President Donald Trump signed an executive order halting U.S. foreign development aid for 90 days to evaluate its efficiency and alignment with his “America First” policy. This sweeping directive has led to a global suspension of most aid programs, impacting billions allocated to health, education, and development initiatives. However, military financing for Israel and Egypt, Read More…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed ban on birthright citizenship, set to take effect from February 20, has created ripples among Indian immigrants in the United States. The policy change could significantly impact immigration patterns, with experts predicting a sharp increase in the demand for EB-5 investor visas as an alternative route for securing U.S. Read More…
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship starting February 20, many Indian couples in the United States are requesting preterm cesarean deliveries to ensure their children are born before the policy change. This trend has raised significant health concerns among medical professionals. Dr. S.D. Rama, a maternity specialist in Read More…
TikTok continues to be unavailable on Apple and Google’s U.S. app stores, despite President Donald Trump’s executive order delaying the enforcement of a ban for 75 days. The order, issued on January 19, 2025, provides TikTok and its partners with additional time to operate without penalties, but uncertainty looms as the app remains off the Read More…
In a bid to strengthen ties with the United States and secure legal immigration pathways, the Indian government is set to repatriate around 18,000 undocumented Indian immigrants residing in the U.S. This move aims to address concerns raised by the U.S. administration while safeguarding crucial visa programs, including the H-1B visa, which plays a pivotal Read More…
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, marking a remarkable political comeback. In a powerful inaugural address at the U.S. Capitol, he declared, “The golden age of America begins right now,” promising a new era of prosperity and strength for the nation. Trump’s victory in the November 2024 election Read More…
In a concerning trend, around 20,000 Indian students were among nearly 50,000 international students who failed to comply with their Canadian study permits in 2024, as revealed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). These “no-show” students, who did not attend their assigned educational institutions, accounted for 5.4% of the Indian student population tracked by Read More…
Los Angeles is grappling with catastrophic wildfires that have claimed at least 10 lives and destroyed thousands of structures. The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire, the most severe blazes, have scorched over 30,000 acres, leaving a trail of destruction. Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley warned that powerful winds could worsen the situation, accelerating Read More…
Apple Inc. has reportedly terminated several employees of Indian origin in the U.S. for allegedly exploiting the company’s corporate matching grants program. The program, which matches employee charitable donations to qualifying organizations, is at the center of a growing controversy. The affected employees are accused of collaborating with certain charitable organizations, including the Telugu Association Read More…
In a significant demographic shift, South Korea recorded a rise in its birthrate for the first time in nine years, with 242,334 newborns in 2024—marking a 3.1% increase compared to the previous year. Despite this encouraging sign, the nation continues to face a natural population decline, as deaths rose by 1.93% to 360,757, resulting in Read More…