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Indian Student Handcuffed, Pinned Down at US Airport; Indian Embassy Seeks Answers
- A viral video shows an Indian student handcuffed, pinned to the floor, and crying at Newark Airport before deportation.
- Witnesses reported the student was disoriented, spoke in Hindi and Haryanvi, and was pleading his sanity.
- At least four US officials restrained the student, tying his hands and legs, sparking outrage on social media.
- The Indian Consulate in New York responded, confirming contact with US authorities and commitment to Indian nationals' welfare.
- The incident highlights growing concerns over sudden US visa revocations and the treatment of Indian students abroad.
BJP Likely to Appoint First Woman President: Nirmala Sitharaman, D Purandeswari, Vanathi Srinivasan Lead Race
- BJP is considering appointing its first woman national president as JP Nadda’s term ends.
- Nirmala Sitharaman, the Union Finance Minister, is the leading contender due to her experience and southern influence.
- D Purandeswari, former Andhra Pradesh BJP chief, is also in the race, known for her multilingual skills and political stature.
- Vanathi Srinivasan, Tamil Nadu MLA and BJP Mahila Morcha president, is another prominent candidate being discussed.
- This move is seen as a push for women’s empowerment and to boost BJP’s presence in southern India.
Turkey-Bangladesh Defence Ties Deepen Under Yunus, Raising Tensions with India
- Bangladesh's interim leader Mohammad Yunus is strengthening defence ties with Turkey, sidelining India.
- A top Turkish defence official will visit Dhaka on July 8 to expand military cooperation.
- Plans are underway to build Turkish-Bangladeshi defence industrial complexes in Chittagong and Narayanganj.
- Turkey is allegedly supporting Islamist groups in Bangladesh, raising concerns for Indian security.
- Bangladesh aims to reduce reliance on India, seeking new alignments with Turkey, China, and Pakistan.
Rupee Surges on Hopes of US-India Trade Deal, Hits One-Month High Against Dollar
- Rupee jumped to 85.31–85.34 per dollar, its strongest level in a month.
- Optimism over a possible India-US trade deal boosted market sentiment.
- Foreign banks and investors sold dollars, aiding the rupee’s appreciation.
- Lower global crude oil prices further supported the rupee’s rally.
- Reserve Bank of India intervened to cap excess rupee gains after sharp appreciation.
Shubman Gill Becomes Third Indian to Score Double Century in England; Joins Gavaskar and Dravid
- Shubman Gill scored a historic 269 runs at Edgbaston, his first Test double century in England.
- He is now the third Indian batsman to hit a double century in England, after Sunil Gavaskar and Rahul Dravid.
- Sunil Gavaskar scored 221 runs at The Oval in 1979, becoming the first Indian to achieve this.
- Rahul Dravid followed with a double century, scoring 217 at The Oval in 2002.
- Gill’s 269 is now the highest score by an Indian captain in a Test match in England.
Russia Officially Recognizes Taliban Government, Shifting Regional Power Dynamics
- Russia became the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government since 2021 takeover.
- Putin aims to boost bilateral ties, including economic cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts with Taliban.
- This move challenges U.S. influence, complicates Pakistan’s regional role, and signals a new geopolitical game.
- Moscow removed the Taliban from its banned terrorist list in April 2025, paving way for recognition.
- Taliban hailed Russia’s decision as a precedent, encouraging other countries to follow suit.