Author: Malavika Subramanyan

The University of Houston, known as the Energy University, has recognized the achievements of four outstanding individuals of Indian origin, namely Aparajita Datta, Chirag Goel, Swapnil Sharma, and Meghana Idamakanti, who have been selected as part of the inaugural cohort of UH-Chevron Energy Graduate Fellows. This distinguished group of fellows is characterized by their diverse research interests within the field of energy, as stated by the University. Among this group, Aparajita Datta, a doctoral student in political science, stands out. Her research will delve into the federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a welfare policy designed to aid households…

“Nikki Haley embodies experience, skill, and composure amid turmoil, qualities that currently don’t align with the Republican sentiment,” stated Karthick Ramakrishnan, founder and co-director of AAPI Data. Despite impressive performances in the recent debate by presidential contenders Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy, experts predict that Indian American Republicans will likely prioritize policy over identity politics and cast their votes for former President Donald Trump, who maintains a significant lead in the race. AAPI Data’s statistics reveal that among Indian Americans, 48 percent affiliate with the Democratic Party, 22 percent with the Republican Party, and 30 percent remain unaffiliated. In the…

The ALP Group proudly announces its sponsorship of Team Blaze, who have successfully secured a place in the World Finals of the F1 racing in Schools competition held in Singapore. The team consists of four talented 15-year-olds, including three female members, and their achievement of reaching the finals in the challenging F1 in Schools competition is indeed noteworthy. F1 Racing, a globally celebrated and immensely popular sport, serves as both an exhilarating experience for fans and a display of engineering prowess and team determination. Emerging from this dynamic context is “F1 for Schools,” a project designed to tap into the…

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has shared the initial findings from its lunar mission Chandrayaan-3, which successfully landed on the moon’s south pole on August 23. Just four days later, on August 27, ISRO released temperature data and images captured by the rover during its exploration. The agency provided a graph depicting temperature variations between the moon’s surface and specific distances above and below the ground. The rover also captured photographs while retracing its steps after identifying a deep crater on the lunar surface. To gain insights into the moon’s thermal behavior, the Vikram lander carried the ChaSTE (Chandra’s…

India is currently engaged in discussions with Saudi Arabia regarding the possibility of hosting Crown Prince Mr. Md Bin Salman for a state visit, immediately following the upcoming G20 summit scheduled for next month. Given the strong rapport between Crown Prince Salman and Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, who share a notable chemistry, this visit holds significance. Crown Prince Salman had last visited India in 2019. Notably, senior officials from both nations are actively deliberating on the visit and its potential outcomes. In discussions related to the visit, Mr. Saud Al-Sati, Saudi Arabia’s deputy minister for political and economic affairs,…

The Ministry of Coal continues to make remarkable strides in aligning with the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision, focusing on energy security and bolstering coal production. The Ministry’s dedication to these goals is evident through significant accomplishments and progress achieved in recent times. One of the key commitments of the Ministry is to ensure an uninterrupted supply of coal. This commitment has been strongly upheld as the total coal stock position, encompassing mine reserves, TPPs (DCB), transit, etc., has surged to 88.01 million metric tonnes (MT) by August 23rd, 2023. This remarkable increase of 24.7% compared to the stock of 70.61 MT…

Renowned actor Amitabh Bachchan has shared his perspective on ‘superstitions’, emphasizing that people should avoid believing in them as they often lead individuals astray and shouldn’t be promoted. Amitabh has been an active advocate for various social causes, including his role as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for India’s polio eradication campaign in 2002 and as a supporter of the ‘Save Our Tigers’ initiative. The veteran actor has also been an influential ‘brand ambassador’ for the Swachh Bharat Mission, contributing to public health campaigns. In 2020, he assisted the government in disseminating Covid-19 public health messages. During the ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’…

Over the past few decades, a significant number of Indians migrated to the US for coding jobs. However, their education, which goes beyond Math and Science, taught them negotiation, problem-solving, and societal impact. Rohit Jain, CIO of Harvard Business School Alumni Association and an investor at Harvard Business School Angels, notes this background aided Indians in progressing from coding to management roles in the US. Many, armed with degrees from American management schools, advanced to CEO and senior VP positions. Jain, who began as a programmer and later assumed leadership roles at IBM and Upwork, emphasizes that success in corporate…

India ranks among the world’s top five countries with rapidly growing technology talent, with a remarkable 14-fold increase in AI skills mentioned on LinkedIn profiles in the last seven years, as revealed by a LinkedIn report. The ‘Future of Work: State of Work@AI’ report from LinkedIn highlights that Canada, Finland, Singapore, India, and Ireland lead in embracing AI capabilities swiftly. Various sectors, including retail, education, and financial services, are integrating these skills, extending beyond the tech industry. In India, over 43% of the workforce reported increased AI usage by their organizations over the past year. This surge led to 60%…

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian American contender, showcased his assertive performance during the inaugural Republican presidential debate, outshining his seasoned rivals through witty remarks and confident retorts. Ramaswamy’s debut was marked by an intriguing comparison to former US President Barack Obama, prompted by his own introduction. Chris Christie, a fellow candidate and former New Jersey Governor, likened Ramaswamy to a “novice” Barack Obama due to Ramaswamy’s description of himself as a “skinny guy with a funny last name.” The resemblance sparked discussions on social media, with accusations of him imitating Obama’s persona. Ramaswamy humorously acknowledged the curiosity surrounding his presence on…