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India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA - Over 3,000 Indian Americans gathered at Jessup University in Rocklin, on August 16to celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day. The event, organized by the Indian Association of Sacramento also marked the 20th anniversary of the organization. The celebration

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY – Child Rights and You America (CRY America), has announced the launch of its annual CRY Walk series across the country. The event aims to raise funds and awareness for children who are denied basic rights

Photo: Wikimedia India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Embassy of India here, has issued a public advisory regarding a scam in which fraudsters are impersonating embassy officials over the phone to extort money and personal information. The scam artists are using a technique known

NEW YORK, NY -A tour bus returning to New York City from Niagara Falls crashed, resulting in five fatalities, including two individuals of Indian descent, according to police. On August 23, police identified the two Indian victims as Shankar Kumar Jha, 65,

India-West News Desk ATLANTA, GA — Mahendra Patel, a Cobb County man, is demanding a public apology from authorities after kidnapping charges against him were dropped on August 6, 2025. Patel spent 47 days in the Cobb County Jail following an accusation that he attempted

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - Devika Hazra, an economics and statistics professor, was recognized with the Outstanding Professor Award during the 2025 University Convocation and Investiture at California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) on August 18. The Outstanding Professor Award

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C.-The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual, serving notice to non-citizens that a false claim to US citizenship could lead to a permanent ban from the country. The agency announced it is

India-West Staff Reporter LA PALMA, CA — The United Indian Associations of Southern California (UIASC) celebrated India’s Independence Day at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on August 9, bringing together over 700 community members, dignitaries, and cultural performers for

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA — India has officially signed a 10-year lease for a full floor at AON Center, 707 Wilshire Blvd, here, making good on its promise to open a consulate in Southern California. The 20,507 square-foot office will

India-West Staff Reporter ORANGE, CA — The Peace Center of Los Angeles hosted its 10th Annual Health & Wellness Seminar, themed “Healthy Heart & Peaceful Life,” on July 19, at Tandoor Cuisine of India here, drawing approximately 100 attendees. The event

India-West Staff Reporter SOMERSET, NJ - The Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central Jersey (IACFNJ) celebrated India’s Independence Day on August 16, with a festive event at the Shree Swaminarayan Temple here. The celebration featured vibrant cultural and patriotic performances and was

Photo: Indian students attend a ASU International Student Welcome event on August 15, at ASU’s Tempe, Arizona campus. India-West Staff Reporter TEMPE, AZ — Arizona State University (ASU) has reported record enrollment for fall 2025, with Indian students continuing to make up

India-West News Desk SEATTLE, WA - Seattle marked a historic celebration of India’s 79th Independence Day as the Indian national flag was hoisted for the first time ever atop the city’s iconic Space Needle. The milestone, hailed by Mayor Bruce Harrell, represents

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, D.C. — On August 15, India House in Washington, D.C., was the site of a vibrant celebration marking India's 79th Independence Day. The event drew a large crowd, including members of the Indian diaspora, students, and other supporters

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Thousands of Indian Americans gathered in New York on August 17 to celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day at the annual India Day Parade, organized by the local Federation of Indian Associations. Actors Rashmika Mandanna and

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) hosted an engaging webinar on August 9 titled “What AI Can Do For You?” The event brought together researchers, innovators, users, and thought leaders to

India-West Staff Reporter SAN JOSE, CA — Downtown San Jose turned into a vibrant sea of colors, music, and patriotism as the Association of Indo Americans (AIA), in collaboration with Bolly 92.3, hosted ‘Swades’ to mark India’s 79th Independence Day. The centerpiece

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY — More than 1,250 seekers gathered at the historic Riverside Church on August 9 to receive the blessings of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, revered spiritual master and founder of the global Bhakti Marga movement. The evening, centered on

India-West News Desk ATLANTA, GA – The American Telugu Association (ATA) recently hosted a regional business summit in Atlanta, attracting more than 300 aspiring entrepreneurs eager to start new ventures. The event, organized by the local Atlanta team, focused on empowering individuals to

Photo: Pendyala (left) with other volunteers celebrating the award in Fremont. India-West Staff Reporter SANTA CLARA, CA — The Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the IEEE Computer Society has received the Outstanding Chapter Award for 2024, recognizing it as one of the

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - Jasvant and Meera Modi emphasized the importance of fostering peaceful dialogue in today’s polarized society while making their $1.5 million pledge to the University of California, Los Angeles. “The principles of Jainism offer a unique lens through

India-West. News Desk  MILPITAS, CA - Two men of Telugu origin, both 32, drowned in the Colorado River while on a group outing, according to US authorities. The victims were identified as Anoop Gankidi and Venkata Mukkaala. Gankidi was a computer engineer in

India-West News Desk ATLANTA, GA -Charges of attempted kidnapping and assault have been dropped against Mahendra Patel, a 57-year-old man from Georgia, after prosecutors concluded their review of the case. Patel had been jailed for six weeks following an incident at

Photo: sikhcoalition.org India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON D.C.- According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) annual hate crime statistics report for 2024, the Sikh community remains the third most-targeted religious group for hate crimes and bias incidents in the United States. The report

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY – India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met with members of the Indian community on August 3 at the Consulate General of India in Manhattan, underscoring New Delhi’s push to improve consular

India-West Staff Reporter ROCKVILLE, MD – Over 110 Sikh youth, aged 7 to 17, from the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area participated in the annual Gurmat Camp, held here. The six-day camp, organized by the Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (GGSF), focused on the

India-West Staff Reporter HOUSTON, TX – The Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA) has partnered with the University of Texas at Austin to establish the Tirthankar Sumatinath Distinguished Professorship in Jain Studies. This new endowed position was funded by

Photo: X.com/IndianEmbassyUS India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC,  – India has opened eight new Indian Consular Application Centers across the United States, significantly expanding access to consular services for the Indian diaspora. In a video message shared on X, India’s Ambassador to the U.S.,

India-West Staff Reporter CINCINNATI, OH – In a stirring and wide-ranging keynote address at a national healthcare advocacy conference, Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, President of the American Medical Association (AMA), delivered a powerful call for reform, equity, and unity within the U.S.

SACRAMENTO, CA -  After two straight play-in exits, the Sacramento Kings are shifting gears by prioritizing defense as their foundation for the upcoming NBA season. Tasked with jumpstarting that identity, Dipesh Mistry, who recently represented India on the highest stage by

Photos:gofundme India-West News Desk HILTON HEAD, SC — Saumen Kundu, a 49-year-old father from Georgia, tragically lost his life on July 24 after drowning at a beach in Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island. According to the Beaufort County Coroner’s Office, the incident

India-West News Desk HOUSTON, TX - Devastating flash floods recently struck the Texas Hill Country, triggering a rapid response from Sewa International. Within hours, the organization coordinated with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - A packed room on Capitol Hill on July 24 saw a cross-section of Americans of the Hindu faith gather for the fourth annual event celebrating their community's contributions and highlighting the challenges they face. On the

India-West Staff Reporter QUEENS, NEW YORK — The Sri Shakti Mariamma Hindu Temple, a haven of faith and inclusivity in Richmond Hill, is facing imminent closure unless it can raise more than $150,000 for urgent repairs required by the city. For years,

India-West Staff Reporter DALLAS, TX — In flood-battered Kerr County, where homes have been damaged and families displaced, one humanitarian group has quietly become a lifeline. The disaster response team from United Sikhs is providing much more than supplies—they’re bringing timely

Photos: @IndiainNewYork India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY – In a  step to deepen academic engagement between India and the United States, O.P. Jindal Global University has launched the Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies here. The new institute aims to become

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL –In a ceremony held on July 5 at the biennial JAINA Convention here, Mahesh Wadher of SoCal was presented with the JAINA Ratna Award. This accolade, bestowed every two years, recognizes an individual from North America

Photos: JAINA India-West News Desk SCHAUMBURG, IL – The 23rd Biennial JAINA Convention took place from July 3 to 6 in Schaumburg, drawing over 5,000 attendees from 72 Jain centers across North America. This event marked the largest Jain gathering outside India

India-West Staff Reporter AUSTIN, TX – In response to the recent flash floods that have ravaged Central Texas—destroying homes, displacing families, and claiming lives—the Austin Chapter of ITServe Alliance has stepped up with a donation of $21,000 toward relief efforts. The funds,

India-West Staff Reporter SAN DIEGO, CA – Vaishnav Anand, a 16-year-old student from Danville’s Athenian School, recently earned attention for his research on using artificial intelligence to detect manipulated satellite images, a rising threat known as "geospatial deepfakes." Anand, a rising junior,

Photo: atarimae.agency India-West Staff Reporter MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – Willow, a premier platform for live and on-demand cricket, has announced the debut of its first original program, "Game On with Grace." This bi-weekly video podcast, hosted by Australian sports broadcaster Grace Hayden, is set to premiere on 

DALLAS, TX  (IANS)- In a turnaround, MI New York, after a challenging start to the season, secured the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) title. They defeated defending champions Washington Freedom by a mere five runs in a tense final at Grand

Photo: Olympics.com/Getty LOS ANGELES, CA — Cricket will make its long-awaited return to the Olympic Games at the Fairplex in Pomona, with matches officially beginning on July 12, 2028. Organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games released the full competition

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA - A new chapter in American cricket is set to begin with the launch of the Super60 USA Tournament, a domestic franchise league featuring a fast-paced 60-ball format. The inaugural player draft, held on July

India-West Staff Reporter SARATOGA, CA — In a blend of tradition, service, and youthful determination, two high school students recently raised over $8,000 through a classical dance fundraiser to support cataract surgeries for underserved communities in India. Dhiya Padmanabhan and Anithra Shradha

India-West News Desk DALLAS, TX- An Indian American man identified as Stanley Thomas has ignited widespread outrage after a video went viral showing him repeatedly using a racial slur at Moxie's, a restaurant here. The clip, filmed by a Black woman,

Photo: Twitter India-West News Desk OTTAWA - Student pilot, Sreehari Sukesh, 21, from Kerala, was among two people killed in a mid-air collision involving training aircraft in Canada on July 8. The incident occurred near a runway used by Harv's Air pilot

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL — In a ceremony held July 3 at the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) office in Oak Brook, Dr. Amit Chakrabarty and Dr. Hetal Gor were formally sworn in as President and Chair

DALLAS, TX (IANS)- A family of four from Hyderabad met a tragic end during a road trip in the United States when their car was struck head-on by a mini truck allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road.

India-West News Desk MIAMI , FL - A mid-air scuffle aboard a Frontier Airlines flight has drawn widespread attention after a viral video showed two passengers grappling with each other as others stepped in to break up the fight. The incident involved