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Indian Americans reflect on America's 250th milestone as celebrations begin

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Capitol hill event sounds call for ‘War-Free World'

U.S. lawmakers and community leaders joined Acharya Lokesh Muni on Capitol Hill to endorse the War-Free World movement promoting peace and nonviolence.

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Sonali Kulkarni discusses parenting with US Marathi Aai Initiative
The discussion focused on parenting challenges, including raising grounded children, navigating social media and maintaining mental and physical well-being.
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Atlanta hosts combined Yoga, Music and Father’s day celebrations
The program featured guided yoga, live musical performances, and talks on community leadership and cultural preservation.
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Chicago seniors receive free cardiac screenings at annual picnic
Bharatiya Seniors of Chicago combined cultural performances, health screenings, games, and community meals at its June 28 gathering.

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U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) hosts IX Leadership Summit

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Chevron India head Akshay Sahni joins USIBC global board

Sahni joins the USIBC global board as the council seeks to deepen bilateral cooperation across key sectors of the economy.

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- Ankita Baidya
Indian-American Duke cardiologists to lead American Heart Association
Patel and Shah will guide the Association's scientific and research leadership through June 2027.
- Ankita Baidya
Sameer Lalwani joins Carnegie Endowment as senior fellow
Lalwani will focus on U.S.-India relations, defense technology and Indo-Pacific security.
- Malvika Choudhary
Sunit patel joins Rice University trustees’ board
Patel, a Rice Distinguished Alumnus, returns to serve the university in its highest leadership role.

Entertainment

Bollywood choreographer Farah Khan to join Oscar voting body

The filmmaker-choreographer is among several Indian film professionals invited to the Academy's 2026 membership.

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G V Prakash's 'Immortal' to hit screens on July 23
G V Prakash and Kayadu Lohar's horror thriller Immortal, featuring romance, mystery and supernatural terror, is set for worldwide release...
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Stealing the Screen: South Asian actors dominating this season’s best shows
We break down the must-watch shows anchoring this season’s television landscape and the breakout South Asian talents rewriting the Hollywood...

Germany's Stuttgart festival spotlights Mollywood cinema
- Pranavi Sharma
Festival will screen more than 70 feature films, documentaries and...
Sold-out DSP concert draws thousands in San Jose
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DSP announced his acting debut in Yellamma, expressing confidence that...
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Immigration

OCI cardholders face new reminder on restricted activities

The Bureau of Immigration also clarified that OCI cardholders require special permits to visit protected and restricted areas.

India launches e-OCI card for overseas Indians
New digital system cuts processing time and eliminates most in-person paperwork for OCI services.
India clarifies rights available to OCI cardholders
Immigration Bureau highlights travel, residency, education, and property rights.

Trump admin proposes higher fees for U.S. citizenship applications

DHS plan would raise naturalization costs and eliminate most fee...
- Ankita Baidya
July 2026 visa bulletin: Major visa retrogression & unavailability for India

U.S. Congress had previously passed legislation that extends the Employment...
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Food

Jersey City gets a new destination for Punjabi cuisine

Inspired by a shared heritage, the restaurant blends regional cuisine, design and storytelling under one roof.

Vikas Khanna invests in New York's Kolkata Chai Co
Khanna partnered with co-investor Jimmy Rizvi through the investment fund, which will also bring the expertise of the Bungalow Hospitality...
Indian mangoes prove a hit in Washington
Premium varieties such as Alphonso, Kesar and Banganapalli enjoy a loyal following among the Indian diaspora and a growing number...
Masters of the kitchen: Leading Indian-American chefs who are rewriting culinary rules
Here’s an inside look at Indian-American chefs blending deep-rooted heritage with modern global techniques.