Mona Das, a leading Democratic contender for Washington Commissioner of Public Lands and former State Senator, has been appointed as the head of International Expansion for Global Woman & Co. Founded by entrepreneur Mirela Sula, the organization focuses on empowering women entrepreneurs worldwide through various platforms. Global Woman & Co. offers an online membership and business school, a podcast, a magazine, a TV platform, an annual conference, and clubs in over 35 cities globally. Das expressed excitement about her global leadership role, aiming to enhance women’s engagement, improve capital access, and connect leaders addressing climate resiliency. In her new position,…
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Wayfair CEO Niraj Shah penned a special message to employees, emphasizing the value of hard work and ambition after the company’s profitable results. In the email obtained by Business Insider, Shah debunked the notion that working long hours and blending work with life should be avoided, asserting that success often stems from dedication. He addressed misconceptions about discouraging late work, highlighting the essential role of hard work in achieving success and balancing personal life. Shah encouraged Wayfair employees to treat company funds judiciously, urging them to consider if expenses align with personal judgment, negotiate prices, and make thoughtful spending decisions.…
In response to allegations of an assassination plot targeting a Sikh separatist in the US, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India is willing to investigate any evidence provided. The US Justice Department recently charged an Indian citizen, Nikhil Gupta, with conspiring to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader on US soil, implicating an Indian government official in the planning. Modi emphasized India’s commitment to the rule of law and mentioned that a high-level inquiry committee had been set up by the foreign ministry to examine the matter. The US has treated the alleged plot with utmost seriousness, raising…
Vivek Ramaswamy announces his withdrawal from the Colorado GOP primary ballot in support of Donald Trump after the state’s Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s presence on the ballot. Ramaswamy criticizes the court’s decision, labeling it as an “actual attack on democracy.” The Colorado Supreme Court’s ruling stems from Trump’s alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack, charging him with ‘insurrection’ and accusing him of spreading false claims of election fraud. This decision makes Colorado the first state to bar Trump from seeking the presidency based on his role in the Capitol attack. In a video shared on X,…
Aditya-L1, India’s maiden solar mission, is set to reach Lagrange Point 1 in early January 2024, as revealed by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. The solar mission, launched aboard PSLV-C57 on September 2, aims to reach the orbit around L1 on January 7. L1 is a crucial point in the Sun-Earth system, about 1.5 million kilometers away, where ISRO plans to position seven scientific payloads for research. Dr. Singh highlighted PM Modi’s transformative decisions, allowing private involvement in India’s space sector, fostering enthusiasm with over 10,000 witnessing Aditya-L1’s launch. Unlocking space technology has led to Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1 becoming accessible…
In response to the recent surge in SARS-CoV-2 cases, a team of doctors at Yale University, led by Dr. Shaili Gupta, an associate professor of medicine, has developed a tool to assist individuals in determining whether they require a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot. Dr. Gupta, specializing in general medicine at the Yale School of Medicine, crafted an algorithm to aid in this decision-making process, building upon research initiated in 2020. The research methodology involved collecting specimens both before and after individuals received COVID-19 vaccinations. Dr. Gupta highlighted the significance of examining neutralizing antibodies, the gold standard for assessing the body’s…
Earlier this month, Congressman Pete Sessions and Representative Elise Stefanik jointly announced the establishment of the Congressional Hindu Caucus in the 118th Congress. This caucus, chaired by the two representatives, is dedicated to representing the values significant to the Hindu-American community, encompassing individuals from diverse countries such as India, Afghanistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the United Kingdom,Bhutan, Pakistan, and the Netherlands. Since its inception during the 115th Congress, the caucus has played a crucial role in fostering connections between the Hindu-American community and lawmakers in Washington, D.C. The Congressional Hindu Caucus advocates for principles including free enterprise, fiscal discipline,…
Ashwin Ramaswami, an Indian American software engineer with experience in election security and technology law and policy research, is running for the Georgia State Senate to represent District 48. If successful, he would be the first Indian American and Gen Z member in the Georgia State Senate, holding degrees in computer science and law. Ramaswami, a Democrat, announced his candidacy after the indictment of the Republican incumbent, Senator Shawn Still, for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results. Advocating for lower costs, increased economic opportunities, expanded healthcare access, and the defense of democratic institutions, Ramaswami emphasized his commitment to the…
The University of Illinois Springfield has appointed Priyanka Deo Jain as the new assistant director of media strategy within the Department of Media Strategy. Jain, previously associated with The Times of India Group in New Delhi, India, served a significant role in the chief operating officer’s office and hosted her own digital show. With experience at Associated Broadcasting as an anchor and deputy editor in English, Jain is a national political commentator in India and was part of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s communications team during the 2019 Lok Sabha national elections. Having gained recognition globally for her impactful work,…
New York is poised to host a high-stakes clash between cricket rivals India and Pakistan in the first group stage of the T20 World Cup next year, targeting cricket enthusiasts in the South Asian community in America. The USA, co-hosting with the West Indies, will see India, Pakistan, and eight other nations play their opening group-stage games. The anticipated India-Pakistan face-off is expected to unfold in a new 34,000-seat modular stadium in Eisenhower Park, Nassau County, New York, a strategic move given the substantial Indian and Pakistani population in the region. With just three venues confirmed, including Central Broward Park…
