Gurindervir Singh’s Record Comeback Gurindervir Singh’s record-breaking 10.09-second run has turned Indian sprinting into one of the most exciting stories in athletics. Gurindervir Breaks A Big Barrier Punjab sprinter Gurindervir Singh has reclaimed the title of India’s fastest man after clocking a stunning 10.09 seconds in the 100m race. The timing made him the first Indian male sprinter to go below 10.10 seconds, a ma

May 30, 2026: Delhi Police Bust Alleged Cross-Border Terror Module Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected members of an alleged ISI-linked terror module. Investigators say the group was planning attacks in Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities. Major Terror Plot Suspected Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected terrori

May 30, 2026: Churu-Bikaner Dust Storm Update A severe sandstorm swept across parts of Rajasthan, especially Churu and Bikaner, reducing visibility and disrupting normal movement. The dust storm was followed by rain in some areas, bringing sudden weather changes and safety concerns for residents and commuters.   Heavy Sandstorm Hits Rajasthan A powerful sandstorm swept through parts of Rajasthan, cr

DHS Green Card Update Eases Applicant Concerns   Green Card Applicants Get Big Relief The US Department of Homeland Security has clarified that most green card applicants will not have to leave the United States while their applications are under review. The DHS green card clarification comes after earlier remarks from USCIS created confusion among immigrants, employers, and visa holders.   Adjustment Of S

L K Atheeq Recalls Siddaramaiah’s Discipline During Personal Grief   Personal Loss And Public Duty Siddaramaiah’s political journey is often discussed through elections, welfare schemes, and budget decisions. But a recollection by bureaucrat L K Atheeq gives a more personal view of the Karnataka Chief Minister. After the death of his elder son, Rakesh Siddaramaiah, in 2

Kerala’s menstrual leave proposal has opened a wider discussion on dignity, school support and period education for both girls and boys.

Indian-origin Jersey City speller Ishaan Gupta finished second at the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee after a tense 90-second spell-off in Washington, D.C. The 12-year-old seventh-grader from Jersey City, New Jersey, earned national attention with a runner-up finish and a $25,000 prize. Who Is Ishaan Gupta, the Indian-Origin Jersey City Speller? Gupta represented Hudson County on the national stage after adv

In May 2026, a digital protest movement called the Cockroach Janata Party, or CJP, emerged online in India. The movement was sparked by a controversial remark reportedly made by the Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, likening certain unemployed youth to “cockroaches.” While the comment was later clarified to refer only to fake degree holders, the youth quickly embraced the term, turning it into a symbol of their frustration with unemployment, inflation, and unfair recruitment practices.

The Delhi High Court has rejected Pernod Ricard’s appeal to resume sales of its popular brands, Absolut Vodka and Chivas Regal, keeping the ban in place for the third consecutive year. The ruling comes amid ongoing corporate investigations and a $314 million tax dispute, intensifying pressure on the French liquor giant. Delhi is a critical market for Pernod Ricard, representing nearly 5% of its nationwide sales. B

Chola Heritage And India’s Recovery Efforts The return of the Leiden copper plates to India has once again brought attention to the extraordinary legacy of the Chola Empire. These plates, also known as the Anaimangalam copper plates, are among the most important written records of Chola history. They are not just inscriptions on metal, but valuable documents that reveal how the Cholas governed, recorded land grants and maint

World Cup Fever Returns To India The FIFA World Cup 2026 may be hosted in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but the excitement will strongly echo across India. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with 48 teams competing in 104 matches, making it the biggest edition in World Cup history. For Indian football fans, the World Cup is not just an international sporting event. It is a celebration that returns every

Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on May 28, 2026, after following the Congress high command’s direction and submitting his resignation letter at the Governor’s office in Bengaluru. The move has triggered major political attention in Karnataka, with focus now shifting to the Congress party’s next Chief Minister choice. Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on Thursday, marking a major political turn in the state after days of specu

EB-2 India is unavailable for fiscal year 2026 after all available visa numbers for Indian applicants were used, pausing final Green Card approvals until the next fiscal year begins on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The U.S. State Department said all available Employment-Based Second Preference immigrant visas for applicants chargeable to India have been issued for FY2026. As a result, U.S. embassies and consulates cannot issue additional EB-2 immigrant visas in these cases for the rema

Historic Meeting After 12 Years Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today, May 27, 2026, marking their first interaction in 12 years. Their previous meeting took place in Coimbatore during the 2014 election campaign. With Vijay now serving as the state’s chief minister and leading TVK, the meeting is highly anticipated. Political analysts predict that this inter

Singapore Court Issues Jail Term Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court in a contempt of court case. The order is linked to allegations that he failed to comply with court directions related to asset disclosure and legal proceedings. Reports said the court also directed him to surrender and pay costs of S$90,000. The development has brought f

Bakrid, also known as Eid al-Adha, will be celebrated on May 28, 2026 in India, following moon sighting confirmations in different states. The festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion, highlighting his willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. Observed worldwide, Bakrid emphasizes faith, charity, and community unity, and is considered one of the two major Islamic festivals. Key Points: Bakrid 2026 falls on May

A Borman Expressway shooting on I-80/94 in Hammond, Indiana, left an Indiana State Police trooper injured and a suspect dead after a traffic stop near Indianapolis Boulevard. The shooting happened just after midnight CDT on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, near the Illinois-Indiana state line, according to Indiana State Police. The incident caused major lane closures and disrupted the morning commute on one of Northwest Indiana’s busiest highway corridors.

Meghnaben Patel, a 45-year-old Indian-origin woman from Gujarat, was shot dead inside a supermarket in Virginia on Saturday morning, May 23, 2026, in what reports described as a suspected robbery attempt. Patel had reportedly worked at the store for nearly 10 years. Patel was originally from Jantral village in Gujarat’s Mehsana district. News of her death has triggered grief among her family in Gujarat and concern among Indian-origin families in the United States. Masked Gunman Opened Fire at Close Range CCTV footage that surfaced online reportedly showed a masked man entering the nearly empty supermarket while posing as a customer. The suspect was seen wearing a jacket, face covering, gloves and camouflage or animal-print pants as he approached the counter where Patel was standing. After briefly speaking with Patel, the man pulled out a handgun and opened fire from close range. Patel collapsed behind the counter after being shot. The attacker then moved over the counter, fired again and fled the store. Police Investigation Underway; Shooter Later Found Dead Local police reached the scene after receiving information about the shooting, cordoned off the area and launched an investigation. Special teams were reportedly deployed to trace the attacker. A later report said authorities confirmed that the shooter had no known connection with Patel and was later found dead. The suspect’s identity and exact motive were not clearly available in the source material reviewed. The exact Virginia city, supermarket name and police department handling the case were not immediately confirmed in the available reports reviewed. Gujarat Family and US Gujarati Community Mourn Patel is survived by her husband, Upendrabhai Patel, daughter Nakshiben and son Smit, who live in the United States. Her parents, Karsanbhai Patel and Kapilaben, live in Jantral village, according to reports. Her killing has caused grief in her hometown and concern within the Gujarati community in the US, especially as reports described her as another Gujarat native killed in the United States this year.

Tensions were reported in Mumbai’s Mira Road area ahead of Bakrid after a dispute broke out over goats allegedly being kept inside a residential housing complex for sacrifice. The incident took place at Srishti Complex in Poonam Cluster-1 near Mira Road, where some residents and members of Hindu organisations objected to a temporary shed reportedly built to house sacrificial goats within the society premises. Following objections during the day, the temporary structure w

Television actors Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya have welcomed twin baby boys, nearly 10 years after their wedding. The couple shared the happy news through a joint social media post, writing that they had asked for happiness and were blessed with “double.” Vivek also expressed his joy as a new father, saying, “The Boys are here… Mere Karan Arjun aa gaye,” while asking fans for love and blessings as he and Divyanka begin their parenthood journey.