South Asian Herald Founder and Editor-in-Chief T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman was recognized at the U.S. Capitol on May 19, 2026, during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month celebrations, where …
Leadership
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EU Honors Leaders Advancing Transatlantic Relations
by SAH Special Correspondent 4 minutes readThe Delegation of the European Union (EU) to the United States hosted the 5th Annual Transatlantic Bridge Awards at the Residence of EU Ambassador to the U.S. Jovita Neliupšienė, in …
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Rockefeller Foundation Announces Ashvin Dayal as Next COO
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readThe Rockefeller Foundation announced on May 14 that Ashvin Dayal has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO). Dayal, who has been with the Foundation since 2008 and brings decades of …
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The Importance of ‘One Vote’ From Vijay’s Hit Film ‘Sarkar’ to the Defeat of ex-DMK Minister in TN Polls
by UNIby UNI 3 minutes readIn election time, authorities spread the message “Every Vote Counts” or “Your Vote Matters,” stressing the importance of the voter in exercising their democratic right. Still, many people think that …
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Shashi Chopra Awarded Honorary Doctorate at WAU Commencement
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readFounder and President of Global Seva Fund, Shashi Chopra of Virginia, was awarded an Honorary Doctorate at the 111th commencement ceremony of Washington Adventist University, held on May 3, 2026, …
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Expat Airline CEOs in India: Some Fight, Some Exit, Some Leave a Mark
by Mark D Martin 4 minutes readUnder global aviation frameworks led by the International Civil Aviation Organization, alongside regulators such as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, the role of an airline CEO is often formally …
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Noida International Airport has appointed Nitu Samra as its interim chief executive officer, the company said on Friday, following regulatory requirements that airport CEOs in India be Indian nationals. The …
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Indian-Origin Volunteers Among Honorees at Canada’s Volunteer Awards 2025
by Prabhjot Singh 4 minutes readThe Government of Canada has announced the recipients of the 2025 Canada’s Volunteer Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations for their contributions to community service across the country. Volunteers of Indian …
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Srikanth Velamakanni Appointed Nasscom Chair; Kishor Patil Named Vice Chair
by SAH Special Correspondent 2 minutes readNasscom on Thursday appointed Srikanth Velamakanni as its new chairperson, succeeding Sindhu Gangadharan, whose term ends this month. The industry body also elected Kishor Patil, co-founder, CEO and managing director …
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South Asian Leaders Highlight Mentorship and Representation at Impact Summit Panel
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readA panel discussion titled “For our Future: NextGen Leaders in Office” brought together South Asian political leaders to reflect on their journeys in public service, focusing on overcoming generational and …