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Mace moves to force a vote on impeaching Secret Service director

TheHill.com 

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) on Monday moved to force a vote on impeaching U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, ratcheting up the pressure on the embattled agency leader following the assassination attempt on former President Trump earlier this month. The effort by Mace — which forces leadership to act on the resolution within two legislative...

More investments required in Arctic to keep up with Russia, China: Pentagon

Business Standard 

The US Defense Department must invest more to upgrade sensors, communications and space-based technologies in the Arctic to keep pace with China and Russia who are increasingly operating there, including in joint military exercises, a new Pentagon strategy says. Saying that now is a critical time for the Arctic, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks told reporters Monday that climate change, increased activity by adversaries and degrading US infrastructure are forcing the department to rethink... Читать дальше...

Shops to offices & gates: Six illegal colonies razed in Gurgaon

«The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) 

Authorities demolished six illegal colonies in Sohna tehsil, across Alipur, Raisina, and Bhondsi. The operation cleared 40 structures including shops, guard rooms, and entry gates, and was supported by the police. Additionally, encroachments in Arcadia Market were removed. Officials advise prospective buyers to verify property legality to avoid investing in unauthorized plots.

US, Japan to hold high-level security talks on nuclear deterrence

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

On July 28, Japan and the U.S. will hold their first high-level security talks focusing on "extended deterrence," which involves the U.S. commitment to use its nuclear forces to protect allies. This marks a significant elevation of discussions previously handled at lower levels, especially given Japan's stance on nuclear non-proliferation. The talks aim to strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance amid regional threats from China, Russia, and North Korea. Key topics will include enhancing defense cooperation... Читать дальше...

FPIs add auto, IT and capital goods, invest over Rs 22,600 crore in July

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

NSDL data shows foreign investors placed ₹22,670 crore into 19 sectors from July 1-15. Capital goods (₹3,612 crore) led, followed by automobiles (₹2,993 crore). Renewed interest in IT (₹2,765 crore), metals & mining (₹1,969 crore), oil & gas (₹1,944 crore), and FMCG. Healthcare saw ₹2,378 crore inflows. FPIs sold shares worth ₹1,949 crore in construction, power, chemicals, utilities.

Woodside Ready to Advance Driftwood LNG Selldown Talks

The Wall Street Journal 

Woodside Energy is seeking to advance talks on the possible sale of a stake in the Driftwood LNG development in the southern U.S. in parallel with efforts to complete a $900 million acquisition of the project’s owner Tellurian.

Gurgaon: You can lodge civic complaints on WhatsApp, post pics too

«The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) 

GMDA's upgraded system for civic complaints allows residents to use WhatsApp (7840001817) with photos, integrating X, Facebook, Instagram. Complaints are tracked, acknowledged, and escalated to relevant departments. PK Aggrawal states it enhances utility and quickens grievance resolution. The system's high accessibility improves grievance redressal, overseen by the Smart City Division, benefiting citizens efficiently.