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Animal rescue groups in Dubai report a surge in abandoned pets as residents leave the Middle East amid rising tensions and missile threats. Shelters are overwhelmed with dogs, cats and other animals left behind as owners struggle with costly relocation and complex travel procedures

Airlines have begun resuming limited operations from Dubai and other Gulf cities after five days of disruption triggered by regional tensions. While some repatriation flights have restarted, major carriers and airports continue to face restrictions and suspended services.

Amid escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions, Indian airlines including IndiGo and Air India will operate 58 repatriation flights from Gulf cities such as Dubai. Authorities urged passengers to await airline confirmation as regional airspace remains partially restricted

Air India repatriated 149 passengers from Dubai amid Middle East tensions on flight AI916D, marking the first special operation by an Indian airline. Earlier, 143 crew members returned safely on flight AI918D

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.

A Telangana man from a Dalit community has been jailed in the UAE for illegal stay and is struggling to prove his Indian nationality due to lack of documents. His family has approached authorities seeking help to bring him home.

Iran faces renewed unrest and rising anxiety after the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, fueling fears in Tehran that similar action could target Iran’s leadership amid protests, regional tensions with Israel, and heightened rhetoric from US and allied politicians

Sameer Minhas smashed 172 off 113 balls to power Pakistan to a 191-run win over India in the U19 Asia Cup final at Dubai. India, unbeaten until then, suffered its heaviest Youth ODI defeat as Pakistan lifted the trophy

India will clash with Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in Dubai, aiming for a record 12th title. Ayush Mhatre’s team has dominated with strong batting and bowling, while Pakistan rely on their pace attack led by Abdul Subhan

India defeated Pakistan by 90 runs in their U19 Asia Cup Group A match in Dubai. Aaron George scored 85, while Kanishk Chouhan and Deepesh Devendran took three wickets each. Pakistan managed 150, with Huzaifa Ahsan top-scoring with 70

India slipped to sixth in the World Test Championship standings after New Zealand’s nine-wicket win over West Indies in Wellington. The Kiwis climbed to third, while Australia and South Africa remain top. India’s next WTC assignment is against Sri Lanka in August

Mittapalli Rithvika continued her strong run, winning a silver in the 50m breaststroke and a bronze in the 100m breaststroke at the 28th Speedo Invitational Short Course Championship in Dubai. Telangana Swimming Association officials lauded her impressive international showing.

Three athletes from Telangana — B Akira Nandan, G Shirisha and Srinikesh — have been selected to represent India in the Para Youth Asian Games starting tomorrow in Dubai. The announcement was made by G Prasanth, president of Para Sports Association of Telangana

RGI Airport witnessed a surge in bomb threat emails over four days, affecting multiple international and domestic flights. Several flights were diverted or returned as a precaution. Security agencies intensified checks, and police have registered cases and launched an investigation into the anonymous emails

Indian Umrah pilgrims often lack awareness about claiming accidental death insurance due to gaps among Indian tour operators. The mandatory Umrah insurance covers medical emergencies, accidental death, and repatriation, but families sometimes struggle to access benefits after tragic incidents abroad

A Kerala software employee was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly misbehaving with an air-hostess on a Dubai–Hyderabad flight. Reportedly intoxicated, he touched her inappropriately and left an obscene note. Police booked him under BNS Sections 74, 75 and other provisions; he was remanded

A high-level Indian delegation led by Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abul Nazeer reached Madinah to supervise relief efforts after 45 Telangana pilgrims died in a road accident in Saudi Arabia. Relatives provided DNA samples as identification and repatriation processes gained pace.

Indian officials are working with Saudi authorities to identify Telangana pilgrims who died in a bus accident near Madinah. With bodies charred beyond recognition, DNA tests are required. Over 40 pilgrims died, while one Hyderabad native survived and is under treatment

AP CM Chandrababu Naidu reviews heavy rainfall situation from Dubai, directing NDRF and SDRF deployment, coordinated action among departments, and evacuation of low-lying areas. IMD issues red alert, flash floods likely, and fishermen advised to avoid venturing into the sea.

The AKV (Andhra Kala Vedika) elections in Qatar saw a clean sweep by the panel backed by Gottipati Ramanaih, which secured 73 per cent votes. The highly charged contest among Telugu NRIs is seen as a prelude to the upcoming TKS elections.