FIIDS hosts ‘Celebration of Democracies’ to honor US and India’s shared values
By: Dr. Avi Verma On August 24, the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) hosted the “Celebration of Democracies” event, commemorating the Independence Days of both the United States and India. This special occasion highlighted the shared democratic values that unite
Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America features impressive Shri Ram Mandir replica at India Day Parade
By: Vandana Jhingan The Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) made a spectacular impact at the annual India Day Parade (IDP) in Manhattan with its remarkable replica of the Shri Ram Mandir. This eye-catching float, which measured 18 feet in length, 9 feet
Spindle India, Inc. blends tradition and celebration at 12th Annual India Fest Wisconsin, marking India’s Independence Day
On Saturday, August 24th, Spindle India, Inc. marked the 12th Annual IndiaFest Wisconsin and the 78th Independence Day of India with vibrant festivities in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. The celebration began at the downtown village park in Waukesha County with a parade featuring the
Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago donates $50,000 to Umang School in Ahmedabad
By: Jayanti Oza On August 18, the Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago (BSC) hosted a special event featuring renowned comedian Jagdish Trivedi at the Rana Reagan Center in Carol Stream. The gathering, which successfully combined entertainment with philanthropy, attracted hundreds of senior attendees.
High stakes and unpredictable turns: The 2024 Presidential race heats up
As the 2024 US Presidential race unfolds, the strategic maneuvers of key candidates are drawing scrutiny and shaping the electoral landscape in significant ways. Vice President Kamala Harris’s conspicuous absence from the public eye, particularly her avoidance of in-depth interviews, raises critical questions
India urges unconditional release of Israeli hostages following terror attacks
India has reiterated its strong condemnation of the October 7 terror attacks on Israel, calling for a ceasefire and the immediate, unconditional release of all hostages. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India’s position during the 17th India-Israel Foreign Office Consultations held in New
Harris defends policy reversals saying her ‘values have not changed’
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar Vice President Kamala Harris, who is also a Democratic presidential candidate, defended her shifting positions on several key issues, asserting that her core values have not changed.
PM Modi invited to SCO summit in Islamabad, but attendance uncertain
Pakistan has officially confirmed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit scheduled for mid-October in Islamabad. During her weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch stated that invitations had been extended to
High demand for tickets to PM Modi’s New York reception overwhelms venue capacity
The Indian diaspora and Americans nationwide are showing overwhelming interest in attending the community reception for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York, surpassing the venue’s capacity. Avinash Gupta, President of the tri-state chapter of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), noted, “There
PM apologises saying Shivaji Maharaj not just king but deity he adores; slams Oppn
Palghar (Maharashtra), Aug 30 – Amid the outcry over the collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s statue at Rajkot Fort in Malvan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday apologised, saying that the Maratha warrior was not just a king but a deity that he
Paris Paralympics: Avani bags gold with Games record, Mona takes bronze in women’s 10m air rifle SH1
Chateauroux, Aug 30 – Avani Lekhara bagged a gold medal with the Games record while Mona Agarwal took home bronze in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 at the Paris Paralympics on Friday. In the final, Avani bettered her previous record set
NSA Doval meets Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo
Colombo, Aug 30 – National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval called on Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo on Friday, holding discussions on the ongoing economic collaboration between the two neighbouring countries. Sri Lanka’s National Security Advisor Sagala
Adani Ports acquires 80 pc stake in Astro Offshore for $185 mn to boost marine portfolio
Ahmedabad, Aug 30 – Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) on Friday announced its acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in global offshore support vessel operator Astro Offshore for $185 million in an all-cash deal. Astro will enhance Adani Ports’ global
India’s fintech industry received record $31 bn investment in last 10 years: PM Modi
Mumbai, Aug 30 – India’s fintech revolution is improving financial inclusion as well as driving innovation and in the last 10 years, the industry has received a record investment of more than $31 billion, along with witnessing a startup growth of 500 per
India’s best is yet to come, says PM at GFF, hints at returning to power in 2029
Mumbai, Aug 30 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi indicated that he would return to power in five years as India’s “best is yet to come”, while addressing the annual 5th Global Fintech Fest, here on Friday. PM Modi also expressed confidence that India’s
Trinamool leader held for using forged letterhead of Abhishek Banerjee
Kolkata, Aug 30 – The Kolkata Police, on Friday, arrested a local Trinamool Congress leader in the New Town area in the northern outskirts of Kolkata on charges of duping people of a few crores of rupees by forging the letterhead of the
‘Actions have consequences’: EAM Jaishankar says era of uninterrupted dialogues with Pakistan over
New Delhi, Aug 30 – External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday asserted that the era of interrupted dialogues with Pakistan is over, noting that “actions have consequences”. In his remarks at a book launch event in the national capital, Jaishankar said: “Era
Mohammad Nazim returns to TV with ‘Shamshaan Champa’: Feels incredibly gratifying
Mumbai, Aug 30 – Television actor Mohammad Nazim, who is making a comeback with the supernatural show, ‘Shamshaan Champa’, has called his return ‘incredibly gratifying’. Best known for his role of Ahem in the show ‘Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’, Nazim expressed his enthusiasm about
Ishaan Khatter is ecstatic as he gets featured first time on billboard in LA
king about “The Perfect Couple”, it is a mystery drama starring Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Dakota Fanning, Hewson and Ishaan. It is an adaptation of the 2018 novel of the same name by Elin Hilderbrand. The show tells the story of Hewson’s character
‘Pad Gaye Pange’ is a movie that makes you laugh at small life incidents
New Delhi, Aug 30 – The story revolves around a retired maths teacher, Shastri Ji (Rajesh Sharma), who happily resides in an old house that is full of memories of his late wife, Sudha. His daughter-in-law, Madhu, wishes to move out of the