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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

Russia launched a large missile and drone attack on Ukraine, killing three and injuring dozens. Zelenskyy called the strikes deliberate civilian intimidation. Estonia accused Russia of airspace violation, while Zelenskyy prepares for key UN meetings, including one with Donald Trump

Mauritius IT Minister Dr Avinash Ramtohul praised India's C-DOT lab for its disaster alert and telecom innovations, urging stronger bilateral collaboration in emergency communication, cybersecurity, and next-gen network technologies.

US tech firms like Microsoft have urged H-1B and H-4 visa holders abroad to return before the September 21 deadline when the $100,000 annual fee takes effect. The rule could increase costs and impact Indian professionals in US tech companies.

A telecommunications outage in Dallas caused massive flight disruptions, delaying over 1,800 flights and cancelling hundreds at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field. American Airlines and Southwest Airlines were heavily impacted, with delays spreading nationwide.

US President Donald Trump has imposed a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, in a move set to hit Indian tech professionals and global firms. The order also limits renewals and introduces a million-dollar “gold card” visa option.

The Indian bowling attack without Bumrah and Varun, didn't look exceptional but just about kept Oman at bay during the final overs, restricting them to 167 for 4 in 20 overs in the 21-run victory

The former world No.1 Indian duo, produced a clinical performance to outclass Chinese pair of Ren Xiang Yu and Xie Haonan 21-14 21-14 in the quarterfinals

Becomes first Indian woman wrestler after Vinesh Phogat to win multiple medals in the Senior World Wrestling Championships

The doubles pair outclass Nicolas Mejia (USA) & Abdullah Shelbayh of Jordan in straight sets 6-4, 6-3 in the quarterfinal

Mohammed Nizamuddin, a 30-year-old software professional from Telangana, was allegedly shot dead by US police during a domestic dispute. Before his death, he posted about facing racial discrimination and harassment. His family seeks government help to repatriate his body

With NATO membership unlikely, Ukraine is expanding its domestic arms industry, producing advanced drones and armored vehicles to defend against Russia. Western allies are investing billions, aiming to both support Ukraine and benefit from its battle-tested, cost-effective military innovations

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva nominated US Treasury official Daniel Katz as first deputy managing director, pending board approval. He would succeed Gita Gopinath, who returned to Harvard after leaving the IMF.

The US Justice Department has asked the Supreme Court to uphold President Trump’s removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, sparking a legal battle over Fed independence as Cook challenges the decision.