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WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could take control of Iran’s oil resources as part of the outcome of the ongoing conflict, framing the idea as an economic return on military action. Speaking in recent

WASHINGTON, DC-The United States and India joined Japan, Australia and New Zealand in a 20-day anti-submarine warfare exercise in Guam, boosting coordination among Indo-Pacific partners, officials said. Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 concluded at Andersen Air Force Base on March 28 after

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump’s use of profanity and religious rhetoric in warnings to Iran has drawn sharp criticism from across the spectrum of civil society. His unprecedented vulgarity has shocked even his supporters. Social media was rife

LAS VEGAS, NV- Aditi Ashok carded 3-over 75 in her final round at the Aramco Championship to finish the week T-27 with a total of 8-over par (74-71-76-75). She made three bogeys in her final round, on the fourth, sixth,

By NIMMI RAGHUNATHAN The recipient of a long list of honors, including the Magsaysay Award and the 2024 Sangita Kalanidhi, which exploded into headlines, not all good, T.M.Krishna is a star who shines beyond the confines of his arena. He is like a

WASHINGTON, DC -The United States will impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on imported patented pharmaceuticals, with President Donald Trump citing national security risks and heavy reliance on foreign supply chains. In a proclamation April 2, Trump said pharmaceuticals

India-West News Desk JERSEY CITY, NJ — Citing what it calls a “constant assault” on immigrant communities and fundamental freedoms, South Asians for America has launched a nationwide mobilization effort aimed at turning “anguish and fear into action” ahead of the

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump has reportedly consulted with cabinet members about the potential dismissal of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, citing significant friction over her stance on the ongoing conflict with Iran. Sources briefed on these

WASHINGTON, DC- The United States recorded a goods trade deficit of $54.91 billion with India over the past 12 months, placing it among Washington’s top deficit partners even as the overall US trade gap widened in February, according to official

India-West News Desk TORONTO- Mahaveer Singhvi has assumed charge as the new Consul General of India in Toronto, the Consulate General of India announced, marking a key development in India-Canada engagement across priority sectors. His appointment comes with a focus on advancing

WASHINGTON, DC- India’s push to build a globally competitive deep tech ecosystem will depend on patient capital, stronger domestic demand, and tighter integration between industry, government and research, some of the top Indian American CEOs from the sector have said. The

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – The South Asian American Justice Collaborative (SAAJCO) on April 1, joined hundreds of community members, advocates, and partners outside the U.S. Supreme Court as the Justices heard oral arguments in the birthright citizenship case. “The energy

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - As the US Supreme Court hears arguments in a closely watched challenge to President Donald Trump’s effort to restrict birthright citizenship, a low profile but influential figure has emerged at the center of the legal

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) has released the eleventh episode of its ‘Spill the Tea with Chair Meng’ video series, featuring a conversation with Representative Suhas Subramanyam. During the episode, the Virginia Democrat and

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -The Department of Labor has finalized its leadership transition by naming Mangala Kuppa as its permanent Chief Information Officer. Kuppa, who has served as the acting CIO since October, will concurrently maintain her role as the

India-West News Desk AUSTIN, TX – Cloud giant Oracle, based in Texas, has initiated a massive global restructuring, executing a wave of layoffs characterized by chilling efficiency and suddenness. While the company is reportedly cutting between 20,000 and 30,000 roles globally—roughly

WASHINGTON, DC- Congressman Tom Suozzi has been named Democratic Vice-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, a move that places the New York lawmaker in a key leadership role on Capitol Hill’s engagement with India. The announcement

PIC CREDIT- NJDOT- X India-West News Desk TRENTON, NJ- Priya Jain has been sworn in as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) following unanimous confirmation by the State Senate on March 23. She was nominated by Governor Sherrill on

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk QUEENS, NY - New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined thousands in Queens to mark Phagwah, the Indo Caribbean celebration of Holi, as a colorful parade filled the streets of Richmond Hill with music, dancing, and traditional

By MANISHA KOSHY For Kalki Koechlin, reinvention has never been a strategy; it’s been instinct. Whether moving between theatre and cinema, indie and mainstream, or languages and cultures, she has built a career on curiosity rather than calculation. Known for her

WASHINGTON, DC-India is "disappointed" by "insufficient" US attention to terrorism emanating from Pakistan, according to a new report, which also suggests that Washington should respect New Delhi's red lines on Kashmir and avoid third-party mediation. A policy paper released this week

WASHINGTON, DC - Usha Vance has offered a rare personal glimpse into life inside the vice president’s residence, speaking about family, politics, and her evolving public role in an interview with NBC News. In the wide-ranging conversation, Vance described her transition

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Suhas Subramanyam said on March 29 that the ongoing shutdown crisis is hurting Americans and blamed House Republicans for blocking a bipartisan Senate deal that could have eased airport disruptions. Subramanyam said the Senate proposal had support

India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA -The San Francisco Unicorns have signed veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for the 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, marking the first time a capped Indian international has joined the American professional league. Ashwin, a 2011 World

WASHINGTON, DC-Terrorist groups continue to operate from Pakistan despite years of military operations and policy measures, a Congressional report has said, noting that efforts “have failed to defeat the numerous US- and United Nations-designated terrorist groups that continue to operate

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - The FBI is intensifying its focus on Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA), a strident critic of President Donald Trump, with Director Kash Patel reportedly spearheading a discreet initiative to unearth and release decade-old investigative documents. According

NEW DELHI -India on March 28 clarified that the recent telephone conversation held on March 24 was exclusively between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dismissing reports that billionaire Elon Musk was also part of the discussion. The call,

PARIS - External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar had a "useful talk' with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Affairs Ministerial in France's Cernay-la-Ville, on March 26. According to the US State Department, Rubio

WASHINGTON, DC - Senior US lawmakers and officials are pushing for deeper, more results-driven ties with Pakistan, calling the relationship “complex”. A bipartisan symposium on Capitol Hill, hosted by Reps.Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Jack Bergman (R-MI), on March 26 brought together

NEW DELHI - India on March 27 said that it is looking forward to participating in the G20 Summit set to be held in Florida later this year under the US presidency. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In a show of wartime diplomacy, the Iranian military has begun inscribing messages of gratitude onto the missiles launched during its latest aerial campaigns. Visuals released by the Iranian Consulate General in Mumbai and state media

WASHINGTON, DC - The Federal Communications Commission has launched a sweeping proposal to push call center jobs back to the United States, tighten customer service standards, and crack down on illegal robocalls linked to overseas operations. For India, an outsourcing hub,

WASHINGTON, DC - A group of US senators have urged federal regulators to act against illegal online sales of abortion pills, flagging links to overseas supply chains, including India. In a letter to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Martin Makary

India-West News Desk BENGALURU – In a move to bolster its footprint in the financial services sector, Infosys announced a definitive agreement on March 25 to acquire Stratus, a  U.S.-based technology solutions provider specializing in the property and casualty insurance industry. This

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – A comprehensive new study released by AAPI Data and the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals a deepening divide between the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community and the Trump administration. The

NEW DELHI - Emphasizing that the United States views India with deep respect, US Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby on March 24 said the country has a proud strategic tradition and that New Delhi's decisions will profoundly

WASHINGTON, DC- President Donald Trump praised FBI Director Kash Patel, an Indian-American, at a roundtable on the Memphis Safe Task Force, where Patel said the operation had helped law enforcement arrest violent offenders at “record historic levels.” At the event in

WASHINGTON, D.C.- India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke over the phone on March 23 about the Middle East crisis, reviewing its impact on the global economy and energy supplies. Both sides agreed

WASHINGTON, DC-During a visit to the Sri Lakshmi Temple in Massachusetts, Democratic Congressman Jim McGovern engaged with community members in a moment organizers described as both symbolic and historic. The March 21 visit to the temple in Ashland marked, organizers said,

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Seven Indian American women have been named to Barron’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance, reflecting their presence in senior roles across major financial institutions. The executives recognized on the

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - A U.S.-based consortium led by technology entrepreneur Kal Somani will buy the RajasthanRoyals for $1.63 billion (approximately ₹13,500–₹15,290 crore), according to several media reports. The deal, subject to approval from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI),

NEW DELHI - Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to US President Donald Trump on March 24, reiterating India's support for immediate de-escalation and restoration of peace amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. During the call, Modi emphasized that keeping the strategic

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Pakistan is emerging as a key diplomatic broker in efforts to de-escalate the ongoing war between the United States and Iran, leveraging its ties with both Washington and the Islamic world as tentative backchannel contacts

WASHINGTON, DC-The Trump administration unveiled a national framework on artificial intelligence, which could shape Indian talent, IT firms, and policy debates as the US moves to lead the global AI race. Revealing the six-point plan to boost innovation, protect citizens, and

WASHINGTON, DC -A US resolution seeking to recognize the 1971 Bangladesh genocide highlights the targeted killing of Hindus and calls for action against the Pakistan Army and its allies. Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH) introduced the measure in the House of Representatives,

PICTURE CREDIT- INSTAGRAM-lakriders India-West News Desk POMONA, CA – The Knight Riders Group has unveiled its first permanent home ground in the United States, making it the first IPL-owned franchise to secure a dedicated venue outside of India. The facility, named the

India-West News Desk MUMBAI – India is set to become the first major market to see a wave of generic semaglutide as patent protections for Novo Nordisk A/S’s weight-loss drugs expire March 27. At least a dozen major Indian pharmaceutical firms

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — Tesla is preparing to enter India’s industrial energy storage market, signaling a new phase of competition with conglomerates led by Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, even as the country accelerates its transition toward cleaner power,

WASHINGTON, DC- The United States has announced support of up to $10 billion for a major iron ore project that will deepen strategic ties with India, as part of a broader $30 billion Indo-Pacific financing push aimed at strengthening supply

Photo: Screenshot/Instagram India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Ali Velshi is set to anchor ‘The 11th Hour’ on MS NOW, taking over the network’s final live program of the day as part of a broader programming reshuffle announced this week. Velshi, a