Republican nominee John Reid, a former WRVA radio host and veteran broadcaster, is running to become Virginia’s first openly gay Lieutenant Governor. In this wide-ranging conversation with South Asian Herald, on …
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American Hindu Coalition Endorses Virginia Attorney General for Second Term, Praises His Commitment to Merit and Civil Rights
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readThe American Hindu Coalition (AHC) has officially endorsed Virginia Attorney General, Jason Miyares, for a second term in office during a meeting held on October 8, 2025, at the Staybridge …
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Maryland Secretary of Higher Education Commends Global Tamil Diaspora at 12th World Tamils Economic Conference
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readBethesda, Maryland: Maryland Secretary of Higher Education, Sanjay Rai, Ph.D., commended the legacy and contributions of the Tamil diaspora, describing their global role as a “celebration of that spirit” during the …
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USISPF Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Sergio Gor and S. Paul Kapur, Calls It a Boost for US-India Relations
by SAH Staff Reporter 3 minutes readThe US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has congratulated Sergio Gor and S. Paul Kapur on their Senate confirmations as the next US Ambassador to India and Assistant Secretary of State …
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White House Blames Democrats as Federal Shutdown Enters Sixth Day, Warns of Delayed Paychecks for Workers and Troops
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readAs the federal government shutdown entered its sixth day, the White House intensified its criticism of Democrats, accusing them of “playing political games” and warning that millions of federal employees, …
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The Invisible Wave: A Movement for Young Adults with Chronic Conditions
by Swetha Venkataramani 5 minutes readOne in three young adults lives with a chronic health condition, most of them invisible. On October 11, 2025, that hidden struggle will take center stage at a Virginia benefit …
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12th World Tamils Economic Conference in Maryland Highlights Global Tamil Entrepreneurship; State Leaders Commend Diaspora’s Role
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readThe 12th World Tamils Economic Conference, held in Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Maryland, from October 3–5, 2025, brought together policymakers, business leaders, and professionals from across the globe …
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Indian Americans Donate $3 Billion to U.S. Universities, Indiaspora’s Report Finds
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readA new study, “From Students to Benefactors,” released by Indiaspora in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), reveals that Indian Americans have contributed more than $3 billion to U.S. …
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Viksit Bharat Run 2025 Unites Global Indian Diaspora from Perth to Washington and Beyond
by Pooja Bhardwaj 6 minutes readFrom Perth to Washington, London to New York, and Moscow to Sydney, the Indian diaspora came together on September 28 for the Viksit Bharat Run 2025, one of India’s largest-ever …
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World Food Movement Launches in U.S. to Combat Hunger Among Students and Communities
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readIn a major initiative to address hunger and food insecurity in the United States, the World Food Movement (WFM), a not-for-profit organization, officially launched on September 28, 2025, at the …