The International Interfaith Conference, held under the title “The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats,” underscored the role of faith-based diplomacy in promoting unity, justice, and peace, on January 22, 2026, at …
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CTAUN Hosts First Webinar in AI Series Exploring United Nations, Education, and Artificial Intelligence
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readThe Committee on Teaching About the United Nations (CTAUN) hosted the first webinar in a new series on Artificial Intelligence, examining the intersections of the United Nations, education, and AI. …
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ECOSOC President Lok Bahadur Thapa Calls for Stronger Multilateral Action at Council’s 80th Anniversary
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readPresident of the Economic and Social Council, Ambassador Lok Bahadur Thapa, emphasized that countries around the world, particularly those in special situations including Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and …
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US Lawmakers Honor Tamil American Heritage and Community Contributions at Capitol Hill Event
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readAs part of Tamil American Heritage Month 2026, U.S. lawmakers joined community leaders to celebrate Tamil heritage and culture by honoring Tamil Americans for their “exemplary” contributions to the community. …
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Indiaspora Health Series Examines Diabetes Risks and Prevention in South Asian Communities
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readAs part of its Health Series, Indiaspora hosted the second episode, a virtual discussion titled “Sweet Truths: Diabetes in the South Asian Community,” on January 21, 2026. The session focused …
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Indian American Leaders Applaud “Historic” Inauguration of Virginia Gov. Spanberger and Lt. Gov. Hashmi
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readIndian American lawmakers and community leaders have welcomed the January 17 inauguration of Virginia’s first woman Governor, Abigail Spanberger, and its first Muslim and South Asian American Lieutenant Governor, Ghazala …
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Abigail Spanberger Makes History, Sworn In as Virginia’s 75th Governor and First Woman, Unveils Affordability and Unity Agenda
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readRichmond, Virginia: On a freezing, rainy, and cloudy day, Abigail Spanberger made history, on January 17, 2026, becoming the first woman Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Governor Spanberger was …
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India Calls for Reformed Multilateralism, UN Security Council Expansion at General Assembly Plenary
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readIndia has emphasized the need for United Nations member states to act with a “joint sense of purpose” to advance “reformed multilateralism,” highlighting the urgency of updating global institutions to …
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President Trump Unveils ‘Great Healthcare Plan,’ Promising Lower Drug Costs, Reduced Premiums, and Greater Transparency
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readPresident Donald Trump has unveiled a new health care proposal, titled the “Great Healthcare Plan,” and is calling on Congress to pass the measure, which the White House describes as …
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“Hate Will Have No Oxygen,” Says Gov. Wes Moore While Addressing AAPI Leaders in Maryland
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readMaryland Governor Wes Moore has asserted that “hate will have no oxygen” as long as he leads the state. Speaking at an Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) fundraising event …