A prolonged federal shutdown is significantly impacting Cambridge families, particularly those with school-age children, due to SNAP delays. Local food pantries are experiencing a surge in demand, with schools reporting increased student hunger, affecting attendance and concentration. Community efforts and emergency funding are stepping in to bridge the gap, highlighting the critical link between food…
Dileep has advocated for solidarity within the Malayalam film fraternity, urging members to resolve conflicts internally rather than through public channels. He emphasized the importance of discussing issues within the executive committee and presenting a united front to the outside world. Highlighting cinema as a collaborative art form, Dileep acknowledged the vital roles of producers,…
India is increasingly favoring gold over US Treasury bills to bolster its foreign exchange reserves, mirroring a global trend of diversifying away from dollar-denominated assets. While India’s US T-bill holdings decreased to $227 billion in June 2025, its gold reserves rose significantly to 879.98 metric tonnes.
India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, commences a five-match T20I series against Australia in Canberra on October 29, aiming to rebound from their ODI loss. With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, both teams will be keen to test combinations and build momentum. India, strong in the T20 format, seeks to improve their record in…
Indian students in the US face job rejections due to a significant H-1B visa fee hike by the Trump administration, impacting their career prospects. Companies are increasingly hesitant to sponsor, leading to a sharp decline in available positions for international graduates.
The New York Times Connections presents a daily word puzzle challenging players to identify relationships between 16 words, sorting them into four groups. Today’s edition mixes straightforward categories with trickier ones, requiring careful consideration. Hints are provided to guide players towards solutions, with categories including expressions of disapproval, Monopoly property groups, multiple-meaning words, and small…
Kunal Ganjawala, the voice behind hits like Salaame, O Humdum Soniyo Re, Tauba Tauba, Dil Na Diya and Bheege Honth Tere, has finally explained the origin of his unusual surname and shared the surprising story behind “Ganjawala” — something that has long intrigued fans and sparked jokes online.
India’s women’s cricket team is on the cusp of history, facing South Africa in their third World Cup final. Having overcome past hardships, their remarkable rise, highlighted by a semifinal win against Australia, could revolutionize the sport in India with a victory.
Bomikhal Durga Puja Committee is preparing to captivate devotees with a peacock palace replica pandal, drawing inspiration from the Mahabharata’s Shri Krishna Darbar set. The mandap will feature a 70-ft high peacock-shaped arch, crafted by artisans from Kolkata, while the 18-ft idol of Goddess Durga is being sculpted by Cuttack craftsmen.
Kuwait has updated its traffic law, extending driving licence validity for Kuwaiti and GCC citizens to 15 years. Non-Kuwaiti expatriates will now receive licences valid for 5 years. This change, effective immediately, impacts various licence categories and aims to streamline bureaucracy while aligning with regional norms. Pre-2025 licences remain valid until expiry.
