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During a recent press conference, President Trump proudly showcased his administration's unwavering commitment to combating illegal immigration and drug trafficking, announcing close to 200,000 arrests related to criminal activity and an impressive reduction in fentanyl shipments across the nation. He credited the strategic use of tariffs in persuading foreign countries to take back deported migrants.

Customs officials have seized a Nissan Patrol linked to actor Dulquer Salmaan as part of 'Operation Numkhor,' an investigation into a luxury SUV smuggling network. The vehicle, featured in Salmaan's film 'Lucky Baskhar,' is suspected of being illegally imported from Bhutan to evade taxes. Authorities are verifying the actor's ownership and the broader racket involving forged registrations.

A Cuttack district education office staffer, Subash Chandra Sahoo, has been apprehended for allegedly siphoning over Rs 51.53 lakh. He is accused of creating fake employee salaries through manipulation of government financial portals. Authorities are investigating to determine if others were involved in this elaborate embezzlement scheme.

Following significant local election losses, Labour leader Keir Starmer has appointed former Prime Minister Gordon Brown as a special envoy. This move comes amidst calls for Starmer's resignation from some party MPs, while voters express dissatisfaction with economic issues and immigration. Reform UK and the Greens have seen substantial gains in the polls.

Karnal Tops, Charkhi Dadri Hits Low, Govt Steps Up Sting Ops To Curb Foeticides

The move to up the gold import duty comes days after PM Narendra Modi appeals to citizens to avoid unnecessary gold purchases for a year. But is a hike in duties an effective way to curb consumption? We take a look:

The Delhi High Court denied interim relief to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in its trademark infringement suit against Dharma Productions' film 'Jigra'. While the court found no unfair advantage gained by the filmmakers, it acknowledged the potential harm to MSF's reputation.

India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26, rising over 24% from $58 billion a year earlier. This was largely due to skyrocketing global gold prices, which have bumped up the value of imported gold.

Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary is implementing iron mesh fencing to deter poaching and reduce human-wildlife conflict along its 120-km border. This initiative aims to protect agricultural fields and livestock, paving the way for tiger translocation. Villagers have consented to the wire mesh fencing, with monitored access for firewood collection.

Brazil's Amazon deforestation is at a decade low, yet forest degradation from fires, logging, and drought poses a significant threat, affecting 40% of the region. Experts warn of a tipping point where the forest could emit more carbon than it absorbs. A proposed bill could weaken crucial satellite monitoring, jeopardizing conservation efforts.