India faces a growing risk of substantial economic fallout as the Israel-Iran conflict intensifies, jeopardizing crucial energy security, vital trade routes, and key commercial interests. The escalating hostilities and rising …
Economy
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi Backs HIRE Act as ITServe Alliance Rallies Lawmaker Support on Capitol Hill
by SAH Staff Reporter 5 minutes readIndian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois) voiced strong support for the High-Skilled Immigration Reform for Employment (HIRE) Act while addressing nearly 200 members of ITServe Alliance who gathered on June …
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South Asia Braces for Economic Shock as Israel-Iran Conflict Deepens
by R. Suryamurthy 7 minutes readThe escalation in the conflict between Israel and Iran, marked by Israeli strikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities and the reported deaths of high-profile Iranian military figures, is sending …
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Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Announces Major Micron Expansion in Manassas with Multi-Billion-Dollar Investment
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readCongressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) has announced a major multi-billion-dollar investment by Micron Technology to expand and modernize its manufacturing facility in Manassas, Virginia. The investment marks a significant boost for …
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Food Security vs Free Trade? India’s U.S. Farm Deal Faces Expert Pushback
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readA critical debate over India’s agricultural trade policy with the United States has escalated, following a government think tank’s proposal for significant tariff reductions on U.S. farm products. An independent …
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In a landmark moment for India’s infrastructure, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge, now officially the world’s tallest railway arch bridge. …
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South Asia’s Recovery Uneven as India Holds Firm, Pakistan and Sri Lanka Struggle
by R. Suryamurthy 6 minutes readSouth Asia is projected to remain the fastest growing emerging market and developing economy region, but its economic prospects are dimming amidst a broader global slowdown. Heightened trade tensions and …
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The World Bank Group (WBG) on June 11, 2025, officially reopened its Global Business Center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s global operations. The …
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SEforALL Reports Highlight Urgent Need for Climate Finance and Resilient Energy in South Asia’s Healthcare Systems
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readSustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), an international organization hosted by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), has released two key knowledge reports covering South Asia: Climate Finance for …
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Guest Column: A Challenging Summit For The G7
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 5 minutes readIn a few days’ time the 51st summit of the Group of Seven will be held in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada that will be the first for Prime Minister Mark Carney. The …