Author: Nupur Rohila

On the sacred occasion of Diwali and the Hindu New Year, His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj (Swami Keshavjivandas) shared a deeply spiritual message, blessing devotees, saints, and well-wishers of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha worldwide. In his handwritten message, Mahant Swami Maharaj reminded followers that Diwali’s true essence lies beyond lamps and celebrations — it is about igniting the inner flame of the soul and living a life illuminated by faith, humility, and service. “Those who have attained Maharaj and Swami live in eternal Diwali,” he wrote. “For those who have received the divine grace of the Guru and God, every…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali 2025 in the company of security personnel onboard India’s aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant. Addressing the Navy personnel, he described the festival as special, remarking that spending it among the armed forces was a unique and memorable experience. He praised the formidable reputation of INS Vikrant, noting that its very name had recently struck fear across Pakistan, emphasizing the power and prestige of India’s naval capabilities. Observing the fleet’s advanced military equipment, PM Modi highlighted not just the technological prowess of ships, submarines, and aircraft, but the courage and dedication of those who operate them.…

German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, has highlighted the significant potential for expanding India-Germany relations, describing the partnership as “super well developed” but still with ample room for growth. Speaking at the NDTV World Summit in New Delhi, Ackermann expressed his commitment, along with the Indian and German governments, to further promote and strengthen bilateral ties. Ackermann also commended India’s ambitious Viksit Bharat 2047 initiative, aimed at making the country a developed nation by the centenary of its independence. He called the vision impressive and affirmed Germany’s support in helping India achieve its developmental objectives wherever possible. The German envoy…

Ayodhya, the revered birthplace of Lord Ram, is alive with excitement as the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir nears its grand completion. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has confirmed that the magnificent temple will be inaugurated on November 25, 2025. The date will also feature a ceremonial flag-hoisting to mark the completion of the temple’s construction. According to ANI, Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee, announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend the event. “The Prime Minister has indicated his intent to participate in the ceremony. By then, the entire…

Dr. Sangamesh Gurappa Kumbar, PhD, has been appointed as the associate dean for research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry, effective October 1. Dr. Kumbar, who joined UNMC earlier this year, operates his research laboratory on the Omaha campus. His work centers on the development and characterization of innovative biomaterials for tissue engineering and targeted drug delivery, including tissue-instructive micro- and nanostructures designed to enhance regeneration and therapeutic outcomes. In his new role, Dr. Kumbar emphasizes the importance of collaboration, noting that joint efforts can achieve research outcomes beyond the scope of individual projects. “Often…

Ahmedabad: Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday hailed a “monumental day for India” as the group announced a landmark partnership with Google to build the country’s largest AI data centre campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The collaboration, between Adani Enterprises’ joint venture AdaniConneX and Google, aims to develop a world-class AI infrastructure ecosystem that will power India’s growing demand for advanced computing and data processing capabilities. “A monumental day for India! Adani is proud to partner with Google to build India’s largest AI data centre campus — in Visakhapatnam — engineered specifically for the demands of artificial intelligence,” Adani…

Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand arrived in New Delhi on Sunday, October 12, beginning a two-day mission aimed at resetting the tone of India–Canada relations after years of diplomatic friction. Welcomed by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, Anand’s visit seeks to renew dialogue, promote trade, and strengthen cooperation in critical areas like energy and security. On Monday, Anand will meet India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss frameworks for trade diversification and strategic collaboration. According to officials, the talks will also focus on joint efforts to support investment, economic growth,…

 India has secured its position as the fourth largest market globally for fundraising through initial public offerings (IPOs) in calendar year 2025, as per a report by Bernstein. The Indian markets collectively raised about $14.2 billion (Rs. 1,26,096 crore), underscoring the country’s growing appeal as a key destination for capital market investments. The United States topped the list with $52.9 billion (Rs. 4,69,752 crore) in IPO proceeds, followed by Hong Kong with $23.4 billion (Rs. 2,07,792 crore), and China with $16.2 billion (Rs. 1,43,856 crore). India’s robust performance came despite significant foreign institutional investor (FII) withdrawals from secondary markets, highlighting…

A broad coalition of labor unions, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and faith-based organizations has filed a lawsuit to block the Trump-Vance administration’s controversial executive action imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. Issued on September 19, 2025, and implemented just 36 hours later, the proclamation has caused widespread disruption for employers, federal agencies, and international workers. Plaintiffs are represented by Democracy Forward, Justice Action Center, South Asian American Justice Collaborative (SAAJCO), Kuck Baxter LLC, Joseph & Hall, P.C., and IMMpact Litigation. Leaders from various organizations highlighted the detrimental impact of the policy. Todd Wolfson of the American Association…

NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The agreement marks a significant step toward enabling Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions for Indian tourists visiting Japan, allowing seamless digital payments across Japanese merchants powered by NTT DATA’s payment infrastructure. UPI, India’s homegrown real-time payment system, has transformed digital finance since its launch in 2016 by enabling secure, instant money transfers through mobile apps. In September 2025 alone, UPI facilitated nearly 20 billion…