Author: Malavika Subramanyan

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized on Tuesday that India is prepared to work with any future president of the United States, regardless of who is elected. While discussing the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, Jaishankar expressed confidence in India’s ability to collaborate with the American administration, regardless of the election outcome. Speaking at the launch of Indiaspora’s Impact report in New Delhi, Jaishankar noted, “Generally, we refrain from commenting on other countries’ elections, as we hope others would do the same with ours. The American system will deliver its verdict, and we are confident that we can work with whoever…

The arrival of the Indian Navy’s stealth frigate, INS Tabar, at London’s iconic Tower Bridge from August 7 to 11, 2024, marked a significant milestone in the strengthening of India-UK relations. This event not only showcased India’s naval prowess but also celebrated the cultural unity and vibrant spirit of the Indian diaspora in the UK. As the Talwar-class frigate passed under the Tower Bridge, the Indian community in London came together in a spirited display of patriotism, with chants of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” filling the air. The sight of INS Tabar docked next to HMS Belfast was a proud…

Team India concluded their Paris Olympics campaign with a total of six medals, including one silver and five bronze. The country dispatched 117 athletes to participate in various events at the prestigious games. India secured the 71st spot on the medal tally, while the United States dominated with an impressive haul of 126 medals. Manu Bhaker kicked off India’s medal haul by clinching a bronze in shooting, marking her as the first Indian woman to win an Olympic shooting medal. She further cemented her place in history by becoming the first Indian to win two medals at a single Olympics,…

Raj Bhakta has always prided himself on his ability to anticipate future trends, a claim not without merit. Sixteen years ago, he played a pivotal role in reviving rye whiskey in America through WhistlePig, a craft distillery in Shoreham, Vermont. At the time, rye was considered a lesser, unrefined alternative to bourbon, but Bhakta’s efforts transformed it into a sophisticated, upscale spirit. In 2020, four years after being ousted from WhistlePig, the company he founded, Bhakta established Bhakta Spirits, a brand dedicated to discovering and selling rare whiskies, brandies, and rums from around the globe. The first product from Bhakta…

Indian American Akhil Shrivastava has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Estée Lauder Companies Inc., starting November 1. Shrivastava, a Delhi University graduate, will report directly to Executive Chairman William P. Lauder and President and CEO Fabrizio Freda. Fabrizio Freda praised Shrivastava’s over 25 years of financial and leadership expertise, emphasizing his crucial role in steering the company’s strategic initiatives. Freda expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with Shrivastava to enhance the company’s profitability and sales growth. In his new role, Shrivastava will oversee the company’s Global Finance, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, and New Business Development. He…

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, disqualified from the 50 kg freestyle final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, is gearing up to contest the ruling with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Phogat, 29, was disqualified after weighing in slightly over the limit on the day of the final, resulting in her returning home without a medal. She is now seeking a reversal of this decision through an appeal with CAS. The court has requested until Thursday at 11:30 am IST to deliver its final decision. Should CAS rule in Phogat’s favor, the International Olympic Committee will be required to award…

Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for the US presidency, has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Walz, a former Congressman, army veteran, teacher, and football coach, hails from a small town in the American Midwest. This selection aims to challenge the Donald Trump-JD Vance Republican ticket. On Tuesday morning, Harris made the announcement on Instagram, expressing her pride in selecting Walz. She emphasized his deep commitment to middle-class families and noted that his values resonated with her on a personal level. Tim Walz, who leads the Democratic Governors Association, was not widely known nationally until recently. Three…

On Monday, August 5, global markets took a dramatic dive, sending shockwaves through financial hubs worldwide. However, on Tuesday, August 6, there were signs of recovery as investors hoped for prompt rate cuts by central banks to bolster economic stability and market confidence. On August 5, key U.S. indices, including the Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones, alongside major European markets like the UK’s FTSE, France’s CAC 40, and Germany’s DAX, suffered substantial losses. The Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones all dropped by approximately 3%, while the FTSE, DAX, and CAC 40 fell by up to 2%. This decline…

Two Indian American high school students from California partnered with Suvidha Vikas Trust and Jagruthi in India, as well as the USA-based Suvidha International Foundation, to organize a free mega medical camp. This event aimed to provide comprehensive health check-ups directly to impoverished patients’ doorsteps. The camp took place on July 21, 2024, at M.P Primary School in Ashtnagurthi Village, Wyra Mandal, Khammam District, Telangana, India. Over 400 patients attended, seeking assistance for various health issues, and were examined by a panel of doctors who also distributed free medicines. Abhiram Dhulipala and Sriram Vempati, high school students from Granite Bay…

On Friday, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced plans for a new international cricket stadium in Hyderabad. This stadium will be located at Begarikancha on the city’s outskirts, where the foundation for Young India Skills University was laid the previous day. Reddy informed the state Assembly that initial talks about the proposed stadium had already taken place with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He emphasized the state government’s commitment to promoting sports and mentioned that a new sports policy would soon be announced, inspired by Haryana’s sports policy. For the fiscal year 2024-25, the state…