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US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries Starting Jan 21

Thursday, January 15, 2026

The United States has suspended immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, effective January 21, 2026. The State Department cites high risk of applicants becoming a public charge. This

India Shuts Kashmir Medical College After Admission Controversy

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Current Affairs

India has shut down a medical college in Indian-administered Kashmir after right-wing Hindu protests over Muslims admissions Kashmir medical college. The National Medical Commission revoked recognition for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute

German Chancellor Bengaluru Visit Strengthens Ties

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Current Affairs

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s Bengaluru visit on January 13, 2026, highlighted key collaborations in technology and innovation during his two-day India tour. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Bengaluru on Tuesday, January

Iranian FM Calls Jaishankar Amid Tehran Unrest Surge

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Current Affairs

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received a call from Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi on 14 January 2026 to discuss regional tensions as protests grip Iran, prompting India to issue a

Russia Rejects Talks with US Over Afghanistan

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Current Affairs

Russia’s special presidential envoy for Afghanistan, Zamir Kabulov, confirmed on 13 January 2026 that Moscow maintains no talks with US on Afghan matters. This declaration from Kabulov underscores the absence of Russia

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US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries Starting Jan 21

India Shuts Kashmir Medical College After Admission Controversy

German Chancellor Bengaluru Visit Strengthens Ties

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Russia Rejects Talks with US Over Afghanistan

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