Toronto: Canada Post has unveiled a new stamp to commemorate Diwali, continuing a cherished annual tradition that began in 2017. Indo-Canadians also had another reason to celebrate ahead of the Festival of Lights, as a proposed ban on fireworks in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) was reversed by the Mississauga City Council — although new […]
The Embassy of Japan in India recently hosted a delightful Diwali lunch party to mark the Festival of Lights. The event brought together staff, guests, and friends of the embassy to celebrate the spirit of Diwali — a festival synonymous with joy, prosperity, and togetherness. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Japan […]
Indian Americans are emerging as a transformative force in American higher education, combining exceptional academic achievement with impactful philanthropic investments that strengthen institutions, innovation, and society at large. Academic Excellence and Economic Contribution Recent research highlights the remarkable educational attainment of Indian Americans: These figures underscore how Indian Americans not only achieve personal success but […]
Gold isn’t just a precious metal in India — it’s a way of life. As of June 2025, India holds a staggering 34,600 tonnes of gold, valued at approximately ₹3,35,76,735 crore (US$ 3.785 trillion), according to a Morgan Stanley note. That’s 88.8% of India’s GDP — and 3.1 times more than the current equity holdings […]
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has taken on new senior advisory roles with technology giant Microsoft and AI startup Anthropic, according to the BBC. Sunak announced on Thursday that he plans to donate all earnings from these roles to charity. Sunak, who continues to serve as Member of Parliament for Richmond and Northallerton, said […]
In a bold step toward achieving energy security and sustainability, India has launched a Nuclear Energy Mission under the Union Budget for FY26. The mission sets an ambitious target — expanding the country’s nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, a monumental leap from the current 8.8 GW. To drive this vision, the government […]
In a dramatic move that could reshape U.S. immigration policy and impact global talent pipelines, President Donald Trump announced two major executive actions on Friday aimed at raising billions of dollars through new visa fees. The first action introduces a brand-new visa category, while the second imposes a $100,000 annual fee on high-skilled foreign workers […]
The Indian government has strongly criticized a new U.S. visa policy that imposes a $100,000 (₹8.8 million) fee on fresh H-1B visa applications, warning that the decision could have “humanitarian consequences.” The new rule, signed by President Donald Trump on Friday, is set to take effect on 21 September and marks one of the most […]
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are taking their economic partnership to the next level. The two nations have set an ambitious goal to double bilateral trade in non-oil and non-precious metals to $100 billion within the next three to four years, up from the current $50–55 billion. The announcement came during the 13th […]
Non-Resident Indian (NRI) voters may soon get the option to cast their votes through postal ballots, with the Election Commission of India (ECI) actively exploring its feasibility. Kerala Pushes for Postal Ballots in 2026 Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Kerala, Rathan U. Kelkar, announced that his office has urged the ECI to introduce this facility […]
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