Rahul Gandhi receives historic document of grandfather Feroze Gandhi, sends it to mother Sonia

Raebareli: Tuesday was a very special day for Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, who was on a two-day visit to Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. He was presented with the decades-old driving license of his grandfather and former MP Feroze Gandhi, which had been lying undisclosed for years. During the Raebareli Premier League cricket tournament, organizing committee member Vikas Singh handed over this historic document to Rahul Gandhi. Vikas Singh said his father-in-law had received the license many years ago at an event. After his death, his mother-in-law kept…

UST Adopt-a-Village CSR Initiative Hands Over 2 More Water Treatment Plants in Kuttanad

Two RO water treatment plants installed in Edathva, Chambakkulam panchayats at a cost ofRs 16.5 lakh Thiruvananthapuram, January 22, 2026: The hugely successful Adopt-a-Village programme spearheaded by the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of prominent AI and digital transformation solutions company UST, has added yet another feather in its cap in its efforts to provide safe drinking water to needy communities. The UST CSR team inaugurated and handed over two more RO water treatment plants to the people residing in the villages of Pacha East Ward 12 in Edathva panchayat,…

Mamdani Administration Announces New Youth Clinics at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and Queens

Supported by $4 million from MetroPlusHealth, the new NYC Health + Hospitals clinics will provide excellent behavioral and primary care as youth age out of pediatric care Nearly 90% of youth stop seeing their mental health provider after they turn 21 — this initiative will keep young New Yorkers engaged and supported New York, NY – TODAY, Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined NYC Health + Hospitals and MetroPlusHealth to announce the launch of two new clinics to provide comprehensive healthcare to young people ages 16 to 25 years old at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and Queens. Supported by $4 million from MetroPlusHealth, the clinics will aim…

AAPI’s Landmark Odisha Global Health Summit: Forging Partnerships, Celebrating Achievements, and Shaping the Future

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) organized its 19th annual Global Health Summit (GHS) from January 9–11, 2026, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, which was attended by over 100 Physician leaders from the United States, along with nearly 500 participants from India. Organized for the first time in the state of Odisha under the leadership of AAPI President Dr. Amit Chakrabarty, the Summit brought together leading physicians, researchers, educators, and public health experts from India and the United States, united in their mission to advance medical innovation, global partnerships,…

Upset Hindus seek apology from Mondelēz Australia for non-disclosure of beef in its various snacks

Upset Hindus worldwide are seeking official apology from Mondelēz International, “one of Australia’s largest food manufacturers” with “125-year history in Australia”, for non-disclosure of beef in some of its products; and immediate recall of all such items., Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that it was shocking for Hindus to learn that majority of its Pascall and The Natural Confectionery Co. products, which they had been eating for years, reportedly contained beef, while beef was not explicitly mentioned under the ingredients listed on the…

Andrew Pappachen Receives 2025 Good Samaritan Award for Decades of Service

Celebrated Indian American Leader Recognized by Global Malayalee Christian Forum and CMS College Alumni Andrew Pappachen, a distinguished Indian American community leader, was honored with the 2025 Good Samaritan Award by the Global Malayalee Christian Forum in a solemn ceremony at the Kochi Ramada Inn on January 17, 2026. This prestigious award celebrates his unwavering commitment to the Indian diaspora, acknowledging over 30 years of dedicated service and leadership. In a separate event marked by warmth and nostalgia, Pappachen was felicitated by his classmates and professors from CMS College in…

America will not be able to attack Iran even if it wants to!

Large protests are ongoing in Iran amid Donald Trump’s aggressive rhetoric. However, given the military deployment, strategic risks, and international politics, an attack on Iran appears unlikely for the US. US President Donald Trump is once again taking a tough stance on Iran. Trump’s statements have become more aggressive following the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Meanwhile, Iran is witnessing its largest wave of anti-government protests to date. In these circumstances, questions are being raised about whether the US can truly launch a military attack on Iran. According…

Is America withdrawing its troops from Middle East bases due to fear of Iran’s threat?

The US president recently warned Iran that the US would take strong action if the executions were carried out. The Iranian judiciary chief’s comments are being seen as a direct response to the US warning. Washington: Tensions in the Middle East are rapidly rising, and the possibility of war is deepening. Iran has recently issued strong statements and threatened to attack US military bases. Meanwhile, the US has begun withdrawing troops and personnel from its major military bases. According to reports, the US is taking steps to remove personnel from…

The Trump administration has banned the entry of citizens of 75 countries into the US, and has imposed a ban on new visas

Washington:  In a major and drastic decision, the United States has completely halted the processing of visa applicants from 75 countries. This ban will take effect on January 21st, with no deadline set. The Trump administration claims this move is necessary to prevent foreign nationals who may rely on government assistance programs from immigrating to the United States. This decision will affect thousands of applicants from countries like Russia, Afghanistan, Iran, Brazil, and Nigeria. According to directives issued by the US State Department, visa processing has been halted for citizens…

Amid fears of a US attack, Iran’s Foreign Minister spoke to S Jaishankar, expressing concern over the violence

New Delhi: Amid the ongoing political turmoil and violent protests in Iran, India has increased its vigilance regarding the safety of its citizens. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi spoke with Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar by phone. The conversation discussed the rapidly evolving situation in and around Iran. Amid the rising death toll and the unstable security situation, the Indian Embassy has issued strict advisories for its citizens. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on the social media platform X that he received a call from Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed…