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The U.S. State Department has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries beginning January 21, in a significant shift aimed at strengthening public charge screening and tightening entry criteria for applicants deemed likely to depend on government benefits.

A night operation by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to clear encroachments near Turkman Gate sparked violent resistance from locals, resulting in injuries to five police officers and several detentions. Security forces regained control after deploying tear gas.

Viral videos capturing powerful explosions over Caracas have sparked widespread alarm early Saturday, as Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro declared a national emergency. The government has accused the United States of military aggression, while footage of smoke columns and aircraft over the city spreads online.

India has firmly rebuffed sharp criticism from Chinese state media over the newly released teaser for Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan. Beijing accused the movie of exaggeration and misrepresentation, but New Delhi responded that creative freedom and cinematic expression remain non-negotiable.

BNP leader Tarique Rahman’s return to Bangladesh after nearly two decades in exile is triggering major political shifts at home and redefining strategic calculations in New Delhi. His homecoming has stirred reactions from Islamist groups, political rivals, and Indian policymakers, turning Bangladesh’s upcoming elections into a high-stakes regional event.

India’s recent test of its long-range K4 submarine-launched ballistic missile has sparked cautionary reactions within Pakistan’s security community. Analysts there argue that this development not only deepens the strategic balance in South Asia but could also have wider implications for regional and global stability.

A senior Pakistani political figure has issued a stark warning to India, suggesting military capabilities could be deployed if Bangladesh’s sovereignty is challenged. The remarks have heightened diplomatic tensions in South Asia amid ongoing unrest in the region.

A fast-track court in Uttar Pradesh has refused the state government’s request to withdraw prosecution in the decade-old Akhlaq lynching case, calling it baseless and ordering the trial to continue with daily hearings. The decision marks a significant judicial assertion in one of India’s most sensitive mob violence cases.

In a landmark address at the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the significance of yoga as a vital component of traditional healthcare systems worldwide. The summit spotlighted India’s leadership in blending ancient wellness practices with modern science and technology.