For decades, Indian-American success stories followed a predictable script: study hard, stay quiet, become a doctor, maybe build an app, and always say thank you. Kash Patel took that script, lit it on fire, and walked into the FBI wearing sunglasses and sacred threads — chanting “Jai Shree Krishna” while rewriting the rules of power in Washington.
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US stocks plummeted following Donald Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all experiencing significant declines. Technology stocks like Tesla, Nvidia, and Amazon led the downturn. The US dollar weakened, while gold prices surged. Concerns over inflation and Trump's trade policies added to investor anxiety.
Belgian authorities are closely tracking fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi's case as he reportedly left Antigua for medical treatment, while retaining his Antiguan citizenship. Reports suggest Choksi is in Antwerp with his wife and may use forged documents to acquire Belgian residency. Indian and Antiguan governments continue to cooperate on the case.
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Suryakumar Yadav achieved a significant milestone, becoming the fastest Indian to score 4000 IPL runs in just 2705 balls, surpassing previous records. His explosive batting has been instrumental in Mumbai Indians' recent success, contributing to their four-match winning streak. Yadav's current form also places him at the forefront of the Orange Cap race this season.
India and Indonesia are finalizing a $450 million deal for BrahMos supersonic missiles, enhancing bilateral defense cooperation. Indonesian defense officials, led by Navy chief Muhammad Ali, were briefed on the missile's capabilities. This deal follows India's successful BrahMos export to the Philippines and is aimed at countering China's influence in the region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the recent Coldplay concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, highlighting India's potential for hosting live international events. He called on state governments and the private sector to develop the necessary infrastructure and skills to attract more global artists and enhance the country's live concert scene.
A Bengaluru automobile executive, Subhash Atul, died by suicide. He left a note and video blaming his estranged wife and in-laws. The wife's family denies involvement. A legal battle over divorce and child custody was ongoing. Atul's family accused Nikita's family of demanding money. Nikita had previously filed a dowry harassment complaint against Atul and his family.
Ford has finalised plans to repurpose its Chennai facility to manufacture and export engines, excluding vehicle production in India. The initiative aligns with Ford's global strategy and follows the company's exit from vehicle manufacturing in India in 2021.
Indian stock markets experienced a substantial downturn in February, erasing over Rs 40 lakh crore from BSE market capitalization. Experts like Zerodha's Nithin Kamath and economist Jim Walker recommend a long-term investment strategy, emphasizing India's robust economic policies and growth potential over market fluctuations.