White House Freezes Federal Grants and Loans, Sparks Outcry
The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has ordered a temporary pause on all federal grants and loans, effective Tuesday at 5 p.m. The freeze, directed by acting OMB Director Matthew Vaeth, halts trillions in government spending, impacting public programs and financial assistance across the U.S. While Social
Actionable Learning Solutions Can Drive Lasting Impact
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US Stocks Plunge as China’s DeepSeek Disrupts AI Market
US stocks plunged Monday, with the Nasdaq dropping 3.1% and the S&P 500 falling 1.5%, following a groundbreaking announcement by Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Nvidia, the chipmaking giant, saw nearly $600 billion wiped from its market value as investors reacted to DeepSeek’s cost-efficient AI model, R1, which rivals ChatGPT at
US-India Relations: Modi to Meet Trump at White House
US President Donald Trump revealed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit the White House for a meeting next month. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday, Trump shared, “I had a long talk with him this morning. He is going to be coming to
GI Tag Can Mutate Mohua into a Global Cocktail
Over the last two decades, India’s wine industry has undergone a remarkable transformation. What began as a modest endeavour has now blossomed into a promising force in the global viticulture scene, powered by the trust of GI tag. Anchored in regions like Nashik, Bengaluru, and Pune, the Indian wine narrative
India, China to Resume Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra in Summer
In a significant move to stabilize bilateral relations, India and China have agreed to resume the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra in the summer, following two days of foreign secretary-level talks in Beijing. The yatra, a sacred pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake in Tibet, had been suspended since 2020 due to
Farmers Harvesting Premium from Organic Farming with GI Tags
The Uttarakhand Organic Commodity Board (UOCB) is steadfast in its mission to transform Uttarakhand into India’s organic capital. The board actively collaborates with farmers to offer essential support, including organic certification, training, and market connections. This partnership ensures the adoption of sustainable organic farming practices that boost both farm productivity
Chinese Startup DeepSeek Disrupts AI with Free LLMs
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is challenging the dominance of global giants like OpenAI, Meta, and Google with its cost-effective large language models (LLMs). Founded in 2023 by Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek’s V3 model has outperformed many US tech giants’ offerings while being developed at a fraction of the cost. Its free
Uttarakhand Implements Uniform Civil Code
Uttarakhand will enforce a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) starting January 27, becoming the second state after Goa to establish uniform laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, and property for all citizens. This milestone follows the BJP’s 2022 electoral promise and the bill’s approval in the state Assembly last year. Key
Trump’s Greenland Gambit Highlights Growing Mineral Rush
U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited interest in Greenland, claiming it could serve U.S. “economic security” goals. The autonomous Danish territory, rich in untapped mineral resources like gold, copper, nickel, and rare earth elements, is also increasingly eyed by Western nations seeking alternatives to China’s dominance in critical raw materials.