In a shocking incident, a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was vandalized and stolen in Melbourne, sparking outrage both in India and abroad. The incident has drawn immediate attention from the Indian government, who has called for urgent action from the Australian authorities. The statue, which stood as a symbol of peace and non-violence, was reportedly cut and taken by unknown individuals in an act of desecration. The Indian government swiftly condemned the incident and expressed deep con

Erika Kirk, chief executive officer of Turning Point USA and widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has publicly endorsed US Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 presidential election, marking a notable moment in the early shaping of the next presidential race. The endorsement represents the first major institutional backing for Vance from within the conservative grassroots movement and signals growing consolidation of support among influential Republican-aligned organizations.

Fresh attention has turned to longstanding allegations against Ilhan Omar, the Minnesota congresswoman and Somalia-born US representative, after online commentators revived claims that she engaged in marriage and immigration fraud more than a decade ago. The accusations, which first surfaced in 2016, centre on her 2009 marriage to Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, whom critics allege is her brother. Although no conclusive evidence has ever emerged, the claims regained momentum following recent remarks by

Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced that she will resign from the U.S. House of Representatives in January, bringing an abrupt end to her third term. The decision follows a heated public fallout with President Donald Trump, who recently withdrew his endorsement of the Georgia lawmaker after months of rising tensions. Greene, long known as a vocal Trump ally and one of the most prominent figures associated with the MAGA movement, confirmed her departure late Friday, m

Congress candidate Naveen Yadav has delivered a convincing victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll, securing 98,988 votes after the final round of counting. He defeated BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, who stood at 74,259 votes, resulting in a solid 24,729-vote margin. This win strengthens the Congress position in one of Hyderabad’s most influential constituencies, known for its diverse urban voter base and political significance. The outcome indicates strong approval of the ruling party

President Donald Trump is earning rare praise from across the political spectrum for brokering a landmark peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, but the president is directing his ire toward Time magazine for what he described as an “unflattering” cover photo. In a post early Tuesday on his Truth Social platform, President Trump complained about the image featured on Time’s upcoming November 10 issue, which includes an in-depth story on the Gaza peace deal. “Time Magazine

Every year on October 2, India and the world unite to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, fondly called Bapu. In 2025, this day becomes even more special as it marks the 156th anniversary of the Father of the Nation. Gandhi Jayanti is not just a national holiday in India but also globally recognized as the International Day of Non-Violence, highlighting the universal appeal of Gandhi’s message of peace and trut

Mahatma Gandhi’s iconic statue at Tavistock Square in London was vandalised on Monday, just days before Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. The incident has sparked outrage in India and abroad, with the Indian High Commission in the UK strongly condemning the act as shameful and an attack on the legacy of nonviolence. The plinth of the bronze statue, which depicts Gandhi in a meditative seated posture, was defac

The political spotlight in Telangana is firmly on the Jubilee Hills by-election, and a surprise development has stirred fresh speculation. Former Jubilee Hills MLA P. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy’s meeting with MLC Kavitha at her residence has triggered widespread political chatter. While Vishnu Vardhan stated that his visit was only to invite her to a family event, insiders believe the Jubilee Hills by-poll was also on the agenda.

In a dramatic policy turn, US President Donald Trump announced that 600,000 Chinese students will be allowed to study in American universities, describing the move as vital to Washington’s relationship with Beijing. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said, “We’re going to allow their students to come in. It’s very important, 600,000 students. But we’re going to get along with China.”

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist of Gujarati Muslim ancestry, has made history by winning New York City's Democratic mayoral primary. If elected, Mamdani would become the first Indian-American and Muslim mayor of New York City. However, his victory has sparked significant backlash from far-right politicians and social media users, many of whom have resorted to Islamophobic rhetoric. Among the lo

A groom's unforgettable wedding surprise is winning hearts across the internet, thanks to a high-energy dance performance set to the iconic Bollywood track Dhoom Again from the 2006 film Dhoom 2. The video, filmed during a cross-cultural wedding celebration in Portugal, shows the groom and his best men delivering a lively, well-rehearsed routine that left guests – and the bride – stunned with joy.

In a major loss for the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Telangana's political landscape, senior MLA Maganti Gopinath passed away at 5:45 AM on Sunday, June 8, 2025. He had been under critical care at AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, after suffering a massive cardiac arrest on June 5 at around 2:30 PM. Doctors had placed him on a ventilator, but despite all efforts, the 62-year-old politician could not be revived. Magan

Walmart’s recent move to cut approximately 1,500 jobs has stirred widespread outrage online, particularly among conservative groups who have quickly and loudly blamed the layoffs on the hiring of foreign workers through H-1B visas. The most vocal critics have even tried to tie the decision to a high-ranking Indian-origin executive at the company, despite there being no direct evidence to support such claims. The job cuts span several departments, including the company’

House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping new tax proposal dubbed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” aligning with President Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign promises. The bill includes major tax breaks for workers, significant penalties for elite educational institutions, and the introduction of a 5% tax on money transfers sent abroad, a move likely to impact immigrant families across the country. The proposed legislation eliminates federal income taxes on tips and o

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the southern coastlines of Chile and Argentina on Friday morning, prompting widespread concern and emergency measures, including a tsunami alert. The tremor was recorded at 9:58 a.m. local time and occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers beneath the Drake Passage, a body of water separating South America from Antarctica. According to the US Geological Survey, the quake’s epicenter was located roughly 222 kilometers south of the Chilean cit

In a powerful celebration of beauty beyond age, Hollywood icon Demi Moore has been named the World’s Most Beautiful by People Magazine. The announcement, unveiled on Wednesday with a striking digital cover, highlights the 62-year-old actor’s inspiring journey through fame, ageing, and self-acceptance. The recognition is not only a personal milestone but also a cultural statement challenging society’s long-standing link between beauty and youth. Moore, who

Elon Musk made a notable appearance at Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, donning a black MAGA cap that deviated from the traditional red design. The cap featured a font that many are calling reminiscent of Nazi typography, particularly the blackletter style often associated with heavy-metal bands and certain historical contexts. Experts, such as Cheryl Jacobsen from the University of Iowa, noted that while blackletter fonts have historical roots in German culture,