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Indian American tourist's emotional Indian hospitality video
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Indian-American tourist’s emotional video praising Gujarat resort’s hospitality goes viral

A video shared by an Indian-American guest describing the exceptional care she received while staying at a resort in Gujarat has gone viral, sparking widespread praise online for India’s culture of hospitality and compassion.

Barack Obama releases 2025 favorite music, books and movies
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Barack Obama 2025 favorites list highlights Indian writers and musician

Former US President Barack Obama has shared his 2025 favorites list, featuring books, music, and films, with special attention on Indian-origin writers Anita Desai and Kiran Desai, and Indian-American musician Ganavya.

Pranita Venkatesh: Indian-origin mayor of San Carlos, CA
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Who is Pranita Venkatesh? The Indian-origin leader elected mayor of San Carlos

Pranita Venkatesh, a Fijian-American of Indian descent, has been elected mayor of San Carlos, California, becoming the second Indian-origin mayor in the US after Zohran Mamdani and highlighting the growing political influence of the Indian diaspora.

Raghuraman Kannan NAI Fellow
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Indian-American cancer researcher Raghuraman Kannan named National Academy of Inventors Fellow

Renowned cancer scientist Raghuraman Kannan has been elected a National Academy of Inventors Fellow, recognizing his groundbreaking work in nanotechnology, cancer treatment, and innovation that has led to patents, startups, and real-world medical impact.

9‑year‑old Preesha Chakraborty named among world’s brightest
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9-year-old Indian-American Preesha Chakraborty named among world’s brightest by Johns Hopkins

Preesha Chakraborty, a nine-year-old student from California, has earned global recognition after being named to the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth list of the world’s brightest students for her outstanding performance in advanced academic tests.

Brown University shooting
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Indian American leaders demand gun reform after deadly Brown University shooting

Following a fatal shooting at Brown University that killed two people and injured eight others, prominent Indian American lawmakers and leaders are urging Congress to take decisive action on gun safety, calling the tragedy another preventable chapter in America's gun violence crisis.

Indian-origin woman ICE detention
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Indian-origin woman detained by ICE during green card interview in Long Island

The detention of a 60-year-old Indian-origin woman during her Green Card interview has shocked her family and community in Long Island, raising concerns over immigration enforcement actions against long-term US residents with no criminal record.

US India tariffs
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Indian-American says India 'was unfairly singled out' for tariffs by US

Eminent Indian-American physician and community leader Dr Bharat Barai has warned that recent US tariff measures risk freezing India-US relations, calling for a reversal to restore trust and protect a partnership built over decades.

Diwali UNESCO Cultural Heritage Recognition Event in Houston
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Houston celebrates Diwali's UNESCO cultural heritage recognition

Indian mission hosts diaspora, officials for event marking global honor for the 'Festival of Lights'--Diwali.

US lawmakers say Trump’s H-1B fees and tariffs hurt US firms
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Indian American lawmakers warn Trump’s H1B fee hikes and India tariffs are hurting American companies

At a congressional hearing, US lawmakers criticized President Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs on India and increased H1B visa fees, arguing the measures harm American businesses, weaken people-to-people ties, and undermine the foundations of the US-India strategic partnership.