The Nepal-America International Film Festival (NAIFF) of Maryland, presented annually by the Nepal America Film Society, has unveiled the official lineup for its 2025 edition. Scheduled to run from June …
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VA-11 Congressional Candidate Amy Roma Pushes for Stronger US-South Asia Partnerships
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readDemocratic candidate Amy Roma, running in the special election for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District to fill the vacancy left by the late Congressman Gerry Connolly, underscored the importance of deepening …
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Guest Column: Vagaries of War and Diplomacy
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 4 minutes readAfter being at each other’s throats for about two weeks, the gunfire and missiles are supposedly falling silent in the Middle East with Iran and Israel agreeing to a ceasefire, …
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Air Disasters-1: Air India Tragedy Renews Global Scrutiny on Aviation Safety
by Prabhjot Singh 6 minutes readAir disasters are catastrophic, each one unfolding a unique horror story that leaves victims, aviation experts, and the general public grappling with the same haunting question: could it have been …
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First-Ever Direct Shipment of Maldah Mangoes from Bihar Arrives in New York
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe first-ever direct shipment of “Maldah” mangoes, also known as “Langra,” from Bhagalpur, Bihar, has successfully arrived in New York City. This historic milestone was achieved through a coordinated initiative …
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Slated to open in July 2025, Layered., a new brunch and café concept from the owners of Chateau de Chantilly, represents a “significant step in the revitalization of a long-vacant …
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India’s Seattle Consulate Leads Multi-City International Yoga Day Celebrations Across U.S. Pacific Northwest
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe Consulate General of India in Seattle hosted multi-city celebrations marking the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, 2025, with events held across 14 cities in eight …
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Sunlight to Fuel: Indian Breakthrough in Green Hydrogen Heralds Clean Energy Future
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readIndian scientists have developed a next-generation device capable of producing green hydrogen by splitting water molecules using only solar energy and earth-abundant materials. This innovation holds immense promise for decarbonizing …
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OFBJP-USA and Community Organizations Hold Candlelight Vigil in Schaumburg, IL for Victims of Ahmedabad Plane Crash
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readHundreds of Indian American community members gathered on June 18, 2025, at the National India Hub in Schaumburg, Illinois, to honor the victims of the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash, which …
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India’s Yoga Diplomacy Gets a Visa Boost as Global Wellness Market Grows
by R. Suryamurthy 4 minutes readOn June 21, 2025, India grandly celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IYD), showcasing not only the ancient practice’s profound benefits but also a strategic move to position the …