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Qatar evacuated 147 horses via special flights amid Gulf tensions, demonstrating its commitment to the welfare of Arabian horses, a cornerstone of the nation’s equestrian heritage. Hyderabad’s Aizah Mir also won silver at an international equestrian event in Qatar.

Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi lost Illinois’ Senate primary to Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, conceding after trailing in vote counts. Backed by party establishment, Stratton is favoured for general election victory, ending Krishnamoorthi’s bid to become a second Indian American US Senator

Two Indians were killed and eleven people injured in a bombing incident in Sohar city near Muscat. The Ministry of External Affairs said ten of the injured are Indians with non-lethal injuries and are undergoing treatment at a local hospital.

India said it is closely monitoring the evolving security situation in West Asia and has facilitated the return of more than 52,000 citizens following the partial reopening of airspace, while advising Indians in the region to follow local guidelines

SpiceJet will operate eight special flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi to evacuate passengers stranded amid Middle East tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, as regional airspace disruptions continue affecting flight operations

The Ministry of External Affairs has set up a control room to assist Indians amid the West Asia crisis, following US strikes that killed Ali Khamenei. India is monitoring developments to safeguard citizens in the Gulf

The CBSE has postponed the Class 10 and 12 board exams scheduled for March 2, 2026, across Gulf countries and Iran due to prevailing circumstances. A circular issued to schools confirmed the deferment in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.

A Telugu couple from Rajahmundry was allegedly killed by their teenage son in Riyadh on Thursday. The Class 12 student later died by suicide. The family had been living in Saudi Arabia for several years.

A 57-year-old Sikh man, Avtar Singh, was found dead in California days after being kidnapped in Tracy. Authorities said he was not the intended target. Investigation continues as community members mourn the longtime temple volunteer and head cook

The US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, ruling that only Congress can impose taxes. Former Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal led the challenge, calling the verdict a major victory for constitutional separation of powers

UAE leaders have pardoned 4,700 prisoners across various emirates to mark the holy month of Ramzan, a tradition observed in Gulf countries during significant Islamic occasions. The UAE President also pledged to settle financial obligations linked to the sentences.

Physician-economist Jay Bhattacharya, currently leading the National Institutes of Health, has been appointed acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention amid leadership instability under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr

BRS supporters abroad marked the 72nd birthday of party president and former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao with cake-cutting ceremonies and service activities. Programmes were organised in the UK, Kuwait, USA and Bahrain by NRI BRS units.

A 22-year-old Indian student from Karnataka, pursuing a master’s degree at UC Berkeley, was found dead in California six days after going missing, with the Indian Consulate assuring assistance to his family.

Indians continue to be the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, accounting for nearly 20 percent of the total population and over one-third of the workforce. The Indian population grew to over one million last year, according to official data.

US Senator Mark Warner has warned that uncertainty and hostile rhetoric around the H-1B visa programme could damage India–US relations, unsettle skilled professionals, and erode trust at a crucial moment in bilateral ties

Indian expatriates across Saudi Arabia celebrated the 77th Republic Day with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour. Flag hoisting ceremonies, cultural programmes and readings of the President’s address were organised at Indian missions and schools in several cities

Five US states have proclaimed January 26, 2026, as India’s Republic Day, recognising the adoption of India’s Constitution, shared democratic values and the growing contributions of the Indian and Indian American community to cultural and economic life.

Four adults of Indian origin, including an Indian national, were killed in a domestic shooting in Georgia. The suspect was arrested, children escaped unharmed, and the Indian Consulate in Atlanta assured full assistance to the bereaved family.

The Telugu expatriate community in Riyadh celebrated Sankranti with grandeur under the banner of the Telugu Association of Saudi Arabia (TASA). The event featured traditional dances, rangoli competitions, Haridasu devotional songs and Gangireddulu performances, recreating the spirit of rural Sankranti.

India asked its nationals to leave Iran by available means as anti-government protests intensified and the security situation deteriorated. New Delhi has also strongly advised Indians to avoid travelling to the country until further notice

A US federal court ordered immigration authorities to facilitate the return of an Indian national deported in violation of a court stay, ruling the removal unlawful and a breach of due process and judicial authority.

The Telugu NRI community in Bahrain marked the beginning of 2026 with the Sri Satyanarayana Vratham, a revered Hindu ritual dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The ceremony served as both a thanksgiving for 2025 and a prayer for prosperity and forgiveness in the year ahead, with prasadam distributed to all attendees.

The BRS NRI unit in Australia has invited party working president K.T. Rama Rao to its silver jubilee celebrations in Melbourne. Rama Rao responded positively and is expected to visit Australia, strengthening the party’s engagement with the Telugu diaspora.