Ballia, India — A devastating wave of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across multiple states in India has resulted in the deaths of at least 25 individuals, with the majority of fatalities attributed to lightning strikes. Over the past 24 hours, reports of tragic incidents have emerged from Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Delhi, Maharashtra, and Himachal Pradesh. … Read more
New Delhi — A tragic incident in Virginia, U.S., claimed the lives of a 24-year-old Indian woman and her 56-year-old father last Thursday at a department store where they worked. The episode occurred shortly after the store’s opening in Accomack County. Authorities have apprehended 44-year-old George Frazier Devon Wharton, who faces charges of first-degree murder … Read more
Mumbai, India – As Tesla gears up to establish its foothold in India with the opening of its first showroom in Mumbai, its electric vehicles (EVs) and properties in the United States face an escalating wave of violent protests. The angst stems largely from the recent actions of Tesla CEO Elon Musk following his appointment … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand – A family vacation turned tragic for Priyanka Sharma, her husband Dr. Ashish Srivastava, and their son Prishu, after Priyanka was found drowned in a bathtub under mysterious circumstances. The incident, which took place on January 8, has cast a shadow over what was intended to be a leisurely retreat. The family, hailing … Read more
Sanaa, Yemen – In a complicated narrative that encapsulates the harrowing journeys of Indians facing the death penalty abroad, the story of Nimisha Priya stands out. Priya, once a nurse, now languishes in a Yemeni prison, condemned to death following a conviction for the murder of a Yemeni national. Years ago, Priya moved to Yemen … Read more
New Delhi, India — Reflecting on the broad and complex facets of the India-U.S. relationship, India’s envoy to the United States emphasized that it cannot be distilled to a single issue. The ambassador highlighted the multifaceted and dynamic nature of the bilateral ties, underscoring the necessity to evaluate the partnership in a holistic manner. This … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh — A 21-year-old tourist from West Bengal, India, has returned from a trip to Dhaka with severe injuries and emotional scars following a violent attack. Sayan Ghosh, a resident of Belgharia, ventured to Bangladesh for a personal visit but found himself embroiled in a life-threatening situation that highlights the rising tensions facing Indian … Read more
Bandhavgarh, India – A tragic event at the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in central India has raised concerns about the safety of wildlife after ten wild elephants were found dead last week. Initial investigations have pointed to a potentially lethal fungus in the food source of the elephants, sparking a broader discussion about wildlife safety and … Read more
Brampton, Canada – Tensions flared in Brampton following a violent incident at a Hindu temple coinciding with a consular camp being conducted nearby by the Indian High Commission. The High Commission expressed deep concern over the disturbances, which occurred during what was meant to be routine consular work. The attack, which targeted the religious site, … Read more
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — The high stakes tussle between Canada and India further intensified as India’s top diplomat in Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma, staunchly refuted allegations linking him to the assassination of a Canadian Sikh leader in British Columbia last year. Amidst these accusations, Verma and five other Indian diplomats were recently expelled from Canada … Read more