Mehtab Sandhu has been appointed as a Judge in the Orange County Superior Court by California Governor Gavin Newsom. With an extensive legal background, Sandhu has been serving as an Assistant City Attorney for Anaheim since 2022. Prior to that, he was a Deputy City Attorney and Community Prosecutor for Anaheim from 2021 to 2022 and worked as a Deputy District Attorney in San Bernardino County from 2012 to 2021. In 2012, Sandhu also worked as an Associate at the firm Bernstein, Litowitz, Berger & Grossman. Sandhu steps into this role following the retirement of Judge Steven Bromberg. He is…
Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee
Shradhanjali Mukherjee
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Over the past three years, more than 30 million workers have successfully registered on the e-Shram portal, according to information shared in the Lok Sabha. Union Minister of State for Finance, Mr. Pankaj Chaudhary, reported that the number of people enrolled in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has also risen sharply. For instance, in the fiscal year 2014-15, approximately 158 million were registered, while this figure surged to over 290 million by 2023-24. The e-Shram portal’s primary purpose is to create a detailed database of workers in the unorganised sector, enabling the government to implement focused welfare schemes tailored…
The One Station One Product (OSOP) initiative, a government scheme designed to promote local crafts and products at railway stations throughout India, has experienced substantial growth. The program now boasts 1,854 operational outlets showcasing a diverse range of Indian products. Central Railway alone operates 157 of these outlets, demonstrating strong support for the initiative. Within the Central Railway, the Bhusaval Division stands out with 25 successful OSOP outlets, all managed by women, highlighting the significant role women play in the initiative. Bhusaval Divisional Railway Manager Ity Pandey emphasized that these outlets contribute positively to the local economy. The widespread adoption…
Dr. Pooja Khatri, MD, MS, has been appointed as the new chair of the Department of Neurology and chief of neurology at Yale New Haven Hospital and Health System, effective April 1, 2025. Dr. Khatri brings over 20 years of NIH and industry-supported research expertise, focusing on acute stroke therapy, the prevention of early stroke recurrence, radiological biomarkers, and clinical trial design. She has significantly advanced stroke treatment, particularly demonstrating the time-dependent benefits of endovascular therapy. Dr. Khatri’s current NIH-backed research includes several groundbreaking projects, such as the first-ever platform trial in stroke, a dose-finding study for a monoclonal antibody…
The buzz around Baby John has reached new heights, and the recently released trailer has only intensified the anticipation. Starring Varun Dhawan and Wamiqa Gabbi, the trailer was unveiled in Pune with Presenter Atlee and Producers Murad Khetani and Priya Atlee, drawing a massive, enthusiastic crowd. Directed by Kalees, Baby John promises a thrilling mix of action, humor, and entertainment. S. Thaman’s dynamic music and background score add an electrifying dimension to the trailer, leaving audiences eager for more. Varun Dhawan’s powerful entry and his stellar dance performance with Wamiqa Gabbi on the hit song Nain Matakka stood out as…
Indian American comedian Aziz Ansari is set to embark on a 27-city standup comedy tour titled the “Hypothetical Tour.” The tour begins on February 21, 2025, in Kansas City and will include performances in cities like Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, Toronto, and Las Vegas. The final show will be held in Boston on April 19, 2025. Pre-sale tickets became available on December 11, with the general sale starting December 13. Ansari, best known for his roles in “Parks and Recreation” and the Netflix series “Master of None,” continues to make waves in both comedy and filmmaking. His upcoming feature film directorial…
Forbes has recognized Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, as one of the ‘World’s Most Powerful Women.’ The only Indian-American on the list, Bajaria is joined by notable figures including India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, and HCL Corporation CEO Roshni Nadar Malhotra. The list honors women excelling in business, technology, finance, media, politics, and philanthropy, with a focus on their global impact in times of leadership transitions and geopolitical uncertainty. Bajaria, who has been with Netflix since 2016, now leads the company’s $17 billion annual content budget and oversees its scripted and unscripted content. Previously, she…
IPL auction 2025 highlights As Black Friday deals light up the shopping scene, India’s cricket landscape is equally thrilling, with the nation’s chances to qualify for the World Test Championship (WTC) final taking center stage. India currently holds a strong position with 61.11% points, having boosted their chances with a decisive win over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. To guarantee direct qualification, India needs a 4-0 or 5-0 series win against Australia, despite tough competition from South Africa and Australia, who are also eyeing the final. India’s batting strength, led by key players like Rishabh Pant,…
Kris Kolluri, former head of the Gateway Development Commission, has been appointed President and CEO of NJ Transit, replacing Kevin Corbett, who stepped down on December 9. Kolluri, an Indian American, will serve in this role until January 2026, aligning with Governor Phil Murphy’s term. Kolluri previously oversaw the Gateway tunnel project, a critical infrastructure development between New Jersey and New York, securing a $6.9 billion federal grant for the $16 billion initiative. Prior to his time at the Gateway Development Commission, Kolluri served as New Jersey’s Transportation Commissioner under Governor Jon Corzine, playing a key role in the state’s…
Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, became the stage for a remarkable celebration as BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha marked the Golden Anniversary of its volunteerism, known as the Karyakar Suvarna Mahotsav, held on December 9-10, 2024. The event was attended by over 100,000 volunteers, with millions watching online, and served as a tribute to the dedicated service and contributions of BAPS volunteers globally. The event highlighted selfless service (seva) and its positive impact on individuals and communities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a heartfelt video message praising the tireless work of over 100,000 volunteers, noting their pivotal role in humanitarian efforts…
