More than 10,000 Indians are in foreign prisons, with 49 facing death sentences, the government told the Rajya Sabha. Saudi Arabia has the highest number of Indian prisoners (2,633), followed by the UAE (2,518) and Nepal (1,317). Other countries with Indian inmates include Qatar, Kuwait, Malaysia, and the US. Since 2020, 25 Indians have been executed in Kuwait. The government said Indian missions monitor these cases and provide legal aid. They also help prisoners with appeals and mercy petitions. Officials are working with foreign governments to secure their release and repatriation.

Taiwan has warned that China could launch a full-scale invasion by 2027. The defence ministry shared this timeline during its annual military drills. Officials say the date aligns with China's military goals set by President Xi Jinping. Taiwan is increasing its defence exercises, doubling the length of its major war games. Recent Chinese military activity near Taiwan has also raised concerns. China sent dozens of warplanes and ships near the island, calling it a "punishment" for Taiwan’s pro-independence stance. Taiwan’s president has announced new security measures, while China has accused him of creating tensions.

Karnataka Minister KN Rajanna has claimed that 48 politicians, including central leaders, were victims of honey traps. He made the statement in the Assembly, triggering demands for a high-level probe. Rajanna said the issue affects leaders from all parties and called for a full investigation. BJP and Congress leaders also urged a judicial probe. Reports suggest two powerful ministers from Tumakuru were targeted. Karnataka’s Home Minister said he was unaware and would seek information. Opposition leaders questioned if the government was involved. The controversy continues to grow, raising concerns about political blackmail and misuse of power.

Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested Rajnish Kumar, a 50-year-old professor accused of sexually abusing students. He allegedly recorded the assaults and used the videos to blackmail victims for more sexual favours. Kumar, the Chief Proctor of Seth Phool Chand Bagla PG College, was on the run for 72 hours before his arrest. Authorities found over 65 videos on his phone, some uploaded online. He also took bribes to change exam marks and secure jobs. Police say his crimes began in 2008. Victims came forward after an anonymous letter exposed his abuse.

Kim Kardashian is shocked by Kanye West’s latest social media rant against Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s children. The rapper questioned the mental capacity of their 7-year-old twins, Rumi and Sir, and claimed Beyoncé used IVF. He later deleted the posts but reshared them. A source told Page Six, “Kim feels kids are off-limits and is done trying to be reasonable with Kanye.” She now prefers to communicate through mediators. Her family is worried about his influence. Despite their past, Kim is upset by his words and wants to keep her distance.

Elon Musk’s social media platform X has filed a lawsuit against the Indian government, accusing it of misusing IT laws to censor content. The petition, filed in the Karnataka High Court, challenges the government’s use of Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, arguing that it creates a "parallel content-blocking mechanism" outside the legal framework. “The government is imposing arbitrary censorship without due process,” X stated in its plea. The lawsuit also targets the Sahyog portal, calling it “a tool to pressure platforms into removing content without proper legal review.”

Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order to shut down the U.S. Department of Education. He says this will give states more control over schools. However, he cannot close the department without Congress. The order asks Education Secretary Linda McMahon to start the process while keeping funding for students with disabilities and low-income schools unchanged. Critics say this will hurt millions of children. The NAACP called it a "dark day." Democratic state attorneys general plan to challenge the order in court. Trump says the move will cut regulations and improve education by focusing on students, not politics.

The Indian government has said AI platforms like ChatGPT and Grok must follow the country’s laws. Officials stress this is regulation, not censorship. The move comes as concerns grow over the misuse of AI and social media. The government is questioning Platform X over Grok’s use of Hindi slang and political content. Meanwhile, Platform X has filed a lawsuit in Karnataka court, calling the rules unfair. Officials argue that AI and social media must be regulated to prevent harm. The government says it supports free speech but within legal limits to protect national security and public interest.

India may face big changes as US President Trump’s trade war continues. His government has called India a "tariff king" for its high import taxes. In response, India cut tariffs on some US goods. Experts say India must open its economy to grow. High tariffs make goods costly and reduce global trade. India is also negotiating free trade deals with the UK and the EU. Some fear foreign companies may dump cheap goods in India. Others say reforms could bring more jobs. If global trade shifts, India has a chance to benefit—if it acts fast.

A video has gone viral showing an Indian man celebrating his New Zealand citizenship by theatrically removing his 'India' T-shirt to reveal a 'New Zealand' jersey underneath. The act, performed during his citizenship ceremony, elicited cheers from onlookers and amused officials. Shared on Instagram, the video has amassed over two million views, igniting mixed reactions among viewers. Some users empathized with his joy, citing personal frustrations with systemic issues in India, while others criticized the gesture as disrespectful to his homeland. The incident has sparked a broader conversation about national identity and the immigrant experience.