The Ramoji Excellence Awards in Hyderabad brought together Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for a heartfelt tribute to the late media icon Ramoji Rao. Both leaders reflected on Ramoji’s unmatched integrity, influence, and disciplined approach to life. Their speeches emphasized that his impact on Telugu society extended far beyond the realms of media or business, resting instead on values that inspired generations. Chandraba

A tragic accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims, many of them from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana. The victims were travelling from Mecca to Madinah when their bus collided with a diesel tanker near Mufrihat early Monday. The impact of the crash was devastating, leaving dozens dead and several severely injured according to early reports. Rescue teams, paramedics and local authorities reached the spot immediately to carry out emergency respo

The United States is preparing a major escalation in its economic pressure campaign against Russia, with President Donald Trump announcing that he supports Senate legislation enabling Washington to impose tariffs of up to 500 percent on countries that continue significant trade with Moscow. The measure represents one of the most aggressive attempts yet to curtail Russian war funding and signals growing frustration in Washington over the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Speaking before

Santa Clara County’s recently approved sales tax increase has triggered a growing conflict among its supporters, with county officials, law enforcement leaders and community advocates divided over how the revenue should be distributed. The dispute centers on Measure A, a five-eighths-cent sales tax increase approved by 57% of voters, which county leaders described as a critical source of funding for the region’s strained public hospital system. Now, disagreements over future budget alloca

President Donald Trump formally withdrew his endorsement of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene on Friday, ending a long-running alliance that had once positioned Greene among his most vocal supporters in Congress. The move marked the latest escalation in a widening political rift, one that has increasingly drawn national attention as debates over foreign policy, party loyalty, and the handling of Justice Department documents connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein intensify in

San Jose Mineta International Airport temporarily evacuated Terminal B on Friday night after a fire alarm caused what officials later confirmed to be a false alert. The unexpected activation of the alarm prompted an immediate response and the rapid clearing of the terminal as safety protocols were implemented. Airport authorities emphasized that the evacuation was precautionary and that no actual fire or safety threat was present at any time. According to airport officials, the alar

US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he intends to file a lawsuit seeking between $1 billion and $5 billion against the BBC, following the broadcaster’s apology for a misleading edit of one of his speeches. Trump said the legal action would likely begin next week and insisted that the broadcaster had already “admitted” wrongdoing, though it has publicly denied that its actions meet the threshold for defamation. The dispute centers on a video segment included in a documen

A deadly landslide in Indonesia’s Central Java province has left six people confirmed dead and 17 others missing after days of unrelenting heavy rainfall. Local authorities reported that the incident occurred on Thursday in the city of Cilacap, where a mass of soil and debris swept through Cibeunying village and buried a cluster of homes. The disaster struck during a period of intense seasonal rains that have raised the threat of landslides and flash floods across several regions of the cou

In the last few years, remote work opportunities from the United States have opened the door for skilled professionals in India to build high-paying global careers without relocating. With U.S. companies rapidly embracing distributed teams, talented Indian candidates now have access to flexible jobs, dollar-based pay, and career growth while staying in the comfort of India. Whether you are a software developer, designer, marketer, customer support executive, or finance professional, U.S. remo

Government contracting is one of the most rewarding and stable career paths for Indian professionals living in the United States. From IT and cybersecurity to engineering and project management, thousands of Indians work for US federal contractors every year. These jobs offer competitive salaries, long-term projects, job security, and exposure to high-impact federal programs. Even though many government jobs require US citizenship, government contracting

Remote work has become one of the biggest advantages for Indian software developers living in the United States. With the rise of flexible work models, tech companies across the US now hire skilled engineers regardless of location. For Indian developers on H1B, L1, H4 EAD, F1 OPT, or Green Card, remote work offers career growth, stability, and improved work-life balance. Whether you want to avoid long commutes, save time for family, or work for global companies from your home office, remote o

Staying employable after age 50 has become an important topic in today’s rapidly changing job market. Many professionals worry that companies prefer younger candidates, or that new technologies may make their skills outdated. However, the reality is that individuals over 50 bring unmatched strengths—experience, maturity, reliability, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. By adopting the right strategies, professionals can not only stay employable but also thrive, grow, and even start

A powerful explosion struck an industrial zone on the outskirts of Buenos Aires on Friday, sending shockwaves across the city of Ezeiza and triggering a sprawling fire that authorities struggled to contain for hours. Local officials reported that at least 22 people were injured as thick smoke and flames consumed multiple factories in the area, raising concerns about long-term environmental and operational impact on surrounding communities. The incident prompted a major emergency response, wit

The United States is developing a proposal that would divide Gaza into separate security and reconstruction areas as part of a broader plan connected to an upcoming vote at the United Nations Security Council. The plan, described in military documents referenced by officials familiar with the discussions, outlines a division of the territory into a green zone that would fall under Israeli and international military oversight and a red zone that would remain heavily damaged following months of

  US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order removing import tariffs on a broad selection of food products in an effort to curb rising grocery costs and ease pressure on consumers. The decision marks one of the most significant adjustments to his trade policy since tariffs were introduced as a central feature of his economic agenda. The order comes at a moment when Americans have voiced growing frustration over inflation, particularly food prices, following last we

The luxury housing market in central Ohio recorded another strong month in October, with Franklin County leading high-end sales as the most expensive property reached a price of $2.4 million. Delaware County also saw significant movement in the upper tier of its residential market, where two homes tied for the top position at $1.5 million each. Together, the regions reflected a steady appetite for premium real estate across several of the area’s most sought-after communities. In F

Cook County property owners are finally set to receive their long-delayed second installment property tax bills, with officials confirming that 1.8 million bills are expected to be mailed by Friday. The bills, which are normally delivered during the summer, will carry a due date of December 15, marking the end of a months-long delay that left many residents uncertain about their financial planning for the year. The delay stems from an extensive modernization of Cook County’s aging

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party is positioned to advance crucial trade negotiations with the United States after securing a decisive electoral victory in Bihar, a development that analysts say could provide New Delhi with the political space needed to offer farm-related concessions long sought by Washington. The National Democratic Alliance, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, appeared headed for an overwhelming win as early trends from the Election Commission showed the coalition leadi

Tensions between China and Japan escalated sharply this week after Beijing delivered a series of unusually forceful warnings against any potential Japanese involvement in the Taiwan Strait. China’s defence ministry declared that Japan would face what it called a crushing defeat at the hands of the People’s Liberation Army if Tokyo attempted to intervene militarily in a Taiwan conflict. The warning, issued on Friday, followed a similar statement from China’s foreign ministry a day earlie

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is preparing for a high-stakes visit to Washington this week, marking his first trip to the United States in seven years. The visit comes at a moment of deep regional unease, with Saudi Arabia seeking firmer American security guarantees as tensions rise across the Middle East. While US President Donald Trump is expected to press the crown prince to move toward normalising relations with Israel, officials and analysts suggest that Riyadh remains reluctant