In a significant move toward cultural inclusivity, the Illinois House of Representatives has unanimously approved a bill to officially designate Diwali Day, honoring the vibrant traditions of the Indian American community. Though Diwali hasn’t been declared a state holiday yet, the new legislation stands as a meaningful recognition of the festival’s deep cultural and religious significance for the Indian American community in Illinois. House Bill 1075, introduced by State Representative Daniel Didech of Buffalo Grove, proposes that the day of Diwali be officially recognized as Diwali Day in Illinois. On his official Facebook page, Representative Daniel Didech announced that the…
Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee
Shradhanjali Mukherjee
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Nikhil Rathi, the Indian-origin head of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has been reappointed for a second five-year term by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves. Lauding his leadership as essential to the government’s reform mission, Reeves emphasised that Rathi’s role would be pivotal in accelerating economic growth and investment in the country. As the chief regulator overseeing over 40,000 financial institutions, the FCA plays a vital role in upholding transparency and trust in the UK’s financial markets. The Treasury said Rathi would continue steering the FCA as it strives to eliminate outdated and redundant regulations, positioning the UK…
The executive order issued by US President Donald Trump has imposed an additional duty of 27 per cent on Indian goods entering the United States. In response, the Commerce and Industry Ministry, led by Piyush Goyal, is carefully examining the implications of this order, the ministry stated on Thursday.The US President’s executive order on reciprocal tariffs has introduced additional ad-valorem duties that range from 10 per cent to 50 per cent on imports from all trading partners. The baseline duty of 10 per cent is set to be effective from April 5, 2025, while the remaining country-specific additional ad-valorem duties…
April 2, 2011, remains etched in the hearts of Indian cricket fans as one of the greatest moments in the sport’s history. On this day, India lifted the ICC ODI World Cup for the second time, 28 years after their first triumph in 1983, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Fourteen years later, members of the 2011 World Cup-winning squad continue to cherish the memories of that historic night and took to social media to celebrate the anniversary of the momentous occasion. “ON THIS DAY in 2011, India scripted history by winning the ICC Cricket World Cup! I still get…
Santa Clara Family Health Plan (SCFHP) has appointed Manish Nautiyal as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO), following the retirement of Jonathan Tamayo, who held the position since 2015. Nautiyal brings over 22 years of experience in healthcare IT and will lead SCFHP’s IT strategy and operations to ensure that technology supports the organization’s mission of expanding healthcare access in Santa Clara County. Nautiyal is a seasoned technology executive with a strong background in software engineering, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and healthcare IT infrastructure. Before joining SCFHP, he served as Senior Vice President of IT Development and Infrastructure at Beacon Healthcare Systems,…
The Indian American Impact Fund has officially announced its endorsements for the 2025 election cycle, supporting candidates in crucial local and statewide races across the United States. Chintan Patel, the executive director of the PAC, highlighted the significance of these elections, stressing their impact on everyday life. “The elections happening at the local and state levels this year will shape not only our future but also our daily experiences in profound ways,” he stated. Among the endorsed candidates are Mussab Ali for Mayor of Jersey City, Dini Ajmani for Mayor of Hoboken, Shashi Sinha for Mayor of Rochester, Balvir Singh…
Abound, a remittance app spun off from Times Internet in 2023, has raised $14 million in its first external funding round as it aims to expand its reach among Indian expatriates in the U.S. The funding round, led by NEAR Foundation with participation from Circle Ventures, Times Internet, and other investors, will help the company enhance its offerings and grow its presence. With India leading global remittance inflows—receiving $129.1 billion in 2024—Abound seeks to capitalize on this market through its mobile app. CEO Nishkaam Mehta highlighted the financial strength of Indian expats in the U.S., whose average household income significantly…
India has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in medical technology with the successful execution of the country’s first robotic cardiac telesurgery across a distance of 2,000 kilometers. SS Innovations, a Made-in-India surgical robotic system manufacturer, announced on Friday that its state-of-the-art SSI Mantra robotic system had accomplished this unprecedented feat. The long-distance, tele-robotic-assisted intracardiac surgery was conducted from SS Innovations’ headquarters in Gurugram, with the surgical procedure performed on a 35-year-old patient located at Aster CMI Hospital in Bengaluru. The surgery lasted for 2 hours and 40 minutes and involved closing a complex Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), a congenital heart condition…
India now boasts 284 billionaires, with their collective wealth soaring to a remarkable $1.14 trillion, as revealed in the latest report. The ‘Hurun Global Rich List for 2025’ shows that the nation’s wealthiest individuals have experienced a 10 percent growth in their fortunes over the past year. Notably, Mumbai stands out with 90 billionaires. On the global stage, India continues to maintain a strong presence, ranking third in terms of the number of billionaires, trailing only behind the United States and China. The United States holds the top spot with a staggering 870 billionaires. The Hurun report further notes that…
The Indian American community in New York gathered to bid farewell to Dr. Varun Jeph, India’s outgoing Deputy Consul General, in a heartfelt reception hosted by community leaders Harish Thakkar and Ajay Patel. The event brought together members of the diaspora to celebrate Dr. Jeph’s impactful tenure and his efforts to strengthen bilateral ties. Harish Thakkar, former President of AIA NY and a respected community leader, commended Dr. Jeph for his proactive leadership, emphasizing the efficiency and dedication of the Indian Consulate under his guidance. His sentiments were echoed by Ajay Patel, who extended a warm welcome to the departing…