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Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A Global Voice for Inner Peace and Humanitarian Action

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is widely regarded as one of the most influential spiritual and humanitarian leaders of the modern era. He is best known as the founder of The Art of Living Foundation, through which he has promoted inner…

Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest

The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.

H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure

Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.

Deadly Saudi Bus Crash Claims 42 Indian Pilgrims: Understanding the Umrah Ritual

Deadly Mecca–Madinah Highway Crash Claims Lives of 42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims A major tragedy unfolded on the Mecca–Madinah highway early Monday, where at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed after their bus collided with a diesel tanker. The impact…

Trump Rejects Israeli West Bank Annexation Efforts Amid U.S. Peace Strategy

Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly dismissed recent efforts by some Israeli lawmakers to annex the West Bank, stating unequivocally that Israel is “not going to do anything” with the territory. This declaration comes after Israel’s Knesset approved a…

President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza

On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…

Between Markets and Mandates: India’s Russian Oil Balancing Act Faces American Pressure

Washington DC/New Delhi – A familiar script is playing out once again in global geopolitics: oil, diplomacy, and the shadow of war. Former U.S. President Donald Trump, now a central figure in the 2025 Republican campaign, made headlines on Saturday…

Judge Halts Trump-Era Deportations to South Sudan Over Legal Violations

In a significant immigration ruling, U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy has ordered the Trump administration to retain custody of a group of immigrants who were recently deported to South Sudan. The decision follows claims that the Department of Homeland Security…

Trump’s Gulf Visit Blurs Lines Between Diplomacy and Business

Former President Donald Trump has embarked on a high-stakes tour of the Middle East from May 13 to 16, visiting Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Qatar—three economic powerhouses in the Gulf. This marks his first foreign tour…

Judge Halts Trump’s Federal Downsizing Plan, Citing Legal Overreach

A California federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking former President Donald Trump’s sweeping effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce and reorganize 21 government agencies—a move seen as a major setback for the administration’s second-term…

How White Sox Fan ‘Bob’ Defied the Odds to Become the First U.S. Pope

In a stunning turn of events, Robert Francis Prevost, known simply as “Bob” to his friends, has made history as the first American pope, adopting the papal name Leo XIV. A mild-mannered cardinal from Chicago, Prevost’s rise to the papacy…

Trump Hints at Major Trade Deal Announcement Amid Ongoing Tariff Disputes

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has teased an upcoming announcement regarding a major international trade agreement, fueling speculation during a time of heightened focus on American trade policy. The declaration, expected on May 8, comes as the Trump administration navigates…