The Indian government has raised the import duties on gold and silver sharply, setting the new rates at 15% from the previous 6%. This move comes just days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the public to avoid purchasing gold for the next year, in response to the growing economic strain caused by the Iran war and the pressure on India's foreign exchange reserves. The government's decision involves a 10% basic customs duty along with an additional 5% Agriculture Infrastructure

On April 10, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) election manifesto for West Bengal, outlining 15 key promises aimed at reviving the state's cultural identity, tackling political violence, and offering welfare schemes for various sections of society. Shah, speaking at an event in Kolkata, positioned the manifesto as a "path to bring every section of Bengal out of despair," while highlighting the BJP's commitment to improving the state's governance.

Chicago is set to become home to a major new cultural and tourism attraction, as the National Confectionery Sales Association announced on Thursday, April 10, 2026, that the city has been selected as the permanent site for the Candy Hall of Fame Experience. The large-scale venue is scheduled to open in summer

Veteran singer Ray Stevens is recovering after suffering a serious neck injury following a fall, according to a statement released after the incident on Sunday, March 29. The 87-year-old Grammy-winning artist was briefly hospitalized in the Nashville area before being discharged to continue recovery at home. Doctors have advised Stevens to wear a neck brace for approximately four weeks. Despite the injury, he is reported to be mobile and in positive spirits as he focuses on recovery

A 2,500-year-old golden helmet, regarded as one of Romania’s most valuable cultural treasures, has been recovered more than a year after it was stolen from a museum in the Netherlands. The artifact, along with two gold bracelets dating to around 450 BC, was officially unveiled on Thursday, April 3, 2026, at the Drents Museum in Assen, where it is now displayed under tight security. The items had been taken during a high-profile armed robbery while on loan from Romania’s National

Mizoram police have successfully dismantled several drug smuggling operations, seizing narcotics worth ₹25.01 crore over the past week. The drugs, primarily heroin and methamphetamine, were recovered in multiple locations across the state. One of the major operations took place on March 25, when a CID team intercepted a truck near Tuirial Bridge, Aizawl. The driver, a 23-year-old from Champhai district, was arrested. Between March 27 and 29, police seized 4.46 kg of hero

A once-unadorned parking garage wall in downtown Dallas has been transformed into a striking five-story mural, marking a significant addition to the city’s growing public art landscape. The new artwork now spans the west-facing exterior of The Adolphus Hotel’s parking structure, introducing a vivid and imaginative presence along Commerce Street. The mural, titled “The Time Keeper,” was officially unveiled this week as part of the Downtown Dallas Mural Initiative, an effort a

The growing influence of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Forests and Environment Pawan Kalyan is increasingly visible across rural regions, especially in the fight against red sandalwood smuggling. His consistent efforts and strict measures appear to be reshaping public awareness, motivating villagers to participate actively in preventing illegal activities. A recent incident in Chittoor district stands out as a clear example of how this shift in mindset is taking root.

Chicago’s annual wave of holiday spirit is arriving just a little later this year. Popular radio station 93.9 LITE FM has announced that it will officially begin broadcasting nonstop Christmas music on Tuesday, November 4, marking the start of its 25th year as Chicago’s go-to station for festive tunes. The station confirmed that the seasonal switch will take place at 3 p.m., when it transitions to “around-the-clock holiday music.” Listeners across the Chicago area can tune i

Dhanteras 2025, also known as Dhantrayodashi, marks the spiritual beginning of the five-day Diwali festival, celebrated with joy and devotion across India and by the Indian diaspora worldwide, including the USA. This sacred day falls on Saturday, 18 October 2025, and is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Kubera, the god of riches. Devotees perform special Lakshmi-Kubera Puja, light diyas, and purchase gold, silver, and utensils as a sign of prosperity and

A wave of excitement swept through Fort Worth as global streaming sensation IShowSpeed made a much-anticipated stop in North Texas as part of his ongoing 35-day nonstop live stream tour across the United States. The popular streamer, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., has become one of the most recognizable digital personalities worldwide, and his visit to the area caused a frenzy among devoted fans eager to see him in person. Crowds filled the streets as word spread that IShowS

A horrifying incident in Dallas, Texas has shocked the community after a 50-year-old Indian-origin man was brutally killed in front of his family. The victim, identified as Chandramouli Nagamallaiah, was attacked and beheaded outside the Downtown Suites motel, a property located just off Interstate 30 near the Tenison Golf Course. According to police, the suspect has been arrested and charged with capital murder in one of the most violent crimes reported in the area in recent years.

The Sonic Temple music festival is shaping up to be one of the biggest rock and metal gatherings of 2025 as organizers announced six more bands to the growing lineup. Scheduled to return to Columbus, Ohio, from May 14 through May 17 at Historic Crew Stadium, the festival has quickly become a highly anticipated event for fans of heavy music across the country. The latest additions include Electric Callboy, We Came as Romans, The Plot In You, Make Them Suffer, Bloodywood, and Conquer

In a significant development, Cindy Rodriguez Singh, the fourth most wanted fugitive on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, has been arrested in India. Singh, 40, was wanted for the brutal 2022 murder of her 6-year-old son, Noel Rodriguez Alvarez, and had been on the run since March 2023. She fled the United States with her husband, Arshdeep Singh, and their six children, just days after her son was reported missing.

The FBI has successfully captured and extradited one of its Ten Most Wanted fugitives, Cindy Rodriguez Singh, who was arrested in India following an international manhunt. Rodriguez Singh faced both a federal warrant for unlawful flight to avoid prosecution and a Texas state warrant for capital murder of a person under the age of 10, linked to the tragic death of her 6-year-old son, Noel Rodriguez Alvarez. Authorities

Kings Island in Mason, Ohio, has announced that one of its long-running and beloved attractions, Boo Blasters on Boo Hill, will be closing after September 1, 2025. The park revealed that the ride, which has entertained families for over 14 years, will be permanently shuttered to make way for future development. The announcement marks the end of an era for an attraction that has long been a staple in the Planet Snoopy section of the park and a favorite for both

Columbus-based Grammy-winning band Twenty One Pilots is giving fans across Ohio the chance to hear their upcoming album Breach almost a week before its official release. The album, set to drop on September 12, will be previewed during a series of listening parties in partnership with independent record stores across the state, including several in their hometown of Columbus. The duo, made up of vocalist Tyler Joseph a

Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela has reported the theft of a luxury suitcase containing jewellery worth Rs 70 lakh at London's Gatwick Airport. The incident has raised serious concerns over the security measures at the airport, especially since the theft occurred directly from the baggage belt area. Rautela was in London attending the Wimbledon tennis tournament when the incident took place. The actress, who was

In a shocking revelation, Excise officials in Hyderabad uncovered a ganja smuggling racket where marijuana was hidden behind portraits of gods in pooja rooms to avoid detection during police checks. During raids in Dhoolpet, the Excise STF seized over 21 kg of ganja, valued at approximately Rs 22 lakh. The drugs were sourced from Odisha and distributed in small packets to agents in Hyderabad’s IT areas like Gachibowli and Madhapur for retail sale. Several i

Two citizens of China have been arrested and charged in the United States over the illegal smuggling of a dangerous crop-destroying fungus, raising serious concerns over biosecurity, agricultural sustainability, and national safety. The individuals, identified as Yunqing Jian, 33, and Zunyong Liu, 34, were both taken into federal custody following an investigation that uncovered their involvement in bringing a banned agricultural pathogen into the country. Authorities from the United States A