Author: Bhakti Narayanan

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…

Genezen, a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in gene and cell therapy, has announced the appointment of Dr. Susan D’Costa as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Dr. Nicole O’Brien as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Dr. D’Costa’s extensive experience in molecular virology, particularly in AAV manufacturing, will contribute to the growth of Genezen’s AAV business unit. She has held leadership positions at various companies in the gene and cell therapy field, including Florida Biologix, Brammer Bio, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Alcyone Therapeutics. Dr. O’Brien brings valuable expertise in designing and implementing manufacturing programs for gene and cell therapies, gained…

According to a tweet from the finance minister’s office, the Indian economy has witnessed a remarkable growth of more than 87% in US dollar terms over the course of nine years leading up to 2023. India’s GDP has now reached US$ 3.75 trillion in 2023, a significant increase from around US$ 2 trillion in 2014. This substantial growth has propelled India from being the world’s 10th largest economy to the 5th largest, earning recognition for India as a bright spot in the global economy, as stated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. V Anantha Nageswaran, the chief economic advisor, has expressed…

The Tamil community in southern Bavaria marked the first anniversary of the Sellapillaiyar church in Fürstenfeldbruck with a temple festival and parade. The festivities revolved around the worship of Ganesha, the elephant-headed God. Despite its location near the S-Bahn tracks in the Fürstenfeldbruck industrial park, stepping into the Sellapillaiyar Hindu temple transports visitors to a different world. In the early morning, devotees gather to prepare offerings for the Hindu service called puja. Lerai Dharmakulasinghamth, who traveled from Munich for the event, explains the significance of Ganesha: “No matter what we embark upon, be it a test or building a house,…