Javed Akhtar explains why he doesn’t like speaking ‘inspiring words’ at openings
Mumbai, May 3 - Inaugurating the Mumbai Art Fair at the Nehru Centre on Friday, acclaimed poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar opened up on why he does not like to speak words of inspiration when he is invited to preside over events.
Indian tech companies begin to create global impact: SAP’s Manish Prasad
New Delhi, May 4 - The last decade has transformed the IT and technology landscape in India and some of the homegrown technology enterprises, mid-market firms and startups are now creating an impact globally as well, says Manish Prasad, President and Managing Director
From progress to prosperity: India’s economic momentum shatters ‘xenophobia’ myths
New Delhi, May 3 - US President Joe Biden’s assertion linking ‘xenophobia’ in India, China, Russia, and Japan to “stalled economic growth” overlooks the remarkable economic progress India has made in recent years, particularly under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Defence chiefs of US, Australia, Japan decry N. Korea-Russia military cooperation
Washington, May 4 - The defence chiefs of the US, Australia, and Japan denounced growing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, including their weapons transactions, during their trilateral talks in Hawaii this week.
Hamas to release 20 Israeli hostages instead of 33
Tel Aviv, May 4 - Hamas has agreed to release 20 Israeli hostages in its custody instead of the 33 proposed by Israel.
Yemen’s Houthis threaten to attack all Israeli-linked commercial ships in Mediterranean
Sanaa, May 4 - Yemen's Houthi group has announced the expansion of its ballistic missile attacks to include all Israeli-linked commercial vessels transiting the Mediterranean.
Death toll rises to 39 from heavy rains in Brazil
Sao Paulo, May 4 - The death toll from heavy rains in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul has risen to 39 with nearly 70 people still missing, the Civil Defence agency said.
The West is ‘waging war’ against Moscow using Ukrainians: Russian Foreign Ministry
Moscow, May 4 - Western countries are 'waging a war' against Russia in Ukraine with the use of foreign weapons, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova said.
UN spokesperson declines to react to Biden’s claim that India’s economy stalling due to ‘xenophobia’
United Nations, May 4 - A UN spokesperson has declined to react to an assertion by US President Joe Biden that India was "stalling so badly economically" because it was "xenophobic" and not taking in immigrants.
Zelensky meets UK Foreign Secretary on military aid to Ukraine
Kiev, May 4 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with visiting British Foreign Secretary David Cameron to discuss military aid to Ukraine, the Presidential press service said.
Iraqi Shia militia claims attack on Israel
Baghdad, May 4 - A Shia militia in Iraq has claimed responsibility for an attack on a vital site in Israel.
Indian sailors still on stranded ship off US port city after 35 days
Washington, May 4 - They would have been in Colombo in Sri Lanka, their destination, a couple of days ago, and would have been on their way home. But they remain on a cargo ship off the coast of the US port city
RBI tweaks rules to cut risk banks face in exposure to capital markets
Mumbai, May 3 - The RBI on Friday tweaked rules to reduce the risk faced by banks in their exposure to capital market in the case of issue of Irrevocable Payment Commitments (IPCs).
Raymond posts 18 per cent jump in Q4 net profit at Rs 229 crore
Mumbai, May 3 - Gautam Hari Singhania-led Raymond on Friday reported an 18 per cent rise in its January-March quarter profit on the back of a strong performance in its real-estate and apparel segments.
Indian American Community in Chicago unites to pray for BJP’s victory in Lok Sabha elections
By Jayanti Oza In a stirring display of solidarity and devotion, Indian American professionals, entrepreneurs, and residents of Chicago converged at Gurukul Swaminarayan temple, nestled in the city’s suburbs to partake in a sacred ‘havan’ ceremony on April 24, 2024. The solemn event,
Democracy Dialogue: Priyam Gandhi Modi explores Indo-US strategic partnership amidst 2024 elections with Global Indian Diaspora in Chicago
By Vandana Jhingan and Rakesh Malhotra The Global Indian Diaspora was thrilled to gain a deep insight into the impact of the upcoming elections in India and the United States on the Indo-US strategic partnership as renowned author and communications strategist Priyam Gandhi
Indian diaspora presses ‘Justice for Neha’ – Save Hindu daughters from ‘Love Jihad’
By Vandana Jhingan On April 28, 2024 several members of the Indian diaspora gathered at the iconic Times Square to express their anguish at the brutal killing of a Hindu girl Neha Hiremath by Fayaz on a university campus in Karnataka, India. Similar
IAMACF organizes a successful fundraising banquet
By Vandana Jhingan The Indian American Medical Association Charitable foundation’s 30th annual fundraising banquet was held at the Waterford Banquet in Elmhurst, IL. With over 300 people in attendance, the event was a huge success with many supporters and sponsors. The foundation collected
Prof Dr Vishwanath D Karad reaffirms his commitment to walk on the pathway shown by Swami Vivekananda
By Vandana Jhingan Prof Dr Vishwanath D Karad, eminent Indian educationist, reaffirmed his commitment to walk on the pathway shown by Swami Vivekananda in Fullerton Hall, Chicago 130 years ago. Prof. Karad is the founder president of the renowned MAEER’s MIT World Peace
Democratic Jitters: Palestinian protests cast shadow over Chicago Convention
By Dr. Avi Verma Intense clashes between anti-war protesters and police on college campuses are spreading alarm among Senate Democrats, who fear that the growing anger over President Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza could engulf their party’s presidential nominating convention in