Central government’s big preparations: A special session may be called this month for an important bill

New Delhi:  Amid speculations over the conclusion of the current Budget Session of Parliament, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has clarified that the Budget Session will not be adjourned sine die today but will be adjourned for a few days and the members will meet again very soon. In the Rajya Sabha, he said, “We have some important issues, this has been shared with the opposition as well. In the next 2-3 weeks, we are going to bring a very important bill. Today the government will move a motion…

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) USA Holds High-Level National Meeting; Reaffirms Commitment to Democracy, Unity, and National Expansion

Long Island, New York | The Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) USA successfully convened a high-level national meeting, bringing together senior leadership and members from across the United States. Participants traveled from multiple states and regions, reflecting the organization’s growing momentum, unity, and collective commitment. The meeting was inaugurated by Mohinder Singh Gilzian, President of IOC USA, who welcomed attendees and expressed deep appreciation for their dedication and continued efforts. A moment of silence was observed in memory of the late Harbachan Singh, honoring his contributions and legacy. Leaders representing chapters…

‘Iran will be destroyed in 2-3 weeks, those who capture Hormuz will get oil’: Trump

Washington: 34 days have passed since the war between Israel-Iran and America. During this time Trump spoke of ending the war several times. But then he postponed it citing some reason. On Thursday, US President Trump addressed the nation in his country. In which people were expecting that Trump might announce a ceasefire during this time. But during this he said that in the next 2-3 weeks a strong attack will be launched on Iran. Iran had blocked the Strait of Hormuz. Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said that we…

Trump’s former spiritual adviser Robert Morris released from prison in sexual abuse case

Washington: Robert Morris, a religious advisor to US President Donald Trump during his first term, has been released after serving a six-month prison sentence for sexually abusing a minor. Morris, a former megachurch pastor and renowned televangelist, was convicted of abusing a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s. Robert Morris has been recognized as one of Trump’s closest spiritual allies. In 2016, he was included on Trump’s Evangelical Executive Advisory Board and hosted Trump at his Gateway Church in Texas in 2020. However, his past has left a deep stain on his…

Hackensack Performing Arts Center Awarded $500,000 NJEDA Grant for Illumination 250 Celebration

Multi-Location Festival Will Celebrate Cultural Diversity, Honor America’s 250th Anniversary, and Drive Economic Revitalization Hackensack, New Jersey:  The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) has received a $500,000 grant from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) A.R.T. Phase II program to launch Illumination 250, a regional celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial on October 3, 2026. Building around the Main Street Business Alliance’s popular HACKENSACKtoberfest, the initiative will introduce a series of new arts, cultural, and community events across downtown Hackensack, creating a full-day regional festival experience. HACPAC was one of 39…

“We will send them back to the Stone Age, it will be easy to destroy oil wells”: Trump threatens Iran again

Washington: US President Donald Trump, in an address to the nation on Thursday, took a tough stance on the ongoing military action against Iran. Trump claimed that Iran’s navy, air force, and missile capabilities have been completely destroyed in the past month of war. He cited oil installations, saying they are the easiest targets, but they have not been attacked so far because they would give Iran no chance to recover. Trump clarified that Iran no longer possesses any effective air defense system or radar, making the US military militarily…

China has built a massive car carrier super ship that can accommodate over 10,000 vehicles

Beijing: China’s Guangzhou Shipyard International has built a car carrier that has astonished the world. The ship is so massive that it can accommodate over 10,000 vehicles at a time. This mammoth vessel has begun its sea trials. Built for South Korea’s HMM Company, it is poised to be a game-changer in the world of maritime trade. It is the world’s first dual-fuel vessel with a five-digit capacity. The combination of modern technology and enormous size has made it the “strongman” of the shipping industry. The ship is 230 meters…

Kuwait’s state-run oil refinery attacked for the third time amid Iran war

 Amidst the ongoing fighting in the Middle East, America and Israel targeted Iran’s highest B1 bridge, after which the fire of war has further flared up in the Middle East. After the attack on the bridge, Iran has now prepared for retaliation. In fact, Iran’s state news agency ‘Fars’ has released a list of eight important bridges in the Gulf countries and Jordan, which the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has identified as its possible targets for attack. According to a report, Iran’s list includes Kuwait’s Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah…

BJP leader’s ‘Hindu MLA’ remark sparks controversy, report to EC

Thiruvananthapuram: Political activity in Kerala is rife with activity ahead of next month’s assembly elections. Amidst the intensified preparations by political parties for the election campaign and the increasing accusations and counter-accusations between the parties, a controversial statement by BJP candidate B. Gopalakrishnan has raised a new issue. Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Ratan U. Kelkar stated on Tuesday that a complaint had been received regarding Gopalakrishnan’s “Hindu MLA” statement, and that legal opinion had been obtained. Kelkar emphasized the need for prompt action, stating that a report based on this…

BJP is confusing the country with Hindu-Muslim issues; Rahul Gandhi’s allegation on Uttam Nagar incident

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of inciting communal violence over the Uttam Nagar incident and appealed to Delhi residents not to succumb to any provocation. In a post on Twitter, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, wrote that the people of Uttam Nagar have paid a heavy price for the violence. On one hand, a young boy, Tarun, lost his life, and on the other, an entire family is facing oppression. He said he does not want further bloodshed. Rahul Gandhi…