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India-West Staff Reporter GLENDALE, CA - Bhupesh and Kumud Parikh, esteemed residents of this city since 1969, participated in the unveiling and dedication ceremony of the newly refurbished breast diagnostic center at Adventist Health Glendale Medical Center. This cutting-edge facility, now

In center, Congressman Jimmy Panetta, (D-CA) at the Capitol with student leaders Parisa Mir, Zayne Abraham, Elisabeth Floyd and Aahaan Bandopadhyay. SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Every year, Bank of America selects about 300 outstanding high school students from across the U.S. to serve

Photos: Radhika Patel India-West Staff Reporter BUENA PARK, CA - The United Indian Associations of Southern California (UIASC) celebrated the 77th Independence Day of India on August 19 at the Jain Center, here with the theme, ‘Indian cultural intelligence vs. artificial intelligence.’ The

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA - Some 3,000 people from around here and the state, came to participate in the Indian Independence Day celebrations that were hosted by the Indian Association of Sacramento (IAS), after a 3-year pandemic hiatus. On August 13,

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - It was a 'proud and historic day' for India's 32 million-plus strong diaspora, which stood in unison with their mother country amid chants of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' and 'Vande Mataram', as the nation conquered the

India-West Staff Reporter MILPITAS, CA - It all began during Priyanka Ganguly’s time on the student council at her middle school, where an annual Thanksgiving tradition involved donating to a local shelter. That visit proved to be an eye-opener, as she

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL - At the recently concluded Parliament of the World Religions in Chicago, a unique panel titled “Swastika Proclamation: Swastika is different from Hakenkreuz” explored the distinction between the Nazi emblem of hate and the sacred Swastika,

By Prof. Ramesh P Singh, Chapman University, CA Whether one believes it or not, the day-to-day happenings in the northern parts of India especially in the Himalayan region is an indicator of climate change. In the Himalayan region, the snow/glaciers are

India-West Staff Reporter DES MOINES, IO – Indian American Dr Surinder Sehgal, the agricultural entrepreneur, and founder of the Sehgal Foundation based here, has been given the prestigious Dr. M S Swaminathan Award for Leadership in Agriculture for 2022. The award is presented

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - An Indian American curator, who worked with the Worcester Art Museum, is suing the establishment for "mocking" her brown skin tone and subjecting her to a "hostile" work environment. Rachel Parikh filed a 64-page lawsuit in

India-West Staff Reporter SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Media reports suggest that students who were recently deported from the US and had their student visas canceled might encounter a substantial setback in their plans to return. The students could potentially face a

India-West Staff Reporter AUSTIN, TX – The 11th annual school-supply packing event took place on August 6 at the Dell Jewish Community Center, hosted by the Hindu Charities for America (HC4A) in collaboration with Shalom Austin.  A diverse group of over 200

NEW YORK, NY (ANI) - The world's largest ‘India Day Parade’ outside India kicked off on August 20 here, with the celebration witnessing huge floats and marching groups comprising members of the Indian American community. Supporting the spectacle were several members

TORONTO, (IANS) - An Indian Canadian real-estate mogul is among the 14 people who have been named to the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest form of recognition and an official part of the Canadian Honors System. Daljit Thind of

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - A study led by an Indian American researcher of the University of Cincinnati looks to develop a new imaging technique that can identify certain types of lung infections to speed up treatment for critically ill

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (IANS) - An Indian American researcher Vivek Bajpai along with his team has identified 135 new melanin genes associated with pigmentation. According to a study published in the journal Science, the skin, hair, and eye color of more

India-West Staff Reporter ARTESIA, CA- South Asian Network (SAN) organized a silent protest across Pioneer Blvd in the heart of Little India, here, on August 10, to protest gender-based violence. The protest was based on the horrific sexual assault case that occurred

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (IANS) – Four Indian Americans are among 17 environmental activists who will be honored with the 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award for their creative initiatives to tackle the world's most pressing environmental challenges. The awards, presented by the

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - A Sikh army recruit, who fought a two-year-long legal battle to keep his articles of faith, has graduated from the US Marine Corps recruit training with his turban, beard, and unshorn hair, paving the way

India-West Staff Reporter TAMPA, FL – The Sri Ayyappa Society of Tampa embarked on an extraordinary world record attempt during the celebration of legendary music composer Maestro Ilayaraaja's 80th birthday. The event unfolded as part of a fund-raising initiative for the

India-West Staff Reporter PHILADELPHIA, PA - The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) during its 41st Annual Convention with a Women's Leadership Forum that spotlighted the achievements of women who have excelled in various fields, from healthcare to business,

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - The 77th Independence Day of India was commemorated here with a flag-hoisting ceremony at India House on August 15. The event drew the participation of a diverse gathering including members of the Indian American, community,

Photo: @NYCImmigrants India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - New York City Mayor Eric Adams has asserted that if Mahatma Gandhi were alive today, he would have taken up causes such as migrant seekers, gun violence, homelessness, and the issue of illegal drugs.

India-West Staff Reporter ST.PAUL, MN - In a symbolic gesture of friendship and cultural appreciation, Minnesota's Democratic Governor Tim Walz has officially designated August 15, 2023, as India Day. In his proclamation, Governor Walz acknowledged the significance of India as the world's largest

India-West Staff Reporter MATTHEWS, NC - The 4th Hindu Unity Day, orchestrated by the HSS Greater Charlotte & South Carolina Chapter, transpired at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Matthews, NC on August 5. The event drew robust participation from representatives of

India-West Staff Reporter PRINCETON, NJ - In a study that sheds light on the persisting challenges faced by women in politics, Bhumi Purohit, a distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, is making waves with

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - Prabu David has been appointed provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). David, who stepped into his new role on August 1, previously served as dean of Michigan State’s

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles City Council in a unanimous decision on August 9 voted to grant the Hollywood Sikh Temple the status of a Historic-Cultural Monument. The Hollywood Sikh Temple, also known as the Vermont Gurdwara,

LOS ANGELES, CA (IANS) - No charges will be pressed against the Sikh convenience store employee who was seen thrashing a shoplifter with a stick in a viral video clip, the District Attorney's Office in California's San Joaquin County announced. "The

Mahant Swami Maharaj India-West Staff Reporter ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - On August 5, the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha hosted a remarkable cultural program with the theme "My Guru, My Guide" at the temple here. This event, a part of the Festival of

TORONTO, (IANS) - Hundreds of international students, including Indians, have been left in limbo after a college in the Canadian province of Ontario revoked its admission offers for the coming academic year, according to a media report. Some 500 foreign students

Photo: CricKingdom India-West News Desk MILPITAS, CA - Indian cricket stalwart Rohit Sharma inaugurated the 'Crickingdom' Cricket Academy here on August 5. The academy's establishment comes at a time when cricket's popularity is on the rise in the US. While the USA Cricket's

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL - In an unprecedented display of unity and camaraderie, over 700 Prajapati families from across the United States congregated in Downs Grove, a quaint town near here, for the inaugural Convention 2023 held on July 29

India-West Staff Reporter IRVINE, CA - Ramya Harishankar, a cultural mainstay of Southern California, has been honored with the prestigious Legacy Fellowship as part of the 2023 California Arts Council (CAC) Individual Artist Fellowship Program. The Fellowship, which encompasses a grant

India-West Staff Reporter SEATTLE, WA - A large group of people came together here on July 13 to commemorate ‘Shri Guru Bhagavat,’ an exceptional literary creation that pays homage to the centuries-old Guru-Shisya (master-disciple) tradition. Hosted by the Washington State India

Photo: Ventura County Sheriff Office India-West News Desk VALENCIA, CA - A 78-year-old hiker who had gone missing over the weekend in the wilderness of the Los Padres National Forest has been located safe and sound, after enduring two nights alone in

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - The Consulate General of India in Chicago has said that it has contacted the Hyderabad woman found starving on the streets of the US last week and has offered to fly her home. Syeda Lulu Minhaj

L to R: Raju Chinthala (President, Indiana-India business council), Diego Morales, Somath Ghosh, Sue Finkam, Mark Myers, Rakesh Kumar and Dr. Deovrat Singh. India-West Staff Reporter CARMEL, IN - The Indiana Chapter of the International Hindi Association (IHA) successfully organized its 21st

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - In a proclamation, New York City Mayor Eric Adams officially declared August 2, 2023, as "Global Forgiveness Day," recognizing the day's significance in promoting love, peace, and healing among individuals and communities worldwide. Distinguished leaders

India-West Staff Reporter LAGUNA BEACH, CA - On July 23, TiE SoCal hosted a Charter Member Mixer here. The event was tailor-made for TiE SoCal's charter members, providing a unique opportunity for like-minded individuals to come together, exchange ideas, and strengthen professional

TORONTO (IANS) - Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow was seen dancing to bhangra and Bollywood beats as she joined crowds at North America’s biggest Indian festival at the Gerrard India Bazaar here. The Gerrard India Bazaar, which is the oldest and biggest Indian market

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (IANS) - Indian American Shohini Sinha has been named as the Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Salt Lake City field office. Sinha, who was named to the top post by FBI

HUNTSVILLE, AL (IANS) - A 78-year-old Indian American engineer has claimed that he was fired from his job for speaking in Hindi with a dying relative on the phone last year. Anil Varshney filed a lawsuit against missile defense contractor Parsons

India-West Staff Reporter DALLAS, TX - Nicholas Pooran put up a superlative effort with the bat to help MI New York clinch the first-ever Major League Cricket title on July 30. The wicketkeeper-batter scored 137 runs off 55 balls as MI

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - In a first, US doctors, including Indian Americans used brain implants and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to restore the sense of touch and movement in a quadriplegic man. Keith Thomas, 45, was left paralyzed from the chest

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - A series of transformative workshops on the Jain Path to Happiness, led by renowned mindset coach and inspirational speaker, Rahul Kapoor Jain, in collaboration with the JAINA Long Range Planning Committee (LRP), received positive

Photos: Avinash Srivastava India-West Staff Reporter ORANGE, CA - The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin, Los Angeles Chapter (GOPIO-LA), orchestrated an unforgettable evening of laughter and humor with a Hasya Kavi Sammelan on July 22. The event, held at Santiago Charter

India-West Staff Reporter MADISON, WI - The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures in the College of Letters and Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison announced that on August 21, Dr. Mikaela Chase will be the inaugural Śrī Anantnāth Chair in

CHICAGO, IL (IANS) - A woman from Hyderabad, who went to the US two years ago to pursue a master’s degree, has been found starving on the roads of Chicago. Syeda Lulu Minhaj Zaidi, who was doing a master’s in information

NEW DELHI (ANI) – India is taking several steps to minimize the appearance of unauthorized and unrecognized private websites that claim to facilitate the issuance of e-Visas, Minister of State Nityanand Rai said on July 25. Rai said these unauthorized private