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Sunak Takes Responsibility in Final PM Speech After UK Election Loss

On Friday, outgoing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his apologies to the nation following the Conservative Party’s severe defeat in the general election, acknowledging his responsibility for the outcome. Addressing the nation from outside 10 Downing Street in his final speech as Prime Minister, Sunak conveyed his regret and acknowledged the public’s clear message for change. He admitted that despite his best efforts, the election results indicated a need for new leadership. He announced his decision to step down as the Conserva ..... Read More

Bumrah Addresses Retirement Amid Kohli, Sharma T20I Exits

Just after India’s thrilling T20 World Cup win over South Africa in Barbados last Saturday, which secured the trophy for India for the second time, three players announced their retirement from T20I cricket within 24 hours. The first to do so was Virat Kohli, immediately after receiving the Player of the Match award. This was followed by India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, during the post-match press conference. Ravindra Jadeja joined them a few hours later. But does this mean Jasprit Bumrah might be next? Bumrah played a significant role in ..... Read More

Yoga Reimagined: Embracing Happiness and Wellness

Happy Life Yoga founder Tirlok Malik hosted an interactive session on June 22 to celebrate the International Day of Yoga 2024. The event featured elements from his workshop and included speaker comments sharing their personal happiness mantras. Malik, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, emphasized the importance of self-love. He said, “If you love yourself, it is your responsibility to take care of your happiness and health.” He led practical exercises and chair yoga, infused with moments of laughter. Over 50 participants joined the online event f ..... Read More

Neeraj Chopra pledges “churma” treat for PM Modi post-Paris 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with India’s contingent for the Paris Olympics 2024 on Friday, inspiring them to bring honor to the nation. The interaction took place at the Prime Minister’s residence, with some athletes joining via video conferencing, including Olympic medalists PV Sindhu, Lovlina Borgohain, and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra. During the session, PM Modi focused on encouraging debutants participating in the multi-sport event, assuring them of a warm reception upon winning medals. He emphasized the im ..... Read More

Thanedar first Indian Congressman to back Biden post-debate

Indian American Congressman Shri Thanedar has expressed strong support for President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign. As a first-term Congressman from Michigan’s Detroit area, a critical battleground state, Thanedar’s endorsement is particularly noteworthy. Among the five Indian American Congressmen in the House of Representatives – Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Shri Thanedar – Thanedar is the first to publicly endorse Biden following his recent debate setback in Atlanta. The debat ..... Read More

India, U.S. unite on Ukraine conflict and Palestinian state: U.S. envoy

Since the onset of the conflict in Ukraine, the United States has maintained ongoing dialogue with India regarding joint efforts to hold Russia accountable, as stated by U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti on July 4. In an email interview with The Hindu, Garcetti highlighted shared objectives between India and the U.S., including preventing the escalation of the conflict, fostering stability in the Middle East, and supporting the establishment of a future Palestinian state. Acknowledging India’s humanitarian aid to Ukraine, Garcetti underscored ..... Read More

India’s cultural wealth: a key to global economic power

India’s history is illustrious. At one time, it contributed over 25 percent to the world’s GDP and controlled about 28 percent of global trade and commerce. As an economic power for several centuries, India led in various fields such as art, culture, music, dance, food, festivals, architecture, and handicrafts. The contributions of Indian civilization to world heritage are immense. Unfortunately, history took a downturn, and for almost a millennium, foreign occupation stripped India of its glory and wealth. There is a close connecti ..... Read More

PM Modi meets T20 World Cup-winning team at his residence

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team for breakfast at his residence. Following the meeting, the triumphant players headed to Delhi airport to fly to Mumbai, where a grand victory parade was organized at Marine Drive and Wankhede Stadium. Shiv Sena leader Pratap Sarnaik told ANI that the team, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, captain Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Shivam Dubey, would meet Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at the Assembly on Friday. Sarnaik, a member of the M ..... Read More

Rishi Sunak’s UK election loss: NHS woes to economic crisis

In a decisive turn of events, UK voters dealt a significant blow to Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party in the recent general election, stripping them of nearly 250 seats in the 650-seat House of Commons. Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party emerged victorious, heralding a new era under his leadership. Addressing a jubilant crowd at a dawn rally in central London, Starmer proclaimed a renewal of the UK’s future. The Conservatives’ defeat was resounding, marking their exit after 14 years in power, with losses across Wales and ..... Read More

US strengthens ties with India across multiple areas

A senior administration official emphasized the expanding ties between the United States and India across various critical domains during a press briefing on Monday. State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel highlighted the deepening economic relations and enhanced security cooperation between the two countries. He mentioned that President Biden recently met briefly with Prime Minister Modi on the sidelines of the G7 summit a few weeks ago. Patel also noted that National Security Adviser Sullivan had recently visited Delhi, indicating o ..... Read More

India’s UPI launches at Galeries Lafayette, targets Paris Olympics boost

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has taken a significant step onto the global stage by expanding its services to the prestigious Galeries Lafayette flagship store in Paris. This strategic initiative, led by Mr. Jawed Ashraf, the Ambassador of India to France, alongside key industry leaders, represents a milestone in UPI’s international outreach, aligning closely with Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s strategic vision. The successful implementation of UPI at renowned landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and now at Galeries Lafayet ..... Read More

Indian-American leader Jay Bhandari elected as Democratic Convention delegate

Jay Bhandari, an influential Indian-American leader and president of GOPIO Virginia, has been elected as a national delegate to the Democratic Convention in Chicago. The convention, scheduled from August 19 to August 21, will officially endorse Joe Biden as the Democratic Party’s nominee for president. As the presumptive Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential election, Joe Biden has endorsed Bhandari’s election. Jay Bhandari secured his position as a national delegate during the state convention in Richmond, Virginia, wh ..... Read More

Kota Factory Season 3

Within a few days of its release, the Netflix series Kota Factory has been well received by both critics and audiences. The black-and-white series portrays some new points in the third season. The teacher, Jeetu Bhaiya, who acts as a brother-like guide to his students, suffers from depression following the suicide death of his favorite student. He goes to therapy to get out of his depression. However, the coaching classes continue. This season delves deeper into the crises of both students and teachers, focusing on many of the fundamental premi ..... Read More

Mirzapur Season 3: Coming Soon

After waiting for almost four long years, audiences are excited and awaiting the release of the famous crime thriller Mirzapur. The trailer has been released and shows the usual action and drama, along with some twists and turns. In the previous season, Ali Fazal’s Guddu Pandit defeated the renowned ‘Kaleen Bhaiya’, Pankaj Tripathi. The question remains whether Kaleen Bhaiya will seek revenge or not. And if yes, then how? Mirzapur is a story involving power struggles, politics, mafia dominance, family undercurrents, and reveng ..... Read More

Institutional investment in Indian real estate hits $2.5B, 3-year high

In the second quarter of 2024, private equity investments in India’s real estate sector surged to a three-year peak, totaling US$ 2.5 billion, as per a recent report from Colliers, a leading real estate consultancy. The industrial and warehousing sector spearheaded the investments, accounting for 61% of the total amounting to $1.5 billion. This sector witnessed an eleven-fold increase compared to the same period in 2023. Simultaneously, the residential segment also saw significant growth, marking a 7.5 times rise year-on-year and securing ..... Read More

Manish Chandra leverages Indian diaspora for unicorns

Manish Chandra, the Indian American CEO of the social commerce marketplace Poshmark, underscored the significant contributions of the Indian diaspora, with 72 out of 648 US unicorns being founded by individuals of Indian origin. During an Indiaspora panel discussion on July 2, as part of the CNBC-TV18 Young Turks Voices from the Valley series, Chandra highlighted the innovative perspectives and integration of second-generation Indian Americans into American society. Chandra pointed out that many of the current generation are first-generation im ..... Read More

Vivek Ramaswamy’s advice for Democrats on selecting a nominee

Vivek Ramaswamy, a prominent figure considered for the Republican Vice Presidential nomination, offered advice with a touch of humor to the Democrats amid growing speculation over alternatives to President Biden. The Indian-American billionaire suggested that delaying the selection of their candidate might actually benefit the Democrats. Contrary to popular belief, he argued, it’s better for the Democrats to wait, as there will be an initial honeymoon period after a new candidate is chosen. Ramaswamy elaborated that the Democrats’ ideal ..... Read More

India Amplifies Global South’s Voice in AI Forums

India is leading the global conversation by emphasizing the government’s commitment to democratize artificial intelligence (AI) and make it accessible to everyone. At the recent ‘Global IndiaAI Mission’ summit in the capital, countries from the Global South acknowledged India’s role in giving them a voice in the global AI forum and bridging the gap with the Global North. Over 2,000 global AI experts, policymakers, AI practitioners, industry/startups, and academics attended the summit, with more than 10,000 AI enthusiasts ..... Read More

India seeks role in global asteroid defense, says Isro chief

Isro chairman S Somanath emphasized the necessity of international collaboration to develop a planetary protection system against asteroids, noting that no single country can tackle this challenge alone. Speaking at Isro’s inaugural workshop on planetary defense for students in Bengaluru, he highlighted India’s desire and qualifications to be part of global missions studying asteroids. During the event, Somanath stressed the dual nature of asteroids as both potential threats and opportunities for scientific exploration. He pointed out t ..... Read More

Nikki Haley jabs journalist over Biden’s term prediction

On Wednesday, Indian American politician Nikki Haley took a swipe at prominent American journalist George Stephanopoulos. He had previously questioned her assertion that President Joe Biden would not complete his first term, suggesting that a vote for him was essentially a vote for Vice President Kamala Harris. Haley made these comments during an interview with Stephanopoulos on ABC News last year while she was a Republican primary candidate. Although she has since suspended her campaign, she revisited the issue by sharing an edited clip of tha ..... Read More

Modi-Putin meeting set for mid-July in Moscow

Amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to Russia in July for bilateral discussions and the annual India-Russia summit. This visit, if confirmed, marks Modi’s first trip to Russia in five years and is set to encompass talks on defense cooperation, oil, gas, and other strategic interests significant to India, as per senior government sources. While official confirmation is awaited from the Indian side, this visit would notably be Modi’s first to Russia since the onset of the Russian ..... Read More

ISRO’s Aditya-L1 completes first halo orbit in 178 days

India’s pioneering solar mission, Aditya-L1, achieved a significant milestone by completing its first halo orbit around the Sun-Earth L1 point, as confirmed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Launched on September 2 last year, Aditya-L1 is an Indian solar observatory stationed at the Lagrangian point L1, where gravitational forces between the Sun and Earth create a stable observing position. It was successfully inserted into its designated halo orbit on January 6. Operating in the halo orbit, Aditya-L1 revolves around the L ..... Read More

Ram Mandir Replica Makes Historic Debut at NYC’s India Day Parade

A replica of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir will be featured at the India Day parade in New York on August 18, drawing Indian Americans from across the region. This marks the first occasion that a replica of the revered temple will be displayed in the United States. According to Amitabh Mittal, general secretary of Vishva Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), the replica will measure 18 feet in length, nine feet in width, and eight feet in height. On January 22 of this year, a historic moment unfolded as Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed the Ve ..... Read More

Healthy eating prevents cognitive decline in later life

Amid ongoing research highlighting the benefits of a plant-rich diet low in salt, saturated fats, and processed foods for overall health, evidence continues to mount on its positive impact in reducing risks associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Recent studies have also underscored the role of healthy eating in older adults, linking it to a decreased likelihood of cognitive decline and dementia. At NUTRITION 2024, the American Society for Nutrition’s annual meeting, new research emphasized the lifelong importance of ..... Read More

Car sales maintain growth despite election and heatwave challenges

In June 2024, India’s wholesale numbers for domestic passenger vehicles (PV) saw a 3.7% year-on-year increase to 340,784 units, buoyed by the launch of new models despite challenges such as elections and heat waves. For the first half of 2024, PV sales grew by 7.6%, totaling 2.168 million units compared to 2.015 million units in the same period last year. Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL), the largest carmaker in the country, reported a 3% year-on-year rise in domestic PV wholesales to 137,160 units in June 2024, with total sales for the April-t ..... Read More