Morning Digest: India warns against ‘double standards’ over Russian oil; PAC calls for Aadhaar review, flagging high failure rate of biometric verification; and more
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The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on July 18, 2025
USCIS will prioritize higher-skilled, higher-paid individuals in H-1B visa selection starting February 27, 2026, enhancing program integrity.
U.S. judge upholds Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it within his immigration regulation powers despite business group challenges.
Trump's envoy to Greenland emphasizes U.S. seeks dialogue, not conquest, amid ongoing concerns over territory sovereignty and security.
Australian lawmakers approve strict gun laws and protest bans in response to a deadly antisemitic shooting in Sydney.
France's parliament passes an Emergency Bill to prevent a government shutdown, urging swift action for a 2026 budget.
Newly released Epstein files reveal multiple references to Trump, prompting a DOJ defense against sensational claims in the documents.
Venezuela's parliament criminalizes oil tanker seizures amid U.S. pressure as opposition backs Trump's policies against Maduro.
Libya's Prime Minister confirms military chief Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad died in a plane crash in Turkey, citing technical issues.
UN reports Myanmar junta using brutal violence to coerce voting in upcoming military-controlled elections amid ongoing civil conflict.
Netanyahu's ex-aide claims the Prime Minister sought ways to evade accountability after the October 7 Hamas attack.
Thailand-Cambodia border talks face uncertainty as venue dispute arises amid renewed conflict, resulting in significant casualties and displacement.
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Russian strikes threaten Chernobyl's radiation shelter, warns plant director, highlighting risks of potential collapse and environmental disaster.