Who is Bhanu Tatak and why did immigration block her travel to Ireland?

Anti-dam activist Bhanu Tatak was stopped at Delhi airport due to a lookout circular linked to pending police cases in Arunachal Pradesh. These cases involve alleged criminal trespass in 2021 and financing vandalism in 2022, claims she denies, alleging harassment for her opposition to hydropower projects. The incident has sparked political controversy, with accusations of silencing dissent.

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Internet services faced disruptions across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East due to damaged undersea cables in the Red Sea. Experts suspect commercial shipping activity, specifically dragging anchors, as the likely cause. The incident affected connectivity in at least 10 countries, highlighting the vulnerability of critical global communication infrastructure in a congested and strategic waterway.

Red sea undersea cables cut: What damaged submarine cables & impacted internet?

Internet services faced disruptions across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East due to damaged undersea cables in the Red Sea. Experts suspect commercial shipping activity, specifically dragging anchors, as the likely cause. The incident affected connectivity in at least 10 countries, highlighting the vulnerability of critical global communication infrastructure in a congested and strategic waterway.

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ITR filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department has extended the ITR filing deadline for AY 2025-26 to September 15, 2025, for non-audit taxpayers. This extension, from the usual July 31st, accommodates changes in ITR forms. Taxpayers are advised to file before the deadline to avoid penalties, including late fees up to Rs 5,000 and a 1% monthly interest on outstanding taxes.

ITR filing FY25: What is the deadline & will it be extended? Know penalty for late filing

ITR filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department has extended the ITR filing deadline for AY 2025-26 to September 15, 2025, for non-audit taxpayers. This extension, from the usual July 31st, accommodates changes in ITR forms. Taxpayers are advised to file before the deadline to avoid penalties, including late fees up to Rs 5,000 and a 1% monthly interest on outstanding taxes.

Unrest in Nepal: Mob attacks ministers, vandalises Parliament - top videos of chaos

A false rumor spread online claiming Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott is the uncle of Lincoln Feltwell, the boy involved in the "Phillies Karen" incident. This claim, which surfaced after a Phillies game in August 2024, included a fabricated quote attributed to Elliott. However, no evidence supports any connection between Elliott and the Feltwell family.

Jake Elliott vs Phillies Karen: Viral rumor sparks fake family drama; Eagles kicker reacts

A false rumor spread online claiming Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott is the uncle of Lincoln Feltwell, the boy involved in the "Phillies Karen" incident. This claim, which surfaced after a Phillies game in August 2024, included a fabricated quote attributed to Elliott. However, no evidence supports any connection between Elliott and the Feltwell family.

The US has halted EB-1 green card issuances until October 1, 2025, after reaching the annual cap for fiscal year 2025. This follows a similar freeze in the EB-2 category. Indian applicants face continued delays, with the EB-1 final action date stuck at February 15, 2022. No EB-1 or EB-2 approvals will be made until the new fiscal year begins. Adjustment of status applications may still be filed if priority dates remain current.

US halts EB-1 till Oct 2025; EB-2 stays frozen: What Indian applicants must know

The US has halted EB-1 green card issuances until October 1, 2025, after reaching the annual cap for fiscal year 2025. This follows a similar freeze in the EB-2 category. Indian applicants face continued delays, with the EB-1 final action date stuck at February 15, 2022. No EB-1 or EB-2 approvals will be made until the new fiscal year begins. Adjustment of status applications may still be filed if priority dates remain current.

Nepal protests: Mob attacks ministers, vandalises Parliament - top videos of chaos

The US has halted EB-1 green card issuances until October 1, 2025, after reaching the annual cap for fiscal year 2025. This follows a similar freeze in the EB-2 category. Indian applicants face continued delays, with the EB-1 final action date stuck at February 15, 2022. No EB-1 or EB-2 approvals will be made until the new fiscal year begins. Adjustment of status applications may still be filed if priority dates remain current.

SHL: US freezes EB-1 green cards until October 2025 after EB-2 halt

The US has halted EB-1 green card issuances until October 1, 2025, after reaching the annual cap for fiscal year 2025. This follows a similar freeze in the EB-2 category. Indian applicants face continued delays, with the EB-1 final action date stuck at February 15, 2022. No EB-1 or EB-2 approvals will be made until the new fiscal year begins. Adjustment of status applications may still be filed if priority dates remain current.

Tragedy struck the Siachen sector in Ladakh as an avalanche claimed the lives of three Indian Army personnel at a base camp. Siachen, notorious for its extreme weather and high altitude of over 18,000 feet, presents formidable challenges for military deployments.

Avalanche strikes Siachen base camp in Ladakh; 3 soldiers killed

Tragedy struck the Siachen sector in Ladakh as an avalanche claimed the lives of three Indian Army personnel at a base camp. Siachen, notorious for its extreme weather and high altitude of over 18,000 feet, presents formidable challenges for military deployments.

Nepal protests: Mob attacks ministers, vandalises Parliament - top 10 videos of chaos

US Strategic Metals has signed a $500 million investment deal with Pakistan to develop its mineral sector, focusing on critical minerals. This agreement, along with another with Mota-Engil Group, aims to boost mineral processing and large-scale mining projects in Pakistan. The US embassy hailed the deal as a sign of strengthened US-Pakistan relations.

US firm signs $500 mn deal with Pakistan; eyes gold, antimony, rare earth and more

US Strategic Metals has signed a $500 million investment deal with Pakistan to develop its mineral sector, focusing on critical minerals. This agreement, along with another with Mota-Engil Group, aims to boost mineral processing and large-scale mining projects in Pakistan. The US embassy hailed the deal as a sign of strengthened US-Pakistan relations.

Asia Cup is back, with India starting its title defence against UAE. An opening ceremony is unlikely. India face Pakistan on Sunday. Shubman Gill returns, creating competition. Jasprit Bumrah leads the bowling attack. The tournament serves as preparation for the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup. All eyes are on the marquee clash between India and Pakistan.

Asia Cup opening ceremony: Is it happening?

Asia Cup is back, with India starting its title defence against UAE. An opening ceremony is unlikely. India face Pakistan on Sunday. Shubman Gill returns, creating competition. Jasprit Bumrah leads the bowling attack. The tournament serves as preparation for the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup. All eyes are on the marquee clash between India and Pakistan.

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Chaos in Nepal: MEA issues advisory; helpline numbers released - key points

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