More than 52,000 Indians returned from Gulf countries between March 1 and March 7, 2026, signalling a significant movement of people within a short span. The development has drawn attention to evolving migration trends and the changing circumstances of Indian workers in the region. The Gulf continues to be one of the largest overseas destinations for Indian workers and professionals. A return of this scale within a week highlights the impact of shifting economic conditions, job unce

India’s new Income-tax Act, 2025, effective from April 1, 2026, introduces several updates, but for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), many core rules remain unchanged. The framework continues to maintain the fundamental conditions used to determine an individual’s residential status. Under the updated law, an individual is still considered a tax resident if they stay in India for 182 days or more in a financial year, or meet the combined condition of 60 days in the current year and 3

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) earning rental income from properties in India may need to provide additional details such as their foreign address and Tax Identification Number (TIN), starting April 2026. This requirement comes under updated tax rules aimed at improving compliance in foreign remittances. Under the new framework, when rental income is transferred abroad and exceeds the specified threshold, certain compliance steps must be followed. These include submitting a Chartered A

Legal immigration to the United States has declined significantly in recent years, outpacing the reduction in illegal border crossings, according to a recent analysis. The findings highlight a major shift in immigration patterns, with legal pathways experiencing a sharper slowdown. The analysis suggests that reductions in legal immigration are substantially higher than the drop in illegal entries. A large portion of the overall decline in immigration is now attributed to cuts in legal routes

An Indian merchant vessel came under fire while attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about a possible link to a cryptocurrency scam involving fake clearance messages. Reports suggest the ship may have believed it had official permission to transit the route before the incident occurred. During the episode, the vessel reportedly contacted authorities in Iran, claiming it had received clearance to proceed. The unexpected firing has sparked questions over whether the crew was misled by fraudulent communications posing as official instructions. Maritime security agencies have noted a rise in phishing scams targeting ships in the region. Fraudsters are said to be impersonating officials and demanding payments in cryptocurrency in exchange for safe passage through the strategically critical corridor. Multiple vessels were affected by security incidents in the Strait on the same day, with other commercial ships reporting threats or damage. This has heightened concerns over maritime safety in one of the world’s busiest energy routes. Authorities and international maritime organisations have issued alerts to shipping companies, urging them to verify all communications and remain cautious of such scams. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the firing incident was directly linked to the suspected fraud.

Protests have erupted in Nepal against Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba following the strict enforcement of customs duties on goods entering from

Srinivas Narayanan, an alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology Madras, has stepped down from OpenAI after more than three years, marking the end of a key chapter in the company’s rapid growth phase. He said he plans to spend time in India with his ageing parents before deciding on his next move. During his tenure, Narayanan played a crucial role in scaling ChatGPT and expanding OpenAI’s developer ecosystem. As CTO of B2B Applications and earlier Vice President of Engineering, he led teams responsible for core product development and infrastructure, helping bring advanced AI tools to a global user base. A Computer Science graduate from IIT Madras, Narayanan went on to earn a Master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His academic background laid a strong foundation for a career that combined deep technical expertise with leadership in large-scale systems. Before joining OpenAI, he spent over a decade in Silicon Valley, working with major tech firms such as IBM and Meta Platforms. At Meta, he contributed to large-scale AI systems spanning language processing, computer vision, and recommendation engines. His departure comes as OpenAI continues to expand rapidly across both consumer and enterprise AI. Given his role in scaling ChatGPT into one of the fastest-growing platforms globally, Narayanan’s next move is expected to draw significant attention across the tech industry.

Earth Day is observed every year on April 22 to raise awareness about environmental protection and inspire action for a healthier planet. It serves as a global reminder of the need to preserve natural resources and reduce the impact of human activities on the environment. The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970 in the United States, led by

China has broken its silence on the escalating Iran crisis, issuing a sharp warning against what it called a return to the “law of the jungle” amid mounting pressure from the United States. After weeks of maintaining a cautious and restrained stance, Beijing has now openly criticised Washington’s actions, signalling a noticeable shift in tone and approach. The change came after the United States moved to impose a naval blockade targeting Iran’s oil exports. China’s Foreign

Public unrest is rising in Nepal against the government led by Balen Shah, just weeks after it assumed office. Protests have spread across Kathmandu and other cities, with students, political groups, and citizens taking to the streets, reflecting growing dissatisfaction with recent policy decisions. The demonstrations were primarily triggered by the g

Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow

A violent clash broke out at a gurdwara in Moers, leaving multiple people injured and triggering a large-scale police response. The incident, involving dozens of individuals, created panic among worshippers and raised concerns over safety at religious places. According to reports, the confrontation escalated rapidly, with participants allegedly using

A potential breakthrough in talks between the United States and Iran has hit uncertainty after public remarks and social media posts by Donald Trump. Negotiations aimed at ending weeks of conflict had reportedly brought both sides close to a framework agreement through backchannel diplomacy. However, Trump’s public statements about the progress of t

Former U.S. ambassador Nikki Haley has made a strong claim regarding a recently seized Iranian vessel, alleging that it was carrying missile-related chemical shipments originating from China. According to her statement, the ship was intercepted by the United States in the Gulf region after reportedly refusing orders to stop. Haley stated that the vessel was travelling from China to Iran and was linked to materials that could potentially be used in missile production. She also warned

A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan, triggering a tsunami warning and widespread emergency response measures. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake occurred at a depth