Sinaloa Cartel Provided Fentanyl and Meth to Canadian Gangsters and Indian Groups
Authorities in Arizona have uncovered a Canadian gang network linked to crime syndicates in Arizona, India, and the Middle East, revealing just one of the many operations used by the Sinaloa Cartel to traffic drugs from Mexico to the US, and then to Canada and beyond. Federal agents in Arizona have arrested Opinder Singh Sian […]
Legal and illegal immigration: An Indian American’s perspective on citizenship
Reflections on the American Dream and Immigration I was born in India but grew up in the United States. My father, who was a dedicated naval officer back home, made a significant sacrifice by leaving everything behind for the chance at the American dream. With just $80 in his pocket, he brought my mother, my […]
The Weakened US Dollar Compared to the Euro, Yen, Canadian Dollar, Dollar Indices, and Softer Currencies such as the Indian Rupee
It’s no longer the cleanest, dirty shirt. Wolf Richter on Wolf Street. The US dollar has dipped against the euro, with the exchange rate now at US$1.16 for 1 euro. This marks the dollar’s lowest point against the euro since November of 2021. Back in early January, there were discussions about the euro depreciating against […]
USD/INR remains close to the day’s low as falling oil prices boost the Indian Rupee.
The Indian Rupee Nears 86.10 Against the US Dollar Amid Oil Price Fluctuations Following Ceasefire The Indian rupee is approaching 86.10 against the US dollar, reflecting a roughly 0.75% decline. Investor risk appetite has noticeably diminished the strength of the US dollar. Fed’s Bowman expressed support for potential interest rate cuts at the upcoming policy […]
I wouldn’t be able to make ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ today and would hire a young Indian director to prevent cultural appropriation.
Danny Boyle on Slumdog Millionaire’s Future British filmmaker Danny Boyle recently announced that he will not be directing a new version of Slumdog Millionaire. Instead, he plans to seek out a young Indian filmmaker for the project. Boyle, who has enjoyed significant success throughout his career, has an estimated net worth of around $60 million. […]
Sikhs in Canada Angry Over Indian Prime Minister’s G7 Summit Invitation
Outcry from Canadian Sikhs over Modi’s G7 Invitation Canadian Sikhs expressed their anger towards Prime Minister Mark Carney for inviting India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 summit in Alberta this weekend. This comes after Carney’s predecessor, Justin Trudeau, openly criticized Modi’s administration following the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Sikh separatist […]
Indian PM Modi, an Iranian BRICS Ally, Acknowledges Discussions with Netanyahu Following Israeli Attacks
Modi and Netanyahu Discuss Regional Tensions Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared on Friday that he had a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During the conversation, Modi expressed India’s concern over escalating hostilities in the region, emphasizing a desire for peace rather than condemning actions against Iran. “He explained the evolving situation […]
Who is the only survivor of the Indian airline crash that claimed 241 lives
An Air India commercial flight headed for London crashed shortly after departing from Gujarat on Thursday morning. The Boeing 787-7 was carrying 242 passengers and crew members. According to Air India, among those on board were 69 Indians, 53 British, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian. In a tragic turn, all but one of the foreign […]
Indian Metals Industry Faces Billions in Trade Risks Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices
India is navigating a complex situation following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 50% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports from the country. While some Indian officials, including a minister, are attempting to downplay the situation, describing the potential impact as “minor,” there’s a lingering uncertainty among analysts and trade experts. Various industry lobbies […]
Bankrupt AI Company Builder.ai’s Bots Turned Out to Be Indian Workers
Builder.ai Faces Bankruptcy Amid Shocking Revelations The tech community is in disbelief as Builder.ai, which was once celebrated as a promising AI startup, has filed for bankruptcy. This dramatic turn comes after it was revealed that the company’s so-called AI capabilities were actually powered by a team of Indian workers. Builder.ai, a UK-based startup valued […]