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‘We are watching…’: MEA says India monitoring Iran protests, advises nationals ‘not to venture out’

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, speaking at a press conference, said India is closely monitoring the situation in Iran amid protests and is also continuing engagement with Germany over the Ariha Shah foster care case Go to Source Read More

5 things about IIT Madras and its Germany link

IIT Madras shares deep historical ties with Germany rooted since 1956 following the visit of then Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to Germany. It further escalated to the Indo-German agreement in 1959 that shaped its founding. Read More

From presidency to Nobel, Trump chases what Obama got but will he do with Iran what ex-Potus didn’t?

Trump has repeatedly drawn comparisons with Barack Obama, from occupying the Oval Office to seeking the Nobel Peace Prize. Read More

Donald Trump takes on the Fed: Why Jerome Powell is now facing a criminal threat

An unprecedented Justice Department probe into America’s most powerful central banker has shaken the dollar, unnerved markets, and triggered global fears Go to Source Read More

Indians seeking Australia’s student visas to face ‘highest security risk’ scrutiny: Report

Out-of-cycle re-rating under Australia’s student visa framework will mean stricter scrutiny and longer processing times for Indian applicants Go to Source Read More

Planning a Bali vacation in 2026? New Proof-of-Funds rule explained for travellers

Bali travel rules are expected to tighten soon. Travellers may face new entry checks as the island pivots towards ‘quality tourism. Read More

Hungary grants asylum to former Polish Minister facing criminal charges

Hungary granted asylum to former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces multiple criminal charges at home, including abuse of power and misuse of funds for spyware purchases. Read More

China uses mineral dominance to squeeze Japan after Taiwan remarks

The dispute between two Asian neighbors began in November when Takaichi made comments that suggested Japan could deploy its military if China uses force to try and seize Taiwan Go to Source Read More