A prominent luxury car dealer from Hyderabad, Basharat Khan, has been arrested in Gujarat for his alleged involvement in a massive customs duty evasion racket worth nearly Rs 100 crore. According to officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Khan manipulated the import process of high-end vehicles by undervaluing them and using fake documentation to bring the cars into India illegally. Khan, who runs the ‘Car Lounge’ showroom in Hyderabad and has been

India is set to boost its defence spending by Rs 50,000 crore following the success of Operation Sindoor, according to sources within the government. This proposed increase, likely to be introduced in the supplementary budget, would push India's overall defence allocation beyond Rs 7 lakh crore a historic high for the country. The move comes in response to rising tensions with Pakistan, particularly after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack last month which claimed 26 lives, including civil

A Filipino woman who arrived in San Jose alone in 2016 found herself trapped in a cycle of exploitation after accepting a job as a live-in caregiver at a residential care facility for elderly people. She had expected the opportunity to bring financial support to her family in the Philippines, but instead was subjected to relentless labor without overtime pay, limited freedom, and unwanted advances from her employer. The woman, who was in her 60s at the time and requested anonymity to protect

The Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) has selected a new operator for its paratransit shuttle program serving people with disabilities, but the decision has sparked backlash from the outgoing contractor and raised questions about the transparency of the procurement process. During a recent board meeting, the VTA board of directors unanimously approved a three-year, $110 million contract for Transdev Services to manage the VTA Access program, which could extend up to seven years with four

When Ali Shirkhodaei arrived in the United States from Iran in 2006, he had no idea how difficult life would be as a new immigrant, even with a molecular biology degree. At 28 years old, he faced a long and discouraging year of unemployment, struggling to land any job in a foreign land. But what he did know was that he wanted to build a life that reflected the kindness he grew up with in the streets of Tehran. Almost two decades later, that spirit continues to define his journey, now as the o

US Route 33, the main connection between Marysville and Dublin in Ohio, has evolved into the 33 Smart Mobility Corridor, a cutting-edge testing ground for autonomous vehicle technology. This transformation is part of a broader initiative in the region known as the Beta District, where public and private sector leaders are collaborating to create a real-world laboratory for smart transportation. The corridor has become a hub for advanced vehicle experimentation, particularly focusi

For 25 years, Larry De Young has lived peacefully in the coastal town of Montara in San Mateo County, raising horses and enjoying the open landscape. But what was once a tranquil view has become a growing concern. Just across a dirt road from his property lies a stretch of state-owned land, now densely packed with flammable, non-native eucalyptus trees and other overgrowth that he believes poses a severe wildfire threat to his home and his community. The 100-acre parcel of land wa

Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a statewide initiative to ban homeless encampments across California, aligning with San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan’s push to eliminate tents and makeshift shelters from public spaces. The plan would limit public camping to no more than three consecutive nights and prohibit sitting, lying, or sleeping on sidewalks and streets where it impedes movement. It would also make constructing temporary shelters like sheds on public land unlawful. This announcement was t

Tamil actor Ravi Mohan has finally spoken out in the midst of his ongoing divorce battle with estranged wife Aarti. In a detailed four-page statement shared on social media, the 'Ponniyin Selvan' actor denied all allegations made by Aarti, including claims of being an absentee father. The actor called his silence over the last few months an act of survival, revealing that he was enduring years of emotional, physical, and financial abuse. The couple's highly public divorc

New Jersey is on the brink of a major transportation disruption as negotiations between NJ Transit and its rail engineers’ union, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), continue without a resolution. With the union threatening to walk off the job as early as 12:01 a.m. Friday, tensions are high and hundreds of thousands of commuters across the state are preparing for the worst. Talks are set to resume Thursday morning in a final effort to avert the first rail strik

The way you start your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. A slow or chaotic beginning can affect your physical energy, mental clarity, and emotional balance. On the other hand, a few mindful and consistent morning practices can give your metabolism the boost it needs and lift your mood in subtle but powerful ways. While no routine fits all, there are foundational rituals supported by both modern wellness practices and biological rhythms that can make mornings more energizing and

In an unusual turn of events, President Donald Trump has found himself at the center of a rare moment of unity across America's deep political divide—only this time, the unity is rooted in criticism rather than support. The issue sparking widespread backlash is the president’s willingness to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 jet, valued at approximately $400 million, from the royal family of Qatar. Though framed as a gift to the US Department of Defense for inclusion in the Air Force

Amazon has confirmed that it is laying off 100 employees from its Devices and Services division in a strategic move aimed at streamlining operations and improving team efficiency. The affected units include some of Amazon’s most recognizable brands such as the Alexa voice assistant, Echo smart speakers, Ring video doorbells, and Zoox, the company’s autonomous vehicle initiative. The announcement was made by Amazon spokesperson Kristy Schmidt, who explained that the decis

India has officially confirmed the success of a high-precision military operation codenamed Operation Sindoor against terror-linked targets in Pakistan, revealing that the Indian Air Force (IAF) managed to jam Chinese-manufactured air defense systems deployed across the Line of Control and the international border. The mission, carried out in direct response to a recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 Indian tourists, was completed in just 23 minutes and resul

Yamal Said, the drummer for the Austin-based band Lord Buffalo, was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents on Monday at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Said, a Mexican national and lawful permanent resident of the United States, was reportedly removed from a Europe-bound flight and handed over to local authorities due to an active arrest warrant, according to CBP officials. The band took to Facebook on Wednesday to break the news, stating that the drummer was forc

California Governor Gavin Newsom is reversing his stance on expanding free health care access for undocumented immigrants, a move that once underscored his push toward universal health care in the state. In a major policy shift, Newsom is proposing to halt new Medi-Cal enrollment for low-income immigrants without legal status beginning in 2026 and require monthly premium payments from current enrollees starting in 2027. The decision comes as the state grapples with a growing $6.2 bi

In a significant move toward strengthening child protection laws in the state, the Texas House has tentatively approved House Bill 168, a proposal aimed at closing legal loopholes that currently allow for child marriages under certain conditions. The bill, authored by Rep. Jon Rosenthal, a Democrat from Houston, passed with a vote of 83-51 and is scheduled for a final vote later this week. If it clears that hurdle, the legislation will advance to the Senate. House Bill 168 would pro

North Texas is heating up rapidly as Dallas-Fort Worth faces its first major heat wave of the year. Temperatures are expected to climb to 100°F today, potentially breaking a decades-old record for May 14. Meteorologists had forecast high temperatures this week, but today’s spike has prompted additional concern, especially for emergency crews, outdoor workers, and vulnerable residents. The previous record high for May 14 in Dallas was 95°F, a mark that forecasters now e

During his recent visit to Saudi Arabia, President Donald Trump announced a landmark $600 billion investment commitment from the Kingdom to the United States, emphasizing a renewed era of economic cooperation and regional diplomacy. The agreement encompasses sectors such as energy, defense, technology, and infrastructure, aiming to bolster both nations' strategic interests and economic growth. In a speech at an investment summit in Riyadh, President Trump highlighted the signi

An East Bay neighborhood is grappling with a puzzling and increasingly disturbing phenomenon: dozens of dead birds have been found throughout East Richmond Heights in recent weeks, sparking concern and confusion among residents. Homeowners have been reporting incidents of birds falling from the sky, sometimes directly from power lines, accompanied by unusual popping sounds. These unsettling events have left the community searching for an