Indian American and South Asian candidates from the Democratic Party achieved major victories across the United States in the November 4 elections, marking a historic moment for representation and diversity …
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Zohran Mamdani Makes History as New York City’s Next Mayor, Quotes India’s First PM Nehru in His Victory Speech
by Anand Patelby Anand Patel 7 minutes readZohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old NY state assemblymember from Queens, has been elected the 111th mayor of New York City on November 4, 2025. His victory is historic on several counts, …
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Opinion: Optics, Atmospherics and Substance of President Trump in Asia
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 6 minutes readSome believe that by skipping a summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum, American President Donald Trump may have given away the stage to China and its leader, President Xi …
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Opinion: A New Dangerous Race in The Making
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 5 minutes read“I hated to do it, but had no choice! Because of other countries’ testing programs, I have instructed the Department of War to start testing our nuclear weapons on an …
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Indian American Leaders Rally for Voter Engagement at “Diwali Day of Action” in Northern Virginia
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 7 minutes readThe Indian American (IA) Impact and the AAPI Victory Fund came together to host the “Diwali Day of Action” an event focused on civic participation, voter turnout, and community empowerment, …
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Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Commends Banks and Credit Unions for Supporting Federal Workers Amid Shutdown
by SAH Staff Reporter 2 minutes readAs millions of federal employees missed their first full paycheck due to the ongoing government shutdown this week, Indian American Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) has commended several banks and credit …
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Exclusive: Ghazala Hashmi on Education, Equity, and Why Virginia Must Lead with Compassion
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 9 minutes readVirginia State Senator Ghazala Hashmi has built a life rooted in education, equity, and civic duty. An immigrant from Hyderabad, India and a longtime professor of American literature, she made …
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USISPF Diwali Celebration Highlights Strength of Indian American Community and Growing US-India Ties
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readThe US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) hosted its annual Diwali celebration on October 24, 2025, at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., bringing together dignitaries, diplomats, and business …
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Governor Wes Moore Calls Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller a “Human Diwali” at Maryland’s Diwali Celebration
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readMaryland Governor Wes Moore described Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller as a “Human Diwali,” saying she makes the “world brighter wherever she goes.” “We have the best Lieutenant Governor in the …
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White House Says H1B Visa System “Spammed with Fraud,” Defends New Reforms Amid Shutdown and Legal Challenges
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readThe White House has defended recent reforms to the H1B visa system, asserting that the program has been “spammed with fraud” for too long and that the President’s top priority …