Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi champions immigration reform, condemns terrorism, and honors a fellow legislator
By: Dr. Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) continues to make headlines with his steadfast advocacy on key legislative and diplomatic issues impacting both Indian American communities and the broader U.S. public. In recent weeks, Krishnamoorthi has led a bipartisan effort to modernize
India bleeds in silence while terror finds safe haven next door
By: Dr. Avi Verma From Pahalgam to Pakistan, why innocents are under fire and the world must rise against the roots of global terrorism What is terrorism? Terrorism is the calculated use of violence—or the threat of violence—to create fear, intimidate populations, and
India foils Pakistan aerial attack amid blackouts, retaliation
A major aerial attack launched by Pakistan targeting Jammu was successfully thwarted late Thursday night by India’s air defence systems. The attempted strike involved multiple drones and missiles, setting off air raid sirens and causing blackouts across parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab,
Congress backs armed forces after Operation Sindoor
In response to India’s pre-emptive military strikes under ‘Operation Sindoor’, the Congress Party held an emergency Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on Wednesday and extended its full support to the Indian Armed Forces. The high-level meeting, chaired by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, included
US advises citizens in Pakistan to avoid conflict zones
The United States mission in Pakistan has issued a security alert urging American citizens to immediately leave areas near active conflict zones, following India’s targeted military strikes under Operation Sindoor. The advisory was issued hours after India launched precision strikes on nine terror
Pahalgam attack aimed at disrupting J&K’s normalcy, says India
In a press briefing on Wednesday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack was a deliberate attempt to derail the return of normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir and to create an environment for continued cross-border terrorism from Pakistan.
India’s Operation Sindoor hits 9 terror camps, kills 70 in 25 minutes
In a swift and strategic pre-dawn strike, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). The meticulously planned operation lasted just 25 minutes, between 1:05 a.m. and 1:30 a.m., and resulted in the deaths of
PM Modi on Operation Sindoor: Flawless military strike on terror camps
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Union Cabinet, where he briefed ministers on Operation Sindoor—a targeted tri-services military strike on nine terror camps across the border in the early hours of the day. PM Modi told the Cabinet
Iltija Mufti urges restraint on Pahalgam aftermath
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti has urged the Indian government to show restraint and avoid escalating conflict, while still advocating for appropriate retribution. In
Moody’s: India’s economy stable, Pakistan at risk amid tensions
Global ratings agency Moody’s said on Monday that India’s macroeconomic conditions are expected to remain stable even as tensions with Pakistan rise in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians dead. In sharp contrast, Pakistan’s economic stability remains highly
Rajnath Singh skips Russia trip over India-Pakistan tensions
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is unlikely to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow on May 9, amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, official sources said on Saturday. Instead, Minister of State
Modi congratulates Lawrence Wong on Singapore win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended warm congratulations to Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong following the People’s Action Party’s (PAP) decisive victory in the general elections, securing its 14th consecutive mandate to govern. In a message shared on X, PM Modi emphasized
Trump announces 100% tariff on foreign films
US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 100 per cent tariff on all foreign-produced films, calling the decline of Hollywood a national security threat and accusing other countries of deliberately luring American studios abroad with financial incentives. Trump made the declaration via
PM Modi opens Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the seventh edition of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2025 on Sunday, marking a significant milestone as Bihar hosts the prestigious event for the first time. Addressing athletes, coaches, and staff, the Prime Minister praised the
India bans all imports from Pakistan amid escalating tensions
India has officially banned all imports—both direct and indirect—from Pakistan amid mounting tensions over the brutal Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians dead. In a notification issued by the Commerce Ministry, the Indian government stated that: “Direct or indirect import or transit
India and Angola expand energy partnership, sign key agreements to strengthen bilateral ties
India and Angola took a major step in deepening bilateral relations on Saturday by signing several significant agreements after a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The two nations
Michigan Democrat Shri Thanedar files articles of impeachment against President Trump
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI) introduced a resolution Monday to impeach President Donald Trump, accusing him of “a sweeping abuse of power, flagrant violations of the Constitution, and acts of tyranny that undermine American democracy.” In a sharply worded statement, Thanedar accused the
Trump warns of sanctions over Iran oil amid stalled nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran and its trading partners, threatening immediate secondary sanctions on any country or individual that continues to purchase Iranian oil or petrochemical products. “All purchases of Iranian oil or petrochemical products must stop,
US Vice President Vance urges Pakistan to cooperate with India on Pahalgam terror probe
US Vice President J.D. Vance has expressed hope that Pakistan will cooperate with India to identify and apprehend the terrorists responsible for the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir. “Our hope here is that India responds to
US not giving up on Ukraine peace efforts, says Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State and acting National Security Advisor Marco Rubio has reaffirmed America’s commitment to resolving the conflict in Ukraine but acknowledged growing pressure to prioritize other pressing global challenges. “We’re not going to give up on it,” Rubio said in an