After Keerthy Vinukonda came to Canada from India, she commuted 20 hours a week to jobs that would get her work experience to allow her to become a permanent resident.

Trump’s vow to shrink the federal government appears to rely, at least in part, on top officials doing multiples jobs. These seven are doing double, triple or quadruple duty.

An individual using an outdated cellphone number belonging to the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee contacted at least one current and one former member of Congress purporting to be working on a projected related to Melania Trump.

As part of Trump’s tax-and-spend bill, Republicans extended the debt limit by $5 trillion, leaving some wondering if the policy of setting any limit is outdated.

The plan is being explained by new spending demands, including for military buildup, the newspaper notes Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN –The sixth international, and the 14th national congress on Biotechnology is scheduled to be convened in Tehran from October 22 to 24.

TEHRAN –Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Zahra Behrouz-Azar has paid a visit to Torbat-e-Jam settlement, northeastern Khorasan Razavi province, to oversee the process of returning undocumented Afghan nationals to their home country.

TEHRAN –The self-sacrifice of the aid workers will inspire the future generation who want to follow the same path and provide humanitarian assistance, officials with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) have said in a letter to the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).

Congress leader Salman Khurshid has differed with his party's stance on Bihar's voter list revision, emphasizing the importance of winning elections to make a difference. His remarks contrast with the Congress and RJD's criticism of the Election Commission, who allege manipulation by the BJP.

A preliminary report reveals a possible technical glitch in the AI-171 crash, with pilots questioning a sudden fuel cut-off. Simultaneously, the FAA had previously flagged potential fuel control switch issues in Boeing 787s. In other news, an Indian space mission cleared key tests, while a Bangladeshi woman was jailed for illegally entering India to meet her Instagram boyfriend.

Delhi has witnessed a significant decrease in overall crime during the first half of 2025, following the Bharatiya Janata Party's assumption of administration. There's an 8.38% reduction in registered cases compared to 2024, with serious offenses like robbery and kidnapping also declining. Notably, rape and POSCO cases have seen a 10% decrease, alongside a drop in street crimes and burglaries.

A preliminary report on the Air India AI171 crash that killed 260 people reveals both engines failed shortly after takeoff due to a fuel cutoff. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's report highlights a puzzling exchange between pilots and raises questions about technical malfunction or human error.

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has outlined the measures taken by the country at the global level to address the sand and dust storms (SDSs) over the past few years.

TEHRAN –Fears about the future—such as climate change, environmental degradation, wars, and pandemics—are impacting fertility decisions, leading some to have fewer children than desired.

TEHRAN – Iran is observing the national social security week, registered on the national calendar month, from July 10 to 16 across the country with the theme ‘transformation and development along with social partners’.

A 16-year-old girl bravely escaped a kidnapping attempt in Thane. The incident happened on July 9 in Bhiwandi. She was in an auto-rickshaw when the driver refused to stop near her school. The girl used a geometry compass to defend herself. She then jumped from the moving vehicle. She reached school safely and informed her mother.

Congress leader K C Venugopal has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for urgent intervention to save Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse facing execution in Yemen. He urged diplomatic efforts to negotiate with Yemeni authorities, highlighting challenges due to the ongoing civil war.

Heavy rains and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in 92 deaths and widespread destruction between June 20 and July 11. Mandi district is the most affected, with significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and livestock.

The Airline Pilots’ Association of India (ALPA) has voiced concerns over the AAIB's preliminary report on the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, suspecting bias towards pilot error and a lack of transparency. «The tone and direction of the investigation suggest a bias toward pilot error. We categorically reject this presumption and insist on a fair, fact-based inquiry,» ALPA India president Sam Thomas said in a statement.

«This was our initiative, which our Korean friends supported,» the Russian foreign minister said

«I hope we will continue to advance this project together with the forces of our Justice and Development Party, our alliance partner - the Nationalist Movement Party, and a delegation from the [pro-Kurdish] DEM party,» the Turkish president said

Nigeria’s foreign minister says his country has “enough problems” and can’t take in foreigners straight out of American prisons Read Full Article at RT.com

Pretoria’s health minister has stated that clear plans are in place to sustain vital treatment services Read Full Article at RT.com

A Senate defense сommittee has approved a draft bill that bars the Pentagon from halting arms shipments and intel sharing with Kiev Read Full Article at RT.com

German support for Ukraine’s military industry is stoking the conflict with Russia and hinders peace efforts, Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Mahas (HOL) — Hundreds of troops have arrived in Mahaas district, Hiiraan region, in recent hours as large-scale military operations intensify against the Al-Shabaab militant group.

The ministry of civil aviation has clarified that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's (AAIB) report on the Air India Flight 171 crash is preliminary. The investigation into the deadly crash of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad and claimed the lives of 240 people, is still ongoing.