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Indian archer Aditi Swami sets new under-18 compound world record at Archery World Cup in Colombia

Indian compound archer Aditi Gopichand Swami, in her debut appearance, achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the under-18 world record and securing the top position in the third stage of the Archery World Cup in Medellin, Colombia. Aditi impressed in the compound women’s field during the 72-arrow 50-metre qualification round, scoring an impressive 711 points. Her performance surpassed the previous record of 705 points set by Liko Arreola in May. Aditi’s compatriot, Jyothi Surekha Vennam, and Colombian archer Sara Lopez followed closely behind ..... Read More

India’s total exports reached a value of US$ 60.29 billion in May 2023.

The projected value of India’s total exports, combining both merchandise and services, is expected to reach US$60.29 billion in May 2023. Specifically, services exports are estimated to be worth US$25.30 billion, while merchandise exports are valued at US$34.98 billion. During the period of April-May 2023, merchandise exports accounted for US$69.72 billion, while services exports reached US$51.14 billion. ..... Read More

Alcohol’s Impact on Heart Health and Stress Response Explored

Alcohol consumption has long been frowned upon in society, often associated with negative perceptions and excluded from the ideal lifestyle. However, recent research suggests that moderate alcohol consumption could actually have positive effects on heart health. It has been found that moderate alcohol intake may help prevent cardiovascular complications, including heart attacks and strokes. This is due to alcohol’s ability to reduce activity in the brain regions responsible for stress response. Nonetheless, experts emphasize the need for cautio ..... Read More

Ramachandra Guha’s book secures the Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2023.

Historian Ramachandra Guha was honored by modern-day Britons for his remarkable book that focuses on white British individuals who defied the British establishment of their time to actively support Indian independence. Guha received the prestigious Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2023, along with a £5,000 cash award, during a ceremony in London. His book, titled “Rebels against the Raj: Western Fighters for India’s Freedom,” highlights the stories of these individuals who faced severe punishment for their courageous acts. ..... Read More

The MMS School Presents Annual Musical “Ramayana!” Showcasing the Vibrancy of Indian Culture

The Mexican Heritage Theatre in San Jose, California, witnessed the 44th Annual Musical “Ramayana!” produced by MMS students. This spectacular theatre production, based on the Hindu holy scripture, aimed to bridge the gap between the Indian diaspora and their cultural heritage. ..... Read More

Nidhi Shukla Assumes Role as President of Girl Rising, a Global Non-Profit Organization

On June 13, 2023, New York-based international non-profit organization Girl Rising announced Nidhi Shukla as its new president. Shukla, formerly the head of global programming in Delhi, India, will now be based in New York, working alongside CEO Christina Lowery. Together, they will drive the organization’s mission of using storytelling to transform how girls and their education are valued worldwide. ..... Read More

India’s Seafood Exports Soar in FY23

India achieved a remarkable milestone in seafood exports during FY23, with a record-breaking volume and value. Despite challenges faced in key export markets like the USA, India exported 1,735,286 million tonnes (MT) of seafood valued at US$ 8.09 billion (Rs. 63,969.14 crore). This represents a 4.31% increase in US$ terms, 11.08% increase in Rs., and a substantial 26.73% increase in quantity compared to the previous fiscal year. ..... Read More

2023 India Ideas Summit: U.S. Chamber Enhances Economic and Trade Partnership with India

The 2023 India Ideas Summit, organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-India Business Council, served as a prominent gathering for government and industry representatives from the U.S. and India. The summit aimed to explore ways to strengthen the economic and trade ties between the two nations. Distinguished speakers such as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark, and Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu participated in the event. ..... Read More

Akshay Venkatesh joins the National Academy of Sciences as a new member

Akshay Venkatesh, the Robert & Luisa Fernholz Professor in the School of Mathematics, has been chosen as a member of the National Academy of Sciences, a prestigious recognition for significant contributions to original research. ..... Read More

A Pakistani business conglomerate urges for the revival of trade with India to rescue the struggling economy.

A prominent business tycoon in Pakistan has emphasized the need for the country to reset its ties with India in order to address its economic challenges. Mian Muhammad Mansha, Chairman of Nishat Group, one of Pakistan’s largest and diversified business conglomerates, has advocated for the resumption of trade and economic relations with India while promoting people-to-people contact. ..... Read More

India’s Defence Ministry greenlights ‘predator drone’ agreement prior to PM Modi’s trip to the United States.

The Indian Ministry of Defence has granted approval for the procurement of ‘predator drones’ from the United States, although the final decision on the acquisition will be made by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). This development is particularly noteworthy as it coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the United States. ..... Read More

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s Twitter account exceeds 25 million followers.

The official Twitter account of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, @myogiadityanath, has garnered an impressive 25 million followers on the microblogging platform, Twitter. This milestone was announced by the Chief Minister’s Office on June 14, highlighting the growing popularity of CM Yogi on social media. ..... Read More

Busy Schedule During US Visit: PM Modi Engages in Yoga, Dines with Bidens, and Meets CEOs

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on his inaugural official state visit to the United States from June 21st to June 24th. The visit holds significant diplomatic importance for India in the realm of global politics in 2023. ..... Read More

Why I am against Conversion

In 1999, the Pope declared in Mumbai that in the 21st century the cross will be planted in Asia. Strangely, there was not much objection in the media that the Pope expressed so openly his eagerness to convert Hindus. Not only the Pope but also the different evangelical sects want to convert Hindus in big numbers. And unfortunately, they are doing it successfully because they have lots of money. In the last 20 years, after the Pope made his statement, Christian missionaries have become increasingly visible, blatant and controversial. ..... Read More

Why Not Hindu India?

Though I have lived in India for a long time, there are still issues here that I find hard to understand. For example, why do so many educated Indians become agitated when India is referred to as a Hindu country? The majority of Indians are Hindus. India is special because of its ancient Hindu tradition. ..... Read More

In the fiscal year 2022, Indians received the highest number of H-1B visas.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released data on H-1B visa approvals for the fiscal year 2022, which ended on September 30, 2022. Out of the total 441,000 approved applications, 320,000 or 72.6% were given to individuals born in India. China ranked second with 55,038 approved applications, accounting for 12.5% of the total, while Canada secured the third spot with 4,235 successful applicants, representing 1% of the overall figure. These statistics include both initial employment and visa extensions. ..... Read More

Adipurush advance ticket sales exceed 470,000, promising a box office “tsunami” for the Prabhas film.

The highly anticipated film Adipurush is off to a strong start, with impressive advance ticket sales. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh revealed that the Prabhas and Kriti Sanon-starrer has already sold over 470,000 tickets for its weekend shows. Adarsh expressed his excitement for the film’s potential success, predicting a “box office tsunami loading” in a tweet. Adipurush is set to release on June 16. ..... Read More

Genezen Expands Viral Vector Capabilities with Addition of Executive Leaders

Genezen, a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in gene and cell therapy, has announced the appointment of Dr. Susan D’Costa as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Dr. Nicole O’Brien as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Dr. D’Costa’s extensive experience in molecular virology, particularly in AAV manufacturing, will contribute to the growth of Genezen’s AAV business unit. She has held leadership positions at various companies in the gene and cell therapy field, including Florida Biologix, Brammer Bio, Thermo Fish ..... Read More

Rhea Chakraborty Pays Tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput on His Death Anniversary with the Song ‘How I Wish You Were Here’

On the occasion of the third death anniversary of Sushant Singh Rajput, his loved ones and fans continue to mourn his untimely demise. While the circumstances surrounding his death remain a mystery, those close to him remember and miss him even more today. ..... Read More

Assam Government and NF Railway Sign MoU for the Transfer of ASTC Land in Guwahati

The Assam Government has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Northern Frontier Railway to transfer the land of the Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) in Paltanbazar, Guwahati to the Railway Authority. This transfer will facilitate the construction of a second entry point to the Guwahati Railway Station. ..... Read More

India and US Take Significant Step Towards Defense Production and Partnership with Indus X Initiative

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) has praised the outcomes of the discussions held between US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. The council highlighted that the visit by the US leader demonstrates the growing alignment between the world’s oldest and largest democracies. ..... Read More

Indiaspora extends a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States.

Indiaspora, a nonprofit organization representing global Indian diaspora leaders, has expressed excitement about the upcoming visit of India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States. Scheduled from June 21 to June 23, 2023, this visit is considered historic as Prime Minister Modi is only the third Indian leader to be invited for a State visit, following President S Radhakrishnan in 1963 and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in 2009. ..... Read More

Economic ties key to India-US strategic partnership: Blinken

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has emphasized the significance of economic ties in the strategic partnership between India and the United States ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming state visit. Speaking at the U.S.-India Business Council’s India Ideas Summit, Blinken highlighted the growing strength of the economic relationship between the two countries under the leadership of President Biden and Prime Minister Modi. ..... Read More

Finance Minister announces an 87% surge in Indian economy since 2014

According to a tweet from the finance minister’s office, the Indian economy has witnessed a remarkable growth of more than 87% in US dollar terms over the course of nine years leading up to 2023. ..... Read More

IIT Madras Set to Launch Inaugural Campus in Eastern Africa

Later this year, the renowned Indian Institute of Technology Madras will establish a branch campus on the island of Zanzibar in Tanzania, showcasing India’s embrace of transnational education. ..... Read More