Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Indo-Canadian MP Chandra Arya announced on Saturday that the Liberal Party has revoked his nomination for the upcoming federal election in Nepean. Arya, a vocal critic of pro-Khalistan elements in Canada, has repeatedly condemned the defacement of temples and other violent acts linked to the movement. He has also spoken against the former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government for allegedly sheltering such individuals. In addition, he opposed a petition by Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal regarding the 1985 Air India Kanishka bombing, which remains one of the deadliest acts of aviation terrorism before 9/11. Expressing his disappointment on social media, Arya…

After an extensive nationwide search, the University of North Carolina Greensboro has appointed Dr. Joyendu “Joy” Bhadury as the new Dean of the Bryan School of Business and Economics. Currently serving as the Interim Dean, Dr. Bhadury will take on the permanent role starting April 1, 2025. Expressing his gratitude, Dr. Bhadury shared his excitement about leading the Bryan School, a place he considers his academic home. He emphasized his commitment to fostering student success, enhancing social mobility, and strengthening collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners. An esteemed scholar in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Dr. Bhadury has made…

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) is set to host its 43rd Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly from July 24-27, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The event will bring together a distinguished lineup of speakers from healthcare, science, public service, and sports. AAPI President Dr. Satheesh Kathula announced that confirmed keynote speakers include Dr. Mario Capecchi, a Nobel laureate in Medicine; Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, the president-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA); and Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, a Padma Vibhushan awardee and globally renowned gastroenterologist. Among the invited dignitaries are U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Ohio Governor Mike…

Bill Gates recently reflected on Satya Nadella’s leadership at Microsoft, admitting that while there was initial uncertainty about his appointment, Nadella has exceeded all expectations. In a discussion with Brad Smith, Microsoft’s Vice Chair and President, Gates acknowledged that both he and Steve Ballmer supported Nadella’s selection but were unsure if he was the right choice to lead the company. Gates praised Nadella for fostering a leadership style distinct from Microsoft’s earlier, more aggressive culture. He emphasized Nadella’s empathetic nature, adaptability, and ability to maintain a sense of humor while tackling complex challenges. According to Gates, Microsoft’s early culture was…

According to an S&P Global Ratings report released on Thursday, India’s GDP is projected to grow by 6.7% in fiscal year 2025 (ending March), making it the fastest-growing economy in the Asia-Pacific region. The report highlighted that India’s limited exposure to the U.S. reduces trade tariff risks, while strong domestic focus and robust economic fundamentals enhance the resilience of Indian businesses. “Most of our rated Indian firms can withstand temporary earnings slowdowns. Improvements in operating and financial strength over the last few years provide additional cushion to absorb such pressures. Firms in India also benefit from a growing economy, supported…

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, a spaceflight veteran of Indian origin, has successfully returned to Earth after spending over nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS). She, along with fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore, splashed down off the coast of Florida on March 19, 2025, aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. Their mission was initially expected to last only a week, but due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule, their stay on the ISS was extended to more than nine months. Williams and Wilmore were finally brought back on NASA’s Crew-9 mission, alongside astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov.…

NASA astronauts Sunita “Suni” Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore, along with two others, have successfully undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) and are set to land back on Earth on Tuesday evening. NASA is broadcasting the return journey live as the SpaceX Crew-9 “Dragon Freedom” capsule transports the four astronauts back from the ISS. Accompanying Williams and Wilmore are SpaceX Crew-9 astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov. The two NASA astronauts originally traveled to the ISS on June 5 aboard a Boeing Starliner spacecraft. However, due to technical malfunctions, they remained on the ISS while NASA sent…

Holi, the vibrant Hindu festival of colors, has gained widespread recognition in the U.S., with celebrations expanding from traditional gatherings to large-scale public events. Anshul Virmani, a software consultant and event planner in Pennsylvania, notes that his colleagues start inquiring about Holi long before his own children do, eager to participate in the “color festival.” Over the past decade, Holi celebrations have grown across the country, filling weekends with a variety of events. South Asian communities are finding innovative ways to celebrate, from family-friendly gatherings in parks to neon-themed Holi parties in nightclubs. These events are also attracting a diverse…

Dr. Nirav D. Shah, a distinguished epidemiologist recognized for his leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic, is set to join Colby College as a visiting professor in the Department of Statistics this fall. Shah, who formerly served as the director of the Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention, will teach courses in public health while assisting in the development of Colby’s expanding public health program. Before stepping into academia, Shah held a leadership position at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. During his tenure at the Maine CDC, he became a trusted public figure, leading pandemic…

Jainendra K. Jain, a distinguished physicist at Penn State’s Eberly College of Science, has been honored with the 2025 Wolf Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking contributions to quantum matter and topological properties of two-dimensional electron systems in strong magnetic fields. The Wolf Prize is a prestigious international award recognizing individuals in science and the arts for their contributions to humanity. Jain shares this honor with physicists Mordehai “Moty” Heiblum and James Eisenstein. Expressing his gratitude, Jain acknowledged the role of his students, collaborators, and researchers in advancing his theory of composite fermions. Reflecting on his journey, he shared his…