Following Donald Trump's return as President and his strict immigration policies, the number of Indians caught illegally crossing into the US plummeted by 70% in the first five months of 2025. Despite the increased risks and disrupted smuggling networks, over 10,000 Indians still attempted the perilous journey, highlighting the enduring allure of the American dream.
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Anish Giri's witty remark on Praggnanandhaa becoming the World No.1 junior highlights the rise of young chess talents. Praggnanandhaa's UzChess Cup Masters 2025 victory, propelling him to World No.4 and India's top player, showcases his dominance. His dramatic win, praised by Viswanathan Anand, underscores his impressive character and solidifies his position as a leading force in chess.
Ahead of the crucial second Test against England at Edgbaston, India grapple with key selection dilemmas. Jasprit Bumrah's potential inclusion remains uncertain, while captain Shubman Gill hints at strategic changes following their Leeds defeat. The team is considering bolstering their spin attack, possibly including Washington Sundar or Kuldeep Yadav alongside Ravindra Jadeja.
Apple's iPhone production faces disruption as Foxconn experiences a significant withdrawal of Chinese engineers from its Indian facilities, impacting the ramp-up for iPhone 17 manufacturing. This exodus, influenced by China's efforts to restrict technology transfer and skilled labor exports, threatens Apple's ambitious goals to shift iPhone production to India amidst rising geopolitical tensions and supply chain diversification efforts.
Reliance Industries plans to consolidate its FMCG brands into a new entity named New Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (New RCPL), a direct RIL subsidiary. This restructuring aims to attract specialized investors and facilitate a potential stock market debut for the retail division.
A new US-Vietnam trade agreement, imposing a flat 20% tariff on Vietnamese exports, is causing concern in Asian markets. The deal replaces a previous agreement with preferential access, potentially disrupting Vietnam's $135 billion export flow.
Ravichandran Ashwin has advised the Indian bowlers to prioritise building pressure over aggressively seeking wickets in the upcoming Test against England. He anticipates England will cautiously play Jasprit Bumrah and then aggressively target the other bowlers with their 'Bazball' approach. Ashwin suggests India adopt a more defensive and containment-focused strategy to counter England's aggressive batting style.
In Panvel, a newborn girl was discovered abandoned outside an orphanage on Saturday morning. The infant was found with a feeding bottle, food, clothes, and a note from the parents expressing regret and citing financial and mental inability to care for her. The parents indicated a potential future return.
Amidst rising NATO defense budgets and warnings of a potential Russian attack, President Putin announced a reduction in Russia's military spending, currently at 6.3% of GDP, citing inflation concerns. He dismissed NATO's buildup as non-threatening while acknowledging stalled peace talks with Ukraine due to conflicting proposals.
Iran's top military commander has voiced strong skepticism regarding Israel's adherence to the ceasefire agreement. He conveyed to Saudi Arabia's defense minister Tehran's readiness to retaliate forcefully should Israel resume hostilities. Despite not initiating the conflict, Iran asserts it responded with full force and remains prepared to do so again if necessary.