Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist of Gujarati Muslim ancestry, has made history by winning New York City's Democratic mayoral primary. If elected, Mamdani would become the first Indian-American and Muslim mayor of New York City. However, his victory has sparked significant backlash from far-right politicians and social media users, many of whom have resorted to Islamophobic rhetoric. Among the lo

Rama Duwaji, a Syrian American illustrator and animator, has recently stepped into the public eye as her husband Zohran Mamdani leads the Democratic primary in the New York City mayoral race. While Mamdani’s rapid ascent—from state assemblyman and former rapper to mayoral frontrunner—has captivated the political world, it has also cast a spotlight on the quietly powerful presence of Duwaji. A New York-based artist originally from Damascus, she has lent her voice and support

A Fort Worth family is counting their blessings after a suspected drunk driver plowed through their home Saturday night, narrowly missing their sleeping 2-year-old’s bedroom. Though no injuries were reported, the crash caused major structural damage and forced the family to temporarily relocate. The incident occurred around 8:04 p.m. on Steinburg Lane in South Fort Worth. A red Toyota sedan, allegedly driven by

A political and administrative debate has erupted in Chhattisgarh over the BJP-led state government’s intention to reverse the five-day work week policy for government employees. Introduced in February 2022 by the former Congress government, the policy gave Saturdays and Sundays off in exchange for extended working hours during weekdays. It was aimed at enhancing work-life balance, promoting staff well-being, and streamlining public service delivery.

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

Israel launched a surprise military strike on Iran’s capital, Tehran, early Friday, with multiple explosions heard across the city. The dramatic escalation came as Israeli forces reportedly targeted Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. According to Israeli officials, the operation was aimed at key enrichment facilities, nuclear scientists, and Iran’s ballistic missile program. State TV in Ira

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya has entered Phase 2 of its grand Pran Pratishtha ceremony, with rituals starting on June 3 and continuing through June 5. As a precursor to this sacred event, a grand Kalash Yatra was flagged off from the banks of the Saryu River on Monday evening, moving through key city points such as Veena Chowk, Ram Path, Singar Haat and Rang Mahal Barrier before reaching the temple premises.

The majority of Livermore residents are satisfied with their quality of life, according to the results of the 2025 National Community Survey. The survey, conducted by the National Research Center at Polco, randomly selected 3,000 households in Livermore, with 374 responding. The results were carefully weighted to ensure diversity across age, gender, race, ethnicity, housing status, and geography. According to the findings, 95% of residents expressed satisfaction with living in Liver

Memorial Day 2025 will be observed on Monday, May 26, marking one of the most solemn and meaningful national holidays in the United States. The day serves as a tribute to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who died while serving their country. It is a time of remembrance, reflection, and patriotic honor. History and Origin of Memorial Day Originally known as Decoration Day, the holiday began after the American Civil War as a way to honor Union so

San Jose is moving forward with plans to boost its local economy in anticipation of the 2026 World Cup and Super Bowl by reintroducing large-scale building advertisements known as supergraphic signs. These giant ads, attached to downtown and North San Jose buildings, are being revived to capitalize on the surge in visitors expected during these global sporting events. The city council has unanimously approved the return of these supergraphic signs, which were previously phased out

  Brynn Carrigan, a 41-year-old health official from Bakersfield, California, never imagined that what began as persistent headaches in April 2024 would spiral into a life-altering health crisis. Once an active mother of two and a marathon trainee, Carrigan suddenly found herself bedridden, unable to tolerate even the dimmest light. Her vomiting worsened the pain, and she spent most days hidden under blankets in complete darkness. Simple things like the glow of a microwave cloc

Indian men's shuttlers HS Prannoy and Satish Karunakaran produced stellar performances to enter the second round of the Malaysia Masters 2025, while double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu’s struggles continued as she suffered a first-round exit in the Super 500 event held in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. In a thrilling men’s singles encounter, Prannoy pulled off a comeback victory over fifth seed Kenta Nishimoto of Japan. After losing the first game 19-21, Prannoy bounced b

Andhra Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, has taken a bold stance in supporting Operation Sindoor, the ongoing military operation against Pakistan's terrorism infrastructure. Speaking at a public event with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Kalyan addressed the ongoing operation, expressing his unwavering support for the Modi government’s initiative. He made a powerful statement, emphasizing that peace talks with Pakistan would not work, and that India should go be

Renowned agricultural and aquaculture scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, who had been reported missing since May 7, has been found dead in the River Cauvery near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Karnataka. His body was discovered on May 10, and later confirmed by police and family. The tragic development marks the loss of a towering figure in India’s agricultural and fisheries sectors. Dr Ayyappan, aged 69, lived in Mysuru with his wife and was last seen on the morning of May 7. His

Chelsea moved one step closer to securing a spot in the UEFA Conference League final with a commanding 4-1 victory over Swedish side Djurgarden in Stockholm. The London club, under manager Enzo Maresca, showcased attacking flair and tactical control as they overpowered their injury-hit opponents in the first leg of the semi-final. Jadon Sancho opened the scoring early in the match, collecting a lofted through-ball and calmly finishing past the goalkeeper. A slice of misfortune follo

In a significant development affecting international aviation routes, many of the world’s leading airlines have begun voluntarily avoiding Pakistani airspace, even though they are not officially banned from using it. This move comes in response to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which have resulted in mutual airspace restrictions. While Indian and Pakistani carriers are officially barred from using each other’s airspace, several Western carriers are taking proa

In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario

In recognition of an extraordinary achievement on the cricket field, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh for 14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Suryavanshi’s breathtaking innings against Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Monday has left a lasting impression in the history of the T20 format, and his performance has quickly captured national attention. Hailing from Bihar, Vaibhav Suryavanshi showcased immense co

In a dramatic escalation of political tensions between the federal government and academic institutions, U.S. President Donald Trump has called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status. The move follows ongoing criticism from Trump regarding the Ivy League school’s handling of antisemitism and diversity-related issues, as reported by The Washington Post. Though no final decision has yet been announced, reports suggest that an