Assad Flees to Russia After Rebels Take Over Damascus
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, along with his family, has reportedly fled to Russia after rebels captured Damascus. According to a Russian state news agency, the Kremlin has granted Assad political asylum, offering him refuge in Moscow. The fall of Damascus to the
Putin approves signing Russia-Belarus security guarantee agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a proposal to sign a security guarantee agreement with Belarus within the framework of the Union State, the Kremlin said in a statement. “By his order, the president resolved to approve the Russian Foreign Ministry’s proposal, coordinated
Subsidiary of US consulting firm pays $122 million to resolve South Africa bribery case involving Indian ex-executive
A subsidiary of global consulting company McKinsey has agreed to a $122.85 million settlement with US prosecutors in a South African bribery case involving a former Indian executive, officials said. “McKinsey Africa has agreed to pay a criminal penalty of more than $122
India to chair UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs for the first time
India has been chosen to chair the 68th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), according to a statement from the Indian Embassy in Austria on Friday. Ambassador Shambhu S Kumaran, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, officially assumed
Canada launches Arctic foreign policy
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly announced the launch of Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy. The Arctic Foreign Policy is a diplomatic strategy designed to guide Canada’s engagement in the Arctic. It aims to enhance Canada’s presence and partnerships to address current needs while maintaining
Centre committed to ensuring quality school education for all, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to providing quality school education to all sections of society, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP). On Friday, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Modi, approved the establishment of
Romania to restart presidential election, investigation launched against leading candidate
The Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) has decided to annul the entire electoral process of the presidential elections, despite the second round of voting already having begun for the diaspora. The ruling was announced on Friday, just two days before the second round,
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024 awarded to former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet
Michelle Bachelet, the former President of Chile and a prominent global advocate for human rights, has been awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development. The announcement was made by an international jury chaired by Shivshankar Menon, former National Security
Russian foreign minister warns of nuclear escalation risks in Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has expressed concerns about the potential for nuclear escalation in Ukraine, while reaffirming Russia’s openness to dialogue. In an interview with American reporter Tucker Carlson, Lavrov discussed Russia-US relations, the ongoing Ukraine crisis, and the broader geopolitical context.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy seek to cut government spending
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, tasked by President-elect Donald Trump to head the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), have begun meetings with congressional Republicans to discuss cutting federal spending and regulations. The goal is to overhaul the federal budget, a challenge that has
PM Modi’s four-pillar strategy driving India’s growth, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India’s growth story is being propelled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s four-pillar strategy, even amidst global instability and geopolitical tensions, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Addressing the NDTV Indian of The Year event, Vaishnaw highlighted that the country’s sustained growth rate of 6-8%
Scholarship programme for diaspora children (SPDC) for the academic year 2024-25
By Dr. Avi VermaPublisher, IndoUS Tribune Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) scheme is a scholarship scheme of the Ministry of External Affairs to assist the Children of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)/ Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who are
A homeland for justice: Making the case for a separate Hindu nation in Bangladesh
By: Dr. Avi Verma The recent rise in atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh has sparked renewed calls from Hindu religious leaders and community advocates for the creation of a separate Hindu nation. These demands are rooted in a long history of systemic persecution,
The Presidential pardon – A power of mercy or a license for misuse?
By Dr. Avi VermaPublisher, IndoUS Tribune The recent pardon granted by President Joe Biden to his son Hunter Biden has once again drawn attention to one of the most extraordinary and controversial powers vested in the U.S. Constitution: the Presidential pardon. While intended
The Sage Tradition in the Ramcharitmanas
By: Rajendra Kapil Fourth Chapter – Guru of the Raghu Dynasty, Rishi VashisthaRishi Vashistha was the esteemed royal guru of the Raghu dynasty, serving from the time of King Dilip, followed by King Aja, and later, King Dasharatha. During the Ramayana period, King Dasharatha
चार धाम यात्रा: सनातन धर्म की महान परंपरा
भारत की धार्मिक और सांस्कृतिक धरोहर में तीर्थ यात्राओं का विशेष महत्व है। इन यात्राओं में सबसे पवित्र और अद्वितीय मानी जाती है चार धाम यात्रा, जो चार महत्वपूर्ण तीर्थ स्थलों – रामेश्वरम, जगन्नाथ पुरी, बद्रीनाथ-केदारनाथ, और द्वारका – की यात्रा है। इसे “मोक्ष का मार्ग” कहा जाता है, क्योंकि यह यात्रा आत्मा की शुद्धि और ईश्वर से जुड़ने का माध्यम है। आदि शंकराचार्य द्वारा प्रतिपादित इस यात्रा का उद्देश्य धर्म, भक्ति और ज्ञान के प्रसार के साथ-साथ भारतीय संस्कृति के विभिन्न पहलुओं को एकजुट करना है। यह यात्रा न केवल धार्मिक रूप से महत्वपूर्ण है, बल्कि भौगोलिक और सांस्कृतिक विविधता को भी दर्शाती है। चार धाम: चार पवित्र स्थल रामेश्वरम धाम (तमिलनाडु)हिंद महासागर के किनारे स्थित रामेश्वरम धाम भगवान शिव को समर्पित है। यह वही स्थान है जहां भगवान राम ने लंका पर चढ़ाई करने से पहले शिवलिंग की स्थापना की थी। यहां का रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर अपनी विशाल गलियारों
Revolutionizing mental health: Fitbit data accurately predicts bipolar disorder mood swings
By: Dr. Avi Verma Bipolar disorder (BD), characterized by extreme mood episodes between depression and mania, affects millions worldwide, significantly impacting personal, professional, and social aspects of life. Managing this condition hinges on timely identification and treatment of mood episodes. A groundbreaking study
Krishnamoorthi applauds unanimous House passage of his bipartisan trade crimes legislation
By: Ashwani MahajanOn Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the bipartisan Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes legislation. The bill, led by Select Committee Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA), and Select Committee Chairman John
Personal finance insights: Market sentiments, investment strategies & economic trends
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Community spirit shines at GiGi’s Playhouse Thanksgiving celebration
By: Vandana Jhingan Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on gratitude, kindness, and community—and this year, the Federation of Indian Associations-Chicago (FIA) and the Indian American Cultural Association (IACA) united to make the holiday unforgettable for the children and families of GiGi’s Playhouse