New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has announced Priya Jain as her nominee for Commissioner of the Department of Transportation. Jain is a civil engineer and business professional with extensive experience …
Leadership
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Deccan Centre for International Relations Launched in Chennai to Focus on South India’s Global Engagement
by SAH Special Correspondent 4 minutes readThe Deccan Centre for International Relations (Deccan Centre), an independent think tank under the Institute for Financial Management and Research (IFMR), was formally inaugurated on January 30, 2026, at the …
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India Reaffirms Two-State Solution, Highlights Gaza Reconstruction and Situations in Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen at UNSC
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readPermanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, reaffirmed that India has consistently supported a “sovereign, independent, viable” Palestine, living side by side in “peace and security” …
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Amit Kumar Sharma Joins American Red Cross Board in Washington DC
by SAH Special Correspondent 2 minutes readWhat motivated you to join the board of the American Red Cross, Washington DC chapter? My motivation is rooted in service at scale. The American Red Cross operates at the …
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IMF Mission Reviews Economic Impact of Cyclone Ditwah, Discusses Recovery Support with Sri Lankan Authorities
by SAH Special Correspondent 2 minutes readAn International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by the IMF’s Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, Evan Papageorgiou, visited Colombo from January 22 to 28 to assess the impact of Cyclone …
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi Launches Illinois “Affordability Tour” Highlights Impact of Rising Costs and Federal Cuts
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readIndian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) launched his Illinois “affordability tour” on January 27, making stops across the state to spotlight how “rising costs and federal funding cuts” are affecting …
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India’s 77th Republic Day Celebrated in Washington State with Senate Resolution and Official Receptions
by SAH Staff Reporter 5 minutes readThe 77th Republic Day of India was commemorated in Olympia, Washington, with the adoption of a special resolution, SR-8674, by the Washington State Senate. “The resolution acknowledged India’s strong traditions …
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At UN Security Council, India Defends Operation Sindoor, Rejects Pakistan’s Claims, Calls for Stronger Rule of Law and UN Reforms
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readPermanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, has stated that India’s actions during Operation Sindoor were “measured, non-escalatory, and responsible,” and were focused on “dismantling the …
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IAGB’s Republic Day Mela 2026 Draws Thousands in New England, Celebrates Indian Culture and Community
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB) announced the successful completion of its Republic Day Mela 2026, held on January 24 at Burlington High School, in Burlington, Massachusetts. Organized under …
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International Interfaith Conference on Capitol Hill Highlights Role of Spiritual Diplomacy in Advancing Global Peace
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readThe International Interfaith Conference, held under the title “The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats,” underscored the role of faith-based diplomacy in promoting unity, justice, and peace, on January 22, 2026, at …