Personal finance insights: News & Features

Personal finance insights: News & Features

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FIA marks India’s 77th Republic Day in Massachusetts with focus on democracy, unity, and shared values

FIA marks India’s 77th Republic Day in Massachusetts with focus on democracy, unity, and shared values

By: Vandana Jhingan Massachusetts celebrated India’s 77th Republic Day as the Foundation of Indian Americans New England hosted a community event at the Academy of Creative Arts, honoring India’s freedom fighters and the framers of its Constitution. The gathering marked the historic adoption of

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Invest India Business Forum in Seattle highlights Indian exports and spurs Washington State’s largest-ever trade mission to India

Invest India Business Forum in Seattle highlights Indian exports and spurs Washington State’s largest-ever trade mission to India

By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Seattle hosted the second edition of the Invest India Business Forum at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center, spotlighting India’s growing investment opportunities and export potential across key sectors. The event was organized in

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Universal artificial blood: Where science stands today

Universal artificial blood: Where science stands today

By: Dr. Avi Verma For decades, the idea of artificial blood, a safe, universally compatible substitute for donated human blood, has been a long-sought goal in medicine. Such a product could help avert global shortages, eliminate the need for blood-type matching, and save

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‘Atithidevo Bhava’ The simple meaning of the guest-ethic in Indian culture

‘Atithidevo Bhava’ The simple meaning of the guest-ethic in Indian culture

The famous Upanishadic dictum “Atithidevo Bhava” teaches us that a guest is to be regarded as God. Serving a guest is considered equivalent to worshipping the Divine. According to Sage Suta, there is no duty greater than hospitality and no deity greater than a guest.

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New Indian consular application centre opens in Seattle to serve Pacific Northwest diaspora

New Indian consular application centre opens in Seattle to serve Pacific Northwest diaspora

Expanded facility aims to improve access, efficiency, and citizen-centric services Indian authorities have inaugurated a new Indian Consular Application Centre in Seattle, marking a significant step toward improving access to consular services for the growing Indian diaspora in the Pacific Northwest region of

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Indian diaspora in Pacific Northwest to benefit from new Seattle consular centre

Indian diaspora in Pacific Northwest to benefit from new Seattle consular centre

How energy control, China’s debt diplomacy and calibrated power are reshaping global competition A heated US Senate debate on Venezuela this week has offered India a revealing window into the evolving nature of global geopolitics, where control over energy, debt leverage, sanctions and

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Blatter urges FIFA World Cup boycott over Trump administration policies

Blatter urges FIFA World Cup boycott over Trump administration policies

Former FIFA chief joins global chorus questioning US suitability as 2026 World Cup host Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has backed growing calls for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to be held in the United States, citing concerns

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US warns Europe over ‘mother of all trade deals’ with India as India-EU FTA set for announcement

US warns Europe over ‘mother of all trade deals’ with India as India-EU FTA set for announcement

As India and the European Union prepare to formally announce the conclusion of their long-pending free trade agreement (FTA) on Tuesday, the United States has issued a sharp warning, claiming that Europe is indirectly financing the Russia-Ukraine war by deepening trade ties with

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EU trade deal biggest in India’s history, to create huge opportunities: PM Modi

EU trade deal biggest in India’s history, to create huge opportunities: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced the signing of a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, describing it as the biggest trade deal in India’s history and a transformative step that will create vast opportunities for businesses,

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India, EU share responsibility to uphold international law with UN Charter at its core: Antonio Costa

India, EU share responsibility to uphold international law with UN Charter at its core: Antonio Costa

European Council President Antonio Costa on Tuesday said that India and the European Union share a collective responsibility to uphold international law, with the United Nations Charter at its core, underscoring the growing strategic convergence between New Delhi and Brussels in a rapidly

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India rightfully among leading world powers: Putin’s Republic Day greetings underscore strategic partnership

India rightfully among leading world powers: Putin’s Republic Day greetings underscore strategic partnership

Russian President Vladimir Putin has lauded India’s global stature, stating that the country “rightfully occupies its place among the leading world powers,” as he extended warm greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of India’s 77th Republic

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India–Italy ties set for rapid expansion, says Italian President Sergio Mattarella

India–Italy ties set for rapid expansion, says Italian President Sergio Mattarella

India and Italy are poised for a phase of rapid expansion in their bilateral relationship, Italian President Sergio Mattarella said while extending Republic Day greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, underlining shared democratic values and converging strategic interests between the two nations. In a

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India warns against rise of ‘parallel’ platforms challenging UN authority

India warns against rise of ‘parallel’ platforms challenging UN authority

India has voiced strong concern over the growing emergence of “parallel” and plurilateral platforms that seek to influence global peace and security outside the framework of the United Nations, arguing that such trends risk weakening international rule of law at a time when

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No Schengen visa needed: Albania opens easier entry for Indian travellers

No Schengen visa needed: Albania opens easier entry for Indian travellers

Indian travellers looking for a European getaway without the long Schengen visa queues now have an attractive alternative. Albania, a scenic Balkan nation outside the Schengen zone, is fast emerging as a hassle-free, budget-friendly destination offering Mediterranean charm, historic towns, and dramatic landscapes

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Amid Trump’s tariff pressure, Canadian PM Mark Carney plans India visit to reset trade and critical minerals partnership

Amid Trump’s tariff pressure, Canadian PM Mark Carney plans India visit to reset trade and critical minerals partnership

Facing escalating tariff threats and strategic pressure from the United States under President Donald Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is preparing to visit India in a bid to revitalise bilateral ties and diversify Canada’s global economic partnerships, with a strong focus on

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Vance, Trump stalled India–US trade talks amid tariff rift, claims US Senator Ted Cruz

Vance, Trump stalled India–US trade talks amid tariff rift, claims US Senator Ted Cruz

Fresh cracks within the US Republican leadership have surfaced after leaked audio recordings of Senator Ted Cruz revealed sharp criticism of Vice President J.D. Vance, White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, and at times President Donald Trump, over the prolonged delay in finalising

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Did Trump and Vance block India–US trade deal? Senator Ted Cruz makes explosive claim

Did Trump and Vance block India–US trade deal? Senator Ted Cruz makes explosive claim

Cracks within the Republican leadership came into sharp focus after leaked audio recordings surfaced in which US Senator Ted Cruz sharply criticised President Donald Trump’s tariff-driven trade policy and accused Vice President JD Vance and senior White House officials of blocking a potential

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US, India share historic bond, says Rubio on Republic Day

US, India share historic bond, says Rubio on Republic Day

The United States on Monday reaffirmed the depth and strategic importance of its relationship with India as Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended Republic Day greetings, underscoring expanding cooperation across key sectors and shared engagement in the Indo-Pacific. “The United States and India

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‘Let the dragon and elephant dance together’: Chinese President Xi greets India on Republic Day

‘Let the dragon and elephant dance together’: Chinese President Xi greets India on Republic Day

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday extended Republic Day greetings to President Droupadi Murmu as India marked its 77th Republic Day, underscoring the importance of dialogue, confidence-building measures, and cooperative engagement between Asia’s two largest nations. In a congratulatory message conveyed through Chinese

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