Federal disaster crew illegally skipped homes with Trump signs eroding ‘public trust’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 25
FEMA crew skipped 11 homes with Trump signs after Hurricane Milton in 2024, watchdog finds Headline-making incident ‘eroded public trust’ and violated ethics rules, DHS Inspector General says The Independent UK · Aug 25
Should you close your PPF account after becoming an NRI? Here’s what to know about maturity, withdrawal, and tax rules Moving abroad as an NRI? Your PPF account might not need immediate closure. Discover how your contribution, withdrawal, and maturity options change. Understand the crucial differences between becoming an NRI and a foreign citizen, and navigate the tax implications in your new country of residence. The Economic Times · Aug 25
Devastation, doubt and blame: Hurricane Helene looms over North Carolina’s US Senate race The Democratic and the Republican candidate each blame the other for the bungled recovery effort after storm struck region The Guardian - US · Aug 24
Puerto Rico is rationing water, but many residents stopped trusting the tap long before the drought Imagine turning on your kitchen faucet and nothing comes out. Not for an hour, but for two full days. Then the water returns, only to stop again two days later. The Conversation · Aug 20
Nashville Is Latest City to Sue DHS Over Threat to Withhold Security Funds Tied to Election Requirements The lawsuit, filed in federal court, also includes Columbus, Ohio, and El Paso and Harris counties in Texas Latin Times · Aug 18
US used dioxin-laden oil for dust control in a town with 2,000 residents, years later it spent $33.1 million for their relocation in order to protect their lives The residents of Times Beach faced a critical situation when dioxin contamination was discovered, leading to their permanent relocation. Originally, this toxic substance was used on dirt roads for dust control during the 1970s. A devastating flood in 1982 heightened the community's concerns about contamination. To address the issue, an… The Times of India · Aug 15
NRI selling property in India: Should sale proceeds go to an NRE or NRO account? Know repatriation limits and RBI rules Are you an NRI looking to sell your property in India after relocating abroad? It's essential to understand the process of repatriating your funds. Discover the differences between NRE and NRO accounts, along with FEMA regulations and repatriation limits. Selecting the right bank account is critical for ensuring a hassle-free… The Economic Times · Aug 12
In 2023, Hoboken opened a 5.4-acre park on a former industrial site; its playgrounds and lawns can hold up to 2 million gallons of stormwater ResilienCity Park has officially opened in Hoboken, transforming a former industrial zone into a vital green space. This innovative park not only offers recreational facilities but also enhances the city's defense against severe flooding. Employing both above and below-ground stormwater storage, it showcases efficient flood-control methods. Supported by federal, state,… The Times of India · Aug 9
NRI selling property, shares or gold in India? Here's how you can manage your capital gains tax in a better way Selling Indian investments triggers capital gains tax for NRIs, with rules varying by asset type. Property sales offer significant tax reduction opportunities through reinvestment and documentation. Agricultural land taxation depends on its location, with rural land generally exempt from tax. Listed shares and mutual funds have specific tax treatments and… The Economic Times · Aug 4
Spokane Fires Update: Three Major Wildfires Strike as Governor Declares Emergency Washington state declares an emergency due to Spokane wildfires, prompting evacuations and power outages. Governor Ferguson warns of elevated fire threats amid volatile winds and dry conditions. International Business Times UK · Aug 2
Trump rejected $227m in disaster relief to blue states after FEMA OK’d the money The president has consistently rejected disaster aid to Democrat-led states, according to a recent analysis The Independent UK · Jul 29
Deadly flooding in West Virginia finds prevention plans unaddressed Communities across north central West Virginia are left picking up the pieces in the wake of another major flood The Independent UK · Jul 29
Canada’s worst wildfire season fuels calls for national agency to tackle threat More than 900 fires burning in only G7 country without national emergency agency to coordinate response The Guardian - US · Jul 29
Ballotpedia · Jul 28 Twenty-one states and D.C. make voter files openly available Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.
The Economic Times · Jul 28 Hold US stocks under LRS? Here’s why you may not be able to gift them to NRI children Indian residents cannot gift US shares purchased through the LRS route to their NRI children. The liberalised remittance scheme requires sale proceeds to be repatriated within 180 days. US stocks held under LRS may face US estate tax upon the investor's death. Indian residents can reduce this exposure by investing…
The Economic Times · Jul 25 Are gifts given to NRIs by relatives taxable? Here's what you need to know about income tax and FEMA rules NRIs receiving gifts from resident Indians face varying tax implications. Gifts from specified relatives are fully exempt from Indian income tax. Non-relative gifts exceeding fifty thousand rupees become taxable income. FEMA rules also govern the transfer of money and assets. Proper documentation is essential for both taxable and exempt gifts.
The Guardian - US · Jul 24 Two dozen states sue Trump White House for politicizing Fema disaster aid The 25 Democratic attorneys general say administration imposed ‘unlawful’ conditions on federal disaster grants
The Conversation · Jul 24 Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal? The Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued new grant guidelines that threaten to withhold counterterrorism funds from states that do not comply with President Donald Trump’s election security directives.
Ballotpedia · Jul 24 One top-100 mayor has left office early this year, and proceedings are underway to remove another from office A hearing to remove Mayor Paulette Guajardo (Nonpartisan) is underway in Corpus Christi, Texas, the 58th largest city in the country by population. One other mayor in the 100 largest cities, Vi Lyles (D-Charlotte, N.C.), has left office early this year.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 More than two dozen states sue Trump administration over disaster aid conditions The lawsuit alleges the administration is compelling states to alter their election systems and assist DHS with immigration enforcement
The Economic Times · Jul 23 Son becomes NRI, gifts shares worth Rs 30 lakh to father; should this be disclosed in ITR? What taxpayers must do to avoid tax notices NRI son gifted Rs 30 lakh shares to his father through an off-market transfer. Should it be reported in ITR? Although a genuine gift of shares from a son to his father is not regarded as a transfer for capital gains purposes in the hands of the donor, the reporting…
Ballotpedia · Jul 23 Wisconsin Democrats ask state commission to let mail-in voters recast ballots after changes to gubernatorial candidate field Welcome to the Thursday, July 23, 2026, Brew.
The Times of India · Jul 22 Lalit Modi says his home will remain London but he will now visit India after winning tribunal Lalit Modi announced his return to India after SAFEMA tribunal cleared penalties. He will apply for an OCI card as he surrendered his Indian passport. Modi claimed he fled India due to threats from Dawood Ibrahim. He stated he has won all his legal cases in India. Modi will continue…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 18 ‘Where did they go?’: homeless people feel force of America’s brutality in World Cup clean-up Fifa says football brings the world together but the unhoused in Atlanta feel targeted and completely excluded from the tournament