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President Donald Trump ordered the destruction of a Venezuelan vessel allegedly carrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing 11 people. Senator Marco Rubio hailed it as a crackdown on cartels, but legal experts questioned its legitimacy under international law.
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The White House confirmed plans to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, reviving its historic title. President Trump cited a shift toward offensive military priorities and symbolic ties to past U.S. victories as reasons for the change
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The US Department of Justice, led by Harmeet Dhillon, is investigating unfair hiring practices under the H-1B visa program, following concerns that US citizens are overlooked in favor of foreign workers. The DoJ urges tips on its hotline for ongoing investigations
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India Post will suspend dispatch of parcels to the US from August 25 after Washington withdrew duty-free exemption on goods up to $800. Families in Hyderabad, especially students abroad, face disruption, while private courier firms await clarity on the impact
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A 25-year-old woman from Jagtial died by suicide after her US higher education plans failed due to a visa rejection. She later proposed studying in Germany, but her father refused. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation
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Hyderabad’s Malavika Anand will perform at Mahasabha-2025 in Virginia, USA, hosted by the Global Munnurkapu Association. The AIR-graded singer has over 650 concerts to her credit and has performed at Mysore Palace and the World Telugu Conference.
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The 2025 EducationUSA University Fair in Hyderabad connected students with over 30 US institutions, offering insights into admissions, scholarships, and student visas. Officials emphasized compliance and EducationUSA’s free advisory support
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North Korea’s defence minister warned Pyongyang would exercise its “self-defence” right if provoked during upcoming US–South Korea military drills. He called the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise a “direct provocation” and “real threat” to stability on the Korean Peninsula.
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Maduranagar police booked a consultancy manager for allegedly cheating a Moosapet woman of Rs 7.1 lakh by promising her an H-1B visa. The victim found the office shut on July 30 and lodged a complaint. Police are tracing the accused.
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EducationUSA will host eight education fairs across India from August 9–17, connecting Indian students with over 50 US universities. The Hyderabad event is on August 11. Experts will offer guidance on studying in the US, scholarships, and visa rules
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The US is launching a visa bond pilot program that could require some business or tourist visa applicants to pay up to $15,000 as a bond. This move aims to curb overstays and includes tighter screening of student visa applicants.
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Mohammad Iqbal Shareef from Kagaznagar scored 98.5% in his master’s degree from Western Global University, USA, ranking among the top three students from 26 countries. He studied Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management and hails from a civic leader’s family
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Visit the EducationUSA US University Fair in Hyderabad on August 11 to meet US college representatives, ask questions, explore scholarships, and understand the admissions process. Whether you're in Class 11 or applying soon, it's a smart step forward
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As Europe rethinks its security, China stakes a global claim, and the US turns unpredictable, the cinders of the post–World War II order smoulder. What will crystallise remains unclear, but the birth pangs of a new global order are already visible
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A team from India’s Commerce Ministry is set to visit Washington for trade negotiations with the US. Talks aim to resolve tariff disputes on key sectors like dairy, autos, and steel as both nations work toward a bilateral trade pact
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A family of four from Hyderabad was killed in a tragic car crash in Dallas after a wrong-lane collision caused their vehicle to catch fire. DNA tests are being conducted to confirm identities before repatriating the remains to India for final rites.
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Victims, travelling from Atlanta to Dallas, charred to death when their car was reportedly hit head-on by a mini-truck in Greene County
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US-based Kuchipudi dancer Ananya Parsa marked her Arangetram at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad, after eight years of rigorous training. Her performance earned praise from renowned dancer Sandhya Raju, who hailed Ananya as a torch-bearer of the classical dance tradition
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After a successful silver jubilee event in Dallas, BRS is preparing for global 25th anniversary celebrations. Events are planned in the UK, Australia, South Africa, and Gulf countries, with official dates to be finalised after consultations with KT Rama Rao