A new children’s book on Diwali, written by Indian-American author Chhavi Arya Bhargava, seeks to raise awareness of the festival’s cultural traditions while promoting inclusivity and diversity. Titled “A Kids Book About Diwali,” the book is part of a popular series by A Kids Co. and aims to provide a universal connection to the festival, regardless of cultural background. In an interview with PTI, Bhargava mentioned that her motivation to write the book stemmed from the desire to create something accessible for all children, whether they celebrate Diwali or are simply curious about the holiday. She wanted those who observe…
Author: Deepika chandrasekar
Deepika chandrasekar
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.
On Friday, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal highlighted the strengthening ties between the United States and India, emphasizing their collaboration across various fields, including trade, technology, and investment. Goyal reaffirmed India’s commitment to its partnership with the U.S., stating, “Let me be clear: India considers the United States one of our most dependable trade partners. We are actively broadening our relations and trade in goods, services, technology, and investment. We value this partnership deeply.” He mentioned that under Prime Minister Modi, India has maintained robust connections with the Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations and expects this positive…
The 2024 presidential election marks a pivotal moment in American politics, as abortion rights take center stage. This election is particularly significant as it follows extensive restrictions and outright bans on abortion across numerous states, a change precipitated by a crucial Supreme Court ruling. A total of ten states will present referendum questions on abortion, which will be included on ballots for the presidential vote. These referendums could lead to substantial changes in abortion legislation, potentially overturning restrictions that affect millions of women. Meanwhile, Democrats are optimistic that this issue will galvanize a wider segment of voters in their favor.…
Vice President Kamala Harris is making a notable stop in Ripon, Wisconsin, the birthplace of the Republican Party, as part of her presidential campaign. On Thursday, she will host an event in this symbolic town, joined by former GOP Representative Liz Cheney, who endorsed her candidacy last month. The event will take place at the historic Little White Schoolhouse, where the Republican Party was founded in 1854. Harris and Cheney will use the occasion to discuss the history of the GOP and make a direct appeal to Republicans and independents who are disillusioned with her opponent, former President Donald Trump.…
A major leadership change is underway at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), with Tony Vinciquerra set to step down as Chairman and CEO, effective January 2, 2025. He will be succeeded by Indian American executive Ravi Ahuja, who currently serves as Chairman of Global Television Studios and President and COO at SPE. Ahuja’s promotion comes after years of mentorship from Vinciquerra, who hired him back in 2007 during their time at Fox Networks Group. While Vinciquerra will step aside from his CEO role, he will remain with SPE as non-executive Chairman until the end of 2025 in an advisory capacity. Ahuja’s…
In the first 100 days of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s second term, India has made significant progress in enhancing its global influence through various diplomatic, maritime, and digital initiatives. According to an official report by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India has expanded its international partnerships, particularly in renewable energy and digital payments infrastructure. Five new diplomatic missions were inaugurated in Albania, Gabon, Georgia, Latvia, and Timor-Leste, reflecting India’s commitment to increasing its global presence. Two Indian Consulates were also opened in Auckland, New Zealand, and Barcelona, Spain. To further strengthen ties with the Indian diaspora, e-passport pilot projects…
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has committed to implementing stricter security measures at the border and reforming America’s immigration system, aiming to counter frequent political attacks from her Republican rival, Donald Trump, as the November election approaches. Harris made these remarks during her visit to the US-Mexico border in Douglas, Arizona, on Friday. While adopting a firm stance on border security, she also advocated for a “pathway to citizenship” for undocumented migrants currently residing in the U.S. Harris stated, “As President, I will collaborate with Congress to finally establish a pathway to citizenship for dedicated immigrants who have lived here…
The White House affirmed that the United States’ relationship with India is “strong and getting stronger,” underlining President Joe Biden’s commitment to enhancing this bilateral partnership. As his presidency approaches its conclusion, the administration reflected on the advancements made with India, stating that Biden will take pride in the deepening ties when he looks back on his term. John Kirby, National Security Communications Advisor, characterized the relationship in three words: “strong, and getting stronger,” during a press briefing in response to a query from PTI about the evolution of US-India relations during Biden’s presidency and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.…
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris spoke alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, a day after former President Trump criticized Zelenskyy for not negotiating a deal with Russia that Trump claimed could have ended the ongoing war. Harris emphasized her commitment to ensuring Ukraine prevails in the war, which is now entering its third year, and achieves a just peace. Without directly naming Trump, she criticized certain voices in the U.S. advocating for Ukraine to relinquish significant territory and compromise its security alliances. She stated that such proposals mirror those of Russian President Vladimir Putin, clarifying that they…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted India’s position on key global governance reforms during his speech at the second G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. This event took place under Brazil’s G20 Presidency, alongside the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York. The meeting, chaired by Brazilian President Lula da Silva, included prominent global leaders such as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. As a member of the G20 Troika, Jaishankar focused on three major areas of global governance reform: the reform of the United Nations and its associated bodies, the…
