Steve Nation

A US district court has temporarily protected 133 international students from deportation by reinstating their SEVIS records after sudden termination. The court's order prevents federal authorities from misusing the students' data and compels government agencies to comply. This action addresses alleged unlawful actions by immigration authorities, emphasizing the importance of adhering to legal procedures and preventing irreparable harm to students.

An IndiGo flight carrying Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was diverted to Jaipur due to congestion at Delhi airport, causing significant disruption. Abdullah expressed his frustration on social media, highlighting the operational chaos and leaving passengers stranded.

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed his legal team to draft the Rohith Vemula Act, aimed at curbing caste-based discrimination in educational institutions, following Rahul Gandhi's urging. Gandhi highlighted the systemic discrimination faced by marginalized communities, referencing the tragic deaths of students like Rohith Vemula. The Act seeks to prevent future instances of discrimination and promote equality in education.

Thousands protested in London and Edinburgh against a UK Supreme Court ruling defining "woman" as assigned female at birth. Activists fear the decision impacts trans rights and access to single-sex spaces. The ruling stemmed from a dispute between the Scottish government and For Women Scotland over interpreting the Equality Act.

The Congress party is escalating its opposition to the government in the National Herald case. Top leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, are denouncing the ED's chargesheet as a politically motivated "lie-sheet" targeting Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. The party plans nationwide press conferences starting Monday to protest the alleged vendetta.

Emboldened suppliers not only extract groundwater illegally and charge a bomb, but also blackmail housing societies if asked to comply with rules. Richer societies end up paying lakhs per month for water while poorer residents fight it out for a few buckets due to the shortage of civic supply. The same story is playing out in metros across the country

LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman believes work-life balance is incompatible with startup success, advocating for a relentless work ethic. He argues that those prioritizing balance are not fully committed to winning, emphasizing the intense demands of the startup environment. Hoffman points to the financial rewards reaped by early LinkedIn employees as justification for his demanding approach.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin defends his government's opposition to delimitation based on population census, arguing it penalizes states like Tamil Nadu that successfully implemented population control measures. He also criticizes the three-language policy, viewing it as Hindi imposition, and accuses the Governor of acting against the state's interests.

Lucknow Super Giants defeated Rajasthan Royals by two runs in a thrilling IPL 2025 match. Avesh Khan's superb final over sealed the victory for Lucknow. Rajasthan needed nine runs in the last over with six wickets remaining. Avesh Khan dismissed Shimron Hetmyer and kept his cool under pressure. David Miller dropped a crucial catch, adding to the drama.