Author: Malavika Subramanyan

Nabarun Dasgupta, an Indian American scientist, has earned a place in TIME’s 2023 TIME100 Next list as an advocate. In recent years, this scientist, affiliated with the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina, has actively engaged in an initiative through the nonprofit organization Remedy Alliance. The primary focus of this program was to overcome challenges hindering the distribution of naloxone, a critical drug used to reverse opioid overdoses, especially among those at the forefront of tackling the opioid crisis. Through innovative approaches such as establishing new supply chains and bulk purchasing of naloxone, the…

At a recent event at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, DC, Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the growing collaboration between India and the United States. Blinken highlighted the dynamism of the U.S.-India strategic partnership, citing cooperation in advanced semiconductors and defense. During Prime Minister Modi’s state visit to the U.S. in June, the White House announced significant investments of US $3.55 billion by American companies in a semiconductor assembly and test facility in India. This investment aimed to diversify India’s semiconductor supply chain and promote semiconductor education and workforce development by having Lam…

The fiscal year FY24 is expected to witness a positive trend in the profitability of banks, even though the growth rate may vary in percentage terms due to robust projections for the loan book’s expansion. ICRA experts, a reputable rating agency, anticipate that Public Sector Banks (PSBs) will maintain a strong overall profitability exceeding Rs. 1 lakh crore (US$ 12 billion). During a recent webinar, analysts from the agency reiterated their optimistic outlook for the banking sector. They anticipate that the sector’s loan portfolio will continue to experience substantial growth in FY24, which will consequently boost earnings. Furthermore, lower credit…

Raj Subramaniam, the President and CEO of FedEx Corporation, will receive the 2023 Pinnacle Award at the 2023 Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Award. The award is presented by the Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) and recognizes those who have reached the pinnacle of their professional careers. Subramaniam will be honored along with 50 other Asian American executives at a gala dinner on September 21. John Wang, President and Founder of AABDC, praised Subramaniam’s leadership in the logistics and supply chain industry, stating that he serves as an inspiration and role model for the Asian American professional community.…

In its fifth season, “Beyond the Fog Radio,” a podcast dedicated to exploring the vibrant neighborhoods and remarkable individuals of San Francisco, showcased the story of Indian-American Psychiatrist Raghu Appasani. Raghu Appasani stands out as a first-generation Indian American integrative psychiatrist, neuroscientist, psychotherapist, mental health advocate, author, social entrepreneur, and even an amateur chef. His significant contributions include founding The Minds Foundation, an NGO in India focused on promoting global mental wellness and accessibility. Moreover, Appasani is deeply involved in cutting-edge mental health research, serving as an addiction psychiatry fellow at the University of California, San Francisco. Alongside his colleagues,…

Apple, having recently launched its new iPhone 15 series, has integrated India’s NavIC satellite navigation system into its high-end iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models to enhance location-based services. NavIC offers precise real-time positioning and timing services. In the tech specifications, Apple highlights that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max now support NavIC alongside other satellite navigation systems such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou. This marks the first instance of Apple extending support for NavIC to its iPhone models. Historically, GPS, controlled by the US government, has been the predominant satellite-based navigation…

Nirva Kapasi Patel, an attorney of Indian origin and a passionate advocate for animal rights, has been chosen as the new executive director of Harvard Law School’s Brooks McCormick Jr. Animal Law and Policy Program. Patel, who has served on Farm Sanctuary’s board of directors for the past five years, boasts a diverse background in law, science, communications, and animal policy. Notably, she has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at ending public funding for cruel and unnecessary animal experimentation. In her new capacity, Patel expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I am overjoyed to join a team that boldly challenges and…

India has created 52 million formal jobs in the past four years, with 47% of them being first jobs, according to the State Bank of India’s latest Ecowrap. This has been documented in payroll data from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and the National Pension Scheme (NPS). The report shows that over the four-year period, there were 48.6 million new EPF members, along with 3.1 million new NPS members. However, the actual net new payroll under EPFO was 22.7 million during the four-year period, and the second job was 21.7 million, according to the report. In addition, Group Chief…

Dr. Prem Reddy, an Indian-American physician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, was recently honored with the Healthcare Lifetime Achievement Award by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) in the United States. The award ceremony took place in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and was attended by prominent figures, including Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The IACC bestowed this prestigious recognition upon Dr. Reddy in acknowledgment of his visionary leadership, which has played a pivotal role in the revitalization and enhancement of hospitals across the nation. Some notable examples include Garden City Hospital in Garden City and Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron, Michigan, among others.…

Rohil Dhaliwal, a third-year bioengineering student at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), dedicated his summer to conducting research on plant growth in microgravity. His opportunity arose through an internship at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California. During this internship, Dhaliwal collaborated with the Planetary Protection Group, an essential division responsible for establishing protocols to prevent cross-contamination during space exploration. Among his tasks, he played a pivotal role in reconfiguring equipment designed to simulate microgravity conditions for plant studies. Reflecting on his experience, Dhaliwal expressed his excitement about working at a place…