Public charge is a US immigration standard used to assess whether a non-citizen is likely to become mainly dependent on government support, which can affect entry or green card eligibility. It typically focuses on cash assistance and long-term government-funded institutional care, and generally does not count many non-cash benefits.

2026-01-14T15:58:44.707688+00:00 IST

Middle East

Sanjeev Sanyal’s wife on anxious INSV Kaundinya voyage

Smita Barooah, wife of INSV Kaundinya crew member and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal, shared her emotions as the vessel completed its maiden voyage to Muscat. Sanyal praised the Indian Navy and credited the Prime Minister's support. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hailed the mission as reviving India's maritime legacy.

2026-01-14T15:01:53.277699+00:00 IST

Anything less than US control of Greenland is unacceptable: Trump

In a Truth Social post, Trump said that "anything less" than US control of Greenland is "unacceptable," adding, "NATO becomes far more formidable and effective with Greenland in the hands of the UNITED STATES." He said that "NATO should be leading the way for us to get it," and "if we don't, Russia or China will, and that is not going to happen!"

2026-01-14T14:46:13.294013+00:00 IST

Asia

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets CCP Vice Minister Sun Haiyan

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Vice Minister Sun Haiyan of the International Department of the Communist Party of China on Wednesday.

2026-01-14T14:03:46.458405+00:00 IST

Asia

US Ambassador Sergio Gor pledges to boost defence, trade, technology and critical minerals cooperation with India

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, formally becoming the 27th US envoy. He said he would advance shared priorities in defence, trade, technology and critical minerals. Gor earlier took oath at the US Embassy.

2026-01-14T13:33:15.021814+00:00 IST

Asia

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi to visit India

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is set to visit India from January 15-17, as per the media advisory shared by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

2026-01-14T13:00:30.876225+00:00 IST

Middle East

Sanjeev Sanyal hails INSV Kaundinya’s maiden Muscat voyage

Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council and a crew member, shared his 18-day experience aboard INSV Kaundinya during its maiden international voyage from Porbandar to Muscat. The vessel received a water salute on arrival. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hailed it as a symbol of India's revived maritime heritage.

2026-01-14T12:35:04.745328+00:00 IST

Asia

Canadian rights groups urge PM Mark Carney to raise human rights

Ahead of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's official visit to China, several leading human rights organisations and civil society groups in Canada have urged Ottawa to place human rights on par with trade and diplomatic engagement during talks with Beijing.

2026-01-14T12:13:13.142354+00:00 IST

Asia

“Ready to work hand-in-hand with India to keep region secure”

India and Malaysia co-chaired the Asian Defence Ministers Meeting-Plus Expert Working Group Meeting on Counter Terrorism. During this meeting, the Malaysian Delegation head Dato' Muhamma Ammir Bin Haron said that Malaysia stands ready to work with India to ensure the region remains secure.

2026-01-14T12:03:58.430276+00:00 IST

Asia

Avoid travel to Iran until further notice: MEA

Separately, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has also advised Indian nationals currently in Iran to leave the country at the earliest.

2026-01-14T12:03:44.257177+00:00 IST

Asia

Om Birla meets Trinidad and Tobago Speaker

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met Jagdeo Singh, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Trinidad and Tobago, on the sidelines of the 28th CSPOC being hosted in the national capital.

2026-01-14T11:43:58.375321+00:00 IST

Middle East

INSV Kaundinya crew celebrates as vessel docks in Muscat

INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built stitched sailing vessel, docked in Muscat after its maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar. The ship received a water salute. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hailed it as a symbol of India's revived maritime heritage and shipbuilding tradition.

2026-01-14T11:40:23.698122+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s women’s rights laws exposed as ‘paper promises’

A roundtable discussion held in Karachi has laid bare the stark disconnect between Pakistan's women-centric legislation and the lived realities of women across the country, with experts warning that laws passed in Islamabad and provincial assemblies have largely remained symbolic. Speakers stressed that despite an expanding legal framework, women continue to face persistent violence, discrimination, and institutional neglect, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2026-01-14T10:40:24.234535+00:00 IST

Middle East

INSV Kaundinya voyage a “shining example”: Sonowal

INSV Kaundinya, a traditional stitched sailing vessel, completed its voyage from Porbandar in Gujarat to Muscat, Oman, receiving a water salute. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal praised it as a symbol of India's revived ancient shipbuilding heritage inspired by Ajanta cave depictions.

2026-01-14T10:14:53.799740+00:00 IST