Pakistan-based terror outfits ramp up social media activity, aiming to recruit in J&K

The USCIS has selected 120,141 H-1B visa applications for 2026, the lowest since 2021, attributed to factors like the annual cap and increased fees amid economic uncertainties. This has sparked debate among MAGA supporters, with figures like Laura Loomer expressing outrage over the approvals, arguing they displace American workers, while others, including Elon Musk and David Sacks, call for increased H-1B quotas to address talent shortages. Steve Bannon strongly opposes the selections, arguing for zero...

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Congress Criticizes BJP's Delegation Choices NEW DELHI: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the government for failing to include their proposed names in the all-party delegation addressing Pakistan-based terrorism, calling the move "dishonest." Ramesh detailed a letter from Rahul Gandhi proposing four names, which were disregarded in favor of a government-selected list that included Shashi Tharoor. The BJP responded by questioning Congress's selections, highlighting controversies surrounding some proposed members, while the delegations aim to raise awareness...

At least nine people were killed and four injured when a Russian drone struck a civilian bus in Ukraine's Sumy region, described by local authorities as a "cynical attack" on civilians. This incident occurred shortly after Russia and Ukraine held their first direct talks in nearly three years, which yielded a prisoner exchange agreement but no ceasefire, as Kyiv called for an "unconditional ceasefire" while Moscow dismissed the request. Ukraine's defense minister indicated that a...

The Trump administration is reportedly developing a plan to relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, with discussions involving Libyan leadership and potential unfreezing of US-held Libyan funds for compensation. However, a State Department spokesperson refuted these claims, stating the situation is unsuitable for such arrangements, while Hamas officials emphasized Palestinians' commitment to their homeland. Amidst this, Trump described Gaza as a "nasty place" that should be transformed into a "freedom zone,"...