Author: Staff Reporter

On January 22, 2024, the city of Ayodhya in India will witness a historic event that has been long-awaited by millions of Hindus all over the world. It is the grand opening of the Ram Mandir, a temple dedicated to Lord Ram, the revered deity of Hinduism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to open the Ram Temple for devotees in a grand inauguration ceremony. This momentous occasion holds great significance not only for devotees but also for the country as a whole. Let me give you a glimpse into the future and learn about the history, facts, and…

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AccentCare, a prominent provider of post-acute home healthcare services, has appointed Saurabh Gupta as its Chief Financial Officer, effective from January 8. In his new role, Gupta will lead financial strategies and drive business performance, reporting directly to CEO Laura Tortorella. Expressing enthusiasm about the opportunity at the Dallas-headquartered healthcare provider, Gupta stated, “I look forward to partnering with the team to help accelerate its growth trajectory and continue to serve as the provider of choice in the industry.” CEO Tortorella welcomed Gupta, recognizing him as a highly regarded leader in the healthcare space. She highlighted his deep industry expertise…

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Neena Singh has made history as the first Sikh and Indian-American woman sworn in as Mayor of Montgomery Township in New Jersey, USA. Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman administered the oath at the Montgomery Township Reorganisation Meeting on January 4. Having lived in Montgomery for 24 years, Singh was unanimously chosen as Mayor by fellow Township Committee members. She expressed gratitude for being sworn in by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and highlighted the significance of her role as the first elected Sikh woman Mayor in New Jersey and the first Indian-American woman Mayor. Singh’s motivation lies in a strong sense of…

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The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has joined forces with the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, set to occur from January 10-12, 2024, in Gandhinagar. Spearheading a delegation of more than 35 Fortune American companies, including Salesforce, Abbott, Blackstone, HSBC, UPS, Micron, Cisco, SHRM, among others, USISPF aims to boost investments in Gujarat. Emerson’s President and CEO, Lal Karsanbhai, will lead the delegation alongside USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi. The delegation’s focus includes leveraging India’s expertise in hi-tech manufacturing, particularly in semiconductors and chip manufacturing. Additionally, they will explore opportunities in energy transition, chemicals, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, and…

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The Indian American Impact Fund, dedicated to enhancing the political representation of Indian American communities, has officially endorsed Suhas Subramanyam’s congressional campaign in Virginia’s 10th District. In a media release, Subramanyam expressed excitement about the support, emphasizing his commitment to serving Northern Virginia’s growing South Asian population. Subramanyam’s campaign reported a noteworthy achievement, raising over $270,000 in the fourth fundraising quarter within six weeks of entering the race. With more than $240,000 in cash on hand for the new year, Subramanyam acknowledged the substantial grassroots support and vowed to leverage his record of advocating for Northern Virginian families in addressing…

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The Cabinet sanctioned the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) on March 31, 2021, allocating $1.30 billion for implementation from FY 2021-22 to FY 2026-27. The scheme focuses on incentivizing manufacturing in four food product segments, promoting Innovative/Organic products of SMEs, and encouraging global branding and marketing. Additionally, the PLI Scheme for Millet-based Products, initiated in FY 2022-23 with a budget of $95.92 million, utilized the scheme’s savings. As of April-September 2023, PLI beneficiaries have reported investments totaling $854.46 million, with sales amounting to $5.97 billion. According to scheme guidelines, PLI beneficiaries must submit incentive claims for…

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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the significance of tribal welfare in Jammu and Kashmir since August 2019. During the virtual launch of ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Raj Bhawan Srinagar, Sinha highlighted the administration’s commitment to empowering tribal communities through diverse initiatives. Acknowledging the importance of tribal welfare, Sinha expressed gratitude to PM Modi for initiating outreach activities in Bandipora and Rajouri. The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, aimed at benefitting eligible individuals not yet availing various schemes, received praise from the LG. The Sankalp Yatra in J&K kicked off from Budhal, Rajouri, Gurez, and Bandipora,…

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Genpact, the New York-based professional services firm, has appointed Balkrishan Kalra as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the retirement of ‘Tiger’ Tyagarajan. Kalra, currently serving as the Global Business Leader for financial services, consumer, and healthcare, will officially assume the role on February 9, 2024. With a career spanning over 30 years, Kalra is known for assisting companies in their growth journey, and he has been associated with Genpact since 1999, holding various leadership positions. Expressing his excitement about the appointment, Kalra highlighted his eagerness to collaborate with the board and leadership team to drive a new phase of…

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During the trailer launch event of his upcoming film, “Sam Bahadur,” Vicky Kaushal, portraying Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, shared insights into his initial apprehensions about the role. The actor expressed doubts about his suitability for the legendary figure, feeling he wasn’t good-looking enough for Meghna Gulzar’s project. Reflecting on when Meghna revealed her intention to make a film about Sam Manekshaw during the Raazi shoot in Patiala, Vicky admitted secretly Googling the Field Marshal’s photo and considering him too handsome for the role. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, “Sam Bahadur” unfolds against the 1971 India-Pakistan war, led by Sam Manekshaw, resulting…

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The Netherlands has modified its ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup squad for the final match against India. Pacer Ryan Klein’s exclusion due to a back injury led to the promotion of young batter Noah Croes into the 15-player lineup. The tournament’s Event Technical Committee approved the change, allowing Croes to potentially play in the Sunday clash against undefeated India in Bengaluru. Despite limited international experience, Croes, who played one ODI during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier, now has the opportunity to contribute in the final. His previous appearance saw him scoring seven against Sri Lanka. In contrast, Klein’s…

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