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FDA Releases Health Alert Regarding Indian Spice Brand

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a health advisory concerning spices from an Indian brand, which tested positive for Salmonella on June 30, 2023. Consumers who purchased these products in certain U.S. states, including Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, Maryland, Tennessee, Texas, Mississippi, Florida, Virginia, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, are being cautioned. The flagged products include Everest Garam Masala, Everest Sambhar Ma ..... Read More

JITO USA-NY Hosts Inspiring Entrepreneurship and Innovation Conference

Jain International Trade Organization, USA (JITO USA) organized the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Conference in New Jersey, with the participation of 400 attendees from 20 states and 4 countries. The event brought together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and academic luminaries, fostering knowledge-sharing and inspiring socio-economic growth within the Jain community and the broader global community. Rajeev Pandya, JITO USA treasurer and New York Chapter chairperson ..... Read More

International Conservation Research Award Granted to Indian American Conservationist

Dr. Girish Panicker, an Indian American researcher, has been recognized for his exceptional achievements in conservation research by the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS), which awarded him the prestigious 2023 International Conservation Research Award. Dr. Panicker currently holds the position of director at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Conservation Research Program and serves as a professor at Alcorn State University in Mississippi. His ..... Read More

Rishi Sunak: UK-India Relationship Closer Than Ever

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak celebrated the strong bilateral relationship between the UK and India during the India Global Forum’s UK-India Week reception at 10 Downing Street on June 29. In his speech, he emphasized the close bond between the two nations, stating that they are “closer than ever.” Sunak eagerly expressed his anticipation for the upcoming G20 summit in New Delhi, hoping for meaningful discussions and positive outcomes. In a light-hearted ..... Read More

Modi-Putin call showcases India’s autonomy

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a productive conversation following PM Modi’s successful visit to the United States. The discussion reaffirmed India’s strategic autonomy and non-zero-sum approach to global affairs in a changing world. The two leaders reviewed the progress in their bilateral cooperation and exchanged perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual interest, as mentioned in a press statement b ..... Read More

Indian music, cuisine, and dance to dazzle Paris before PM Modi’s visit

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the India-France Strategic Partnership, a group of eminent Indian artists and artisans will travel to Paris next week to take part in the ‘Namaste France’ festival, marking a significant moment in the history of Indo-French relations. Organized by the Embassy of India with support from the Ministry of Culture, the festival will be held in Boulogne Billancourt from July 6-9 and will precede Prime Minister Narendra ModiR ..... Read More

Garcetti: Collaborative US-India Efforts Will Transform Dreams into Reality

United States Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, highlighted the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States in strengthening India-US relations and transforming aspirations into reality. Speaking at the “Peace, Prosperity, Planet, People: A New Chapter in U.S.-India Relations” event jointly organized by the Asia Society Policy Institute and IIT Delhi, Garcetti emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to prom ..... Read More

Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Hits Historic High with 10.6 Million Transactions in May

Since its launch in October 2021, the usage of Aadhaar-based face authentication transactions has reached a new peak, hitting 10.6 million in May. This marks the second consecutive month with over 10 million face authentication transactions recorded. The technology’s popularity is on the rise, evident from a 38% increase in May’s transactions compared to those in January 2023. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has developed an AI and mach ..... Read More

Putin recognizes the real impact of PM Modi’s ‘Make in India’ on the economy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, acknowledging its significant impact on the Indian economy, as reported by RT, a Russian state-controlled international news television network. Putin referred to India as an example to promote domestic products and brands within Russia. Moreover, the Russian Ambassador to New Delhi, Denis Alipov, highlighted the strength of the “special Russia- ..... Read More

Affirmative Action Ruling Leaves Indian Americans Feeling Disheartened

The Supreme Court made an anticipated decision on June 29, declaring affirmative action in college admissions programs at Harvard and the University of North Carolina unconstitutional. The court ruled that the practice discriminated against white and Asian American students, violating the 14th Amendment. Following the ruling, Asian American organizations expressed their disapproval and organized protests in front of the Supreme Court. Interestingly, a Pew Research surv ..... Read More

World Bank President Ajay Banga featured in 2023 US “Great Immigrants” list.

Ajay Banga, the President of the World Bank, has been acknowledged on the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s annual “Great Immigrants” list for his significant contributions in enriching America and its democracy. Banga, who assumed the role of World Bank chief in June 2023, holds the distinction of being the first-ever Indian American to lead the institution. Among this year’s honorees on the list of ‘Great Immigrants’ by the Carnegie Corpo ..... Read More

RBI Governor: Indian Economy Experiences Strong Recovery Amid Global Challenges

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted that despite increased global uncertainties and formidable challenges, the Indian economy has achieved a strong recovery and is one of the fastest-growing major economies. This growth is attributed to sustained bank credit, low non-performing assets, and sufficient capital and liquidity buffers. To ensure financial stability amid unforeseen challenges, Das mentioned the efforts being made by the Reserve Bank and other f ..... Read More

How Parenting Styles Create Mindsets By Dr. Namitha Raju

Several schools are introducing kids to the concept of a fixed mindset versus a growth mindset as part of their social-emotional learning program. It’s a great awareness tool, thanks to studies by Stanford University researcher Dr. Carol Dweck. Dr. Dweck’s research discovered the two main ways people think about their ability to do things: the fixed mindset and the growth mindset. Her research looks at the sources of these two distinct mindsets, their role ..... Read More

Careers! Who gets to choose – Parents or Kids? By Dr. Namitha Raju

A clever advertisement recently released (https://youtu.be/36SDHEwSA_U) by Bournvita, a children’s health drink company in India, promoted a social message. In this ad, they changed the packaging of their health drink and presented it in unimaginable containers (such as a glass cleaner, a soap box, a toilet cleaner, a tissue box, etc.) to see how someone would react to a different container shape instead of how it is meant to be. They used this analogy to urge paren ..... Read More

PM Modi urges Goldman Sachs for more India investment.

Image – Twitter/Narendra Modi Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met with the top executives of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. in New Delhi, where he emphasized the vast opportunities that India presents for global companies. In a tweet following the meeting, PM Modi described the fruitful discussions with the board members and key leadership of Goldman Sachs, highlighting India’s potential for growth driven by recent reforms and a business-friendly env ..... Read More

Indian human rights activist joined the UN Independent Commission on Ukraine.

  Photo Credit  – Twitter @vrindagrov The UN Human Rights Council’s 2022 Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine’s President, Ambassador Václav Bálek (Czechia), named Vrinda Grover of India to the commission. Grover, an Indian lawyer, has 34 years of constitutional, criminal, and human rights experience. She has represented clients in significant matters before the Trial Courts, High Courts, Supreme Court of India, commissi ..... Read More

Goldman CEO: India’s High Growth Trajectory – Economic Times.

Image – Twitter/Narendra Modi According to the Economic Times, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon remarked that India is currently on a high growth trajectory, projected to grow at a rate of 6-7% over the next three years. Global CEOs view India as a significant growth opportunity, but they also acknowledge some challenges associated with investing in the country. Solomon expressed surprise at the resilience of the global economy, particularly the United States, ove ..... Read More

What kind of parent are you? By Dr. Namitha Raju

Most of us are aware of the controlling parent and the lenient parent. A controlling parent manages their kids’ behaviors using dominating techniques such as threats, yelling, shaming, sarcasm, or punishments. Parents who use control don’t like it but feel compelled to use it. Moreover, with time, the threats go up in intensity. Otherwise, they don’t work. While this method might produce obedience, it doesn’t teach kids why the desired behaviors matter. Furthe ..... Read More

Removing the Taboo – A Conversation on Mental Wellness

 Lashing out unexplainably on family members, suddenly crying by yourself, losing appetite or even gaining appetite to feel better – if any of this sounds familiar, you are far from alone. In fact, these are some of the most common signs of emotional stress. This is often what happens to the mind when forced under constraints created by social “norms” in our society. Health and fitness are topics I enjoy covering, encompassing many aspects such as nutrition, flexibility, and resistance training. However, it would be foolish not to incorporate m ..... Read More

Caltech acknowledges faculty members of Indian descent.

Two faculty members of Indian origin at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have been honored with named professorships for early career achievements, which is the highest distinction given by the institute. These prestigious awards aim to provide additional resources to support innovative research while fostering mentorship and training for future generations. Among the 13 recognized faculty members, Smruthi Karthikeyan, the Gordon and Carol Treweek Assis ..... Read More

India’s online retail market predicted to reach US$ 325 billion by 2030: Deloitte report.

A recent report by Deloitte India predicts that India’s online retail market will reach a size of US$ 325 billion by 2030, up from US$ 70 billion in 2022. The rapid expansion of e-commerce in tier-2 and tier-3 cities is expected to be the primary driver of this growth. The report, titled ‘Future of Retail,’ suggests that online retail penetration will outpace offline retail by 2.5 times in the next decade. Tier-2 and tier-3 cities accounted for over 6 ..... Read More

MIT grants inaugural seed funding to students of Indian origin.

MIT has awarded grants to six individuals, including Arjun Balasingam and Vibhaalakshmi Sivaraman, as part of the MIT-Pillar AI Collective initiative. The grants aim to support their research projects financially and provide resources that could lead to the development of commercially viable products or companies. Arjun Balasingam, a PhD student in electrical engineering and computer science, is working on a technology called MobiSee. This innovative technology utilize ..... Read More

PM Modi commends Indian athletes’ outstanding 202-medal victory at Special Olympics in Berlin.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his congratulations to India’s athletes for their outstanding performance at the Special Olympics Summer Games in Berlin, where they secured a total of 202 medals, including 76 gold medals. Alongside the golds, the athletes also achieved 75 silver and 51 bronze medals, surpassing the 200-medal mark, with six medals earned from track events. In a tweet, PM Modi praised the incredible athletes who represented Ind ..... Read More

US House of Representatives honors Dr. Lokesh Acharya.

Dr. Acharya Lokesh Muni, the founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti, has been recognized by the US House of Representatives during his peace harmony tour in the United States. In a news release, it was stated that Dr. Lokesh Muni, who is dedicated to ending terrorism, violence, and discrimination worldwide, has become the first Indian monk to receive an official seal and citation from the House of Representatives. Congressman Jefferson Wayne Drew, who presented the honor, pra ..... Read More

Ahimsaa (Non-Injury)

By Sri Dhira Chaitanya The word ahimsaa means non-injury. We understand it as a Universal value, saamaanya dharma. No human being wants to be hurt by another in any manner. In fact this is true for any living being. We thus have a natural tendency to seek to be free from being hurt. The practice of ahimsaa as a discipline is mandated in the Vedic statement himsaam na kuryaat – do not cause injury. Dharma Shaastra, which are the codes of ethics and conduct we are ..... Read More