Blood drive at National India Hub on January 11: Donate, save lives, and win big!
By Dr. Avi Verma The Indo-American community is invited to participate in a blood drive that promises to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many. Organized by National India Hub and co-sponsored by State Representative Michelle Mussman, this event is an
India and China discuss resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, border peace during NSA Doval’s Beijing visit
India and China on Wednesday decided to give “positive directions” for cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers, and border trade, during National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval’s visit to Beijing. This was
Indian share market opens in red as US Fed warns of fewer rate cuts in 2025
The Indian stock market opened in the red on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points but warned that rate cuts in 2025 may not be as frequent as previously anticipated. With the Fed’s focus shifting towards
India’s envoy, US officials discuss advancing space partnership
India’s Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra and US officials met at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston to review space cooperation between the two countries and discuss ways to advance their partnership. During the visit on Wednesday, teams from both nations also met
US-India exchanging briefings on alleged plot against Khalistani: State Dept
The panel set up by India to investigate allegations regarding a murder-for-hire plot against a US-based Khalistani and US government agencies have been exchanging briefings, according to State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. “We have been regularly briefing them on the results of our
How Google News fought misinformation in India in 2024
From major elections to global conflicts and crises, 2024 was a pivotal year for the news industry, according to Google News. These significant events underscored the crucial role of newsrooms in providing accurate and timely information, the company noted, highlighting its efforts to
PM Modi lays down 11 duties to achieve developed India by 2047
Highlighting the welfare initiatives of his government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid down 11 duties and pledges for citizens, including zero tolerance for corruption and an end to the dynastic system, to achieve a Developed India by 2047. Speaking on the second day
In first foreign visit after assuming office, Lanka Prez Dissanayake arrives in India
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived in New Delhi on Sunday for his three-day visit to India, marking his first foreign trip since assuming office in September. Randhir Jaiswal, Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, in a post on X, said,
India, Bangladesh 1971 war veterans exchange visit to commemorate Vijay Diwas
Eight Indian military veterans of Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War reached Dhaka while eight officers of Bangladesh Army arrived in Kolkata to join the Vijay Diwas celebrations in the two countries, officials said. Bangladesh officials and the Indian High Commission in Dhaka said two
Economic and digital corridors to maritime connectivity, India and Italy building vision for future, says Italian ambassador
India and Italy continue to work towards enhancing collaboration in maritime and land infrastructure within the framework of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC), in addition to concluding an agreement on cooperation in the maritime and port sector. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Italian
Sri Lankan President Dissanayake to Visit India on His First Overseas Trip
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will embark on a two-day official visit to India from December 15 to 17, marking his first international trip since taking office in September. The announcement was made by Sri Lanka’s Cabinet spokesperson and Health Minister Nalinda
Women’s Junior Asia Cup: India begins campaign with dominating 13-1 win against Bangladesh
The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team got off to a rollicking start at the Women’s Asia Cup, comfortably defeating Bangladesh 13-1 in their Pool A match in the opening game of the prestigious event. Mumtaz Khan (27′, 32′, 53′, 58′) top-scored in the
Subsidiary of US consulting firm pays $122 million to resolve South Africa bribery case involving Indian ex-executive
A subsidiary of global consulting company McKinsey has agreed to a $122.85 million settlement with US prosecutors in a South African bribery case involving a former Indian executive, officials said. “McKinsey Africa has agreed to pay a criminal penalty of more than $122
India to chair UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs for the first time
India has been chosen to chair the 68th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), according to a statement from the Indian Embassy in Austria on Friday. Ambassador Shambhu S Kumaran, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, officially assumed
PM Modi’s four-pillar strategy driving India’s growth, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India’s growth story is being propelled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s four-pillar strategy, even amidst global instability and geopolitical tensions, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Addressing the NDTV Indian of The Year event, Vaishnaw highlighted that the country’s sustained growth rate of 6-8%
Putin lauds PM Modi’s ‘Make in India’ policy, says Russia willing to invest
President Vladimir Putin praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘India-first’ policy and the ‘Make in India’ initiative and expressed Russia’s willingness to establish manufacturing operations in India. Addressing the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum in Moscow, President Putin drew parallels between Russia’s import
Senseless, horrendous: UK MP Priti Patel condemns violence against Hindus in B’desh
Indian-origin UK MP Priti Patel on Wednesday strongly condemned the ongoing violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, calling it “senseless” and “horrendous.” Patel, a Conservative MP and Shadow Foreign Secretary, urged the Bangladeshi government to prioritize the security and religious freedom of Hindus.
India to explore closer collaboration with US in Trump 2.0 govt: S. Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday said that India would be exploring more “collaborative possibilities” with the US once the Donald Trump-led administration takes over. Addressing the CII Partnership Summit 2024 on the theme of ‘India and the World,’ S. Jaishankar said:
Special day in our efforts to ensure speedy justice for every Indian: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that this was a special day in the country’s efforts to ensure speedy justice for every Indian and also break free from colonial mindsets. PM Modi, along with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, will witness the practical
EAM Jaishankar to brief Lok Sabha on India-China relations today
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will brief the Lok Sabha on Monday about the recent developments in India’s relations with China. Several other Union Ministers will also make statements on various issues in both Houses of Parliament. The EAM’s statement comes after Indian