A towering 51-foot statue of Lord Ram, inspired by the Ayodhya temple, has been unveiled in Mississauga, becoming North America's tallest. Made in Delhi and assembled in Canada, the statue can withstand high winds and is visible from Toronto airport. The inauguration was celebrated by the Hindu community and attended by Canadian politicians, marking a significant spiritual landmark.
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Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on India due to its continued purchase of Russian crude oil, despite prior warnings. Trump stated India is 'fuelling the war machine' and expressed dissatisfaction with the trade relationship. India's foreign ministry has defended its position, citing national interests and accusing the US and EU of hypocrisy in their own dealings with Russia.
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Through coercive legal settlements and immigration policy shifts, the Trump administration—spearheaded by Stephen Miller—is compelling U.S. universities to scale back international student enrollment. A recent agreement with Columbia University signals a strategic push to diminish America's academic globalism. Despite economic and demographic evidence favoring international education, ideology now threatens to override logic, innovation, and institutional autonomy.
Justin Timberlake disclosed his battle with Lyme disease after concluding his Forget Tomorrow World Tour. He endured chronic pain and fatigue throughout 90 shows. Despite considering quitting, he found joy in performing. Timberlake hopes to connect with others facing similar health challenges. Lyme disease is very common in the US.
In a fierce gunfight in Kulgam, South Kashmir, Lance Naik Pritpal Singh and Sepoy Harminder Singh of the Sikh Light Infantry, attached to 19 Rashtriya Rifles, were killed during Operation Akhal. The counterterrorism operation, ongoing for nine days, targets Pakistan-trained terrorists in the Akhal Khulsan forest.
The Supreme Court is grappling with a perplexing case involving a 'ghost litigant' who secured a favorable order based on a fabricated compromise. With lawyers denying involvement, the court has directed the Bar Council of India to investigate the matter.
Sadhvi Pragya states coercion in naming leaders. A special NIA court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. The blast resulted in six deaths and numerous injuries. The court cited lack of evidence against Pragya Thakur. Investigations initially pointed to "saffron extremists". The case saw twists, including allegations against the NIA.