1989-Batch IAS Officer Anurag Jain Appointed as New CEO of NITI Aayog

Govt defends FCRA amendments, says foreign funding curbs protect democracy

The Indian government has backed proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), arguing that unregulated foreign money poses a risk to democratic integrity. Officials emphasized that the law does not ban NGOs from receiving foreign funds, including for faith-based activities. Restrictions on foreign nationals holding key positions in funded organizations are meant to ensure contributions align with Indian governance standards. The government also noted that such curbs on foreign funding are not unique to India and are practiced in other countries as well.

Wildfires sweep Sicily as Europe battles extreme heat and soaring fire risk

Michael Jordan Opens Up About Father's Murder and Its Impact on His Family

NBA legend Michael Jordan has spoken publicly about the devastating loss of his father, James Jordan, who was murdered. The tragedy had a profound impact on Jordan personally and on his family as a whole. Jordan described how the loss shattered his family unit. His father's death remains one of the most painful chapters in the basketball icon's life.

Terrorism Trial Begins for Man Who Stabbed Author Salman Rushdie on Stage

Federal prosecutors opened the terrorism trial of the man convicted of attempting to kill author Salman Rushdie on Wednesday. Prosecutors alleged that the attacker spent years tracking Rushdie's whereabouts before carrying out the assault. The stabbing took place while Rushdie was on a lecture stage. The trial is being prosecuted at the federal level under terrorism charges.