Russian President Vladimir Putin informed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he won't attend the upcoming G20 Summit in Delhi next month. Instead, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will represent him. The two leaders also discussed global concerns during their conversation. India, hosting the summit, holds the G20 presidency, with world leaders like US President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak attending. The summit's discussions are expected to include Russia's Ukraine invasion. Putin recently attended the Brics summit virtually due to an ICC warrant against him for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.

The Biden administration has urged Congress to modernize the outdated immigration system, including stagnant temporary visa programs, according to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. She emphasized the need for legislative updates to address the 21st-century economic landscape. Currently, workers on specific temporary visas must find new employment or depart the US within 60 days. President Biden prioritized immigration reform on his first day in office, highlighting the pressing need to address the broken system. The administration's call for action underscores the significance of adapting immigration laws to the current economic and social context.

G20 Health Ministers achieved unanimous consensus on fostering resilient and equitable healthcare systems. Their focus encompassed affordable medicines and countermeasures in developing nations, prioritizing climate-resilient healthcare, and addressing antimicrobial resistance. They emphasized traditional medicine validation, digital health integration, and health data modernization. Acknowledging fragmented efforts, they aimed to establish a WHO-led Global Initiative on Digital Health, promoting interoperable solutions for enhanced healthcare access. The ministers aspired to fortify health systems against climate impacts and endorsed efforts for a pandemic-preparedness international instrument by May 2024.

Hundreds of thousands of airline passengers face significant delays and cancellations this bank holiday Monday due to a system failure with the UK's air traffic control organisation, Nats. The technical fault at Nats' Hampshire headquarters has grounded aircraft across Britain. Planes already airborne are likely being diverted to European airports. Even if swiftly resolved, major disruption is expected to continue through the day as aviation operates at full capacity. With minimal slack at Heathrow and Gatwick amid the summer travel rush, passengers finishing holidays abroad face chaos returning home today.

Singapore-born Indian-origin leader Tharman Shanmugaratnam was among three candidates officially nominated for Singapore's September 1 presidential election. Tharman, 66, along with Chinese-origin businessmen Ng Kok Song, 75, and Tan Kin Lian, 75, were confirmed by the Elections Department. Tharman, who resigned from public office in July, said he entered the non-political race to serve Singaporeans with his experience and capabilities. He aims for a fairer, compassionate, and inclusive society. Tharman was Deputy PM from 2011-2019 after serving as Education and Finance Minister. Tharman called for a dignified, unifying contest focused on the candidate's vision for the country.

UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman has revealed the government is considering electronic tagging of illegal migrants as part of its extended migrant detention plans. Responding to a Times report, Braverman confirmed the possibility of using GPS trackers to monitor migrants, addressing issues posed by overcrowded detention centers. The proposed measure follows the recent Illegal Migration Act, empowering authorities to detain and swiftly remove unlawful entrants. In a Sky News interview, Braverman emphasized the need to control illegal arrivals and quickly remove them to safe countries like Rwanda, which requires effective detention capabilities.

Republican Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said he would bring on Elon Musk as an advisor if elected in 2024. At an Iowa town hall, the Indian-American entrepreneur stated he wants guidance from those with a "blank, fresh impression" like Musk. Ramaswamy praised Musk's mass layoffs at Twitter, saying he wants to similarly cut administrative bloat. He said he will put a "big X" through the administrative state like Musk "X-ed" through Twitter. Ramaswamy added he shares tactics with Musk, who called him a promising candidate.

At the NDTV G20 Conclave, UK envoy to India Alex Ellis said India has set a significant benchmark for the G20 presidency with its ambition to address global hunger, poverty, and low growth. Mr. Ellis cited UK's Indian-origin PM Rishi Sunak saying "Jai Shri Ram" on India's Independence Day as reflecting India's rising global gravitas. The envoy noted that India tops UK visa categories, calling it remarkable that a UK PM would celebrate India's Independence Day. He sang 'Yeh Dosti..." calling it the song that the UK and India would be singing together.

Entrepreneur-turned-politician Vivek Ramaswamy saw a surge in popularity and fundraising after a strong performance at the first Republican presidential primary debate. The biotech multimillionaire raised over $450,000 in the first hour post-debate, with average donations of $38. Ramaswamy stood out while being challenged by rivals including Chris Christie and Mike Pence. Polls after the debate showed 28% of respondents felt Ramaswamy performed best. He was the most Google searched candidate along with fellow Indian-American Nikki Haley. Ramaswamy's breakout debate has increased his visibility and fundraising as he seeks the Republican nomination in the absence of Donald Trump.

Kremlin Spokesperson confirms Russian President Putin will not visit India for G20 Summit.. “President Vladimir Putin is not planning a trip to the G20 summit in India, which will be held in September. The main emphasis now is a special military operation,” Russian President’s Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov says. The president will not attend the meeting due to the ongoing military operation in Ukraine, Peskov said.