Author: Bhakti Narayanan

Indian software giant Infosys announced a major deal with Danske Bank worth $454 million. The agreement aims to accelerate Danske Bank’s digital transformation over a period of five years, with the possibility of extending it for an additional year. As part of the deal, Infosys will also acquire Danske Bank’s IT center in India, which currently employs over 1,400 professionals. The partnership will leverage Infosys’ expertise and industry-specific solutions, particularly through its AI-powered platform called Infosys Topaz. This collaboration aligns with Danske Bank’s goal of becoming a leading digital bank, with significant investments in digitalization and technology. Frans Woelders, the…

Seventeen elected officials of Indian-American descent at the state and local levels have urged President Joseph Biden to establish a collaborative initiative called the New Hindi Language Fund in partnership with the Asia Society. This proposed fund aims to facilitate the teaching of Hindi in middle and high schools across the United States. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to the United States, the group presented this request, with support from Indian American Impact, a national organization amplifying the voices of Indian Americans in government, and the Asia Society, a national organization focused on fostering shared futures for Asia…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented President Joe Biden with a unique and culturally significant gift during their meeting at the White House. The gift consisted of several items that hold deep symbolism in Vedic Hinduism and reflect ancient Indian wisdom. The gift included a small quantity of white sesame seeds, long-grained rice, salt, a piece of jaggery (a type of unrefined sugar), a few milliliters of ghee (clarified butter), an oil lamp, and an idol of Lord Ganesha, all arranged inside a beautifully crafted sandalwood box. Additionally, the gift contained a tamra-patra (copper plate), a silver coconut, a fragrant piece…

During his significant state visit to the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Sanjay Mehrotra, the CEO of Micron Technology, on Wednesday. The purpose of the meeting was for Modi to extend an invitation to the American chip maker to establish semiconductor manufacturing operations in India. The meeting took place in Washington DC, as stated by the Prime Minister’s Office. According to the PMO’s statement, “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO of Micron Technology, on 21 June 2023 in Washington DC. The Prime Minister invited Micron Technology to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India,…

Congressman Shri Thanedar, an Indian-American representative, has been chosen to accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his historic joint address to the US Congress on June 22. This will be the second time that Prime Minister Modi addresses the joint session, marking a significant milestone for an Indian prime minister. In addition to escorting the prime minister, Congressman Thanedar has received a special invitation from President Joe Biden to attend the White House State Dinner held in honor of Prime Minister Modi on the same day. As a first-time Democratic Congressman representing Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, Thanedar and his spouse,…

On June 18, the Consulate General of India in Chicago organized a grand celebration at Navy Pier’s lakefront to commemorate the 9th International Day of Yoga, which falls on June 21. Over 300 yoga enthusiasts enthusiastically participated in the event. Consul General Somnath Ghosh delivered the inaugural remarks, setting the tone for the occasion. Following his speech, renowned yoga instructors Anu Malhotra, Mara Zimmerman, Saba Haider, and Yash Choudhary conducted a captivating session of the Common Yoga Protocol. Consul General Ghosh highlighted the significance of this year’s International Day of Yoga theme, “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” and proudly presented yoga…

Following widespread criticism of its dialogues and visual effects, the film Adipurush has faced further scrutiny. Suresh Shyam Lal Gupta, the President of the All India Cine Workers Association, wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling for an immediate ban on the film due to alleged religious sentiments being hurt. Gupta also demanded an FIR to be filed against the film’s director Om Raut, co-writer Manoj Muntasir, and the producers.  The film has received backlash from critics and reviewers nationwide for specific dialogues, such as ‘marega bete’ (your son will die), ‘bua ka bagicha hain kya’ (is this…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his first historic state visit to the United States, commencing with a series of engagements in New York City and Washington DC. Invited by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, PM Modi’s visit holds significant importance. In New York, he will lead the celebrations of the International Day of Yoga at the United Nations Headquarters on June 21. The Prime Minister will then travel to Washington DC, where he will receive a ceremonial welcome at the White House on June 22 and engage in high-level dialogues with President Biden. A state…

Sprouted moong, a popular Indian snack, is widely recognized for its health benefits. Many households include it in their breakfast meals, but have you ever wondered why sprouted moong is considered so beneficial and what nutrients it contains? If not, today we will enlighten you about the advantages of sprouted moong. This desi snack is rich in a variety of vitamins that contribute to overall body health. Let’s delve into the details. One of the key nutrients found in sprouted moong is vitamin K. This vitamin plays a vital role in maintaining good health. Vitamin K offers numerous benefits, such…

The highly anticipated film Adipurush is off to a strong start, with impressive advance ticket sales. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh revealed that the Prabhas and Kriti Sanon-starrer has already sold over 470,000 tickets for its weekend shows. Adarsh expressed his excitement for the film’s potential success, predicting a “box office tsunami loading” in a tweet. Adipurush is set to release on June 16. According to Adarsh’s update on Thursday, the advance booking status at national chains PVR and INOX showed promising numbers. For weekend 1, the total tickets sold reached 479,811, encompassing both the Hindi and Telugu versions. Adarsh mentioned…