The McMahon Line and Arunachal Pradesh: A History of India–China’s Eastern Border Dispute
From the 1914 Simla Convention to the 1962 war and present-day claims, this is the history behind India and China’s dispute over Arunachal Pradesh.
What the Financial Times Reported on Trump Jr.’s Mongolia Trip With Umar Kremlev
The Financial Times reported that Donald Trump Jr. spent time in Mongolia with Umar Kremlev. Here is what the report and representatives said—and what remains unknown.
Umrangso’s Future: Ecotourism, Industry and the Need for an Honest Plan
A Reel raises questions about Umrangso’s future. Before mining or tourism claims harden into fact, residents need public plans, impact assessments and honest consultation.
How Britain’s Flooded Coal Mines Could Heat Homes With Mine-Water Pumps
Flooded coal workings can supply steady low-temperature heat to heat pumps. Here is how mine-water heat works, where it can help, and its limits.
Senate Confirms Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC Director in a 51-44 Vote
The Senate has confirmed Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC director 51-44, filling the post left vacant when Susan Monarez was fired by health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Govind Tekale
Medicare Opens GLP-1 Obesity Coverage at $50 a Month Under the CMS BALANCE Model
CMS is extending GLP-1 coverage to Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries with obesity at a $50 monthly copay through the BALANCE model and Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, reshaping the weight-loss drug market.
Sunita Somvanshi
Amazon Banks $600 Million in Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down IEEPA Duties
The Supreme Court struck down Trump's IEEPA tariffs 6-3 in Learning Resources v. Trump. Amazon has now received $600 million in refunds, but says it largely absorbed the costs itself.
China Hits Back With Drone Export Controls and Seven US Entity Bans After FCC Ban
China restricts drone exports and bars seven US entities after the FCC drone import ban and 43 Xinjiang forced-labour listings, weeks before an expected Xi visit to the US.
Borrower Defense Settlement: Millions of Defrauded College Loan Borrowers Receive Relief
Sweet v. McMahon settlement addresses borrower-defense claims for students defrauded by for-profit colleges. $23 billion relief covers 370,000+ eligible borrowers. Automatic relief process underway.
Water System Cyberattacks Target 12 US States: SCADA Breaches Prompt Federal Alert 2026
Hackers breach water treatment facility SCADA systems in 12 US states including Minnesota, South Dakota, Georgia. Backup protocols prevent supply disruptions. CISA provides defense guidance.
Rahul Somvanshi
UK Bank Profits Hit £29 Billion in Half a Year: TUC Presses for a Windfall Tax to Cut Energy Bills
Britain's Big Four banks posted £29.2bn in H1 2026 profits. Inside the TUC windfall tax call, the £559 energy bill relief plan, the oil and gas precedent and bank pushback.
Tamil Nadu Informal Workers Can Claim Rs. 3,000 Monthly Pension at 60: PM-SYM Enrolment Explained
PM-SYM guarantees Rs. 3,000 a month at 60 for Tamil Nadu informal workers. Eligibility, age-linked contributions, government co-payment, CSC enrolment and survivor benefits.
Indian Railways Token System Starts August 1: Priority Tatkal Booking Replaces the Counter Scramble
Indian Railways launches a token-based Tatkal counter system from August 1. Category A and B priority, 8:30-9:30 AM token windows, agent curbs and single-visit booking.
Karmactive Team
Windfall Tax on Diesel Exports Jumps 64% to Rs. 25.5 a Litre as India Moves to Protect Domestic Fuel Supply
India raises windfall tax on fuel exports from August 3: diesel to Rs. 25.5/litre, ATF to Rs. 22/litre. How export duties steer refiners toward domestic supply.