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India-West Staff Reporter HOUSTON, TX — In a landmark gathering that fused science with service, BAPS Charities hosted its first-ever Healthcare Professionals Conference here, bringing together more than 1,150 attendees from over 30 healthcare and allied fields. Held under the theme “Enrich,

India-West Staff Reporter HONOLULU, HI — More than 150 people gathered at Kapiolani Regional Park on June 22 to mark the seventh Annual International Yoga Day, hosted by the Gandhi International Institute for Peace (GIIP). With the theme “Yoga for Health

From South Asian Network Immigrations & Customs Enforcement (ICE) has made Artesia hot, lately. Here’s how: Friday June 13: The word was ICE agents may be raiding the area businesses to catch the “undocumented.” Businesses on Pioneer Blvd shut their doors early

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Air India, after having suspended flights, has announced a phased resumption of flights to the Middle East, Europe, Canada, and United States as airspaces in parts of the Middle East begin to reopen. Starting June

Photo: Wikipedia India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. – Severac Cities across the United States are ramping up security measures following the U.S. military’s June 21 airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The strikes, which targeted key sites at Isfahan, Fordow, and Natanz, have

India-West News Desk CHENNAI — Amazon announced it will invest over $233 million in India in 2025 to expand its operations infrastructure, develop new technology for its fulfilment network, and improve delivery safety. The move is part of the global e-commerce

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON,  D.C. — The U.S. Department of State has reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for India, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution due to what it described as rising incidents of violent crime, sexual assault, and

India-west News Desk NEW DELHI - In what can only be described as a dramatic diplomatic about-face, Pakistan on June 22 condemned the very man it had decided to nominate for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize just a day earlier: Donald

WASHINGTON D.C. (IANS)-  Bangladesh’s interim National Security Advisor Khalilur Rahman met with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on June 18, just as former President Donald Trump hosted Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir at the White House—raising eyebrows in

NEW DELHI (IANS) — Air India has announced a temporary reduction in its long-haul flight operations to the United States, citing a mix of enhanced safety procedures and extended flight durations due to airspace restrictions in the Middle East. Starting June 21

Photo: Gretchen Ertl India-West Staff Reporter CAMBRIDGE, MA – The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has named Anantha Chandrakasan as its new provost, effective July 1. As MIT's senior academic and budget officer, the provost holds broad responsibility for the Institute's educational programs, faculty recruitment, promotion, and

Photo: X/@IndianEmbassyUS India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC (ANI)-  In a colorful prelude to the 11th International Day of Yoga, the Indian Embassy organized a well-attended yoga session at the historic Lincoln Memorial here on June 19. The event drew a large crowd,

Photo: Shashi Tharoor India-West News Desk JUNEAU, AK– A bold rescue unfolded on the icy slopes of Mount Denali in Alaska on June 18, where Indian mountaineer Shaikh Hassan Khan was saved after being stranded in a blizzard at 17,000 feet. Khan, 38,

MUMBAI (IANS)- Five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton were among the key figures at the first-ever NBA House event held in India. The two-day program took place on June 7–8, at Mumbai’s Dome, SVP

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - In an unprecedented and politically charged move, President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir for lunch at the White House on June 18, a meeting that underscored Trump’s direct outreach to Pakistan’s

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - The US Department of State has announced that it will resume processing of the visa applications for foreign students with a condition that requires applicants to make their social media accounts public for government review. "Under new

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI— Canada’s intelligence agency has, for the first time, officially acknowledged that Khalistani extremists are operating from Canadian soil — even as the same report accuses India of foreign interference and links it to the killing of

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI –  Just hours after a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former U.S. President Donald Trump once again declared that he had personally "stopped the war" between India and Pakistan—this time before going into a

India-West News Desk JACKSONVILLE, FL - Jascksonville has officially declared June 16 as ‘Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Day of Peace and Wellness’. This move recognizes the spiritual leader’s impact on peace, health, and humanity through the Art of Living Foundation. The proclamation

NEW DELHI (IANS) - Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on June 18 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, conveyed a firm warning: any terrorist attack traced to Pakistan would be viewed by India

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — A nation better known for its Gross National Happiness than global threats has landed on the United States’ “red list” of countries facing an absolute travel ban — and no one quite knows why. Bhutan’s inclusion

India-West News Desk KANANASKIS – Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a productive visit to Canada on June 17, where he participated in the G7 Summit and held several high-level bilateral meetings, including a significant discussion with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump’s Director of National Intelligence and once a vocal surrogate of his 2024 campaign, has ignited internal tensions in the White House over her opposition to escalating military conflict with

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA – On June 9, the California State Assembly and Senate officially recognized the core tenets of Jainism, particularly its emphasis on peace and non-violence, or Ahimsa. The legislative tribute also commemorated significant milestones for the Jain

BENGALURU (IANS) - US firms are increasingly choosing India for their office spaces, with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi-NCR being the top preferred cities. In fact, 2024 saw the highest annual leasing activity ever recorded by US companies in India. US companies

India-West Staff Reporter RALEIGH, NC – The 38th Annual Convention of the Federation of Tamil Sangams of North America (FeTNA 2025) is set to take place from July 3 to 5 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Organizers anticipate more than 4,000 attendees

India-West News Desk CARSON CITY, NV- Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has signed Senate Bill 201 into law, permitting residents to display religious items like Hindu torans and Jewish mezuzahs on their doors. Effective October 1, the law ensures freedom of religious expression at home and

Photo: Alumni Princeton EDU PRINCETON, N.J.- Princeton University has announced the endowment of seven new University Professorships through significant gifts to its Venture Forward campaign. This prestigious honor, bestowed upon faculty demonstrating scholarly preeminence and exceptional contributions to research and teaching,

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Indian-origin political aide Huma Abedin, long known as one of Hillary Clinton’s closest confidantes, married Alex Soros, son of billionaire philanthropist George Soros, on June 14 in a ceremony held at a Soros

Photo: ACLU Florida WASHINGTON, DC (IANS)- On June 14, a day marked by President Donald Trump's 79th birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, approximately 2,000 protests against his administration's policies unfolded across all 50 states. These widespread demonstrations, operating under the

India-West News Desk AHMEDABAD - In the wake of the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, U.S. aviation safety officials have joined the ongoing investigation into the disaster that claimed at least 271 lives. Officials from the U.S. National Transportation Safety

WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump said on June 15 he believes he can bring about a peace deal between Iran and Israel. He compared this to his past claim that he ended a conflict between India and Pakistan. His comments

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI- Tech entrepreneur and Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia has faced significant social media backlash. This follows a post he made concerning the recent Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241 people. In the crash's immediate aftermath,

India-West Staff Reporter McLEAN, VA – Hilton has launched the latest phase of its global brand campaign "It Matters Where You Stay," featuring India's highest-paid actress, Deepika Padukone, as the face of its message. The campaign, which went live worldwide on May

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. - Pakistan's Army Chief, General Syed Asim Munir, has been invited to the United States to attend the US Army's 250th anniversary celebrations on June 14 according to some media reports.  General Munir, recently promoted to Field Marshal,

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Healthcare and Financial Services, and other members sent a letter to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. demanding answers on his department's handling of the bird flu outbreak and its

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - U.S. Senator Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed, forced to the ground, and handcuffed by federal agents on June 12 during a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) press conference in Los Angeles, his

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON D.C. - The United States government and aviation industry have extended sympathy and support following the devastating crash of Air India flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad on June 12. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying an estimated 242 passengers,

India-West Staff Reporter OAKLAND, CA  – Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) on June 11 launched its 2025 season with a press conference held by the captains of the six participating teams at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, former

Photo: BAPS Charities Walk - Los Angeles, CA India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK – More than 45,000 participants across 100 U.S. cities took part in the annual BAPS Charities Walk-Run this past weekend, supporting a diverse range of local causes. Each city directed

India-West Staff Reporter ATLANTA, GA – Emory University’s Goizueta Business School has announced the creation of the Dr. Jagdish N. Sheth Endowed Professorship in Marketing, a new academic chair established to acknowledge the influential scholar's contributions to the field. A global

Photo: AMA India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL – Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, an otolaryngologist whose family roots trace to Andhra Pradesh, has taken over as President of the American Medical Association (AMA), marking a historic moment as the first Indian American to lead

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -  The National Transportation Safety Board has said it will dispatch a team of American investigators to India to assist with the inquiry into the Air India Boeing 787 crash that occurred in Ahmedabad earlier today. The NTSB

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON D.C. – President Donald Trump’s nominee for a pivotal diplomatic role in South Asia, Paul Kapur, emphasized the mutual goals shared by the United States and India, particularly in ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region free

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Negotiators from India and the United States made headway in their latest round of bilateral trade discussions in New Delhi on June 10. The talks concentrated on thorny issues like market access for industrial and

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - The U.S. State Department has reignited the controversial claim of President Donald Trump’s interest in mediating the Kashmir dispute, drawing a sharp contrast with India’s consistent opposition to third-party involvement. Responding to a reporter’s question during a regular press briefing

India-West News Desk HOUSTON, TX - Texas Republican Congressman Brandon Gill is facing accusations of hypocrisy after posting a controversial message on social media blaming mass immigration for the perceived decline of American society. Gill, who represents Texas’s 26th Congressional District and

LOS ANGELES, CA (IANS) - Protests against immigration raids in Santa Ana, Orange County, on the night of June 9 led to several injuries and arrests after demonstrators clashed with federal agents and local police. The unrest followed US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), the Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, recently hosted a "Shadow Hearing" to delve into allegations of individuals being "lawlessly kidnapped and disappeared" to various third countries.

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) — The Indian government has formally raised concerns with the US Embassy following viral social media videos showing an Indian student being handcuffed and detained at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. The incident has