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Congress Demands Google and Apple Remove Apps Tracking Immigration Officers Over Safety Concerns
Dec 06, 2025 05:30 am CST
The House Committee on Homeland Security has requested Google and Apple detail their efforts to remove mobile apps like ICEBlock that track federal immigration officers, citing serious safety concerns for DHS personnel. Both companies previously removed such apps, which had gained over a million users before being pulled for policy violations that could potentially harm individuals performing official duties.
Supreme Court to Decide Constitutionality of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order in Landmark Case
Dec 06, 2025 03:27 am CST
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review President Donald Trump's controversial executive order on birthright citizenship that would deny automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to parents without legal status. The case, scheduled for spring arguments with a decision expected by early summer, challenges a 125-year interpretation of the 14th Amendment and represents the first Trump immigration policy to reach the Court for a definitive ruling.
UK Deports 171 Illegal Delivery Riders Including Indians in Nationwide Immigration Enforcement Operation
Dec 06, 2025 02:21 am CST
The UK government has detained 171 delivery riders, including Indian nationals, for working illegally during a seven-day nationwide crackdown called 'Operation Equalise'. This enforcement action is part of Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's reforms to tackle illegal migration, with new legislation expanding work permit checks in the gig economy and imposing stricter penalties on employers, including prison terms and substantial fines.
Andhra Pradesh Man Missing in Mali: 26-Year-Old Borewell Operator Allegedly Kidnapped by Rebels While Working Abroad
Dec 06, 2025 02:16 am CST
A 26-year-old borewell operator from India's Sri Satya Sai district has been reported missing in Mali for over 10 days. K Ramachandran was allegedly kidnapped along with nine others by rebels while returning from work. His family was informed of the abduction on November 23, but no demands have been made by the captors yet. Authorities are investigating the case as local police confirm many workers from the region travel to African countries for similar employment opportunities.
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's London Medical Treatment Delayed Due to Technical Issues and Health Concerns
Dec 06, 2025 02:07 am CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia's planned medical evacuation to London has been postponed due to technical issues with the Qatar Royal air ambulance and a decline in her health condition. The 80-year-old BNP chairperson, who suffers from multiple ailments including cardiac issues and liver cirrhosis, remains under intensive care in Dhaka's Evercare Hospital as doctors evaluate her fitness to travel.
India Emerges as Critical Partner in Trump's New National Security Strategy: Deepening Economic and Defense Ties
Dec 06, 2025 02:05 am CST
The Trump Administration's new National Security Strategy positions India as a vital strategic partner, emphasizing enhanced cooperation across economic, technological, and defense sectors. The strategy highlights the Indo-Pacific region's economic significance and encourages India's active role in regional security through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue with Australia, Japan, and the US, signaling a pragmatic approach to international partnerships based on shared interests rather than ideological alignment.
Pakistan Army and Imran Khan Exchange "Mentally Ill" Accusations in Escalating Political Conflict
Dec 06, 2025 01:36 am CST
Pakistan's military and imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan have escalated their conflict with mutual accusations of mental instability. After Khan called Army Chief General Asim Munir "mentally unstable" on social media, military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry responded by labeling Khan "mentally ill" and a "narcissist" who uses prison visits to attack the armed forces. This confrontation highlights the deepening tensions between Pakistan's military establishment and Khan's political movement following his 2022 ousting from power.
UK Universities Suspend Admissions from Pakistan and Bangladesh Due to Rising Visa Misuse Concerns
Dec 06, 2025 12:38 am CST
Multiple British universities have implemented admission restrictions for Pakistani and Bangladeshi students following concerns about visa abuse and asylum claims. At least nine UK institutions have suspended recruitment from these countries after the government tightened visa compliance thresholds, requiring universities to maintain visa refusal rates below 5% while Pakistan and Bangladesh currently face rejection rates of 18% and 22% respectively.
India-Russia 23rd Annual Summit: $100 Billion Trade Target and Defense Co-Production Agreement Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Dec 06, 2025 12:23 am CST
The 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit between PM Modi and President Putin established a comprehensive 2030 roadmap focusing on a $100 billion bilateral trade target, defense co-production initiatives, and enhanced cooperation in energy, nuclear, and space sectors. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a multipolar world order while addressing regional security challenges and expanding cultural exchanges.
PM Modi's Cultural Diplomacy: Traditional Indian Gifts Presented to President Putin Symbolizing Bilateral Ties
Dec 06, 2025 12:12 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented President Vladimir Putin with a collection of culturally significant Indian gifts including Assam black tea, a Russian edition of the Bhagavad Gita, Kashmiri saffron, a handcrafted silver horse, and an ornate Murshidabad tea set. These thoughtfully selected items represent India's rich heritage while symbolizing the enduring friendship between India and Russia.