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Satya Nadella Commends India’s Developer Community for Global AI Advancements.

Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s chairman and CEO, recently emphasized the significant contribution of India’s developer community in creating innovative solutions for local and global challenges. Speaking at the Microsoft AI Tour in Bengaluru on February 8, Nadella addressed a gathering of over 1,000 developers and technology leaders, highlighting the impact of Indian developers in driving AI innovation worldwide. Nadella’s visit to India coincided with his completion of ten years as Microsoft CEO. Hailing from India and educated at the Manipal Ins ..... Read More

PM Modi to award Bharat Ratna to PV Narasimha Rao, Chaudhary Charan Singh, and MS Swaminathan.

Former Prime Ministers PV Narasimha Rao and Chaudhary Charan Singh, along with agriculture scientist MS Swaminathan, are set to receive India’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This recognition acknowledges their significant contributions to the nation. PM Modi highlighted Narasimha Rao’s distinguished service to India in various capacities, emphasizing his visionary leadership that propelled economic advancement and laid a strong foundation for the country’s prosperity. R ..... Read More

Giridharan Sivaraman appointed as Australia’s Race Discrimination Commissioner.

The Australian Human Rights Commission has named Giridharan Sivaraman, an Indian-origin lawyer, as the new Race Discrimination Commissioner, effective March 4, 2024. Expressing his gratitude, Sivaraman remarked, “Being appointed Commonwealth Race Discrimination Commissioner is a great honor. I feel a mix of excitement and trepidation, but I’m eager to dive into the important work ahead with the team.” President of the Commission, Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher, welcomed Sivaraman, expressing enthusiasm for his appointment and extending ..... Read More

30 space missions slated from India in the next 14 months.

The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) announced plans for 30 space launches from Sriharikota, India, over the next 14 months. These launches, involving both commercial and government entities, include critical missions related to India’s human space endeavor, Gaganyaan. IN-SPACe, the regulatory body for the private space sector, revealed this integrated launch plan, utilizing infrastructure from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Approximately half of the proposed launches are commercial ventures, ..... Read More

Geoffrey Pyatt Hails Crucial US-India Energy Ties

Geoffrey Pyatt, the Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources, expressed confidence in the enduring strength of the energy relationship between the U.S. and India, which he described as pivotal on the global stage. During his recent visit to India in January, Pyatt emphasized the potential for enhanced collaboration between the two countries, despite acknowledging potential slowdowns due to upcoming election cycles. Addressing an online international media briefing on February 5, Pyatt shared his optimistic outlook, noting the shared st ..... Read More

British Royal Society of Arts appoints Smriti Kirubanandan as fellow.

The Royal Society of Arts (RSA) has named Indian American business executive Smriti Kirubanandan as a fellow for her notable social impact in the United States. Established in 1754, the RSA is renowned for honoring individuals who have significantly contributed to social progress and development, awarding fellowships to those whose work has had a remarkable social influence Alongside her position as a growth and partnerships executive with expertise in robotics and public health, Kirubanandan has actively engaged in serving communities as a raw ..... Read More

Alia Bhatt joins as executive producer for Richie Mehta’s crime series “Poacher.”

Prime Video India has announced that the crime series “Poacher,” featuring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, will premiere on February 23. Alia Bhatt joins as executive producer for the series, created by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta. “Poacher” delves into the issue of ivory poaching in India, based on true events. It blends environmental conservation with entertainment, addressing illegal poaching. The series, written and directed by Richie, will release in Malayalam, Hindi, and Eng ..... Read More

Indian Women Officers Showcase Nation’s Defense Expertise at Riyadh Exhibition

Indian women from the Tri-Service are representing the nation at the World Defence Show (WDS) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, demonstrating Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of empowering women across sectors. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced that Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth, Colonel Ponung Doming, and Lieutenant Commander Annu Prakash are showcasing India’s military prowess and capabilities at WDS 2024, particularly in events focused on International Women in Defence. Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth, a trailblazing fighter pilot, shared ..... Read More

Khanna’s Service Delivery Bill Gets Committee Approval

The bipartisan Government Service Delivery Improvement Act, led by Representatives Ro Khanna, Byron Donalds, Barry Loudermilk, and William Timmons, received unanimous approval from the House Oversight Committee. Under the guidance of ranking member Gerry Connolly from the Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Subcommittee, the bill aims to streamline public access to government services, fostering accountability and collaboration among federal agencies. Expressing his satisfaction with the bill’s passage, Congressman ..... Read More

Nikki Haley: India’s Smart Diplomacy Amid US-Russia Tensions

During an interview on Fox Business’ “Making Money with Charles Payne,” Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley commended India’s diplomatic approach in managing its relationships with Russia and the United States, remarking that India has “played it smart.” Haley, a former UN Ambassador, expressed that while the Indian government prefers to partner with the US over Russia, it harbors doubts about Washington’s ability to lead effectively. Haley emphasized India’s strategic alignment with Russia, particularly in military equipment procure ..... Read More

Indian-American Shifts from Food Truck to Tech Startup, Now Running for US Congress

Bhavini Patel’s journey begins with supporting her single mother’s food truck business in Pittsburgh, transitioning to founding a tech startup post-graduation from Oxford University. Now, she sets her sights on a new venture: running for the US House of Representatives, aiming to secure Pennsylvania’s 12th District seat currently held by Democrat Summer Lee, whose unconventional stances have stirred controversy in the district. Patel, aged 30, has amassed over $310,000 in campaign funds, with around 70% sourced locally, and has garnered endorse ..... Read More

Horatio Alger Award to Be Presented to Ramola R. Motwani

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is preparing to acknowledge Ramola R. Motwani, the chairwoman of Merrimac Ventures, a real estate firm based in South Florida, for her notable contributions to the business sector. Motwani is set to receive this honor during the association’s yearly award ceremony, slated to occur from April 4-6 in Washington, D.C., alongside ten other prominent figures from various fields across North America. Terrence J. Giroux, the executive director of the Horatio Alger Association, praised Motwani a ..... Read More

PM Modi Highlights India’s Shift to Alternative Fuels

Prime Minister Narendra Modi articulated his government’s vision for diminishing reliance on fossil fuels during the India Energy Week in Goa, emphasizing the strides made in the energy sector under his administration. He highlighted Goa’s dynamic environment, expressing pride in its development and hospitality, suggesting it as an apt venue for discussions on environmental sensitivity and sustainability. Inaugurating the second edition of India Energy Week 2024, PM Modi underscored India’s remarkable progress in solar capacity, with a twenty- ..... Read More

Microsoft to train 2M Indians in AI; Nadella pledges more investment

Microsoft’s Chairman and CEO, Satya Nadella, announced plans to train over two million individuals in India in generative AI skills, aiming to alleviate the talent shortage in the AI era. Speaking at an event, Nadella emphasized the importance of equipping youth with the necessary skills to thrive in the evolving AI landscape, stressing the role of both skills development and job creation in the AI sector. Highlighting India’s strong pool of software developers and its growing AI engineering community on Microsoft-owned platform Github, Nadell ..... Read More

USIBC Welcomes Sawhney and Chidambaram to Global Board

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) has named Inderpreet Sawhney and Lakshmanan Chidambaram to its global board of directors. Sawhney, currently serving as the group general counsel and chief compliance officer at Infosys, brings over 25 years of experience in legal and compliance roles within the IT industry. She has held significant positions in both large IT services firms and law firms, demonstrating leadership and expertise in privacy, data protection, and general counsel responsibilities. Recognized for her achievements, Sawhney has rec ..... Read More

Sonia Fernandes becomes Politico’s inaugural Global HR & Diversity Chief

Sonia Fernandes, an Indian American, assumes the position of global chief human resources and diversity officer at Politico, a Washington-based digital newspaper focused on politics. Politico announced her appointment on Feb 1, emphasizing her role in centralizing talent functions worldwide for the first time in the publication’s 17-year history. Based in Politico’s Rosslyn, Virginia headquarters, Fernandes, educated in Mumbai, will commence her duties on Feb 8. Her responsibilities include harmonizing talent functions across Politico’s seven ..... Read More

Governor Murphy sets up the New Jersey-India Commission

Governor Phil Murphy took a significant step towards strengthening the bonds between New Jersey and India by establishing the New Jersey-India Commission. During the signing of the executive order, Governor Murphy expressed his commitment to fostering enduring cultural and economic connections between the two regions. Present at the ceremony were Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Tahesha Way, Consul General of India in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, and members of the Indian American community. The creation of the commission, as o ..... Read More

Aura Names Ravi Narula as Chief Financial Officer

Aura, a digital security firm headquartered in Boston, has appointed Ravi Narula as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen its financial leadership. According to an official statement from the company, this decision aligns with Aura’s objectives to drive revenue growth and improve its market position. Before joining Aura, Narula held the position of CFO at Certinia, where he played a crucial role in implementing significant business changes that led to notable enhancements in both revenue and prof ..... Read More

Ronak Jani becomes a member of the University of California Merced’s advisory board

Ronak M. Jani, the Managing Director of the Jani Group of Companies and an Indian American, has been appointed to the External Advisory Board (EAB) of the University of California Merced (UC Merced). In his new capacity, Jani offers strategic guidance leveraging his extensive expertise in the finance sector, aiming to enhance the university’s leadership, as outlined in a press release from the institution. Expressing his enthusiasm, Jani affirmed his commitment to supporting UC Merced’s mission of delivering top-tier education to students fro ..... Read More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the significant contribution of women power to Viksit Bharat’s resolution.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the critical role of women-led development in India’s overall progress, stressing its integral position within the narrative of Viksit Bharat’s development. He acknowledges that women-led development isn’t confined to specific programs but is interwoven into the nation’s growth story, reaffirming a strong commitment to advancing this cause. Responding to a social media post by Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smriti Irani, the Prime Minister’s Office echoed ..... Read More

‘Vyommitra’: 5 Important Details About India’s Robot Astronaut

According to a press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), India’s first human-manned space flight, named ‘Gaganyaan’, is set to carry Indian astronauts into space, with the woman robot astronaut ‘Vyommitra’ slated to precede it. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh disclosed that the ‘Vyommitra Mission’ is scheduled for the third quarter of this year, while the manned ‘Gaganyaan’ mission is slated for launch in 2025. Here are five key points about the ‘Vyommitra Mission’: – The name ‘Vyommitra’ is derived from ..... Read More

Microsoft appoints Vik Singh as Vice President

Microsoft has appointed Vik Singh, of Indian origin, as the corporate vice president overseeing generative AI and enterprise products. Prior to this role, Singh was the CEO and co-founder of Infer, a prominent predictive sales and marketing platform. Additionally, he has been actively involved as an investor and advisor to various AI startups. Previously, Singh held the position of entrepreneur in residence at Sutter Hill Ventures (SHV), where he played a key role in identifying potential ventures and evaluating early-stage investments. He als ..... Read More

Indian-origin musicians nominated for Royal Philharmonic Society Awards

The Royal Philharmonic Society (RPS) recently unveiled the nominees for its 2024 awards, with special recognition given to two individuals of Indian descent, Alpesh Chauhan and Jasdeep Singh Degun. Alpesh Chauhan, currently serving as the music director of the Birmingham Opera Company, made his debut in 2015 and garnered attention with the release of his inaugural album featuring Tchaikovsky’s orchestral works in June of the previous year. Collaborating with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra under Chandos Records, his album received wid ..... Read More

Amit Shah asserts India’s unwavering commitment to national safety and security, ruling out any compromises.

During the launch event of the Observer Research Foundation’s (ORF) Foreign Policy Survey in the national capital, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized India’s commitment to maintaining global friendships while prioritizing national security. Shah highlighted the historical absence of a clear internal security policy in India until 2014, noting that any existing policies were overshadowed by the nation’s foreign affairs agenda. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, Shah asserted that India’s foreign policy ..... Read More

PM Modi: New middle class fuels economy, mobility at Bharat Mobility Show.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Bharat Mobility Show’s inaugural session, emphasized India’s burgeoning middle class as a pivotal driver of economic growth, particularly within the mobility sector. Highlighting the role of automobile and auto component manufacturers, he underscored their significance in meeting the evolving needs of this demographic, positioning India as a global powerhouse. Expressing confidence in India’s trajectory to become the world’s third-largest economy during his tenure, Mr. Modi ou ..... Read More