In recent years, affluent Indian families have increasingly turned to offshore gifting as a means to support their children settled abroad, whether for education, property acquisitions, or participation in investor immigration programs like the U.S. EB-5 visa. While such familial financial support is common, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has intensified scrutiny over these transactions, particularly when they involve significant foreign investments and large remittances. T

In a hard-fought community effort, residents of West Jefferson, Ohio, have successfully stopped a proposed biodigester project that had stirred deep concerns over environmental risks and its proximity to residential neighborhoods. After months of advocacy, the company behind the project withdrew its plans, signaling a major win for local voices who refused to be sidelined. The proposed facility, intended for Madison County, would have processed cow manure and food waste into renewable natural ga

New Jersey residents officially have just one week remaining to obtain a Real ID before the federally enforced deadline of May 7. After this date, travelers without a Real ID-compliant license or a valid passport may be denied boarding at airport security checkpoints. The identification upgrade, long delayed since its original rollout, is about to become a strict requirement. The Real ID Act, passed to enhance national security, will require travelers to present federally approved identification

Yuzvendra Chahal brought IPL 2025 to life with a sensational performance on Wednesday, securing his second career hat-trick in the league during Punjab Kings’ clash with Chennai Super Kings. The 19th over at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium turned into a nightmare for CSK and a moment of magic for PBKS, as Chahal dismissed four batters in just six deliveries swinging the match and delivering a crushing blow to CSK’s playoff hopes. Among the many fans and cricket personalit

The Supreme Court on Thursday sharply criticized a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a judicial probe into the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, that claimed the lives of 26 people mostly civilians. The petition, filed by Fatesh Kumar Shahu, Mohammad Junaid, and Vicky Kumar, was met with firm resistance from the bench, which questioned the timing and intent behind the plea. Justice Surya Kant expressed strong disapproval, stating, “Is this the way you want

Pregnancy is a unique and transformative experience, but it also comes with its share of emotional, physical, and hormonal challenges. While occasional stress is expected, consistently high stress levels during pregnancy can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby. A recent study has revealed that stress during pregnancy doesn’t just affect the expecting mother—it can also alter a baby’s brain development even before birth. According to the new resea

It’s completely normal to forget things occasionally like where you left your keys or the name of a new acquaintance. However, when memory lapses begin to interfere with daily life, relationships, and decision-making, they could be signs of something more serious. Conditions like mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, or other neurological disorders often begin subtly, and early detection is critical for timely intervention. Here are eight warning signs that you

In a momentous development for India's space program, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set for his maiden journey to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4). The mission, a private endeavor organized by Axiom Space in collaboration with NASA, SpaceX, and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), will see Shukla take flight aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is scheduled for 10:33 pm IST on May 29, 2025, from NASA’s Kennedy S

In an eye-opening revelation that underscores the worsening cost-of-living crisis in California, new data shows that individuals earning over $100,000 annually in four Bay Area counties are now classified as "low income." According to a recent report from the California Department of Housing and Community Development, single residents in Marin, San Mateo, San Francisco, and Santa Clara counties fall into this category despite salaries that would be considered high in most parts of the

What if the formula you're feeding your baby contains more than just nutrients? New findings have shocked parents and health experts alike, revealing that several popular powdered baby formulas contain traces of toxic substances—putting the health of countless infants at potential risk. A recent independent study tested 41 different powdered baby formulas available across the U.S. and discovered that 20 of them showed detectable levels of dangerous contaminants, includin

More than 7.2 million Americans are now living with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2025 Facts and Figures report released Tuesday. Of those, over 459,000 live in Texas, placing the state among the hardest hit by this debilitating illness. The new data underscores not only the growing burden of Alzheimer’s, but also the unrecognized labor and emotional toll carried by over 1 million unpaid caregivers in Texas alone. The disease, which ca

India’s top security and political leadership gathered for back-to-back high-level meetings on Wednesday to discuss the country’s evolving strategy following the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 tourists were killed. With tensions rising between India and Pakistan, the government’s response has included hard-hitting diplomatic and policy-level decisions, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prim

In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario

 California agricultural officials have begun releasing millions of sterile Mediterranean fruit flies, known as Medflies, across Alameda County in a strategic attempt to eradicate the destructive pest that reemerged in the region in the summer of 2024. Though the discovery sparked alarm, experts now say this latest move may signal not the start of an outbreak, but potentially its end. The Medfly is considered one of the most dangerous agricultural pests in the world due to it

A new artificial intelligence-powered app developed in the Bay Area is offering a glimmer of hope for people at risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as ALS. The app, called EverythingALS, is the brainchild of Indu Navar, a former tech executive who channeled personal loss into innovation after losing her husband, Peter, to the disease. With ALS notoriously difficult to detect early, this tool could change the trajectory for thousands of patients and their families by offeri

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver her first major speech since the 2024 election loss at a San Francisco hotel on Wednesday evening. The event, marking the 20th anniversary of the Emerge program, will take place at the historic Palace Hotel. Harris, who has been somewhat out of the public eye following her loss to President Donald Trump last November, is expected to address the challenges and opportunities facing women in politics. Her speech comes just as Trump hits his firs

The quiet rural landscape of White Township in Warren County may soon become home to a fully functional solar power facility, pending one last step of approval. The Foul Rift Solar Farm, which spans 56 acres at 46 Foul Rift Road, has completed all major installations including its solar panels and power lines. Developed by CEP Renewables, the project is poised to begin generating electricity but first needs a final major site plan approval from the township's planning board. This crucial

  Where you live in the United States can still strongly determine how long you live, according to a comprehensive study by researchers at Yale. Despite remarkable medical and technological advances over the last century, several U.S. states, particularly in the South, have seen almost no progress in life expectancy—especially among women. This revelation comes from an extensive analysis of death data from 179 million people born between 1900 and 2000, shedding light on how geo

A groundbreaking study has revealed that exposure to phthalates chemicals commonly used to make plastics flexible may have played a major role in over 356,000 cardiovascular-related deaths globally in 2018. The research, conducted by a team at New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine, places a spotlight on a widespread environmental health hazard linked to one of the world’s leading causes of death. According to the study, nearly 13.5% of cardiovascular deaths in ind

A tragic incident involving an Indian tech entrepreneur has shocked communities both in the United States and India. Harshavardhana S Kikkeri, 57, founder and CEO of the now-defunct robotics firm HoloWorld, allegedly shot and killed his wife and teenage son before dying by suicide at their home in Newcastle, Washington, on April 24. The incident is currently under investigation by the King County Sheriff's Office, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind this heartbreaki