Author: Akancha Mishra

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is set to begin a two-day visit to Gujarat on June 27 and 28, where he will lead the launch of two significant government initiatives focused on cooperative development and public welfare. His itinerary begins in Gandhinagar with the official rollout of Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-based transportation platform designed to offer drivers greater financial benefits while providing passengers with multiple travel options. The launch event will take place at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar and marks another step in the Ministry of Cooperation’s efforts to strengthen community-owned services across the country. Bharat Taxi has…

The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO International) conducted a virtual webinar titled “Diaspora Indians – Aging Gracefully,” bringing together health professionals, wellness experts, and community leaders to discuss strategies for healthy and dignified aging among the global Indian diaspora. The session was part of GOPIO’s ongoing monthly webinar series aimed at strengthening engagement with overseas Indians and addressing issues relevant to community well-being. Organizers highlighted the importance of knowledge sharing across healthcare, nutrition, Ayurveda, and social support systems to improve the quality of life for senior members of the diaspora. GOPIO International leadership emphasized the organization’s expanding…

Entrepreneur, investor, and Indiaspora founder MR Rangaswami believes the remarkable rise of the Indian diaspora is closely linked to India’s own emergence as a global economic and technological powerhouse. In a recent interview, he reflected on the evolution of Indian-origin communities worldwide, highlighting their growing impact across philanthropy, innovation, politics, and artificial intelligence. According to Rangaswami, the Indian-American population has expanded significantly over the past fifteen years, growing from roughly three million people to nearly five million. However, he emphasized that the true story extends beyond numbers. Indian-origin professionals today occupy influential positions in technology, healthcare, finance, academia, entrepreneurship, and…

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening strategic relations with India, describing the partnership as one of its most significant global alliances. According to senior officials from the US State Department, cooperation between the two countries is expanding rapidly across key sectors such as trade, advanced technology, energy security, and defence collaboration. Bethany Poulos Morrison, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, emphasized that the US administration is actively working to accelerate bilateral engagement. She described the India-US relationship as central to future global dynamics, highlighting that both nations are increasingly aligned on long-term strategic…

 India’s flagship direct benefit transfer initiative, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening income stability and financial inclusion among the country’s farming households. The scheme, launched in February 2019, has steadily expanded its reach and impact, positioning itself as one of the largest farmer income support programmes globally. On June 20, 2026, the government released the 23rd instalment under PM-KISAN, transferring more than $1.99 billion directly into the bank accounts of approximately 944 million farmer beneficiaries across the country. This included over 218 million women farmers, highlighting the scheme’s inclusive approach to…

The Consulate General of India in New York, in partnership with the Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA), organized a special meditation session aimed at promoting India’s ancient wellness traditions and strengthening cultural ties through yoga and mindfulness practices. The session was led by renowned yoga guru Dr HR Nagendra, an internationally respected expert in yoga, meditation, and holistic health. The event brought together a diverse audience, including diplomats, academics, business professionals, representatives from yoga institutions, spiritual organizations, and members of the Indian American community. Organizers described the gathering as an opportunity to share the benefits of meditation and highlight…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi adjusted his departure from Delhi Airport on Sunday to ensure that students appearing for the NEET-UG re-examination did not face any travel inconvenience. The decision was taken to maintain smooth traffic flow in the national capital at a time when thousands of candidates were travelling to examination centres across the city. According to official information, the Prime Minister arrived at Delhi Airport at around 1:15 pm. Instead of leaving immediately for his residence, he remained at the airport as the NEET-UG examination was scheduled to begin at 2 pm. Authorities noted that this was a crucial…

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Mongolia as part of a diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening the special partnership and expanding cooperation between India and Mongolia across multiple sectors. The visit reflects the growing importance both countries attach to their longstanding relationship and shared strategic interests. Upon his arrival in Ulaanbaatar, Jaishankar was welcomed by senior Mongolian officials, marking the beginning of a series of high-level engagements focused on enhancing bilateral ties. The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for both sides to review ongoing cooperation and identify new areas for collaboration. During his stay, the External Affairs…

India is set to mark a major industrial milestone as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to lay the foundation stone for the country’s first commercial-scale coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Odisha’s Jharsuguda district. The large-scale facility, valued at approximately $3.0 billion, is designed to strengthen domestic production of key industrial chemicals while significantly reducing reliance on imports. The upcoming plant will be developed in Lakhanpur and is expected to produce around 2,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate daily. It will use indigenously developed coal gasification technology, which converts coal into synthesis gas. This gas can then be processed into a range of…

A senior US lawmaker has voiced confidence that discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump will help reinforce one of the world’s most significant strategic partnerships. Speaking after the two leaders met in France on the sidelines of international engagements, Senator Mark Warner highlighted the need for Washington and New Delhi to continue building closer ties rather than allowing policy differences to weaken their relationship. The Virginia Democrat, who serves as co-chair of the Senate India Caucus, described the partnership between the two democracies as essential to maintaining geopolitical balance in the twenty-first century. He said the…