Trump Proposes 50% Tariff on India Amid Russian Oil Tensions
President Donald Trump has introduced significant tariffs on India, escalating trade tensions and targeting the country’s oil trade with Russia….
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Kremlin Aide: Trump-Putin Meeting May Occur Next Week
A meeting between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin could occur as early as next week,…
Putin and Netanyahu Challenge Trump on Global Stage
President Trump is facing increasing challenges from Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, complicating his foreign…
Dr. Sampat Shivangi Legacy Award Presented to Dr. Bharat Barai During AAPI Convention in Cincinnati
Dr. Bharat Barai, a distinguished Indian American physician and community leader, was honored with the first ever Dr. Sampat Shivangi…
Trump Administration Proposes Stricter Citizenship Test and H-1B Reforms
The Trump administration is set to introduce significant immigration reforms, targeting the H-1B visa program and the U.S. citizenship test,…
US Withdraws from UNESCO Again Under Trump’s Leadership
President Donald Trump has announced the United States will withdraw from UNESCO, the U.N. cultural and education agency, repeating a…
Democrats’ Poll Standing at Trump’s Six-Month Mark
Recent polls provide a complex picture for Democrats as they face challenges in regaining voter trust following a significant loss…
USISPF Appoints Taranjit Sandhu as Board Advisor and Institute Chair
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has appointed Taranjit Singh Sandhu, a veteran Indian diplomat, as an advisor to the…
Stablecoin bill clears House in key crypto victory
The House passed a bill setting up a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, sending it to President Trump’s desk and marking…
Trump Administration Shares Medicaid Data with ICE
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials are now authorized to access the personal data of 79 million Medicaid enrollees to…
India’s Tactical Diplomacy Faces Criticism Over Strategic Power
The recent BRICS summit highlighted a significant shift away from Western dominance, advocating for multipolarity and international fairness in global…
Green Card News Issued by U.S. Immigration Officials
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published its August 2025 visa bulletin, detailing significant updates on the processing…
Ex-White House Doctor Refuses to Testify in Biden Investigation
Dr. Kevin O’Connor, former President Joe Biden’s longtime physician, has declined to testify in a Republican-led investigation into Biden’s health,…
Law Targeting Nazis May Strip Citizenship from More Americans
The U.S. Department of Justice, under the Trump administration, is looking to expand its denaturalization efforts, placing millions of naturalized…
Senate Passes Latest Version of Trump’s Bill
Republicans are nearing the passage of a dramatic tax and spending cut bill, loaded with tax breaks, defense spending, and…
Tina Shah Announces Congressional Run in New Jersey’s 7th District
Dr. Tina Shah, a physician and former White House advisor, has announced her candidacy for Congress, aiming to reform healthcare…
Dalai Lama’s Successor: A Religious Decision with Global Strategic Stakes
The selection of the Dalai Lama’s successor is not only of immense spiritual importance for Tibetan Buddhists but also a…
Sanjyot Dunung Enters Illinois Congressional Race to Reclaim the American Dream with Pragmatic Leadership
Sanjyot Dunung, a Des Plaines-based entrepreneur, civic leader, and mother of three sons—including one serving in the military—has launched her…
Trump Wins 2024 Election with Broader Coalition and First Popular Vote Victory
In his third bid for the presidency, Donald Trump clinched a decisive victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 election….
Justice Jackson Slams Supreme Court Ruling on Vehicle Emissions as Favoring Big Business
In a strongly worded dissent, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson voiced serious concerns about the direction of the court…
Trump’s G-7 Visit Highlights Global Tensions, Trade Talks, and Alliance Pressures
President Donald Trump is set to travel to Canada on Sunday for his first Group of Seven (G-7) summit since…
Global Confidence in U.S. Declines Sharply Amid Trump’s Return to Power
The global perception of the United States has taken a significant hit since Donald Trump returned to the presidency, according…
Senate Republicans Divided Over Trump Agenda Spending Amid Musk Criticism and Deficit Concerns
Senate Republicans are wrestling with major internal divisions over how to reduce the cost of a House-approved bill that aims…
Kennedy Ousts Entire CDC Vaccine Panel, Sparks Uproar from Health Experts
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday dismissed all 17 members of a key scientific committee that advises the…
Elon Musk Calls for New Political Party as Rift with Trump Widens
Tech tycoon Elon Musk has stirred political debate by unveiling the results of an online poll he conducted on his…
Trump Reinstates Broad Travel Restrictions on 19 Countries, Citing Security Concerns
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping presidential proclamation that reimposes travel restrictions on individuals from a total of…
Noem Scraps TSA’s Quiet Skies Program, Citing Cost, Ineffectiveness and Alleged Political Abuse
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Call for Change: Biden’s Diagnosis Sparks Urgent Rethink on Prostate Cancer Screening for Older Men
The recent revelation of former President Joe Biden’s diagnosis of advanced, aggressive prostate cancer that has metastasized to the bones…
Over $14 Billion in Clean Energy Projects Canceled or Delayed in 2025 Amid Uncertainty Over Trump Tax Plan
More than $14 billion in clean energy investments across the United States have either been scrapped or postponed this year,…
UnitedHealth’s Fall From Grace Sparks Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage Model
In early April, UnitedHealth Group was being hailed by market analysts as a “tariff safe haven,” largely due to a…
Bond Market Signals Trouble Amid Rising Deficit Fears and Tax Bill Concerns
The U.S. bond market is once again showing signs of distress, raising alarms among investors and economists. Long-term Treasury yields…
Indian Americans Among Washington’s Most Influential Voices in Policy and Advocacy
Several Indian Americans have earned a spot on Washingtonian magazine’s prestigious list of the 500 Most Influential People in Washington…
GOP Budget Bill Raises Alarms with Provision Undermining Court Contempt Powers
Buried within the vast pages of a multi-trillion-dollar budget proposal currently advancing through the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives lies…
Trump Faces Declining Public Support on Immigration Amid Shifting Voter Sentiments
Immigration, a defining pillar of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign and a topic on which he previously enjoyed strong public…
Gulf Powers Race to Leverage Trump Visit for Strategic Gains
Three energy-rich Gulf nations—Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates—are moving swiftly to transform their influence over U.S. President…
Zelenskiy Open to Meeting Putin in Turkey After Trump Urges Immediate Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed his readiness to hold direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Turkey on Thursday….
India Warns of Measured Response to Terrorism, Cautions Pakistan Against Escalation
India will continue to respond in a “measured” and calculated manner to terrorist attacks against its citizens and territory, but…
Indian American Lawmakers Respond to India’s Retaliatory Strikes Against Terror Camps
Two Indian American members of the U.S. Congress expressed strong reactions on Wednesday to India’s retaliatory strikes targeting terror camps…
Raja Krishnamoorthi Enters U.S. Senate Race, Could Become Second Indian American Elected to the Chamber
Democratic Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi has officially launched his campaign for the U.S. Senate, announcing his bid on Wednesday. If successful,…
Adani’s Team Presses Trump Officials to Drop Bribery Case Amid Lobbying Push
Representatives of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his companies have engaged in discussions with officials from the Trump administration, aiming…
Trump Recalls Phone Call with Bezos, Defends Tariffs and Urges Retailer Cooperation
President Donald Trump recently recounted a phone conversation he had with Amazon founder and Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos, revealing that…
US Student Visa Cancellations Make Indian Youth Rethink Overseas Education Plans
The recent reports of student visa cancellations in the United States have caused anxiety among many Indian students, including Delhi…
Trump Promotes Economic Growth Amid Recession Fears, Touts Domestic Investments and Ukraine Deal
President Donald Trump took center stage at the White House during an ‘Invest in America’ event this afternoon, highlighting his…
Federal Government Expands Grounds for Deporting International Students, Sparking Legal Battles and Campus Confusion
The U.S. federal government has widened the list of reasons international students can lose their legal status, intensifying fears among…
Trump’s First 100 Days: A Presidency of Bold Moves and Sharp Divides
On January 20, Donald Trump began his second term as President of the United States, declaring that he would deliver…
US Urges India and Pakistan to Pursue Responsible Resolution Amid Rising Kashmir Tensions
The U.S. State Department announced on Sunday that Washington is actively communicating with both India and Pakistan amid growing tensions…
Majority of Americans Say Trump’s Policies Have Worsened Economy, CNN Poll Finds
A growing number of Americans believe that President Donald Trump’s policies have negatively impacted the nation’s economy, according to a…
Trump Administration Restores Legal Status for International Students After Sudden Terminations
The Trump administration has decided to reinstate the legal status of international students whose records were abruptly terminated in recent…
Trump’s Job Rating Drops, Key Policies Draw Majority Disapproval as He Nears 100 Days
Majorities in both parties say Trump administration must stop an action if a federal court rules it is illegal With…
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance Set for First Official Visit to India, Aims to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance will undertake his first official trip to India from April 21 to 24, marking a…
Harvard Refuses Federal Demands Despite Threat to Billions in Research Funding
Harvard University has announced it will not comply with new requirements from the Trump administration, even though the decision could…
Trump Administration Plans to Revoke Social Security Access for Certain Immigrants to Encourage Self-Deportation
The Trump administration is pursuing a strategy designed to prompt certain immigrants without legal status to voluntarily leave the United…
US-China Trade War Escalates, Raising Fears of Global Economic Fallout
The prospect of a full-scale trade war between the United States and China has intensified after President Donald Trump imposed…
Indian Americans Reflect on U.S.-India Relations Amid Major Elections in 2024
The year 2024 earned the distinction of being dubbed the “year of elections,” as over 1.5 billion people around the…
Trump Administration Introduces Stricter Green Card Rules for Married Couples
The Trump administration has implemented notable changes to the green card application process for married couples, including revised forms, mandatory…
“A Congressional Salute” to Late Dr. Sampat Shivangi on Capitol Hill
A United States Congressional Salute to the late Dr. Sampat Shivangi, a distinguished Indian American physician and community leader, was…
Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Declines as Economic Concerns Mount
Approval Ratings Slip Below Water President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dipped into negative territory, with nearly every major pollster…
Uncertain Times for Immigrants in the US Amid Heightened Enforcement
The current climate in the United States has left many immigrants uncertain about their status and security. Reports have surfaced…
U.S. Population at Risk of Decline Without Immigration, CBO Report Warns
Birth Rates Insufficient to Sustain Population Growth New data from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) suggests that without immigration, the…
USCIRF Report Highlights Global Religious Freedom Violations, Urges TrumpAdministration Action
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has released its annual report, identifying the world’s worst violators of religious…
Supreme Court Upholds Biden-Era Regulations on Ghost Guns
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Biden-era federal regulations on ghost guns, mail-order kits that allow individuals to assemble…
U.S. Citizens and Legal Residents Face Increased Border Scrutiny Amid New Immigration Policies
Keylin Rivera’s worst fears materialized when she returned from a spring break trip to Curaçao. A U.S.-Colombian dual citizen, Rivera…
Trump’s Move to Shift Student Loans to SBA Sparks Outrage and Uncertainty
President Trump’s decision to transfer the federal student loan program from the Department of Education to the Small Business Administration…
Trump Signs Executive Order Mandating Voter ID for Federal Elections, Sparking Legal Challenges
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order Tuesday that aims to overhaul election procedures nationwide, introducing stringent voter identification…
Newly Released JFK Assassination Files Shed Light on CIA Surveillance of Oswald
Thousands of newly released documents related to the investigation into President John F. Kennedy’s 1963 assassination have been made public,…
NASA Astronauts Return to Earth After Unexpected Nine-Month Stay on ISS
Two NASA astronauts who embarked on a short-term mission to the International Space Station (ISS) last summer but ended up…
Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump’s Call to Impeach Federal Judges
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a rare public statement on Tuesday, pushing back against former President Donald Trump’s increasingly aggressive…
Trump Orders Airstrikes on Houthi-Held Areas in Yemen, Vows ‘Overwhelming Lethal Force’
President Donald Trump announced that he had ordered airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen on Saturday, vowing to continue using…
Trump’s Approval Ratings Hold Steady Despite Chaotic Start and Tariff Wars
Donald Trump’s presidential approval ratings remained stable throughout his first month in office, despite a tumultuous beginning that involved mass…
Trump Administration Takes Birthright Citizenship Fight to Supreme Court
The Trump administration is escalating its legal battle to overturn birthright citizenship by bringing the matter before the U.S. Supreme…
United States Added to CIVICUS Monitor Watchlist Amid Concerns Over Civil Liberties
The United States was added to the CIVICUS Monitor Watchlist on Sunday, a global research tool that tracks the status…
SpaceX Launches Crew-10, Paving the Way for Astronauts’ Return from Politically Charged Mission
SpaceX has successfully launched a team of astronauts to replace NASA’s Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore on the International Space…
Trump Escalates Attacks on Media, Accusing Outlets of Corruption and Illegal Behavior
President Donald Trump intensified his criticism of the media on Friday, delivering some of his most forceful accusations yet. Speaking…
Bernie Sanders Leads the Charge Against Trump’s Second Term
Bernie Sanders stands on the back of a pickup truck, using a bullhorn to address an enthusiastic crowd outside a…
Government by Chaos Returns Under Trump’s Leadership
President Donald Trump’s approach to governance has once again thrown global and domestic affairs into turmoil. One day, he imposed…
Trump’s Address to Congress: Six Key Takeaways
After an intense six weeks back in the White House, President Trump delivered a bold and partisan speech to a…
Trump and Zelenskyy Clash in Heated White House Meeting Over Ukraine War
A dramatic confrontation unfolded at the White House between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, shocking many…
Republicans Tout Musk’s Young Tech Team as Government Saviors Amid Privacy Concerns
Concerns have been raised about billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk’s access to sensitive government data, with critics viewing his group…
Neera Tanden Returns as President and CEO of Center for American Progress
Neera Tanden, who previously served as President Joe Biden’s domestic policy advisor, has returned to the Washington, D.C.-based think tank,…
Tuned Into Issues and Turned off By Candidates, Many Young Voters Stayed Home
Newswise — One of the biggest stories of the 2024 presidential election was young voters’ apparent shift toward voting for…
Russia and U.S. Agree to Work Toward Ending Ukraine War and Strengthening Ties
Russia and the United States reached an agreement on Tuesday to begin efforts toward ending the war in Ukraine and…
Trump’s Approval Rating Dips as Economic Concerns Grow Amid Tariff Threats
U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating has seen a slight decline in recent days as concerns about the U.S. economy…
Indian Migration to the U.S.: Trends, Challenges, and Policy Shifts
Donald Trump has prioritized the large-scale deportation of undocumented foreign nationals as a key policy, with reports indicating that U.S….
Trump’s First Month: Rapid Overhaul, Economic Shifts, and Global Ambitions
As President Donald Trump nears the end of his first month in his second term, he has swiftly and forcefully…
Trump Faces Challenges in Delivering Economic Promises Amid Inflation Concerns
During his 2024 presidential campaign, Donald Trump made bold economic promises aimed at addressing what was one of the top…
PM Modi and Google CEO Sundar Pichai Discuss AI’s Role in India’s Digital Transformation at Paris Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Google CEO Sundar Pichai during the AI Action Summit in Paris, where they discussed…
Trump Proposes Reciprocal Tariffs to Match Foreign Tax Rates, Sparking Trade Concerns
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday a plan to raise U.S. tariffs to align with the tax rates imposed by…
Senate Confirms Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence in Partisan Vote
The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the director of national intelligence in a largely party-line vote on Wednesday, overcoming strong…
Pope Francis Condemns U.S. Deportation Plans, Warns of Consequences
Pope Francis issued a strong criticism on Tuesday regarding the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans, cautioning that expelling individuals solely…
Trump Reverses Federal Push Against Plastic Straws, Reigniting Environmental Debate
Straws might seem trivial, often sparking humor in discussions about plastic versus paper alternatives, but plastic straws have become emblematic…
Dr. Sampat Shivangi – A Tribute
Dr. Sampat Shivangi, a physician, philanthropist, influential Indian American community leader, and a veteran leader of the American Association of…
AAPI Mourns the Passing Away of Dr. Sampat Shivang
“We are deeply saddened and shocked by the sudden passing away of Dr. Sampat Shivangi, a physician, an influential Indian…
Black Population in the U.S. Reaches 48.3 Million, Marking Significant Growth Since 2000
The number of Black people living in the United States reached a record high of 48.3 million in 2023, reflecting…
Trump Declares End to Biden’s ‘Plastic Straw Mandate,’ Plans Executive Order to Reinstate Plastic Use
Former U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Saturday, February 8, to announce the end of what he…
Trump Announces White House Faith Office and Task Force to Combat Anti-Christian Bias
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday the creation of a White House faith office and appointed Attorney General Pam…
International Criminal Court Defiant as Trump Imposes Sanctions on Officials
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has reaffirmed its commitment to judicial independence despite sanctions imposed by former US President Donald…
Trump Imposes New Tariffs on Imports from Canada, Mexico, and China
Donald Trump has introduced new tariffs on goods imported into the U.S. from Canada, Mexico, and China. The former president…
House Passes Laken Riley Act: Immigration Legislation Sent to President Trump for Approval
The House of Representatives passed the Laken Riley Act on Wednesday, delivering an immigration-focused bill to President Trump’s desk. This…
Trump’s Executive Orders: A First 3-Day Policy Blitz on Immigration, Trade, Civil Rights, and Government Efficiency
In his first three days, President Donald Trump launched a flurry of executive orders aimed at reshaping the U.S. government…
OpenAI Partners with Major Tech Giants and Investors for $500 Billion AI Infrastructure Project Amidst Skepticism
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is collaborating with a major U.S. tech company, a Japanese investment firm, and a sovereign…