Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Vivek Ramaswamy, a prominent figure considered for the Republican Vice Presidential nomination, offered advice with a touch of humor to the Democrats amid growing speculation over alternatives to President Biden. The Indian-American billionaire suggested that delaying the selection of their candidate might actually benefit the Democrats. Contrary to popular belief, he argued, it’s better for the Democrats to wait, as there will be an initial honeymoon period after a new candidate is chosen. Ramaswamy elaborated that the Democrats’ ideal scenario would be to hold the election during this honeymoon phase, avoiding public scrutiny. He remarked, “Many experts are now predicting…

India is preparing to host the ‘Global IndiaAI Summit 2024’ in New Delhi on July 3-4, organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. This summit aims to bring together international AI experts for collaboration and knowledge exchange, demonstrating India’s commitment to ethical and inclusive AI development. According to the Ministry of Electronics and IT, the summit will gather stakeholders from science, industry, civil society, governments, international organizations, and academia. These experts will convene to discuss critical AI issues, share insights, and tackle challenges within the AI ecosystem. India seeks to bolster its standing in the global AI community…

The World Bank has approved an additional $1.5 billion loan to support India’s Green Hydrogen Mission, marking the second installment of aid for this initiative and increasing the total assistance to $3 billion. This funding aims to strengthen India’s domestic green hydrogen market and implement reforms to attract private investment, aligning with targets set by the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Auguste Tano Kouame, the World Bank’s Country Director for India, praised India’s advancements, highlighting the issuance of tenders and expressions of interest totaling $70 billion. He underscored the significant progress made within a year, describing it as a milestone achievement.…

During the first presidential debate in Atlanta, former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy clarified that he has not been asked by former President Donald Trump to be his vice president. Ramaswamy stated that Trump has not asked him to be his vice president. He added that whoever Trump selects will have a unique opportunity to further the America First agenda. Trump had previously hinted to NBC News that he had chosen a running mate, suggesting they might appear at the Georgia debate. At a Wisconsin rally earlier this month, Trump praised Ramaswamy as a “smart guy” and indicated he would be…

US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin, UK PM Rishi Sunak, France’s Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and numerous other global leaders congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he embarks on his third term. Congratulations also came from the European Union, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu, and the Chinese government, celebrating the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)’s majority win in the Lok Sabha elections. Leaders from neighboring countries, including the Presidents of Sri Lanka, Maldives, Iran, Seychelles, and Prime Ministers of Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Mauritius, sent their greetings. Additionally, the Presidents of Nigeria, Kenya,…

Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal’s baby girl arrived on June 3rd. The couple shared the joyous news with the world through an adorable video posted by the actor. The animated clip featured their pet dog, Joey, holding a sign that read, “Welcome, lil sis.” The new parents expressed their happiness and emphasized the importance of privacy during this special time. They conveyed their delight with the new blessing and kindly requested the media to respect their privacy. Varun also took to Instagram to share the news of their baby girl’s arrival and expressed gratitude for the well wishes for both…

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu is scheduled to take the oath as the new Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on June 9, according to sources. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is anticipated to be present at the event. The TDP-led alliance is heading for a sweeping victory, securing a significant lead in 158 out of 175 assembly constituencies, paving the way for Mr. Naidu to govern Andhra Pradesh once more. At 74, Mr. Naidu will assume the role of Chief Minister for the fourth time, having previously served as Chief Minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh from 1995 to…

Maddock Films, known for hits like ‘Stree’ and ‘Bhediya’, unveils the trailer for their latest horror-comedy featuring India’s CGI actor, ‘Munjya’. Scheduled for June 7, 2024, the film explores Munjya’s love obsession within a horror narrative inspired by folklore. Earlier teasers and posters sparked curiosity about ‘Munjya’ and its quest for ‘Munni’. Producer Dinesh Vijan describes the film as a love story centered on Munjya’s unrequited affection for Munni, promising a captivating spectacle for all ages. Starring Sharvari, Mona Singh, Abhay Verma, and Sathyaraj, the movie delves into the myth of ‘Munjya’ within Indian cultural beliefs. With director Aditya Sarpotdar…

Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old from Florida, triumphed in the 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee on Thursday night. He outlasted seven other finalists and secured victory by defeating his final competitor in the competition’s second-ever spell-off. During this intense round, Bruhat correctly spelled 29 words, while his rival, 12-year-old Faizan Zaki from Texas, managed to spell 20 words. After Bruhat was declared the champion, the two competitors shared a congratulatory handshake. The spell-off is a special round that comes into play when the competition reaches a certain duration and multiple contestants remain. According to the Bee’s rules, the contestant who spells…

Reflecting on her personal immigration journey from India to the US at the age of 16, Indian American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal renews her advocacy for immigration reform. In a video shared as part of the #SpreadAAPILove campaign initiated by STOP AAPI Hate during Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI) Heritage Month, Jayapal recounts navigating the intricate immigration system. Arriving in the US with $5,000 from her parents to pursue her American dream, Jayapal spent 17 years navigating the complexities of immigration before becoming a US citizen two decades ago. She highlights her parents’ sacrifice, who believed in her…