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Declassified US records show India shaped Paris climate deal

Recently declassified US diplomatic documents reveal that India played a pivotal role in shaping the structure and flexibility of the Paris climate agreement. Released by the National Security Archive on the agreement’s tenth anniversary, the records include internal US cables and negotiation notes from 2014 and 2015. Together, they show that American officials viewed India as essential to the success of any global climate deal, while also considering it one of the most challenging negotiating partners. According to the documents, US policym ..... Read More

World Meditation Day Unites Millions Worldwide

World Meditation Day reached an unprecedented scale this year as Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar guided a live, synchronized meditation from New York City. Millions of participants from thousands of cities across 150 countries came together in a shared moment of silence and reflection, making it one of the largest coordinated meditation gatherings ever recorded. In the United States alone, people from 45 states and 133 cities joined the global observance. Addressing the gathering, Gurudev emphasized the importance of making meditation a daily p ..... Read More

2025 Marks Evidence-Based Growth for Ayush Sector

The year 2025 marked a period of evidence-based growth, global leadership and people-centric healthcare for India’s Ayush sector, driven by higher budgetary allocation, expanding exports and increased global recognition. The sector witnessed significant outreach during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, where over 9 lakh pilgrims benefited from Ayush OPDs, mobile health units, wellness halls and yoga sessions, expanding access to traditional healthcare services. A historic milestone was achieved with the World Health Organization’s 2025 update to I ..... Read More

Krishnamoorthi Focuses Senate Bid on Economy, Accountability

Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi said restoring economic opportunity and holding the government accountable are the core priorities of his campaign as he runs for the US Senate. “The most important issue right now is that the American dream — the ability of people to fulfil their economic potential — is slipping from the grasp of millions of people,” Krishnamoorthi told IANS in an interview. He said rising costs have made basic necessities increasingly unaffordable for families across the country. &ldqu ..... Read More

US Finds Indian Capsule Makers Received Subsidies

The US Department of Commerce has issued a final affirmative determination that producers and exporters of hard empty capsules from India received countervailable subsidies, a finding that could result in the imposition of countervailing duties on Indian exports. According to a notice published in the Federal Register, the investigation covered the period from April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. The Commerce Department concluded that subsidies provided to Indian manufacturers met the legal standards required for countervailing duties under ..... Read More

Indian Envoy, Japan Cabinet Secretary Discuss Bilateral Ties

India’s Ambassador-designate to Japan, Nagma Mallick, on Friday called on Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara Minoru in Tokyo, holding discussions on further advancing bilateral relations between the two countries. Sharing details of the meeting on X, the Indian Embassy in Japan said the discussions focused on strengthening India-Japan ties as a follow-up to the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi in Johannesburg. Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Takaichi met on November 23 ..... Read More

Modi: Rashtra Prerna Sthal reflects unity, self-respect

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 25 inaugurated the Rashtriya Prerna Sthal in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, a landmark national memorial created to celebrate the life, principles, and lasting influence of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The inauguration coincided with Vajpayee’s 101st birth anniversary, giving the occasion both symbolic and historical significance. Addressing the gathering, Modi described the memorial as a reflection of India’s enduring commitment to dignity, unity, and public service. During his address, the p ..... Read More

11 Indian Americans Transforming US Politics 2025

2025 marked a significant year for Indian Americans in US politics, with several leaders from the diaspora making headlines for their historic achievements and bold stances. In the midst of rising anti-Indian sentiment and challenges to visa policies, figures such as Zohran Mamdani, Ro Khanna, and Pramila Jayapal redefined the narrative surrounding the community. On the right-wing spectrum, Vivek Ramaswamy and Harmeet Dhillon emerged as prominent voices advocating conservative principles while supporting the Indian-American community. Vivek ..... Read More

Vinay Kwatra meets US envoy pick Sergio Gor; trade talks focus

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, recently held discussions with Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador-designate to India, at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. The meeting focused on deepening trade engagement and strengthening the broader strategic partnership between India and the United States at a time of active economic negotiations between the two countries. Sharing details of the interaction on social media, Kwatra said he was pleased to connect with Gor and noted that their conversation covered a wide range of issues related ..... Read More

California Declares Diwali a State Holiday 2026

California is set to recognize Diwali as an official state holiday in 2026, marking a historic move that will grant residents a day off to celebrate the Indian and South Asian Festival of Lights. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill in October, ensuring public schools, community colleges, and state employees can observe the holiday. The festival, which honors the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, will fall on Sunday, November 8, next year. Since it coincides with a weekend, the holiday will be observed on Monday, November 9. ..... Read More

Trump presidency sees major Indian-American donations

During his campaigns, President Donald Trump often described himself as “very greedy,” claiming he had always sought financial gain but promising to channel that drive toward the United States if elected. However, in office, his administration blurred lines between lobbying and potential favoritism, even as it maintained no wrongdoing occurred. A recent investigation by The New York Times revealed that six prominent Indian-American executives and the companies they lead were significant contributors to Trump’s 2025 campaign ..... Read More

Kartik-Ananya Film Receives Mixed Audience Reactions

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s highly anticipated romantic drama Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri hit theaters on December 25, 2025, marking the final major Bollywood release of the year. Promoted as a vibrant and light-hearted rom-com, the film quickly became a topic of discussion online, with audiences sharing diverse opinions about the story and performances. While some viewers praised the film for its charm and entertainment value, describing it as “fresh, youthful, and wholesome,” others found it lacking, calling it “a romantic dr ..... Read More

India Advances Strategic Reach With K-4 Missile Test

 India recently conducted a successful test of its K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the nuclear-powered submarine INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal. This test represents a critical step in India’s ongoing efforts to expand its undersea nuclear deterrent. The K-4, capable of carrying a 2-ton warhead, boasts an impressive range of 3,500 kilometers, providing a significant boost to India’s strategic reach compared to the earlier K-15 missile, which had a range of only 700 kilometers. Developed by the Defence Research and Dev ..... Read More

India Develops High-Speed Test Track Advancing Rail

Indian Railways is set to achieve a major milestone with the development of its first High-Speed Test Track, expected to be completed by March 2026. The project, managed by the Research, Designs, and Standards Organisation (RDSO) under the North Western Railway (NWR), will be built between Gudha and Thathana Mithri in the Jodhpur division of Rajasthan. The initiative, estimated at around US$ 117 million (Rs. 967 crore), spans 64 km and is designed to accommodate train speeds of up to 220 kmph for rigorous testing. Once operational, the track ..... Read More

India Expands Consular Services Across US Cities

 India has inaugurated a new Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) in Los Angeles, operated by VFS Global, to improve access to essential services such as passports, visas, and Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) for the local Indian diaspora. This facility, which became operational on December 15, 2025, increases the total number of VFS-operated Indian centres in the US to 17. The Los Angeles centre provides a wide range of consular services including passport and visa applications, renunciation of Indian citizenship, police clearance c ..... Read More

India and US Support SHANTI Act Nuclear Reform

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has welcomed the passage of the SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) Act, 2025, calling it a historic milestone in India’s energy sector. Receiving Presidential assent after approval by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the legislation marks the most comprehensive update of India’s civil nuclear framework since independence, the USISPF stated. The SHANTI Act replaces the Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage ..... Read More

India–New Zealand FTA to boost investor confidence: Experts

The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is expected to significantly boost investor confidence by expanding market access and strengthening economic cooperation between the two countries, experts said on Tuesday. Ved Jain, economist and former President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), said the agreement would encourage positive investor sentiment as both nations open their markets and demonstrate strong leadership commitment to economic development. “When two countries like India and New Zealand enter into ..... Read More

Indian-origin profs create US’s first 3D monolithic AI chip

 Indian-origin researchers Subhasish Mitra from Stanford University and Tathagata Srimani of Carnegie Mellon University have played a central role in creating the first monolithic 3D artificial intelligence chip fabricated in a US commercial foundry. Collaborating with teams from Stanford, Carnegie Mellon, the University of Pennsylvania, and MIT, the duo demonstrated a design that significantly enhances AI system performance while reducing energy consumption. This achievement was recently presented at a major semiconductor conference and repres ..... Read More

Modi to lay foundation of $835 million Kaziranga corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to lay the foundation stone of the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor in January 2026, marking a major step in Assam’s effort to balance ecological preservation with infrastructure expansion. The project represents a long-term solution to protect wildlife while addressing increasing traffic movement through one of India’s most environmentally sensitive regions. State Agriculture Minister Atul Bora confirmed that the initiative gained strong momentum after the Prime Minister’s visit to Kaziranga, a UNESCO Wo ..... Read More

Starbucks Names Anand Varadarajan as CTO

Starbucks has announced the appointment of technology veteran Anand Varadarajan as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, effective January 19. The leadership move signals a renewed push by the global coffee chain to accelerate its technology-driven transformation across stores and operations worldwide. The appointment was confirmed by Starbucks Chief Executive Officer Brian Niccol, who said Varadarajan will join the company’s Executive Leadership Team and report directly to him. The role places Varadarajan at the cen ..... Read More

LVM3 Launches Record-Breaking US Satellite Successfully

 India’s heavy-lift launch vehicle LVM3 achieved another major milestone with the successful deployment of the BlueBird Block-2 communications satellite into low Earth orbit during an early morning launch from Sriharikota. The mission marked the rocket’s sixth operational flight and its third dedicated commercial assignment, further strengthening India’s position in the global satellite launch market. Weighing approximately 6,100 kilograms, BlueBird Block-2 became the heaviest satellite ever launched by an Indian rocke ..... Read More

PM Modi Meets Olympic Gold Medallist Neeraj Chopra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed two-time Olympic medallist and javelin champion Neeraj Chopra, along with his wife, Himani Mor, at his residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg on Tuesday. Sharing highlights of the meeting on social media, PM Modi mentioned that they discussed various topics, including sports, and described the interaction as “great.” Neeraj Chopra, a trailblazer in Indian athletics, became the first Indian to win an Olympic gold medal in track and field during the Tokyo 2020 Games. He maintained his top form by claim ..... Read More

India Real Estate Sees Record $10.4 Billion Investment

India’s real estate sector reached a historic milestone in 2025, recording institutional investments of US$ 10.4 billion, the highest annual inflow ever reported. The surge in capital reflects heightened confidence among both domestic and global investors, supported by favourable macroeconomic conditions, greater market transparency, and sustained demand across key real estate segments. Office properties continued to draw a significant portion of institutional capital, fueled by steady leasing activity and high tenant occupancy levels. The r ..... Read More

Indian-origin psychologist named youngest San Carlos mayor

Indian-Americans are making significant strides in U.S. politics this year, highlighted by Pranita Venkatesh’s historic election as mayor of San Carlos, California. Her election follows Zohran Mamdani’s milestone as New York City’s mayor, marking Venkatesh as the second mayor in the country of Indian-origin heritage. On December 8, 2025, Venkatesh was officially sworn in as the mayor of San Carlos, a city of 28,000 residents located in San Mateo County, near Silicon Valley. Known as the "City of the Gold Life," San Carlos now celebrates one ..... Read More

STEAM NHS, Science Bank collaborate on FSJ 2026 edition

The STEAM National Honor Society (STEAM NHS), a U.S.-based nonprofit promoting student achievement in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, has announced a strategic partnership with Intelligent Science Group Inc., also known as Science Bank, to publish the 2026 edition of the Future Scholars Journal (FSJ). The journal is a free, peer-reviewed, international platform dedicated to high school and undergraduate research. The collaboration merges STEAM NHS’s mission-driven student research ecosystem with Science Bank’s global ..... Read More