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India-West News Desk PHILADELPHIA, PA -The 18th Annual Bhartiya Temple Gangaur celebration, organized in partnership with the Philadelphia Rajasthani Mandal (PARAM), brought Rajasthan’s rich cultural traditions to the Montgomery Township. The event, held at the Bharatiya Temple and Cultural Center, gathered

India-West Staff Reporter HOUSTON, TX– Women from across the Greater Houston Area gathered recently to celebrate leadership, empowerment, and community impact at an event organized by Shaktiworld, a program of the Lokadharma Seva Foundation of America. Under the theme Invoking Shakti, Transforming

India-West Staff Reporter HAYWARD, CA -The 14th annual Alameda County Science & Engineering Fair took place from March 14-16 at Chabot College here, with the awards ceremony held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. The event celebrated the innovative research and discoveries

Photo: ISW Holi - photo by Rajesh Khare India-West Staff Reporter BOSTON, MA – The historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace was transformed into a vibrant celebration of color and culture as the India Society of Worcester (ISW) hosted its annual Holi festival. Drawing

NEW YORK, NY (ANI)- The Consulate General of India in New York, in collaboration with the Bihar Foundation USA East Coast Chapter and the Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America celebrated Bihar Diwas on March 22, highlighting the state's rich

Ishaan Hingorani, a highly accomplished table tennis player, has consistently demonstrated excellence across various tournaments both in the United States and internationally. His achievements are a testament to his dedication, skill, and determination in the sport Hingorani’s performance at the US

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C.– The Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington (JSMW) has successfully raised funds to support the upcoming Pratishtha Mahotsav, the inauguration ceremony of its new Jain temple in Beltsville, MD. The fundraising event, Patrika Lekhan, took place on March

India-West Staff Reporter SAN JOSE, CA - Crowds thronged Discovery Meadow in downtown San Jose as the vibrant hues of Holi filled the air at the city’s first-ever “Holi Fest.” Presented by the Association of Indo Americans (AIA) and Bolly 92.3,

India-West News Desk BOSTON, MA - Harvard University has announced a major expansion of its financial aid program, offering free tuition to students whose families earn $200,000 or less per year. The move significantly broadens access to one of the world's

Photo: State Treasurer Fiona Ma assists students at Rancho Verde High School in Riverside County with claiming their CalKIDS Scholarship Accounts. India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA—As college acceptance and financial aid letters begin to arrive, more than 2 million California high school

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA –Fashion designer and entrepreneur Rohini Bedi was honored at the International Women’s Day Gala 2025, held at the Taglyan Complex here on March 8. She joined a group of women, including Congresswoman Diane Watson, Natasha

Photo: Facebook India-West News Desk RICHMOND, VA- The parents of Sudiksha Konanki, the 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student who vanished in Punta Cana on March 6, have asked Dominican authorities to formally declare her as deceased. In a letter to the national police

India-West News Desk IRVINE, CA– The City of Irvine officially proclaimed March 14, 2025, as "Holi Day" to celebrate the vibrant Hindu festival of colors. Mayor Larry Agran signed the proclamation on March 11, recognizing Holi’s significance in promoting unity, renewal, and cultural appreciation. By

Satish Kumar and Kiran Kumar married in Faridabad in 1974 and recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They have two children: Deepika, who resides in Dubai, and Gaurav Kumar, who lives in Simi Valley, California.

Photo: shammas kalathil India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON DC – The Embassy of India in Washington, DC has issued an advisory alerting the public about an ongoing scam where fraudsters are spoofing the Embassy’s phone lines to deceive people. These fraudulent calls, appearing

India-West News Desk RICHMOND, VA - A massive search effort is underway by air, sea, and land as authorities scramble to locate Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student who disappeared while vacationing in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. As of early

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - Sripriya Ranganathan has completed her tenure as Deputy Chief of Mission at the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C., calling the experience "an incredible ride." In a farewell post on LinkedIn, she reflected on her time

India-West Staff Reporter FREMONT, CA – Fremont resident and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer Manisha Modi Mehta joined 350 other cancer patients, survivors and family members in the nation’s capital for the 15th Annual Alliance for Childhood

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON D.C. – The Embassy of India here has launched the second phase of its virtual mentoring initiative, MARG – Mentoring for Academic Excellence and Research Guidance. The program connects Indian-origin faculty from leading U.S. universities with students and

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Authorities believe that Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student, might have tragically drowned after being caught in a large wave while swimming in the Dominican Republic. Konanki, who was visiting the country with

Photo: Go Fund Me India-West News Desk QUEENS, NY — A lawsuit filed in Queens Supreme Court claims that a fatal 2023 plane crash on Long Island, which left Reeva Gupta severely injured, was preventable and the result of negligence by a

India-West Staff Reporter ATLANTA, GA – The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) hosted its 2nd annual "Building Bridges: Connecting Communities" event at the Georgia State Capitol on February 28, celebrating Black History Month. The gathering acknowledged the Black community's

India-West News Desk DALLAS, TX – The US-India Chamber of Commerce (USICOC) hosted its 9th Annual Women’s Conference on February 28, bringing together more than 450 attendees in one of North Texas' largest women-focused business events. The conference served as a

India-West Staff Reporter LAS VEGAS, NV - Purbasha Banerjee has been appointed President-Elect of Friends of India, Las Vegas, for the 2027-2028 term. She will work alongside the current leadership over the next two years to support community initiatives and strengthen programs. Banerjee

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA – The UCLA Center for India and South Asia is accepting submissions for the 2024 Sardar Patel Award, which recognizes the best doctoral dissertation on modern India completed at a U.S. university. The award, which

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - On February 22, the One World One Family (OWOF) Foundation's LA Chapter hosted a transformative Free Dental Services Camp, delivering essential oral care to those in need. The event took place at Tran’s dental

India-West Staff Reporter NEW DELHI – The Global Malayalee Festival 2025 promises to bring together for the first time the Malayalee diaspora from across the world to celebrate Kerala’s rich cultural heritage while fostering discussions on future technologies and global collaboration.

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on February 23 due to a security concern that was later deemed “non-credible,” the airline confirmed. The aircraft landed safely in Rome, where

India-West Staff Reporter NEW ORLEANS, LA – Popwhite, a socially conscious oral care brand, served as a lead sponsor of the Off The Field NFL Wives Association’s (OTF) 24th Annual Charity Fashion Show, held here ahead of the Super Bowl. This year’s event, themed "A

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA — Covered California has reached a record-high enrollment of 1,979,504 people for 2025, with Indian Americans making up a significant portion of the enrollees. A total of 72,620 Asian Indian consumers have signed up for health

Photo: NGHS India-West News Desk GAINESVILLE, GA - Dr. Kapil Pareek, Dr. Jyoti Manekar, and Dr. Anisha Patel, three Indian American doctors, have filed a civil rights lawsuit against Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) and three other medical groups, alleging racial discrimination

Photo: Mara Lavitt India-West News Desk NEW HAVEN, CT - Sunil Amrith, an Indian historian specializing in South and Southeast Asia, has been appointed the Henry R. Luce Director of Yale University’s Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies.

India-West News Desk DURHAM, NC - A recent immigration raid in Durham has intensified concerns within the Triangle's large Indian American community, as the Trump administration continues its crackdown on illegal immigration. According to ABC News, neighbors in a north Durham neighborhood recorded

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL - The Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA) is set to host its 23rd biennial Convention from July 3-6, here. Organized in collaboration with the Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago, the event will unite

Photo: Sameer Shah, Buena Park Vice Mayor Connor Traut, Buena Park Mayor Joyce Ahn, Dr Jayesh Shah By Rajendra Vora BUENA PARK, CA – In a powerful display of community support and generosity, the Jain Center of Southern California (JCSC) here hosted

India- West Staff Reporter BRENTWOOD, CA – The Punjabi Cultural Association (PCA) Brentwood organized a "Dheeyan Di Lohri" celebration on February 8, an event dedicated to daughters. Singers Sukhdev Sahil and Mandeep Sidhu performed for nearly two hours, engaging the audience. Traditionally, Lohri

India-West Staff Reporter MIAMI, FL - The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) is mourning the sudden passing of Dr. Sampat Shivangi, a revered physician, community leader, and long-time member. “We are deeply saddened by Dr. Shivangi’s passing. He was

India-West Staff Reporter  LOS ANGELES, CA – The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) held its election last month, with the new leadership team sworn in on January 31 during a virtual Zoom ceremony. Veteran community leader Prakash Shah

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Southern California Edison (SCE), a subsidiary of Edison International, is investigating whether its equipment contributed to the ignition of two wildfires in the Los Angeles area. The wildfires, including the Eaton Fire, began on January

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY – The GOPIO Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) hosted a networking luncheon on February 1 in Manhattan, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to discuss the growing opportunities for the Indian diaspora in

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – Two Indian Americans, Asra Hussain Raza and Vikesh Patel, were among the 67 victims killed in the horrific mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., on January 29. The collision, involving American Airlines Flight 5342 and an Army

India-West Staff Reporter FRESNO, CA – Fresno’s Central Unified School District has made history by naming a new elementary school after a Sikh. The school board voted 6-1 on January 28 to name the new campus, located at Shields and Brawley avenues,

India-West Staff Reporter SAN JOSE, CA - Parth Gaba, a dedicated high school student at Valley Christian Schools, founded the non-profit initiative WeKare to help homeless and low-income students. The organization provides essential kits filled with hygiene products, first aid supplies,

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

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 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

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: 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 – 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