The Embassy of India in Washington DC, in association with the International Hindi Association Washington DC Chapter, will celebrate Vishwa Hindi Divas 2026 on January 11, 2026. As part of …
Children & Students Corner
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World Food Movement Expands Student Feeding Program to Washington, D.C. Region, Launches Weekend Meal Kits in Fairfax County
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readWorld Food Movement (WFM), a US-based nonprofit dedicated to “alleviating food insecurity” among students and communities, has announced the expansion of its feeding mission to the Washington, D.C. region, beginning …
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South Asian Business Council of Virginia Hosts Holiday Reception, Outlines 2026 Initiatives
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe South Asian Business Council of Virginia (SABCVA) hosted its Holiday Party on December 20, 2025, in Leesburg, Virginia, bringing together community leaders, professionals, and Advisory Committee advisors to reflect …
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A Decade of Defining the Future: IITBAA Charts the Next Chapter as IIT Turns 75
by Rajesh Mehta and Rao Charagondla 6 minutes read2026 is a momentous occasion for the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) community – it is the 10th anniversary of the IIT Bay Area Alumni Association (IITBAA) as well as …
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How Nature and Nurture Shape Identity in South Asian Communities
by Rutvi Dhuliaby Rutvi Dhulia 3 minutes readAs the world continues to evolve, the human mind and behavior remain fascinatingly predictable and constant. Whether it’s the personality we show at family gatherings or the small dimple on …
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Babson College Appoints Indian American Poonam Arora as Dean of Undergraduate School
by Alisha Zaidiby Alisha Zaidi 2 minutes readBabson College in Massachusetts has announced the appointment of Indian American academic and corporate leader Poonam Arora as the new dean of its Undergraduate School. “Dr. Arora brings a wealth …
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UC Berkeley Becomes First U.S. University to Recognize Hindu Heritage Month
by SAH Special Correspondent 3 minutes readIn a first-of-its-kind move, the University of California, Berkeley’s Student Senate has approved a Hindu Heritage Month proclamation, making UC Berkeley the first university in the United States to formally …
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New Social Media Vetting Rules Spark Major Travel and Processing Delay Concerns for H-1B/H-4 Workers
by Anantha Paruthipattu, Special to South Asian Herald 3 minutes readState Department Expands Social Media Screening to H-1B/H-4 Applicants A new December 15, 2025, policy change by the U.S. State Department is expected to complicate international travel plans for thousands …
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India Launches National Online Contests Ahead of Republic Day 2026 to Engage Citizens
by SAH Staff Reporter 1 minutes readAs India prepares to commemorate Republic Day 2026, the Ministry of Defense, in partnership with MyGov, has invited citizens to take part in what officials describe as a “vibrant series …
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How Saree Goes Global Became a Cultural Movement: Uma Global President Shares Insights and Impact
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readIn this exclusive interview with South Asian Herald, Uma Global President, Rita Kakati-Shah shares insights into Saree Goes Global 2025, the international movement celebrating the saree as a symbol of heritage, …