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Vivek Ramaswamy’s U.S.-India vision merits attention.

Image : @VivekGRamaswamy Mr. Vivek Ramaswamy, a second-generation Indian-American, is running as a Republican presidential candidate in the upcoming U.S. elections. His foreign policy stance sets him apart from other candidates, as he emphasizes the need for a stronger relationship with India to counterbalance China’s influence. Vivek, the youngest Republican presidential candidate to date, proudly embraces his Hindu heritage and Indian identity. He believes that ..... Read More

AI and data at the heart of India’s economy.

In today’s fast-evolving world, the fusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data represents a transformative force cutting across various industries. India, known for its rich culture, diverse populace, and rapidly expanding economy, stands on the brink of a significant transformation. At the heart of this transformation lie two intertwined forces: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data. In the 21st century, these twin pillars are poised to become the primary c ..... Read More

‘Meri Mati Mera Desh’ program’s second phase to honor India’s heroes.

The national initiative known as ‘Meri Mati Mera Desh,’ which celebrates India’s land and valor as a unified tribute to the nation’s journey towards freedom and progress, is gearing up for its second phase. In this upcoming phase, Amrit Kalash Yatras are being organized all over India. This nationwide outreach program aims to reach every household in the country. Soil and rice grains are being collected from over six lakh rural villages and urb ..... Read More

India bridges North-South gap at G20 summit.

Image : @narendramodi The G20 meeting, presided over by India, achieved remarkable success through extensive negotiations, resulting in a consensus-based Leaders Declaration. This diplomatic achievement was particularly notable given the significant divide between Western nations and Russia, supported by China, on the Ukraine issue. The G7+ countries had insisted on condemning Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, while Russia and China held firm against it. Sever ..... Read More

Ruchira Gupta honored with Alnoba Truth Award.

Facebook : @Ruchira Gupta The 2023 Alnoba Moment of Truth Award for Leadership in Gender Equity is set to be bestowed upon Ruchira Gupta, an Emmy-awarded journalist and the visionary founder of the non-governmental organization Apne Aap, dedicated to combating sex trafficking. This distinguished recognition, offered by the Alnoba Lewis Family Foundation, celebrates a resolute activist leader who has not only drawn widespread attention to a significant contemporary issu ..... Read More

Dev Anand’s Iconic Films Return to Big Screen.

Image : @Bollywoodirect A film festival titled ‘Dev Anand@100 – Forever Young’ commemorated the late Bollywood legend, Dev Anand, who would have turned 100 this month. This festival screened restored versions of his films from the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the National Film Archive of India (NFAI) in multiple Indian cities on September 24 and 25. Dev Anand, alongside Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar, was one of the iconic superstars o ..... Read More

Michigan officially recognizes Diwali and Vaishaki as state holidays.

Image – Michigan house democrats Michigan State bills 4446 and 4449, introduced by Indian American Representative Ranjeev Puri, designating Diwali and Vaisakhi as State Holidays, have been officially passed by the state house on September 13. Representative Puri expressed excitement on social media about the passage of the bills, highlighting that they acknowledge Michigan’s cultural diversity. The House of Representatives emphasized the importance of recog ..... Read More

India-US partnership at peak dynamism: Blinken.

At a recent event at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, DC, Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the growing collaboration between India and the United States. Blinken highlighted the dynamism of the U.S.-India strategic partnership, citing cooperation in advanced semiconductors and defense. During Prime Minister Modi’s state visit to the U.S. in June, the White House announced significant inves ..... Read More

Oil India’s US$ 3.01 billion investment aims for net-zero emissions by 2040.

Image : @OilIndiaLimited State-owned Oil India Limited (OIL) has ambitious plans to invest Rs. 25,000 crore (US$ 3.01 billion) in clean energy projects, with the goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, as revealed by Chairman Mr. Ranjit Rath. OIL’s strategy to reach net-zero emissions involves several key initiatives, including reducing gas flaring, tapping into stranded gas resources, establishing renewable energy production capacity, setting up gre ..... Read More

Prime Minister Modi starts projects worth $6.11 billion in Madhya Pradesh, boosting development and job creation.

On September 14, 2023, in Bina, Madhya Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated a series of development projects valued at over Rs. 50,700 crore (US$ 6.11 billion). These projects encompass various sectors, including power, renewable energy, information technology, and industrial parks. One of the prominent projects is the Petrochemical Complex at Bina Refinery, a venture by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), with an estimated cost of Rs. 49,000 crore ..... Read More

Strong loan book expansion may boost banks’ FY24 profitability.

The fiscal year FY24 is expected to witness a positive trend in the profitability of banks, even though the growth rate may vary in percentage terms due to robust projections for the loan book’s expansion. ICRA experts, a reputable rating agency, anticipate that Public Sector Banks (PSBs) will maintain a strong overall profitability exceeding Rs. 1 lakh crore (US$ 12 billion). During a recent webinar, analysts from the agency reiterated their optimistic outlook ..... Read More

Sanjib Sahoo receives prestigious Bharat Samman Award.

Image : @SahooSanj At the 34th annual NRI Pravasi Divas, Sanjib Sahoo, Chief Digital Officer (CDO) of Ingram Micro, received the Bharat Samman Award. The award ceremony took place at the House of Lords in London during the World Leaders Summit, where it was presented by Alastair John Campbell, 4th Baron Colgrain, alongside other esteemed leaders, including Manu Jagmohan Singh, CEO of the NRI Institute. The Bharat Samman Award, an annual recognition by the NRI Institute ..... Read More

Raj Subramaniam, FedEx CEO, honored at AABDC awards.

Twitter : @FedExIndia Raj Subramaniam, the President and CEO of FedEx Corporation, will receive the 2023 Pinnacle Award at the 2023 Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Award. The award is presented by the Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) and recognizes those who have reached the pinnacle of their professional careers. Subramaniam will be honored along with 50 other Asian American executives at a gala dinner on September 21. John Wang, President ..... Read More

Sandhya Reddy appointed as Deputy Mayor of Strathfield Council in Sydney.

Image : strathfield.nsw.gov.au Sandhya Reddy achieved a historic milestone as the first Indian Australian to secure a mayoral position in Sydney’s Strathfield Council. The election, held earlier this month, marked this significant moment in Australian politics. The official announcement came from the Strathfield Council on its Facebook page, stating that Councillor Karen Pensabene was elected Mayor during their ordinary Council Meeting on September 5. In this ele ..... Read More

Vicky Kaushal on Family Pressure for ‘Good News’ on Kids.

Twitter : @KatrinaKaifFB Vicky Kaushal recently discussed the topic of having children within his family and with his wife, Katrina Kaif, in an interview with Radio City. He revealed that both his and Katrina’s families are very understanding and do not pressure them regarding this matter. Vicky and Katrina tied the knot in 2021. When asked if any family members had urged them to share ‘good news,’ Vicky responded, “No one. They are cool people. ..... Read More

Raghu Appasani emphasizes mental wellness on podcast.

In its fifth season, “Beyond the Fog Radio,” a podcast dedicated to exploring the vibrant neighborhoods and remarkable individuals of San Francisco, showcased the story of Indian-American Psychiatrist Raghu Appasani. Raghu Appasani stands out as a first-generation Indian American integrative psychiatrist, neuroscientist, psychotherapist, mental health advocate, author, social entrepreneur, and even an amateur chef. His significant contributions include foun ..... Read More

Indian auto parts industry eyes $5B circularity opportunity: Report.

A McKinsey report, published on September 13, 2023, highlights a substantial market opportunity within India’s automobile parts industry focusing on component circularity. This opportunity is estimated to range from US$ 3.8-5 billion by FY30, focusing on three core themes: material recirculation, circular product design, and repair, care, and refurbishment services. The report, titled ‘Mobility 360 degree-Sustainability for Competitiveness,’ was unve ..... Read More

Indian PV market to nearly double by FY31: Maruti Suzuki MD

Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, the CEO and Managing Director of Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL), envisions substantial growth in the Indian passenger vehicle (PV) market. He predicts that by 2030-31 (FY31), the market will nearly double to approximately 7 million units. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), he credited the consistent support and dedication of the auto component industry for India’s position as the ..... Read More

India’s President virtually inaugurates Ayushman Bhav Campaign.

Twitter : @rashtrapatibhvn On September 13, 2023, India’s President, Ms. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the Ayushman Bhav Campaign virtually from Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar. In her address, the President emphasized the campaign’s overarching goal, stating that “no person should be left behind, and no village should be left behind,” aligning with the aspiration of achieving Universal Health Coverage. She stressed the importance of individual and fami ..... Read More

iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max now compatible with India’s NavIC GPS.

Image : @iPhone15Ultra Apple, having recently launched its new iPhone 15 series, has integrated India’s NavIC satellite navigation system into its high-end iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models to enhance location-based services. NavIC offers precise real-time positioning and timing services. In the tech specifications, Apple highlights that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max now support NavIC alongside other satellite navigation systems such as GPS, GL ..... Read More

Bilquis Mir: Pioneering Indian Woman Judge at Asian Games.

Twitter : @mir_bilquis Bilquis Mir, a prominent figure in the world of water sports and a kayaking sensation from Kashmir, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian woman athlete appointed as a jury member for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, commencing on September 23, 2023. With her role as Director of Water Sports in Jammu and Kashmir, Bilquis Mir will have the crucial responsibility of evaluating the performances of numerous athletes fr ..... Read More

A milestone for the IAF: India receives its inaugural C295 from Airbus in Spain.

Twitter : @AirbusDefence Airbus Defence and Space delivered the first of 56 C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force in a fly-away condition. This handover took place at Airbus’ production site in Seville, Spain, in the presence of IAF Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari. The C295, configured for transport and equipped with an indigenous electronic warfare suite, will soon depart for Delhi, piloted by a joint IAF-Airbus crew, bolstering one of the world’s la ..... Read More

Nirva Kapasi Patel leads Harvard Law’s Animal Law & Policy Program.

Nirva Kapasi Patel, an attorney of Indian origin and a passionate advocate for animal rights, has been chosen as the new executive director of Harvard Law School’s Brooks McCormick Jr. Animal Law and Policy Program. Patel, who has served on Farm Sanctuary’s board of directors for the past five years, boasts a diverse background in law, science, communications, and animal policy. Notably, she has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at ending public f ..... Read More

Akshay Kumar’s ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ hits screens in December.

Twitter : @akshaykumar Indian superstar Akshay Kumar has delighted his fans by announcing the third installment of the immensely popular “Welcome” film series. Celebrating his 56th birthday, Akshay Kumar unveiled the film’s title, “Welcome To The Jungle.” On social media, the actor conveyed that he’s offered a birthday surprise to both himself and his supporters. He posted a video of the cast singing a cappella and encouraged fans to ..... Read More

Indian-American judge takes charge of Google antitrust suit.

Amit P. Mehta, an esteemed Indian-American judge originally from Patna, India, currently presides over a critical antitrust lawsuit brought forth by the U.S. Justice Department against Google. Appointed to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in 2014, Judge Mehta’s legal expertise and unique background have positioned him as a prominent figure in this significant legal matter. This legal dispute initiated when the U.S. government accused Google of ..... Read More