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Indian-Origin Emmy Winner to Be Felicitated at Cinema Fest
Indian-origin American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir is set to be recognized at the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF) in Arkansas this October. The Emmy and Peabody Award-winning director will receive the Impact Award during the festival’s 34th edition, which opens on October 10. HSDFF is …
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Indian American Scientists Named 2025 Schmidt Polymaths
Two Indian American researchers, Arvind Murugan and Saad Bhamla, have been named among eight global scientists recognized as 2025 Schmidt Polymaths, an elite program that supports bold interdisciplinary research. Each honoree will receive funding of up to $2.5 million spread over five years, giving them …
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Chicago Hosts Viksit Bharat Run Celebrating Seva and Unity
The Consulate General of India in Chicago, in collaboration with MY Bharat (Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports), the Global Indian Diaspora Foundation, and FIA-Chicago, hosted the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 at Twin Lakes in Palatine, Illinois. The event formed part of the global initiative …
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Oakland’s Janani Ramachandran Seeks 45-Day Data Center Halt
Oakland City Councilmember Janani Ramachandran has called for a 45-day pause on approvals for new data centers, giving city officials time to examine the facilities’ potential environmental and economic effects. Ramachandran, who represents District 4, wants Oakland to review its existing regulations as the number …
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NIH Launches AI Tool to Link Biomedical Research
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has introduced an experimental research tool designed to help scientists better understand how individual biomedical studies connect with the broader body of scientific evidence. Called Linked Discoveries, the new platform was launched on September 24 by the NIH’s National …
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Indian-Origin Leaders Attend Trump-Xi White House Dinner
Five prominent Indian-origin figures were among the guests at a White House state dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump for Chinese President Xi Jinping. The gathering brought together senior government officials, business executives, technology leaders and other high-profile personalities during Xi’s visit to the …
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Indian-Origin Executives Earn Spots on TIME’s 2026 List
Several Indian-origin business leaders have been featured in TIME’s 2026 list of executives recognized for their influence across technology, data and digital innovation. The list highlights professionals working in areas ranging from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to retail technology, financial services and enterprise transformation. Among …
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Indian Scientists Among AGU 2026 Award Recipients
Indian scientists Roxy Mathew Koll and Neelima Satyam have been selected among the recipients of the American Geophysical Union’s 2026 awards, recognizing contributions to research, education and innovation across Earth and space sciences. Koll, a climate scientist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology in …
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8 Indian Americans Named to TIME100 AI 2026
Eight Indian Americans have been recognized on TIME magazine’s 2026 TIME100 AI list, highlighting their influence across artificial intelligence, technology, scientific research, health care, policy and the future of employment. The recognition underscores the growing role of Indian-American professionals in shaping how AI is developed …
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Indian-American Voters Show Strong Midterm Enthusiasm
Indian-American voters are displaying considerable enthusiasm ahead of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, while Democratic candidates have established a notable lead among the community, according to findings from the latest Asian American Voter Survey. The national survey found that 92% of registered Indian-American voters expect …
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Indian-American investor hails Bhagwat’s faith in youth
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat’s visit to New York has sparked conversations about India’s younger generation, the country’s future and the importance of stronger ties between India and the United States. His three-day American visit is part of the organization’s global outreach initiatives marking …
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From nuclear science to Cognizant CEO: Ravi Kumar S
Indian-American technology leader Ravi Kumar S has been named to TIME’s TIME100 AI 2026 list for the second consecutive year, recognizing his influence on enterprise artificial intelligence and the changing relationship between technology and the workforce. As the CEO of Cognizant, Kumar has focused on …
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Indian-American Writer Celebrates Raksha Bandhan Midair
Indian-American writer and youth advocate Sudhanshu Kaushik found an unexpected way to celebrate Raksha Bandhan this year when an Air India flight attendant tied a rakhi around his wrist during a flight. The lighthearted moment, filmed at 30,000 feet, quickly attracted attention online and offered …
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Aravind Srinivas Drives AI Shift With Perplexity
Aravind Srinivas has become a widely recognized figure in the world of artificial intelligence, especially after securing a major partnership between Perplexity AI and telecom giant Bharti Airtel. The deal, which grants 360 million Airtel users free access to Perplexity Pro for a year, has …
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Indian-American Shailesh Jejurikar Named P&G CEO
India-born business leader Shailesh Jejurikar is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), a leading American consumer goods company, starting January 1, 2026. The announcement has drawn praise from across the business community, including from Mahindra Group Chairman Anand …
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Indian Jahnavi Dangeti joins US Titan Space as candidate
Jahnavi Dangeti, a student from Lovely Professional University (LPU), is set to participate as an astronaut candidate in Titan Space Industries’ 2029 orbital mission. Currently pursuing her B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, she will undergo a rigorous three-year training under the ASCAN (Astronaut Candidate) …
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Indian-American Doctors Unite at AAPI’s 43rd Meet
Over a thousand Indian-American medical professionals gathered in Cincinnati, Ohio, from July 24 to 27, 2025, for the 43rd Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly hosted by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI). The landmark event, held at the Cincinnati Marriott and the …
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Indian‑Origin Authors Rewriting American Literary Landscape
Indian‑origin writers in the United States are doing more than just writing—they are mapping new territories of identity, memory, and language. With educational paths that span continents and lives rooted in both familial tradition and personal ambition, these storytellers weave together worlds, giving voice to …
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9 Indian-Origin CEOs Leading Global Powerhouses Today
Across industries and continents, Indian-origin executives are leading some of the world’s most powerful companies, reshaping innovation and strategy at a global scale. These nine leaders have roots in India’s rich academic traditions—ranging from IITs and IIMs to top international universities—and now stand at the …
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Indian Americans Rally Outside Pakistan Consulate in Chicago Over Pahalgam Attack
On April 28, 2025, more than 800 Indian Americans gathered outside the Pakistan Consulate in Chicago to protest the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir. The peaceful demonstration, organized by the U.S.-India Community Foundation and over 25 local organizations, called for justice for the victims and …
