Category Archive for: ‘NRI News’
Indian American Leads NASA Operations And Lunar Missions
Amit Kshatriya’s journey from watching rocket launches as a child in Houston to becoming a key leader at NASA reflects a remarkable career in space exploration. Now serving as Associate Administrator, he holds one of the highest civilian roles at the agency, overseeing operations and …
Read MoreSouthern California Celebrates Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti Event
A large scale cultural gathering in Southern California marked Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti with vibrant celebrations, bringing together hundreds of attendees. Hosted by Shivaji Maharaj America Parivar, the event transformed Kennedy High School into a lively venue filled with music, performances, and community spirit, honouring Chhatrapati …
Read MoreDr Manu Vora Wins Prestigious US Leadership Award
Dr Manu K. Vora, an Indian American nonprofit leader, has been honoured with a prestigious leadership award in the United States, recognising his long standing contribution to social impact and organisational excellence. The recognition was presented by the Foundation for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality …
Read MoreDelaware Honors Sadhguru For Global Humanitarian Work
The Governor of Delaware has officially recognised Sadhguru for his global contributions as a spiritual leader, humanitarian, author, and environmental advocate. The proclamation, signed by Governor Matthew Meyer on April 15, highlights Sadhguru’s influence in inspiring millions worldwide through teachings rooted in yogic sciences adapted …
Read MoreIndian American Scientist Wins Harrington Prize 2026
Indian American physician-scientist Dr Arul Chinnaiyan has been jointly awarded the 13th Harrington Prize for Innovation in Medicine, alongside Dr Charles L Sawyers, in recognition of their groundbreaking contributions to prostate cancer research and precision oncology. The award highlights their transformative work that has reshaped …
Read MoreSeven Indian American Women Make Barron’s List
Seven Indian American women have been featured in Barron’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance, highlighting their growing leadership presence in top global financial institutions. The recognition reflects their influential roles in banking, asset management, and investment strategy across major …
Read MoreIndian American Nithya Raman Challenges LA Mayor Bass
Indian American politician Nithya Raman has emerged as a key challenger in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race, positioning herself as a strong contender against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. A recent UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies poll, co-sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, shows …
Read MoreIndian American Leads Record IPL Royals Buyout
In a landmark moment for global cricket and sports investment, Indian American entrepreneur Kal Somani is leading a US-based consortium that has agreed to acquire the Rajasthan Royals franchise in a deal valued at 1.63 billion dollars. The transaction is set to become the most …
Read MoreErvad Zarrir Bhandara honoured for 600 blood donations
Indian American philanthropist Ervad Zarrir Bhandara was honored at the Jamshedi Navroze celebrations held by the Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) in Los Angeles, where he was recognized for his decades-long humanitarian service and record-setting blood donations. The Consul General of India in Los Angeles, …
Read MoreMonank Patel Named USA Captain for T20 WC
Monank Patel has been appointed captain of the USA cricket team for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, set to take place in India and Sri Lanka. Ten key players from the team’s debut 2024 campaign, which featured a notable Super 8 stage finish and …
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