The Evergreen Bollywood Star Rekha Turns 66
Living legend and the evergreen iconic actress of Bollywood, Rekha turned 66 on Saturday, October 10th. The talented and beautiful diva…
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Bachchan On 78th Birthday, Thanks Fans For “Generosity, Love”
On his 78th birthday on Sunday, October 11th, megastar Amitabh Bachchan thanked his fans, whom he lovingly calls his extended…
WHEELS, AAPI, PanIIT & IAPC Support the Launch of Book “Beyond Covid-19 Pandemic Envisioning a Better World by Transforming the Future of Healthcare” by Ambassador Pradeep Kapur & Dr. Joseph Chalil, Saturday October 17th, 10 AM US EST and 7.30 PM IST
(Washington, DC: October 12th, 2020) The much anticipated and timely book, Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic: Envisioning a Better World by Transforming…
Fr. Stan Lourduswamy Arrested By Indian Authorities On Hooked Up Charges
“The arrest of Fr Stan Lourduswamy, 83, is a violation of human rights,” said Rev. J. Felix Raj, a fellow…
At Least 8 Million Americans Have Already Voted, Could Smash Records For Voter Turnout
Americans are rushing to cast ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election at an unprecedented pace, early voting numbers show,…
2nd Quad Ministerial Meeting Held
The Australian and Japanese foreign ministers, the Indian external affairs minister, and the U.S. secretary of state met in Tokyo…
Arvind Krishna Says, IBM Spin Off Will Have New Leadership Team In India
As IBM spins out a new company to help focus in two lucrative markets, the company’s CEO Arvind Krishna on…
New England Journal of Medicine Says No To Reelecting Trump
Throughout its 208-year history, The New England Journal of Medicine has remained staunchly nonpartisan. The world’s most prestigious medical journal…
VFS Global to Replace Cox & Kings as Outsourcing Provider for Visas, Passport Services for Indian American Community
The Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C, issued a public notice regarding a change in its outsourcing service provider. The notice…
India Donates 1.8 Million N95 Masks to Philadelphia for Frontline Workers
India has donated 1.8 million N95 masks to Philadelphia, the largest city in the US state of Pennsylvania, to help…
You Can Travel To These Countries Starting October 12
Resuming international flights remains one of the most contentious issues in reopening as several countries across the world are going…
Mumbai Airport Ranks Among Top 10 International Airports
My international travelers, their trip begins the moment they arrive at an airport abroad. And entering a country from any…
During GOPIO-CT Event, Rep. Jim Himes Says, “Joe Biden Administration Will Continue To Offer Mediation Between India And China”
Describing the current situation on Indo-China border as very serious, US Congressman Jim Himes, a Democrat from the state of…
The History Of AAPI, Chronicled By Dr. Ranga Reddy Released
(Chicago, IL: October 12th, 2020) A Coffee Table Book, chronicling the history of AAPI was released during the MINI Convention and…
Louise Gluck, Austere Poet Of Human Trauma And Renewal, Wins Literature Nobel
Acclaimed American poet Louise Gluck, who draws on classical mythology, family life and nature in her precise and spare rendition…
Khushwant Singh LitFest Features Amitav Ghosh, Pico Iyer
After holding the Khushwant Singh LitFest (KSLF) at the Kasauli Club in Himachal Pradesh for eight consecutive years, this year…
Trump Moves to Cut Back H-1B Visas, Tighten Rules
The Trump administration moved Oct. 6 to cut back H-1B visas for foreign skilled workers and tightened wage-based entry barriers…
Mayur Gupta, Raja Rajamannar and Vineet Mehra Among Forbes’ Most Influential CMOs of 2020
Forbes magazine Oct. 1 unveiled its eighth annual World’s Most Influential CMOs list, honoring the top marketers worldwide, with three…
Amherst Town in New York Honors Gandhi with Installation of Statue
Amherst town in New York has paid tribute to Gandhi’s global role promoting non-violence and peace by installing his bust…
Protest in New Jersey over the Hathras gang rape and killing of Dalit Girl
The Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC), an advocacy group dedicated to safeguarding India’s pluralist and tolerant ethos, organized a massive…
Arctic Ice Is Nearing Extinct
The German Research Vessel Polarstern has sailed back into its home port after completing a remarkable expedition to the Arctic…
Amazon Prime Video to Globally Premiere 9 Highly-Anticipated Movies in 5 Indian Languages
Amazon Prime Video has announced it will globally premiere nine highly-anticipated movies in five Indian languages This announcement follows the…
Quick Banh Mi
Regular sandwiches are absolutely boring when compared to this Vietnamese delicacy. This super loaded sub is unlike any other sandwich…
US Election 2020 Polls: Who Is Ahead – Trump Or Biden?
In less than 4 weeks, voters in America will decide whether Donald Trump remains in the White House for another…
Priyanka Chopra’s Memoir ‘Unfinished’ Unveiled
Priyanka Chopra, 38-year-old actor, took to Instagram to share an intriguing short clip featuring the posters of her films. The video…
Puneet Ahluwalia In Virginia State Lieutenant Governor’s Race “I Wasn’t Born An American, My Wife And I Are Americans By Choice”
Indian American Puneet Ahluwalia is the type of candidate the multi-cultural state, Virginia needs to be part of the leadership…
Covid-19 Deaths, 1 Million and Surging
Covid-19 deaths worldwide have surpassed 1 million. With new cases of coronavirus infections rapidly mounting again, the numbers of Covid-19 deaths are feared to surge…
A Coffee Table Book, Chronicling The History Of AAPI, Released During AAPI’s Mini Convention In Chicago Dr. Ranga Reddy, Chair, AAPI History Task Force & Past President Of AAPI Honored For Being the Historian Of AAPI
A Coffee Table Book, chronicling the history of AAPI was released during the MINI Convention and the Fall Governing Body…
AAPI Urges US Senate To Pass South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2020
(Washington, DC: October5th, 2020) “We want to express our sincere gratitude and appreciatio9n to US Congress for unanimously passing the…
Shri Venkiah Naidu Urges AAPI To Build Collaborations In Research And Development To Address Various Health Issues In India
“It’s very great joy that I welcome you all who have come to be part of the MINI Convention and…
AAPI Sends Well-Wishes to the President and First Lady
Washington, DC — October 4th, 2020: “The members of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) join the…
COVID-19 Infects Majority Of Bad Dreams: Study
Scientists used artificial intelligence to help analyses the dream content of close to a thousand people and found that the…
Americans Favor A Single Government Program To Provide Health Care Coverage
A majority of Americans continue to say the federal government has a responsibility to make sure all Americans have health…
Trump Cannot Restrict Visas For High-Skill Workers, Judge Rules
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White in Oakland, Calif., agreed with several big U.S. business groups, which argued President Donald Trump…
30th Anniversary Of World Summit For Children – Today Children Need A New Initiative
On the eve of the UN’s 75th anniversary, Antonio Guterres, the UN’s Secretary-General has declared that the coronavirus pandemic is…
GOPIO-Manhattan Chapter Launched
During a solemn virtual ceremony, which was live webcast around the world, GOPIO-Manhattan Chapter was launched, with a new team…
“Ekal Foundation” Embarks on a Trailblazing Goal
“Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF)” hosted its annual ‘International Conference’ in virtual mode with 600 registrants from USA, Canada, India and…
Indian Overseas Congress, USA Condemns The Rape And Murder Of Manisha Valmiki Of Hathras, U.P
Indian Overseas Congress, USA joins millions of non-resident Indians across the globe in condemning the horrific rape and murder of…
Geneva Adopts Highest Minimum Wage In The World, At $25 An Hour
Voters in Geneva, Switzerland, have agreed to introduce a minimum wage in the canton that is the equivalent of $25…
Babri Masjid Demolition A Criminal Act And CBI Court Verdict Must Be Challenged NAPM Condemns The Criminal Neglect Of The Prosecution In The Case And Complete Denial Of The Findings Of The Liberhan Commission
National Alliance of People’s Movements (NAPM) is shocked and dismayed at the verdict of the CBI Special Court in acquitting all 32 persons accused…
Amazon Prime To Launch Anthology Of Five Tamil Films Featuring Stories Of Love, New Beginnings, Second Chances & A Glimmer Of Hope
Amazon Prime Video is set to launch Putham Pudhu Kaalai, an anthology of five Tamil films, featuring stories of love,…
Crispy Chicken Karaage (Less oil frying technique)
Wanna try an appetiser recipe that’s easy to follow yet would fetch you all praises?This great asian fried chicken recipe…
Best Indian Diet Plan for Weight Loss
Are you looking for the best Indian diet plan to lose weight? The rules are simple. All you need to…
Community Mourns Death of SPB, Popular Indian Playback Singer
S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, an Indian singer who delivered songs for more than 1,000 movies in a smooth and vibrant voice and…
Seeking Greater Role For India, Modi Questions Relevance Of United Nations
Articulating an inclusive vision for the world and India’s role in manifesting it, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked the United…
Biden Adds Pressure on Trump By Releasing Tax Returns
Democratic nominee Joe Biden released his most recent tax returns just hours before Tuesday night’s debate with Donald Trump, signaling…
AAPI’s Mini Convention Held In Chicago Shri Venkiah Naidu, Vice President Of India, Urges AAPI To Build Collaborations In Research And Development To Address Various Health Issues In India
(Chicago, IL: September 28th, 2020): “It’s very great joy that I welcome you all who have come to be part…
GOPIO-Manhattan Chapter Launched
During a solemn virtual ceremony, which was live webcast around the world, GOPIO-Manhattan Chapter was launched, with a new team…
Pandemic is Time to Rethink Way of Life, Economics, Social Systems: Pope Francis Addresses UN General Assembly
Pope Francis while addressing the United Nations General Assembly, called for the organization to continue to focus on human rights…
6 Indian-Origin People On 2020 TIME100 List
Six Persons of Indian-origin have made to the prestigious 2020 TIME100 List of the world’s most influential people. They are:…
While Trump Refuses TO Commit TO Peaceful Transfer, Mcconnell Promises An ‘Orderly’ Transition Of Power
President Trump cast doubt on the transition last week, questioning the probity of the vote with so many ballots likely…
Cardinal Becciu: Vatican Official Forced Out In Rare Resignation
High-ranking Vatican official Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu has unexpectedly resigned but has revealed he was told to do so by…
Two Million Deaths ‘Very Likely’ Even With Vaccine, WHO Warns
The global coronavirus death toll could hit two million before an effective vaccine is widely used, the World Health Organization…
Biden Vows To Address Indian-Americans’ Concerns On H-1B
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has vowed to address the Indian-American community’s concerns related to the H-1B work visa, which…
Broccoli & Spinach Soup with Poached Egg and Croutons (lactose free)
You’ll love sipping this green goodness. You could have it anytime of the day as this soup is perfect for…
Chicago Blasters Cricket team clinch spectacular win against the Michigan Stars
The newly constituted Chicago Blasters Cricket Team clinched magnificent back-to-back victories against the Michigan Stars with the young cricketers putting…
S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, A Legendary Bollywood Singer Leaves a Lasting Legacy Of Enchanting Songs
One of India’s most renowned film singers, SP Balasubrahmanyam, the legendary singer passed away at the age of 74 due…
Indian Lyricist, Writer Javed Akhtar to be Honored with 2020 Richard Dawkins Award
Indian writer, poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar will be presented next month with the 2020 Richard Dawkins Award. Dawkins, an…
Mcconnell’s Fabricated History To Justify A 2020 Supreme Court Vote
Senate Republicans’ decision to vote on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s successor reflects individual and collective cost-benefit calculations of seating a…
As Planet Burns, One Million Species in World’s Eco-System in Danger of Extinction
UNITED NATIONS: (IPS) – When UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addressed the 193-member General Assembly last December, he focused on the smoldering…
India’s Ministry of Health Updates Guidelines for International Arrivals
India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has updated the Guidelines for international arrivals in India. Per the announcement of…
Indian Immigrants Send Back Home $11.72 Billion a Year
With hundreds of American banks and financial institutions shuttering physical branches due to COVID-19, it’s now even more difficult for…
Hinduism Has a Profound Influence on the West
The Hindu way of life and thinking, far from being a mystical eastern religion, has had a profound influence on…
Amnesty International Halts Work In India, Citing ‘Witch-Hunt’ By Modi Government
Citing a “reprisal” by the Indian government against its human rights work, Amnesty International said Tuesday that it had to…
Dr. Amit Chakrabarty Honored During AAPI Mini Convention In Chicago
“It is amazing how quickly these two years have passed by. With the help of Dr. Annu Terkonda I helped…
Indian Authorities Have No Regard For The Constitution Or The Laws On The Books” – Pastor Bryan Nerren Tells At FIACONNA Event
“The authorities in India have no regard for the constitution and no regard for the laws,” said Pastor Bryan Nerren,…
Justice Ginsburg, An Iconic Jurist Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Unparalleled Courage To Stand Up For Equality For All
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States, and a pioneering advocate…
Kangana Ranaut Criticizes Male-Dominated Bollywood Industry For “offering 2-minute roles, item numbers after sleeping with hero”
Actress Kangana Ranaut has made shocking claims, saying all that Bollywood ever offered her were two-minute roles, item numbers and…
Indian Americans Ramp Up Campaign For Biden In Swing State Votes
e race for the White House heats up with just one and a half months to the Nov. 3, 2020…
Sonia Raman To Coach NBA Team
Described as “MIT’s all-time winningest coach,” Sonia Raman, possibly one of very few Indian American basketball coaches at a major…
7 Indian-Americans To Compete For Miss World America 2020 Title
A record seven Indian Americans are set to compete for the Miss America World 2020 Contest, according to a report…
U.S. Image Plummets Internationally As Most Say Country Has Handled Coronavirus Badly
Since Donald Trump took office as president, the image of the United States has suffered across many regions of the…
AAPI Plans Mini Convention in Chicago From September 26th – 27th
“It’s very great joy that I want to invite you all to come and be part of the MINI Convention…
Yoshihide Suga Is Japan’s New Prime Minister
Japan’s new prime minister, Yoshihide Suga, takes the reins of the world’s third-largest economy this week, he inherits a domestic agenda…
In Unanimous Vote, Diane Gujarati Confirmed for Federal Judge Position in New York
Diane Gujarati, a prosecutor with decades of experience in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York,…
What is Aiding India’s Low Covid Mortality Rate
A study conducted by top genetic experts has revealed that Indians should be thankful to their genes for tiding over…
Why distributing a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine will be global challenge
There’s nearly universal agreement that a safe and effective SARS-CoV-2 vaccine should be available and affordable to all countries—rich or…
U.S. Won’t Get Back To Normal Until Late 2021
The nation’s leading infectious disease expert also voiced concerns about states starting to resume certain indoor activities like dining. Even as…
Married And Lived Together For 50 Years, A Couple Die Minutes Apart, While Holding Hands
A couple married for 48 years, and together for over 50, died of coronavirus only minutes apart holding hands. Johnny Lee Peoples, 67,…
Teriyaki Chicken & Scallion Buns
The smell of hot and soft homemade bakes fresh out of your oven is a bliss good enough to make…
Daily coffee consumption associated with improved survival in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer
In a large group of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer, consumption of a few cups of coffee a day was…
India’s Parliament Regulates Foreign Funding Rules
The Lower House of the Indian Parliament has approved a Bill by approving that drastically changes The Foreign Contribution (Regulation)…
14 US Senators write to US Secretary of State Pompeo on designating India as CPC
The “Coalition to Stop Genocide in India”, a broad coalition of Indian American and US-based civil rights organizations and activists,…
India Seeks Collaboration in Pharma Sector
At a time when tensions between India and China continue to cast a shadow on businesses including imports of crucial…
Luminous Paintings And Drawings Inspired By The Night Sky
During the lockdown, Ando immersed herself in an investigation of indigo, which she has used to create a series of moon drawings…
Jeanne Ives, Candidate for US Congress, visits Aimtron Corporation Commends its ‘Made-in-America’ initiatives and commitment
Chicago IL: The COVID-19 pandemic is tightening its grip and as per the Federal Reserve estimate, the worst of the damage…
Up to 15 inches of sea-level rise from ice sheets by 2100 predicted by international modeling collaboration
Los Alamos National Laboratory, working with three dozen other institutions from around the world, has helped to create the most…
Is There Life On Venus
An international team of astronomers, led by Professor Jane Greaves of Cardiff University, today announced the discovery of a rare…
Andrij Parekh Wins Emmy Award for Directing HBO Series ‘Succession’
Andrij Parekh, an Indian-American cinematographer, won the Primetime Emmy Award for directing the ‘Hunting’ episode of HBO’s drama series ‘Succession’….
Swami Agnivesh Leaves Behind A Lasting Legacy of Social Activism and Education
Swami Agnivesh, a great Indian secular Sannysin and social activist for the down trodden, has just passed away at the…
Joe Biden Leads Trump In Several Key Swing States
In a new batch of swing-state polling released this weekend by the New York Times and CBS News, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden continues to…
National Geographic series, Mega Icons to Feature Deepika Padukone, AR Rahman, Ratan Tata
From actress Deepika Padukone to music maestro AR Rahman and industrialist Ratan Tata, a slew of renowned celebrities will be…
The Unprecedented Fire Ravaging Western USA Is A Mere Preview Of What Climate Change Has In Store Trump Continues to Question Science on Climate Change
As wildfires raging through the West force millions of residents to confront the consequences of a warming planet, the presidential…
Elon Musk Set to Help Revolutionize Las Vegas Casinos
Having been in the casino industry for so many years, it’s always exciting when new heavyTech giant Elon Musk aims to revolutionize…
COVID-19 Has Killed Nearly 200,000 Americans: When & How Will This Pandemic End?
Among the world’s wealthy nations, only the U.S. has an outbreak that continues to spin out of control. Of the…
Chocolate Babka loaf (Lactose free & Eggless) By Certina Romel
Wanna devour on home-baked slices of chocolatey bread without troubling your gut? This recipe is especially for those unlucky peeps…
IAPC Plans 7th International Media Conference
Indo American Press Club (IAPC) has planned to organize its 7th International Media Conference (IMC 2020) from October 16-19th 2020….
Seven in 10 Americans willing to get COVID-19 vaccine, survey finds
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Almost seven in 10 Americans would be interested in receiving a COVID-19 vaccine when one becomes available,…
UNC Researchers Publish Striking Images of SARS-CoV-2 Infected Cells
The UNC School of Medicine laboratory of Camille Ehre, PhD, assistant professor of pediatrics, produced striking images in respiratory tract…
Dr. Sarkar recognized as Peace Ambassador by World Organization For Peace
Kicker: Dr. Sarkar has dedicated his life giving to others through his medical expertise, spiritual services and community outreach. New…