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Discovering the Pacific Northwest Gem: Portland, Oregon
This summer, we set out to explore a perfect blend of urban culture and natural beauty in the Pacific Northwest gem—Portland, Oregon. Often called the “City of Bridges,” Portland is…
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“GANDHI – Mantras Of Compassion” by Padma Shri Ricky Kej and Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi Set to Release on July 14
In a transcendent blend of sonic artistry and a collective call for compassion, Padma Shri Awardee and three-time GRAMMY® Award winner Ricky Kej, GRAMMY® and BRIT Award-nominated cellist Tina Guo,…
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Senator John Liu Calls Asian American Turnout in NYC Mayoral Primary ‘Historic’
New York State Senator John Liu has highlighted the “historic” voter turnout among Asian American New Yorkers in the June 24 Democratic primary, where Indian American Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani secured…
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Senator Ghazala Hashmi Backs Lawsuit Against Youngkin Administration Over University Board Appointments
Indian American Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia and State Senator, Ghazala Hashmi (D-Richmond) issued a statement on June 24, 2025, expressing her full support for the lawsuit filed…
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Air Disasters-3: Opinions, Expert Comments, and Versions Galore, But Who Will Pinpoint the Real Cause?
Disasters can only be minimized but not eliminated. If to err is human, machines have their limitations. A minor snag can clog the machine, leading to disastrous results. And then…
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Gurtej Singh Brar Elected to the Alberta Assembly
Journalist-turned-politician Gurtej Singh Brar is the latest addition to a list of successful members of the Punjabi Diaspora who have made waves in Canadian politics. In the just-concluded three by-elections…
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Zohran Mamdani Wins Democratic Nomination for NYC Mayor, Defeating Former NY Governor Cuomo
Indian-origin New York State Assemblymember and Democratic socialist Zohran Kwame Mamdani was declared the Democratic nominee for Mayor of New York City on June 24, 2025. Born in Uganda and…
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VA-11 Congressional Candidate Amy Roma Pushes for Stronger US-South Asia Partnerships
Democratic 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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Air Disasters-2: When is “Orange” Black?
After the bombing of Air India flight AI-182 (Toronto–Delhi) on June 23, 1983, news agencies covering the worst air disaster in history, while quoting aviation experts, started screaming about the…
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BAPS Charities Hosts Inaugural Healthcare Professionals Conference in Houston with Over 1,150 Attendees
The inaugural BAPS Charities Healthcare Professionals Conference (HPC25), held from June 12-15, 2025, in Houston, Texas, brought together more than 1,150 participants representing over 30 medical and allied health disciplines.…
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Guest Column: Vagaries of War and Diplomacy
After 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
Air 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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Global Tributes Mark 40th Anniversary of Air India Flight 182 Bombing
With tears dried and emotions running high, relatives and friends of the victims of the Air India Flight 182 disaster gathered at various venues in Canada, Ireland, and India on…
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First-Ever Direct Shipment of Maldah Mangoes from Bihar Arrives in New York
The 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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India’s Seattle Consulate Leads Multi-City International Yoga Day Celebrations Across U.S. Pacific Northwest
The 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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Australia Celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga with Over 55 Events Nationwide
Across Australia, from Parliament House in Canberra to suburban community halls in Perth, over 55 events were held to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21,…