Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Raghuram Rajan has been selected to serve on an important advisory task force established by the United States Federal Reserve, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career as one of the world’s leading economists. Along with Rajan, two other eminent Indian-origin economists have also been appointed to...
The United States Treasury has announced that the U.S. Mint will issue a new $1 coin bearing the image of President Donald Trump, a move that has quickly drawn national attention and sparked discussions about its historical significance, symbolism, and the process behind commemorative American currency. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the decision, stating that...
An alleged Punjab-based gangster identified as Nitish Kaushal has come under intense international scrutiny after being added to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Most Wanted list. The development marks a significant escalation in cross-border law enforcement efforts targeting organized crime networks that allegedly operate across multiple countries. Kaushal is believed to have links with...
Several people were injured after gunfire erupted at a grocery store in Cypress, Texas, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency medical teams. Authorities confirmed that a suspect was taken into custody shortly after the incident, bringing the immediate threat under control while investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The incident...
US Vice President JD Vance has publicly admitted that the Trump administration made mistakes in handling the release of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, describing the situation as a significant communications failure while insisting that the administration remains committed to transparency. His remarks come amid growing political pressure, public criticism, and renewed...
Thousands of residents across several western states in the United States have been forced to evacuate as more than 100 active wildfires continue to spread across forests and wilderness regions, fueled by extreme heat, dry vegetation, and strong winds. Firefighters are battling rapidly changing conditions as dense smoke blankets large areas, reducing visibility and creating...
An Indian diaspora organisation based in the United States has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate direct dialogue with environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, expressing concern over the ongoing issues surrounding Ladakh and calling for greater democratic engagement. The appeal comes at a time when discussions over Ladakh’s governance, constitutional safeguards, environmental...
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is facing fresh legal scrutiny after a group of former employees filed a lawsuit alleging that the company’s artificial intelligence-assisted layoff process disproportionately affected workers who were on maternity leave or medical leave. The case has intensified concerns about the growing use of artificial intelligence in...
A quiet evening at a state park in Illinois turned into a scene of horror after a deadly shooting claimed the lives of five people and left two others injured. Law enforcement officials have arrested two teenage suspects in connection with the incident, which has shocked the local community and intensified concerns over gun violence...
Tensions across West Asia intensified dramatically after Iran announced the launch of its military campaign, codenamed “Eye for an Eye,” targeting United States military installations in the region. The operation marks one of the most serious confrontations between Tehran and Washington in recent years, significantly increasing concerns over the possibility of a wider regional conflict....