In a groundbreaking development for Indian higher education, the Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) has received official approval from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish a degree-granting campus in India. The Chicago-based university’s Mumbai campus is set to open in 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in computer science, engineering, and business. This makes Illinois Tech the first US university to receive UGC approval under India&rsq

Oakland continues to see significant benefits from its tourism sector, with the city reporting an economic impact of $779 million from visitor activity in 2024. Despite persistent concerns about public safety and a long-standing negative narrative surrounding crime, tourism leaders and city officials are working to reshape Oakland’s image and highlight the many positives the city offers to travelers. In 2024, the city welcomed 3.4 million visitors who spent approximately $58

 India has dealt a strong military response to an attempted escalation by Pakistan, striking and destroying key Pakistani air defence systems including those stationed in Lahore, the government confirmed on Thursday. The response came after Pakistan launched drones and missiles toward Indian targets in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat late Wednesday and early Thursday morning. The Indian government stated that these attacks were countered in real-time by India’s a

Missed your period and unsure why? If you haven’t experienced stress, changed your diet, or recently travelled, a delayed menstrual cycle can leave you feeling confused and concerned. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra took to Instagram to explain that there are several often-overlooked lifestyle factors that could be disrupting your cycle. In a post aimed at helping women understand their bodies better, Batra outlines five potential reasons why your period might be late—even if

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed on Thursday that over 100 terrorists were killed during Operation Sindoor, India's coordinated military strike on terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Speaking at a high-level all-party briefing, Singh updated the figure from the previously reported 70 to over 100, citing the latest intelligence and operational feedback. Additionally, at least 60 more terrorists were injured in the precision strike, which lasted just 25 mi

The long-standing assumption that corporate employees can expect stable employment until age 60 is rapidly becoming outdated. According to investment banker and corporate advisor Sarthak Ahuja, there is a troubling shift taking place in India’s job market where professionals in their early-to-mid 40s are increasingly being pushed out, not formally, but structurally. “There’s a very disturbing trend coming up in Indian corporates where the retirement age is moving f

A new congressional proposal to reduce Medicaid funding for Washington D.C. is causing concern among officials and health experts, who warn that such cuts would have wide-reaching consequences beyond the program’s low-income beneficiaries. Medicaid is deeply integrated into the region’s health care infrastructure, and any funding reduction could disrupt care for patients across the income spectrum, affecting hospitals, clinics, and community health providers. House Rep

In the wake of Operation Sindoor, the Indian military’s targeted missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), fear and uncertainty have gripped border villages in Punjab. Residents of several villages in the Ferozepur district have started moving with their families and belongings to safer areas, even though no official evacuation orders have been issued by the Border Security Force (BSF), Indian Army, or local administration. Operation Si

Following India’s precision missile strikes targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor, the border states of Rajasthan and Punjab have been placed under the highest level of alert. The offensive was carried out in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians were killed. The aftermath has prompted immediate security responses across the northern frontier. In Rajasthan, which shares a 1,037-kilo

The central government on Thursday convened an all-party meeting to brief key opposition leaders about the Indian Armed Forces’ recent military operation, codenamed Operation Sindoor. The operation targeted nine terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir (POK), and was launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack which claimed the lives of 26 civilians. The high-level briefing comes amid heightened national security concerns and marks a

Following India’s recent military campaign, Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the United States, United Kingdom, and China have all issued travel advisories, urging their citizens to avoid certain regions in South Asia. The advisories are particularly focused on areas close to the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control, which remains a volatile and heavily militarized zone. The cautionary stance was taken in the

As India launched Operation Sindoor, a swift and precise retaliatory strike on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, support from the film industry has poured in. Among the most impactful statements was one from Mollywood superstar Mohanlal, who praised the bravery of the Indian Armed Forces and sent a powerful message of national resolve. Taking to hi

As India executed Operation Sindoor in response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the film fraternity has responded with pride and solidarity, voicing unwavering support for the Indian Armed Forces. Prominent actors from across the country have taken to social media to express their appreciation for the swift and strategic military action against terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK).

In the wake of India's precision military strikes under Operation Sindoor, both Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu have lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their swift and strategic response to terrorism. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy posted a heartfelt message on social media platform X, stating: “The strikes against terror factories in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir make us proud. Let us make this

Terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Maulana Masood Azhar has confirmed that 10 members of his family, along with four aides, were killed in India’s targeted missile strikes under Operation Sindoor, which was launched in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, that killed 26 people. According to a statement attributed to Azhar and cited by news agency PTI, the fatalities occurred during India's strike on the JeM headquarters Jam

In a significant and symbolic move, the Indian government’s official briefing on Operation Sindoor the precision military strike against terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) was led by two distinguished women officers, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army. Their leadership not only marked a major milestone in military communication but also sent a resounding message of strength, resilience, and inclusi

In the wake of India’s bold missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under Operation Sindoor, aviation operations across the northern and western regions of the country were severely disrupted on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. In response to heightened security protocols and anticipated retaliatory risks, over 200 commercial flights were cancelled, and at least 18 airports were temporarily shut. Airports affected by the suspension of operations incl

The federal government is finally preparing to enforce the Real ID Act after nearly 20 years of postponements and shifting deadlines. Starting May 7, travelers who do not yet have a Real ID will still be permitted to board domestic flights, but they should expect additional steps and delays at airport security. Officials clarified this position in response to widespread confusion, especially given the assumption that lack of a Real ID would automatically mean being barred from flying.

In a bold and highly coordinated military operation, India launched Operation Sindoor, conducting 24 missile strikes across nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes were a strategic retaliation for the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people, including civilians and security personnel. According to government sources, 70 terrorists were killed and over 60 others injured, many of whom were mid- and high-ranking operatives from Lashkar

India launched a bold counter-strike against terror outfits operating in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in the early hours of May 7, 2025, under the mission name Operation Sindoor. The targeted attacks came in response to the deadly terror assault in Pahalgam that claimed 26 innocent lives just days ago. According to official sources, India’s precision strikes hit nine terror sites and resulted in the death of at least 80 terrorists. The operation was executed with h