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Indian-Americans are emerging as powerful political figures, stepping away from quiet support roles to take the lead with bold agendas. Saikat Chakrabarti, a Harvard graduate and ex-Stripe engineer, chose activism over comfort. As co-founder of Justice Democrats and former chief of staff to AOC, he’s now taking on Democratic icon Nancy Pelosi. His revolution is digital—driven by policy, spreadsheets, and direct grassroots engagement. On another front, Dini Ajmani, a seasoned public finance expert and former US Treasury official, is running for Mayor of Hoboken. Her campaign centres on practical concerns such as repairing potholes, balancing budgets, and strengthening infrastructure to…

Photo Courtesy : X.com The 2025 Global Firepower Index data paints a detailed and striking picture of the military balance between India and Pakistan, two nuclear-armed neighbors whose rivalry has defined South Asian geopolitics for over seven decades. While both countries maintain sizable and capable armed forces, a close examination reveals that India enjoys clear advantages across almost every dimension of military power—manpower, economic strength, airpower, ground forces, and naval capabilities. However, Pakistan’s defense strategy relies on specific strengths, strategic deterrence, and regional tactics to maintain a credible balance. Source : https://www.globalfirepower.com Manpower: India’s Numerical Supremacy Manpower remains one…

Sharmin Ali, a celebrated Indian-American entrepreneur and bestselling author based in New York, is set to unveil her third book, “BITCH, STOP! PLEASE..: An Entrepreneur’s Journey of Innovation from Chaos to Clarity,” on April 8, 2025. In this deeply personal narrative, Ali takes readers through her evolution—from her childhood in India to establishing herself as a powerhouse in the startup and tech industries. With a successful track record that includes a startup exit worth eight figures and over $20 million raised in funding, she offers a rare, unfiltered perspective on what it takes to thrive in the high-pressure world of…

Italy Looks to Deepen Economic Partnership with India, Boost Bilateral Investments and Exports Deputy PM Antonio Tajani underscores India’s strategic role in the Indo-Pacific; Piyush Goyal highlights opportunities in fashion, AI, tourism, and green tech. In a significant boost to India-Italy relations, Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, announced plans to strengthen economic cooperation with India through increased investments, greater exports, and deeper industry collaboration. His remarks came during the Italy-India Business, Science, and Technology Forum held in New Delhi on Friday. “India is an important country for stability in the Indo-Pacific region, and this…

San Francisco-based attorney Harmeet Dhillon, a prominent conservative voice and key member of Donald Trump’s legal team, has been officially confirmed by the U.S. Senate to head the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice. Dhillon, known for her outspoken alignment with the former president and her firm stance on right-wing legal causes, will now oversee the division’s criminal and civil cases, including hate crime investigations, voting rights cases, and police discrimination probes. During her confirmation process, Dhillon voiced strong opposition to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, labeling them unconstitutional and supporting efforts to ban them across public…

Ramesh Agarwal, the William Palm Professor of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, has been named the recipient of the 2025 John J. Montgomery Award for Distinguished Innovation in Aerospace. Presented by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), this award honors engineers who have made exceptional contributions to aerospace research and technology. Agarwal, an expert in computational fluid dynamics, aeroacoustics, hypersonic flows, and magnetohydrodynamics, has played a significant role in advancing aerospace science. His work spans propulsion, aerodynamics, and multidisciplinary design, helping to drive forward innovation in the industry. The award will be presented at the ASME SSDM…

Indian-American lawmakers and the diaspora have strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s recent imposition of a 26% reciprocal tariff on Indian exports, calling it a reckless move that could damage both economies. Trump justified the tariff by stating that since India charges the US 52%, America will charge half of that in return. The decision is part of a broader move imposing tariffs on about 60 countries. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi condemned the measure, calling it a financial burden on American families and small businesses, warning that it isolates the US from its allies while empowering adversaries. Congressman Ro Khanna, in a…