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Gunman Detained Near White House Dinner, Trump Safe
Washington: Shots were fired near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night. US President Donald Trump was quickly taken off the stage by security.
The incident happened outside the ballroom at the Washington Hilton. Guests panicked and took cover under tables.
The United States Secret Service confirmed that one suspect is in custody. The man tried to pass a security checkpoint with weapons but was stopped.
One officer was shot but survived due to a bulletproof vest. Officials said the suspect wanted to cause major harm.
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US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said the man will face multiple charges. He will appear in court on Monday.
The event was evacuated, and security was tightened across the area
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South Korea Expands Premium Visa for Indian Professionals and Researchers
Seoul: South Korea has expanded its Top-Tier Visa program to attract skilled foreign talent. The new rules came into effect on June 1.
The premium visa is now available not only to professionals in industries such as AI, semiconductors, robotics, biotechnology, and battery technology, but also to STEM professors and full-time researchers.
The visa offers long-term residence and a faster path to permanent residency in South Korea. This move is expected to benefit many Indian researchers, professors, and PhD graduates.
The South Korean government has also increased the hiring limit for foreign skilled workers in sectors facing labor shortages, including agriculture, livestock, and fisheries.
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The reforms aim to address the country’s declining birth rate, aging population, and growing workforce shortage. South Korea hopes these measures will attract global talent and support long-term economic growth.
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US Strikes Iranian Drones and Radar Sites
Washington: The United States has carried out fresh strikes against Iran despite ongoing efforts for peace talks. According to the US military, four Iranian drones flying toward the Strait of Hormuz were shot down.
The US also attacked Iranian coastal radar sites on Qeshm Island and nearby locations. The military said the action was taken to protect shipping routes and prevent further threats.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important routes for oil and gas transport. Rising tensions between the US and Iran have increased concerns about regional security and pushed global energy prices higher.
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The latest developments have also raised fears over the future of the current ceasefire in the region.
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Indian Man Killed During Pizza Delivery in US
New Delhi: A 28-year-old Indian man from Telangana was shot dead while delivering a pizza in Philadelphia, United States. The victim, Anshul Kuncha, was working part-time as a pizza delivery executive on weekends.
According to his family, Anshul received a fake pizza order and was sent to a deserted location on Saturday night. When he arrived, an unidentified gunman opened fire and shot him multiple times before fleeing the scene.
Family members believe the delivery request was a trap. They said nothing was stolen from Anshul, raising questions about the motive behind the killing.
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The family has appealed for the quick return of his body to India and demanded justice. The Consulate General of India in New York said it is in touch with local authorities and is providing assistance to the family.
Police have launched an investigation and are searching for those responsible for the attack.
