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President Donald Trump bids adieu to Elon Musk after a transformative tenure at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). On May 30, 2025, President Donald Trump hosted a farewell event for Elon Musk in the Oval Office, marking the end of Musk’s controversial yet impactful tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).…

Court Rules Trump’s Tariffs Exceed Presidential Authority On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade delivered a landmark decision, ruling that former President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs were an overreach of executive power. The court determined that Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977 by…

A Tribute to Global Peacekeepers On May 29, 2025, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar commemorated the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers by honouring the dedication and sacrifices of peacekeepers worldwide. This day, observed annually, pays tribute to the men and women who serve in UN peacekeeping missions, often in challenging and dangerous environments.…

Departure from Government Role Elon Musk has concluded his tenure as a special government employee under President Donald Trump, serving as an advisor focused on reducing federal spending. In a statement on social media, Musk expressed gratitude to President Trump for the opportunity to address wasteful government expenditures. He also emphasized that the mission of…

A Global Pause on Student Visa Interviews In a significant policy shift, the U.S. government has temporarily halted the scheduling of new student visa interviews worldwide. This decision, announced on May 27, 2025, by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, affects all F-, M-, and J-visa applicants. The pause is part of a broader initiative to…

Vigilant Border Security Foils Infiltration Attempt On May 27, 2025, the Border Security Force (BSF) successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt by a group of Bangladeshi nationals near the Indo-Bangladesh border in South Salmara Mankachar district of Assam. The BSF’s swift and coordinated response highlights their commitment to safeguarding India’s borders and preventing unauthorized crossings. This…

A Showdown Between the White House and Harvard In a dramatic escalation of tensions between the Trump administration and Harvard University, President Donald Trump has vowed to “win” against the Ivy League institution, threatening to withdraw billions of dollars in federal funding. The administration’s actions are part of a broader campaign targeting universities accused of…

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine to date, targeting the capital, Kyiv, and several other cities. The attack, which occurred overnight on May 25, 2025, involved the deployment of 355 Shahed drones and nine cruise missiles. This unprecedented scale of aggression resulted in the…

In a significant diplomatic development, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar lauded Germany’s prompt and unequivocal support for India’s right to defend itself against terrorism. Speaking at the German Council on Foreign Relations in Berlin, Jaishankar emphasized that Germany’s early condemnation of the recent Pahalgam terror attack and its recognition of India’s self-defence rights were…

A Historic Agreement On May 22, 2025, the United Kingdom and Mauritius finalized a landmark agreement transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. This resolution addresses a longstanding territorial dispute that has persisted since the islands were excised from Mauritius in 1965. The agreement signifies a significant step in the decolonization process and aims…