Karuna Charities Washington Inc. celebrated its 25th Annual Diwali Gala at the DoubleTree by Hilton, on November 9, 2025, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, bringing together community members, volunteers, and supporters for …
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India Reaffirms Commitment to Combating Illicit Small Arms Trade at United Nations Security Council
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readSpeaking at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Small Arms on November 10, 2025, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, reaffirmed India’s strong commitment …
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Sergio Gor Sworn In as U.S. Ambassador to India at Oval Office Ceremony
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readSergio Gor was sworn in as the new Ambassador of the United States to the Republic of India by Vice President JD Vance at the Oval Office on November 10, …
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Indian Americans and South Asians Mark Historic Wins in 2025 U.S. Elections; Ghazala Hashmi Makes History
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readIndian American and South Asian candidates from the Democratic Party achieved major victories across the United States in the November 4 elections, marking a historic moment for representation and diversity …
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Meenakshi Lekhi Calls Science and Technology the Bridge for a Stronger US-India Partnership at FIIDS Roundtable
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readIn a compelling address underscoring the role of innovation and shared democratic values in shaping the global order, former Minister of State for External Affairs of India, Meenakshi Lekhi said …
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Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Pledges to Champion Rare Disease Community at 2025 Indo-US Bridging RARE Summit
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readIn a stirring message of solidarity to the rare disease community, Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam pledged to be their “champion in Congress,” underscoring the critical need for sustained funding, research, …
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DC Mayor Muriel Bowser Hosts Diwali Celebration Honoring South Asian Heritage and Community Unity
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readMayor Muriel Bowser and the Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA) hosted Washington, D.C.’s annual Diwali celebration, marking the festival of lights October 30, 2025, at the …
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Purnima Voria Appointed President of Rajasthan Foundation’s New York Chapter to Strengthen US-Rajasthan Ties
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readRajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has appointed Purnima Voria as President of the Rajasthan Foundation’s New York (USA) Chapter. In this role, Voria will represent Rajasthanis across all 50 …
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Town of Leesburg in Virginia Proclaims October as Hindu Heritage Month
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readThe Town of Leesburg, Virginia, has officially proclaimed October 2025 as “Hindu Heritage Month,” at the Town Council meeting on October 28, recognizing the Hindu community’s profound cultural and spiritual …
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AAPI Victory Fund Launches “Civic Playground for Creators” to Empower Digital Storytellers as Agents of Democracy
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readIn an innovative move to engage diverse audiences through authentic storytelling, the AAPI Victory Fund has launched a new initiative titled “Civic Playground for Creators.” The program aims to harness …