or introduces new uncertainties.
India's electronics exports are surging, driven by iPhone manufacturing, and are poised to overtake petroleum products as the nation's second-largest export category. This rapid growth, fueled by government incentives, positions India to capitalize on global supply chain diversification, while petroleum exports face a decline.
The US Supreme Court has ended a decade-long legal fight, allowing H-4 visa holders, primarily spouses of H-1B workers, to continue working. This decision upholds employment authorization for those facing green card backlogs.
Abhishek Sharma's valiant 68 and Harshit Rana's steady 35 were the lone bright spots as India faltered to 125 against Australia. Despite their efforts, Australia chased down the target comfortably, with Mitchell Marsh's 46 leading the charge. Josh Hazlewood's exceptional bowling crippled India's top order, securing a four-wicket win and a 1-0 series lead.
Former Seattle Mariners pitcher Yoervis Medina has tragically passed away at the age of 37 following a suspected heart attack and subsequent car crash in Venezuela. Medina, who debuted with the Mariners in 2013, was known for his reliable bullpen performance and was a respected figure in the baseball community.
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