A coalition of Indian American and Hindu diaspora groups has condemned New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for alleged "Hinduphobic actions and statements." The organizations accused Mamdani of promoting bigotry and bias, citing his rhetoric on issues like the CAA and his response to temple attacks. They questioned his ability to represent the Hindu community in good faith.
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GOSI will advance November 2025 pension payments to Thursday, October 30th, due to the usual November 1st date falling on a weekend. Retirees need no action as deposits are automatic. GOSI also denied social media rumors of an 800-SAR one-off increase, urging reliance on official channels.
The UAE Central Bank has lowered its base rate on overnight deposits by 25 basis points to 3.90%, following the US Federal Reserve’s latest rate cut. This marks the UAE’s second reduction this year and its lowest level since 2022. The move aims to ease borrowing costs, support growth, and maintain stability under the dollar peg.
President Trump has dismissed all six members of the Commission of Fine Arts, an advisory body on design and aesthetics in Washington D.C. This move comes as Trump pushes for ambitious construction projects, including a new White House ballroom and a triumphal arch. The firings, communicated via email, affect Biden appointees and signal Trump's intent to reshape the capital's landscape.