INDIAN AMERICANS

Indian eateries now New York's gastronomic toast

They are among the notable, far-ranging Indian dining spots around town, many at the higher tiers of the price spectrum. Collectively, Indian restaurants are becoming something of a power dining scene, drawing customers from the upwardly mobile population of New Yorkers with roots in the subcontinent. To this already impressive list, you can now add Kanyakumari, which dishes out delicacies from India's 4,700-mile coastline at the more easily accessible Union Square.

Relationship between India, US 'multiplicative': US envoy Garcetti

"This (India-US) is a relationship that isn't just additive. It's not just the US plus India. It's multiplicative. It's the United States times India," Garcetti said at the meeting held in the suburbs of Washington on Monday.

'Kalki 2898 AD' box office: Prabhas' movie surpasses 'RRR' and 'Salaar,' sets new North America record

'Kalki 2898 AD', directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, has broken box office records previously held by 'RRR' and 'Salaar.' The film set a new benchmark by grossing $3.5 million from its North American premiere, despite being released on fewer screens. It also achieved the highest opening day advance booking in Hyderabad, collecting Rs 15.84 crore.

Indian-American couple sentenced to prison for forcing relative to work at gas station

A US court has sentenced Harmanpreet Singh to 135 months (11.25 years) in prison and Kulbir Kaur to 87 months (7.25 years) for coercing their relative, brought from India under false pretenses, to work at their gas station and store. They forced him into labor, confiscated his immigration documents, and subjected him to threats, physical abuse, and long hours for minimal pay. The couple also prevented his return to India and used coercive tactics, including marriage threats and physical violence, to control him over a three-year period until May 2021.

Bangladesh to gauge both Indian and Chinese proposals on the Teesta project: PM Hasina

India is presumed to have a reservation over China's involvement in a major project near its strategic Siliguri Corridor, also known as the Chicken's Neck, while Bangladesh's foreign ministry earlier said Dhaka would "take into cognizance the geopolitical issues" in proceeding with the proposal.

In China's backyard, America has become a humbler superpower

Far from Ukraine and the Gaza Strip, as the Group of 7 wealthy democracies gathered in Italy to discuss a range of old, entrenched challenges, the nature of American power is being transformed across the region that Washington sees as crucial for the century to come: the Asia-Pacific.

Nikhil Gupta will now face justice in American courtroom, says US attorney general

Indian national Nikhil Gupta, 53, is accused of plotting to murder Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York. Gupta was arrested in the Czech Republic and extradited to the US on June 14. He pleaded not guilty in a federal court. The US Justice Department emphasized its commitment to protecting American citizens and free speech. Gupta, allegedly working with an Indian government employee, faces charges of murder-for-hire and conspiracy. If convicted, he could be sentenced to a maximum of 10 years in prison for each charge.

Small Indian-American community making grand contributions in the US: Report

The report "Indiaspora Impact Report: Small Community, Big Contributions," conducted by Boston Consulting Group, is the first volume in a series to look at the impact of the Indian diaspora, with a special focus on public service, business, culture and innovation in the United States.

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa beats Nakamura; Carlsen wins Norway Chess

Praggnanandhaa can be happy with the fact that he defeated the top three ranked players in the world in one of the strongest ever tournaments. He had beaten Carlsen and Caruana under Classical time control earlier in the tournament and his win against Nakamura ensured that he became the first player ever to beat the top three.

Was 'Pasoori' fame Ali Sethi involved in Lok Sabha Elections 2024? Pakistani singer posts about 'Lost Votes' in India

Ali Sethi, the Pakistani-American singer, unexpectedly became part of India's Lok Sabha Election coverage in 2024 due to a lookalike spotted on an Indian news channel. Sethi humorously shared this incident on Instagram, mentioning he had 'lost some votes in India.' This quirky moment added a light-hearted touch to the intense election atmosphere.

Election Verdict Impact! ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, RIL ADRs plunge up to 11%

The decline follows mayhem in the Indian markets. The benchmark index S&P BSE Sensex closed at 72,079.05, falling by 4,390 points or 6%. Nifty 50 corrected by 1,379.40 points or 6% to settle at 21,884.50. ADRs of Wipro, MakeMyTrip, Yatra Online, Dr Reddy's Laboratories were some of the other losers, which fell up to 3%.

Bruhat Soma, Indian American student from Florida wins 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Spelling Bee finalists, mostly Indian-American children, visit White House

Bruhat, sporting a yellow championship T-shirt and a red tilak on his forehead, was joined by seven other finalists, including four others of Indian descent, and their parents. The four other Indian Americans were: Rishabh Saha, 14 and Shrey Parikh, 12, from California; Aditi Muthukumar, 13, from Colorado; and Ananya Rao Prasanna, 13, from North Carolina.

Meet Shruthi Kumar? The Indian-American whose speech at Harvard on Palestine went viral

Indian-American Shruthi Kumar's viral speech at Harvard criticized the university over the Gaza issue, highlighting intolerance for freedom of speech and civil disobedience on campus.

Steep H-1B fee hike to burn a big hole in IT companies pockets

The steep hike in US H-1B visa fees could spell bad news for Indian IT service providers and dent their pockets significantly, experts and industry insiders have warned.

India-born Jaya Badiga appointed judge in Sacramento County Superior Court

Badiga, a member of the Democrat Party, also served as an Attorney at the California Department of Health Care Services in 2020 and at the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services in 2018.

Indian-American candidate wins Democratic primary in Georgia: Susheela Jayapal loses in Oregon

Ashwin Ramaswami's victory in the Democratic primary in Georgia is indeed historic, potentially making him the youngest ever elected representative in the State of Georgia and the first Indian-American to win this position in the state. On the other hand, while Susheela Jayapal's loss in her Congressional primary bid in Oregon is disappointing, her campaign focused on values and vision, showcasing her commitment to progressive causes. Both candidates have made significant strides in American politics, reflecting the growing influence of Indian-Americans in the country's political landscape.

Lecturing India on human rights would not work; conversation will: Indian-American lawmakers

Indian-American lawmakers, including Congressman Ro Khanna, Shri Thanedar, Pramila Jayapal, and Dr Ami Bera, have emphasized the importance of having a conversation with India's leadership to raise concerns about human rights. Khanna argued that lecturing India on the issue of human rights is not productive and that a Trump presidency is not the same as Prime Minister Modi being in power. He also emphasized the need for a vibrant democracy with freedom of speech, press, and the ability to push back.

It's time for Indian Americans to run for office at all levels, says Raja Krishnamoorthi

"My third and final point is, it's time to run for the office. It's time to run for office at all levels," Krishnamoorthi said a day after Vice President Kamala Harris said that Indian Americans are underrepresented in the elected offices in the United States.

Number of Indian Americans in elected offices not reflective of their population, says Kamala Harris

"Over the years, we've had so much more participation by Indian Americans in the electoral process running for office. But the numbers are still not reflective of the size of the growing population," Harris, the first-ever Indian American, African American, and a woman to be elected as the vice president of the US told a packed room of Indian Americans in the national capital. Currently, there are five elected Indian American members of the Congress -- Dr Ami Bera, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, and Shri Thanedar.

Indian IT’s reliance on H-1B dropped 56% over past 8 years

Indian IT companies’ reliance on H-1B visas has fallen over the years as they have ramped up local hiring in the US. High denial rates during the Trump administration along with tightening of the immigration regime have also decreased visa usage, experts said.

'Won't vote for you because you're an Indian', says US Ann Coulter to Vivek Ramaswamy

Ann Coulter, in a podcast with Indian-American Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, stated she wouldn't have voted for him in the US presidential election because of his ethnicity. Ramaswamy, respectful of her honesty, disagreed with her stance. Despite agreeing with many of his views, Coulter cited his Indian heritage as a reason for not supporting his candidacy. This exchange has sparked debates online, with some defending Coulter's stance and others criticizing it as discriminatory. Ramaswamy, who eventually supported Donald Trump's candidacy, withdrew from the presidential race earlier this year.

Indian-American philanthropist donates $1 million to Hindu American Foundation

Ramesh Bhutada donates to HAF and Hindu University. Sundar Iyer highlights caste discrimination concerns. Community urged to be vigilant against false allegations. Important funds raised at HAF gala in Houston.