US Pauses Visas for 75 Countries Over Welfare Fears
The US State Department suspends visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges from entering America. The indefinite pause starts January 21.
The US State Department suspends visa processing for 75 countries to prevent applicants likely to become public charges from entering America. The indefinite pause starts January 21.
The Trump administration terminates Temporary Protected Status for Somali nationals, requiring approximately 2,500 people to leave the United States by mid-March 2025.
China pledges strong support for Somalia's sovereignty after Israel recognizes Somaliland, deepening ties with Mogadishu and posing a new diplomatic challenge. Read the full analysis.
Somalia's defence minister alleges Israel plans to forcibly relocate Palestinians to Somaliland, calling it a violation of international law. Israel and Somaliland deny the claims.
Somalia's Defence Minister alleges Israel is planning to relocate Palestinians to Somaliland. Read the explosive claims and the regional implications.
Staff at University of Peshawar demand federal takeover as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government fails to pay salaries and pensions for months. Read about the escalating crisis.
The OIC Foreign Ministers' Council strongly condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it a blatant violation of international law and a threat to Somalia's sovereignty.
A 1960 scientific paper predicted doomsday on Nov 13, 2026 due to overpopulation. Explore the math, why it hasn't happened, and how billionaires are preparing.
Dozens fall ill in Greater Noida's Gaur City due to contaminated tap water. Authorities launch probe as residents demand accountability and safe supply. Read more.
At least 24 Venezuelan security personnel died in the US operation capturing Nicolás Maduro. The raid triggers regional instability, refugee fears in Colombia, and global political reactions.
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Somaliland, confirming plans to open an embassy. The move, recognising Somaliland's sovereignty, has triggered strong condemnation from Somalia and the African Union. Read the full story.
Somalia's crisis is not sudden but a result of decades of conflict, weak governance, and climate shocks. Explore the deep-rooted history from Siad Barre's rule to the rise of Al-Shabaab and the ongoing struggle for stability.
Ahmedabad faces a severe water contamination crisis with over 3 lakh complaints and 44,000+ waterborne disease cases. Opposition warns of an epidemic risk due to ageing pipelines. Read more.
India expresses deep concern over Venezuela's political crisis, urges all parties to return to dialogue. Official statement highlights support for peaceful resolution.
Indore reels as contaminated water claims 10 lives. Engineers expand probe beyond initial toilet leak theory, inspecting 1000 sewer chambers and 105 tankers. Read the latest.
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura mourn as contaminated water leads to deaths. Officials downplay the crisis, but locals demand truth and action. Read the full story.
Madhya Pradesh government sacks IMC chairman, suspends officials after contaminated water kills 10 in Indore. Over 200 hospitalised. New directives issued for water safety.
Pakistani traders and businesses foresee a severe economic crisis in 2025, citing soaring inflation, high taxes, and crippling energy costs. Can the government intervene?
Conflicting claims over deaths from contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura. CM says 4, Mayor says 7, residents claim 13. Officials cite pipeline leakage as cause. Details inside.
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
Three dead, over 40 hospitalized in Indore due to contaminated water. Municipal official sacked. Details on the crisis in India's cleanest city and the official response.
Mohali's urban infrastructure collapses in 2025. Parking disputes turn violent, city bus service remains on paper, and garbage crisis deepens. Read about the planning failures crippling the city.
Somalia's ambassador publicly rebuked Israel at the UN Security Council, condemning its recognition of Somaliland and actions in Gaza. Read the full diplomatic showdown details.
Protests erupt across Iran as citizens face severe economic hardship, soaring food prices, and water shortages. Authorities respond with internet restrictions. Read the full story.
The US defended Israel's right to recognise Somaliland at a tense UN Security Council meeting, drawing parallels with Palestinian state recognition. Read the full diplomatic clash.
Daily life in Kabul grinds to a halt as severe traffic congestion and a critical shortage of public buses cripple the city. Commuters face hours-long delays and soaring costs. Read more.
The Arab League will hold an emergency session to reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland. The move, seen as a violation of Somali sovereignty, has sparked regional condemnation. Read the full story.
Former US President Donald Trump opposes recognizing Somaliland, contradicting ally Netanyahu's historic move. Global backlash grows as Somalia, AU, EU, and others condemn Israel's decision. Read the full analysis.
Israel's recognition of Somaliland sparks fierce backlash from Hamas, Qatar, and China, raising fears of regional instability in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea.
Somalia strongly condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it an act of aggression. Full analysis of the diplomatic crisis and its regional implications.