Author: Akancha Mishra

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) unveils ‘UPI One World’ Wallet for Global Travelers in India. This new initiative aims to provide a seamless digital payment experience through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), allowing visitors to explore India’s cultural and scenic treasures effortlessly. The service will also be available to delegates at the World Heritage Committee meeting in New Delhi from July 21-31, 2024. UPI, a popular mobile-based payment system in India, facilitates instant transactions for both personal and merchant payments. With the UPI One World wallet, foreign travelers can enjoy India’s rich culture, cuisine, and other experiences without…

India is preparing to receive a delivery of 120 advanced surface-to-air missiles from Russia, a development following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Moscow for their annual summit. These 40N6 missiles are designed to target airborne threats, including bombers and hypersonic missiles, and will enhance India’s military capabilities, providing a strategic edge over Pakistan. The decision to acquire these missiles came in the wake of the Balakot airstrike on February 26, 2019, where Indian Mirage 2000 jets targeted a Jaish-e-Mohammed camp in Pakistan in retaliation for the Pulwama attack. The supply of these missiles has faced delays due to…

Ashwin Ramaswami, a candidate for the Georgia State Senate in District 48, has spoken out against the recent racist attacks targeting South Asian individuals in the US, including Vice President Kamala Harris and Usha Vance. He expressed deep concern over the racist incidents involving Hindu American Usha Vance and Sikh American Harmeet Dhillon at the GOP Convention, as well as the derogatory comments made by Republicans towards Vice President Harris based on her race. Ramaswami emphasized the importance of respecting diverse perspectives and differences, a value rooted in his Dharmic traditions as a practicing Hindu American. He pledged to promote…

India’s Reliance Industries has secured approval from the United States to resume importing oil from Venezuela, despite ongoing sanctions. This development follows the re-imposition of U.S. sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector in April due to President Nicolas Maduro’s failure to uphold election promises. Although the U.S. had reimposed sanctions, some companies were granted licenses to continue trading with Venezuela. The U.S. Treasury Department did not provide any comments, and Reliance has yet to respond to inquiries about the approval. Bloomberg first reported the news. Before the sanctions were enforced in 2019, Reliance was a major buyer of Venezuelan crude, second…

Kartik Aaryan recently impressed fans with his remarkable transformation in the sports drama ‘Chandu Champion’. Reflecting on his journey from loneliness and failed auditions to stardom, Kartik shared his early struggles on the second season of ‘Be A Man, Yaar’ hosted by Nikhil Taneja. He described the harsh reality of the audition process, saying, “It is very harsh. It’s like you don’t exist. Lagta tha ki aapki koi value hai nahi.” The constant fear of being deemed ‘unfit’ weighed heavily on him, adding to his frustration with the industry. However, Kartik found solace in the unwavering support of his fans,…

Tulsi Gabbard, a Hindu-American former congressman, has voiced strong reservations about Kamala Harris potentially becoming the Democratic party’s presidential nominee following President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek re-election in November. Gabbard contends that Harris lacks the qualifications and fitness required to assume the roles of president and commander-in-chief, expressing deep concerns over the potential dangers her leadership could pose to the nation. In a video statement, Gabbard asserted, “Biden’s out, Kamala is in. Don’t be misled: policies won’t change. Just as Biden wasn’t the one calling the shots, neither will Kamala Harris.” She described Harris as the latest figurehead…

The popular quiz-based reality show *Kaun Banega Crorepati*, hosted by Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, will make its comeback with Season 16 on August 12. The show’s creators have revealed the premiere date with the tagline, “Zindagi hai, har mod par sawaal poochegi, jawaab toh dena hoga” (Life will ask questions at every turn, and you’ll have to answer). The teaser for the new season portrays various situations where individuals face challenges from those around them and are confronted with questions they must answer with confidence. *Kaun Banega Crorepati* holds a special place in Indian television history. It played a crucial…

Kamala Harris, the current U.S. Vice President, garnered significant backing from Democratic National Convention delegates on Monday, positioning herself as the likely nominee for president next month, sources report. This follows President Joe Biden’s endorsement of Harris on Sunday, as he withdrew from the race amid concerns over his age and health, committing to serve until January 20, 2025. According to an Associated Press survey, Harris has secured support from 2,538 delegates, well surpassing the 1,976 needed for the nomination, with Democratic officials aiming to finalize the nomination by August 7. While delegates still have time to reconsider their support,…

Sanofi, the French pharmaceutical giant, is making a bold move to amplify its presence in India with a substantial investment of 400 million euros ($437.24 million) in its Global Capacity Center (GCC) in Hyderabad by the decade’s end. Aiming to more than double its workforce over the next two years, the company is set to initially invest 100 million euros ($109.31 million) by next year, revealed Madeleine Roach, Executive Vice President of Business Operations, at a recent event. Hyderabad’s GCC, already the largest among Sanofi’s global facilities, employs 1,000 people. This center is set to grow exponentially, with plans to…

Anand Mahindra, the chairman of Mahindra and Mahindra, was left in awe after witnessing a remarkable performance by a nine-year-old girl of Indian origin on “America’s Got Talent.” Pranysqa Mishra, who recently appeared on the show, captivated the audience with her extraordinary vocal abilities. Mahindra took to social media to praise Mishra, emphasizing her incredible talent. In a heartfelt post, he noted that this was the second time in two weeks that a very young Indian-origin performer had impressed the judges at “AGT” with exceptional skills. He highlighted Mishra’s proficiency in American music genres like rock and gospel, noting her…