Author: Nupur Rohila

On Thursday, India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar conveyed sincere thanks to South Korea for its unwavering support following the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In a phone call with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Taeyul, Jaishankar highlighted the importance of global unity in the fight against terrorism. He shared on X, “I had a conversation with Foreign Minister Cho Taeyul this morning. I expressed my gratitude for the Republic of Korea’s (ROK) support following the Pahalgam attack and highlighted the need to fight terrorism in all its forms.” The terrorist assault on April 22 in…

Professor Ajay K. Sood, who serves as the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister of India, has been inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the world’s most esteemed academic institutions. Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, shared on X (formerly Twitter) that Prof. Ajay K. Sood, India’s Principal Scientific Adviser, has been honored with the title of Fellow at the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He highlighted this recognition as a major milestone for both the scientist and the country. Prof. Sood joins an elite list…

The AAPI-QLI chapter, representing Queens and Long Island, organized a celebratory event at Pearl Restaurant in New York City to recognize Dr. Krishan Kumar’s election as the national AAPI Vice President. His win is notable, being the first from AAPI-QLI to achieve this national position in nearly three decades. During his speech, Dr. Kumar reflected on the significance of the moment. He highlighted that AAPI comprises more than 100,000 physicians and 25,000 medical students of Indian origin. “Every sixth patient in the US is treated by an Indian-origin doctor,” he noted with pride. Dr. Kumar credited his medical education in…

The devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including a foreign national, has triggered widespread international outrage. The United States and other international powers have expressed their steadfast support for India following this tragedy. US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard extended her condolences and reiterated Washington’s support for India in bringing the perpetrators to justice. She expressed solidarity with India following the terrorist attack targeting Hindus, offering sympathies to the victims’ families, Prime Minister Modi, and the Indian people, and pledged continued assistance in the pursuit of justice. President of…

Vice President JD Vance has called on India to eliminate select non-tariff barriers that hinder American businesses from entering the Indian market. He highlighted this as a vital step before finalizing a broader trade pact between the two nations. Speaking at a public address in Jaipur, Vance emphasized that these trade obstacles create difficulty for smooth commercial exchanges. He noted that while India faces similar challenges in countries like the US, EU, China, Japan, and South Korea, the goal is mutual ease of access. Non-tariff barriers, or NTBs, differ from traditional tariffs, as they are not taxes but rather rules…

 U.S. Vice President JD Vance, along with his family, landed in Agra on the morning of April 23, 2025, amid heightened security protocols. His arrival marked a significant diplomatic moment, as he was welcomed with grandeur by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at the Agra Air Force Station’s Technical Airport. The reception included a bouquet presentation and a warm display of Indian hospitality. The Vice President’s visit centered around a tour of the world-renowned Taj Mahal. From the airport to the monument, the city transformed into a visual celebration of Indo-American friendship. Children stood along the 12-kilometer motorcade route,…

Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday during his official visit to India. The two leaders announced the finalization of the Terms of Reference for the US-India Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), marking a pivotal moment in ongoing trade discussions between the nations. The Vice President, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance, their children, and senior Trump administration officials, visited PM Modi’s residence. During their meeting, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the progress made in trade negotiations and emphasized the importance of the BTA in enhancing job creation, economic integration, and…

In a historic development for the UK’s healthcare landscape, Dr. Mumtaz Patel has been appointed as the new president of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), becoming the first woman of Indian heritage to hold the position in the institution’s 500-year history. Her appointment represents a major advancement for gender and ethnic representation in medical leadership. Based in Manchester, Dr. Patel is a seasoned consultant nephrologist. She has been serving as the RCP’s senior censor and vice president for education and training, and stepped in as acting president since June 2024. With over two decades of dedicated service to the…

United States Vice President J.D. Vance arrived in New Delhi on Monday, marking the beginning of an important four-day diplomatic visit to India. Accompanied by his Indian-origin wife Usha Chilukuri Vance and their three children, this visit represents the first time in over ten years that a sitting US Vice President has visited India. The previous one was by Joe Biden back in 2013. Vance’s trip, which started with a stopover in Italy, began with his arrival at the Air Force Station in Palam, where Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw greeted him. A ceremonial Guard of Honour greeted Vice President Vance…

In a remarkable milestone, India’s pharmaceutical exports exceeded $30 billion during the financial year FY25, with the US remaining a crucial market, accounting for over one-third of the total exports. Official trade data reveals that the pharma exports reached $30.47 billion, marking a 9% growth compared to $27.85 billion in FY24. In March, exports surged by over 30% year-on-year, reaching $3.68 billion, compared to $2.81 billion in the same month the previous fiscal. Notably, exports to the US grew by 14.29%, totaling $8.95 billion in FY25. Beyond the United States, India’s leading destinations for pharmaceutical exports were the United Kingdom,…