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India and the US are prioritizing 'Make in India' in defense cooperation, following recent talks between external affairs minister S Jaishankar and US secretary of State Marco Rubio. Discussions also covered energy security, trade, and advancements in critical technologies like semiconductors and AI, underscoring a deepening strategic alliance.

Many Indian immigrants on employment and student visas rely on getting their green card while they’re still in the US. The new rule adds further uncertainty to the process.

Manali experienced severe traffic congestion late Saturday night due to a surge in tourist arrivals. Long vehicle queues formed across the hill town, leaving many commuters and tourists stranded for hours. The slow traffic movement, attributed to the weekend rush, caused significant inconvenience.

At least 24 Pakistani army personnel were killed and more than 100 injured after a suicide vehicle bomb targeted a military shuttle train in Quetta, Balochistan, on Sunday. The blast derailed a bogie, sparked a fire and damaged nearby homes and vehicles. The banned Baloch Liberation Army’s Majeed Brigade claimed responsibility, saying army personnel were the intended target.

Air India’s losses in 2025-26 at Rs 27,000 crore are the highest ever recorded in its 94-year-old history. In all, Air India has lost Rs 55,000 crore since Tatas took over the airline. Will these complicate final years of N Chandrasekaran’s tenure as Tata Sons chairman?

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sharply criticized New York City's public school spending, likening its inefficiencies to a poorly run business. He argued that substantial funds aren't reaching teachers, despite high per-student costs. Bezos also dismissed 'tax-the-rich' policies, advocating for identifying and solving root causes of economic struggles instead.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and external affairs minister S Jaishankar reaffirmed strong US-India strategic ties, highlighting cooperation in defence, trade, energy and technology. Rubio said US visa reforms were global, not India-specific, while condemning racist remarks against Indian Americans. Both leaders discussed energy security, Quad cooperation, trade negotiations, Iran tensions and India’s multi-alignment foreign policy approach.

Twisha Sharma's final rites are set for 5 PM in Bhopal, a decision made due to heat and medical concerns, her cousin stated. A second post-mortem is underway by AIIMS doctors following a High Court order. Her husband, Samarth Singh, arrested after absconding, is in police custody. The Supreme Court will hear the case Monday.