International students in the US on OPT are facing potential deportation due to stricter enforcement of SEVIS reporting rules. ICE is issuing letters threatening termination for those not promptly updating employment information, particularly regarding unemployment days.
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The Congress party has strongly criticized the BJP government's foreign policy following Operation Sindoor, citing diplomatic failures and compromised national security. Allegations include a lack of international support, growing ties between Pakistan and other nations, and questions surrounding the neutralization of key terrorists. Shashi Tharoor voiced disappointment over condolences for those killed in Pakistan.
Mumbai's newly inaugurated Worli underground station on the Aqua Line faced severe flooding due to torrential monsoon rains, disrupting metro services and forcing trains to operate only partially. The intense downpour, with Nariman Point recording 104 mm of rain in just one hour, caused widespread waterlogging, traffic gridlocks, and railway delays across the city.
PM Modi criticized the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), deeming it prejudicial to India's interests and hindering the utilization of its water share. He highlighted restrictions on dam desilting and sediment clearing, impacting reservoir capacity. Following the Pahalgam massacre, India put the IWT in abeyance, signaling a potential renegotiation of its terms, particularly the dispute settlement mechanism.
The Ministry of Ayush and WHO have partnered to integrate traditional Indian medicine systems into the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI). This agreement, highlighted by Prime Minister Modi, aims to globally standardize practices like Ayurveda and Yoga. The initiative promises enhanced research, better healthcare integration, and worldwide access to Ayush interventions, supported by scientific validation.
Amit Shah asserted a change in India's security approach. He mentioned past provocations from Pakistan. Previous governments did not give appropriate responses. Post 2014, India retaliated strongly after attacks like Uri and Pulwama. Surgical strikes and airstrikes targeted terror infrastructure. Shah highlighted Operation Sindoor as a response to the Pahalgam attack.
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan highlighted that India spent 15% of Operation Sindoor's time countering disinformation during the four-day conflict with Pakistan, which he termed a "non-contact and multi-domain" war. India maintained operational clarity and autonomy, detecting no unusual Chinese activity along the LAC. The nation relied on indigenous systems and drew a new redline against Pakistani terrorism, emphasizing fact-based communication.
Experts estimate the Dharavi redevelopment plan could unlock 140 million sq ft of free sale area, generating Rs 1.2-1.7 lakh crore for the Adani Group-state JV. While the project aims to rehabilitate residents and transform the city center, concerns arise regarding ambitious timelines, competitive pricing, and incentives granted to the developer, sparking political debate over the project's financial implications.
Mumbai Indians' IPL 2025 top-two hopes crashed after a loss to Punjab Kings, spotlighting Rohit Sharma's inconsistent form. Despite a few impactful innings, his overall performance has been underwhelming, averaging 27.42 with 329 runs. His struggles have hurt MI's top-order stability, especially during their early-season losses. As MI head into the Eliminator, Rohit's performance is crucial for their title aspirations.
Gold prices are predicted to rise significantly. Reports suggest a potential peak of $8,900 by 2030. Incrementum's analysis links this to central bank policies and inflation. JP Morgan forecasts $6,000 per ounce by 2029. Despite fluctuations, experts advise investors to consider gold. Current market allocation to gold is minimal compared to other assets.