From running trillion-dollar tech empires to revolutionizing healthcare, Indian Americans have transformed the US into a more innovative, inclusive and globally connected nation. Their absence would leave a massive void across America’s economy, technology, and cultural landscape.
39-year-old Mehul Goswami from Latham, New York, has been arrested for allegedly working a second, full-time job while being paid by the state government. Authorities say he stole over USD 50,000 through this dual employment scheme.
President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali at the White House, lighting a traditional oil lamp and greeting the Indian-American community. The event drew laughter as Trump stumbled over Indian names.
As US lawmakers call for a review of tariffs and visa policies, Shashi Tharoor's remarks questioning Indian Americans' advocacy role reignite debate: are diaspora voices underperforming, or have they long been driving bilateral engagement?
The arrest of Indian-American strategist Ashley J. Tellis by the FBI for allegedly keeping classified defense documents has sparked a political storm in India, with parties divided over his legacy, loyalties, and past criticism of the Modi government.
Indian Americans have become a symbol of success in the US, dominating top fields like medicine and technology and engineering and professional excellence.
Rakesh Malhotra, founder of The Global Indian Diaspora Foundation, urged Indian Americans to strengthen the India-US bond by engaging in civic life, countering misinformation, and balancing pride in India's growth with loyalty to American values.
Florida councilman Chandler Langevin sparked outrage after claiming Indians in the US 'only care about enriching India'. Senator Rick Scott and other leaders condemned his racost remarks, calling them hateful, ignorant, and un-American. The council has voted for his removal.