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L.A. mayoral race: Raman claims ouster as housing chair is political retaliation

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Padma Shri Stephen Knapp asks youth to explore India's heritage

Knapp was recognized by MICS for his decades-long commitment to promoting awareness and understanding of India's spiritual traditions, Vedic philosophy and cultural heritage across the world through his books, lectures, educational outreach and research.

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LA Supervisor Janice Hahn sponsors India Day celebration in Artesia
Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Consul General of India in Los Angeles, will attend the event as Chief Guest.
- Bhavana P
Open Atlas Summit returns to Silicon Valley on Aug. 21
This year’s summit will be held at India Community Center in Milpitas.
- Staff Reporter
Texas dancers unite for Krishna, Vande Mataram celebration
The event, to be held at Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre on Aug. 22, 2026, will bring to life the enchanting...

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CEO Clubs Network hosts America 250 celebration in Washington DC

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Anil Menon set for second ISS spacewalk Aug. 18

The upcoming spacewalk follows the most recent excursion on Aug. 6, when Menon and Meir spent six hours and 27 minutes working on the station's power system.

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Indian theoretical physicist awarded prestigious 2026 Dirac Medal
Dhar received his PhD at the California Institute of Technology.
- Pranavi Sharma
Easha Anand elected to American Law Institute
Anand is also known for her work on Supreme Court practice and procedure, civil rights and prisoners' rights.
- Ishani Duttagupta
Satheesh Kathula receives award at American Telugu convention
The award recognizes Kathula for his work in oncology, medical education, public health, and patient care.

Entertainment

Neena Gupta, Sumeet Vyas team up for ‘Chumbak’, show to drop on August 28

The show promises to bring back the kind of neighbourhood where front doors were always open, and the neighbours never needed an appointment.

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Priyanka Chopra teaches Durga Saptashati mantras to daughter Malti
Priyanka Chopra shared a video teaching daughter Malti Durga Saptashati mantras, offering fans a glimpse of their mother-daughter bond.
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'Spider-Man' breaks record for domestic box office debut
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" broke the domestic opening weekend record, earning $360 million across the United States and Canada.

Arjun Das, Aditi Shankar-starrer 'Once More' to hit screens on August 28
- IANS
The film has been produced by Yuvaraj Ganesan under the...
Suriya: 'Vishwanath & Sons' will be another new identity for me
- IANS
Suriya said Vishwanath & Sons will give him a new...
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Immigration

India-born man faces US citizenship revocation over fake identity

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, a naturalized U.S. citizen's citizenship may be revoked and a certificate of naturalization canceled if the naturalization was illegally procured or procured by concealment of a material fact or by willful misrepresentation.

U.S. govt to expand vetting of social media for visa applicants
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reposted an article on Aug. 6 on X by the Daily Signal that said...
August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Further visa retrogression and unavailability for India
U.S. Congress had previously passed legislation that extends the Employment Fourth Preference Certain Religious Workers (SR) category to September 30,...

US bill revives green card pathway for H-1B visa holders

The measure would cover Dreamers, Temporary Protected Status holders, essential...
- IANS
What this summer’s Supreme Court rulings mean for Indians in America

For the Indian community, this summer's rulings send a mixed...
- Sheetal A. Patel

Food

CGI Inaugurates Shree Krishna Vada Pav in Manchester

The new restaurant brings authentic Indian vegetarian street food to Manchester.

Bihar’s Makhana gains global recognition as first sea shipment reaches Canada
India exported Bihar’s first seven-metric-tonne sea shipment of Makhana to Canada, boosting farmers’ incomes and expanding global market recognition.
Indian restaurant Mona opens in Downtown New Rochelle
The new venture from the family behind Shirley's India expands Indian dining in the city.
Indian American turns kitchen idea into spice startup
The Maple Grove-based company aims to make traditional Indian meals easier for everyday home cooks.