New York State Assemblywoman, Jenifer Rajkumar, has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to consider selecting New York City (NYC) as one of the host cities for the 2024 T20 World Cup. In a letter to ICC Chairman Greg Barclay, Rajkumar emphasized NYC’s status as the birthplace of international cricket and highlighted the city’s strong cricket culture and history. Rajkumar’s letter emphasized the popularity of cricket within the South Asian American community and showcased NYC’s significant cricket presence, including numerous cricket clubs, grounds, and leagues. She also highlighted NYC’s historical significance as the location of the first-ever international cricket match…
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Deepika is on her way to becoming an influential figure in the world as a young writer with a big voice and a big heart. Deepika has always possessed the highly sought-after attribute of empathy. She attended the University of Madras and graduated with a BA and MA in English. She has her mother and daughter living with her in Chennai, while she is a single parent.
Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi expressed that India’s banking industry has now become one of the strongest globally, following a remarkable turnaround over the past nine years. This progress came after the sector faced significant challenges due to scams during the previous United Progressive Alliance (UPA) regime. In a virtual Rozgar Mela, the Prime Minister handed out over 70,000 appointment letters to newly recruited individuals in the banking sector. He emphasized the critical role these recruits and the nation will play in making India a developed country by 2047, as he envisions India becoming one of the world’s top three…
Poonam Jhawer, the audaciously captivating and irresistibly seductive actress, is setting the entertainment industry ablaze with her unwavering confidence and sensual allure. With a career that blazes across Bollywood and regional cinema, she fearlessly establishes herself as an enigmatic force, captivating audiences with her scintillating performances. Though she may be seasoned, Poonam Jhawer ignites the screen and commands attention, carving a trail of passionate admiration just like the revered Malaika Arora Khan. As an artist, Poonam Jhawer possesses a mesmerizing repertoire, starring in unforgettable roles in blockbuster films like “OMG! Oh My God,” where she shared the screen with industry…
A recent survey conducted by Pew Research delves into the perspectives of Asian Americans, including individuals of Indian descent, towards their ancestral homelands. The survey encompasses responses from immigrants and U.S.-born individuals with roots in various Asian countries like India, China, the Philippines, South Korea, Japan, among others. The findings indicate that the majority of Asian Americans, including Indian Americans, hold positive attitudes towards their countries of origin. Among adult Indian Americans, an overwhelming 76 percent have a favorable opinion of India. However, Chinese Americans displayed a less positive view of their home country. Despite the positive feelings towards India,…
World Bank President, Mr. Ajay Banga, suggests that India’s robust domestic demand will likely shield it from the potential global economic slowdown expected in the first quarter of the coming year. With a significant portion of its gross domestic product derived from domestic consumption, India possesses a natural cushion against any slowdown, even if it were to occur temporarily. Discussions between India’s Finance Minister, Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, and the global lending head focused on India’s sectoral priorities, such as municipal financing, logistics, water recycling, and renewable energy grids. India seeks assistance from the World Bank Group to leverage private investments.…
The Gita Press of Gorakhpur, which was established in 1922 with the aim of spreading the teachings of the Hindu faith through books and periodicals, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The commemorative events began on June 4, 2022, with the inauguration by former President Ramnath Kovind, and concluded with a visit from Prime Minister Modi on July 7. Initially, Gita Press operated out of a rented room in Kolkata under the management of Jaydal Goenka and Hanuman Prasad Poddar, as a part of the Govind Bhawan Karyalaya. Today, it has grown to become the largest publication center for Hindu religious…
Just one week after her trip to China, Janet Yellen, the US Treasury Secretary, arrived in Gujarat for the G20 summit and expressed that the United States considers India as an essential partner in its policy of “friend-shoring.” Yellen addressed the press prior to her participation in the summit and emphasized the importance of derisking and friend-shoring, which involves encouraging companies to relocate their manufacturing operations from authoritarian countries to allied nations. During her press briefing, Yellen stated, “Friend-shoring is a crucial aspect of our strategy to enhance the resilience of our supply chain, and we view India as an…
Sendbird, the global in-app conversations platform powering over 300 million monthly active users across 4000 apps, today announced the launch of its SmartAssistant, a first-of-its-kind, conversational AI solution for marketing, commerce, and customer service. SmartAssistant is a highly flexible AI chatbot for apps that provides high-quality responses to user queries. Whether it’s answering frequently asked questions, offering personalized product recommendations, or troubleshooting order issues, Sendbird’s SmartAssistant ensures helpful and human-like responses throughout the customer journey. Creating an AI-powered chat app can be remarkably fast and seamless using the Sendbird Chat UIKit. And now, with SmartAssistants being deployable from the Sendbird…
Ebina Entertainment, a film production company, recently had the honor of meeting the Honorable Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis Ji, and Senior BJP Party Functionary and national treasurer Shri Rajesh Agarwal Ji, to discuss their upcoming film, “Operation AMG.” The team was commended for their extensive research and ground-level efforts in bringing this important story to the silver screen. Ebina Entertainment presented the official poster of “Operation AMG” to Honorable Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Ji. The film is inspired by the true story of “Operation Ganga,” showcasing India’s courageous mission to rescue its citizens from Ukraine. Honorable Deputy…
During the India-France CEO forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon French industry leaders to explore investment opportunities in various sectors of the Indian economy and be part of India’s growth journey. Modi emphasized the ongoing economic reforms and his government’s initiatives in areas such as renewables, startups, pharma, IT, digital payments, and infrastructure to facilitate business development. The forum brought together CEOs from diverse sectors, including aviation, manufacturing, defense, technology, and energy, with 16 CEOs representing the French side and 24 from the Indian side. Prominent French business leaders such as Airbus’ Guillaume Faury, Alstom’s Henri Poupart Lafarge, Schneider…
