Despite UK government efforts to attract skilled migrants, high-wage foreign workers are increasingly favoring countries like France and the Netherlands over the UK. Data from job-search platform Indeed shows that only 20% of clicks on UK job postings from abroad were for high-wage positions, a lower proportion than most advanced economies. In contrast, 40% of foreign clicks targeted the UK’s lowest-paid jobs, raising concerns about the effectiveness of Conservative policies aimed at limiting low-skill migration. The UK trails behind other nations in attracting top-tier talent, as high-wage workers opt for better opportunities elsewhere in Europe.

IndiGo, India’s largest airline, aims to transform from a dominant domestic carrier to a global player by 2030, according to CEO Pieter Elbers. With over 60% control of India’s domestic air traffic, the airline is focusing on international expansion. Elbers highlighted India’s expected rise as the world’s third-largest economy by 2030, emphasizing the need for airlines with the scale to compete globally. He stated that IndiGo's recent decisions align with the goal of becoming a global airline within the next decade. The airline’s growth strategy is designed to enhance its global presence and connectivity with other countries, positioning it competitively worldwide.

The West Bengal government has removed Tapash Ghosh, dean of students’ welfare at Burdwan Medical College and Hospital (BMCH), following protests by junior doctors and students demanding his resignation. Ghosh is accused of being close to Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of R G Kar Medical College, and of threatening junior doctors. Additionally, Dr. Nupur Ghosh of BMCH's Obstetrics Department has been transferred to Gopiballavpur Multi Super Specialty Hospital, and her husband, Dr. Avik De, was suspended last week. Another BMCH doctor, Birupaksha Biswas, was also suspended. Both doctors are allegedly connected to Sandip Ghosh and are facing accusations from junior staff.

A gas leak from a chemical factory in Ambarnath, Maharashtra, has caused widespread panic as chemical fumes spread across the city, reducing visibility and irritating eyes and throats. The situation has evoked memories of the 1984 Bhopal gas disaster. Videos show roads shrouded in smoky haze, with residents covering their noses and mouths. The fumes have reportedly reached railway tracks, complicating evacuation efforts. No severe effects or fatalities have been reported so far. Authorities are working to identify the source of the leak, with teams dispatched to control the situation. Residents have been advised to stay indoors as a precaution.

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has arrived in the US for talks with President Joe Biden on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. Starmer is set to meet Biden at the White House on Friday, with discussions expected to focus on Ukraine's request to use Western-supplied long-range missiles against Russian targets. Although Ukraine has urged the West to lift restrictions on its weaponry, concerns over escalation have delayed approval. The visit comes ahead of the US presidential election and follows Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s trip to Kyiv with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Key decisions on military aid are still pending.

The Adani Group has rejected claims by US-based Hindenburg Research that Swiss authorities have frozen over $310 million in funds linked to the company. Hindenburg cited local reports alleging that the funds, connected to a money laundering and securities investigation, were sequestered in six Swiss banks. However, Adani Group refuted the claims, stating they have no involvement in Swiss court proceedings and none of their accounts have been frozen. The company termed the allegations as baseless, reiterating their commitment to transparency and compliance.

In Kolkata, junior doctors have been protesting outside the West Bengal Health Department’s office for over two days, demanding justice for a rape and murder case. In a show of solidarity, local citizens and celebrities have provided essential support, including food, water, and fans. Senior doctors, housing societies, and even delivery workers have joined in, demonstrating widespread community backing. Notable figures like actress Swastika Mukherjee and singer Lagnajita have been actively involved. Despite government offers for dialogue, doctors insist on specific conditions for talks, including the presence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he will not participate in another debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump made the declaration on Truth Social, stating, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!" after engaging in previous debates with President Joe Biden in June and Harris earlier this week. His decision to skip a third debate comes amid heightened tensions as the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, with both candidates vying for public support in a deeply polarized political landscape.

Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Saint Petersburg on the sidelines of the BRICS national security advisors' conclave. The two officials discussed unresolved border issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and agreed to work with urgency for full disengagement in disputed areas. Both sides emphasized peace and bilateral agreements as crucial for stabilizing relations. Doval also met Russian President Vladimir Putin during the visit, discussing India-Russia security cooperation and preparing for the upcoming BRICS summit in Kazan this October.

Billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis made history as the first non-professional crew to complete a private spacewalk. The pair stepped out of the SpaceX Dragon capsule at 11:52 BST, floating 435 miles above Earth. Isaacman funded the Polaris Dawn mission, which featured four crew members. Their spacewalk, conducted without an airlock, tested specially designed extravehicular activity (EVA) suits. Isaacman expressed awe at the sight of Earth from space. This milestone marks a significant achievement in private space exploration, demonstrating SpaceX's continued innovation.