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Photo: x.com/@ashajadeja325 India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - A candid photo of Vice President-elect JD Vance celebrating Thanksgiving with his wife Usha Vance’s extended Indian family has taken social media by storm. The image, shared by California venture capitalist Asha Jadeja Motwani,

Photo: Cerritos Mayor Pro-tem Naresh Solanki presenting Proclamation to conveners India-West Staff Reporter ORANGE, CA - The GOPIO-LA Chapter hosted its annual event on November 16 at Tandoor Cuisine of India, bringing together over 120 attendees for an event on the critical

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY — The streets of New York City transformed into a vibrant display of compassion and sustainability as the Green Hands Movement marked International Meatless Day on November 25. Spearheaded by the Sadhu Vaswani Center for

TORONTO (ANI) - Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Scarborough, Toronto, has received an interlocutory injunction from the Superior Court of Justice in Ontario, preventing Khalistani protesters from gathering within a 100-meter radius of the temple. The order, effective from 8 a.m.

Photos: Mohammed Jaffer-SnapsIndia India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - Let’s Share a Meal (LSM), a nonprofit led by the Sikh community, marked Thanksgiving this year by preparing and delivering over 10,000 vegetarian meals across 80 locations in five states: New Jersey,

Photo: Reuters NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Adani Group founder Gautam Adani responded for the first time on November 30 to allegations by U.S. authorities that he was part of a $265 million bribery scheme, saying that his ports-to-power conglomerate was committed to

India-West News DeskNEW YORK, NY - Vivek Ramaswamy criticized reports that New York City is paying $220 million to rent the Roosevelt Hotel, owned by the Pakistani government, to house illegal immigrants, calling the situation "nuts." In a social media

Photo (Left to Right): Amartya Mukhopadhyay,, C. Anandharamakrishnan, Raghavan Varadarajan​, India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY- Tata Sons, in partnership with The New York Academy of Sciences, has announced the winners of the 2024 Tata Transformation Prize, recognizing three Indian scientists for

India-West News Desk LAUDERHILL, FL - Day 3 of the United States Premier League (USPL) Season 3 delivered a cricketing spectacle at Broward County Stadium, Florida, as the Maryland Mavericks, New Jersey Titans, and Carolina Eagles secured emphatic wins, energizing fans

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL - Ranking Member Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) was honored with the Champion of Freedom Award on November 19 at the Toast to Freedom event, hosted by the Free Jimmy Lai Campaign. The event, which recognizes individuals who have

India-West Staff Reporter CINCINNATI, OH - Indian American technology entrepreneur Jay Chaudhry and his wife Jyothi have made a transformative $4 million donation to the University of Cincinnati (UC), aimed at supporting first-generation college students. The pledge will establish the Chaudhry

Photo: Carnival HEV BY REENA RATHORE In a world racing toward a greener future, one car company has hit the accelerator, leaving competitors in the rearview. As fuel prices continue to rise, with its electrified lineup, Kia is blazing a trail into

Photo: Twitter/X WASHINGTON DC (ANI) - Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the U.S. House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party have called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to investigate a recent transaction involving Zhejiang Dahua Technology,

MONTREAL, (ANI) - The High Commission of India in Canada on November 23 organized a consular camp here. The consular camp provided essential services to the Indian community in the area. During the consular camp 100 life certificates were issued. The

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada, which expelled six Indian diplomats over allegations they were involved in a plot against Sikh separatists, denied it had evidence Prime Minister Narendra Modi was linked to violence on Canadian soil. The Canadian foreign ministry last month

India-West News Desk OMAHA, NE – Byju Raveendran, founder of the embattled ed-tech firm Byju’s, faces allegations of witness tampering alongside claims of financial misconduct as he fights to regain control of his struggling business empire. According to a Bloomberg report, Nebraska

Photo: Tata received the Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2012 from then-President David J. Skorton. Photo:Cornell Chronicle India-West News Desk ITHACA, NY - Cornell University’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP) has launched the Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni

Photo: Twitter NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Blackstone has dropped plans to acquire a majority stake in the snacks business of India's Haldiram's but is now discussing purchase of a 20% stake at a valuation of $8 billion, which is still a

Photo:WIkipedia India-West News Desk CHICAGO, IL - Rajan Hooda, at the University of Chicago, has unveiled a groundbreaking theory on how the ancient Egyptians built the pyramids, providing new insights into one of history’s greatest unsolved mysteries. The Egyptian pyramids, iconic for

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India has firmly dismissed recent reports in the Canadian media linking the Indian government to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, calling them baseless and undeserving of attention. The Ministry of External Affairs

BENGALURU (Reuters) - Hilton Worldwide expects to quadruple the number of hotel rooms in its India pipeline in the next five years, the company's APAC chief said, as the hotel operator seeks to close the gap with rivals amid a

India-West Staff Reporter SAN DIEGO, CA—The Global Institute of Stem Cell Therapy and Research (GIOSTAR), based here which is focused on developing innovative therapies to improve the care of patients with Type II diabetes has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - On November 20, the U.S. Government and Sesame Workshop India Trust launched the Learn Play Grow program at the American Center in New Delhi, in celebration of International Education Week. A collaboration between the U.S. Agency for International

NEW DELHI (ANI) - The Indo-US Bridging RARE summit 2024 took place here from November 16 to 18. The event featured key speakers from both countries, discussing crucial topics such as rare diseases, orphan drug clinical trials, and diversity, equity, and

India-West News Desk OTTAWA - Passengers traveling from Canada to India will now face additional security screening amid heightened tensions between New Delhi and Ottawa. Canada’s Transport Minister, Anita Anand, announced the new temporary protocols on the evening of November 18,

Photo: Provost Michael D. Johnson places a medallion on Yogesh Joshi, formally investing him as the Indian Community Endowed Chair and Director of The India Center. By Sultana Ali ORLANDO, FL - On November 4, The India Center at the University of

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for individuals traveling to Telangana, particularly members of the diaspora, following a surge in chikungunya cases among returning travelers. Chikungunya,

Photo: Consul General of India Somnath Ghosh, Arvin Shah, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Dhaval Vaishnav, NAICC President. India-West Staff Reporter SOUTHFIELD, MI – Arvin Shah, founder and chairman of Sky Bird Group, was recognized with the Lifetime Business Achievement Award by

Photo: LtoR: Amy Dittmar, Howard R. Hughes Provost and executive vice president for academic affairs; Ramamoorthy Ramesh, executive vice president for research; Caroline Levander, vice president for global; Reginald DesRoches, president.  India-West Staff Reporter HOUSTON, TX - Rice University, a leader in

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - On November 18, U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti launched the "Women in STEM Development and Medicine Fellowship" alongside the release of the 2024 Open Doors Report. The event, held during International Education Week, highlighted

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator and the nominee for Secretary of State in the incoming Donald Trump administration, has introduced a bill in Congress aimed at enhancing the U.S.-India partnership by treating India on par with key allies

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - The Diwali at Times Square 2024 celebration, held on October 19, illuminated the heart of New York City, leaving a lasting impression on those who attended the vibrant festival. The event, organized by Neeta

India-West Staff Reporter RIVERSIDE, CA - The Indian American Social Association (IASA) hosted a vibrant Diwali celebration in Southern California, bringing together 500 attendees for a night filled with cultural performances, delicious cuisine, and music. The event, held to celebrate the

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - The number of Indian nationals seeking asylum in the United States has seen a dramatic increase over the past three years. According to data from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Indian asylum applications

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized the importance of sports diplomacy in fostering human connections, stating that the department prioritizes its role in building ties between people. During a regular press briefing on November

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - In a historic moment of cultural recognition, the City of Los Angeles hosted a presentation and issued a proclamation in honor of Diwali, the festival of lights. The event, led by council members Nithya Raman

WASHINGTON DC (ANI) - India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has been meeting with several prominent members of the US Congress to discuss the continued strengthening of India-US relations across various sectors. The meetings included Congresswoman Deborah

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Several Indian Americans are among Fortune’s inaugural ‘100 Most Powerful People in Business,’ a list recognizing founders, CEOs, disruptors, and innovators across 40 industries. Each of these individuals, according to Fortune, possesses a key

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Donald Trump announced on November 13 his appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence. Once hailed as the Hindu congresswoman every Indian American loved, Gabbard’s political stances made the community somewhat wary

India-West News Desk OTTAWA - The Canadian government's decision to end the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program is expected to significantly impact prospective students from India, who represent the largest group of international students in Canada. The SDS, which streamlined the study permit

India-West News Desk CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Sharath Jois, a star in the yoga community and grandson of iconic yoga guru K. Pattabhi Jois, tragically passed away here, at the age of 53. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through his tight-knit

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Donald Trump announced on November 12 that Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and 'X,' along with Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). In an official statement, Trump expressed his

By Sunita Sohrabji PALO ALTO, CA - Despite both world leaders slapping heavy tariffs on each other, President-elect Donald Trump and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi have created a friendly relationship for the past 8 years, and that relationship is expected

OTTAWA (ANI) - Amid the strained relationship between India and Canada, Raja Mohan, foreign affairs expert and the founding director of Carnegie India, spoke about the complexities of international politics and diaspora influence, particularly in Canada. Mohan also noted that the

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Elon Musk’s Starlink is preparing to enter India’s internet market, setting the stage for a potential shake-up in a sector currently dominated by Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio, Sunil Bharti Mittal’s Airtel, and the Indian government owned

BRAMPTON (ANI) - Hours after the Brampton Triveni Mandir and Community Centre requested local police intervention due to threats, Peel Regional Police suggested that the temple authorities consider "rescheduling" an upcoming event, citing safety concerns. The Consular Camp event was set

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Republican congressman Mike Waltz to be his national security adviser, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on November 11. The retired Army Green Beret heads the congressional India caucus and

WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) - Senator Marco Rubio has been tapped by Donald Trump for the role of secretary of state, according to media reports on November 11. If confirmed, the Florida native would become the first Latino to serve as

Photo: Diageo India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY– The Rupert Murdoch led News Corp has announced that Lavanya Chandrashekar will succeed Susan Panuccio as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Chandrashekar brings nearly 30 years of experience in international finance and investor relations,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - On November 10, former presidential candidate and prominent Trump supporter Vivek Ramaswamy endorsed the Trump administration’s proposed mass deportation plan, describing it as a “pragmatic” response that aligns with the views of many Americans. Speaking