In a major relief operation amid rising tensions in the Middle East, 290 Indian nationals, including several Kashmiri students, arrived safely in Delhi on Saturday aboard an Iranian Mahan Air flight—the first direct commercial evacuation since the Iran–Israel conflict flared up last Friday. Describing the experience, one student said, “It was terrible… felt as if Read More…
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point as the Iran-Israel conflict enters its third day, unleashing a wave of violence that threatens to destabilize the entire region. In a dramatic escalation, Iran launched retaliatory strikes using cluster bombs and ballistic missiles after sustained Israeli air raids on Iranian nuclear facilities, military bases, Read More…
Washington – In a significant shift from his earlier stance, U.S. President Donald Trump has walked back his claim of intervening in the India–Pakistan conflict. Instead, he now attributes the de-escalation to the decisive dialogue between the leaders of both nations, calling them “two smart leaders” who chose peace over war. This marks the first Read More…
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is preparing to launch a unified tourist visa — the GCC Grand Tours Visa — modeled on the European Union’s Schengen system. The visa will allow seamless travel across all six member nations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Announcing the plan, UAE Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Read More…
The G7 nations have delivered a strong and unified message backing Israel’s right to self-defense while calling out Iran as a destabilizing force in the Middle East. In a joint declaration from the summit in Kananaskis, Canada, G7 leaders reaffirmed their full support for Israel’s security and warned that Iran must never be allowed to Read More…
New Delhi: Rising tensions between Iran and Israel have triggered a sharp spike in global crude oil prices, sending Brent crude — India’s key oil benchmark — surging past $75 per barrel. The 1.24% uptick from the previous day’s close reflects growing concerns over supply disruptions in the region. The escalation began after Israel’s airstrike Read More…
Tel Aviv – Tensions in the Middle East escalated dramatically as Iran launched a fierce missile assault on Israel shortly after midnight, killing one woman and injuring at least 63 others, The Times of Israel reported. The unprecedented barrage saw dozens of ballistic missiles raining down on major Israeli cities, with Tel Aviv bearing the Read More…
The U.S. Court of International Trade has struck down a series of sweeping tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump, declaring that he exceeded his executive authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The ruling invalidates key tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which were justified by Trump as responses to Read More…
The Trump administration has temporarily halted the scheduling of new student visa interviews at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. Announced on May 27, 2025, the pause is part of a broader plan to intensify social media vetting for F, M, and J visa applicants—categories that cover most international students and exchange visitors. While already scheduled Read More…
Dubai: In a landmark announcement that signals the end of an iconic era, Dubai International Airport (DXB) — one of the world’s busiest and most recognized aviation hubs — is set to shut down by 2032. This bold move comes as the emirate prepares to shift all operations to the futuristic Al Maktoum International Airport, Read More…