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WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - As India celebrated its 78th Independence Day on August 15, Indian Americans here too dived into celebrations at the Indian embassy.India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, hoisted the tricolor at India House, with members

NEW DELHI (ANI) - As India celebrated its 78th Independence Day, the US Embassy here extended its greetings in a unique manner wishing India in all the 22 scheduled Indian languages. The greetings were issued in Hindi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Punjabi, Kashmiri,

Photo: The Consulate General of India, San Francisco, hosted a community reception in honor of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy (second from left) and IT and Industries Minister Sridhar Babu (L) at the Heartfulness Center in Fremont, CA. Fremont

India-West News DeskNEW YORK, NY - The Republican running mate of Donald Trump, JD Vance, has again caught the attention of women voters. In recent weeks, after having faced ire and scrutiny for his controversial comments about “childless cat ladies”

Photo: Suhas Subramanyam has secured the Democratic primary for a Congressional seat in Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. By REENA RATHORE Suhas Subramanyam became the first Indian American, South Asian, and Hindu to be elected to the Virginia General Assembly in 2019 and

Photo: Reuters /Amanda Andrade-Rhoades India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA — The gold and silver trophies in the China cabinet of Dr. Vivek Murthy's childhood home highlight the surgeon general's diverse talents, ranging from dance performances to math competitions. According to the

Photo: youthchangemakers.org India-West News Desk BOSTON, MA–Harvard University has reached a settlement in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation by former anthropology professor John Comaroff. The case, filed in February 2023 in federal court in Boston, was brought by

Photo: Reuters/Elizabeth Frantz LARGO, MD (REUTERS) - The US has negotiated down the prices of 10 top-selling prescription drugs used by Medicare by as much as 79%, hoping to save $6 billion in the first year as part of a plan

India-West Staff Reporter BOSTON, MA - Boston, Massachusetts, came alive with India’s cultural richness and patriotic fervor during the third International India Day Parade, organized by the Foundation of Indian Americans (FIA) New England on August 10. The event commemorated India’s

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s cabinet for America’s more than 34 million small businesses, announced a new memorandum of understanding with India’s

Photo: Reuters Dado Ruvic WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS) - The Biden administration said on August 15 it has negotiated down the prices of 10 top-selling prescription drugs used by Medicare by as much as 79% and hopes to save $6 billion in

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – In a significant move to bolster Ukraine’s war-torn economy, Richard Verma has been appointed as the US Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery. This new role comes in addition to his current responsibilities as the Deputy

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulated the people of India on their country's 78th Independence Day and highlighted the strong partnership between the two nations, built on shared values of democracy, freedom, and human dignity. "On behalf

India-West Staff Reporter SAN JOSE, CA – The Association of Indo-Americans and Bolly 92.3 hosted "Swades" a spectacular event commemorating India's 78th Independence Day. For the first time, AIA organized the India Parade in Downtown San Jose, the heart of Silicon Valley,

Reuters Julia Via Nikhinson/Pool WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS) - Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign said it was notified by the FBI last month that it was "targeted by a foreign actor influence operation," a campaign official said on August 13. "We have

Photo: Reuters/Dado Ruvic/Illustration NEW DELHI, (REUTERS) - India's top court on August 14 revived insolvency proceedings against education technology company Byju's following a lawsuit by a trust representing US lenders who say they are owed $1 billion by the company. The Supreme

India-West Staff Reporter ONTARIO, CA - The Dawoodi Bohras of Orange County and the Inland Empire welcomed congregants from the Chinmaya Mission Los Angeles to their Masjid here for an interfaith gathering on August 4. The Dawoodi Bohras have lived and worked

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance strongly defended his wife, Usha, against a wave of white supremacist attacks that have surfaced since his nomination as Donald Trump's running mate last month. On August 11, speaking

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - On August 12, Democratic Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar officially announced her candidacy for New York City's comptroller. In a video campaign clip, Rajkumar declared, "I’m in it for the New Yorkers who toil 25 hours

India-West News Desk HELENA, MT – Republican candidate Donald Trump first questioned Democratic rival and current Vice President Kamala Harris’s race. Now he claims that people don’t know her last name. At a recent rally in Bozeman, Montana, from on stage he

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley emphasized in an interview with Fox News chief political anchor Bret Baier on "Special Report" that Republicans and former President Trump should prioritize policy and messaging over rally

Photo: Reuters/David Swanson WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS) - Secretaries of state from five U.S. states urged billionaire Elon Musk on August 5 to fix social media platform X's AI chatbot, saying it had spread misinformation related to the Nov. 5 election. Social media

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - The United States has rejected the allegations of the government's involvement in the Bangladesh crisis, including the protests in the country that led to the deaths of hundreds of people. Refuting all the reports and rumors, the

NEW DELHI (ANI) - The first-ever US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue was held here, focusing on cancer research, strengthening US-India biomedical cooperation, and developing solutions to improve global health. The US Embassy in New Delhi facilitated the event on August 5

NEW DELHI, (ANI) - The American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM India), the apex chamber of US industry, and the only American business chamber based in India believes that American companies are expected to play an integral role in

Reuters/Adam Gray WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS/ANI) - Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump sat August 12 for a friendly two-hour interview with billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk on the latter’s social media platform X, after technical problems delayed the start of the event for

Photo: Reuters/Kevin Mohatt WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS) - The Democratic National Committee will spend $300,000 in a first-ever push to register the 9 million Americans living abroad, working to win votes for the party's candidate vice president Kamala Harris in the presidential

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – In an interesting initiative, the Indian American Impact Fund has launched a Postcard Program, aimed at increasing voter turnout in the upcoming elections. Featuring artwork by talented South Asian artists, these postcards are not just visually

SEATTLE, WA (REUTERS/News Agencies) - Starbucks on August 12 announced that Brian Niccol, the head of Chipotle Mexican Grill, will be its new CEO. This unexpected move comes after the coffee giant's shares surged over 20%. Niccol will replace Laxman

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA – The California High-Speed Rail Authority’s Board of Directors has announced that Ian Choudri will serve as the next CEO of its ambitious rail program. The decision, made during a closed session here, was unveiled after

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - The Indian Consulate in New York has issued a warning to the Indian community regarding the use of unscrupulous agents for consular services. According to the Consulate General of India (CGI), these agents have

BOSTON, MA (ANI) - The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar has requested Sara Minkara, the Special Advisor on International Disability Rights at the US State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, to advocate for the inclusion

NEW DELHI, (ANI) - The US higher education sector is organizing a series of education fairs across India, starting in Hyderabad and concluding in New Delhi, according to an official statement from the US Embassy in India. It will cover eight

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – Vinay Mohan Kwatra, India’s newly appointed Ambassador to the US, arrived in the American capital on August 12. Kwatra, 61, most recently served as India’s Foreign Secretary. “Delighted to welcome Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra as the

Photo: Reuters/Go Nakamura India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Republican vice-presidential contender JD Vance's smoldering cerulean eyes have become a topic of intrigue, with many wondering if the 40-year-old senator uses guyliner to achieve his striking look. According to The Daily Beast, photos

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (REUTERS) - Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi made the case for Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign at a California fundraiser on August 11 that raked in millions of dollars at the conclusion of a swing

Photo: Security keeps watch outside a restaurant as California Assemblywoman Dr. Jasmeet Bains, the first Sikh-American politician to be elected in the California State Legislature, speaks to a luncheon gathering in Artesia, California, on June 8, 2024. Reuters/Mike Blake WASHINGTON, DC

WASHINGTON DC, (ANI) –Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi and Shri Thanedar have taken a strong stance against the ongoing violence in Bangladesh, calling for immediate intervention by the US. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has written to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to

Reuters Francis Mascarenhas MUMBAI (REUTERS/Agencies) - India's markets regulator asked investors on August 11 to remain calm and exercise due diligence before reacting to reports by US-based short seller Hindenburg Research. Hindenburg has alleged that the head of Securities and Exchange Board of India

WASHINGTON, DC (News Agencies) - President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are set to make their first joint campaign appearance since Biden's unexpected decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. They will be in Maryland, near Washington,

India-West Staff ReporterMILWAUKEE, WI – The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled a limited-edition Kamala Harris and Tim Walz 2024 Presidential Candidate bobbleheads. The bobblehead featuring Walz and Harris joins previously released bobbleheads of Donald Trump and JD

DALLAS, TX (IANS) - Charles Schwab, a global leader in financial services, has chosen Hyderabad as the prospective location for its first Technology Development Centre in India. The decision followed discussions between Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, IT Minister D.

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - The Federation of Indian American Christian Organizations of North America (FIACONA) has voiced strong objections to the inclusion of an anti-Muslim float in the upcoming India Day Parade on August 18 in New York

BENGALURU, (REUTERS) - India's Byju's said on August 8 that a U.S. court has shunned its lenders' attempts to block its settlement with the Indian cricket board, calling it a "win" for its "turnaround efforts" in the country where it

WASHINGTON, DC (REUTERS) - A little over two weeks ago, Donald Trump's presidential campaign had visions of an expansive national strategy that would result in a landslide victory in November. Now, as they struggle to blunt a surging Kamala Harris, who

DETROIT, MI (ANI) – Vice President Kamala Harris shut down pro-Palestine protestors who interrupted her speech at a rally here. Demonstrators in the crowd repeatedly shouted out, "Kamala, Kamala you can't hide, we won't vote for genocide," The Hill reported. The crowd

India-West Staff Reporter SEATTLE, WA - Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), the Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, is spearheading an initiative with 16 bipartisan Members of Congress to urge the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S.

India-West Staff ReporterBOSTON, MA – Prof. Hamsa Balakrishnan, in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT, has been named the associate dean of the MIT School of Engineering, effective August 1. In her new role, Balakrishnan will focus on

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - Shri Thanedar has won the Democratic Party Congressional nomination to run for re-election in a primary battle tinged with an undercurrent of racial politics. Thanedar beat two challengers in the primary held on August 6, winning

Photo: Senator Vance's plane is seen on the tarmac next to Vice President Kamala Harris's plane at Chippewa Airport in Eau Claire, WI Reuters/Kevin Mohatt EAU CLAIRE, WI (REUTERS) – With candidate Donald Trump largely off the campaign trail this week,