The reverberations of the unfolding second Trump presidency are being felt across the world. While reactions in the United States are polarized—ranging from exuberant praise to outright despair—Europe, where I …
Opinion
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From IFG 2025 to the Maha Kumbh: How Unexpected Encounters Shape Our Purpose
by Pooja Bhardwaj 5 minutes readAs I settled into the rhythm of everyday life, a survey from Indiaspora landed in my inbox, asking me to recall one serendipitous moment from IFG 2025. I paused—how could …
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Climate’s Missing Link: Earth’s Core as Climate Change Accelerator
by Olga Schmidt, Special to South Asian Herald 8 minutes readThe exponential growth in natural disasters has become impossible to ignore. Record-breaking heat waves, devastating wildfires, increasingly destructive hurricanes – the mounting evidence points to climate disruptions that defy conventional …
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Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025: Odisha Hosts a Historic Celebration of the Indian Diaspora
by A. Persaud, Special to South Asian Herald 6 minutes readThe 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention that took place from January 8-10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marked a historic first for eastern India. The event highlighted the crucial role …
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Building Bridges: How YIPNE Empowers Young Indian Professionals in New England
by Neeharika Munjal, Special to South Asian Herald 7 minutes readWhen I graduated early from Boston University, I will admit it, I felt lost and did not know my purpose. Fortunately, I secured my first full-time job in the healthcare …
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Strengthening Global Ties: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Welcomes Nita Ambani
by Priya Samantby Priya Samant 3 minutes readThis weekend, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Governor Maura Healey extended a warm welcome to Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani, celebrating her extraordinary contributions as …
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Avoiding a Renewed U.S.-India Trade Fight
by Richard M. Rossow, CSIS 5 minutes readPrime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to Washington, shortly after President Trump’s return to office, presents an opportunity to quickly engage on economic priorities. During the first Trump Administration officials from …
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From India to the World: Harvard’s Premier India Conference Returns with a Focus on Global Leadership
by India Conference at Harvard 4 minutes readThe India Conference at Harvard (ICH) is an annual student-run conference recognized globally as a premier forum for discussions on India’s evolving role on the global stage. The upcoming edition …
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Maryland’s Commitment to Disability Services: Strengthening Support, Equity, and Integrity for the Future
by Aruna Millerby Aruna Miller 3 minutes readFrom day one, Gov. Wes Moore and I have been committed to building an administration that uplifts every Marylander, including those with disabilities. And for me, this work is deeply …
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Artificial Intelligence in the Era of Trump 2.0; Navigating the New US-India Relationship
by Rajesh Mehta and Rohan Hundia 6 minutes readDonald Trump’s return to the White House as the 47th President of the United States has sent ripples through global markets—especially across India’s technology and AI sectors. Known for his …