Former Union Minister of India, Smriti Irani, has called on members of the global Indian diaspora to invest in small businesses in India, highlighting their critical role in driving innovation, …
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From Funding Rules to Institutional Control: FCRA Bill Reshapes Civil Society
by R. Suryamurthy 5 minutes readIndia’s proposed overhaul of its foreign funding law is rapidly shaping into more than a compliance exercise—it is emerging as a redesign of how civil society itself is structured, financed …
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Play Review: Marathi Version of Animal Mirrors the Life of Strugglers’ Unfulfilled Dreams
by Rajiv Vijayakar 2 minutes readMahesh V. Manjrekar, noted Hindi and Marathi writer-filmmaker and actor, recently staged the two-act play, Animal, in Hindi. I decided to watch its Marathi version, featuring, not Manjrekar, but noted film …
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Advocates “Absolute Intelligence” to Address Loneliness and Boost Creativity at Indiaspora Forum 2026
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readGlobal humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation, emphasized that what he described as “Absolute Intelligence” can help individuals connect more …
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At Indiaspora Forum 2026, Prominent Voices Emphasize Collaboration, Innovation, and the Power of Giving
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 9 minutes readProminent leaders from across business, philanthropy, science, policy, and the arts shared perspectives exclusively to South Asian Herald at the Indiaspora Forum 2026 in Bengaluru. They highlighted the expanding role of the …
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Beyond Oil: How the West Asia Conflict Is Rewiring India’s Economic Stability
by R. Suryamurthy 5 minutes readThe escalating conflict in West Asia is rapidly emerging as a multi-dimensional economic shock for India, threatening to unsettle currency stability, capital flows, and macroeconomic balances, even as policymakers rely …
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India, Japan Sign ¥275 Billion ($1.7 Billion) ODA Deals for Metro Expansion, Healthcare and Farm Sector Push
by R. Suryamurthy 2 minutes readIndia and Japan on Tuesday firmed up a fresh set of development financing agreements worth nearly ¥276 billion (about $1.7 billion), with funds earmarked for metro rail expansion in two …
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Punjab to Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament, Marking Entry into Global FIH/AHF Event Circuit
by Prabhjot Singh 3 minutes readBetter late than never, Punjab has finally stepped onto the global stage of international hockey hosting. Despite its long-standing and unmatched contribution to the sport, the state has only now …
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Four Rhinos Return to the Wild in Dudhwa, Signaling Revival of Terai Grasslands
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readIn a carefully choreographed operation spanning two days, conservation authorities released four greater one-horned rhinos into the wilds of Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, marking a significant milestone in efforts to rebuild …
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From Khana Khazana to Khana Dil Se, Hansal Mehta Adds AI to the Menu and Returns to a Food Show After 32 years
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readCollective Studios has partnered with True Story Films, founded by filmmaker Hansal Mehta and producer Sahil Saigal, to announce Khana Dil Se—An AI Journey Through India’s Kitchen. The newly-released teaser offers …