India must anticipate risk of persistent American interference: Report
India should prepare for the possibility of sustained American interference in its domestic affairs as global power dynamics shift, according to a report published by the New Delhi-based Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF). The report argues that recent developments in the Middle East demonstrate
Trump signals US ready for prolonged war, says Iran military ‘knocked out’
US President Donald Trump indicated that Washington is prepared for a prolonged military conflict, asserting that American munition stockpiles remain robust even as he claimed Iran’s naval and air capabilities have been largely destroyed. In a post on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump
US issues ‘Depart Now’ advisory for Americans across Middle East
The US Department of State has issued an urgent security advisory directing American citizens to “DEPART NOW” from more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries amid escalating regional tensions following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The advisory, released on March 2, 2026, warns of
Middle East crisis deepens after Kuwait mistakenly downs US fighter jets
The Middle East conflict intensified dramatically after Kuwait’s air defenses mistakenly shot down three US F-15 fighter jets during active combat operations, in what officials described as a “friendly fire” incident amid escalating hostilities with Iran. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), the
J&K Students Association urges PM Modi, EAM to relocate Indian students from Iran
The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to urgently intervene and relocate Indian students from Iran to safer locations amid escalating regional tensions. JKSA National Convenor Nasir Khuehami said
US blitz hits 1,000 Iran military sites under Operation Epic Fury
The United States launched a sweeping military offensive against Iran, striking more than 1,000 military targets within the first 24 hours under “Operation Epic Fury,” according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). The operation, initiated at 1:15 a.m. on February 28 at the direction
Trump eyes ‘Venezuela’ model for Iran as military campaign could last weeks
US President Donald Trump said the United States could sustain military operations against Iran for “four to five weeks” if necessary and suggested that a “Venezuela” model of political transition might shape Tehran’s future after the conflict. In a telephone interview with The
Nepal confirms death of Gorkha youth in Abu Dhabi amid Iran conflict
Nepal’s Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has confirmed the death of a 29-year-old Nepali national from western Gorkha district during a drone interception operation at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, underscoring the widening human cost of the escalating US–Iran conflict.
IRGC vows ‘most ferocious offensive’ after Khamenei’s reported death
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has vowed sweeping retaliation following the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promising what it called the “most ferocious offensive operation in history” against the United States and Israel. In a statement posted on its
Trump threatens Iran with ‘force never seen before’ amid escalation
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, saying the United States would respond with a “force never seen before” if Tehran escalates military retaliation following the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a public statement, Trump
US–Israel airstrikes kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, state media confirms
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint US–Israel airstrikes, according to Iranian state media reports on Sunday. The strikes reportedly targeted his compound, with Iran’s Fars News Agency stating that four of his relatives — including his daughter, grandchild and
US and Israel launch major strikes on Iran as Trump urges regime change
The United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran on Saturday, marking a dramatic escalation in regional tensions and opening a new phase of direct confrontation. President Donald Trump described the operation as “major combat operations,” urging the Iranian public to
Amid Taliban escalation, Pakistan invokes India narrative to deflect from internal strains
As tensions flare between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, Islamabad has escalated military action across the border, placing a fragile Qatar-mediated ceasefire under severe strain. After Afghanistan claimed it launched retaliatory strikes along the shared frontier, Pakistani forces reportedly carried out airstrikes targeting
Canadian PM Mark Carney begins first official visit to India
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Mumbai on Friday, marking his first official visit to India and signalling renewed momentum in India–Canada relations. He was accompanied by his wife, Diana Fox Carney, and received at the airport by Maharashtra’s Minister of Protocol
‘India Corner’ inaugurated at Illinois Institute of Technology to promote academic and cultural ties
Strengthening academic and cultural ties between India and the United States, the Consulate inaugurated an “India Corner” at the Illinois Institute of Technology as part of its initiative to establish similar spaces across Midwest universities. The Consulate donated a diverse collection of books
Analysis: Devon Avenue business corridor and the 2026 IL-09 Congressional race
By: Dr Avi VermaA federal policy analysis from the South Asian business perspective The political context: A post-Schakowsky open seat Devon Avenue sits within Illinois’ 9th Congressional District, long represented by Jan Schakowsky. Her retirement has transformed the March 17, 2026 Democratic primary
Bushra Amiwala criticizes dark money and calls for abolishing ICE during 9th District debate
By: Dr Avi Verma Congressional candidate Bushra Amiwala used a televised debate on FOX 32 Chicago to sharply criticize the influence of “dark money” in politics and call for the abolition of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), drawing clear contrasts with her
Analysis: America first, India alert: Reading the signals in Trump’s national address
By: Dr. Avi VermaWhen Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union–style address, the messaging wasunmistakably domestic: affordability, border enforcement, anti-fraud crackdowns, anddeclarations of economic strength. The speech was calibrated for American votersnavigating inflation anxieties, housing pressures, and political polarization.But for India, such
From defense deals to strategic destiny: PM Modi’s landmark Israel visit redefines Indo-Israel ties
By: Dr Avi VermaPrime Minister Narendra Modi’s February 2026 visit to Israel marks a defining moment in India’s evolving global posture. His address to the Knesset—the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister—symbolized far more than diplomatic ceremony. It underscored a decisive transition:
King Parikshit and the Age of Kali: An Eternal Message on Dharma, Time, and Human Consciousness
In the Indian spiritual tradition, Puranic narratives are not merely religious stories; they serve as mirrors reflecting the profound psychological, moral, and social truths of human life. The story of King Parikshit belongs to this category. It teaches us that the preservation of