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आंध्र प्रदेश: 13वाँ पड़ाव – वोंटिमिट्टा कोदंदरमा मंदिर (कडपा)
IndoUS Tribune की “यात्रा और दर्शन” श्रृंखला में आपका पुनः स्वागत है! आंध्र प्रदेश के मंदिरों की आध्यात्मिक यात्रा में, तिरुमला वेंकटेश्वर मंदिर (तिरुपति) के दर्शन के बाद अब हम पहुँचते हैं कडपा जिले के प्रसिद्ध वोंटिमिट्टा कोदंदरमा मंदिर। यह मंदिर 16वीं सदी
Gita study – as I understand it, chapter 18: the yoga of liberation and renunciation (part 2)
By: Rajendra Kapil The second part of the eighteenth chapter begins with a discussion on the knowledge of caste and duty prevalent in society. In common Indian society, there is a belief that caste is hereditary. That is, a person’s caste is determined
Breakthrough in nerve repair offers new hope, but caution still needed
By: Dr. Avi Verma Scientists and engineers are making remarkable strides in the field of nerve regeneration—one of medicine’s most stubborn challenges. Traditional nerve injury treatments often fall short, leaving patients with long-term loss of sensation, chronic pain, or impaired motor function. But
Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi takes strong stance against Trump administration over military threats, funding cuts, and global issues
By: Dr Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), a candidate for reelection in Illinois, has been actively speaking out on multiple fronts, challenging the Trump administration’s recent threats and policy actions both domestically and internationally. His office released a series of statements highlighting
Illinois governor’s race 2026: incumbency, identity, and the battle for relevance
By: Dr. Avi Verma As Illinois moves steadily toward the March 17, 2026 primaries and the November 3 general election, the contest for governor is emerging as a study in political asymmetry. On one side stands a deeply entrenched Democratic incumbent seeking a
Celebrating new beginnings on the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal
By: Dr Avi Verma As the calendar turns toward mid-January, the IndoUS Tribune team extends its heartfelt congratulations and warm wishes to the Indian community across the globe on the joyous occasions of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal. These vibrant harvest festivals, celebrated
India urges its citizens to leave Iran immediately amid worsening security situation
India has urged all its citizens currently in Iran to leave the country at the earliest, citing a rapidly evolving and unstable security situation amid continuing unrest. The government has also issued a fresh advisory strongly discouraging any travel to Iran until further
US lawmaker introduces bill to tighten student visa rules citing security and fraud concerns
A Republican lawmaker has introduced new legislation aimed at tightening oversight of the US student visa program, arguing that systemic weaknesses have allowed fraud, visa overstays, and potential national security risks to persist. Representative Brandon Gill of Texas on Wednesday introduced the Student
G77 remains indispensable pillar of multilateralism amid global crises: UN chief
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has underscored the continued importance of the Group of 77 and China, calling it an indispensable pillar of multilateralism at a time when international cooperation is under growing strain from multiple global crises. Speaking on Wednesday at a
US funding bill seeks to withhold Pakistan aid pending release of Dr Shakil Afridi
A proposed US funding bill for the fiscal year 2026 includes a provision to withhold a portion of American assistance to Pakistan until Islamabad releases Dr Shakil Afridi, the physician who helped US intelligence locate al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, according to the
US lawmakers urge Trump administration to exempt doctors from steep H-1B visa fee
A group of US lawmakers has urged the Trump administration to exempt healthcare professionals from a newly imposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee, warning that the policy could severely strain hospitals and worsen critical workforce shortages, particularly in rural and underserved communities. In a
Indian American leader sees positive momentum in India–US ties with new US envoy in New Delhi
The arrival of Sergio Gor as the new United States Ambassador to India has injected renewed optimism into India–US relations, with an eminent Indian American community leader describing the development as a “very positive step” at a crucial juncture in bilateral ties. Jasdip
EU leaders to attend India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations as chief guests
European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will serve as the Chief Guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations, coinciding with their three-day State Visit to India from January 25 to 27, the Ministry of External Affairs
India, Arab League review political, economic and cultural cooperation ahead of foreign ministers’ meet
India and the League of Arab States (LAS) on Thursday reviewed their expanding political, economic and cultural engagement during a meeting between Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh and Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit. The discussions focused on
Uruguay envoy warns US bid to control Greenland could create major rift within NATO
Uruguay’s Ambassador to India, Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla, has warned that any attempt by the United States to assert control or sovereignty over Greenland could create serious tensions within the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), the European Union (EU), and the wider international
Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries
The Trump administration has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, marking one of the most sweeping restrictions on legal immigration pathways to the United States in recent years. The policy, set to take effect on January
Trump unveils affordability push on housing, health
US President Donald Trump has outlined a broad affordability agenda aimed at lowering housing, health care and everyday consumer costs, arguing that falling energy prices, targeted financial interventions and new policy initiatives are already easing pressure on American households. Speaking at the Detroit
Trump calls Fed chief Jerome Powell ‘lousy’, defends ICE agent
US President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and strongly defended the actions of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent involved in a fatal incident in Minnesota, dismissing accusations of political retaliation or abuse of authority.
US hosts APEC supply chain roundtable in Mexico City
The United States has hosted a regional roundtable of the APEC Alliance for Supply Chain Connectivity (A2C2) in Mexico City, underscoring Washington’s push for more balanced, resilient, and transparent trade ties with Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) partners. The meeting brought together senior government