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Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella Hail India’s Historic World Cup Win

India’s long-awaited dream in women’s cricket finally came true as Harmanpreet Kaur’s fearless squad lifted the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 trophy after a thrilling 52-run victory over South Africa in Navi Mumbai. The monumental win, witnessed by a packed DY Patil Stadium, marked a new dawn for Indian women’s cricket, erasing the heartbreaks of 2005 and 2017. The euphoria wasn’t confined to the field — it echoed across continents. Tech giants Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, and Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, joined millions of Indians in cele ..... Read More

PM Modi and President Murmu Praise India’s World Cup Triumph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian women’s cricket team on their groundbreaking ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 victory, celebrating the achievement as a moment of immense national pride. Speaking at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025, he opened his address by acknowledging the team’s extraordinary performance, saying, “Before I talk about science, I must celebrate India’s remarkable victory in cricket.” He continued, “The entire nation is overjoyed with this success. This is India’s first Wom ..... Read More

BCCI Rewards India’s World Cup Queens with $6.1 Million

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a massive $6.1 million reward for India’s women’s cricket team, their coaches, and the support staff after their sensational ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 victory. The announcement came shortly after India’s historic 52-run win over South Africa at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, a triumph that sent the entire nation into celebration. BCCI secretary Devajit Saika applauded ICC Chairman Jay Shah for his unwavering support toward women’s cricket, crediting his leadership for major ref ..... Read More

Harmanpreet Kaur Guides India to First World Cup Triumph

November 2, 2025, will forever be remembered as the night Indian cricket reached new heights. At DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, captain Harmanpreet Kaur held the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup trophy high, leading India to its maiden World Cup title with a commanding 52-run win over South Africa. Her leadership, composure, and sheer determination were the pillars of this historic achievement. Throughout the tournament, Kaur exemplified calm authority and strategic brilliance. She instilled confidence in her team, empowering players like Shafali ..... Read More

Deepti Sharma Shines as India’s Historic Hero

Deepti Sharma delivered a once-in-a-generation performance as India claimed its first-ever 50-over Women’s World Cup title, ending decades of anticipation. The final, played on November 2, 2025, at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, will be remembered for Sharma’s brilliance with both bat and ball — a display that defined India’s triumph and secured her place in cricketing folklore. Coming in after a strong opening partnership, Sharma steadied the innings during a tense middle phase. Her composed 58 off 58 balls came at a time when India ne ..... Read More

India Wins First Women’s World Cup After Dream Run

November 2, 2025, marked a golden chapter in Indian cricket as the women’s team lifted their maiden World Cup trophy, ending a 52-year-long wait for global glory. Under the composed leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, India triumphed over South Africa at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium in a high-intensity final that had fans on edge until the last moment. After heavy rains delayed the start, South Africa opted to bowl first, hoping to take advantage of the conditions. However, India’s opening pair, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Ve ..... Read More

India’s Gold Investment Demand Reaches Record $10 Billion

 India’s appetite for gold as an investment asset has reached new heights, with total bar and coin purchases touching an unprecedented $10 billion in the September quarter, according to data from the World Gold Council (WGC). This represents a 20% year-on-year increase, amounting to 91.6 tonnes and accounting for 40% of total gold consumption, the highest share ever recorded. The surge underscores a growing trend among Indian investors, who are increasingly viewing gold as a safe and reliable investment amid volatile global markets. “We expe ..... Read More

BJP MP Leads Delegation, Meets Indian-Americans in NY

A parliamentary delegation from India, led by BJP Member of Parliament Daggubati Purandeswari, held an interactive session with around 120 Indian-American community leaders in New York. The event aimed to reinforce the growing partnership between India and the United States, highlighting the diaspora’s key contribution to India’s global progress. Hosted by the Consulate General of India in New York, the meeting emphasized the importance of the Indian-American community in advancing India’s vision for a Developed India 2047. The delegation pr ..... Read More

Kruti Patel Goyal Named Etsy’s New CEO

Global online marketplace Etsy, Inc. has announced the appointment of Kruti Patel Goyal as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. Currently serving as Etsy’s President and Chief Growth Officer, Goyal will also take a seat on the company’s Board of Directors. The leadership transition follows Josh Silverman’s decision to step down after steering Etsy for more than eight years. To ensure a smooth changeover, Silverman will continue as Executive Chair through the end of 2026. Fred Wilson, Etsy’s Board Chair since 2017, wil ..... Read More

Nikita Bhalerao Wins 2025 Rising Star Award

Nikita Bhalerao, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow at UMass Chan Medical School, has been honored with the 2025 Rising Star Award by the National Pancreas Foundation and a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship from the Pancreatic Cancer Alliance (PCA). Her research, conducted under the mentorship of Dr. Jason Pitarresi, focuses on unraveling the complex biological mechanisms behind cancer cachexia, a condition marked by severe and uncontrollable weight loss that affects nearly 80% of pancreatic cancer patients. The Rising Star Award is presented to i ..... Read More

PM Modi Pays Tribute to Sardar Patel on Unity Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on Friday by paying homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat’s Ekta Nagar. The tribute came on the occasion of Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, with the Prime Minister highlighting the Iron Man’s unparalleled contribution to the unification of India and his enduring message of national integrity. Arriving early in the morning, PM Modi offered prayers and floral tributes at the world’s tallest statue, located along the Narmada River. He also witnessed the Ras ..... Read More

President Murmu’s Rafale Flight Marks Historic Moment

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday experienced her first flight in a Rafale fighter jet, describing the sortie as an “unforgettable experience” and a moment of immense pride in India’s defence prowess. The 30-minute flight took place at the Ambala Air Force Station, where she covered roughly 200 kilometers in the skies over Haryana. Following the sortie, President Murmu penned her reflections in the visitor’s book, expressing gratitude to the Indian Air Force for organizing the experience. She wrote that her first flight aboard the Rafale ..... Read More

India, US Sign 10-Year Defence Partnership Pact

The United States and India have entered into a landmark 10-year defence framework agreement aimed at deepening military cooperation, sharing intelligence, and advancing defence technology collaboration. The deal was formally announced by US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday following his meeting with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Hegseth took to X to highlight the significance of the agreement, describing it as a major step toward bolstering regional stability and deterrence. “We’re enhancing our coordination, information sh ..... Read More

India, US Edge Closer to Major Trade Deal

India and the United States are steadily progressing toward finalizing a long-discussed trade deal, according to Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs. He confirmed that ongoing talks between both sides remain active, with negotiators aiming to conclude an agreement soon. The discussions come at a crucial moment as the US currently imposes steep 50% tariffs on Indian goods—half of which are reciprocal, while the other half serve as penalties tied to India’s crude oil purchases from Russia. However, the propos ..... Read More

India’s Post-GST Auto Surge: Bigger Cars, Rising EV Interest

India’s automobile market is experiencing a significant transformation following the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate reductions. According to a recent AI-powered SmyttenPulse study conducted in October 2025, nearly 79% of Indian car buyers are channeling their GST savings into premium vehicles and additional features instead of putting the money aside. The findings highlight a major shift in buyer behavior across tier-I, II, and III cities, with 46% of respondents opting for larger vehicles such as compact and full-size SUVs. Meanwhile, more ..... Read More

JD Vance Backs Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Overhaul

US Vice President JD Vance has once again spoken out in favor of President Donald Trump’s reforms to the H-1B visa program, asserting that the system has been exploited to drive down wages for American employees by hiring foreign workers at reduced pay. During his address at the Turning Point USA event in Mississippi on Wednesday, Vance stated that the administration’s reform efforts are designed to ensure fairness for domestic workers while preserving the program’s original intent — attracting exceptional global talent rather than replacing ..... Read More

Sardar Patel 150th: Grand Unity Parade at Ekta Nagar

 The Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, also known as National Unity Day, will be celebrated on October 31 to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, honouring his immense contribution to India’s unity and political integration. This year’s event holds special significance as the celebrations coincide with the 150th birth anniversary of the ‘Iron Man of India’. Ekta Nagar, home to the iconic 182-metre Statue of Unity, is witnessing grand preparations, featuring a cultural festival and a National Unity Parade by security forces. Pri ..... Read More

Etsy Names Kruti Patel Goyal as CEO Amid Tariff Challenges

Reuters: Online marketplace Etsy Inc. (ETSY.N) has appointed long-time insider Kruti Patel Goyal as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Josh Silverman, who led the company for over eight years. Etsy’s shares, which had risen nearly 40% this year, dropped about 7% in early trading after the company projected muted gross merchandise sales (GMS) for the fourth quarter. Patel Goyal, currently Etsy’s President and Chief Growth Officer, will officially take charge on January 1, 2026. She previously led Depop, the fashion resale platform Ets ..... Read More

DeSantis Orders Florida Universities to End H-1B Hiring

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday directed the state’s public universities to “pull the plug” on hiring employees through H-1B visas, a move that could end the employment of hundreds of international faculty and researchers across Florida’s higher education system. DeSantis made the remarks during a speech at the University of South Florida, criticizing the H-1B program as a system that allows universities and tech firms to hire cheaper foreign labor instead of Americans. He called the visa holders “indentured servants,” urging univer ..... Read More

Rutgers ‘Hindutva’ Event Draws Bipartisan Criticism

The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) has strongly condemned Monday’s event, “Hindutva in America: A Threat to Equality and Religious Pluralism,” at Rutgers University, which has drawn bipartisan criticism from Members of Congress and outrage from the Hindu community. The event, framed as academic discussion, featured no practicing Hindus and made sweeping, uninformed claims about the faith. Panelists attempted to distinguish Hinduism from Hindutva while dismissing concerns about Hinduphobia. They also equated the Nazi Hakenkreuz wi ..... Read More

Harmeet Dhillon Defends Sikh Truckers Amid Online Backlash

Harmeet Dhillon, the Sikh-American lawyer serving as the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Justice, has spoken out strongly in defense of Sikh and Indian-origin truck drivers following a surge of online hate and misinformation — some even from within conservative circles. In a statement released on October 27, Dhillon urged Americans not to unfairly target Sikh truckers after two recent accidents involving undocumented drivers operating commercial trucks. “In the haze of anger, many are wrongly attacking l ..... Read More

India, Cyprus Strengthen Ties with 2025-29 Action Plan

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a key step in reinforcing India-Cyprus relations. The leaders reviewed the India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029, which outlines the roadmap for collaboration in defense, trade, innovation, and technology. The framework was first agreed upon during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus in June 2025. During the meeting, Jaishankar shared that discussions extended beyond bilateral cooperation to include global g ..... Read More

India, South Africa Deepen Cultural Ties at G20 Meet

Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat met with South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie on Thursday on the sidelines of the 4th G20 Culture Working Group Meeting in Zimbali, near Durban. The discussion focused on expanding cultural collaboration between India and South Africa through a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening bilateral cultural cooperation. Shekhawat highlighted on social media that both nations share historic ties rooted in Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy and ..... Read More

PM Modi Pushes UNESCO Tag for Chhath Festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing his first public rally after Chhath Puja in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, announced that the central government is actively pursuing UNESCO recognition for Chhath Mahaparva under the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list. Speaking to a large crowd, PM Modi emphasized that Chhath is not only a celebration of devotion but also a festival symbolizing equality and social unity. The prime minister said, “This is my first visit to Bihar after Chhath Puja, a festival that has now gained international recogniti ..... Read More

US Grants 6-Month Sanctions Waiver for India’s Chabahar Port

The United States has approved a six-month exemption for India, allowing it to carry out operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port without facing sanctions. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the decision, noting that the waiver will enable India to maintain its strategic presence along the Gulf of Oman while fostering regional connectivity. India has played a central role in developing the Chabahar Port, situated in Iran’s Sistan-Balochistan province, and currently manages the Shahid Beheshti terminal. The port is a key compone ..... Read More