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Thousands rally for service at BAPS Charities walk-run

BAPS Charities' 2026 Spirit of Service Walk-Run took place across more than 100 cities, supporting local charities and community organizations.

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- Malvika Choudhary
World Bank hosts Yoga day event in Washington
The event, hosted by India's executive director's office for World Bank and partners, focused on this year's theme of healthy...
- Staff Reporter
United Senior Pariwar of Chicago celebrates 18th anniversary
Consul General Ghosh encouraged senior citizens to remain socially connected and support one another, emphasizing community care as a core...
- Staff Reporter
GOPIO celebrates 20th anniversary with annual gala in Connecticut
The event also recognized distinguished Indian American community leaders for their excellence and achievements

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HAF urges California action on rising anti-Hindu hate

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People

"Cultural discrimination inspired mental health advocacy," says Arkansas teen Siyona Karkera

First Indian American Miss Arkansas Teen USA discusses mental health advocacy, policy work, representation, and expanding awareness for children across Arkansas

Malvika Choudhary

- Ishani Duttagupta
Caltech alumna Sukhada Fadnavis establishes research fellowship to honor her parents
Caltech’s International Student Programs had helped Fadnavis transition from life in India to college in California, starting with a two-week...
- Bhavana P
Arti Ajit Hirani concludes historic term at Florida bar youth wing
Leading with innovation and inclusion, Hirani concluded a year that elevated young lawyers across Florida.
- Pranavi Sharma
UCLA professor honored for rule-breaking chemistry research
Garg’s research focuses on challenging established assumptions in organic chemistry

Entertainment

Vikram Bhatt to helm next part of ‘1920’ franchise, titled ‘1920: Cold Winter’

Vikram Bhatt will direct ‘1920: Cold Winter’, the next installment in the popular horror franchise, alongside producer Anand Pandit.

- IANS
Dhanush, Mammootty's film with Rajkumar Periasamy titled 'Om'
Dhanush and Mammootty's upcoming action drama "Om", directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, releases October 16 and may launch a franchise.
- IANS
Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta's first look from 'Batwara 1947'out: Meet those who lived through it
"Batwara 1947" is expected to be out on Partition Day, August 14, 2026.

‘The India Story’ director: The film highlights one of the most neglected problems in our society
- IANS
The film shines a spotlight on one of India’s most...
New documentary series traces faiths shaping American religious freedom
- Ankita Baidya
The Sikh American scholar and author hosts UNDIVIDED, a documentary...
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Immigration

India reaches FY26 limit in EB-5 Visa category

Indian applicants in the category must wait until the new fiscal year begins on Oct. 1.

India updates rules for foreign nationals' newborns
Rules also require notification if a child later acquires foreign nationality.
U.S. to offer $750 fast-track visa interview option
The new pilot program will allow certain visitor visa applicants to secure interview appointments within 10 days for an additional...

A ticking clock for Green Cards: Charles Foster on EB-5, the September deadline, and the future of immigration

The EB-5 deadline was the sharpest edge of the conversation,...
- Somdatta Basu
US visa delay threatens 2,000 foreign students

The issue surfaced during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on...
- IANS

Food

UK's oldest Indian restaurant takes Crown Estate to court over eviction

Veeraswamy will challenge plans to remove it from its historic Regent Street premises as a legal battle over redevelopment heads to court later this month.

Why this Texas Indian restaurant has few Indian staff
The viral video prompted debate over workplace diversity, hiring practices and authenticity in ethnic restaurants.
Botiwalla opens doors in Raleigh
The Indian street food restaurant is part of the Chai Pani group, whose Asheville flagship won a James Beard Award...
NYC gets new South Asian food spot
The East Village restaurant brings together regional and diaspora food traditions from across South Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean under...