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Photo:NASA HOUSTON, TX (ANI)- NASA astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams set a new milestone on January 30, surpassing former astronaut Peggy Whitson's record for total spacewalking time. Williams has now spent more than 60 hours and 21 minutes outside the International Space

Photos: @anitavermalallian India-West News Desk BEVERLY HILLS, CA – In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, the city's philanthropic community has come together to provide much-needed relief to those affected. One of impactful effort came from an

Photo: United Sikhs, a global humanitarian organization, has launched an emergency relief campaign to assist victims of the devastating wildfires. By REENA RATHORE LOS ANGELES, CA — The LA wildfires have left many families displaced, creating an urgent need for food, shelter, and

Photo: Lehigh University India-West Staff Reporter BETHLEHEM, PA - Lehigh University has appointed Richard Verma, former U.S. Ambassador to India and Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, as its first President’s Distinguished Fellow. A 1990 Lehigh graduate and former university

India-West News Desk PLYMOUTH, MA – Mohammed Wajid, a 28-year-old student from Hyderabad and an active member of the Telangana Youth Congress, was killed in a road accident on January 28. Wajid, who was studying in Chicago, was driving a semi-truck when

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, D.C. – Republican Congressman Rich McCormick will serve as the new GOP co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans in the U.S. House of Representatives, joining Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna in leading the bipartisan

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA - Covered California has surpassed 1.9 million enrollees, bolstering its record-high enrollment before open enrollment’s January 31 deadline for California’s remaining uninsured. 299,060 Californians had signed up for 2025 coverage as of January 26, a 13 percent

Washington State Senate Passing Resolution No. 8604 welcoming India’s 76th Republic Day in the Washington State. Photo: Indian Consulate, Seattle India-West News Desk OLYMPIA, WA -The Washington State Senate passed a resolution on January 27honoring the contributions of Indian Americans to the

India-West News Desk OTTAWA - The Canadian government confirmed on January 28 that there had been foreign interference in its elections, including from China and India, it had had no impact on the final outcomes, but had eroded public trust in

KARACHI (ANI)- The United States has temporarily paused foreign assistance to Pakistan for re-evaluation, Geo News reported, citing an official at the US Consulate in Karachi. The decision, which follows an executive order issued by President Donald Trump, has brought numerous projects

Photo: Carnegie Mellon India-West News Desk MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Gunjan Kedia has been named the next chief executive officer of U.S. Bancorp, becoming one of the most influential women in the financial sector. The company announced on January 28 that Kedia, currently

Photo: YouTube India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Radio host Charlamagne Tha God pressed Vivek Ramaswamy on his departure from the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), casting doubt on his explanation. During an interview on The Breakfast Club, Charlamagne questioned whether Ramaswamy was

Photo: The Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine, established in 1950 was miraculously saved despite being surrounded by an inferno but it remains closed while cleanup and restoration efforts are underway. By REENA RATHORE LOS ANGELES, CA — Amid the devastating fires that tore

Photo: The Ved Parkash building that burned on January 10. (Source: @nycemergencymgt) India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - A devastating five-alarm fire that broke out on January 10 in a Bronx apartment building has reignited scrutiny of landlord Ved Parkash, whose

India-West News Desk ROCHESTER, MN - In a groundbreaking partnership, Mayo Clinic has joined forces with Lilavati Hospital to introduce India’s first Nursing Excellence Program. This innovative initiative aims to elevate the standards of nursing care across the country by offering

Photo: Breckenridge Tourism Office BRECKENRIDGE, CO (ANI) - India secured the bronze medal at the International Snow Sculpture Championship, a prestigious event known for its fierce competition. Zahoor Ahmad, team captain, and snow artist Suhail Mohammad Khan represented India in the event,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump stressed the importance of India increasing its purchases of American-made security equipment and working toward a fairer bilateral trading relationship during a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 27,

India-West News Desk MIAMI, FL - U.S. President Donald Trump on January 28 criticized India, China, and Brazil as "tremendous tariff-makers," vowing that his administration would not allow these nations to continue imposing high tariffs on American goods. Speaking to House

India-West News Desk HOUSTON, TX – NASA astronaut Don Pettit, aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has shared mesmerizing photos of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, from a vantage point 400 km above Earth. The images, posted by Pettit on X,

Photo: dannygaekwad.com India-West News Desk OCALA, FL – Florida-based businessman Danny Gaekwad has made a counteroffer to acquire a stake in Religare Enterprises at Rs 275 per share, significantly higher than the Rs 235 per share offer made by the Burman family

India-West News  Desk WASHINGTON, DC – On January 26, the Embassy of India celebrated the 76th Republic Day of India with enthusiasm. Ambassador Vinay Kwatra led the ceremony at India House, where he unfurled the tricolor and relayed the President of

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Adani Green has hired independent law firms to review a U.S. indictment against founder Gautam Adani and senior executives for allegedly paying $265 million in bribes to secure power contracts. The company, in a

NEW DELHI (ANI) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on January 27, reaffirming the commitment of both nations to a strong and mutually beneficial partnership. Referring to Trump as "my dear friend," PM Modi emphasized the shared

Photo: Vinod Dham (Top Left). Photo: Wikipedia. Nitin Nohria (Top Right). Photo: Harvard Business School. Sethuraman Panchanathan. Photo: nsf.gov (Bottom Left). Ajay V. Bhatt. Photo: Intel (Bottom Right) India-West News Desk On the eve of Republic Day, the Government of India announced

Photo: Kush Desai India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Three Indian Americans have been appointed to roles in the new Trump administration. Kush Desai: Deputy Press Secretary Former journalist and seasoned Republican communicator Kush Desai has been named Deputy Press Secretary. His experience includes

By Rimon Tanvir Hossain LOS ANGELES, CA - As brush fires, including the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, and Hurst Fires, continue to burn thousands of acres across Los Angeles County, immigrant communities like Little Bangladesh are preparing for potential risks. Located in

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Justice’s Community Relations Service (CRS) has launched a new initiative called the "Engaging and Building Relationships with Hindu American Communities Program." The program is designed to enhance engagement between law enforcement,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Deportations of illegal immigrants in the U.S. have begun as part of what the White House described as the "largest massive deportation operation in history." The Trump administration announced that deportation flights are underway, with

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI)-  External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has termed the 2023 attack on the Indian Consulate in San Francisco a "very serious matter," emphasizing India’s expectation for accountability. Speaking at a press conference here, on January 22, Jaishankar said, “The

Photo: CNBC screengrab India-West News Desk SEATTLE, WA - Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella joined Elon Musk in publicly questioning the viability of the Stargate artificial intelligence megaproject unveiled earlier this week by President Donald Trump. Nadella’s remarks come as a surprise, given Microsoft’s

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) – Trying to tamp down the alarm bells that have been set off by news of Indian illegals being deported, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that New Delhi remains open to the "legitimate return" of Indian

India-West Staff Reporter SEATTLE, WA - U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) lost her father, M.P. Jayapal, on January 20. The congresswoman will temporarily step away from her duties to be with her family in India during this time of mourning. “My beloved

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) is spearheading a new legislative effort to repeal the TikTok divestiture law with the introduction of the Repeal the TikTok Ban Act. The bill, co-sponsored by Khanna and U.S. Senator Dr.

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) has been reappointed to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for the 119th Congress by Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The committee is responsible for overseeing U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA,

India-West Staff Reporter HONOLULU, HI –The Consulate General of India in San Francisco, in collaboration with VFS Global, held its inaugural “Consular Camp” on January 18. The event, organized in partnership with the Indian-American Friendship Council (IAFC) Hawaii Chapter and the

India-West Staff Reporter PLEASANTON, CA – Volunteers from the global non-profit Dr. Shri Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP) January 18,  participated in an Adopt-A-Highway cleanup at the intersection of Highway I-580 and Santa Rita Rd here. In collaboration with the California Department of

WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) – The new U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar discussed irregular migration concerns on January 21, the U.S. State Department said. The talks come as President Donald Trump, who took office on

Photo: Reuters/Carlos Barri India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Indian Americans, along with other immigrant communities, have found themselves at the heart of a seismic shift in U.S. immigration policy, following President Donald Trump's Executive Order on January 20, titled "Protecting the

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA - Covered California has announced a special-enrollment period for residents of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, where a state of emergency has been declared due to the Palisades and Eaton Fires that have destroyed over 12,000

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -Vivek Ramaswamy will no longer co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside Elon Musk, the White House confirmed this just hours after Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term. Ramaswamy’s departure follows mounting tensions

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - For years, both India and Indian Americans have focused on their community’s achievements, often sidestepping the complexities surrounding US immigration policies. However, with Donald Trump now in power, the repercussions of his administration's stance on immigration and

Photo: news.yale.edu India-West News Desk NEW HAVEN, CT – Yale astrophysicist Priyamvada Natarajan has been awarded the 2025 Dannie Heineman Prize for Astrophysics in recognition of her groundbreaking research in black holes and dark matter. The Heineman Prize, presented by the American

NEW DELHI (ANI) - In his farewell message, Eric Garcetti, the outgoing US Ambassador to India, reflected on the strong ties forged between the two nations during his tenure. As the 26th US Ambassador to India, Garcetti expressed deep gratitude

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - The inaugural USC India Conference, themed "India Rising," will take place at the University of Southern California on January 25. The event aims to explore India's growing influence across various global industries. Featuring a lineup of

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is set to implement new rules aimed at modernizing and improving the H-1B and H-2 nonimmigrant visa programs. The rules will take effect on Friday, January 17, 2025, just

India-West Staff Reporter BERKELEY, CA –The Vedanta Society of Berkeley, in collaboration with the Consulate General of India in San Francisco, has announced a year-long celebration marking the 125th anniversary of Swami Vivekananda’s visit to the Bay Area. The celebrations will begin

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - The India Global Forum (IGF) officially launched in the U.S. with a high-profile delegation of Indian business leaders engaging in exclusive, closed-door discussions with members of the incoming U.S. administration and key policymakers. The delegation featured influential

India-West News Desk FREMONT, CA — On January 15, California Congressman Ro Khanna called for a "full and transparent" investigation into the death of Suchir Balaji, the OpenAI whistleblower who gained national attention last year for alleging that the company violated

India – West News Desk BENGALURU -The United States has inaugurated its fifth consulate in India here. fThe ceremony was attended by US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Garcetti described

India-West Staff Reporter INDIANAPOLIS, IN - On World Hindi Day, January 10, the International Hindi Association (IHA) – Indiana hosted a webinar titled “The Economics of Hindi in a Global Perspective.” The event featured a thought-provoking presentation by Prof. Mithilesh Mishra from Darbhanga,