Hindu American groups launched a massive airline banner over the Hudson River, urging global action against violence towards Hindus in Bangladesh. The banner circled the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing human dignity. Since the 1971 genocide, Bangladesh’s Hindu population has plummeted from 20% to 8.9%, facing targeted violence, poverty, and property seizures.
Union External Affairs Minister (EAM) Subramanyam Jaishankar will begin his official visit to Sri Lanka on Friday, October 4. During this visit, he will meet the new President of Sri Lanka to discuss the bilateral partnership between the two countries. Notably, this marks Jaishankar’s first visit to Sri Lanka since Anura Kumara Dissanayake assumed office […]
The Supreme Court will resume the NEET PG 2024 hearing on October 4, addressing aspirants’ concerns over last-minute exam pattern changes and lack of transparency in the results. The hearing was previously postponed due to the absence of a representative from the Union of India. The case focuses on the fairness and clarity of the […]
At least 18 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli strike on the Tulkarm refugee camp in the West Bank, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The Israeli military claimed the strike targeted Hamas commander Zahi Yaser Abd al-Razeq Oufi. The Palestinian government condemned the attack, calling for urgent international action to stop the escalating violence […]
While the US election focuses on the presidency, many Americans see the battle for Congress as equally crucial. Control of Congress will determine whether the incoming president faces a cooperative govt or gridlock. Corryn Freeman of Future Coalition emphasizes the importance of congressional polls as they shape key policies like healthcare, education, and climate change.
Veteran Malayalam actor Mohan Raj, known as Keerikkadan Jose, passed away at his home in Kanjiramkulam on Thursday at age 70. He was undergoing treatment for various ailments. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Minister Saji Cheriyan expressed their condolences. Mohan Raj is best remembered for his role in “Kireedam” and had a prolific career in […]
The Krishna River has flooded due to continuous rains over the past few days in Maharashtra. As a result, the Jurala project is managing the floodwater by lifting for crest gates to release water into the Srisailam project. The inflow was recorded at 1,07,000 cusecs, while the outflow reached 1,14,400 cusecs. A total of 434 […]
Israel announced it targeted Hezbollah’s intelligence headquarters in Beirut amid escalating hostilities between Israeli forces and Iran-backed group. Southern Beirut’s Dahiye, Hezbollah stronghold, was heavily bombed after residents were told to evacuate. The strikes follow Iran’s launch of over 180 missiles at Israel in retaliation for the killings of Hezbollah leader Nasral...
The United Nations Security Council voiced its full support for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres after Israel’s foreign minister announced a ban on his entry. The 15-member council stated that “any decision not to engage with the UN Secretary-General or the United Nations is counterproductive,” especially given escalating tensions in the Middle East, though Israel was not [&...
Padmini Pillai from Boston and Nalini Tata from New York have been appointed to the 2024-2025 class of White House Fellows. Among the 15 chosen, they will work with senior officials for a year. Ms Tata is assigned to the White House Office of Cabinet Affairs, while Ms. Pillai, an immunoengineer, will serve at the […]
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated his forces would use nuclear weapons “without hesitation” if attacked by North Korea or the US. He warned that any encroachment on North Korean sovereignty would trigger a strong response. His remarks follow South Korea’s military parade, where President Yoon threatened “the end of the North Korean regime” […]
Joe Biden stated he won’t negotiate publicly regarding Israel’s potential strikes on Iran’s oil facilities. When asked if he had urged Israel not to attack, he emphasized, “I don’t negotiate in public.” He noted the US is assessing the situation while expressing concern over rising oil prices due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and […]
10 laborers were killed in a collision between a tractor-trailer and a truck in Mirzapur, UP, late last night. The accident occurred near the Kachhwa border when a truck hit the tractor carrying 13 laborers returning from work in Bhadohi. Three others were critically injured and are being treated at the Banaras Hindu University Trauma […]
Joe Biden stated that “we can avoid” an all-out war in the Middle East, despite Israel’s bombardment of Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon and discussions of retaliation for an Iranian missile attack. At a White House briefing, he expressed optimism, saying, “I don’t believe there is going to be an all-out war. I think we can […]
Donald Trump urged a federal judge to dismiss two obstruction charges related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling. His lawyers argued that the ruling raises the legal standard for such offenses, impacting charges of corruptly obstructing Congress on January 6, 2021. Trump has pleaded not guilty […]