Union Budget 2025: Key Announcements, Economic Outlook, and Policy Changes
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2025 today at 11 AM in Parliament, marking the final full-year budget before the upcoming general elections. The budget comes amid geopolitical uncertainties, a slowing economic growth rate, and new global trade challenges, including the recent tariff threats by US President Donald Trump.
OpenAI Unleashes o3 Mini for Free and Paid Users
OpenAI has officially rolled out o3 Mini, a new AI model now accessible to both free and pro users. The release follows a period of intense competition in the AI space, particularly after DeepSeek’s unexpected rise to prominence. While DeepSeek introduced reasoning transparency and an improved coding experience, it has faced ongoing server stability issues, […]
Kash Patel Testifies Before Senate in FBI Director Confirmation Hearing
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, appeared before the Senate for his confirmation hearing, facing tough questions on crime policy, partisanship, and his past statements. The hearing, marked by partisan divides, saw Patel defend his record while vowing to restore public trust in the FBI.
Tulsi Gabbard Completes Senate Confirmation Hearing, Awaits Final Vote
Washington, D.C. – Former U.S. Representative Tulsi Gabbard, nominated by President Donald Trump for the position of Director of National Intelligence (DNI), appeared before the Senate for her confirmation hearing. Lawmakers questioned her on foreign policy positions, national security stance, and past engagements with foreign leaders. Foreign Relations and Allegations of Hezbollah Meeting During the […]
India Joins the AI Race with Six Developers Set to Build Foundational Models in 6–8 Months
The Indian government has identified six major developers capable of building foundational AI models within the next four to eight months, marking a significant step in the country’s push to establish itself as a global AI player.
Tulsi Gabbard Faces Senate Scrutiny in Heated DNI Confirmation Hearing
Washington, D.C. – Tulsi Gabbard, the former U.S. Representative from Hawaii and President Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), faced intense questioning during her Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday. Lawmakers pressed Gabbard on her foreign policy positions, past meetings with world leaders, and ability to lead the intelligence community in a politically […]
Plane and Military Helicopter Collide Over Potomac: 67 Dead
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A mid-air collision between a commercial passenger plane and a military helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan National Airport on Wednesday left no survivors, authorities confirmed Thursday. The crash, which occurred under clear skies, involved an American Airlines flight carrying 64 people and a military helicopter with three crew members.
White House Issues Executive Order to Expand K-12 Educational Choice Initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The White House unveiled a sweeping executive order on Thursday aimed at expanding access to K-12 educational alternatives for American families, emphasizing parental choice and state flexibility in directing federal funds toward school options outside traditional public schools. Key DirectivesThe order, titled “Improving Education, Well-Being, and Future Success Through Expanded Educational Choice,” directs […]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Faces Intense Scrutiny During Senate Confirmation Hearing
Washington, D.C. — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, attended his Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, where lawmakers questioned him on various topics related to his professional record and public health policies. The hearing highlighted key issues surrounding his nomination, including his views on vaccines, public health priorities, and […]
White House Announces Major Policy Shifts in First Week of New Administration
In her inaugural briefing as White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt outlined significant policy changes implemented during President Trump’s first week back in office, including immigration enforcement measures, federal funding adjustments, and changes to White House media access.
