Several neighborhoods in Schaumburg are under a boil order following an emergency water main break that caused widespread service disruptions and required an overnight shutdown. Crews worked through the night to make repairs after the break forced road closures and left multiple areas without water. Village officials confirmed that the incident affected properties across more than a dozen locations, including a major entertainment venue on North Roselle Road. Water service was res

Columbus drivers are seeing noticeable relief at the pump as average gasoline prices dropped by 20.6 cents per gallon over the past week, reaching exactly $3 per gallon as of Monday. This marks a significant shift from recent months, with prices now 12.2 cents lower than a month ago and an impressive 55.2 cents lower than the same time last year. Across the city, price differences remain substantial. The lowest-priced station on Sunday offered fuel at $2.56 per gallon, while the h

A tragic accident on the East Freeway in Fort Worth has claimed one life and brought all westbound traffic on Interstate 30 to a standstill Monday morning. According to authorities, the crash occurred around 6:26 a.m. near the 1800 block of the East Freeway and involved at least five vehicles. While the exact sequence of events remains under investigation, officials have confirmed that a passenger in one of the vehicles was pronounced dead at the scene by resp

Residents in Passaic County witnessed an unusual wildlife encounter over the weekend when a bear in West Milford was caught opening a car door and then strolling onto a nearby deck. The surprising scene began when the bear approached a parked vehicle, stood upright, and used its paws to open the driver’s side door. After inspecting the interior of the car, the animal wandered toward a nearby home and made itself comfortable on the deck, seemingly unbothered by its surroundin

As California cities increasingly pass laws banning homeless encampments and intensify sweeps, a group of state lawmakers from the San Jose area is moving in the opposite direction. They are backing legislation aimed at protecting homeless individuals and the people who help them from criminal penalties. Senate Bill 643, co-authored by State Senator Sasha Perez and Assemblymembers Ash Kalra, Alex Lee, and Matt Haney, would prohibit cities from enacting ordinances that stop organiz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday evening, reiterating India’s consistent stance on the urgent need for a peaceful and early resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Mr Modi, stressed that India remains committed to contributing in every possible way to ensure peace in the region. According to a detailed statement from Pr

The Income Tax (No 2) Bill, aimed at replacing the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961, has been passed in the Lok Sabha, introducing a ‘S.I.M.P.L.E’ framework Streamlined structure and language, Integrated and concise, Minimised litigation, Practical and transparent, Learn and adapt, and Efficient tax reforms. Presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the bill has been reworked based on 285 recommendations from a select committee led by

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has strongly criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its notice to Rahul Gandhi, stating that the poll body is “not a court” and should not act like one when handling petitions or complaints. Chidambaram said the ECI is an administrative body tasked with ensuring free and fair elections and has a duty not only towards political parties but also to the country’s voters.

Veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Anand Sharma has stepped down as the chairman of the party’s Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), a position he held for nearly a decade. In his resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharma said the department needs reconstitution to bring in younger leaders with potential and promise, ensuring continuity and fresh perspectives in its functioning.

Newly released police documents are shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the death of Emilie Kiser’s three-year-old son, Trigg, who drowned in the family’s backyard pool on May 12. The Chandler Police Department report, made public on August 8, outlines investigative findings and raises questions about the events leading up to the tragedy. On the day of the incident, Emilie’s husband, Bra

On Friday, the Trump administration announced that additional federal law enforcement patrols would begin operating in Washington DC as part of a week-long crime reduction effort. The president stated that multiple federal agencies, including the U.S. Park Police, would participate in the operation aimed at addressing what he described as rampant crime in the nation’s capital. He also suggested that his administration could potentially take full control

Tensions erupted in Kolkata on Saturday during a protest led by the parents of the RG Kar Medical College doctor who was raped and murdered in August 2024. The rally, joined by several BJP leaders including Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, turned chaotic when demonstrators tried to breach police barricades en route to the West Bengal secretariat, Nabanna. Police resorted to a lathicharge and deployed water cannons, with BJP leaders claiming over 100

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar has backed Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s explosive allegations of vote theft during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, adding his own sensational claim about Maharashtra’s assembly polls. Pawar alleged that two individuals approached him ahead of the 2024 Maharashtra elections, guaranteeing victory in 160 out of 288 seats. He said he and Rahul Gandhi declined the offer, choosing not to b

US President Donald Trump has once again taken a hardline stance on trade, defending his controversial tariff policies and warning of dire consequences if they are overturned. Among his recent moves was the imposition of a 50% tariff on Indian imports — a decision that has already sparked concerns in business and diplomatic circles. The tariffs, part of a broader trade strategy, have significantly impacted goods coming from India, including gems, jewelry, and other key exports

Gold jewelry has long been a prized possession for Indian families living in the United States. Beyond its shine and beauty, gold holds deep cultural significance, representing family heritage, memories, and traditions passed down through generations. For years, many NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) purchased gold jewelry either by bringing it from India or buying it at exhibitions in the US. These purchases were both sentimental and practical — offering quality craftsmanship at reasonable p

Kristi Noem, speaking in the Chicago suburb of Lombard on Friday, sharply criticized Illinois officials for what she described as a lack of cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. She claimed that since the beginning of the year, city authorities have approved only 8% of the detainers lodged by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the region. A detainer is a request from ICE asking another law enforcement agency to notify them before releasing a s

Harris County commissioners voted 3-1 to formally censure Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo during a tense and contentious court meeting that unfolded on Thursday. The decision came after an intense exchange in which Hidalgo reportedly interrupted fellow commissioners multiple times, expressing frustration over the failure of her proposed tax increase aimed at supporting early childhood education. The measure, which she hoped to place on the November ballot, w

A video filmed inside a Costco store in Frisco, Texas has triggered a heated online debate about immigration, diversity, and changing demographics in the United States. The short clip, which quickly spread across social media, shows a crowded store with a large number of shoppers who appear to be of Indian origin. While for some viewers the video simply captured a busy weekend shopping scene, for others it became a flashpoint for discussing the growing presence of the Indian community in the cit

The White House has indicated that the United States may adjust President Donald Trump’s recently announced 50 percent tariff on Indian goods if foreign governments respond with retaliatory measures. The statement underscores a willingness by the administration to take a flexible approach to trade policy, balancing the desire to maintain pressure with the need to protect US economic interests. Officials noted that any potential revision would aim to preserve the intended economic impact of

The Defence Ministry on Thursday firmly rejected media reports suggesting that India had paused discussions on defence purchases with the United States, calling such claims false and fabricated. Officials clarified that all procurement processes are moving forward according to established procedures, with no interruptions in ongoing arms acquisition talks. The denial came after a report earlier in the day claimed tha