A social media post about a foreign traveler denied entry at LAX with a valid B-1/B2 visa has raised concerns about US border control powers and visa rules. The traveler, allegedly held for days without contact, may have been denied entry due to suspected unauthorized work during a previous visit.
Taiwan reported a measles cluster involving two confirmed cases, stemming from a foreign traveler who contracted the virus during her visit. The traveler infected her male friend, leading to a local outbreak. Health authorities are monitoring 491 contacts.
India's PM urges citizens to consume less fuel, fertiliser, gold, and curb travel due to surging global energy prices and war in Iran, signaling a shift from neoliberal globalization towards strategic economic management.
The BJP has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of spending Rs 60 crore on 54 foreign trips over 22 years, alleging a mismatch with his declared income and potential FCRA and tax law violations. Gandhi's party dismissed the claims as politically motivated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vehemently denied media reports suggesting the government is considering a new tax, cess, or surcharge on foreign travel. He stated there is no truth to these claims, emphasizing the government's commitment to ease of doing business and living.
India's outbound tourism to Europe and Australia may decline 10-15% this summer due to rising inflation and potential influence from the prime minister's advice, coinciding with peak travel season (April-June).
He said the austerity measures would reduce India's fuel use and help save foreign exchange.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to adopt lifestyle changes to conserve foreign exchange and mitigate the economic impact of global energy crises. Key suggestions include reducing fuel consumption by using public transport, carpooling, and opting for electric vehicles, alongside reviving work-from-home policies and limiting discretionary spending on gold and foreign travel.
The leader of the Batkivshchina opposition party was charged with offering illegal benefits and faces five to ten years in prison
A 10% decline in the US dollar's value under the Trump administration has made everyday life more expensive for many Americans, increasing costs for imported goods, travel, and raw materials, despite benefiting large corporations and exporters.
