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Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish wonder kid, all of 21, has won the coveted Wimbledon 2024, beating the indomitable Serb Novak Djokovic. Alcaraz has the honour to have won all grand slam trophies now. Currently ranked No. 3 in the men’s singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), Alcaraz has had the distinction of becoming […]
US President Joe Biden on Thursday said his deputy, Vice President Kamala Harris, is “qualified” to lead the nation as president. At a high-stakes press conference in Washington, DC, Biden said, “From the very beginning, I made no bones about that. She is qualified to be the president. That’s why I picked her.” When asked […]
In the latest episode of ‘The Kardashians,’ reality TV star Kris Jenner shared an emotional update about her health. Kris revealed to her friends and family that she has decided to undergo a hysterectomy to prevent the spread of a tumour. During a heartfelt conversation with friends Kathy Hilton and Faye Resnick, Kris announced, “I’m […]
The Gujarati community in Canada has rallied together to raise funds for the repatriation of Jash Jitenkumar Patel, a 23-year-old student who drowned on Canada Day. This compassionate act echoes a similar effort earlier this year when the community came together to bring home the body of Meet Patel, another young Gujarati who lost his […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday expressed discontent over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia, which he called a “devastating blow to peace efforts.” Images from Monday’s meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Modi, who is now on a two-day visit to Russia, showed the two leaders talking and hugging each […]
A recent surge in social media activity saw #RIPCartoonNetwork climbing to the top of the trending list. This came after a video released on platform X suggested that Cartoon Network was “dead.” The hashtag ignited a flurry of nostalgic posts from users reminiscing about the channel that shaped many childhoods. Despite the uproar, it’s been […]
A 25-year-old Indian student, Sai Surya Avinash Gadde, lost his life after drowning at Barberville Falls in Albany, New York. The incident occurred on July 7, approximately 240 kilometres north of Albany. The Consulate General of India in New York expressed sorrow over the loss of Mr Gadde, who was studying at Trine University. In […]
Luxury fashion brands Dior and Armani are under the scanner concerning wrong practices related to their supply chains like handling of suppliers and pricing strategies. An investigation has revealed that Dior, a renowned luxury brand, pays its suppliers a mere 53 euros (approximately Rs 4,700) per handbag. Shockingly, these same handbags are then sold in Dior stores for a staggering […]
Indian students in Prince Edward Island (PEI) have taken to the streets in protest against recent changes to immigration rules by the Canadian province. Over the last two months, these students have rallied against policies that could impact their ability to obtain permanent residency. Advocacy groups supporting immigrants and people of colour, including the Cooper […]
The Australian government has implemented a significant change in visa application fees for international students. The fee has been doubled, increasing from AUD 710 ($473) to AUD 1,600 ($1,068). This adjustment aims to address the challenges posed by high migration levels, particularly in relation to the country’s housing market. Impact on International Students The fee […]
The return to earth of Indian-American Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, two astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS), has been delayed further due to a technical glitch. The engineers are still trying to fix the issues that developed in the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that are intended to bring them back to Earth. The […]
Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, expressed his gratitude to pop icon Taylor Swift after attending her Eras Tour opening night in London. The Prince marked his 42nd birthday by celebrating at the Wembley concert, accompanied by his children—Prince George (10), Princess Charlotte (9), and Prince Louis (6). The royal family was joined by Prince […]
As recently reported in the prominent UK-based legal publication Global Investigations Review, former Cognizant real estate executive, Srimanikandan Ramamoorthy, could expose himself (and others) to significant legal issues in India if he testifies in the U.S. later this year. As of now, he is expected to be the U.S. government’s key witness in the trial […]
The Central Asian nation of Tajikistan took a historic decision and officially prohibited the wearing of hijabs. “Majlisi Milli,” the upper house of parliament, passed a new bill regulating Islamic clothing, which they termed “alien garments.” The parliament also curbed the Eid celebrations. It is astonishing to note that Tajikistan is a country with a […]
Rapper Travis Scott found himself behind bars in Miami-Dade County Jail on Thursday morning. According to county jail records, Scott was arrested due to disorderly intoxication and trespassing, despite repeated warnings. The incident unfolded at 12:44 am at the Miami Beach Marina, where officers from the Miami Beach Police Department responded to a disturbance call […]
The already lacking warmth between Canada and India’s diplomatic establishments dipped further down after the Canadian parliament observed a minute of silence in the memory of Khalistan supporter Hardeep Singh Nijjar on the occasion of the first anniversary of his killing. Canada has accused India of having sponsored the killing of Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, […]
At least 550 pilgrims have tragically lost their lives during the hajj pilgrimage, with the majority succumbing to heat-related illnesses, according to diplomats on Tuesday. Among the deceased, 323 were Egyptians, with most of them reportedly falling victim to the scorching temperatures. The information was shared by two Arab diplomats coordinating responses from their respective […]
Even as the presidential elections approach in the US, the Biden administration is set to introduce a measure that could provide legal status to around 500,000 immigrants. The plan will qualify all immigrants residing in the U.S. for a minimum of 10 years and being married to a U.S. citizen for permanent residency and eventual […]
Indian students in Prince Edward Island are gearing up to resume their protests against recent immigration policy changes that threaten their residency status. The students, who had previously conducted a hunger strike from May 24, are planning a significant demonstration on June 19 to highlight the impact of these policies. Rupinder Pal Singh, the protest […]
Simran Preet Panesar, a former Air Canada manager wanted for his alleged role in the largest gold heist in Canadian history, is reportedly preparing to surrender himself. The heist, amounting to a whopping $20 million, took place in April 2023 at Toronto’s Pearson airport. According to Panesar’s lawyer, Greg Lafontaine, who spoke to the Canadian […]
