Ethan Brown, Author at Riverdale Standard

Ethan Brown

Anita Anand Makes History as Canada’s First Hindu Foreign Minister

A cabinet shakeup in Ottawa has put a new face at the helm of Canada’s foreign affairs. Anita Anand, a seasoned minister and legal scholar, stepped into the role this week, becoming the country’s first Hindu foreign minister — a milestone move that’s as symbolic as it is strategic. Anand replaces Mélanie Joly in a sweeping reshuffle by Prime Minister Mark Carney, who took office earlier this year. She’s no…

Nifty Treads Carefully as Support Holds: Market Awaits Bounce, Eyes on India-Pakistan Tensions and Key Earnings

Profit-taking knocked the wind out of the markets on Tuesday, but analysts say the Nifty 50 isn’t done just yet. All eyes are now on whether the index holds firm near the 24,400–24,500 support zone, even as geopolitical noise and macro data keep investors guessing. The benchmark Nifty 50 ended Tuesday at 24,578.35 — down 1.39%. Bank Nifty slipped 0.8%, closing at 54,940.80. Pharma stocks held their ground. But IT,…

Satellite Images Reveal Extensive Damage at Pakistan Air Bases After Indian Strikes

Satellite images from May 10, 2025, reveal significant damage at several Pakistani military air bases after India launched targeted strikes in Operation Sindoor. The strikes, which followed three days of escalating hostilities, appear to have rattled Pakistan, prompting its government to seek a ceasefire. Pakistan’s Key Air Bases Suffer Devastating Strikes India’s precision missile strikes on May 8-10, 2025, targeted 11 of Pakistan’s military air bases, leaving extensive damage at…

Sussan Ley Breaks Liberal Party Ceiling After Stinging Election Defeat

Australia’s Liberal Party installs its first-ever woman leader, as Labor celebrates a stronger-than-expected second-term win under Anthony Albanese. The shake-up comes just days after the federal election delivered a sobering loss for conservatives, with voters pushing back on Trump-style politics. Now, with Sussan Ley at the helm, the Liberals are trying to course-correct and reconnect. Albanese Sworn In, Labor Seals Historic Second Term Australia’s center-left Labor Party didn’t just win…

PM Modi address nation Operation Sindoor

PM Modi Reaffirms India’s Stand on Terrorism, Vows No Tolerance for Nuclear Blackmail

Prime Minister Modi’s Strong Message: Operation Sindoor Is India’s Commitment to Justice and Peace In a powerful address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India’s unwavering stance against terrorism and nuclear blackmail. Speaking for the first time since the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, he reiterated that India had drawn new red lines in the fight against terrorism. Operation Sindoor, launched in response to terror attacks, reflects India’s…

Georgia college student detained by ICE after traffic

Georgia College Student Remains in ICE Custody After Mistaken Traffic Stop

A 19-year-old Georgia college student remains in ICE custody after being detained following a mistaken traffic stop. Despite the charges being dropped, concerns about her immigration status persist. It all began on May 5 in Dalton, Georgia, when Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a student at Dalton State College, was pulled over for allegedly making an illegal turn. However, the situation quickly took a wrong turn of its own. According to the Dalton…

Independent TV Journalists Attacked in Georgia, Rights Groups Demand Accountability

On May 12, 2025, two independent journalists from Pirveli TV were violently attacked while on assignment in the village of Martkopi near Tbilisi. Mariam Makasarashvili, the reporter, and cameraman Nukri Kapiashvili were left with serious injuries after the incident, which has sparked outrage among rights groups and media organizations. A Violent Encounter in Martkopi The attack occurred when Makasarashvili and Kapiashvili visited the home of Giorgi Shindjikashvili, the deputy governor…

RR vs GT Highlights, IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals Beat GT by 8 Wickets After Vaibhav Suryavanshi Smashes 35-Ball Century

Rajasthan Royals pulled off a sensational win over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025, chasing down a target of 210 with ease thanks to a blistering 35-ball century from 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi. His incredible performance, which included the fastest 50 in IPL history, helped RR secure an 8-wicket victory at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Monday. Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes IPL History with Record-Smashing Knock Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s name will forever…

China Import Delays Threaten Apple’s India Plans for iPhone 17 Production

Apple’s ambitious plans to expand iPhone production in India could face a significant setback due to growing delays in the import of crucial machinery from China. These delays, which have now become a major concern for Apple and its local manufacturing partners, could not only hinder the launch of the iPhone 17 but also derail efforts to ramp up production to meet rising demand in the U.S. market. As Apple…

Pakistan Army Firing Along LoC in Kupwara, Baramulla, and Akhnoor: India Responds Strongly

Tensions flare once again along the Line of Control (LoC) as the Pakistan Army targets multiple Indian positions across the border. This marks the fifth consecutive day of such provocations. Since Thursday night, the Pakistan Army has been carrying out unprovoked small arms firing in several sectors along the LoC. On the night of April 28–29, the target areas included the Kupwara and Baramulla districts, as well as the Akhnoor…