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MIT adds Anantha Chandrakasan to ‘Committed to Caring’ cohort

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Pravasi Day 2026

The day marks Mahatma Gandhi's return to India from South Africa in 1915, a moment kicking off a new phase of India's independence struggle, ushered in by a 'Pravasi Bharatiya' returning home.

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- Rwittika Chakraborty
Fundraiser held for Raj Goyle, NY Comptroller candidate
The event exceeded its fundraising goal, raising more than $7,000.
- Rwittika Chakraborty
Chicago's South Asian Community celebrated 2026 in Desi Style
This sold-out event included families, friends, and revelers from Chicago's South Asian diaspora.
- Rwittika Chakraborty
Shankar Mahadevan launches Indian diaspora magazine, Pravasi Samwad
Pravasi Samwad looks to establish itself as a credible and unifying voice for the Indian diaspora all across the globe.

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Kiwi Adithya Ashok faces India in Vadodara

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Westchester County Board appoints Anant Nambiar

Anant Nambiar will represent District 7, covering Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Rye, and parts of Harrison.

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Priyanka Choudhari recognized for podcast’s social impact
In her podcast, Choudhari shares success stories, ranging from new immigrants to established leaders.
- Anushka Pathak
Penn State Smeal adds Amit Bansal to supply chain board
He was appointed as a board member alongside Scott Andrews, Travis Byers, and Kerry McCarthy.
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Indian American investor among top MAGA Inc. donors
The filings, which list contributors of $100,000 or more, show Jadeja reported a $5 million contribution from California in November...

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ZEE5 Global unveils true crime docu-series ‘Honeymoon Se Hatya’

The series involves the exploration of real-life cases where wives killed their husbands.

- Malvika Choudhary
‘Dhurandhar’ becomes India’s highest-grossing Hindi film
Makers say the Ranveer Singh–led film has crossed $91 million in India, setting a new single-language box office record.
- Malvika Choudhary
Netflix renews ‘Single Papa’ for second season
The series spent two weeks on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English TV Shows list and reached the No. 1 position...

From 'Emily in Paris 6' to 'Bridgerton 4': Netflix reveals 2026 slate
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The year promises new seasons of many of Netflix hits...
Vijay Sethupathi releases fun-filled trailer of Priya Bhavani Shankar's 'Hot Spot 2'
- IANS
The film also features M. S. Baaskar, Bhavani Sre, Brigida...
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Australia flags India as high-risk student visa market

India, along with Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan joins Pakistan at Assessment Level 3, prompting increased scrutiny and higher approval standards.

U.S. Embassy warns students of visa revocations over legal violations
The advisory has been issued as Indian enrollments stay high but new visas and arrivals decline.
Fewer Indian student admissions hurt U.S. money, influence: Zakaria
Zakaria argues that Indian students' immigration to the U.S. has seen a 50 percent decline.

The model minority myth—and how Indian Americans internalize it

The model minority myth endures because it is institutionally convenient...
- Manvi Pant
January 2026 Visa Bulletin: Visa dates show signs of advancement in some categories

For January 2026, USCIS has decided to continue to use...
- Clement C. Chang Esq

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Chef Kunal Kapur on social media food trends: No food is inherently unhealthy

Kapur attributed unhealthy outcomes largely to lifestyle choices.

'Vikas Khanna's NY Bunglow feeds your soul', says overjoyed fan
An Indian origin woman living in Canada shared her experience at the celebrity chef's New York restaurant, Bunglow.
From Ghevar-like Dhokla to Yogurt Chaat with strawberries: Indienne shines bright
Instagram content creator Anushk Sharma shared a heartfelt review of the Michelin starred Indian restaurant in Chicago.
Jashan opens in Dallas spotlighting India’s royal culinary heritage
The menu draws from Lucknow’s narrow lanes, Delhi’s Mughal-era durbars, Hyderabad’s Nizami kitchens and the coastal food cultures of Tamil...

Makhana prices double in U.S. as Indian exporters find alternate markets: Report
Godavari opens 43rd outlet in Jersey City

The new Newark Avenue outlet expands South Indian dining options...
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Legendary chef leaves lasting impression in Dallas-Fort Worth

Chef came to Dallas on a very short visit over...
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Indian eatery Tikka Shack opens in Easton

The fast-casual Indian chain expands with a growing U.S. footprint...
- Anushka Pathak
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IPL fever meets flavor as Indian Food League launches in Irving

The rebranded restaurant features team-themed visuals and a stadium-style atmosphere...
- Anushka Pathak
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Sigri Indian BBQ to host franchise open house in New Brunswick

Attendees will receive a tour of the kitchen, observe operational...
- Anushka Pathak
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Sjoerd Marijne returns as chief coach of Indian...

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Marijne's first big challenge as chief coach will be the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad.

Tamil Nadu native returns as New Zealand’s spin weapon

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The ODI series is a golden opportunity for young Adithya...

Uncle Sam loses a citizen, India gains a double centurion

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Born in Madison, Wisconsin, Rao moved to India as a...

NCL GT20 Cricket to latch on to FIFA World Cup...

Prabhjot Paul Singh

The NCL GT20 Canada is scheduled to return from July...

Warm send-off for Team Canada for the T20 World Cup

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Team Canada will play in the T20 World Cup to...

Smriti Mandhana scores fastest 10k in women's cricket history
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Nobel Institute says Peace Prize cannot be transferred after Machado suggestion

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“The decision is final and stands for all time,” said the Norwegian Nobel Committee.