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India-West News Desk BALTIMORE, MD- Federal authorities have unsealed multiple criminal charges against Chennai-based Synergy Maritime and Singapore-based Synergy Marine in connection with the 2024 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Radhakrishnan Karthik Nair, a 47-year-old Indian national and technical superintendent for both companies, has

AHMEDABAD-Ride-hailing platform Uber is setting up its first data center in India in partnership with the Adani Group, as the country rapidly emerges as a major innovation hub for the company, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said on May 13. Sharing details

NEW DELHI- Elon Musk-backed electric vehicle maker Tesla on May 14 opened its first experience center in Bengaluru’s Whitefield area, marking a major step in the company’s expansion plans in India. Tesla said customers will now be able to experience

WASHINGTON, DC- The Trump administration has withheld $1.3 billion in federal Medicaid reimbursements to California, escalating its clash with the state over alleged fraud in its healthcare system, particularly in hospice care. The move marks the largest payment deferral ever imposed

WASHINGTON, DC -India’s large-scale fertilizer imports and subsidy-driven farm policies were repeatedly referenced during a US Senate Agriculture Committee hearing as American lawmakers and farmers warned that rising input costs and global supply disruptions were deepening the farm crisis in

WASHINGTON, DC -US authorities are moving to resolve fraud allegations against Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and may soon bring the long-running case to a close, according to sources familiar with the matter. The US Department of Justice is expected to announce the

India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Governor Gavin Newsom has selected Rohit Chopra, the former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), to lead California’s newly established consumer watchdog agency. The appointment brings a former top federal regulator to Sacramento after Chopra, a

India-West News Desk NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA - A milestone moment for Indian American representation will unfold at the 2026 PGA Championship, where two golfers will compete together in a major for the first time, highlighting the community’s growing presence at the

India-West News Desk GRAND CANYON, AZ - Following a 10-day search, the National Park Service has confirmed the recovery of 26-year-old Sandarsh Krishna’s body. Park officials announced on May 12 that the Indian national and Arizona State University student, who had been missing for

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - A fiery clash unfolded on Capitol Hill with Kash Patel on the defensive, lashing out at Senator Chris Van Hollen as a hearing spiraled into a personal confrontation. The tense exchange came during a Senate Appropriations

WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump on May 11 announced a new fertility benefit option for employers and launched a maternal healthcare initiative aimed at expanding access to IVF treatment, childcare support, and rural maternal care across the US. Speaking at

HOUSTON, TX -Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) on May 12 announced that its maritime subsidiary Astro Offshore has partnered with US-based engineering and applied technology company Oceaneering International Inc. to expand into ultra-deepwater and subsea operations as

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - A transparency group has opened a large-scale exhibit in Manhattan, here, displaying roughly 3.5 million pages of Department of Justice records related to the late Jeffrey Epstein. The temporary installation, titled “The Donald J.Trump and

India-West News Desk WALNUT CREEK, CA - What began as mild, flu-like symptoms in early April turned fatal within weeks for Chiranjeevi Kolla, a 37-year-old Walnut Creek resident who died May 5 after a prolonged battle with Valley Fever and respiratory

WASHINGTON, DC- A Hindu prayer for peace and unity was delivered at the White House during the National Day of Prayer, highlighting religious diversity as the United States approaches its 250th year of independence. A volunteer from the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam

Photo: NC State Giving News/Chris Formont India-West News Desk RALEIGH, NC -The hall erupted in cheers at North Carolina State University Wilson College of Textiles as philanthropist Anil Kochhar paused mid-address to make an announcement that instantly changed the mood of the graduation

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -Indian industry leaders have announced a combined $20.5 billion in investments across several U.S. states at the SelectUSA Investment Summit 2026, underscoring the expanding role of Indian companies in sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals to advanced manufacturing

India-West News Desk SAN DIEGO, CA - Vikrant Massey called on the Indian diaspora to continue supporting initiatives for underprivileged children, as CRY America hosted its annual West Coast gala series across three U.S. cities. The gala series brought together community leaders,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – FBI Director Kash Patel has ordered polygraph tests for more than two dozen current and former members of his security detail, along with other staff, as internal tensions escalate following a critical report by The

Photo: Bregal Sagemount India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - JPMorgan Chase attempted to resolve a former employee’s allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment through a financial settlement earlier this year but talks broke down before the dispute moved into court and

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI -Terming them “baseless imputations”, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on May 7 rejected allegations by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) linking India to foreign interference activities in Canada. In its latest public report, the Canadian Security

Drs. Satheesh Kathula India-West News Desk CHICAGO IL- Three physicians have been elected to the International Medical Graduates (IMG) Section of the American Medical Association (AMA), the largest and only national association that convenes more than 200 state and specialty medical societies

India-West News Desk NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ- Scholars, students and community members gathered at Rutgers University on April 30 for a seminar examining Hinduism through academic research, cultural history and campus discussion. The event, titled “Demystifying Hinduism: Clarity Through Scholarship,” was organized by

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA- Google on May 4 announced the opening of applications for the third cohort of its Google Play Accelerator India, a three-month, equity-free program designed to support AI-powered app and gaming startups across India. According to the company, 20 India-based

Claire Mazumdar BOSTON, MA - Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, founder of biopharmaceutical company Biocon, has named her niece Claire Mazumdar as her successor, outlining a formal succession plan for the company, according to a report published on May 5. The 73-year-old entrepreneur said she sees Claire Mazumdar,

FLUSHING, NY- The Queens College Foundation has established the ‘Sammaan for All’ Scholarship to provide financial assistance to students from lower-economic backgrounds, marking a new initiative focused on expanding access to education. Founded by Neeta Bhasin, founder of the nonprofit ‘Sammaan for

India-West News Desk POMONA, CA-Neil Chaturvedi, professor of political science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of Political Research Quarterly, the official journal of the Western Political Science Association. The association announced its new nine-member editorial board in late

NEW DELHI- India and Canada began the second round of negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement in New Delhi on May 4, with both sides aiming to conclude the pact by the end of the year. The five-day talks are

India-West News Desk GRAND CANYON VILLAGE, AZ-A 26-year-old hiker remains missing in Grand Canyon National Park, as authorities seek to identify a person who turned in his backpack shortly after he was last seen. Sandarsh Krishna was spotted on the Rim Trail between Bright Angel Lodge and Mohave Point between 4

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - As celebrities gathered for the annual Met Gala, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani chose a different stage, using the moment to highlight the workers behind the fashion industry rather than its red carpet stars. In April, Mamdani had earlier said he and his wife,

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SEDONA, AZ-A US-based consortium led by investor Kal Somani has claimed it was sidelined from the acquisition process of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals, asserting that it never withdrew its bid. The statement comes days after steel tycoon Lakshmi N. Mittal and Aditya Mittal, in partnership with Adar Poonawalla, announced a definitive agreement

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY — Indian illustrator Anand RK and investigative journalist Suparna Sharma were among the winners of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Illustrated Reporting and Commentary, with Sharma serving as the lead investigator on a major probe into cyber fraud networks and

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Air India is scaling back a significant portion of its long-haul operations to North America through July 2026, as rising fuel costs and extended flight paths continue to erode profitability on transcontinental routes. In a

MIAMI, FL - Golfer Akshay Bhatia delivered a confident display on the third day of the Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral here, significantly improving his position on the leaderboard. Known as “moving day” in golf, the third round proved exactly

India-West News Desk The U.S. technology company Apple Inc. has approached the Delhi High Court, alleging that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) is exceeding its authority by seeking financial data in an ongoing antitrust case. In a non-public court filing dated

WASHINGTON, DC- US Senators Rick Scott, a Republican senator from Florida, and Jeff Merkley, a Democratic senator from Oregon, have introduced the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act, which requires the US Secretary of State to formally determine whether China’s actions in

Photo:TED India-West News Desk VANCOUVER - As artificial intelligence reshapes the future of work, Sal Khan is moving to redefine higher education with a new, lower-costpathway aimed at preparing students for an AI-driven economy. Khan has announced plans to launch the Khan TED Institute, a fully

PICTURE- CRICKET CANADA -X India-West News Desk TORONTO-Cricket Canada has named Monty Desai as head coach of the men’s national team, bringing him back to stabilize the setup as the organization faces corruption allegations under investigation by the International Cricket Council. The 51-year-old

NEW DELHI- Apple Inc. reported record revenue for the March quarter, with Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook highlighting strong growth in India and expressing optimism about the country’s expanding middle class as a key driver of future demand. Speaking during an analysts’ call

MIAMI, FL - Golfers Sahith Theegala, Akshay Bhatia and Sudarshan Yellamaraju are drawing attention at the Cadillac Championship this week as they tee off at Trump National Doral Golf Club. The trio, all competing on the PGA TOUR, highlight the growing

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA – For the 2027 model year, the Korean automaker has officially introduced the second-generation 2027 Telluride, headlined by a first-ever turbocharged hybrid powertrain and a significantly more capable X-Pro off-road variant. Kia officials were quick to point

PASADENA, CA - A joint United States–India satellite mission has captured fresh evidence of rapid land subsidence in Mexico City, with parts of the metropolitan region sinking by several centimeters per month, according to new data released by the US

India-West News Desk SANTA CLARA, CA- The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has filed a lawsuit against Cloudera Inc., alleging the Santa Clara-based firm discriminated against U.S. workers while hiring for high-paying technology roles. The complaint, filed with the Office of the

WASHINGTON, DC- The US Department of State has said that Chinese government regulations and procedures continued to impede travel to the Tibetan Autonomous Region (TAR) and other Tibetan areas for US diplomats and officials, journalists, and tourists, with restrictions remaining

India-West News Desk AUSTIN, TX-Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a statewide investigation into several trucking schools accused of certifying unqualified commercial drivers, including applicants who allegedly did not meet English-language requirements under state and federal law. The probe focuses on

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) joined a coalition of Colorado lawmakers on April 28 to introduce legislation that would empower Congress to override presidential denials of federal disaster relief. The bill establishes a fast-track process to ensure states

NEW YORK, NY - New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said that he would have told visiting UK King Charles to return the Kohinoor diamond that has come to be a symbol of British loot of India. Before he was to meet

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) caught attention during the April 29 House Armed Services Committee hearing, delivering a blistering interrogation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the true financial and human cost of the ongoing war in

NEW YORK, NY- India has condemned attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling them unacceptable and urging the restoration of free navigation through one of the world’s most critical maritime trade routes. Addressing the United Nations Security Council