The Trump administration has come under intense criticism after the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) confirmed that nearly ten million dollars’ worth of contraceptives earmarked for people in low-income nations were deliberately destroyed earlier this year. The products, which included birth control pills, intrauterine devices, and hormonal implants valued at $9.7 million, were stored in a warehouse in Belgium before being incinerated at a medical waste facilit

In a shocking case that has raised serious concerns about medical ethics, Indian-origin physician Dr. Suman Khulbe has lost her licence to practice in Canada after being found guilty of sexually abusing patients. The College of Physicians and Surgeons revoked her registration following a disciplinary hearing that revealed disturbing details about her conduct. Khulbe admitted to sexually abusing a male patient, a reve

Fall in Pleasanton is the perfect time to enjoy apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes across the Bay Area. From Livermore to Sebastopol, families can find fresh apples, fun activities, and seasonal treats. Here’s a detailed 2025 guide.   Apple Orchards And Fall Farms Around Pleasanton

United States President Donald Trump’s nominee for ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has suggested that the president may travel to India later this year to attend the Quad Leaders Summit. The remarks came during his Senate confirmation hearing on September 11, where he spoke about the importance of the Quad partnership and the growing strength of India–US relations. While Gor did not announce a confirmed date, he noted that discussions have already taken place about a possible vis

A horrifying incident in Dallas, Texas has shocked the community after a 50-year-old Indian-origin man was brutally killed in front of his family. The victim, identified as Chandramouli Nagamallaiah, was attacked and beheaded outside the Downtown Suites motel, a property located just off Interstate 30 near the Tenison Golf Course. According to police, the suspect has been arrested and charged with capital murder in one of the most violent crimes reported in the area in recent years.

Authorities in Frisco, Texas, are investigating a suspicious device that prompted the evacuation of an apartment complex on Thursday morning. The incident, which took place in the 4900 block of Printers Way between Legacy Drive and the Dallas North Tollway, has led police and fire officials to secure the area while specialists determine the nature of the device. Police confirmed that both Frisco police officers and fire department officials responded quickly after being alerted to t

The possibility of a significant trade agreement between the United States and India has taken center stage after fresh comments by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Speaking about key trade priorities, Lutnick made it clear that progress on the long-discussed deal will depend heavily on India ending its purchase of oil from Russia. His remarks underline the ongoing tensions between Washington and New Delhi over trade practices, energy choices, and global a

Nepal is facing a historic political moment as Gen Z protesters, who have been leading violent demonstrations that left at least 31 dead and over 1,400 injured, push for wholesale change in leadership. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was forced to resign, and the question now is who will head the interim government. Initially, reports from Kathmandu suggested that former Chief Justice and anti-corruption crusader Sushila Karki had been chosen to lead the transit

Sachin Tendulkar, India’s cricketing legend, has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with the position of BCCI president. Tendulkar’s management issued a statement clarifying that no nomination or discussion has taken place regarding his involvement in the upcoming elections. The BCCI elections are scheduled for September 28 during the Annual General Meeting, where key roles including president, vice president, secretary, joint secretary, and

The Delhi High Court has upheld the personality rights of Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, reinforcing that her name, image, voice, and likeness cannot be exploited for commercial purposes without her consent. Justice Tejas Karia ruled that such misuse not only causes financial harm but also damages her dignity and reputation. The order restrained multiple entities from using her personal attributes in advertisements, merchandise, or digital promotions

In what could have been a defining moment in his political journey, Nara Lokesh chose responsibility over applause. At the NDA’s grand “Super Six Super Hit” political event in Anantapur, a massive crowd of over five lakh gathered to cheer for leaders. Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu and deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan received thunderous applause as they acknowledged the love from the audience.

India issued a sharp rebuttal to Switzerland during the 60th Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva after the Swiss delegation expressed concerns about the treatment of minorities in India. Representing New Delhi, Kshitij Tyagi, Counsellor at India’s Permanent Mission in Geneva, described Switzerland’s comments as “surprising, shallow, and ill-informed.” He emphasized that as the current president of the UNHRC, Switzerland sho

Chaos erupted at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on Wednesday afternoon when conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was reportedly shot during a speaking event. The incident occurred around 1:20 p.m. local time, about 20 minutes after Kirk began his remarks before a large audience. Video circulating on social media showed panicked attendees running from the scene, screaming as shots rang out in the vicinity. University officials confirmed that shots w

India has delivered a strong rebuttal at the United Nations Human Rights Council, dismissing Switzerland’s recent remarks on minority protection and freedom of expression as misleading and baseless. At the 5th Meeting of the 60th Session of the UNHRC, Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi said Switzerland’s allegations were surprising, shallow and ill informed, urging the country to focus on its own domestic challenges instead of spreading false narratives about India. Tyagi poi

As President Donald Trump’s 30 day emergency control of Washington D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department comes to an end, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the force will return to a pre emergency status quo. This means the department will no longer be working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a practice that had been introduced under federal control despite not being part of the agency’s usual responsibilities. Bowser reiterated that immigration enforcement is not

A large fire tore through several homes in Paterson early Wednesday morning, damaging at least three row homes and leaving dozens of residents without shelter. Officials reported that the fire started shortly after 3 a.m. inside an apartment building on Elm Street, a residential neighborhood made up of two and three-story structures. Fire crews from Paterson and surrounding towns rushed to the scene to help battle the blaze, which spread quickly through connected row homes before it was broug

A deadly multi vehicle crash early Wednesday morning has left at least one person dead and forced the closure of a major intersection in Plano. Police confirmed that the accident happened shortly before 2 a.m. at the intersection of northbound Dallas Parkway and Plano Parkway. Emergency crews and investigators rushed to the scene where multiple vehicles were involved in the collision, and authorities quickly closed all lanes in every direction. As of 6:30 a.m., the intersection remained compl

The launch of Apple’s iPhone Air at the September 9 ‘Awe Dropping’ event has created a massive buzz in the tech world. Even OpenAI CEO Sam Altman couldn’t resist joining the hype. On X (formerly Twitter), Altman admitted this was the “first iPhone upgrade he really wanted in a while,” calling it “very cool.” He confirmed his excitement was for the ultra-thin 5.6 mm iPhone Air, which weighs just 165 grams and stan

The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is inviting residents to join its free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training Academy this September. The 27-hour multi-day program is designed to teach practical skills that can save lives during disasters. Participants will learn fire safety, medical triage, light search and rescue, disaster preparedness, and team organization techniques that can be applied in real emergencies.

The Supreme Court of India highlighted the resilience of the Indian Constitution on Wednesday by drawing comparisons with the ongoing turmoil in neighboring Nepal and Bangladesh. During a hearing of the presidential reference case, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice Vikram Nath pointed to violent protests shaking both countries. CJI Gavai remarked, “We are proud of our Constitution, see