Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, in a significant move towards strengthening state rights, on Tuesday announced the formation of a high-level committee led by former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph. The committee will examine and recommend steps to enhance Tamil Nadu’s autonomy amid growing friction with the Union government. The announcement was made during his address in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, highlighting what Stalin termed as "persistent overreach by the Centre." T

A quiet Sunday morning in Northwest Austin turned into chaos and devastation after a powerful house explosion shook the Double Spur Loop neighborhood just before noon on April 13. According to the Austin Fire Department, the two-story home was completely leveled by the blast, and the effects of the explosion were felt and seen miles away. Initial emergency calls came in around 11:30 a.m., with witnesses reporting a massive boom and visible smoke plumes. Emergency crews arr

Austin Independent School District (AISD) is facing mounting pressure from both performance and leadership crises as parents, students, and community members raise concerns about the future of local campuses. Thursday night’s board meeting revealed deep-seated challenges within the district, including the uncertain status of Dobie Middle School and the sudden resignation of a principal at a renowned all-girls school. One of the most pressing concerns is Dobie Middle School, wh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make a historic 50th visit to his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, since taking office in 2014. The Prime Minister’s visit, which reaffirms his deep connection with the holy city, is packed with the inauguration and foundation stone-laying of 44 development projects valued at a cumulative ₹3,880 crore. These initiatives cover a wide array of sectors including rural upliftment, education, law enforcement, power, infrastructure, and urban beau

A wave of student visa revocations at universities across the U.S. has left hundreds of international students in limbo, with Texas institutions such as the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), University of North Texas (UNT), Texas A&M, and UT Austin among those affected. School officials are scrambling to support affected students while seeking clarity from federal authorities regarding the reasoning behind these abrupt visa terminations. Although the exact cause of the revoca

Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama has addressed growing speculation surrounding her limited public appearances and persistent rumors about her marriage to former President Barack Obama. In a candid conversation on the Work In Progress podcast hosted by actress Sophia Bush, Michelle revealed that her reduced public presence is a conscious decision aimed at reclaiming her time and focusing on personal well-being. Since leaving the White House eight years ago, Michelle Obama has con

The ongoing debate over the balance between public safety and pretrial reform intensified this week as Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx publicly questioned the effectiveness and safety of the county’s electronic monitoring program. Her comments bring renewed scrutiny to the program managed by the office of Chief Judge Timothy Evans, as concerns mount about whether individuals awaiting trial while on electronic monitoring pose a risk to the community. Foxx, who has

The University of Texas at Austin has announced the immediate termination of its Flags program, a cornerstone of its graduation requirements for the past two decades. The university will replace it with a skills-based educational model designed to better align with workforce demands, student flexibility, and public scrutiny around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The Flags program required undergraduates to complete coursework in cultural diversity, global cultures, ethics,

  A 24-year-old American man from Scottsdale, Arizona, was arrested in India after attempting to make contact with one of the world's most isolated and protected indigenous communities. Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, a self-described YouTuber, was detained on March 31 after illegally setting foot on North Sentinel Island, a remote territory in the Indian Ocean known for its hostility to outsiders and strict governmental protection policies. According to Indian aut

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu continues to strengthen his reputation as a development-oriented leader by aligning state priorities with national strategic interests. As part of the broader vision of progress and security, Andhra Pradesh is now set to host one of India’s most ambitious defense projects — a new naval base near Visakhapatnam that will house nuclear submarines and advanced warships. This major defense initiative is being developed under Project Varsha and is poi

For ambitious students who aspire to work at the world’s top companies, the University of Bath School of Management offers an ideal launchpad. Known for its rigorous academics, global outlook, and real-world learning experience, this prestigious UK business school is helping students transition from the classroom to boardrooms across the globe. Graduates from the School of Management are now working with globally admired companies such as Apple, Deloitte, PwC, Samsung, Amazon, and Goldman

Swiggy, the popular online food and grocery delivery platform, is facing new tax troubles with a total tax demand of over Rs 165 crore for the financial year 2021-22. The first of the two orders was issued by the Profession Tax Officer in Pune, Maharashtra, demanding Rs 7.59 crore. This order alleges that Swiggy failed to properly deduct profession tax from its employees' salaries, which is required under the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings & Employments Act, 1975.

Studio Ghibli-inspired images are the latest visual trend sweeping across social media platforms. From cinematic anime-style portraits to breathtaking fantasy landscapes, everyone wants a piece of the Ghibli magic in their photos. Leading the trend is OpenAI’s ChatGPT image generator, which sparked viral interest. However, a three-image-per-day limit was quickly introduced for free users. This opened the door for Elon Musk’s Grok AI, which soon integrated Ghibli-style generation w

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is at the center of a major political storm as it is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today amid mounting opposition from the INDIA bloc. The bill, intended to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, is being promoted by the government as a long-overdue reform aimed at improving the administration and efficiency of waqf property management. However, critics argue that several of its provisions threaten the very autonomy of Muslim religious endowments, making it a dee

In 2014, former U.S. Supreme Court justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Antonin Scalia were asked whether undocumented immigrants are entitled to the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which guarantees freedoms such as religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition. Both justices agreed that these rights apply to anyone present in the United States, regardless of their immigration status. Ginsburg explained that the Constitution does not limit its protections to cit

This month marks the annual tradition of April Fools' Day, where brands and companies across the world attempt to pull off some hilarious pranks on their customers. For many, it’s a day of playful tricks that mix creativity with a dash of humor. Over the years, brands have used the occasion not just for fun but as a strategic marketing opportunity. Companies like Volkswagen and Google have attempted memorable stunts, though not all have been successful in their attempts to bring hum

This month, a University of Minnesota graduate student was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sparking significant concern and protests among students and faculty. Contrary to earlier reports suggesting the student's involvement in campus protests, federal officials confirmed that the detention was related to a prior criminal history, specifically a DUI arrest, and the subsequent revocation of the student's visa by the U.S. Department of State. The Department of Ho

United States – The U.S. government announced Monday it will initiate a sweeping review of $9 billion in federal funding to Harvard University over allegations of anti-Semitism and campus unrest linked to pro-Palestinian protests. This move marks the latest escalation by President Donald Trump’s administration in its campaign against elite academic institutions that have seen intense student demonstrations related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. The General Services Administration co

Bank of America has issued essential guidelines for customers to help them avoid their accounts being labeled as abandoned property. Accounts that show signs of inactivity for extended periods, often more than three years, are at risk of being classified as abandoned and subsequently turned over to the state. This process is called escheatment, and it can result in the loss of access to your funds if not managed properly. However, the bank provides several proactive steps for customers to kee

Buying a property in India can be challenging in itself, but when the seller is a non-resident Indian (NRI), the process becomes even more complex. While location, pricing, and negotiation remain critical, buyers must also navigate a web of tax compliance and documentation requirements. A single error in the transaction can result in steep penalties, especially when it comes to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) under Section 195 of the Income Tax Act. Unlike typical real estate deals bet