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July 2026 visa bulletin: Major visa retrogression & unavailability for India

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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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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.
- Malvika Choudhary
Dogra Art Foundation hosts Memorial Art Gallery Council
The evening featured Indian miniature paintings and discussions on South Asian artistic heritage.
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Indian American Christian delegation calls on Tom Suozzi
Delegation raises concerns over democracy, religious freedom, and U.S.-India ties.

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- 2026
India-US ties must stand for shared values: Ro Khanna

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Sameer Lalwani joins Carnegie Endowment as senior fellow

Lalwani will focus on U.S.-India relations, defense technology and Indo-Pacific security.

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- Malvika Choudhary
Sunit patel joins Rice University trustees’ board
Patel, a Rice Distinguished Alumnus, returns to serve the university in its highest leadership role.
- Staff Reporter
Mahendra Patel elected chair of Parsippany Democratic Committee
Mahendra Patel elected chair of Parsippany Democratic Committee
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UCO creates India scholar program honoring Dr. S. Narasinga Rao
Endowed program will bring Indian scholars and artists to UCO, expanding academic and cultural collaboration initiatives.

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Germany's Stuttgart festival spotlights Mollywood cinema

Festival will screen more than 70 feature films, documentaries and shorts from across India July 23-26.

- Pallavi Mehra
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...
- Staff Reporter
Mehar Gujral Brings Maddie's Secret to Life Through Sound
Gujral guides the film through its final sound edit and mix, helping shape a story that moves between sharp comedy,...

Sold-out DSP concert draws thousands in San Jose
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DSP announced his acting debut in Yellamma, expressing confidence that...
Beyond Mere Paas Maa Hai!
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Hindi cinema's mothers evolved from sacrificial ideals to independent, realistic...
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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 waivers for low-income applicants.
White House clears rule limiting foreign student visa status
New DHS regulation could require international students to seek extensions for programs lasting beyond four years.

Shri Thanedar welcomes cancellation of proposed ICE detention center in Michigan

Thanedar called it a victory for residents, advocates and local...
- Ankita Baidya
U.S. to offer $750 fast-track visa interview option

The new pilot program will allow certain visitor visa applicants...
- Ankita Baidya

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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.

Where every 100 days brings a new taste of India
The restaurant's signature concept features a menu that changes every 100 days to showcase regional Indian cuisines.
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...
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...

Move Over Tikka Masala: The Bold New Wave of Regional Indian Dining Sweeping America
Why this Texas Indian restaurant has few Indian staff

The viral video prompted debate over workplace diversity, hiring practices...
- Malvika Choudhary
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Pune restaurant among world’s most beautiful restaurants

The recognition highlights India's growing presence in the global hospitality...
- Bhavana P
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Radhi Devlukia curates summer menu for Life Alive

The limited-time collaboration introduces four plant-based offerings, including Life Alive’s...
- Malvika Choudhary
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RESERVE brings Ayurveda-inspired menu to Cary

The Indian fine dining restaurant's menu is organized around Ayurvedic...
- Malvika Choudhary
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CGI NY to promote Indian teas at AAPI festival

The two-day Brooklyn event marking International Tea Day will showcase...
- Malvika Choudhary
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Major League Cricket launches interactive trading cards

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The officially licensed digital and physical trading cards will be available globally through the MVPz platform and Major League Cricket's website

Srikanth's title wait continues with runners-up finish at US Open

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Srikanth and Su Li-yang have met twice previously, with both...

Indian-origin engineer Arun Rajkumar joins Mercedes podium

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Mercedes Trackside Power Unit Engineer Arun Rajkumar represented the team...

FIFA World Cup clash features Indian-origin players on both sides

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DR Congo’s Samuel Moutoussamy and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa featured...

Badminton Asia Junior Team C'ships: India go down to Hong...

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India started strong in the opening set, with Dev Ruparelia...

India wraps FIH Pro League with England bonus point
- Prabhjot Paul Singh
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Indian American lawmakers back Supreme Court mail ballot ruling

Jeffin T. Kaleekal

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4, upholding mail-in ballot laws in 14 states, including California, New York, and Texas.