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Indian-American Ideology Aligns with the Republican Party More Than the Democratic Party

By Raj Shah Photo: X.com The Indian-American community, a rapidly growing and increasingly influential demographic in the United States, has long been characterized by its strong commitment to education, family values, entrepreneurship, and economic success. These are principles that, in many ways, align closely with the core ideology of the Republican Party. However, despite this apparent ideological alignment, a substantial majority of Indian-Americans continue to support the Democratic Party. This paradox raises a key question: Why do so ..... Read More

Dick Cheney Backs Kamala Harris Over Trump

On Friday, former Republican Vice President Dick Cheney announced his decision to vote for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris rather than Republican former President Donald Trump in the upcoming November 5 U.S. elections. This choice mirrors a recent statement made by his daughter, Liz Cheney. The race between Trump and Harris is becoming increasingly competitive, with a crucial debate scheduled for next week. In recent months, some Republicans dissatisfied with Trump’s leadership and actions have shifted their support to Har ..... Read More

Dr. Sanjay S. Reddy Honoured with Faculty Award

Sanjay S. Reddy, MD, FACS, the Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, was recently honoured with the 2024 Medical Staff Executive Committee Faculty Citizenship Award. This accolade recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional connection, compassion, and dedication in their care. Robert Uzzo, MD, MBA, FACS, President and CEO of Fox Chase, praised Dr. Reddy for his outstanding embodiment of the values the centre strives to uphold. “Dr. Reddy truly exemplifies the humanity, expertise, and quality of care we asp ..... Read More

India Successfully Tests Agni 4 Missile in Odisha

The Ministry of Defence announced on Friday that the Agni 4 intermediate-range ballistic missile was successfully launched. The missile was launched from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha, and met all technical and operational benchmarks, according to a ministry official. The official also noted that the launch was conducted under the supervision of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC). This success follows a previous achievement on April 4, when India successfully conducted a flight test of the Agni-Prime, a new-generation ballistic ..... Read More

India Overtakes US as 2nd Largest 5G Market

India has surpassed the US to claim the title of the world’s second-largest 5G handset market, trailing only China, according to a recent report. Counterpoint Research reveals that global 5G handset shipments saw a 20% year-on-year increase in the first half of 2024. Leading the charge, Apple dominated the 5G handset market with over 25% of global shipments, largely driven by the popularity of its iPhone 15 and 14 series. The availability of budget-friendly 5G handsets has significantly fueled growth in emerging markets. India’s rise to ..... Read More

PM Modi: India’s Solar Capacity Soars 33-Fold

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended India’s strides in the green energy sector, noting the country’s milestone of being the first G20 member to meet its Paris Agreement targets. Speaking at the inaugural International Solar Festival held at Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, Modi highlighted the dramatic expansion in solar energy as pivotal to this success. Modi emphasized that India’s solar capacity has surged 33 times over the past decade, a testament to the nation’s commitment and progress. This rapid advancement, he expl ..... Read More

India Shatters Records with 20 Medals at Paralympics

India’s Paralympic team has made history at the ongoing 2024 Paris Paralympics, surpassing all previous records with an impressive tally of 20 medals by Day 6. This achievement eclipses the nation’s best-ever haul of 19 medals at the Tokyo Paralympics in 2020, setting a new standard of success for Indian para athletes. The medal surge began on Monday when India secured eight medals in a single day, a record-breaking achievement in itself. The momentum continued into Tuesday, with the para athletics team adding five more medals to Indiaâ ..... Read More

Shraddha Kapoor Shines Bright on Hello Indo Arabia’s Cover

Shraddha Kapoor, celebrated for her broad appeal, has made an international splash by gracing the cover of Hello Indo Arabia. This special edition delves into her impressive journey in cinema and her expanding fame both in India and beyond. The cover appearance comes on the heels of the success of Stree 2, which has further cemented Shraddha’s status as a leading Bollywood actress. The film’s acclaim has paved the way for her to be featured on the magazine cover, where she is honoured with the title “The People’s Superst ..... Read More

TIME100 AI 2024: Indian-American Innovators Leading the Charge

TIME Magazine has revealed its prestigious ‘TIME100 Most Influential People in AI 2024’ list, highlighting the trailblazers shaping the future of artificial intelligence. This year’s roster includes a remarkable number of Indian-American leaders and innovators making substantial impacts in the field. Among the standout names are Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet; Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft; and Rohit Prasad, Senior VP and head scientist of Artificial General Intelligence at Amazon. Other influential figures on ..... Read More

PM Modi lauds India-Singapore roundtable as groundbreaking

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded Singapore as more than just a partner, calling it a shining example for developing nations. In a recent roundtable meeting with his Singaporean counterpart, Lawrence Wong, PM Modi described the dialogue between India and Singapore as a groundbreaking initiative. In his opening remarks, PM Modi expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and extended his congratulations to Wong on his new role as Prime Minister. He expressed confidence that under Wong’s leadership, Singapore would continue to thrive. Mo ..... Read More

Lichtman’s Prediction: Kamala Harris Set to Lead in 2024

Allan Lichtman, the renowned American election forecaster often dubbed the “Nostradamus of US presidential polls,” has made his prediction for the 2024 presidential race. Lichtman, known for his impressive track record, has forecasted that Kamala Harris, the Vice President and Democratic nominee, will secure the presidency and become the next President of the United States. In a recent video for the New York Times, Lichtman confidently stated, “Kamala Harris will be the next President of the United States.” With the pres ..... Read More

India Unveils 12 High-Tech Industrial Smart Cities to Drive Growth

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has recently approved the development of 12 industrial smart cities across six major industrial corridors in ten states under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP). These states include Uttarakhand, Punjab, Maharashtra, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan. An Industrial Smart City is a modern urban area that uses advanced technology and data analytics to enhance industrial efficiency and promote sustainable development. The cities ..... Read More

Amazon Global Selling to exceed $13B exports by 2024

Amazon has revealed that its e-commerce export initiative, Amazon Global Selling, is on track to surpass $13 billion in cumulative exports from India by the end of 2024. The company has set an ambitious goal to reach $20 billion in exports by the close of 2025. Over the past year, the number of Indian sellers on the platform has surged by 20%, bringing the total to 150,000 exporters who have collectively sold more than 400 million Indian products worldwide. Mr. Bhupen Wakankar, Director of Global Trade at Amazon India, emphasized that substanti ..... Read More

India Surges Past China as Top Weight in MSCI EM IMI

India continues to be Morgan Stanley’s top choice among emerging markets (EM) and holds the second spot in the Asia-Pacific region. Recently, India surpassed China on September 4 in the MSCI Emerging Markets Investable Market Index (IMI), becoming the largest weight. India is now close to overtaking China as the top weight in the broader MSCI Emerging Markets index as well. The MSCI Emerging Markets IMI tracks large, mid, and small-cap stocks from 24 emerging market economies. In a recent report, international brokerage Morgan Stanley ana ..... Read More

Indian-Americans Rally for Harris: Historic Bid for Presidency

A coalition of Indian-Americans has unveiled a new campaign, “Indian Americans for Harris,” aimed at rallying support for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. This initiative seeks to advance Harris’s candidacy, potentially making her the first individual of Indian heritage to lead the United States. The campaign will concentrate on critical battleground states such as North Carolina, Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Georgia. Desh Chatterjee, a prominent North Carolina businessman and ..... Read More

Indian Americans Vote Impact Over Heritage, Says AsiansMAGA

A newly established organisation representing Asian communities suggests that Indian Americans are likely to base their votes in the upcoming U.S. presidential election on candidates’ actions rather than their heritage or race. According to the group, Republican candidate Donald Trump has a stronger record compared to his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris, at 59, is the first presidential candidate of Indian heritage at the top of a Democratic ticket, which has stirred considerable excitement within the Indian-A ..... Read More

FIIDS Launches Campaign to Empower Indian-American Voters

The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) has launched the “Indo-American Votes Matter” campaign to enhance voter turnout among Indian-Americans for the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The initiative aims to register one million Indian-American voters, ensuring their voices are considered by both major political parties. With the election just two months away, the campaign seeks to galvanise Indian-American participation in the electoral process. Although Indian-Americans represent just 1.5% of the U.S. popul ..... Read More

India Permits 8,606 Tonnes of Sugar Export to US

India has designated 8,606 metric tonnes of sugar for export to the US under the Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) scheme, as outlined by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). This allocation pertains to the US fiscal year 2025. Under the TRQ scheme, sugar exports (HS Code 17010000) to the US and EU are currently categorized as ‘Free,’ subject to specific conditions. According to the DGFT notification, a Certificate of Origin may be required for preferential exports to the US. This certificate will be issued by the Additional Direc ..... Read More

Rural Demand Soars, Private Consumption Rises: RBI Governor

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted a significant uptick in rural demand within the Indian economy, driven by growth in private consumption and investment as reflected in the latest GDP figures. Addressing the FIBAC 2024 conference in Mumbai, Das pointed out that recent data from FMCG companies indicates a revival in rural demand. He noted that private consumption, making up around 56 percent of total demand, has seen a significant growth rate of 7.4 percent. This represents a substantial rebound from a mere 4 percent growth in the latter ..... Read More

PM Modi promises global cooperation for Green Future

India has made significant progress in green energy and remains committed to collaborating with the global community for a sustainable future, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. PM Modi emphasized India’s “clearer approach” and the “remarkable growth of solar energy” during his virtual address to the inaugural International Solar Festival in the national capital as key factors in the country becoming the first “G20 Nation to meet the Paris commitments in renewable energy.” “Our solar energ ..... Read More

Ghar Wapsi: 120 Jharkhand Christians revert to Hinduism

Christian missionaries had converted around 120 individuals from 67 families in Barka Khurd Panchayat, Ichak block, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, to Christianity a few months earlier. Sanatan Samaj organized a religious conversion event at the Shiv temple in Barka Khurd, where they ceremoniously welcomed back into Hinduism through a traditional foot-washing ceremony amid the chanting of “Om.” The majority of those returning to Hinduism were from Dalit communities, and a significant number of them were women. The event included rel ..... Read More

Indian startups get 13 big investment rounds in 2024

tartup India Scheme. Credit: startupindia.gov.in In 2024, the Indian startup ecosystem experienced a significant increase in large funding rounds, particularly those exceeding $100 million, as startups shifted their focus toward profitability along with growth. So far in 2024, there have been 13 funding rounds valued at over $100 million. Notable startups such as Zepto, Rapido, Lenskart, Flipkart, Meesho, and PharmEasy have all participated in these large funding rounds. Quick e-commerce company Zepto, for example, has raised two major rounds o ..... Read More

Indra Nooyi Headlines Synergy 2024 in Las Vegas

Indra Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo, will deliver the keynote address at ITServe Alliance’s Synergy 2024, scheduled for October 29-30 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. This annual conference, renowned for its pivotal business insights and networking opportunities within the IT services sector, will draw over 3,000 attendees this year. Themed “Join, Collaborate, Accelerate,” Synergy 2024 aims to foster strategic relationships and drive innovation in technology. Suresh Potluri, Director of Synergy 2024, emphasized the event&rsqu ..... Read More

Usha Vance Swings from Clinton to MAGA for 2024

Usha Vance, wife of J.D. Vance, has transformed her political stance from a potential Hillary Clinton supporter to a staunch advocate of the MAGA agenda for the 2024 election, according to sources speaking with DailyMail.com. According to a longtime family friend, Usha Vance, who was once a registered Democrat, has now aligned herself with her husband’s Republican campaign and Trump’s platform. This political shift reflects J.D. Vance’s own transformation in his views on Trump. Usha, a Yale-educated attorney, previously ide ..... Read More

PM Modi, Brunei Sultan discuss boosting bilateral ties

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei for a significant discussion aimed at deepening bilateral relations. During their extensive talks, the leaders explored avenues to strengthen trade, commercial connections, and cultural exchanges between their nations. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and his family extended a warm welcome to PM Modi at the Istana Nurul Iman, setting a positive tone for the visit. PM Modi expressed his enthusiasm about the discussions on X, stating that the meeting covered a broad ..... Read More