Personal finance insights: Market sentiments, investment strategies & economic trends
By: Dr K C Gupta, YBB Personal Finance SENTIMENTS AAII Bull-Bear Spread +11.6% (above average)$NYA50R, NYSE %Above 50-dMA 50.76% (positive, barely)$SPXA50R, SP500 %Above 50-dMA 47.60% (negative)Delta MSI 60.2%% (positive, lagging) ICI Fund Allocations (Cumulative)OEFs & ETFs: Stocks 61.62%, Hybrids 4.36%, Bonds 17.84%, M-Mkt
A breakthrough in organ transplants – Gene-edited pig kidney gives new hope
By Dr. Avi Verma In a groundbreaking development in transplantation medicine, a 53-year-old woman from Alabama became the world’s first person to successfully receive a gene-edited pig kidney. This monumental procedure was performed at NYU Langone Health, marking a significant step in the
Impending U.S. government shutdown amid political turmoil
By: Dr. Avi VermaThe U.S. government is once again teetering on the brink of a shutdown as the House of Representatives failed to pass a critical spending bill just one day before the federal funding deadline. This failure reflects deep divisions within Congress
Blood drive at National India Hub on January 11: Donate, save lives, and win big!
By Dr. Avi Verma The Indo-American community is invited to participate in a blood drive that promises to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many. Organized by National India Hub and co-sponsored by State Representative Michelle Mussman, this event is an
Social Security Fairness Act: What it means for Indian-origin seniors in the U.S.
By Dr. Avi Verma As the Senate moves toward a final vote on the Social Security Fairness Act, the potential impact on seniors of Indian origin working or retired in public sector jobs has drawn significant attention. The proposed legislation seeks to repeal
India and China discuss resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, border peace during NSA Doval’s Beijing visit
India and China on Wednesday decided to give “positive directions” for cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers, and border trade, during National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval’s visit to Beijing. This was
US Supreme Court to hear Chinese-owned TikTok’s appeal against ban
The US Supreme Court extended TikTok a thin, temporary lifeline on Wednesday, agreeing to hear its appeal against the law banning it unless it gives up its Chinese ownership. The court fast-tracked the appeal, setting a hearing for January 9, just 10 days
BJP MP alleges Rahul Gandhi pushed him, LoP dismisses claim
A heated confrontation unfolded in Parliament premises on Thursday during a protest by Opposition MPs alleging disrespect towards Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The incident escalated when BJP MP Pratap Sarangi accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of pushing an MP, causing a chain reaction that
Trump opposes bipartisan funding bill as government shutdown deadline looms
US President-elect Donald Trump opposed a bipartisan funding bill as lawmakers struggle to pass a stopgap measure to avert a looming government shutdown. Trump told Fox News he was “totally against” the proposed government funding bill, putting the stopgap measure, which would keep
HIL: ‘Jr Asia Cup was a huge confidence booster’, says Odisha forward Kanika
Rising Indian hockey star Kanika Siwach is excited to play in the inaugural Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) with Odisha Warriors. After a standout performance in the recently concluded Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2024, where she scored eight goals in as many games
US Senate passes annual defence policy bill, sending it to Biden for signing
The US Senate has passed the 895-billion-USD defence policy bill for fiscal year 2025, which has already cleared the House and now awaits President Joe Biden’s signature to become law. The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was approved in an 85-14 vote,
‘Going to play for CSK, don’t think Ashwin the cricketer is done’, says Indian spinner
A day after retiring from international cricket, veteran Indian spin-bowling all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin emphasized that while he has called time on his international career, he is not done with cricket. “Don’t be surprised if I try and aspire to play for as long
MP gears up for PM Modi’s visit to lay foundation for Ken-Betwa link project on Dec 25
The Madhya Pradesh government is preparing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Chhatarpur on December 25 to lay the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa link project. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will visit the Bundelkhand region on Thursday to review the state’s preparations
Vanuatu asks for international assistance after massive quake: UN
The situation in Vanuatu remains concerning after a massive earthquake struck the country, prompting the government to request international assistance, a UN spokesperson said. The government of Vanuatu declared a seven-day state of emergency following Tuesday’s 7.3-magnitude earthquake. At least 14 people have
Indian share market opens in red as US Fed warns of fewer rate cuts in 2025
The Indian stock market opened in the red on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points but warned that rate cuts in 2025 may not be as frequent as previously anticipated. With the Fed’s focus shifting towards
US San Diego politicians want to block Trump deportations, but sheriff refuses
A new immigration policy adopted by the US San Diego County Board of Supervisors was designed to stop jails from collaborating with federal immigration officials, potentially hindering President-elect Donald Trump’s promise of mass deportations. However, the county is now in a standoff, offering
Tom Holland lists perks of working with girlfriend Zendaya
Hollywood star Tom Holland has shared the perks of working with his girlfriend Zendaya, describing it as a unique experience. The actor appeared on a Christmas-themed episode of the ‘Dish’ podcast and was asked about his experience acting opposite his longtime girlfriend, reports
India’s envoy, US officials discuss advancing space partnership
India’s Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra and US officials met at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston to review space cooperation between the two countries and discuss ways to advance their partnership. During the visit on Wednesday, teams from both nations also met
California Declares State of Emergency Over Bird Flu
California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in response to the outbreak of Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, which has infected 34 people in the state. The governor’s office announced the declaration on Wednesday, noting that cases
Turkey, Lebanon Agree to Collaborate on Syrian Issues
Turkey and Lebanon have agreed to work together on Syrian issues following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced. “A new era has begun in Syria. As two key neighbors of Syria, we agree that we must act together,”