The recent report that immigrants applying to live in the United States may be denied visas on the basis of underlying health conditions exposes a deeply troubling shift in immigration policy. According to a directive cited by the report, consular officers are now instructed to assess not only applicants’ current health status, but also the likelihood that their medical conditions might lead them to become a “public charge” over their lifetime. By defining conditions like cardiovascular disease, respiratory problems, cancers, diabetes, neurological disorders or even obesity as potential grounds for visa denial, the guidance blurs the line between immigration adjudication and medical prognostication.
Comprehensive, Clear
The Supreme Court’s recent directive to curb the stray dog menace addresses a pressing public safety concern with a comprehensive and practical approach.
Action, reaction
Rahul Gandhi has raised serious concerns, alleging large-scale voter fraud in the Haryana assembly elections, claiming that about 25 lakh entries in the voter list were fake or manipulated.
Talks, ties
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s recent engagement with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar reaffirmed the robust strategic partnership between the two nations, anchored in mutual trust and reliability.
Phenomenal feat
In a moment that will be remembered for generations, India’s women cricketers lifted the nation’s pride with a stirring World Cup triumph.
A big threat
President Donald Trump’s recent directive to restart testing of the US nuclear weapons system marks a significant shift in American defense policy, stirring debate about the implications for global security. While Trump asserted the need to “test on an equal basis” with rivals like China and Russia, Energy Secretary Chris Wright clarified that these tests will not involve nuclear explosions but rather focus on noncritical system components.
Appetite for Trouble
In recent years, binge eating among youngsters has quietly evolved from an occasional indulgence to a worrying lifestyle pattern.
Rare feat
The Indian women’s cricket team scripted an extraordinary chapter in their sporting history by pulling off the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI World Cup semifinals against Australia, the seven-time defending champions.
Caution & care
Dengue cases in Tamil Nadu have seen a significant rise this year, with the state reporting 15,796 infections and eight deaths so far in 2025, making it the highest tally in India.
Pressure, pleasure
India’s industrial output growth remained steady at 4 percent in September 2025, supported primarily by a robust performance in manufacturing.
