Author: Nupur Rohila

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz as his Attorney General, bypassing more traditional candidates for the role of the nation’s top prosecutor. Gaetz, a strong ally of Trump, is set to focus on ending “weaponized government,” reinforcing border security, dismantling criminal networks, and restoring public trust in the Justice Department, according to Trump’s statement. In another high-profile pick, Trump has selected former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as his Director of National Intelligence. Known for her military service in the Army National Guard and time on the Homeland Security Committee, Gabbard is expected to bring a fresh…

India is on track to launch one of the largest infrastructure initiatives among major economies in the 21st century, with a key focus on creating fiscal sources of capital, as outlined in a KPMG report. According to the ‘KPMG 2024 Infrastructure and Transport CEO Outlook,’ a survey of 120 global sector leaders reveals that CEOs in the infrastructure and transportation industry are optimistic about business growth in the next three years, including increased earnings and workforce expansion. However, the report highlights that 57% of CEOs believe stakeholder expectations around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are evolving faster than their…

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against attempts to divide society along caste, religion, and linguistic lines, attributing these efforts to individuals seeking personal gain. Speaking via video conference at the 200th-anniversary celebrations of the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Vadtal, Gujarat, PM Modi emphasized the importance of societal unity in the face of such divisive forces. He highlighted that there is a deliberate effort to divide society along lines of caste, religion, language, and other differences, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the seriousness of this situation and uniting to counter these threats to national unity. Further, PM Modi highlighted…

Juie Shah, Senior Vice President and Group Strategy Director at DDB Chicago, has been invited to join the Forbes Communications Council, an exclusive, invitation-only community for top communications, marketing, and public relations professionals. Originally from Mumbai, India, Juie’s diverse upbringing fueled her curiosity about human behavior, which led her to pursue a career in consumer insight and strategy after moving to the U.S. for graduate studies. Over the past seven years at DDB, Juie has worked on key accounts in insurance, telecom, and quick-service restaurants (QSR), while also leading strategy efforts for the US Army over the last four years.…

President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Congressman Mike Waltz as his National Security Advisor is likely to be positive for the India-US relationship, according to Indian-American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna. Waltz, a Republican, and Khanna, a Democrat, co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, which is the largest country-specific caucus in the House. Khanna expressed confidence in Waltz’s role, sharing that they have collaborated on multiple initiatives aimed at strengthening ties with India. Waltz will assume the position from Jake Sullivan once Trump takes office on January 20, 2025. Khanna recalled their productive working relationship, including a delegation trip…

Donald Trump is set to return to the White House on January 20, 2025, marking a significant shift in US politics and global relations. Despite the 28% GST on online gaming, his victory was unexpected and nearly a landslide. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Trump on his election win, calling it a reflection of American trust in his leadership. Both leaders have worked closely to strengthen India-US ties, particularly in sectors like technology, defense, energy, and space. Modi praised the partnership, recalling events like “Howdy Modi” and “Namaste Trump” as milestones in their collaboration. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)…

On Uttarakhand’s foundation day, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that his government would prioritize the nine requests made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. These requests, aimed at both locals and tourists, will serve as a cornerstone for the state’s development plans, ensuring that they guide future progress, Dhami said. Prime Minister Modi expressed his concerns about the preservation of the state’s languages, such as Garhwali, Kumauni, and Jaunsari, and highlighted the issue of migration. He also encouraged people to preserve their cultural identity by teaching these dialects to younger generations. The state government, under Dhami’s leadership, has committed to…

India’s steel exports saw a significant rise to 4.4 million tonnes in October, a sharp increase from just 400,000 tonnes in September. This growth came at a time when imports into the country decreased, providing an opportunity for domestic steel companies to secure better prices for their products, according to a senior official. The decline in imports marks the first reduction in the current financial year, following the Indian government’s restrictions on the import of low-quality steel from countries like Vietnam. As a result, steel imports fell by 4% to 980,000 tonnes, compared to 1.1 million tonnes in September. Officials…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his campaign for the Maharashtra state assembly election in Dhule, urging citizens to reject the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), accusing them of corruption and illegally forming the previous government. Modi promised voters that his government is committed to Maharashtra’s progress and farmers’ welfare, in stark contrast to the alleged failures of the MVA. Modi also announced an increase in financial aid under the Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, raising the support from $144 to $180 per year starting in the next fiscal year. Additionally, Modi mentioned that he would be addressing 10 rallies across Maharashtra in…

Following Donald Trump’s recent victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, an Indian citizen, Sanjeev Ranjan, took to the social media platform X to make a direct appeal to billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. Ranjan’s message urged Musk to use his influence to advocate for reforms to the H-1B visa program, which has long been a source of concern for Indian immigrants. Drawing attention to Musk’s own immigration story, Ranjan pointed out that it took Musk a decade to gain U.S. citizenship after his arrival in 1992. Ranjan’s post read, “Dear @elonmusk, Congratulations on winning the election! You moved to the…