Senjuti Bhattacharya

The Consulate General of India in New York, along with the Indo-American Arts Council, is set to commemorate India’s Independence Day at Times Square. Vikas Khanna, a renowned Indian American chef, revealed the event details, including the hoisting of the Indian Flag and the unveiling of a remarkable modern art piece. Khanna emphasized that this

During his visit to Mumbai, US Congressman Ro Khanna engaged in a conversation with Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, delving into topics like artificial intelligence (AI) and the significance of timeless values. Khanna, who co-chairs the Congressional India Caucus, met with Amitabh Bachchan, hailed as India’s most prominent global brand ambassador. Their extensive hour-long discussion encompassed

Since its establishment in 2016, the GeM platform has resulted in savings of over US$ 5.43 billion (Rs. 45,000 crore) in government procurement costs, as per the commerce ministry. The ministry’s statement highlights the platform’s commitment to cost efficiency, having facilitated savings exceeding US$ 5.43 billion (Rs. 45,000 crore) since 2016. The Government e-Marketplace (GeM)

The pursuit of justice in the tragic history of the Kashmiri Pandit genocide and their subsequent forced migration seems to have taken a positive turn, as the Jammu and Kashmir Police reopen investigations into prominent figures’ killings in the region after more than thirty years. This development offers hope to the community, despite the Supreme

India is playing a leading role in tackling global concerns, according to Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space. Dr. Singh highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is spearheading the global climate movement, and India is positioned to

A group of US lawmakers from both sides of the political aisle is set to travel to India to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Red Fort address on India’s Independence Day, August 15. The delegation is led by Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna and Congressman Michael Waltz, who co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on India and

India is set to launch the BRICS Startup Forum in 2023, aiming to foster collaboration and share best practices among startups, investors, and entrepreneurs. Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, made this announcement during the 7th BRICS Industry Ministers meeting held virtually with South Africa as the Chair. Goyal highlighted the remarkable transformation in

Tesla, the global automotive and clean energy company, has named Vaibhav Taneja as its new CFO, according to an August 7, 2023, report filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. This announcement followed the resignation of their previous CFO, Zachary Kirkhorn, on August 4, 2023. Kirkhorn, who had been with Tesla for over 13

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s recent post for Friendship Day resonates with warmth and relatability. The heartwarming snapshot captures her enjoying spaghetti, her delight evident in her expression. The caption exudes companionship, stating, “Happy Friendship Day. Each bite makes me happy.” She playfully calls herself a “spaghetti girl foreva.” Seated elegantly at a lavish table, Kareena connects

Alia Bhatt is set to debut in Hollywood with ‘Hearts of Stone’, starring Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan. She discussed the difference between working in Hollywood and Bollywood. Alia emphasized that film stars worldwide share the same essence, vision, and intention, despite language variations. She mentioned that storytelling and core emotions remain consistent. Alia faced

Ajit Doval, National Security Advisor, arrived in Jeddah for the ‘Ukraine Peace Summit,’ excluding Russia and attended by 40 nations including the US and China. His participation highlights India’s intent to contribute to resolving the ongoing 18-month conflict. Ruchira Kamboj, India’s UN representative, expressed support for the UN Secretary-General’s Black Sea Grain Initiative, acknowledging recent

The Rockefeller Foundation, a US-based organization, has criticized The Washington Post for what it perceives as a misleading report concerning India’s solar power systems. The article in question, titled ‘India joins rush to renewables, but sites rural solar systems fall off the grid,’ was published on July 31, 2023. Penned by Karishma Mehrotra, the article

Investments in the nation have surged by 65 percent between 2014-15 and 2022-23, escalating from approximately $39.5 billion to around $66 billion. Both the government and private sector contribute to the economic investment landscape, as indicated by Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) within the Indian economy. This GFCF stood at approximately $39.5 billion (at constant

An Indian American judge oversaw the proceedings involving former US President Donald Trump in a federal courthouse situated in downtown Washington DC. Moxila A Upadhyaya, who became a United States Magistrate Judge on September 7, 2022, was at the helm. Born in Gujarat and raised near Kansas City, Missouri, Upadhyaya earned her Bachelor of Journalism,

Union Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Minister, Mr. Dharmendra Pradhan, and Union External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, have jointly introduced the Study in India (SII) Portal in New Delhi. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s vision of reinstating India’s global reputation in education. As part of the event, students from

Nisha Biswal, known for her extensive background in US foreign policy and international development, has been selected as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). President Joe Biden nominated her due to her 30+ years of experience across various sectors, including the Executive Branch, Congress, and the private industry.

In a significant development, the government of Karnataka and the US-based International Battery Company (IBC) have entered into an agreement. This memorandum of understanding (MoU) was formalized on August 1st, wherein both parties have committed to establish a facility for manufacturing recyclable lithium-ion batteries. The investment for this endeavor, amounting to $1 billion (approximately Rs.

ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 has successfully completed orbits around Earth and is now on its way to the moon. The spacecraft was injected into the translunar orbit after a successful perigee-firing at ISTRAC. The Lunar-Orbit Insertion (LOI) is scheduled for August 5, 2023. Following that, four orbit manoeuvres will be conducted to position the spacecraft about 100

According to a report from the State Bank of India’s Economic Research Department, India is projected to become the world’s third-largest economy by fiscal year 2027-28. The economists at SBI credited India’s progress since 2014 and estimated that India would achieve this status based on actual GDP data as of March 2023. The report highlighted

India is poised to surpass Japan and Germany in 2027, becoming the third-largest economy globally, according to the State Bank of India’s Ecowrap report. This projection comes after India’s recent strides in economic growth and policy reforms, including initiatives like Make in India, PM Gati Shakti infrastructure drive, and targeted social welfare schemes. The country’s