When Jessica Janik-De Gennaro started seeing her $20 succulents pop up between electronics and yoga pants on a mobile marketplace, she knew she’d found something unexpected. The entrepreneur had been shipping plants nationwide since 2012, but joining Temu in 2024 opened an entirely new customer base. “We saw growth right away,” said De Gennaro, the 43-year-old founder of Shop Succulents who sold 3,500 items on the platform in just four months. Her success reflects a broader t

My name is Srinidhi, and I am currently a high school student who has been deeply impacted by my involvement with IDEAYA. It wasn’t until I became part of this organization that I truly understood the life-changing power of community support. IDEAYA—Immigrants for Development and Education of Austin Youth AID, Inc.—is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established in 2010, dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals through scholarships and mentorship. This

NEW DELHI- The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) will launch the 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6 satellite of the US on December 15. The BlueBird 6 communications satellite, developed by the US-based AST SpaceMobile, will be launched on board India’s most powerful rocket, LVM3. It is one of the heaviest commercial satellites, weighing tones. The Low Earth Orbit satellite arrived in India from the US on October 19. “BlueBird 6, a US-licensed satellite, is scheduled to launch on D

MUMBAI- Filmmaker Karan Johar is over the moon after his movie ‘Homebound’, featuring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, was shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the ‘Best International Feature Film’ category. “…thank you @neeraj.ghaywan for making so many dreams of ours come true… from Cannes to being on the Oscar shortlist, this has been such an overwhelming journey!” he posted. Ghaywan also expressed his gratitude on social media, stating, “We’re deepl

In a career spanning nearly seven decades and more than 300 productions, he became widely popular, and wealthy, playing heroes and thieves. By Jin Yu Young and Pragati K.B. Dharmendra, a Bollywood actor of easygoing machismo who became one of India’s most versatile stars, playing swoon-worthy romantic leads, flashy action heroes and witty comics in a career spanning nearly seven decades, died on Monday in Mumbai. He was 89. The cause was not immediately clear, but he had been

By Abhimanyu Mathur A Pakistani viewer has shared a positive review of Dhurandhar praising the film, but finding fault with its depiction of Akshaye Khanna’s Rehman Dakait. A Pakistani social media user, originally from Karachi, has reviewed the Bollywood film Dhurandhar, which is set in his hometown and tells the story of the gangs of Karachi’s Lyari Town. In their review, the anonymous viewer praised the film for its direction and cinematography, but added that the glorific

A new year is a chance to embrace a wallet-friendly mindset and make a fresh financial start. But what changes will make the most impact? CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals are sharing their favorite resolutions for 2026: Calculate spending: Before any other money planning in 2026, you need to calculate your spending. Did you end 2025 with more money than you had at the beginning of the year? If so, your budget is likely in good shape and you can thoughtfully leverage

WASHINGTON, DC-India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands, located strategically at the mouth of the Strait of Malacca, are emerging as a pivotal strategic asset for US–India maritime cooperation, experts told American lawmakers. During a hearing on the US–India strategic partnership before the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia on December 10, Jeff Smith of the Heritage Foundation stated that the islands constitute “an extremely valuable asset for any coun

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – During his political campaigns, President Donald Trump has often been seen on camera describing himself as “very greedy,” stating, “My whole life I’ve been greedy, greedy, greedy. I’ve grabbed all the money I can get.” Of course, making the pitch to his followers, he followed it with the idea he would be “greedy for the United States” when elected. In office, Donald Trump has erased the border between lobbying and bribery even as his admi

MUMBAI- Investors from more than 145 cities in India are now investing globally, with 47 per cent coming from Tier 2 and 3 cities, a report showed on December 15. The report by Vested Finance revealed that Indian investors are increasingly broadening their exposure beyond single-stock investments to include US equities, Index and thematic exchange-traded funds, private market opportunities, and global funds, including GIFT City–domiciled funds. This reflects a more structured

WASHINGTON, DC-The Trump Administration on December 23 announced sweeping changes to the H-1B work visa selection process, replacing the long-standing random lottery with a weighted system that prioritizes higher-skilled and higher-paid foreign workers. The move, according to the Department of Homeland Security, is aimed at better protecting the wages, working conditions, and job opportunities of American workers while strengthening the integrity of the H-1B nonimmigrant visa

WASHINGTON, DC – The Trump administration on November 19 cleared roughly $93 million in military sales to India, underscoring the growing defense ties between the two countries. The State Department approved the sale of Javelin anti-tank missile systems and related equipment valued at an estimated $45.7 million, and Excalibur Projectiles for an estimated cost of $47.1 million. According to a statement by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, an agency within the Department

NEW DELHI- The country’s media and entertainment sector is projected to cross $100 billion by 2030, the government announced on November 15. This sector has emerged as one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, primarily powered by digital innovation, strong youth-driven demand, and a surge in creative entrepreneurship. The government has recognized the industry as a high-potential segment within the services economy. It is projected to grow at a compo und annual rate of

MUMBAI – Sixteen of the 25 companies featured on the ‘Fortune World’s Best Workplaces 2025’ list have operations in India, according to a report released on November 13. The list, compiled by Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine, was based on surveys of over nine million employees across 25 million workplaces worldwide. Companies were ranked for their performance in building trust, pride, and camaraderie among employees, both locally and globally. Michael C. Bush, CEO of

As the holiday season rolls in, with its festive feasts, travel plans and cozy indulgences, it’s easy to let your health goals slip into the New Year’s resolutions pile. But while you’re managing your weight or trying the latest trending diets, there’s one vital part of your health that deserves extra attention this time of year: your muscles. In today’s world of trending weight-loss hacks, shedding pounds has never seemed more accessible. But while the number on the scale ma

Bananas, one of the most consumed fruits worldwide, are not just sweet and convenient; they are also packed with essential nutrients that promote overall health. They may benefit weight loss, digestion, and heart health. Overall Health-Bananas are rich in potassium, vitamin C, and dietary fibre. Potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure, while fibre supports digestion and satiety. Vitamin C boosts immunity and aids skin health. Helps in Digestion-Dietary fibre has been

NEW DELHI-India on November 17 said that it has noted the verdict announced by the so-called ‘International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh’ concerning former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and remains committed to the best interests of the people of the neighboring nation, including in peace, democracy, inclusion, and stability in the country. “As a close neighbor, India remains committed to the best interests of the people of Bangladesh, including in peace, democracy, inclusion

HONOLULU, HI- Senior military leaders of India and the United States are holding “productive discussions” focusing on strengthening bilateral defense engagements, enhancing interoperability, and promoting a free, open and secure Indo-Pacific region, during the two-day India–US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting which got underway at Hawaii, earlier November 4. Chief of Integrated Defense Staff (CISC) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit co-chaired the meeting with Lt. Gen. Joshua

WASHINGTON, D.C.– US President Donald Trump stated that the United States is “pretty close” to signing a trade agreement with India. The President made the remarks during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor, the next US ambassador to India. “We are making a deal with India, much different deal than we had in the past…We’re getting a fair deal, just a fair-trade deal. We’re getting close…I think we’re pretty close to doing a deal that’s good for everybody,” Trump said. Trum