ICC Confirms 12 Venues for 2027 ODI World Cup Across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia

Appoint Polar Ambassador, become full member of Arctic Council, suggests panel

PM Modi Backs Anti-Paper Leak Bill, Calls It Step Toward Stronger Exam System

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video on Instagram expressing support for the recently introduced anti-paper leak legislation. He stated that the bill is designed to make India's examination system more robust and trustworthy. The move comes amid growing public concern over repeated paper leak incidents affecting competitive exams across the country. Modi used the social media platform to directly communicate his endorsement of the legislation to citizens.

Indian-Origin US Lawyer Faces Rs 4 Crore Fine Over Fraudulent Asylum Claims

Suraj Raj Singh, an Indian-origin immigration lawyer practicing across the United States, is facing a fine exceeding Rs 4 crore. The penalty is linked to allegations of filing fraudulent asylum claims on behalf of his clients. Singh has primarily handled immigration cases for individuals of Indian origin. The case highlights growing scrutiny of immigration legal practitioners in the US over dishonest asylum filings.

Assam Floods Kill 78, Displace Over 6 Lakh as Satellite Maps Show Scale

Severe flooding has struck multiple districts across Assam during the ongoing monsoon season. The disaster has affected more than 600,000 people, disrupting lives across villages and agricultural lands. At least 78 deaths have been recorded as a result of the floods. Satellite imagery has been used to reveal the true extent of the inundation across the state.