Iran remained largely cut off from the global internet on Friday as authorities enforced a nationwide digital blackout while protests continued to spread across the country, intensifying an already volatile political and economic crisis. Internet monitoring data showed that connectivity across Iran had dropped to almost zero for more than 12 hours, severely limiting access to online communication platforms as demonstrators gathered in cities nationwide. According to internet trackin

Violent clashes broke out at Tehran Bazar on Tuesday as Iranian security forces confronted demonstrators in one of the most significant flashpoints of a protest movement that has spread across the country over the past 10 days. The unrest, driven largely by public anger over worsening economic conditions, has left at least 27 people dead, according to estimates released by a human rights organization monitoring developments inside the country. The confrontation in the capital came a

India on Monday strongly rejected Pakistan’s allegations of mistreatment of religious minorities, asserting that Islamabad lacks the moral authority to comment on such matters given its own record. Responding to remarks from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, New Delhi said attempts to highlight alleged incidents in India cannot mask Pakistan’s well-documented history of systemic discrimination and persecution of minorities. The response came after Pakistani Foreign Affairs spokespers

An Indian student from Telangana pursuing higher education in the United States has died under suspicious circumstances, triggering concern among the Indian diaspora and student communities. The deceased has been identified as Pawan Kumar Reddy, a native of Melladuppalapalli village in Nalgonda district. The incident reportedly occurred late at night while he was having dinner with his friends.

A shocking incident has sent ripples through the Indian diaspora in Canada after a 30-year-old Indian-origin woman was found murdered in Toronto. Canadian police have confirmed that the case is being investigated as a homicide, with strong suspicion of intimate partner violence. Authorities have issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant for a man believed to have been known to the victim. The woman has been identified as Himanshi Khurana, a resident of Toronto. Police are actively searchi

The family of an Indian-origin woman living in Southern California has described a deeply distressing experience after she was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement during what was expected to be the final step of her green card process. Babblejit “Bubbly” Kaur, 60, a longtime member of the Long Beach restaurant community, was taken into custody on December 1 while attending a scheduled biometric appointment connected to her application for permanent residency. Kaur has lived in the United States since 1994 and had reached the final stage of the green card process after her petition was approved through sponsorship by her US citizen daughter and son-in-law. According to her family, the appointment was meant to be a routine procedure, required before the issuance of permanent residency status. Instead, it ended with federal agents detaining her without prior notice or explanation. Her daughter, Joti Kaur, said her mother sensed something was wrong even before the appointment began. When Kaur arrived at the immigration office, several federal agents reportedly entered the building and proceeded to a back room. Shortly afterward, she was called into the same area, where agents informed her that she was being arrested. Family members maintain that Kaur has no criminal record and has complied with immigration requirements throughout her decades in the country. Joti described the arrest as traumatic, stating that her mother was placed in a van with several men and restrained with shackles on her hands and feet. The family was not immediately told where she had been taken, heightening fears during the first few hours following her detention. They later learned that she had been transferred to an immigration detention facility in Los Angeles. Conditions inside the facility have added to the family’s concern. According to Joti, her mother has been held in a crowded room with more than two dozen detainees. She has struggled to sleep due to constant lighting and noise throughout the night, including frequent crying and shouting. The prolonged uncertainty and lack of clear communication have taken an emotional toll on both Kaur and her family. The Department of Homeland Security has not publicly disclosed the reason for Kaur’s detention. Her family says they are still seeking clarity on what led to the arrest, particularly given that her green card petition had already been approved and she was nearing the completion of the process. Kaur and her husband are well known in Long Beach, where they operated Natraj Cuisine of India and Nepal for more than two decades until the Covid pandemic disrupted the restaurant industry. The couple, who raised three children in the US, are regarded by community members as hardworking and deeply rooted in the area. In recent years, Kaur had continued working in the local restaurant sector. Local elected officials have expressed concern over the case, with one congressman stating that his office is actively working to assist the family and condemning what he described as actions that instill fear among law-abiding immigrants. For the Kaurs, the episode has transformed a long-awaited immigration milestone into an ongoing ordeal, as they wait for answers and hope for her safe return home.

In a strong and widely discussed Thanksgiving announcement, Donald Trump stated that the United States may “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” under his proposed immigration plan. The statement immediately sparked national and global conversations, amplifying the ongoing debate around the future of U.S. immigration policies. A Strong Position on Migration During his Thanksgiving message, Trum

For many Indians who arrive in the United States for work, studies, or family reasons, transportation becomes an important part of settling into daily life. Public transport in many American cities is limited, which makes owning a car almost essential. However, one common challenge for newcomers is figuring out how to buy a car while still driving with an Indian license or during the transition period to a U.S. driver’s license. This guide provides clear and general information on where to

Lionsgate has released the first trailer for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, offering audiences their initial look at Glenn Close in a role that marks one of the most dramatic physical transformations of her career. The veteran actress appears nearly unrecognizable as Drusilla Sickle, an austere and unsettling official from the world created by author Suzanne Collins. The upcoming film serves as both a sequel to the 2023 feature The Hunger Games: A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and

Bangladesh witnessed massive unrest on Monday as clashes broke out across Dhaka and several other regions following the International Crimes Tribunal’s death penalty verdict against ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The ruling, linked to charges of incitement, killings and failure to prevent atrocities during the student-led uprising of 2024, triggered violent confrontations between Awami League supporters, rival groups, and security forces. Two people lost their lives as highways were b

A 23-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, identified as Rajyalakshmi (Raji) Yarlagadda, was found dead in her apartment in the United States earlier this week. The young woman, who had recently completed her master’s degree in computer science at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, had been actively searching for job opportunities following her graduation. Her death has sent shockwaves through her family and friends, both in India and abroad. According to details shared by

The night sky turned into a spectacular display on Wednesday as the November 2025 supermoon — also known as the Beaver Moon — rose in its full brilliance, becoming the largest and brightest full moon of the year. This remarkable celestial event, visible across much of the world, drew stargazers and sky enthusiasts to open fields, terraces, and observatories to witness its glowing beauty. The November supermoon is the second in a sequence of three supermoons occurring in 2025, an

Celina Jaitly has written an emotional message expressing relief and gratitude after the Delhi High Court took up her petition regarding her brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, an Indian Army veteran who was missing for nine months before being detained. After more than a year of searching for answers, her family has finally found a ray of hope as the court intervened in the matter. In her heartfelt message, Celina shared that she stood outside the Delhi High Court filled wit

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been officially declared the winner of the country’s presidential election, securing another term in office after a landslide victory that has sparked widespread unrest and international concern. The electoral commission announced on Saturday that the incumbent leader, representing the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party, won 98% of the votes cast during Wednesday’s election, solidifying the party’s decades-long hold on Tanzanian politic

Subramanyam “Subu” Vedam, an India-born man who spent 43 years in a Pennsylvania prison for a murder he did not commit, was freed earlier this month only to be detained again — this time by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The 64-year-old Green Card holder, who arrived in the United States as a nine-month-old infant, was exonerated after newly uncovered FBI evidence proved his innocence. Yet, he now faces deportation to India under a decades-old immigration order dating bac

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A 43-year-old man from Montgomery County has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of continuously sexually abusing a child under the age of 14. The conviction marks the end of a long legal battle that revealed years of abuse endured by a young girl between the ages of 10 and 13. Jason Rivera was convicted following a jury trial in which prosecutors detailed how he repeatedly assaulted the child over a period of several years. Acc

During his official visit to Japan on Tuesday, United States President Donald Trump met with the families of Japanese citizens who were abducted by North Korea several decades ago. The emotional meeting took place in Tokyo, where relatives of the victims shared their ongoing struggle for answers and appealed for international cooperation to bring their loved ones home. President Trump expressed deep sympathy and reaffirmed Washington’s full and unwavering support for Japan’s efforts to re

Many Indians who migrate abroad continue to maintain strong financial ties with their home country through various savings and investment instruments, including the Public Provident Fund (PPF). However, once an individual’s residential status changes under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), different rules come into play. The guidelines determine whether Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can hold or operate PPF accounts and how the proceeds are managed upon maturity. Under exis

Saudi Arabia has officially abolished the long-standing Kafala system, a major labour reform hailed as a landmark shift for millions of migrant workers across the Gulf region. The decision marks a new chapter in the kingdom’s ongoing transformation under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030, an ambitious roadmap to modernize the economy, attract foreign investment, and improve the country’s global image. The Kafala system, which governed the relationship between empl

A Diwali celebration in New Jersey turned into an online controversy after a video of Indian students bursting fireworks on a public street drew criticism from social media users. The short clip, uploaded by 20-year-old Mukul Verma, showed a group of young people celebrating the festival of lights when local firefighters arrived and began spraying water on the fireworks. What was intended to be a joyful cultural celebration soon became a subject of heated online discussion over safety, legali