The diplomatic and legal standoff between the United States and Venezuela intensified after Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife were transferred to a federal detention facility in Brooklyn following their appearance before a Manhattan federal court. The couple was moved to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where they will remain in custody as legal proceedings continue in the United States.
During the court hearing, Maduro formally entered a plea of not guilty
The diplomatic and legal standoff between the United States and Venezuela intensified after Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife were transferred to a federal detention facility in Brooklyn following their appearance before a Manhattan federal court. The couple was moved to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where they will remain in custody as legal proceedings continue in the United States.
During the court hearing, Maduro formally entered a plea of not guilty
San Jose firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire early Monday morning at a Buddhist temple on Foss Avenue that had already sustained significant damage during a major blaze last year, according to fire officials. Crews were dispatched at approximately 5:37 a.m. to the 90 block of Foss Avenue after reports of a structure fire at Chua Duyen Giac, a large, two-story mixed-use Buddhist temple located in the Alum Rock area.
Firefighters arriving on scene encountered heavy fire condi
San Jose firefighters responded to a three-alarm fire early Monday morning at a Buddhist temple on Foss Avenue that had already sustained significant damage during a major blaze last year, according to fire officials. Crews were dispatched at approximately 5:37 a.m. to the 90 block of Foss Avenue after reports of a structure fire at Chua Duyen Giac, a large, two-story mixed-use Buddhist temple located in the Alum Rock area.
Firefighters arriving on scene encountered heavy fire condi
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly referred to a 19th-century foreign policy principle while addressing media questions about recent US actions in Venezuela, drawing renewed attention to the Monroe Doctrine and its historical significance. Speaking on Saturday, Trump described the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as a modernized extension of the doctrine first articulated in 1823. He characterized the move as an assertion of American authority in the Western Hemis
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly referred to a 19th-century foreign policy principle while addressing media questions about recent US actions in Venezuela, drawing renewed attention to the Monroe Doctrine and its historical significance. Speaking on Saturday, Trump described the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as a modernized extension of the doctrine first articulated in 1823. He characterized the move as an assertion of American authority in the Western Hemis
Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are scheduled to make their first court appearances in New York City, just days after U.S. authorities captured them in a surprise operation that has intensified political tensions across the Western Hemisphere. The couple is being transferred under heavy security to federal court in Manhattan, where they will face a series of serious criminal charges brought by U.S. prosecutors.
According to court documents, Madu
Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are scheduled to make their first court appearances in New York City, just days after U.S. authorities captured them in a surprise operation that has intensified political tensions across the Western Hemisphere. The couple is being transferred under heavy security to federal court in Manhattan, where they will face a series of serious criminal charges brought by U.S. prosecutors.
According to court documents, Madu
In a deeply emotional moment at the Telangana Legislative Council, senior political leader and former BRS member Kavitha broke down in tears while delivering a powerful speech that sent shockwaves across the state’s political landscape. Speaking with visible anguish, Kavitha made serious allegations against the ruling establishment and her own party, stating that she had been selectively targeted
In a deeply emotional moment at the Telangana Legislative Council, senior political leader and former BRS member Kavitha broke down in tears while delivering a powerful speech that sent shockwaves across the state’s political landscape. Speaking with visible anguish, Kavitha made serious allegations against the ruling establishment and her own party, stating that she had been selectively targeted
US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Venezuela following a dramatic military operation in Caracas that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump indicated that additional military action remains a possibility if the South American nation does not comply with US demands, signaling a sharp escalation in Washington’s posture toward the region.
The operation, conducted
US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Venezuela following a dramatic military operation in Caracas that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump indicated that additional military action remains a possibility if the South American nation does not comply with US demands, signaling a sharp escalation in Washington’s posture toward the region.
The operation, conducted
A historic milestone was achieved for North Andhra as the first aircraft successfully landed at the Bhogapuram Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Vizianagaram district. An Air India flight from Delhi touched down as part of a crucial trial run, signaling that the long-awaited airport is nearing operational readiness. The moment carried strong emotional significance for the region, which has been awaiting a major aviation hub for decades. Onboard the flight were Union Civil Aviation
A historic milestone was achieved for North Andhra as the first aircraft successfully landed at the Bhogapuram Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Vizianagaram district. An Air India flight from Delhi touched down as part of a crucial trial run, signaling that the long-awaited airport is nearing operational readiness. The moment carried strong emotional significance for the region, which has been awaiting a major aviation hub for decades. Onboard the flight were Union Civil Aviation
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday announced that the United States had carried out what he described as “large scale” strikes against Venezuela, triggering international attention and raising urgent questions about the status of the South American nation’s leadership. In a statement released on his Truth Social platform, Trump claimed that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, had been captured during the operation and removed from the country.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday announced that the United States had carried out what he described as “large scale” strikes against Venezuela, triggering international attention and raising urgent questions about the status of the South American nation’s leadership. In a statement released on his Truth Social platform, Trump claimed that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, had been captured during the operation and removed from the country.
Venezuela has formally accused the United States under President Donald Trump of carrying out what it described as extremely serious military aggression after a series of loud explosions were reported in the capital city of Caracas. In a strongly worded statement issued by the Venezuelan government, officials said the incident amounted to a direct attack on the country’s sovereignty and national security. Caracas claimed the alleged aggression was aimed at destabilizing the nation and gaining
Venezuela has formally accused the United States under President Donald Trump of carrying out what it described as extremely serious military aggression after a series of loud explosions were reported in the capital city of Caracas. In a strongly worded statement issued by the Venezuelan government, officials said the incident amounted to a direct attack on the country’s sovereignty and national security. Caracas claimed the alleged aggression was aimed at destabilizing the nation and gaining
Russia sharply criticized the United States on Saturday following reports of a large-scale military strike on Venezuela, describing the operation as an act of armed aggression and warning that the situation risks further destabilization if restraint is not exercised. The condemnation came after a series of explosions were reported in Caracas in the early hours of the morning, raising fears of a major escalation in an already volatile geopolitical standoff.
In a statement issued by t
Russia sharply criticized the United States on Saturday following reports of a large-scale military strike on Venezuela, describing the operation as an act of armed aggression and warning that the situation risks further destabilization if restraint is not exercised. The condemnation came after a series of explosions were reported in Caracas in the early hours of the morning, raising fears of a major escalation in an already volatile geopolitical standoff.
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Tensions between Washington and Tehran intensified on Friday after a senior Iranian official warned that U.S. military installations and personnel across the Middle East could be targeted if the United States intervenes in Iran’s internal unrest. The warning came hours after former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States was prepared to protect protesters in Iran if authorities used force against them.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s parliament,
Tensions between Washington and Tehran intensified on Friday after a senior Iranian official warned that U.S. military installations and personnel across the Middle East could be targeted if the United States intervenes in Iran’s internal unrest. The warning came hours after former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States was prepared to protect protesters in Iran if authorities used force against them.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s parliament,
A 25-year-old student from Telangana lost his life in Germany after attempting to escape from a fire that broke out in his apartment building on December 31, turning what should have been the start of a new year into a moment of deep grief for his family and community. The student, Hruthik Reddy, hailed from Malkapur village in Jangaon district and had been residing in Brandenburg, near Berlin, while pursuing higher studies.
According to information provided by his family, a fire er
A 25-year-old student from Telangana lost his life in Germany after attempting to escape from a fire that broke out in his apartment building on December 31, turning what should have been the start of a new year into a moment of deep grief for his family and community. The student, Hruthik Reddy, hailed from Malkapur village in Jangaon district and had been residing in Brandenburg, near Berlin, while pursuing higher studies.
According to information provided by his family, a fire er
Congress adjourned for the year without renewing enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, a decision expected to significantly affect health coverage across Ohio beginning in 2026. State health policy analysts warn that as many as 140,000 Ohio residents could lose insurance coverage as premiums rise sharply following the expiration of the enhanced premium tax credits at the end of 2025.
The Affordable Care Act has provided premium tax credits since 2014 to help eligible individuals a
Congress adjourned for the year without renewing enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, a decision expected to significantly affect health coverage across Ohio beginning in 2026. State health policy analysts warn that as many as 140,000 Ohio residents could lose insurance coverage as premiums rise sharply following the expiration of the enhanced premium tax credits at the end of 2025.
The Affordable Care Act has provided premium tax credits since 2014 to help eligible individuals a
Illinois is set to enter 2026 with sweeping changes to state policy as more than 200 new laws take effect at the start of the year, touching nearly every aspect of daily life. The legislation approved by lawmakers spans healthcare access, workplace protections, public safety, education standards, insurance coverage and the growing role of artificial intelligence, marking one of the most expansive legislative updates in recent years.
Several of the most consequential measures focus o
Illinois is set to enter 2026 with sweeping changes to state policy as more than 200 new laws take effect at the start of the year, touching nearly every aspect of daily life. The legislation approved by lawmakers spans healthcare access, workplace protections, public safety, education standards, insurance coverage and the growing role of artificial intelligence, marking one of the most expansive legislative updates in recent years.
Several of the most consequential measures focus o
A century ago, the notion of restoring lost senses or detecting ancient life beyond Earth belonged firmly to science fiction. In 2025, such ideas moved decisively into reality as a series of scientific breakthroughs reshaped long-standing assumptions across medicine, space science, climate research, and artificial intelligence. These advances did not arrive as distant promises or speculative theories, but as working solutions that delivered measurable results and altered how science interacts
A century ago, the notion of restoring lost senses or detecting ancient life beyond Earth belonged firmly to science fiction. In 2025, such ideas moved decisively into reality as a series of scientific breakthroughs reshaped long-standing assumptions across medicine, space science, climate research, and artificial intelligence. These advances did not arrive as distant promises or speculative theories, but as working solutions that delivered measurable results and altered how science interacts
A significant legal challenge to the steep increase in H-1B visa fees has suffered a major setback after a US District Court ruled that the federal government acted within its legal authority. The ruling has delivered a blow to business and employer groups that argued the move would restrict access to skilled foreign talent, even as the H-1B visa programme continues to face mounting pressure from stricter regulations and prolonged processing delays across the globe.
The decision was i
A significant legal challenge to the steep increase in H-1B visa fees has suffered a major setback after a US District Court ruled that the federal government acted within its legal authority. The ruling has delivered a blow to business and employer groups that argued the move would restrict access to skilled foreign talent, even as the H-1B visa programme continues to face mounting pressure from stricter regulations and prolonged processing delays across the globe.
The decision was i
Eurostar suspended all of its train services on Tuesday after a power supply failure in the Channel Tunnel forced operations to a halt during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. The disruption came as thousands of passengers were travelling between Christmas and New Year, with services to and from London particularly affected. The sudden suspension triggered widespread delays and uncertainty for travellers relying on high-speed rail connections between the United Kingdom and mainla
Eurostar suspended all of its train services on Tuesday after a power supply failure in the Channel Tunnel forced operations to a halt during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. The disruption came as thousands of passengers were travelling between Christmas and New Year, with services to and from London particularly affected. The sudden suspension triggered widespread delays and uncertainty for travellers relying on high-speed rail connections between the United Kingdom and mainla
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is scheduled to attend the state funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka on December 31, marking a significant diplomatic gesture at a time of strained relations between the two neighbouring countries. The decision comes amid heightened political uncertainty in Bangladesh and a broader reassessment of regional alignments in South Asia following last year’s dramatic change of government in Dhaka.
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India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is scheduled to attend the state funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka on December 31, marking a significant diplomatic gesture at a time of strained relations between the two neighbouring countries. The decision comes amid heightened political uncertainty in Bangladesh and a broader reassessment of regional alignments in South Asia following last year’s dramatic change of government in Dhaka.
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Vaikuntha Ekadashi is often observed with fasting, temple visits and devotional practices, but traditional sources describe it as far more than a symbolic religious occasion. Ancient Hindu texts and yogic teachings present the observance as a carefully timed alignment of cosmic movements, biological rhythms and human consciousness, established long before the emergence of modern scientific terminology. The day is traditionally observed during Dhanur Masa, in the bright fortnight of Margashirsha, immediately preceding Makara Sankranti, when the Sun begins its northward journey known as Uttarayana.
While many temples ceremonially open a northern gate on this day, classical interpretations clarify that the reference is not primarily architectural. Yogic literature describes Vaikuntha as a state beyond limitation and suffering, and Dvara as a gateway. Together, the term points toward an internal transition rather than a physical passage. According to yogic physiology, this gateway corresponds to the Sushumna Nadi, the central energy channel that runs along the spinal axis. Texts such as the Shiva Samhita state that liberation is experienced when prana, or vital energy, flows freely through this central channel without obstruction.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is observed on Ekadashi tithi, a lunar phase traditionally associated with reduced digestive activity in the human body. Yogic science holds that on this day the digestive system operates at a minimum, making fasting less stressful on the body. Through fasting, the downward-moving energy known as Apana Vayu is restrained, allowing prana to move upward more naturally. This upward movement is believed to balance the Ida and Pingala nadis, often described as the lunar and solar energy channels, creating conditions favorable for the activation of the Sushumna Nadi. Contemporary scientific research into fasting has begun to recognize restorative processes that align with these ancient observations.
Classical yogic texts further explain this mechanism. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika notes that when food intake and sensory distractions are restrained, prana is more likely to enter the central channel. The timing of Vaikuntha Ekadashi coincides with the Sun’s transition toward Uttarayana, symbolically mirroring the upward movement of consciousness described in yogic practices. This phase is traditionally associated with the awakening of higher centers of awareness, moving from the lower chakras toward Ajna and Sahasrara.
Hindu scriptures also describe cosmic time in a distinctive way, defining a single day of the devas as consisting of six months of Uttarayana and six months of Dakshinayana. In this framework, one human year equals one full day and night for celestial beings. Vaikuntha Ekadashi is therefore regarded as marking a cosmic dawn within this larger cycle.
Devotional practices on this day traditionally include the recitation of the Dwadashakshari mantra, Om Namo Narayanaya, as a form of japa. Beyond ritual observance, the day is understood as an opportunity for internal alignment, where seasonal astronomy, lunar dynamics and human physiology converge. Ancient seers embedded this observance into the calendar as a reminder of harmony between the cosmos and the individual.
The invocation Hari Om, often associated with Vaikuntha Ekadashi, reflects this integrated vision. Hari signifies the principle that removes sorrow, ignorance and bondage, while Om represents the primordial sound identified with ultimate reality. Together, they express an aspiration toward clarity and balance within the larger cosmic order.
Viewed through this lens, Vaikuntha Ekadashi stands as a structured convergence of spiritual practice and natural rhythms, emphasizing introspection, restraint and alignment rather than mere ritual formality.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is often observed with fasting, temple visits and devotional practices, but traditional sources describe it as far more than a symbolic religious occasion. Ancient Hindu texts and yogic teachings present the observance as a carefully timed alignment of cosmic movements, biological rhythms and human consciousness, established long before the emergence of modern scientific terminology. The day is traditionally observed during Dhanur Masa, in the bright fortnight of Margashirsha, immediately preceding Makara Sankranti, when the Sun begins its northward journey known as Uttarayana.
While many temples ceremonially open a northern gate on this day, classical interpretations clarify that the reference is not primarily architectural. Yogic literature describes Vaikuntha as a state beyond limitation and suffering, and Dvara as a gateway. Together, the term points toward an internal transition rather than a physical passage. According to yogic physiology, this gateway corresponds to the Sushumna Nadi, the central energy channel that runs along the spinal axis. Texts such as the Shiva Samhita state that liberation is experienced when prana, or vital energy, flows freely through this central channel without obstruction.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is observed on Ekadashi tithi, a lunar phase traditionally associated with reduced digestive activity in the human body. Yogic science holds that on this day the digestive system operates at a minimum, making fasting less stressful on the body. Through fasting, the downward-moving energy known as Apana Vayu is restrained, allowing prana to move upward more naturally. This upward movement is believed to balance the Ida and Pingala nadis, often described as the lunar and solar energy channels, creating conditions favorable for the activation of the Sushumna Nadi. Contemporary scientific research into fasting has begun to recognize restorative processes that align with these ancient observations.
Classical yogic texts further explain this mechanism. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika notes that when food intake and sensory distractions are restrained, prana is more likely to enter the central channel. The timing of Vaikuntha Ekadashi coincides with the Sun’s transition toward Uttarayana, symbolically mirroring the upward movement of consciousness described in yogic practices. This phase is traditionally associated with the awakening of higher centers of awareness, moving from the lower chakras toward Ajna and Sahasrara.
Hindu scriptures also describe cosmic time in a distinctive way, defining a single day of the devas as consisting of six months of Uttarayana and six months of Dakshinayana. In this framework, one human year equals one full day and night for celestial beings. Vaikuntha Ekadashi is therefore regarded as marking a cosmic dawn within this larger cycle.
Devotional practices on this day traditionally include the recitation of the Dwadashakshari mantra, Om Namo Narayanaya, as a form of japa. Beyond ritual observance, the day is understood as an opportunity for internal alignment, where seasonal astronomy, lunar dynamics and human physiology converge. Ancient seers embedded this observance into the calendar as a reminder of harmony between the cosmos and the individual.
The invocation Hari Om, often associated with Vaikuntha Ekadashi, reflects this integrated vision. Hari signifies the principle that removes sorrow, ignorance and bondage, while Om represents the primordial sound identified with ultimate reality. Together, they express an aspiration toward clarity and balance within the larger cosmic order.
Viewed through this lens, Vaikuntha Ekadashi stands as a structured convergence of spiritual practice and natural rhythms, emphasizing introspection, restraint and alignment rather than mere ritual formality.
