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EAM S. Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York today amid tensions over tariffs, Russian oil imports, and the Trump administration’s USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee for new petitions. Trade talks are also underway.

USCIS has confirmed that a one-time USD 100,000 fee applies to all new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. The fee, part of Trump’s visa reforms, excludes renewals and current holders while prioritising high-skilled, high-paid workers.

British PM Keir Starmer announced the UK’s recognition of Palestine, citing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and backing a two-state solution, despite US opposition. Canada, Australia, and Portugal also followed suit.

Leaders of the AU, EU, and UN reaffirmed support for multilateralism at a trilateral meeting, addressing peace in Africa, debt reforms, and climate commitments ahead of COP30, while pledging stronger cooperation.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost 19-21, 15-21 to World Champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae in the men’s doubles final of the China Masters 2025, marking back-to-back runner-up finishes for the Indian pair

Abhishek Sharma scored 74 and Shubman Gill 47 as India chased 172 to beat Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup Super Fours at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Tilak Varma finished unbeaten to guide India home

Abhigyan Kundu scored 87 not out and Vedant Trivedi 61 as India U19 chased 226 to defeat Australia U19 by seven wickets in the first Youth ODI at Ian Healy Oval. Henil Patel led the bowling attack

Pramod Bhagat won gold in Men’s Singles SL3, while Sukant Kadam and Krishna Nagar claimed silver at the China Para Badminton International 2025. The performances underline India’s growing presence and dominance on the global para badminton stage

India and Pakistan will clash in their last SAFF Under-17 Championship Group B match, both already in the semifinals. With equal points and goal difference, the game will decide the group leader. Coach Bibiano Fernandes urged India to stay focused

India will face Australia in their second Group A match of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Ardiya on Monday. Coach Reza Kordi said the team is improving and close to its first international win

India will host its biggest ever Para sporting event, the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, from September 27 to October 5. WPA chief Paul Fitzgerald hailed India’s rapid rise in Para sports and inclusivity efforts

The arbitrary and unreasonable hike in the visa fee to $1,00,000 would significantly impact the technology sector, which depends heavily on skilled workers from India and China

Lionel Messi scored a brace and assisted in another goal as Inter Miami defeated D.C. United 3-2 in a thrilling MLS encounter, with Tadeo Allende also contributing a goal

Saudi Arabia remains Pakistan's primary source of cheap foreign loans, offering 4% interest rates—significantly lower than Chinese or commercial borrowing. With over \$12 billion in deposits from Saudi Arabia, China, and UAE, Pakistan’s economic stability heavily relies on bilateral financial support

The Trump administration has clarified that the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new petitions and not to current holders or renewals. The move offers relief to thousands of Indian professionals in the US amid earlier confusion and panic.

US President Donald Trump warned Afghanistan to return the Bagram airbase to Washington, saying “bad things” would happen otherwise. The Taliban rejected his remarks, insisting Afghans never accept foreign military presence. Bagram was seized by the Taliban after America’s 2021 withdrawal.

The last solar eclipse of 2025, a partial eclipse, will occur on Sunday night but won’t be visible in India. Skywatchers in parts of Australia, Antarctica, the Pacific, and Atlantic will witness the event, which peaks at 1:11 a.m. IST.

After US President Donald Trump imposed a $100,000 annual fee on new H-1B visa applications, the Indian Embassy in Washington issued an emergency helpline for nationals. The MEA expressed concern over financial and humanitarian consequences of the move.

US President Donald Trump claimed he ended the India-Pakistan conflict through trade and asserted he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for stopping seven global wars. Speaking at a Washington event, Trump said trade diplomacy prevented nuclear escalation and fostered peace.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a commanding 21-17, 21-14 victory over Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, advancing to their second consecutive Men's Doubles Final at the China Masters

Smriti Mandhana's blistering 125 off 63 balls wasn't enough as Australia secured a 43-run win in the 3rd ODI, claiming the series 2-1 with a strong batting performance from Beth Mooney

Liverpool defeated Everton 2-1 in the Merseyside Derby, continuing their perfect start to the Premier League season. Arne Slot praised his squad's depth, which helped secure a crucial victory amidst competition pressure

Smriti Mandhana scored the second-fastest women’s ODI century off 50 balls in the third ODI against Australia, breaking Karen Rolton's record and setting the fastest by an Indian batter

Pakistan's team, demoralized by a loss to India, brings in Dr Raheel Karim, a motivational speaker, to help with the high-pressure rematch in the Super 4s stage of the Asia Cup