United States Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, highlighted the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States in strengthening India-US relations and transforming aspirations into reality. Speaking at the “Peace, Prosperity, Planet, People: A New Chapter in U.S.-India Relations” event jointly organized by the Asia Society Policy Institute and IIT Delhi, Garcetti emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to promote peace, prosperity, and environmental sustainability, while also fostering security and people-to-people exchanges between the two nations. He described the visit as a historic moment, celebrating the defining partnership of the century between the two vibrant democracies.…
Author: Akancha Mishra
Akancha Mishra
Akancha has been a journalist for about twenty years, and she has a Bachelor of Arts in English Honors and a Master's Degree in Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. She and her husband and children Supriya and Alok currently call New York City home.
Two faculty members of Indian origin at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have been honored with named professorships for early career achievements, which is the highest distinction given by the institute. These prestigious awards aim to provide additional resources to support innovative research while fostering mentorship and training for future generations. Among the 13 recognized faculty members, Smruthi Karthikeyan, the Gordon and Carol Treweek Assistant Professor of Environmental Science and Engineering, and Karthish Manthiram, Professor of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry and William H. Hurt Scholar, stood out for their remarkable contributions. Smruthi Karthikeyan’s research lies at the intersection of…
Dr. Acharya Lokesh Muni, the founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, has been recognized by the US House of Representatives during his peace harmony tour in the United States. In a news release, it was stated that Dr. Lokesh Muni, who is dedicated to ending terrorism, violence, and discrimination worldwide, has become the first Indian monk to receive an official seal and citation from the House of Representatives. Congressman Jefferson Wayne Drew, who presented the honor, praised Dr. Lokesh Muni as an inspiration to all. He commended his accomplishments and energy, which provide hope and a glimpse of the future. Congressman…
According to a report by S&P Global Ratings, India is projected to be the fastest-growing major economy, with an expected growth rate of 6.7% over the next three years. The agency maintained its growth forecast of 6% for FY24 but anticipated a significant rebound to 6.9% in FY25 and FY26. India’s economy already demonstrated strong performance, growing at 7.2% in 2022-23. S&P Global Ratings noted that the growth in the March quarter exceeded their expectations, leading to a revised GDP growth estimate of 7.2% for fiscal 2023. S&P Global Ratings emphasized that India, Vietnam, and the Philippines would experience the…
According to the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), India has achieved a 40th position in the most recent world competitiveness ranking. This marks an improvement for India compared to the previous three years, during which it consistently held the 43rd spot. The IMD report indicates that India’s progress can be attributed to enhanced government efficiency. Notably, the country’s performance in exchange rate stability, compensation levels, and pollution control measures contributed significantly to its improved score. However, the report also highlights several challenges that India will face in 2023. These include sustaining high GDP growth, managing financial market volatility, controlling…
Traders in India are expecting a 10-15% increase in oilseed exports during the current fiscal year, with strong orders coming from markets such as Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. In the fiscal year 2022-23, oilseed exports already saw a significant growth of over 20% to reach $1.33 billion (approximately Rs. 10,900 crore). The main oilseeds exported by India include groundnut, sesame, soy, castor, niger, and sunflower, with groundnut and sesame seeds accounting for 80-85% of the total oilseed exports. Mr. Khushwant Jain, the former Chairman of the Indian Oilseeds and Produce Export Promotion Council (IOPEPC), highlighted that soybean and…
On June 28, Narayan Rane, the Union Minister for the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), launched a mobile app designed for geo-tagging cluster projects and technology centers. The event marked the introduction of several initiatives by the Ministry of MSME aimed at fostering the growth and development of MSMEs. These initiatives included the unveiling of the ‘CHAMPIONS 2.0 Portal’ and the announcement of the results for the ‘MSME Idea Hackathon 2.0’. Additionally, the ‘MSME Idea Hackathon 3.0’ for women entrepreneurs was inaugurated. During his address, Narayan Rane underscored the significance of MSMEs in the country’s GDP and…
Actor and singer Ayushmann Khurrana, along with singer Neeti Mohan, is gearing up for a North American tour. The tour will cover various cities in the United States, including Dallas, San Jose, Seattle, Washington DC, New Jersey, Atlanta, Orlando, and Chicago, as well as Toronto in Canada, during July and August 2023. Khurrana will be joined by his band Ayushmannbhava. Having performed numerous shows locally and internationally, Khurrana’s tour plans were disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. However, in a recent interview, he expressed his excitement about returning to touring and bringing joy to people through his music. He stated, “I…
Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai has announced a $10 billion investment by the US tech giant in India’s digitization fund following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington. Pichai expressed his honor in meeting PM Modi and highlighted Google’s commitment to investing in India’s digital transformation. He also revealed plans to establish a global fintech operation center in Gujarat’s GIFT city. Pichai praised PM Modi’s visionary approach to Digital India and acknowledged its influence as a blueprint for other nations. The Google CEO commended the rapid pace of technological advancements under PM Modi’s leadership and expressed his…
The New England Chapter of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) has requested the creation of a direct flight route between Boston and India to benefit the Indian American community in the New England area. The request was made to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his recent official visit to the United States. The FIA believes that establishing this direct flight connection would not only make travel more convenient but also have positive effects on the economy and tourism of both countries. To encourage the government to take action on this matter, the Indian-American community in New England is conducting…
