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Rupal Thanawala receives Indiana's top civilian honor

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Naperville's AMEC gala honors community leaders, celebrates cultural diversity

The gala presented awards across four segments recognizing achievements in healthcare, business, public service, education, journalism, community leadership and the arts.

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IAGB to host monthlong India Independence Day events
Events across Greater Boston include flag raisings, cultural programs, cricket tournament and student scholarship presentations in August.
- Ishani Duttagupta
Event in Washington celebrates America 250 and important role of Indian Americans
The program featured a distinguished lineup of lawmakers, diplomats, business executives, physicians and spiritual leaders
- Malvika Choudhary
IAPSACT to hold summerfest, cricket tournament on Aug. 9
Annual event will bring together package store owners, suppliers and community leaders from across Connecticut.

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Dev Sangvai to chair NC rural health advisory committee

The North Carolina health secretary will lead a new panel guiding the state's $213 million rural health transformation initiative.

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University of West London confers honorary doctorate on Resham Singh
Singh was recognized for his outstanding leadership, innovation, and role in driving Russell Finex's global expansion, business growth, and long-term...
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Sagnik Dakshit bags Texas Innovator's Award for AI teaching platform
The Virtual Teaching Assistant delivers 24/7, course-specific AI tutoring using instructor-approved materials while helping educators track student progress and comprehension.
- Malvika Choudhary
UPitt Medicine names Satdarshan Monga department chair
Monga is a leading liver researcher whose work has advanced the understanding of liver biology, regeneration and disease.

Entertainment

Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash shine in first trailer of 'Ramayana: Part 1'

Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Ravana, and Ravie Dubey as Lord Lakshman look apt in their parts.

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Karan Johar returns to host ‘The Traitors 2’, to stream from August 13
21 celebrity players will battle for the grand prize and the coveted title.
- AFP
Film recounting bloody Punjab crackdown caught in India's crosshairs
The film, "Satluj", tells the story of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a rights activist allegedly tortured and killed by police in...

Delivering punchline with pouts and power
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The journey of women in Bollywood comedy isn't just about...
TIFF 2026 features Indo-Canadian films Phoolan and Strong Son
- Suresh Nellikode
The Toronto International Film Festival 2026 spotlights Indo-Canadian talent with...
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Immigration

USCIS revises asylum rules to reduce backlog

The new rule lets the agency refer some asylum cases to immigration judges without first conducting an interview.

India extends Australia consular service hours
VFS Global adds Saturday operations to clear backlog after nationwide service disruption.
India eases OCI application document requirements
India revises visa requirements for OCI applicants filing within the country and outlines updated application process.

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
Canada pauses new parent, grandparent immigration sponsorship

The pause on new PGP applications will remain in effect...
- Bhavana P

Food

Indian American turns kitchen idea into spice startup

The Maple Grove-based company aims to make traditional Indian meals easier for everyday home cooks.

Chef Vikas Khanna curates menu for US meal delivery platform
Khanna joins CookUnity alongside acclaimed chefs Rocco DiSpirito and Michael Solomonov, expanding the platform's roster of culinary icons.
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.
RESERVE brings Ayurveda-inspired menu to Cary
The Indian fine dining restaurant's menu is organized around Ayurvedic principles and seasonal ingredients

Global fast-food chains expand menus with Indian-inspired flavors
U.S. links Taco Bell lettuce to diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak

There have been no deaths and 94 hospitalizations related to...
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Padma Lakshmi turns to curd rice as heat grips US

The recipe offers a step-by-step demonstration of one of South...
- Malvika Choudhary
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Vikas Khanna invests in New York's Kolkata Chai Co

Khanna partnered with co-investor Jimmy Rizvi through the investment fund,...
- Pranavi Sharma
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Indian mangoes prove a hit in Washington

Premium varieties such as Alphonso, Kesar and Banganapalli enjoy a...
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Tabla Indian Restaurant launches America 250 feast

The limited-time holiday menu blends Indian flavors with American Independence...
- Malvika Choudhary
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SPORTS NEWS

Sreeshankar leaps to silver in men’s long jump

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India's Murali Sreeshankar won silver in the Commonwealth Games men's long jump with 8.09m, securing India's fifth athletics and para-athletics medal.