Over 90 mn Americans under heat alerts

More than 90 million people in the US, nearly one-third of the population, are under heat alerts as a blistering heat wave continues to sweep the country.

UNSC members criticise Russia for halting grain deal

 Russia’s decision to halt the grain export deal with Ukraine was the main topic of discussion at the UN Security Council on Monday. The move was criticised by many council members, who claimed it may threaten world food security.

US lawmaker moves bill to double H-1B visas

 A US lawmaker has introduced legislation proposing to double the annual intake of foreign workers on H-1B visas, a short-term work permit that has been a gateway for Indians to work, live and, eventually, seek citizenship of this country.