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India’s global rise and U.S. ties take center stage at Stanford conference

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Akshaya Patra Michigan hosts Music for Meals

The event aimed to raise awareness and support for Akshaya Patra’s mission of ensuring that children are not deprived of education because of hunger.

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Indian diaspora celebrates Maharashtra, Gujarat Day in Houston
The event brought together cultural and community organisations representing two of India’s most economically significant states.
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Sewa conference focuses on collective action and social impact
The organization highlighted growth in its nationwide outreach programs, student initiatives and volunteer engagement during the two-day gathering.
- Staff Reporter
INANY celebrates Nurses Day at NY Kerala Center
Led by INANY President Shlya Roshin, the event was attended by nurses, healthcare professionals and other community members.

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Indian-origin CMU researchers win top U.S. honors

The awards recognize advances in data center systems, semiconductor design and energy-efficient computing research.

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Purdue appoints IIT Kharagpur alumnus Kaustav Bera to faculty
The university said his research could contribute to new approaches in drug discovery and regenerative medicine.
- Malvika Choudhary
Anil Kochhar clears loans of 176 college graduates
Kochhar said the initiative honoured his father, who travelled from Punjab to study textiles at NC State in 1946.
- Staff Reporter
Researcher Nikhil Seshadri named 2026 Hertz Fellow
He earned a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University with a double concentration in chemistry and physics.

Entertainment

Trailer drops for Mindy Kaling’s ‘Not Suitable for Work’

The comedy series follows five ambitious young professionals navigating careers, friendships and romance in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood.

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Nick Jonas says Priyanka Chopra is the ‘wind beneath his wings’ in Mother’s Day note
Nick also shared a social media story dedicated to Priyanka’s mother, Madhu Chopra.
- IANS
Kalyani Priyadarshan on her Cannes debut: I just want to enjoy the whole experience
Kalyani pointed out the growing influence of Indian cinema on the global level.

Alizha Khan's ‘Texas Jaanu’ explores relationships through indie filmmaking
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The film screened at a South Asian film festival in...
Disha Patani calls working on The Portal of Force both 'thrilling & terrifying'
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The preview shows Disha as Jessica, the emotional and narrative...
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Immigration

US bans visas for 13 persons associated with Indian firm

KS International Traders, its owner, identified as Khizar Mohammad Iqbal Shaikh, and Sadiq Abbas Habib Sayyed, both Indian nationals, were placed under United States Treasury Department sanctions

U.S. warns of passport revocations over child support debt
The policy applies to Americans owing more than $2,500 in unpaid child support under federal law.
AAG Dhillon links parents’ migration to India’s 1970s policies
Dhillon highlighted her immigrant journey during the Sea to Shining Sea gala held on Ellis Island.

May 2026 Visa Bulletin: USCIS reverts back to using final action dates for employment-based adjustment of status chart

On the other hand, USCIS has decided to continue to...
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U.S. Mission in India urges travelers to fill electronic arrival form

It also urged U.S. citizens to enroll in the Smart...
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Food

Malai Marke launches new tandoori menu in New York

Restaurant introduces curated grills, blending traditional tandoor techniques with contemporary approach

Tandoori Pizza expands to three new Bay Area locations
The brand is also eyeing Arizona for next growth phase
“Apna time aa gaya” Vikas Khanna on TIME 100 recognition
He said the recognition turns a once-derogatory “curry boy” label into a marker of global influence.
Indian barbecue eatery 'Choolaah' to open in Nebraska Union
Choolaah Indian BBQ to debut at University of Nebraska–Lincoln, bringing customizable Indian flavors to campus dining