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The Next Dalai Lama: A Child of Faith or a Pawn of Power?
In a move set to escalate tensions with Beijing, the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, has firmly declared that his successor will be chosen by the India-based Gaden Phodrang Trust…
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Universities Gear Up for $160 Billion Fintech Future with Crypto Programs
India's higher education landscape is undergoing a strategic shift, as academic institutions across the country actively embrace crypto literacy and digital finance education. Once considered a fringe interest, cryptocurrencies and…
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Dhun Brings Back the Musical Trio of Mohit Suri, Mithoon, and Arijit Singh
The musical trio of Arijit Singh, Mithoon, and director Mohit Suri, who have created chartbusters in Hindi film music including Tum hi ho from Aashiqui 2, are back for the film Saiyaara’s next song, Dhun,…
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Secretary Marco Rubio Welcomes Quad Foreign Ministers in DC for High-Level Diplomatic Talks
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted his counterparts from the Quad, Indian Foreign Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, and Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, for…
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Indian American Physician Dr. Tina Shah Launches Congressional Bid in New Jersey’s 7th District
Westfield, NJ — Indian American physician Dr. Tina Shah has announced her candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, vowing to challenge entrenched political…
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“The World’s Happiest Man” Premieres at NAIFF 2025; Festival Bridges Cultures Through Global Cinema
The U.S. premiere of the feature film “The World’s Happiest Man” and a red-carpet event featuring directors, actors, and special guests were held on June 28, 2025, at the AFI…
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Madhu S Dutta Launches Her Own Brand Consultancy: HOUSE OF MSD
After more than two decades of shaping some of India’s most iconic brands, Madhu S Dutta is stepping into the entrepreneurial spotlight with the launch of her independent venture, HOUSE…
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South Asian Business Council of Virginia Hosts Networking and Investor Meetup in Ashburn
The South Asian Business Council of Virginia (SABCVA) hosted a “Business Networking & Investor Meetup” on June 27, 2025, at Biryani Grill in Ashburn, Virginia. The event brought together approximately…
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Cash to Crypto? U.S. Remittance Tax Fuels Fintech Innovation and Informal Risks
The proposed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1) in the U.S. Congress remains a focal point of intense debate, particularly regarding its evolving provisions on a tax on remittances.…
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DLGA Commits $1 Million to Ghazala Hashmi’s Virginia Lt. Governor Campaign
The Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association (DLGA) has announced an initial investment of $1 million to support Indian American State Senator Ghazala Hashmi’s campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. The announcement…
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FIA Unveils Grand Plans for 43rd India Day Parade in NYC
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-NY-NJ-CT-NE) hosted a curtain-raiser for the 43rd India Day Parade, scheduled for August 17, 2025, in New York City. The event, held on June 27…
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S. Jaishankar to Attend Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Washington DC, Inaugurate Anti-Terror Exhibition at UN
At the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar will undertake an official visit to the United States from June 30 to July 2,…
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NCAIA Hosts First Asian Business Summit and Congressional Awards at U.S. Capitol
The National Council of Asian Indian Associations (NCAIA) hosted its inaugural Asian Business Summit and Congressional Awards – 2025 on June 26 at the Rayburn House Office Building at the…
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FIH Junior World Cup 2025: India and Pakistan in Pool B
Traditional rivals and neighbors India and Pakistan find themselves pitted against each other in the FIH Junior World Cup Hockey Tournament to be played in Madurai and Chennai from November…
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Balancing the Ballot and the Budget: States Face Fiscal Strain as Welfare Spend Soars
Indian states are set to maintain high levels of social welfare spending this fiscal year, with expenditures projected at roughly 2 per cent of their Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP),…
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Living With Pain: Millions of Older Indians Suffer in Silence as Healthcare Gaps Persist
For millions of Indians aged 45 and above, chronic joint pain isn't just a minor discomfort; it's a constant, debilitating reality that impacts their daily lives, often without the benefit…