New Jersey State Assembly swore in its first Indian American of Sikh heritage, Balvir Singh, a Democrat who represents the 7th District alongside Assemblywoman Carol Murphy. Assemblyman Singh takes the seat …
South Asia & UN
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UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang Visits India to Strengthen Ties, Explore Innovation
by SAH Staff Reporter 1 minutes readThe President of the 79th UN General Assembly (PGA), Philemon Yang, is visiting India from February 4-7, 2025, highlighting the growing significance of India-UN relations. During his visit, PGA Yang …
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India Earns Spot on the “Honor Roll” of United Nations for 2025
by SAH Staff Reporter 1 minutes readIndia has once again secured a place on the “Honor Roll,” of the United Nations (UN), for fulfilling its regular budget assessment on time and in full. This recognition highlights …
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Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon Wins Grammy for ‘Triveni’; PM Modi, Indian Consulate in NY Extend Congratulations
by SAH Staff Reporter 3 minutes readIndia’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian American vocalist Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon on winning the Grammy Award for Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album for her album Triveni …
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India’s Ambassador to United Nations Welcomes Israel-Gaza Ceasefire, Emphasizes Need for Dialogue and Humanitarian Aid
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readIndia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, has expressed optimism following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Gaza, along with the release of hostages. …
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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 …
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India’s Envoy to the United Nations Calls for Transformative Global Financing Reforms at FfD4 Briefing
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readPermanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, has emphasized the critical role of global partnerships in bridging the North-South divide and advancing sustainable development. On January …
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Pakistan Joins UN Security Council for 8th Term, Pledges Commitment to Peace
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readOn January 2, 2025, Pakistan began its eighth term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2025–26 term. Pakistan will preside over the 15-member …
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World Meditation Day: United Nations Highlights Meditation’s Role in Mental Well-Being and Global Peace
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readGlobally renowned spiritual and humanitarian leader, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar of the Art of Living Foundation emphasized that “Meditation is not a luxury, but it is a necessity” during …
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If you are uncertain about the future of your relationship, just add to the ambiguity. Kathmandu (Nepal) and Beijing perfected that transaction during Nepali Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli’s …