The Boston chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs, TiE, announced June 11, 2025, that its TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) Academy has been awarded a three-year grant totaling $105,000 from the Cummings …
South Asia & US
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Food Security vs Free Trade? India’s U.S. Farm Deal Faces Expert Pushback
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readA critical debate over India’s agricultural trade policy with the United States has escalated, following a government think tank’s proposal for significant tariff reductions on U.S. farm products. An independent …
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A pall of grief has settled over Ahmedabad and indeed, the world, following the catastrophic crash of Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, shortly after takeoff from Sardar …
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In a landmark moment for India’s infrastructure, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge, now officially the world’s tallest railway arch bridge. …
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No Tax in India on Offshore Training: Tribunal Backs Ethiopian Airlines in $204,000 FTS Dispute
by R. Suryamurthy 2 minutes readIndia’s Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Delhi has ruled that receipts earned by Ethiopian Airlines Group from providing flight simulator services are not subject to tax as “Fees for …
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Over 45,000 People Participate in 100 BAPS Charities Walks Across the United States
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readIn a powerful display of community unity and service, more than 45,000 Americans across 100 cities participated in the annual BAPS Charities Walk-Run this past weekend, turning local streets into …
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Indian Cultural Association Hosts Saree Walk to Celebrate Heritage and Raise Awareness on Hunger
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readThe Indian Cultural Association (ICA) hosted a “vibrant and inspiring” Saree Walk on June 8, 2025, in Columbia, Maryland, uniting community members in a celebration of tradition, identity, and cultural …
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South Asia’s Recovery Uneven as India Holds Firm, Pakistan and Sri Lanka Struggle
by R. Suryamurthy 6 minutes readSouth Asia is projected to remain the fastest growing emerging market and developing economy region, but its economic prospects are dimming amidst a broader global slowdown. Heightened trade tensions and …
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The World Bank Group (WBG) on June 11, 2025, officially reopened its Global Business Center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s global operations. The …
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Sri Lanka Army Chief Briefed on ‘Operation Sindoor’ During India Visit to Boost Military Ties
by R. Suryamurthy 3 minutes readLieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, began a four-day official visit to India on June 11, 2025, with a sharp focus on strengthening bilateral defense …