Justice Surya Kant, one of the senior-most judges of the Supreme Court, has been officially appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI). The announcement was made by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, who congratulated Justice Kant on his appointment via X (formerly Twitter). He will take charge on November 24, 2025, succeeding Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, and will hold office until February 9, 2027. Justice Surya Kant, who hails from Haryana, has a distinguished judicial

A San Antonio man has been sentenced to ten years in jail after pleading guilty to leading multiple high-speed police chases across Kendall and Bexar counties, recording the pursuits, and posting the videos on Instagram to mock law enforcement officers. The Kendall County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that 19-year-old Timothy Vitaliy Fogel was convicted on charges of felony evading arrest and reckless driving following a months-long investigation that tied him to a string of dangerou

A social media post by an Australian woman has triggered widespread outrage after she described Diwali decorations in a Sydney neighbourhood as a “threat” to Western culture. The remarks have sparked an intense online debate over cultural coexistence, diversity, and the meaning of multiculturalism in modern Australia. The controversy began when Kobie Thatcher, an Australian resident, posted a short video on X (formerly Twitter) showing several homes in Nirimba Fields, a suburb i

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

A dramatic robbery at the Louvre Museum in Paris has captured the world’s attention — and the internet’s imagination. Thieves made off with priceless jewels in a swift, cinematic-style operation that lasted less than ten minutes. But what has truly taken the spotlight is how netizens have turned the event into a meme fest, drawing hilarious parallels with Hrithik Roshan’s iconic heist scene from Dhoom 2.

Law enforcement agencies across the United States are warning the public about a growing online trend that has already led to unnecessary 911 calls and police deployments. The so-called “AI homeless man prank” uses artificial intelligence to create hyper-realistic images of strangers appearing at people’s doors or even inside their homes — and officials say it is causing panic and wasting emergency resources. Police departments and sheriff’s offices from multiple states ha

SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge in San Francisco has temporarily barred the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown, delivering a legal setback to the White House’s plan to reduce the federal workforce amid a tense budget standoff in Washington. U.S. District Judge Susan Illston issued the emergency order on Wednesday, October 15, following lawsuits filed by labor unions representing thousands of federal employees. The judge’s

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

Two Ohio state lawmakers are proposing legislation that would expand the state’s name, image, and likeness (NIL) laws to protect residents from the growing threat of deepfakes and unauthorized digital impersonations. The bill seeks to apply the same principles that allow college athletes to profit from their personal brand to everyday Ohioans, ensuring that all individuals have control over how their likeness is used in the digital age. Republican state representatives Adam Mathew

A tragic incident in Brazil has reignited global discussions about the dangers of cosmetic enhancement trends promoted on social media. Adair Mendes Dutra Junior, a 31-year-old fashion influencer, died last week after developing a severe infection following a “fox eyes” cosmetic surgery — a procedure designed to give the eyes a lifted, elongated look. According to reports, Dutra underwent the popular surgery but soon began experiencing swelling, pain, and breathing difficultie

The Deccan Derby 2025, presented by the Race2Win Foundation, was an unforgettable evening that masterfully combined the thrill of horse racing with the glamour of high fashion and the power of philanthropy. Hosted at the iconic Hyderabad Race Club, the event was a celebration of not just the prestigious Derby, but also the timeless elegance of fashion, culture, and the foundation’s unwavering commitment to social impact.

A plan to build one of Cupertino’s first 100 percent affordable housing projects, designed to support some of the community’s most vulnerable residents, has stirred opposition from neighbors concerned about safety and parking. The proposed project, located along Mary Avenue, aims to create 40 affordable homes on a 0.79-acre site. Out of these, 19 homes would be reserved for adults and families with children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, while 20 u

Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a strong warning at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) centenary celebrations in New Delhi, stating that India’s greatest threat today is not infiltration by external forces but demographic changes that could destabilize social equality and national unity. Stressing that “unity in diversity” has always been the soul of India, he said that internal divisions caused by caste, language, regionalism,

A state commission in New Jersey has recommended a significant change in how schools manage technology use during the academic day. The Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents has suggested that school districts across the state should adopt bell-to-bell cellphone bans, preventing students from using phones from the beginning of the school day until the final bell. The recommendation comes after growing concerns about the impact of smartphones and social media on the me

A viral video of two American children shopping alone at a local grocery store in Bengaluru has ignited a wide-ranging debate across social media. The reel, shared on Instagram by Dana Marie, an American woman living in India, captured her two young kids heading to a nearby corner shop without adult supervision. Armed with a Rs 100 note, the siblings filmed their outing as they searched for butter and a small treat, sparking conversation about child independen

Hundreds of teachers in Texas are currently under investigation by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) over social media posts connected to the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk. The state agency confirmed that as of Wednesday, it has received 281 complaints against educators, a sharp increase from the 180 complaints that had been logged only two days earlier. While no official sanctions have yet been imposed, the teachers under review could face serious consequences, including

In a significant development within the corporate world, Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of the iconic ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s, has announced his resignation after 47 years of involvement with the company. This decision comes amid escalating tensions between Ben & Jerry’s and its parent company, Unilever, over issues related to the brand’s social mission and autonomy. Greenfield's departure is rooted in a deepening conflict with Unilever, which acq

The city of Dallas has lost its latest battle in a long-running dispute over poker rooms. A five-member panel of the Dallas Board of Adjustment voted 4-1 to reinstate the certificate of occupancy for Champions Social Club, an upscale venue that plans to operate a poker room in North Dallas. The decision, handed down after a marathon seven-and-a-half-hour hearing, reversed the city’s April move to revoke the club’s certificate of occupancy just days after initially approv

Every year, thousands of highly skilled Indian professionals move to the United States on temporary work visas such as the H1B and L1. Their contributions to the American technology sector and wider economy are undeniable, powering billion-dollar businesses and playing a crucial role in innovation and growth. Yet while these professionals help build wealth abroad, billions of their own hard-earned dollars vanish into the US system without ever returning to them. The absence of a totalisation

At a recent event attended by Supreme Hero Sai Durga Tej, Minister Seethakka, Young Indians Co-Chairman Bhavin Pandya, National Chairman Tarang Khurana, CII Telangana Chairman Siva Prasad Reddy, and Jyotsna Singh, the actor gave an emotional and impactful speech on child safety and the challenges posed by social media. Speaking at the gathering, Sai Durga Tej expressed his deep concern over the rising trend of abusiv