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A 13-year-old Afghan boy survived a wheel-well journey from Kabul to Delhi. Discovered by airport staff, he was repatriated safely the same day, highlighting risks for children in conflict zones.

WHO and EMA reject Donald Trump’s claims linking paracetamol and vaccines to autism, stressing the importance of following evidence-based medical guidance.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary Marco Rubio in New York to discuss trade, H-1B visas, and India-US bilateral ties amid tariff tensions.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticised Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it a surprise move and stressing the need to keep the US attractive for talent.

China launches a new K visa for young sci-tech professionals from October 1, offering flexible entry, as US raises H-1B visa fees to USD 100,000.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a first-in-the-nation bill banning law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, from wearing masks in public.

A global summit in New York, hosted by France and Saudi Arabia, saw rising support for recognising Palestine as momentum for the two-state solution gained traction despite Israel’s opposition.

A Pakistani court charged Umar Hayat with the murder of 17-year-old TikTok influencer Sana Yousuf, who was shot outside her home after rejecting his proposals.

The Trump administration is set to warn against Tylenol use in early pregnancy, citing autism risk, while also hinting at a new “miracle drug.”

At least 30 people were killed in Pakistan Air Force air strikes on Tirah Valley, Waziristan. Reports suggest JF-17 jets bombed a village without warning.

At Charlie Kirk’s Arizona memorial, widow Erika Kirk said she forgives the accused killer, even as political leaders clashed over blame for the conservative leader’s death.

King Charles III visits 116-year-old Ethel Caterham in Surrey, celebrating her life as the world’s oldest living person and a witness to over a century of history.

China’s new K visa, effective from October 1, aims to attract young STEM professionals, offering a streamlined application process and greater flexibility compared to traditional work visas.

Goldman Sachs advises H-1B visa employees to stay cautious amid new U.S. policy and $100,000 sponsorship fee, citing uncertainty for workers and families.

Elon Musk’s past tweets on H-1B visas resurface after Trump’s $100k fee hike, highlighting his shifting stance between support and calls for reform.

Trump warns Afghanistan over Bagram Air Base, demanding its return to the U.S., while Afghan officials oppose renewed American military presence.

White House clarified that Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants, not renewals or current holders, easing confusion among workers.

Microsoft, Amazon, and JP Morgan ask H-1B and H-4 visa holders to stay in the US after Trump imposes USD 100,000 annual visa fee.

Pakistan may extend its nuclear umbrella to Saudi Arabia under a new defence pact, prompting India to reassess its security posture and regional strategy.

Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot Grok has reached 64 million monthly users, signalling rapid growth but still trailing far behind ChatGPT and Google Gemini.