The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States has been subjecting several of its employees to polygraph tests to find out if they are betraying their nation or can't be trusted with secrets. The increased reliance on lie-detector tests started in the investigation agency after Kash Patel took office as FBI director. Some employees were even&nbsp;asked if they had made remarks disparaging Kash Patel.&nbsp;Two people with knowledge of the matter told the NYT that senior employees were asked in interviews and polygraph tests whether they had said anything negative about Kash Patel. One employee was forced to take the polygraph test to find out who leaked the report about Patel demanding a service weapon to the media.&nbsp;Dozens of employees were asked to take these tests. They&nbsp;are part of the FBI's crackdown on news leaks. There is a sense among employees that disparaging Kash Patel or his deputy, Dan Bongino, can cost them their jobs.&nbsp;Commenting on the row, James Davidson, a former agent, said the employees' loyalty must be towards the US Constitution, not Kash Patel or his deputy.&nbsp;Michael Feinberg, a top agent in the field office in Norfolk, was threatened with a polygraph over his friendship with Peter Strzok, a counterintelligence official who was fired for sending text messages deriding US President Donald Trump, reported the paper.&nbsp;He wrote in a blog that a top agent asked him to submit to a polygraph test to probe the nature of his friendship.&nbsp;He also claimed that he was expected to "grovel, beg forgiveness, and pledge loyalty". He, however, resigned.<h2>Who is Kash Patel?</h2>Kash Patel is the ninth director of the FBI. The Indian-origin official was appointed by Donald Trump earlier this year, after he became the US President for the second time.&nbsp;He is the first Asian-American to hold the position. Before this, he&nbsp;served as a senior aide to Congressman Devin Nunes and worked in various roles within the Trump administration, including as chief of staff to the acting US Secretary of Defense.&nbsp;Kash Patel was born to Gujarati parents in New York on February 25, 1980, in Garden City. He graduated from the University of Richmond and later earned a Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States has been subjecting several of its employees to polygraph tests to find out if they are betraying their nation or can't be trusted with secrets.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States has been subjecting several of its employees to polygraph tests to find out if they are betraying their nation or can't be trusted with secrets. The increased reliance on lie-detector tests started in the investigation agency after Kash Patel took office as FBI director. Some employees were even asked if they had made remarks disparaging Kash Patel. Two people with knowledge of the matter told the NYT that senior employees were asked in interviews and polygraph tests whether they had said anything negative about Kash Patel. One employee was forced to take the polygraph test to find out who leaked the report about Patel demanding a service weapon to the media. Dozens of employees were asked to take these tests. They are part of the FBI's crackdown on news leaks. There is a sense among employees that disparaging Kash Patel or his deputy, Dan Bongino, can cost them their jobs. Commenting on the row, James Davidson, a former agent, said the employees' loyalty must be towards the US Constitution, not Kash Patel or his deputy. Michael Feinberg, a top agent in the field office in Norfolk, was threatened with a polygraph over his friendship with Peter Strzok, a counterintelligence official who was fired for sending text messages deriding US President Donald Trump, reported the paper. He wrote in a blog that a top agent asked him to submit to a polygraph test to probe the nature of his friendship. He also claimed that he was expected to "grovel, beg forgiveness, and pledge loyalty". He, however, resigned. Who is Kash Patel? Kash Patel is the ninth director of the FBI. The Indian-origin official was appointed by Donald Trump earlier this year, after he became the US President for the second time. He is the first Asian-American to hold the position. Before this, he served as a senior aide to Congressman Devin Nunes and worked in various roles within the Trump administration, including as chief of staff to the acting US Secretary of Defense. Kash Patel was born to Gujarati parents in New York on February 25, 1980, in Garden City. He graduated from the University of Richmond and later earned a Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law.

The increased reliance on lie-detector tests started in the investigation agency after Kash Patel took office as FBI director, said a report.

FBI subjecting agents to polygraph test to prove loyalty for Kash Patel: Report

Jay Chaudhry, an alumnus of IIT BHU, has emerged as the wealthiest Indian-American in the United States, with a net worth exceeding $17.9 billion. This fact was revealed in a list of America's Richest Immigrants 2025, which was compiled by Forbes. The magazine noted that the tally of immigrant billionaires rose from 92 in 2022 to 125 in 2025, including Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella.&nbsp;"These American immigrants are worth a record $1.3 trillion combined and hold 18% of America’s $7.2 trillion in total billionaire wealth,” Forbes noted. With 12 billionaires, India topped the list, followed by Israel (11), Taiwan (11), and China (8).<h2>Who is Jay Chaudhry?</h2>Jay Chaudhry, 65, completed his Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU. He travelled in a plane for the first time in 1980, when he moved to the United States to pursue an engineering and management master's program at the University of Cincinnati. He now lives in Reno, Nevada.&nbsp;He founded Zscaler in 2008, a cybersecurity firm, which went public in March 2018. He draws most of his net worth from his ownership in the Nasdaq-listed firm.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jay Chaudhry and his family own around 40 per cent of Zscaler.&nbsp;Before Zscaler, Jay Chaudhry founded four tech companies -- SecureIT, CoreHarbor, CipherTrust, and AirDefense -- all of which were acquired.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/meet-rouming-pang-who-got-a-rs-1713-crore-salary-deal-where-did-he-study-1752137276713">Also read: Meet Rouming Pang, who got a Rs 1713 crore salary deal; where did he study?</a>&nbsp;Chaudhry started their startup&nbsp;journey in 1996, when he and his wife, Jyoti, pooled their savings and started SecureIT.&nbsp;He was born in a village in India. According to reports, he grew up in a village that had no electricity or running water until Class 10. Despite the hardships, he has emerged as the richest Indian-American.

Jay Chaudhry, an alumnus of IIT BHU, has emerged as the wealthiest Indian-American in the United States, with a net worth exceeding $17.9 billion.

Jay Chaudhry, an alumnus of IIT BHU, has emerged as the wealthiest Indian-American in the United States, with a net worth exceeding $17.9 billion. This fact was revealed in a list of America's Richest Immigrants 2025, which was compiled by Forbes. The magazine noted that the tally of immigrant billionaires rose from 92 in 2022 to 125 in 2025, including Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. "These American immigrants are worth a record $1.3 trillion combined and hold 18% of America’s $7.2 trillion in total billionaire wealth,” Forbes noted. With 12 billionaires, India topped the list, followed by Israel (11), Taiwan (11), and China (8). Who is Jay Chaudhry? Jay Chaudhry, 65, completed his Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU. He travelled in a plane for the first time in 1980, when he moved to the United States to pursue an engineering and management master's program at the University of Cincinnati. He now lives in Reno, Nevada. He founded Zscaler in 2008, a cybersecurity firm, which went public in March 2018. He draws most of his net worth from his ownership in the Nasdaq-listed firm. Jay Chaudhry and his family own around 40 per cent of Zscaler. Before Zscaler, Jay Chaudhry founded four tech companies -- SecureIT, CoreHarbor, CipherTrust, and AirDefense -- all of which were acquired. Also read: Meet Rouming Pang, who got a Rs 1713 crore salary deal; where did he study? Chaudhry started their startup journey in 1996, when he and his wife, Jyoti, pooled their savings and started SecureIT. He was born in a village in India. According to reports, he grew up in a village that had no electricity or running water until Class 10. Despite the hardships, he has emerged as the richest Indian-American.

He founded Zscaler in 2008, a cybersecurity firm, which went public in March 2018. He draws most of his net worth from his ownership in the Nasdaq-listed firm.

Meet the richest Indian-American who grew up in village without electricity, water; not Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella

As the United States dropped 14 bunker buster bombs deployed on the 'B-2 stealth bombers' on Iran's nuclear facilities during the 12-day Israel-Iran war, a former Vietnam War refugee Anh Duong looked at the weapon's technical details as she sensed a familiarity.Duong, 65, who escaped Saigon and found a home in the US, decided to return to the nation that gave her shelter. A month after the September 11 attacks, she got the chance when she became the leader of a team of US military scientists. That team created an explosive in the same family as the bunker buster.The BLU-118/B, a laser-guided bomb, was designed to travel deep into confined spaces like the underground tunnels occupied by Al Qaeda in Afghanistan.The BLU is an acronym for Bomb Live Unit, and not "Big, Loud and Ugly, which is maybe what the soldiers say", Duong said in an interview.The bomb was developed in a way that it produces a high-temperature and sustained blast, "so that our guys would not have to flush out these hills or caves by foot," Duong said.BLU-118/B, the weapon created by the Navy's 'Bomb Lady', was used several times in Afghanistan. Moreover, her team was credited by everyone for ending America's longest war soon.<h2>How B-2 bombers came in picture?</h2>Before designing the BLU-118/B, Duong and her team were working on a new generation of "high-performance, insensitive explosives, that could take the ride and abuse" of penetrating through the layers or rock before the explosion.According to a New York Times report, these high-performance explosives were part of the explosives packed into the bunker buster, the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator, that was used by the US in Iran to hit its nuclear facilities including Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow.Talking about the extent of the damage caused by the bombs, Duong said that the extent cannot be measured by the US, Israel, or Iran.“Think about it. You went in and bombed an underground nuclear facility. It’s not safe to send anyone into that facility. I suspect it will be a long time before any real, in-person assessment can be done," she said.Further lauding the teamwork, she said, "Explosives developers are a small community. We know one another and we collaborate a lot. It was not just my work individually. Everything is teamwork.”She said that she doesn't remember who nicknamed her "the Bomb Lady", but she became known among Vietnamese emigres in the US and globally.&nbsp;

Duong escaped Saigon and found a home in the US, and decided to return to the nation that gave her home. Month after the 9/11 attacks, she got the chance when she became the leader of a team of US military scientists. Their team created an explosive in same family as the bunker buster. 

As the United States dropped 14 bunker buster bombs deployed on the 'B-2 stealth bombers' on Iran's nuclear facilities during the 12-day Israel-Iran war, a former Vietnam War refugee Anh Duong looked at the weapon's technical details as she sensed a familiarity. Duong, 65, who escaped Saigon and found a home in the US, decided to return to the nation that gave her shelter. A month after the September 11 attacks, she got the chance when she became the leader of a team of US military scientists. That team created an explosive in the same family as the bunker buster. The BLU-118/B, a laser-guided bomb, was designed to travel deep into confined spaces like the underground tunnels occupied by Al Qaeda in Afghanistan. The BLU is an acronym for Bomb Live Unit, and not "Big, Loud and Ugly, which is maybe what the soldiers say", Duong said in an interview. The bomb was developed in a way that it produces a high-temperature and sustained blast, "so that our guys would not have to flush out these hills or caves by foot," Duong said. BLU-118/B, the weapon created by the Navy's 'Bomb Lady', was used several times in Afghanistan. Moreover, her team was credited by everyone for ending America's longest war soon. How B-2 bombers came in picture? Before designing the BLU-118/B, Duong and her team were working on a new generation of "high-performance, insensitive explosives, that could take the ride and abuse" of penetrating through the layers or rock before the explosion. According to a New York Times report, these high-performance explosives were part of the explosives packed into the bunker buster, the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator, that was used by the US in Iran to hit its nuclear facilities including Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow. Talking about the extent of the damage caused by the bombs, Duong said that the extent cannot be measured by the US, Israel, or Iran. “Think about it. You went in and bombed an underground nuclear facility. It’s not safe to send anyone into that facility. I suspect it will be a long time before any real, in-person assessment can be done," she said. Further lauding the teamwork, she said, "Explosives developers are a small community. We know one another and we collaborate a lot. It was not just my work individually. Everything is teamwork.” She said that she doesn't remember who nicknamed her "the Bomb Lady", but she became known among Vietnamese emigres in the US and globally.

Duong escaped Saigon and found a home in the US, and decided to return to the nation that gave her home. Month after the 9/11 attacks, she got the chance when she became the leader of a team of US military scientists. Their team created an explosive in same family as the bunker buster.&nbsp;

The Bomb Lady: Woman who made 'Bunker Buster' bombs possible—Used by US to strike Iran's nuclear facilities

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. Among the deceased are at least 27 girls and counselors who had been staying at a youth summer camp on a river that suddenly swelled and wiped out the facility.&nbsp;Kerr County was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children. The toll includes 27 who had been staying at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp that was housing about 750 people when the floodwaters struck.&nbsp;Many of those affected have flagged the absence of a warning system in a region known colloquially as "Flash Flood Alley" because of frequent floods.&nbsp;Climate scientist Daniel Swain also pinned the problem on a failure of “warning dissemination.”&nbsp;Nicole Wilson, a woman in San Antonia, almost sent her daughters to Camp Mystic. After the deaths of several of the girls who went to the camp, she launched a petition on Change.org urging Governor Greg Abbott to approve a modern warning network.&nbsp;"Five minutes of that siren going off could have saved every single one of those children," she said.&nbsp;Several Texans gathered to pray for the victims of the floods on Monday night in San Antonia.&nbsp;"I was pretty shocked by the gravity of the situation and how big it was, and I wouldn't necessarily expect that our rivers would rise so quickly," said Rebeca Gutierrez, 29.&nbsp;She hoped that the authorities would ensure that such an incident wouldn't take place in the future.&nbsp;Meanwhile, forecasters warned of fresh rainfall and more floods.&nbsp;&nbsp;"There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement.&nbsp;President Donald Trump confirmed he planned to visit Texas on Friday.&nbsp;According to reports, the water levels&nbsp;in the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet within 45 minutes, giving no chance to those in the camp to scamper to safety.&nbsp;Blankets, teddy bears, and other belongings, caked in mud, are now scattered across the camp.&nbsp;"We're helping the parents of two of the missing children," Louis Deppe, 62, told AFP. "The last message they got was 'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead."

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. 

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. Among the deceased are at least 27 girls and counselors who had been staying at a youth summer camp on a river that suddenly swelled and wiped out the facility. Kerr County was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children. The toll includes 27 who had been staying at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp that was housing about 750 people when the floodwaters struck. Many of those affected have flagged the absence of a warning system in a region known colloquially as "Flash Flood Alley" because of frequent floods. Climate scientist Daniel Swain also pinned the problem on a failure of “warning dissemination.” Nicole Wilson, a woman in San Antonia, almost sent her daughters to Camp Mystic. After the deaths of several of the girls who went to the camp, she launched a petition on Change.org urging Governor Greg Abbott to approve a modern warning network. "Five minutes of that siren going off could have saved every single one of those children," she said. Several Texans gathered to pray for the victims of the floods on Monday night in San Antonia. "I was pretty shocked by the gravity of the situation and how big it was, and I wouldn't necessarily expect that our rivers would rise so quickly," said Rebeca Gutierrez, 29. She hoped that the authorities would ensure that such an incident wouldn't take place in the future. Meanwhile, forecasters warned of fresh rainfall and more floods. "There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement. President Donald Trump confirmed he planned to visit Texas on Friday. According to reports, the water levels in the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet within 45 minutes, giving no chance to those in the camp to scamper to safety. Blankets, teddy bears, and other belongings, caked in mud, are now scattered across the camp. "We're helping the parents of two of the missing children," Louis Deppe, 62, told AFP. "The last message they got was 'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead."

Texas floods: Kerr Country was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children.&nbsp;

'Could have saved children if...': Texans slam US authorities for Camp Mystic tragedy

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. Two months ago, the Indian-origin executive had made headlines for a different reason altogether -- his salary package.&nbsp;Vaibhav Taneja completed his Bachelor of Commerce from Delhi University in 1999 and became a chartered accountant in 2000. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers for close to 17 years. He has spent over eight years at Tesla, working in several positions before becoming the EV giant's Chief Financial Officer in August 2023.&nbsp;While it isn't confirmed if he will be the treasurer of Musk's party, it is confirmed that Taneja is one of the most trusted employees of the world's richest person. Taneja reportedly received&nbsp;a salary package of a whopping $139 million (around Rs 1189 crore) last year.&nbsp;The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO. In 2020, Nikola had paid a salary package of $86 million to Nikola, the hydrogen-based truck maker, which filed for bankruptcy this year.&nbsp;Taneja, 47, joined Tesla in 2017.&nbsp;Taneja’s compensation was tied to stock options and equity awards he received in October 2024 that recognized his promotion to CFO in August 2023, reported The Wall Street Journal in May.&nbsp;Taneja's income in 2024 was greater than Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. While Pichai earned $10.73 million, Nadella's 2024 payout was $79.1 million.<h2>Elon Musk's party</h2>Weeks after a public fallout with Donald Trump, Elon Musk last week announced a political party.&nbsp;Donald Trump shrugged off Elon Musk's plans as "ridiculous".&nbsp;The party was launched in the wake of&nbsp;Trump signing into law a sprawling domestic policy bill that the tech mogul has slammed over the apprehension that it will balloon the deficit.&nbsp;Elon Musk's net worth is $393.1 billion. He spent millions of dollars helping Trump become the US President for the second time.

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. 

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. Two months ago, the Indian-origin executive had made headlines for a different reason altogether -- his salary package. Vaibhav Taneja completed his Bachelor of Commerce from Delhi University in 1999 and became a chartered accountant in 2000. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers for close to 17 years. He has spent over eight years at Tesla, working in several positions before becoming the EV giant's Chief Financial Officer in August 2023. While it isn't confirmed if he will be the treasurer of Musk's party, it is confirmed that Taneja is one of the most trusted employees of the world's richest person. Taneja reportedly received a salary package of a whopping $139 million (around Rs 1189 crore) last year. The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO. In 2020, Nikola had paid a salary package of $86 million to Nikola, the hydrogen-based truck maker, which filed for bankruptcy this year. Taneja, 47, joined Tesla in 2017. Taneja’s compensation was tied to stock options and equity awards he received in October 2024 that recognized his promotion to CFO in August 2023, reported The Wall Street Journal in May. Taneja's income in 2024 was greater than Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. While Pichai earned $10.73 million, Nadella's 2024 payout was $79.1 million. Elon Musk's party Weeks after a public fallout with Donald Trump, Elon Musk last week announced a political party. Donald Trump shrugged off Elon Musk's plans as "ridiculous". The party was launched in the wake of Trump signing into law a sprawling domestic policy bill that the tech mogul has slammed over the apprehension that it will balloon the deficit. Elon Musk's net worth is $393.1 billion. He spent millions of dollars helping Trump become the US President for the second time.

The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO.&nbsp;

Meet Vaibhav Taneja, Elon Musk's employee who earned $139 million last year

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic&nbsp;allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals.&nbsp;Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi.&nbsp;"We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the&nbsp;letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair.&nbsp;"If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added.&nbsp;Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations,&nbsp;including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1.&nbsp;According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent,&nbsp;while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. 

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals. Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi. "We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said. Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair. "If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added. Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations, including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1. According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent, while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom.

Donald Trump makes big 'trade deal' announcement for India amid tariff worries

In a shocking incident, one person was killed and six others were wounded in a mass shooting in the US city of Indianapolis on Saturday. The incident took place a day after the United States celebrated the nation's Independence Day.&nbsp;Deputy police operations chief Tanya Terry told a news conference on Saturday that the shooting took place at 1.27 am (0527 GMT). The police are investigating the crime.&nbsp;&nbsp;One person was pronounced dead at the scene of the crime, whereas five people were rushed to the hospital for treatment. One person walked into a hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;Three of the victims, including the deceased, are juveniles, said the police officer. She didn't reveal the ages and conditions of the other victims.&nbsp;The investigators have recovered firearms from the scene and have detained seven people for questioning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Indianapolis police chief Chris Bailey condemned recurring violence in the city's downtown area, particularly involving youngsters.&nbsp;&nbsp;He told reporters: “A kid is dead tonight. It is unacceptable.”&nbsp;He claimed the police arrested 20 people throughout the night and recovered guns from minors.&nbsp;He said they also found an assault rifle stuffed in the front of a minor.&nbsp;He slammed parents for allowing "hundreds of unsupervised kids" to roam the area at night.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We are not your children's keeper. You are. Parents and guardians have got to step up," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;He said thousands of people had turned up downtown for fireworks and left peacefully, but others stayed and "caused trouble."&nbsp;Gun violence has become common across the United States because of lax gun laws. Many states have few barriers to the purchasing of firearms, despite widespread support for greater gun control.&nbsp;This year, there have been 189 mass shootings in the country, according to the Gun Violence Archive. It characterizes mass shootings as incidents in which four or more people are shot.

In a shocking incident, one person was killed and six others were wounded in a mass shooting in the US city of Indianapolis on Saturday. The incident took place a day after the United States celebrated the nation's Independence Day.



In a shocking incident, one person was killed and six others were wounded in a mass shooting in the US city of Indianapolis on Saturday. The incident took place a day after the United States celebrated the nation's Independence Day. Deputy police operations chief Tanya Terry told a news conference on Saturday that the shooting took place at 1.27 am (0527 GMT). The police are investigating the crime. One person was pronounced dead at the scene of the crime, whereas five people were rushed to the hospital for treatment. One person walked into a hospital. Three of the victims, including the deceased, are juveniles, said the police officer. She didn't reveal the ages and conditions of the other victims. The investigators have recovered firearms from the scene and have detained seven people for questioning. Indianapolis police chief Chris Bailey condemned recurring violence in the city's downtown area, particularly involving youngsters. He told reporters: “A kid is dead tonight. It is unacceptable.” He claimed the police arrested 20 people throughout the night and recovered guns from minors. He said they also found an assault rifle stuffed in the front of a minor. He slammed parents for allowing "hundreds of unsupervised kids" to roam the area at night. "We are not your children's keeper. You are. Parents and guardians have got to step up," he added. He said thousands of people had turned up downtown for fireworks and left peacefully, but others stayed and "caused trouble." Gun violence has become common across the United States because of lax gun laws. Many states have few barriers to the purchasing of firearms, despite widespread support for greater gun control. This year, there have been 189 mass shootings in the country, according to the Gun Violence Archive. It characterizes mass shootings as incidents in which four or more people are shot.

Indianapolis&nbsp;shooting: Three of the victims, including the deceased, are juveniles, said the police.

US news: 7 shot in Indianapolis; police chief slams parents, says not your children's keeper

A political expert in California has warned of political polarisation in the United States, stating that the second Civil War could break out in the next 10 years. Daily Mail quoted Professor Benjamin Cohen from the University of California-Santa Barbara as saying that California could secede from the US, and this would trigger a civil war. Cohen noted in a university release that California could declare its independence from the US in 2035 because of the growing friction with the federal government. He says that it all comes down to identity which will motivate people to separate from the US. Cohen added that although this scenario looks impossible right now, things can change because in the so-called 'dream states', there is a movement to rally behind specific causes towards which people have a sense of attachment. So they would not want to remain part of the greater US family. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-gavin-newsom-and-will-he-run-for-us-president-california-governor-s-open-war-with-trump-over-la-violence-hints-at-ambition-profile-1749527973561">Gavin Newsom for US president? California governor's open war with Trump over LA violence hints at ambition</a>&nbsp;"Identity can be a very powerful motivator. That's why I worry about the risk of civil war. When it comes to something as strong as a sense of community identity, rationalism falls by the wayside," Cohen said. "It's difficult for me to imagine how things would divide up if there were a civil war. But the probability of such a war is substantially greater than zero," he wrote. Cohen said that the thought that states would secede from the US was an "underappreciated phenomenon." In this case, those states would form a new independent nation. They would no longer be governed by the US Constitution, federal laws, and the federal government. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/chinese-tv-host-zhu-slammed-for-giving-chicken-drumsticks-to-boys-heres-why-it-is-a-problem-1751711327213">Chinese TV host slammed for giving chicken drumsticks to boys. Here's why it is a problem</a>&nbsp;<h2>California would break first, showing signs of resentment</h2>Cohen added even though California would be the first state to break away, there are other states where people want to change geographic borders to suit their political ideologies. He gave the example of New York City which has heavily leaned Democratic for years. However, the rest of New York State has favoured Republicans. Meanwhile, California has already started showing signs of anger. Recent riots in Los Angeles over the federal government's mass deportation of illegal immigrants are proof of the growing resentment in the state. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/japan-hit-by-5-3-magnitude-earthquake-weather-agency-denies-links-to-manga-prediction-1751695926134">Japan hit by 5.3 magnitude earthquake, weather agency denies links to manga prediction</a>&nbsp;A major portion of Americans also believe that there is a chance of a civil war breaking out in the US soon. A YouGov poll recently found that 40 per cent of Americans believe it's either "somewhat or very likely" the US will have another civil war within 10 years. The June 30 YouGov poll surveyed 1,111 adult US citizens, of which 31 per cent said that America will become a fascist dictatorship by 2035. Another 20 per cent think the US will turn communist by then. According to the US Supreme Court, no state can secede from the nation without the consent of all other states in the union. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/nankai-trough-megaquake-could-kill-300000-people-japan-govt-acknowledges-risk-ramps-up-measures-1751684163613">Nankai Trough 'megaquake' could kill 300,000 people: Japan acknowledges risk, ramps up measures</a>&nbsp;Other studies have found that more and more Americans are growing frustrated and the government is reaching a critical breaking point. They believe that the country might stop functioning as a democracy within the next 10 years. Cohen noted the feelings of the Americans and wrote, "It seems to me we cannot ignore the risks of the current fissures and fragmentation — the breakdown of a sense of community."&nbsp; &nbsp;

An expert in international political economy from the University of California-Santa Barbara has warned of a civil war in the US. This could happen as soon as 2035. Some people think the US will cease to be a democracy soon.

A political expert in California has warned of political polarisation in the United States, stating that the second Civil War could break out in the next 10 years. Daily Mail quoted Professor Benjamin Cohen from the University of California-Santa Barbara as saying that California could secede from the US, and this would trigger a civil war. Cohen noted in a university release that California could declare its independence from the US in 2035 because of the growing friction with the federal government. He says that it all comes down to identity which will motivate people to separate from the US. Cohen added that although this scenario looks impossible right now, things can change because in the so-called 'dream states', there is a movement to rally behind specific causes towards which people have a sense of attachment. So they would not want to remain part of the greater US family. Also Read: Gavin Newsom for US president? California governor's open war with Trump over LA violence hints at ambition "Identity can be a very powerful motivator. That's why I worry about the risk of civil war. When it comes to something as strong as a sense of community identity, rationalism falls by the wayside," Cohen said. "It's difficult for me to imagine how things would divide up if there were a civil war. But the probability of such a war is substantially greater than zero," he wrote. Cohen said that the thought that states would secede from the US was an "underappreciated phenomenon." In this case, those states would form a new independent nation. They would no longer be governed by the US Constitution, federal laws, and the federal government. Also Read: Chinese TV host slammed for giving chicken drumsticks to boys. Here's why it is a problem California would break first, showing signs of resentment Cohen added even though California would be the first state to break away, there are other states where people want to change geographic borders to suit their political ideologies. He gave the example of New York City which has heavily leaned Democratic for years. However, the rest of New York State has favoured Republicans. Meanwhile, California has already started showing signs of anger. Recent riots in Los Angeles over the federal government's mass deportation of illegal immigrants are proof of the growing resentment in the state. Also Read: Japan hit by 5.3 magnitude earthquake, weather agency denies links to manga prediction A major portion of Americans also believe that there is a chance of a civil war breaking out in the US soon. A YouGov poll recently found that 40 per cent of Americans believe it's either "somewhat or very likely" the US will have another civil war within 10 years. The June 30 YouGov poll surveyed 1,111 adult US citizens, of which 31 per cent said that America will become a fascist dictatorship by 2035. Another 20 per cent think the US will turn communist by then. According to the US Supreme Court, no state can secede from the nation without the consent of all other states in the union. Also Read: Nankai Trough 'megaquake' could kill 300,000 people: Japan acknowledges risk, ramps up measures Other studies have found that more and more Americans are growing frustrated and the government is reaching a critical breaking point. They believe that the country might stop functioning as a democracy within the next 10 years. Cohen noted the feelings of the Americans and wrote, "It seems to me we cannot ignore the risks of the current fissures and fragmentation — the breakdown of a sense of community."

An expert in international political economy from the University of California-Santa Barbara has warned of a civil war in the US. This could happen as soon as 2035. Some people think the US will cease to be a democracy soon.

Expert warns of civil war and a split in US by 2035. THIS state will be first to break away

Nirav Modi's brother, Nehal Modi, has been arrested in the United States based on an extradition request made by India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate. The United States Department of Justice has informed Indian authorities that Nehal Modi, brother of fugitive economic offender Nirav Modi, was arrested by US authorities on July 4. According to reports, the next date for the hearing in the matter is July 17.&nbsp;"The arrest has been made pursuant to an extradition request jointly submitted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)," said the officials.&nbsp;Nehal Modi is expected to seek bail during the hearing. The US prosecutors are expected to oppose his bail.<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/red-corner-notice-against-nirav-modis-brother-remains-valid-cbi-260646/amp">Who is Nehal Modi?</a></h2>Nehal Modi is a Belgian national. He was arrested on the basis of a Red Corner Notice issued by Interpol at the request of the CBI and ED. He had challenged the notice but failed to get it revoked.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/interpol-issues-red-corner-notice-against-fugitive-nirav-modis-brother-nehal-249347">Also read: Interpol issues Red Corner Notice against fugitive Nirav Modi's brother Nehal&nbsp;</a> &nbsp;Nehal Modi is accused of being involved in the Punjab National Bank scam, in which Nirav Modi is the main accused. Nehal Modi allegedly played a role in helping his brother destroy evidence, intimidate witnesses, and obstruct the probe into the scam.&nbsp;He is also accused of laundering black money. He allegedly distributed this money through shell companies. &nbsp;<h2>What are the charges against Nehal Modi?</h2>According to the complaint&nbsp;in the United States, India's&nbsp;extradition proceedings were&nbsp;based on the alleged violation of two laws --&nbsp;Section 3 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, and criminal conspiracy under Sections 120-B and 201 of the Indian Penal Code.&nbsp;Nehal Modi's brother, Nirav Modi, is also facing extradition from the United Kingdom.

Nirav Modi's brother, Nehal Modi, has been arrested in the United States based on an extradition request made by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate. 

Nirav Modi's brother, Nehal Modi, has been arrested in the United States based on an extradition request made by India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate. The United States Department of Justice has informed Indian authorities that Nehal Modi, brother of fugitive economic offender Nirav Modi, was arrested by US authorities on July 4. According to reports, the next date for the hearing in the matter is July 17. "The arrest has been made pursuant to an extradition request jointly submitted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)," said the officials. Nehal Modi is expected to seek bail during the hearing. The US prosecutors are expected to oppose his bail. Who is Nehal Modi? Nehal Modi is a Belgian national. He was arrested on the basis of a Red Corner Notice issued by Interpol at the request of the CBI and ED. He had challenged the notice but failed to get it revoked. Also read: Interpol issues Red Corner Notice against fugitive Nirav Modi's brother Nehal Nehal Modi is accused of being involved in the Punjab National Bank scam, in which Nirav Modi is the main accused. Nehal Modi allegedly played a role in helping his brother destroy evidence, intimidate witnesses, and obstruct the probe into the scam. He is also accused of laundering black money. He allegedly distributed this money through shell companies. What are the charges against Nehal Modi? According to the complaint in the United States, India's extradition proceedings were based on the alleged violation of two laws -- Section 3 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, and criminal conspiracy under Sections 120-B and 201 of the Indian Penal Code. Nehal Modi's brother, Nirav Modi, is also facing extradition from the United Kingdom.

Nehal Modi is expected to seek bail during his next hearing. The US prosecutors are expected to oppose his bail.

Who is Nehal Modi? Why the US authorities arrested Nirav Modi's brother?

Elon Musk once again floats the idea of launching a third party in the US on its Independence Day amid the ongoing feud with US President Donald Trump over 'Big, Beautiful Bill' which was passed in the US House on Wednesday and is now awaiting Trump's signature.Tech giant and 'ex-close buddy' of Trump took to X, saying, "Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system!"He further added a poll on X, along with his post, asking, "Should we create the America Party?"He was hinting at a third party, noting Republican and Democratic parties.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system! Should we create the America Party?&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1941119099532378580?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Earlier, Musk also said that if Trump's 'tax and spending bill' passed, a new political party would be formed in America. In a series of posts, Musk explained how the tax and spending bill will increase the national debt in America. He also claimed that both the political parties - Republicans and Democrats - are just two parties with different names, and neither has done anything to decrease the national debt.Last month, Trump and Musk engaged in a public fallout over their disagreements on the bill.Calling the bill "insane", Musk posted, "If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day. Our country needs an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty so that the people actually have a VOICE.”He added, "Anyone who campaigned on the PROMISE of REDUCING SPENDING, but continues to vote on the BIGGEST DEBT ceiling increase in HISTORY will see their face on this poster in the primary next year."Musk also announced in his post on X, that every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for this bill would “lose their primary next year.”Earlier today, Trump celebrated the victory of the bill passing in the US House and Senate, at a rally called ‘America250’ at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. However, as claimed by Musk, the bill could raise the national debt ceiling in the United States, adding $2.4 to $3 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.&nbsp;

Elon Musk, a close former buddy of Trump,  added a poll on X, along with his post, asking, "Should we create the America Party?" as he hints at launching a third political party on Independence Day. 

Elon Musk once again floats the idea of launching a third party in the US on its Independence Day amid the ongoing feud with US President Donald Trump over 'Big, Beautiful Bill' which was passed in the US House on Wednesday and is now awaiting Trump's signature. Tech giant and 'ex-close buddy' of Trump took to X, saying, "Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system!" He further added a poll on X, along with his post, asking, "Should we create the America Party?" He was hinting at a third party, noting Republican and Democratic parties.

Elon Musk, a close former buddy of Trump, &nbsp;added a poll on X, along with his post, asking, "Should we create the America Party?" as he hints at launching a third political party on Independence Day.&nbsp;

A uniparty system? Elon Musk again floats idea of launching third party on Independence Day amid feud with Trump

The Fourth of July is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States of America every year and marks the American independence from British rule in 1776. Back in the 18th century, America was under colonisation by the British. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document authored by Thomson Jefferson. This year marks the 249th anniversary of US independence. &nbsp;The day stands out as a reminder of the American democratic spirit and is celebrated with great zeal by the citizens.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What actually happened on July 4, 1776?</h2>Before Independence, the United States of America was under British rule. It was in 1776 when the Continental Congress held a meeting at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in which they passed a resolution for independence. Back then, America was divided into 13 colonies ruled by the British. On July 4, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which was largely authored by Thomson Jefferson. It is interesting to note that the resolution was proposed by Richard Henry Lee, the then-Virginia delegate. However, the Congress postponed the vote on Lee’s Resolution to July 2. Though the actual vote for independence took place on July 2, the declaration was adopted two days later. Since then, the 4th of July is celebrated as Independence Day in America. &nbsp;<h2>Significance of US Independence Day&nbsp;</h2>Earlier, the day was marked as an unpaid leave for federal workers. But in 1938, it was marked as paid leave. The day was declared a federal holiday in 1941. Since then, the 4th of July is more than just a holiday for American people. It has become a major day for leisure activities and family reunions, with a symbol of patriotism.&nbsp;US Independence Day is celebrated with great zeal and fervour, and includes fireworks, parades, concerts and barbecues accompanied by ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’, the national anthem of the United States of America.&nbsp;July 4 is the commemoration of the birth of American freedom and symbolises the United States as a sovereign nation. It stands as a powerful reminder of the principles of democracy and freedom. Events such as flag displays and speeches by political leaders highlight the American spirit, self-determination and democratic governance.

The Fourth of July is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States of America every year.  On July 4 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which was largely authored by Thomson Jefferson.

The Fourth of July is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States of America every year and marks the American independence from British rule in 1776. Back in the 18th century, America was under colonisation by the British. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document authored by Thomson Jefferson. This year marks the 249th anniversary of US independence. The day stands out as a reminder of the American democratic spirit and is celebrated with great zeal by the citizens. What actually happened on July 4, 1776? Before Independence, the United States of America was under British rule. It was in 1776 when the Continental Congress held a meeting at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in which they passed a resolution for independence. Back then, America was divided into 13 colonies ruled by the British. On July 4, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which was largely authored by Thomson Jefferson. It is interesting to note that the resolution was proposed by Richard Henry Lee, the then-Virginia delegate. However, the Congress postponed the vote on Lee’s Resolution to July 2. Though the actual vote for independence took place on July 2, the declaration was adopted two days later. Since then, the 4th of July is celebrated as Independence Day in America. Significance of US Independence Day Earlier, the day was marked as an unpaid leave for federal workers. But in 1938, it was marked as paid leave. The day was declared a federal holiday in 1941. Since then, the 4th of July is more than just a holiday for American people. It has become a major day for leisure activities and family reunions, with a symbol of patriotism. US Independence Day is celebrated with great zeal and fervour, and includes fireworks, parades, concerts and barbecues accompanied by ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’, the national anthem of the United States of America. July 4 is the commemoration of the birth of American freedom and symbolises the United States as a sovereign nation. It stands as a powerful reminder of the principles of democracy and freedom. Events such as flag displays and speeches by political leaders highlight the American spirit, self-determination and democratic governance.

The Fourth of July is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States of America every year. &nbsp;On July 4 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which was largely authored by Thomson Jefferson.

US Independence Day 2025: What actually happened on July 4th, 1776 in the USA

It has been hours hours since Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat and minority leader, has been giving his speech in the US House on Thursday, with an aim to delay voting on President Donald Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' on tax and spending. Jeffries has been continuing his marathon speech, opposing Republican's signature legislation carrying Trump's domestic agenda.He even began his speech by saying that he was "planning to take my sweet time” with his speech. Allotted 60 seconds, Jeffries was making use of his prerogative as a leader to stretch his allotted time, and took far longer than that, in a house tradition "magic minute".Trump has earlier said that he wants to sign the bill by July 4. However, Jeffries has no chance of stopping the bill even if he delays the voting.Jeffries in his speech, said, "Republicans are trying to jam this one, big, ugly bill down the throats of the American people,” urging lawmakers to vote against it.Further, the speech mainly focuses on the ramifications of spending cuts to social safety programs, laying out stories of vulnerable Americans who might be affected by its Medicaid cuts.“Leadership requires courage, conviction, compassion — and yet what we have seen from this administration and co-conspirators on the Republican side of the aisle is cruelty, chaos, and corruption,” he said, adding that the bill was “an extraordinary assault on the health care of the American people.”US House Speaker Mike Johnson was likely to address the chamber once Jeffries' speech ends. However, Johnson also has unlimited time, but earlier, he told reporters that he expected his speech would be shorter than Jeffries.'Magic Minute Speech'If democratic leader wants to set a record of a magic minute, he still has to continue for one more hour. Representative Kevin McCarthy of California, then the Republican leader, spoke for more than eight hours to delay a vote on a $2 trillion Democratic bill in 2021.They did this with a motive to strengthen the social safety net and fight climate change.

He even began his speech by saying that he was "planning to take my sweet time” with his speech. Allotted 60 seconds, Jeffries was making use of his prerogative as a leader to stretch his allotted time, and took far longer than that, in a house tradition "magic minute".

It has been hours hours since Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat and minority leader, has been giving his speech in the US House on Thursday, with an aim to delay voting on President Donald Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' on tax and spending. Jeffries has been continuing his marathon speech, opposing Republican's signature legislation carrying Trump's domestic agenda. He even began his speech by saying that he was "planning to take my sweet time” with his speech. Allotted 60 seconds, Jeffries was making use of his prerogative as a leader to stretch his allotted time, and took far longer than that, in a house tradition "magic minute". Trump has earlier said that he wants to sign the bill by July 4. However, Jeffries has no chance of stopping the bill even if he delays the voting. Jeffries in his speech, said, "Republicans are trying to jam this one, big, ugly bill down the throats of the American people,” urging lawmakers to vote against it. Further, the speech mainly focuses on the ramifications of spending cuts to social safety programs, laying out stories of vulnerable Americans who might be affected by its Medicaid cuts. “Leadership requires courage, conviction, compassion — and yet what we have seen from this administration and co-conspirators on the Republican side of the aisle is cruelty, chaos, and corruption,” he said, adding that the bill was “an extraordinary assault on the health care of the American people.” US House Speaker Mike Johnson was likely to address the chamber once Jeffries' speech ends. However, Johnson also has unlimited time, but earlier, he told reporters that he expected his speech would be shorter than Jeffries. 'Magic Minute Speech' If democratic leader wants to set a record of a magic minute, he still has to continue for one more hour. Representative Kevin McCarthy of California, then the Republican leader, spoke for more than eight hours to delay a vote on a $2 trillion Democratic bill in 2021. They did this with a motive to strengthen the social safety net and fight climate change.

He even began his speech by saying that he was "planning to take my sweet time” with his speech. Allotted 60 seconds, Jeffries was making use of his prerogative as a leader to stretch his allotted time, and took far longer than that, in a house tradition "magic minute".

Another 'magic minute' speech? Democratic Leader Jeffries's speech crosses '8 hours', delays vote on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday (July 3) signed a drone deal with an American firm during his visit to Denmark, amid the ongoing war with Russia. This comes after the White House halted the delivery of some air defence interceptors and precision-guided bombs and missiles to Ukraine, citing that US weapons stocks are running low.Ukraine and Denmark reached an agreement on Ukrainian-American cooperation in drone production, including interceptor drones, which Zelensky called "a crystal clear priority.""We have signed an agreement with the robust American company Swift Beat, and it foresees hundreds of thousands of drones this year alone, with the potential to significantly scale up production in the coming year," the Ukrainian president wrote in a post on X.<h2>What does it include?</h2>According to the deal, the US firm will be providing Ukraine with interceptors to destroy enemy drones and missiles, quadcopters for reconnaissance and fire adjustment, and long-range strike drones.These defence equipment will be produced in much greater numbers to help Ukraine achieve its defense goals and protect the lives of Ukrainians, Zelensky said."Today, we will continue our work in Denmark, and on new agreements of this kind — focused on joint production, joint development, and joint defense. I thank everyone who is helping," he added.He further stressed that there are two urgent issues we must resolve now, adding that both are tied to domestic arms production financing in Ukraine. "We hope to reach an understanding with the EU."On Wednesday, the White House after halting the delivery of some air defence interceptors to Ukraine, explained that the decision was taken to put "America's interest first" following a Department of Defense review of US "military support and assistance to other countries".This comes at a time when Ukraine is facing some of the largest missile and drone attacks from Russia since the beginning of the war.

Ukraine and Denmark reached an agreement on Ukrainian-American cooperation in drone production, including interceptor drones, which Zelensky called "a crystal clear priority."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday (July 3) signed a drone deal with an American firm during his visit to Denmark, amid the ongoing war with Russia. This comes after the White House halted the delivery of some air defence interceptors and precision-guided bombs and missiles to Ukraine, citing that US weapons stocks are running low. Ukraine and Denmark reached an agreement on Ukrainian-American cooperation in drone production, including interceptor drones, which Zelensky called "a crystal clear priority." "We have signed an agreement with the robust American company Swift Beat, and it foresees hundreds of thousands of drones this year alone, with the potential to significantly scale up production in the coming year," the Ukrainian president wrote in a post on X. What does it include? According to the deal, the US firm will be providing Ukraine with interceptors to destroy enemy drones and missiles, quadcopters for reconnaissance and fire adjustment, and long-range strike drones. These defence equipment will be produced in much greater numbers to help Ukraine achieve its defense goals and protect the lives of Ukrainians, Zelensky said. "Today, we will continue our work in Denmark, and on new agreements of this kind — focused on joint production, joint development, and joint defense. I thank everyone who is helping," he added. He further stressed that there are two urgent issues we must resolve now, adding that both are tied to domestic arms production financing in Ukraine. "We hope to reach an understanding with the EU." On Wednesday, the White House after halting the delivery of some air defence interceptors to Ukraine, explained that the decision was taken to put "America's interest first" following a Department of Defense review of US "military support and assistance to other countries". This comes at a time when Ukraine is facing some of the largest missile and drone attacks from Russia since the beginning of the war.

Ukraine and Denmark reached an agreement on Ukrainian-American cooperation in drone production, including interceptor drones, which Zelensky called "a crystal clear priority."

'Quadcopters, interceptors and drones': Ukraine signs deal with US firm to fight against Russia's raging war - What all does it include?

A day after reports of Iran suspending cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called it "fake news", saying that Tehran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and has not ended cooperation with the IAEA.In a post on X, Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council."Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with @iaeaorg will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council for obvious safety and security reasons," he wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with <a href="https://twitter.com/iaeaorg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iaeaorg</a> will be channeled through Iran&#39;s… <a href="https://t.co/i1995s6Z6m">https://t.co/i1995s6Z6m</a>&mdash; Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) <a href="https://twitter.com/araghchi/status/1940751516115083395?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This comes a day after state media reported that Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has granted final approval to a law to suspend cooperation with the IAEA. "Masoud Pezeshkian promulgated the law suspending cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency," state TV said.This further follows after the recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities including Esfahan, Fordow, and Natanz, during its 12-day war with Iran.The Iranian foreign minister in his post stressed that the "reality" is, "To Iranians, &nbsp;what truly "sends a devastating message" and destroys "a diplomatic solution" is very obvious."Targeting Germany for its support to Israel during the war, Araghchi continued, "Germany's explicit support for Israel's unlawful attack on Iran, including safeguarded nuclear sites, as "dirty work" carried out on behalf of the West.He added that Germany also shamefully supported the unlawful US attack against Iranian nuclear facilities, which "violated international law, the NPT, and the UN Charter."The foreign minister continued, "Germany's repudiation of its JCPOA commitments by openly demanding "zero enrichment" in Iran."Araghchi responded to the German Foreign Office's post which they shared on Wednesday, stating, "Iran's decision to suspend cooperation with @iaeaorg sends a devastating message: it eliminates any possibility of international oversight of the Iranian nuclear program, which is crucial for a diplomatic solution. #Iran must reverse this decision."Araghchi lambasted that Iranians were already put off by "Germany's Nazi-style backing of Genocide in Gaza, and its support for Sadam’s war on Iran" by providing materials for chemical weapons.He continued to slam Germany for supporting Iran, and said that the explicit German support for the bombing of Iran has "obliterated the notion that the German regime harbors anything but malice towards Iranians."

In a post on X, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

A day after reports of Iran suspending cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called it "fake news", saying that Tehran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and has not ended cooperation with the IAEA. In a post on X, Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council. "Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with @iaeaorg will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council for obvious safety and security reasons," he wrote.

In a post on X, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

'Fake news': Iran denies ending cooperation with IAEA, lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel and US

In one of the biggest missions carried out by America, the US deployed its B-2 Spirit stealth bombers to strike Iranian nuclear facilities after it joined Israel in its war with Iran. The aircraft dropped 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bombs on Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow nuclear sites.This was the first time, B-2 was used in combat in such a high-stake mission. However, the B-2 bombers remain exclusive to the US and are not available for any other country, and cost billions to produce.The B-2 Spirit bomber is not just the most dangerous but also the most expensive jet. According to reports, developing a single B-2 bomber costs around $2 billion, and its price rises further when exported. Moreover, its maintenance also costs thousands of crores of rupees.<h2>Comparing cost breakdown</h2><h3>India's Tejas fighter jet</h3>There is a stark difference in the cost of a a B-2 Spirit bomber and India's indigenous Tejas MK1A fighter jet. The B-2 bomber costs Rs 17,142 crores ($2 billion), while a Tejas MK1A, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), costs somewhere between Rs 600 to Rs 638 crores.With all the calculations, India could produce 28 to 29 Tejas MK1A jets for the price of one B-2 bomber.With a state-of-the-art radar system, India's Tejas MJ1A is a 4 or 4.5-generation ultra-modern fighter aircraft.<h3>America's F-35</h3>Another American fifth-generation aircraft, the F-35 Lightening II, is estimated to be worth $110 million (Rs 942 crore) per unit in the international defence market, according to reports.Similar to the B-2 bomber, the F-35 is a stealth jet designed to evade radar detection. There have been reports of potential sales of F-35 jets to India. However, no such confirmation has been made yet.Moreover, it compared 18 F-35 jets that could be acquired for the cost of one B-2 Spirit bomber.<h3>France's Rafale</h3>The price of the base model of France's Dassault Rafale fighter jet is somewhere near to the F-35. However, 36 Rafale jets which were purchased by India were extremely customised to meet specific targets and the cost of each aircraft was Rs 2,057 crore.&nbsp;

According to reports, developing a single B-2 bomber costs around $2 billion, and its price rises further when exported. Moreover, its maintenance also costs thousands of crores of rupees.

In one of the biggest missions carried out by America, the US deployed its B-2 Spirit stealth bombers to strike Iranian nuclear facilities after it joined Israel in its war with Iran. The aircraft dropped 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bombs on Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow nuclear sites. This was the first time, B-2 was used in combat in such a high-stake mission. However, the B-2 bombers remain exclusive to the US and are not available for any other country, and cost billions to produce. The B-2 Spirit bomber is not just the most dangerous but also the most expensive jet. According to reports, developing a single B-2 bomber costs around $2 billion, and its price rises further when exported. Moreover, its maintenance also costs thousands of crores of rupees. Comparing cost breakdown India's Tejas fighter jet There is a stark difference in the cost of a a B-2 Spirit bomber and India's indigenous Tejas MK1A fighter jet. The B-2 bomber costs Rs 17,142 crores ($2 billion), while a Tejas MK1A, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), costs somewhere between Rs 600 to Rs 638 crores. With all the calculations, India could produce 28 to 29 Tejas MK1A jets for the price of one B-2 bomber. With a state-of-the-art radar system, India's Tejas MJ1A is a 4 or 4.5-generation ultra-modern fighter aircraft. America's F-35 Another American fifth-generation aircraft, the F-35 Lightening II, is estimated to be worth $110 million (Rs 942 crore) per unit in the international defence market, according to reports. Similar to the B-2 bomber, the F-35 is a stealth jet designed to evade radar detection. There have been reports of potential sales of F-35 jets to India. However, no such confirmation has been made yet. Moreover, it compared 18 F-35 jets that could be acquired for the cost of one B-2 Spirit bomber. France's Rafale The price of the base model of France's Dassault Rafale fighter jet is somewhere near to the F-35. However, 36 Rafale jets which were purchased by India were extremely customised to meet specific targets and the cost of each aircraft was Rs 2,057 crore.

According to reports, developing a single B-2 bomber costs around $2 billion, and its price rises further when exported. Moreover, its maintenance also costs thousands of crores of rupees.

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If you're planning a trip to the United States then don’t just stick to the popular cities like New York, Los Angeles or Chicago. The US has many lesser-known places that are equally beautiful and full of charm without the large crowds. Whether you're looking for peaceful nature, rich history or local culture, these hidden gems are worth exploring. &nbsp;&nbsp;

1. St Simons Island, Georgia

St Simons Island, Georgia&nbsp;This island is full of natural beauty with live oak trees, sandy beaches and thick forests. You can visit historic sites like Fort Frederica, ride a bike through trails and can enjoy tasty seafood at local restaurants.&nbsp;

2. Bisbee, Arizona

Bisbee, ArizonaOnce known for its copper mines, Bisbee is now a colorful town filled with artists. With its old-style buildings and creative vibe the town offers beautiful art galleries and lively bars in the Brewery Gulch area.

3. Cumberland Island, Georgia

Cumberland Island, GeorgiaThis peaceful island is home to wild horses, untouched forests and the ruins of the old Dungeness Mansion. It’s ideal for those who love nature and want a quiet getaway. &nbsp;

4. Great Basin National Park, Nevada

Great Basin National Park, NevadaThis lesser known park has a stunning mountain views, ancient pine trees and some of the clearest night skies in the country. Visitors can explore the Lehman Caves and enjoy observe the stars in this Dark Sky Park.

5. Hoh Rainforest, Washington

Hoh Rainforest, Washington Found in Olympic National Park this rainforest is full of green plants, moss-covered trees and wildlife.&nbsp;

6. Portland, Maine

Portland, Maine This coastal city is known for its cobbled streets, art galleries and delicious seafood, especially lobster. Take a walk in the Old Port district or cruise to nearby islands.

7. Savannah, Georgia

Savannah, Georgia With old mansions, oak-lined streets and beautiful parks, Savannah feels like a storybook. The city also has great food and a strong art and music culture.

8. Boulder, Colorado

Boulder, Colorado Set near the Rocky Mountains, Boulder is perfect for hiking, biking and enjoying nature. Its lively downtown offers great shopping, food and cultural events.

9. Door County, Wisconsin

Door County, Wisconsin This area is famous for cherry orchards, lake views and cute small towns. Enjoy lighthouses, boat rides and homemade cherry pie. &nbsp;

10. Assateague Island, Maryland

Assateague Island, Maryland Known for its wild ponies, this island also offers beaches, marshes and trails for biking. It’s a peaceful spot to enjoy nature and watch wildlife.

If you're planning a trip to the United States then don’t just stick to the popular cities like New York, Los Angeles or Chicago. Whether you're looking for peaceful nature, rich history or local culture, these hidden gems are worth exploring.

If you're planning a trip to the United States then don’t just stick to the popular cities like New York, Los Angeles or Chicago. The US has many lesser-known places that are equally beautiful and full of charm without the large crowds. Whether you're looking for peaceful nature, rich history or local culture, these hidden gems are worth exploring.

If you're planning a trip to the United States then don’t just stick to the popular cities like New York, Los Angeles or Chicago. Whether you're looking for peaceful nature, rich history or local culture, these hidden gems are worth exploring.

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US President Donald Trump on Friday (June 27) said that the US will reach a deal with India, adding that his administration will be sending letters very quickly to most countries for the deal. Trump was speaking at the media briefing at the White House, discussing several pressing issues.The US president said that a "full trade barrier dropping", while talking about the India-US trade deal."India...we will reach a deal. We will be going to have a &nbsp;full trade barrier dropping," he said, adding, "I am not sure this will be all happening ...but we are going to wait for it."While talking about the deal with China and the UK, the US president said that it is through and the administration will "send letters very quickly to most countries for the deal."Earlier on Thursday, Trump said a "very big" trade deal with India could be on the cards. This comes days after Trump signed a new agreement with China.Speaking at the “Big Beautiful Bill” event at the White House, Trump said the US was “going to open up India,” further hinting at significant progress in a trade agreement."Everybody wants to make a deal and have a part of it. Remember a few months ago, the press was saying, 'You really have anybody of any interest? Well, we just signed with China yesterday. We are having some great deals. We have one coming up, maybe with India. Very big one. Where we're going to open up India, in the China deal, we are starting to open up China," he said.This comes as a senior-level Indian delegation, led by Chief negotiator Rajesh Agarwal, reached Washington to hold discussions on the possible trade deal.The US has been raising concerns over high tariffs by India on automobiles and agriculture products apart from other barriers to trade. Moreover, the discussions are also focused on reducing sector specific tariffs on steel, aluminium and auto parts.&nbsp;

While talking about the deal with China and the UK, the US president said that it is through and the administration will "send letters very quickly to most countries for the deal."

US President Donald Trump on Friday (June 27) said that the US will reach a deal with India, adding that his administration will be sending letters very quickly to most countries for the deal. Trump was speaking at the media briefing at the White House, discussing several pressing issues. The US president said that a "full trade barrier dropping", while talking about the India-US trade deal. "India...we will reach a deal. We will be going to have a full trade barrier dropping," he said, adding, "I am not sure this will be all happening ...but we are going to wait for it." While talking about the deal with China and the UK, the US president said that it is through and the administration will "send letters very quickly to most countries for the deal." Earlier on Thursday, Trump said a "very big" trade deal with India could be on the cards. This comes days after Trump signed a new agreement with China. Speaking at the “Big Beautiful Bill” event at the White House, Trump said the US was “going to open up India,” further hinting at significant progress in a trade agreement. "Everybody wants to make a deal and have a part of it. Remember a few months ago, the press was saying, 'You really have anybody of any interest? Well, we just signed with China yesterday. We are having some great deals. We have one coming up, maybe with India. Very big one. Where we're going to open up India, in the China deal, we are starting to open up China," he said. This comes as a senior-level Indian delegation, led by Chief negotiator Rajesh Agarwal, reached Washington to hold discussions on the possible trade deal. The US has been raising concerns over high tariffs by India on automobiles and agriculture products apart from other barriers to trade. Moreover, the discussions are also focused on reducing sector specific tariffs on steel, aluminium and auto parts.

While talking about the deal with China and the UK, the US president said that it is through and the administration will "send letters very quickly to most countries for the deal."

'Full trade barrier dropping': Trump says will reach a trade deal with India as Indian delegation reaches Washington

India has repeatedly rejected the establishment of foreign military bases on its soil, including those of the United States of America, despite their growing defence partnership. This position stems from India’s longstanding commitment to strategic autonomy, a doctrine rooted in its post-colonial experience and non-aligned foreign policy. From Nehru to Modi, Indian leaders have maintained a clear stance that sovereignty must not be diluted by the permanent presence of foreign troops, regardless of diplomatic ties or logistical agreements. Unlike other smaller nations that accept US bases for added security, India views such arrangements as incompatible with its military self-sufficiency.<h2>India's military capability</h2>India’s military capabilities, ranging from nuclear deterrence to a large standing army and expanding naval and cyber assets, provide sufficient strategic depth. Instead of hosting foreign bases, India has opted for defence cooperation through limited-access agreements. Deals like LEMOA allow the US to refuel and restock at Indian facilities during joint operations or emergencies, but they do not permit basing rights. This arrangement further enables operational collaboration without compromising sovereignty.&nbsp;Hosting a US base in the country would also carry regional consequences, including potential friction with China and Russia. Moreover, several historical incidents, from the US Navy’s 7th Fleet sailing toward India in the 1971 liberation war to American opposition to India’s nuclear programme, might have fostered a cautious attitude in New Delhi toward US military intentions.<h2>Risks, Ramifications, and Alternative Pathways</h2>The absence of US bases in India is not merely a reflection of India’s position, but it also suits our current US strategic requirements. With extensive facilities in Diego Garcia, Qatar, Japan, and Singapore, the Pentagon has ample reach across the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions. From India’s perspective, allowing a base would invite geopolitical liabilities without tangible strategic gains. The recent missile strike on Al Udeid base in Qatar, during the Israel-Iran conflict, highlights the risks of becoming a target by hosting foreign forces. India seeks to avoid being drawn into conflicts unrelated to its national interest.Despite having closer ties through QUAD and joint military exercises like Malabar, New Delhi remains cautious. The concerns over potential disruption to long-standing partnerships, especially with Russia and past US policy decisions further strengthen India’s reluctance. In short, India’s refusal to host US military bases is a deliberate, calculated policy choice, and not an oversight or gap in the bilateral relationship.&nbsp;

With extensive facilities in Diego Garcia, Qatar, Japan, and Singapore, the Pentagon has ample reach across the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions. 

India has repeatedly rejected the establishment of foreign military bases on its soil, including those of the United States of America, despite their growing defence partnership. This position stems from India’s longstanding commitment to strategic autonomy, a doctrine rooted in its post-colonial experience and non-aligned foreign policy. From Nehru to Modi, Indian leaders have maintained a clear stance that sovereignty must not be diluted by the permanent presence of foreign troops, regardless of diplomatic ties or logistical agreements. Unlike other smaller nations that accept US bases for added security, India views such arrangements as incompatible with its military self-sufficiency. India's military capability India’s military capabilities, ranging from nuclear deterrence to a large standing army and expanding naval and cyber assets, provide sufficient strategic depth. Instead of hosting foreign bases, India has opted for defence cooperation through limited-access agreements. Deals like LEMOA allow the US to refuel and restock at Indian facilities during joint operations or emergencies, but they do not permit basing rights. This arrangement further enables operational collaboration without compromising sovereignty. Hosting a US base in the country would also carry regional consequences, including potential friction with China and Russia. Moreover, several historical incidents, from the US Navy’s 7th Fleet sailing toward India in the 1971 liberation war to American opposition to India’s nuclear programme, might have fostered a cautious attitude in New Delhi toward US military intentions. Risks, Ramifications, and Alternative Pathways The absence of US bases in India is not merely a reflection of India’s position, but it also suits our current US strategic requirements. With extensive facilities in Diego Garcia, Qatar, Japan, and Singapore, the Pentagon has ample reach across the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions. From India’s perspective, allowing a base would invite geopolitical liabilities without tangible strategic gains. The recent missile strike on Al Udeid base in Qatar, during the Israel-Iran conflict, highlights the risks of becoming a target by hosting foreign forces. India seeks to avoid being drawn into conflicts unrelated to its national interest. Despite having closer ties through QUAD and joint military exercises like Malabar, New Delhi remains cautious. The concerns over potential disruption to long-standing partnerships, especially with Russia and past US policy decisions further strengthen India’s reluctance. In short, India’s refusal to host US military bases is a deliberate, calculated policy choice, and not an oversight or gap in the bilateral relationship.

With extensive facilities in Diego Garcia, Qatar, Japan, and Singapore, the Pentagon has ample reach across the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions.&nbsp;

No boots allowed: Why India refuses US military bases on its soil despite strategic ties

Elliot Rosenberg is one of the few people who shuns the norm. While most people dream of moving to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/us">The United States of America</a>, Rosenberg walked in the opposite direction.&nbsp;
Traveling to India transformed Rosenberg's life. He transformed himself from someone who didn&rsquo;t speak a word of Hindi into a businessman that operated in the language seamlessly. The unstructured nature of India motivated Rosenberg to build a career, develop an idealistic outlook on life, and ultimately, fall in love.
So why would someone attempt to exchange comfort for discomfort? And what could have possessed him to change his life from an exploration journey to residing in a nation so different from his homeland? The answer lies in the journey of Elliot Rosenberg, an American who chose to settle down in India.
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What started as a tourist visit turned into a life-changing decision. For many, the American Dream represents success and stability, but for Elliot Rosenberg, it became a costly pursuit. Skyrocketing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/inflation">inflation</a>, rising living expenses, and an increasingly competitive work culture pushed him to seek an alternative&mdash;one that led him 8,000 miles away to India.&nbsp;
Elliot had built a promising career in the US, but financial pressures made it difficult to enjoy life to the fullest. Inflation was eating into his earnings, and even basic necessities came with hefty price tags. Housing, healthcare, and daily expenses kept climbing, making it harder to save or invest in personal ventures.
In contrast, India offered a refreshing change. Here, Elliot found that he could maintain a high-quality lifestyle at a fraction of the cost. Settling in Goa, he and his wife, Vrinda, live comfortably on just ₹1 lakh (about $1,200) per month&mdash;an amount that barely covers rent in many American cities. In India, however, this budget allows for a spacious home, great food, and a balanced work-life dynamic, something he rarely experienced in the US.
"I came to India in 2015 as a tourist, actually thinking that I would start a business here but my home is in India now," Elliot said with a smile.
In an exclusive interview with WION, Elliot Rosenberg opened up on what prompted him to move to India, how he embraced the Indian culture, his business venture and much more.
Elliot's academic journey began at the University of Virginia, where he pursued a degree in commerce with a secondary focus on&nbsp; Latin American studies. However, his true passion lay in entrepreneurship. Early on, he founded an online marketplace that connected travellers with homestays in Brazil&rsquo;s favelas. Having spent time in these communities, he saw beyond the often-negative media portrayals and recognised the warmth and potential within them.
Here's a look at his viral LinkedIn post:
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Elliot's website link: <a href="https://www.stratystravel.com/" rel="dofollow">stratystravel.com</a>
His experiences in Brazil shaped his perspective on business and impact. Instead of simply pursuing profit, he wanted his ventures to create meaningful change. After graduating, he booked a one-way ticket to Brazil, eager to immerse himself in its culture and economy. Yet, life had other plans, leading him far beyond South America.
<h2>The Indian chapter&nbsp;</h2>
In 2015, Elliot arrived in India as a tourist with a keen interest in exploring business opportunities. He had read about the country&rsquo;s potential for social enterprises but soon realised that understanding India required more than just theoretical knowledge. The complexities of its diverse culture, languages, and business landscape were overwhelming at first, but he was determined to find his place.
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A turning point came in 2016 when he joined Awaz.de, a social impact start-up, as the head of sales. This role allowed him to engage with India's grassroots realities while honing his business acumen in an entirely new environment. Over time, India was no longer just a place of work&mdash;it became home.
<h2>Immersing in culture</h2>
Adapting to a new country is never easy, but Elliot embraced the challenge. Learning Hindi was one of his first steps, although he admits that fluency remains elusive. However, his appreciation for India&rsquo;s cultural depth continued to grow. He explored its traditions, festivals, and social dynamics, gaining a deeper understanding of the country beyond the business sphere.
Amid this journey, Elliot met Vrinda&mdash;a former corporate lawyer turned yoga teacher&mdash;on a dating app during the pandemic. Their connection was instant, and together, they explored different parts of India before eventually settling in Goa. Their journey together reflects the balance between personal and professional transformation that Elliot has sought throughout his life.
Today, Elliot runs his own business, specialising in helping clients in the US optimise their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/credit-card">credit card</a> rewards for luxury travel. Yet, his mission extends beyond personal success. He is committed to creating opportunities for young Indian graduates, particularly those from non-premier institutes, proving that talent exists beyond traditional elite networks.
"My last business that failed in India was looking to train or was helping to train and place freshers from tier two, tier three colleges in India and place them in knowledge worker roles."
"I hope that I can continue that mission in a different way by employing freshers myself directly," he added.
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His vision is not just to build a profitable business but to empower fresh talent and encourage other companies to recognize India's vast human potential. His experiences&mdash;whether in the favelas of Brazil or the start-up hubs of India&mdash;have shaped his belief that real impact comes from providing opportunities where they are often overlooked.
His journey proves that sometimes, happiness isn&rsquo;t found in where you start but in where you choose to build your future.

Trending, India News, World: Elliot transformed himself from someone who didn’t speak a word of Hindi into a businessman that operated in the language seamlessly

Elliot Rosenberg is one of the few people who shuns the norm. While most people dream of moving to The United States of America, Rosenberg walked in the opposite direction. Traveling to India transformed Rosenberg's life. He transformed himself from someone who didn’t speak a word of Hindi into a businessman that operated in the language seamlessly. The unstructured nature of India motivated Rosenberg to build a career, develop an idealistic outlook on life, and ultimately, fall in love. So why would someone attempt to exchange comfort for discomfort? And what could have possessed him to change his life from an exploration journey to residing in a nation so different from his homeland? The answer lies in the journey of Elliot Rosenberg, an American who chose to settle down in India. Also Read: India's Met Department warns of 'double heatwave'. What is it? What started as a tourist visit turned into a life-changing decision. For many, the American Dream represents success and stability, but for Elliot Rosenberg, it became a costly pursuit. Skyrocketing inflation, rising living expenses, and an increasingly competitive work culture pushed him to seek an alternative—one that led him 8,000 miles away to India. Elliot had built a promising career in the US, but financial pressures made it difficult to enjoy life to the fullest. Inflation was eating into his earnings, and even basic necessities came with hefty price tags. Housing, healthcare, and daily expenses kept climbing, making it harder to save or invest in personal ventures. In contrast, India offered a refreshing change. Here, Elliot found that he could maintain a high-quality lifestyle at a fraction of the cost. Settling in Goa, he and his wife, Vrinda, live comfortably on just ₹1 lakh (about $1,200) per month—an amount that barely covers rent in many American cities. In India, however, this budget allows for a spacious home, great food, and a balanced work-life dynamic, something he rarely experienced in the US. "I came to India in 2015 as a tourist, actually thinking that I would start a business here but my home is in India now," Elliot said with a smile. In an exclusive interview with WION, Elliot Rosenberg opened up on what prompted him to move to India, how he embraced the Indian culture, his business venture and much more. Elliot's academic journey began at the University of Virginia, where he pursued a degree in commerce with a secondary focus on Latin American studies. However, his true passion lay in entrepreneurship. Early on, he founded an online marketplace that connected travellers with homestays in Brazil’s favelas. Having spent time in these communities, he saw beyond the often-negative media portrayals and recognised the warmth and potential within them. Here's a look at his viral LinkedIn post: Elliot's website link: stratystravel.com His experiences in Brazil shaped his perspective on business and impact. Instead of simply pursuing profit, he wanted his ventures to create meaningful change. After graduating, he booked a one-way ticket to Brazil, eager to immerse himself in its culture and economy. Yet, life had other plans, leading him far beyond South America. The Indian chapter In 2015, Elliot arrived in India as a tourist with a keen interest in exploring business opportunities. He had read about the country’s potential for social enterprises but soon realised that understanding India required more than just theoretical knowledge. The complexities of its diverse culture, languages, and business landscape were overwhelming at first, but he was determined to find his place. Also Read: Is a 'dinosaur' wading in the swamps of Congo? Here's the truth A turning point came in 2016 when he joined Awaz.de, a social impact start-up, as the head of sales. This role allowed him to engage with India's grassroots realities while honing his business acumen in an entirely new environment. Over time, India was no longer just a place of work—it became home. Immersing in culture Adapting to a new country is never easy, but Elliot embraced the challenge. Learning Hindi was one of his first steps, although he admits that fluency remains elusive. However, his appreciation for India’s cultural depth continued to grow. He explored its traditions, festivals, and social dynamics, gaining a deeper understanding of the country beyond the business sphere. Amid this journey, Elliot met Vrinda—a former corporate lawyer turned yoga teacher—on a dating app during the pandemic. Their connection was instant, and together, they explored different parts of India before eventually settling in Goa. Their journey together reflects the balance between personal and professional transformation that Elliot has sought throughout his life. Today, Elliot runs his own business, specialising in helping clients in the US optimise their credit card rewards for luxury travel. Yet, his mission extends beyond personal success. He is committed to creating opportunities for young Indian graduates, particularly those from non-premier institutes, proving that talent exists beyond traditional elite networks. "My last business that failed in India was looking to train or was helping to train and place freshers from tier two, tier three colleges in India and place them in knowledge worker roles." "I hope that I can continue that mission in a different way by employing freshers myself directly," he added. Also Read: 'How does she buy a Rolex?' Kristi Noem wears '$60k watch' during her visit to Venezuelan prisoners, internet reacts His vision is not just to build a profitable business but to empower fresh talent and encourage other companies to recognize India's vast human potential. His experiences—whether in the favelas of Brazil or the start-up hubs of India—have shaped his belief that real impact comes from providing opportunities where they are often overlooked. His journey proves that sometimes, happiness isn’t found in where you start but in where you choose to build your future.

WION Exclusive | Leaving the American dream for an Indian reality: Why Elliot Rosenberg made India his home

The United States got its lowest ranking ever in the World Happiness Report 2025. According to the United Nations-sponsored report published on Thursday (March 20), the US is ranked 24th in the list due to one main reason: the growth in the number of Americans eating their meals alone.&nbsp; Finland ranked first as the world&rsquo;s happiest country for the eighth straight year in the World Happiness Report due to its big lakes and smooth welfare system, which lift people's mood.&nbsp;
For the first time, Mexico ranked 6th, and Costa Rica ranked 10th in the list, coming within the top 10. Afghanistan is ranked as the unhappiest country of the world due to its humanitarian catastrophe since the Taliban's takeover in 2020.
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The United States is positioned in 24th place, its lowest rank since the first report was launched in 2012 when it had recorded its highest showing at number 11.&ldquo;The number of people dining alone in the United States has increased 53 per cent over the past two decades,&rdquo; the report said.
It highlighted that shared meal time is connected with well-being. Another reason contributing to America's fall in the rankings was &ldquo;the growth in political polarisation and votes against 'the system'.&rdquo;&nbsp;
<h2>Details of the report</h2>
The report said, &ldquo;The increasing number of people who eat alone is one reason for declining well-being in the United States.&rdquo;
In the year 2023, around one in four Americans surveyed said they ate all their meals alone.
It also observed that the United States was one of few developed countries to see a growth in suicide or substance abuse at a time when those deaths are less in other countries.
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The report surveyed people worldwide in 2022-2024, before US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s return to the White House. Among the 10 happiest, Nordic countries shone bright, with Denmark, Iceland and Sweden following Finland in the list.
The happiness positions are derived on a three-year average of individuals&rsquo; self-assessed evaluations of life satisfaction, as well as social support, GDP per capita, healthy life expectancy, generosity, freedom, and political corruption.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Discover why the US ranks 24th in the World Happiness Report, with a focus on the rise of Americans eating alone and its impact on national well-being.

The United States got its lowest ranking ever in the World Happiness Report 2025. According to the United Nations-sponsored report published on Thursday (March 20), the US is ranked 24th in the list due to one main reason: the growth in the number of Americans eating their meals alone. Finland ranked first as the world’s happiest country for the eighth straight year in the World Happiness Report due to its big lakes and smooth welfare system, which lift people's mood. For the first time, Mexico ranked 6th, and Costa Rica ranked 10th in the list, coming within the top 10. Afghanistan is ranked as the unhappiest country of the world due to its humanitarian catastrophe since the Taliban's takeover in 2020. Also read |Who is DJ Daniel? Trump appoints 13-year-old cancer survivor as United States Secret Service agent. The United States is positioned in 24th place, its lowest rank since the first report was launched in 2012 when it had recorded its highest showing at number 11.“The number of people dining alone in the United States has increased 53 per cent over the past two decades,” the report said. It highlighted that shared meal time is connected with well-being. Another reason contributing to America's fall in the rankings was “the growth in political polarisation and votes against 'the system'.” Details of the report The report said, “The increasing number of people who eat alone is one reason for declining well-being in the United States.” In the year 2023, around one in four Americans surveyed said they ate all their meals alone. It also observed that the United States was one of few developed countries to see a growth in suicide or substance abuse at a time when those deaths are less in other countries. Also read | Watch: As Trump pulls a chair for Netanyahu, netizens ask 'Who's president of United States?' The report surveyed people worldwide in 2022-2024, before US President Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Among the 10 happiest, Nordic countries shone bright, with Denmark, Iceland and Sweden following Finland in the list. The happiness positions are derived on a three-year average of individuals’ self-assessed evaluations of life satisfaction, as well as social support, GDP per capita, healthy life expectancy, generosity, freedom, and political corruption. (With inputs from agencies)

Why are Americans unhappy? THIS is the reason, according to World Happiness Report

Russian President Vladimir Putin allegedly made US President Donald Trump wait for an hour for the phone call, after which they eventually agreed on a limited ceasefire in Ukraine, according to a report.&nbsp;
Just before the call with Trump on Tuesday (Mar 18), Putin was at an annual event with businessmen in Moscow. The call was arranged between 4 PM and 6 PM Russian time. &nbsp;
After some time, the host of the event reminded Putin that he was getting late for the call with the US president, said the report.
Putin was captured staring and smirking, according to the report.&nbsp;
Eventually, he reached late at the Kremlin for the call.
This alleged 'delay tactic' incident went viral on social media.
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Making leaders wait is an old Putin power play. But, this is a pretty brutal. Putin is publicly mocking Trump. <a href="https://t.co/FK1ahLbxQI">https://t.co/FK1ahLbxQI</a>
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The two presidents ultimately talked for more than an hour over phone.
Putin rejected a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that the US president and his team had asked for, according to a Bloomberg report. Still, he agreed to limit the attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
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<h2>Internet reaction: Deliberate power move by Putin?</h2>
The footage is creating quite a buzz on social media, with many commenting it was a deliberate &ldquo;power move&rdquo; of Putin. One user wrote, "Putin also has a Masters in theatrics. He is from an old Soviet school. Brutal indeed!"
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Putin also has a Masters in theatrics . He is from old Soviet school . Brutal indeed !
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&ldquo;Making leaders wait is an old Putin power play. But this is pretty brutal,&rdquo; another X user commented.
Some called it a psychological warfare. &ldquo;This is KGB-level psychological warfare&mdash;Putin knows Trump is desperate for his approval, so he makes him wait like an obedient lapdog,&rdquo; wrote one X user.
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BREAKING TRUMP: PUTIN JUST HUMILIATED TRUMP&mdash;LEFT HIM WAITING LIKE A DOG 🚨 While speaking to a room full of Russian oligarchs, Putin was asked if he&rsquo;d be late to meet Trump. He just laughed. This is KGB-level psychological warfare&mdash;Putin knows Trump is desperate for his&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/hbKHYN4fyX">pic.twitter.com/hbKHYN4fyX</a>
&mdash; Mario 🇺🇸🇵🇱🇺🇦🇪🇺 (@PawlowskiMario) <a href="https://twitter.com/PawlowskiMario/status/1902014933727850781?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2025</a></blockquote>

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World: Trending: Discover the buzz as Russian President Putin allegedly keeps Trump waiting over an hour, sparking rumors of a classic power play, making headlines worldwide.

Russian President Vladimir Putin allegedly made US President Donald Trump wait for an hour for the phone call, after which they eventually agreed on a limited ceasefire in Ukraine, according to a report. Just before the call with Trump on Tuesday (Mar 18), Putin was at an annual event with businessmen in Moscow. The call was arranged between 4 PM and 6 PM Russian time. After some time, the host of the event reminded Putin that he was getting late for the call with the US president, said the report. Putin was captured staring and smirking, according to the report. Eventually, he reached late at the Kremlin for the call. This alleged 'delay tactic' incident went viral on social media. Making leaders wait is an old Putin power play. But, this is a pretty brutal. Putin is publicly mocking Trump. https://t.co/FK1ahLbxQI — Brett Bruen (@BrettBruen) March 18, 2025 Also, read | Vladimir Putin showing signs of 'mini-stroke,' claims his former speechwriter. Is the Russian president sick? The two presidents ultimately talked for more than an hour over phone. Putin rejected a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that the US president and his team had asked for, according to a Bloomberg report. Still, he agreed to limit the attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Also, read | US federal judge suspends ban on transgender people in the military, says Trump ban 'soaked in animus' Internet reaction: Deliberate power move by Putin? The footage is creating quite a buzz on social media, with many commenting it was a deliberate “power move” of Putin. One user wrote, "Putin also has a Masters in theatrics. He is from an old Soviet school. Brutal indeed!" Putin also has a Masters in theatrics . He is from old Soviet school . Brutal indeed ! — News & Views (@Shalimartowns) March 19, 2025 “Making leaders wait is an old Putin power play. But this is pretty brutal,” another X user commented. Some called it a psychological warfare. “This is KGB-level psychological warfare—Putin knows Trump is desperate for his approval, so he makes him wait like an obedient lapdog,” wrote one X user. BREAKING TRUMP: PUTIN JUST HUMILIATED TRUMP—LEFT HIM WAITING LIKE A DOG 🚨 While speaking to a room full of Russian oligarchs, Putin was asked if he’d be late to meet Trump. He just laughed. This is KGB-level psychological warfare—Putin knows Trump is desperate for his… pic.twitter.com/hbKHYN4fyX — Mario 🇺🇸🇵🇱🇺🇦🇪🇺 (@PawlowskiMario) March 18, 2025

Did Putin mock Trump'? Russian president kept him waiting for phone call for over an hour - Report

In the United States, in Webster, two New York men were arrested after their pit bulls (pet dogs) namely 'Chocolate Chip' and 'Salami Mami' attacked Massachusetts officers during a drug raid. A viral camera footage of pit bull dogs attacking police went viral on social media. The video shows the two dogs brutally barking and biting the cops.
During this incident, the police were investigating an alleged drug business inside Mr. Exotix's snack shop. Webster cops expressed they faced "resistance" from two men who were the owners of the dogs inside the store in addition to the attack.
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As per the New York Post report, the two men were identified as Gabriel Blandino, 30, of Bronx, and Jeffrey Salley, 35, of Yonkers. On March 5, they faced a raid and were charged with an alleged drug possession case in the Webster snack shop.
<h2>Police Chief Remarks</h2>
Based on the US news station, WFXT-TV News, four cops were injured and three sent to the hospital. Police Chief Michael Shaw of Webster said to the news outlet, "What angers me more about this is the fact that this was a commercial establishment that was openly distributing narcotics."
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Shaw further added, "What angers me even more is the resistance the officers encountered by the males inside, and then the two pit bulls attacking them as they attempted to secure the individuals and the scene.&rdquo;&nbsp;
He appreciated the cops, saying "I applaud the officers for their restraint. One officer needed 11 stitches in his left."
The whole event took place in the evening on March 5, when police operated a search warrant with the FBI, and investigated under-the-counter drug sales. &nbsp;
After the attack by the dogs, police charged Jeffrey with possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, obstruction of justice and possession of a stun gun. On the other hand, Blandino was charged with drug operation and gun possession charges.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trending: Witness the shocking viral footage of pit bulls attacking police during a drug raid in Webster, New York, leading to arrests and hospitalizations of officers.

In the United States, in Webster, two New York men were arrested after their pit bulls (pet dogs) namely 'Chocolate Chip' and 'Salami Mami' attacked Massachusetts officers during a drug raid. A viral camera footage of pit bull dogs attacking police went viral on social media. The video shows the two dogs brutally barking and biting the cops. During this incident, the police were investigating an alleged drug business inside Mr. Exotix's snack shop. Webster cops expressed they faced "resistance" from two men who were the owners of the dogs inside the store in addition to the attack. Also read | Massachusetts rape suspect who led LA police on pursuit, captured after a long chase As per the New York Post report, the two men were identified as Gabriel Blandino, 30, of Bronx, and Jeffrey Salley, 35, of Yonkers. On March 5, they faced a raid and were charged with an alleged drug possession case in the Webster snack shop. Police Chief Remarks Based on the US news station, WFXT-TV News, four cops were injured and three sent to the hospital. Police Chief Michael Shaw of Webster said to the news outlet, "What angers me more about this is the fact that this was a commercial establishment that was openly distributing narcotics." Also read | Massachusetts US Presidential Election 2024: Voting, Result info, Candidates and all you need to know Shaw further added, "What angers me even more is the resistance the officers encountered by the males inside, and then the two pit bulls attacking them as they attempted to secure the individuals and the scene.” He appreciated the cops, saying "I applaud the officers for their restraint. One officer needed 11 stitches in his left." The whole event took place in the evening on March 5, when police operated a search warrant with the FBI, and investigated under-the-counter drug sales. After the attack by the dogs, police charged Jeffrey with possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, obstruction of justice and possession of a stun gun. On the other hand, Blandino was charged with drug operation and gun possession charges. (With inputs from agencies)

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The people who are talking about extraterrestrial life and UFO's this time round aren't some crazy conspiracy theorists. But members of a Congressional Committee in the United States of America. And the ones who are making the claims aren't some chaps with a bee in the bonnet. But two former navy fighter pilots, and a retired former intelligence officer. So what proof is being furnished to drive home the claim about UFO's? Mohammed Saleh explores.

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In response to India's announcement of a ban on the export of non-basmati rice, a surge in panic buying of rice has been witnessed in departmental stores across the United States. Watch this to know more.

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The number of homeless people in New York City (NYC) shelters surpassed a record-high 100,000, sparking concerns on US&nbsp;local governments' handling of the homeless population, US&nbsp;media reported. 
 
According to a New York Times (NYT) report, city officials said on Wednesday that, spurred by an influx of migrants from the US&nbsp;southern border, there are now over 100,000 people in homeless shelters for the first time in history. 
 
The number of migrants in shelters passed 50,000 a few days earlier. And among the 50,000, more than two-thirds are families with children, the NYT cited the city's deputy mayor. 
 
The city said it has spent over a billion dollars to house the migrants since they started arriving in large numbers in the spring of 2022, and the figure is expected to rise to over four billion dollars by next year.

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However, the New York Post said that according to a comptroller's report released on Wednesday, among the 2,308 homeless people present during the NYC sweep between March 21, 2022, and November 30, 2022, only three people landed in permanent housing, and nearly 95 per cent of them didn't even go to a shelter. 
 
The comptroller also said about a third of the homeless encampment sites popped back after being cleaned up by municipal workers. 
 
For the homeless in Los Angeles, the situation is also gloomy. 
 
The TV station ABC7 on Wednesday reported that a leaked email of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said homeless people living at a West Hills encampment "will be arrested and all their belongings will be taken away by sanitation". 
 
The LAPD has been condemned by the public, and their planned cleanup on Thursday had been postponed after the internal email leak.

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The number of homeless people in New York City (NYC) shelters surpassed a record-high 100,000, sparking concerns on US local governments' handling of the homeless population, US media reported.

The number of homeless people in New York City (NYC) shelters surpassed a record-high 100,000, sparking concerns on US local governments' handling of the homeless population, US media reported. According to a New York Times (NYT) report, city officials said on Wednesday that, spurred by an influx of migrants from the US southern border, there are now over 100,000 people in homeless shelters for the first time in history. The number of migrants in shelters passed 50,000 a few days earlier. And among the 50,000, more than two-thirds are families with children, the NYT cited the city's deputy mayor. The city said it has spent over a billion dollars to house the migrants since they started arriving in large numbers in the spring of 2022, and the figure is expected to rise to over four billion dollars by next year. Also read | Canada wildfire smoke to cloud New York skies again: Governor However, the New York Post said that according to a comptroller's report released on Wednesday, among the 2,308 homeless people present during the NYC sweep between March 21, 2022, and November 30, 2022, only three people landed in permanent housing, and nearly 95 per cent of them didn't even go to a shelter. The comptroller also said about a third of the homeless encampment sites popped back after being cleaned up by municipal workers. For the homeless in Los Angeles, the situation is also gloomy. The TV station ABC7 on Wednesday reported that a leaked email of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said homeless people living at a West Hills encampment "will be arrested and all their belongings will be taken away by sanitation". The LAPD has been condemned by the public, and their planned cleanup on Thursday had been postponed after the internal email leak. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Two days after the Taliban banned female students from university, dozens of women are now raising their voices against the administration and are demanding their right to education. A group of women marched near Kabul University chanting 'either everyone or no one' and 'one for all'.

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