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On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned an attack on Hindu devotees at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, labeling the violent incident as "unacceptable." A group of alleged Khalistani supporters targeted worshippers outside the temple on Sunday, igniting widespread outrage. In a statement, Trudeau remarked, "The acts of violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton are unacceptable. Every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and

Starting November 1, 2024, several important updates across various sectors will impact daily life in India. These include changes in LPG cylinder prices, adjustments to SBI and ICICI Bank credit card fees, new money transfer rules from the RBI, a revised booking window for train tickets, and enhanced message traceability in telecom. Staying updated with these changes is crucial for financial planning and regulatory compliance. Here’s an overview of the most significant update

Both political parties have ramped up their outreach to Indian Americans, who wield growing influence and political clout. While Harris remains a key figure for the Democrats, the Republican party also features prominent Indian American leaders, including Nikki Haley, a former presidential contender and ex-ambassador to the United Nations, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and Usha Vance, wife of Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance. With four days until the election, the race

In March, Super Micro Computer joined the S&P 500 after an impressive 2,000% stock increase over two years, outpacing even Nvidia. However, less than two weeks after the index change, Super Micro’s stock peaked at $118.81 with a market cap close to $70 billion. Since then, the stock has plummeted by 72%, dropping the valuation below $20 billion and signaling the first major public market sign that AI-driven hype may have been overstated. Super Micro, a key provider of Nvid

Inflation inched up in September, approaching the Federal Reserve’s target, according to a Commerce Department report released Thursday. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, the Fed’s preferred inflation measure, rose by 0.2% for the month on a seasonally adjusted basis. Year-over-year, inflation was at 2.1%, aligning with Dow Jones forecasts. While the Fed's goal remains a 2% annual inflatio

OpenAI has announced the launch of a new ChatGPT-powered search engine, positioning the artificial intelligence firm to compete directly with Google and potentially reshaping how users access news, sports scores, and other timely information online. The San Francisco-based company shared on Thursday that it is rolling out this search feature to paid ChatGPT users, with plans to extend it to all ChatGPT users over time. OpenAI initially previewed the feature in July with a limited gr

Apple is planning to open four additional flagship stores in India, following a record-breaking quarter for iPhone sales. CEO Tim Cook highlighted the increasing enthusiasm for Apple products in the Indian market, which contributed to Apple's all-time high revenue from the country. During Apple’s recent earnings call, Cook revealed that iPhone sales had grown across all regions, setting new records worldwide. India, however, stood out significantly, with Apple achieving re

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump recently took to X (formerly Twitter), promising to safeguard Hindu Americans and enhance collaboration with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his post, Trump also condemned the ongoing violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh, pledging to protect Hindu Americans if he wins the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The former president criticized President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, accusing them

As COVID-19 shifts out of the spotlight, tuberculosis (TB) is making a concerning comeback, reclaiming its position as the world’s top infectious disease killer. The World Health Organization (WHO) has flagged this resurgence as a major global health threat, underlining the urgent need for a renewed focus on TB prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobact

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is making history as she prepares to vote in the upcoming U.S. Presidential election from the International Space Station (ISS), where she is currently serving as commander. Williams will cast her ballot approximately 400 kilometers above Earth, joining a select group of astronauts who have exercised their right to vote from space. The ability for astronauts to vote while in orbit has been available since 1997 when Texas passed legislation allowing NAS