The UAE has requested a US financial safety net amid concerns that an Iran war could severely damage its economy and investor confidence. Talks included a currency-swap line proposal, as the UAE fears needing to use other currencies for transactions if dollar shortages arise.
An app-based cab driver in Delhi highlights the severe economic impact of poor road conditions, arguing that fixing potholes should be prioritized over the introduction of E20 petrol. He details increased repair costs, reduced earnings, and higher fuel consumption due to damaged roads, affecting millions of drivers and logistics operators.
US federal prosecutors have charged jailed Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar with ordering the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The indictment focuses on organized crime figures, distinguishing it from Canadian allegations of Indian government involvement.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticized the US's foreign policy, comparing its role as 2026 World Cup host to "bending rules, bullying rivals, creating obstacles, and cheating." This comes amid escalating tensions, with Iran launching retaliatory strikes on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, and the US hitting over 80 Iranian military targets in response to shipping attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomatic tensions also rose as the US restored oil sanctions on Iran.
The FBI has charged a Punjab police officer, Gurinderjit Singh Nagra, in a $400,000 extortion case as part of 'Operation Hard Ball,' targeting international organized crime. Punjab Police transferred Nagra and launched an inquiry, while opposition leaders accused the state government of a nexus with gangsters and the ruling party.
Pacer Ashok Sharma has earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting July 23. Sharma has rapidly risen from domestic cricket to become a fast-bowling prospect, impressing with his pace and skill.
Punjabi artist Diljit Dosanjh is achieving global milestones with his 'Aura World Tour' and historic stadium shows. Despite facing censorship battles for his film 'Satluj' and past criticism over his lyrics, Dosanjh continues to spread a message of love and stay true to his identity.
