Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar has launched the formation of a new Congressional Caucus. The new Congressional Caucus aims to protect the interests of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. The freshly formed Caucus has bipartisan support from both, Republicans and Democrats. More than 27 US lawmakers have supported the Caucus.
30 September,2023 01:45 PM IST | Mumbai
Bill & Melinda Gates foundation CEO Mark Suzman praises India
Lauding India's support for emerging economies in the southern hemisphere and calling it one of the most important voices and champions of the Global South, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman, said that the foundation sees India's ability to be a “global leader.”In an exclusive interview with ANI, Suzman said that models developed in India can accelerate progress globally, especially in the global south.Responding on India being the voice of the Global South, he said, "...India is clearly one of the most important voices and champions of the Global South, and that is why we, in addition to the strong partnerships we developed in India to help drive better health and development outcomes in India, we now see India's ability to be a global leader in helping roll out & share some of its lessons & best practices in health, in digital financial inclusion, agriculture..."
28 September,2023 03:16 PM IST | Mumbai
In response to the ongoing clashes in Gurugram and surrounding areas, the United States Department of State said that the US calls for calm and urges parties to refrain from violence. Addressing the State Department briefing on Wednesday (local time), the official spokesperson Matthew Miller said, “I would say of – with respect to the clashes that obviously we would, as always, urge calm and urge parties to refrain from violent actions.” “With respect to whether we’ve heard from any Americans, I’m not aware of that. I’m happy to follow up with the – with the embassy,” he said when asked about any American citizen impacted by the clashes in Gurugram. Clashes between two groups broke out in Nuh on Monday afternoon after a religious procession passing through the district came under attack, leaving two home guards dead and dozens of people — including around 20 policemen — injured in the frenzy of violence that followed.
03 August,2023 11:10 AM IST | Mumbai
Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the US Congress on Wednesday (local time). He said, “Against all odds, and doom and gloom, Ukraine did not fall. Ukraine is alive and kicking. ”He also said that the investment made in Ukraine to fight the Russian invasion was not “charity” but “investment” in global security. Zelenskyy said, “Your money is not charity. It is an investment in the global security and democracy that we handle in most responsible way. ”It is to be noted that, the Biden administration on Wednesday (local time) announced that it will provide USD 1.85 billion in military aid to Ukraine, rolling out funding for a Patriot missile battery during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Washington.
22 December,2022 03:28 PM IST | Washington
Ambassador of India to the United States Taranjit Singh Sandhu organized a lunch reception to celebrate the festive season on November 21. While addressing Taranjit Singh Sandhu shared that NASA and ISRO are working on a human space flight programme.
21 November,2022 10:01 PM IST | Mumbai
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, speaking to scholars of The Brookings Institution in Washington on Tuesday, said "External Challenges To The Indian Economy Are Big".
12 October,2022 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on September 25 raised questions about the "merits" of the US-Pakistan relationship and a relationship with Islamabad that has not served the 'American Interest'. He was addressing an event organised by the Indian American Community in Washington. "It’s a relationship that has neither ended up serving Pakistan well nor serving the American interests," Jaishankar said at an event organized by the Indian American community in Washington. Dr Jaishankar made this remark after the External Affairs Minister was questioned by one of the audiences on the US decision on the F-16 package for Pakistan.
26 September,2022 02:05 PM IST | Mumbai
Members of the Indian-American community in the Washington DC metro area hoisted the Indian National Flag at their homes to celebrate 75 years of India's Independence. India Day was celebrated in Moscow, Russia. This is the 7th time the festival has been held in Russia. According to the organisers, Moscow’s weather has never failed them: despite all forecasts, the sun always shines in the capital on India Day. There was an Indian bazaar with more than 120 stalls at the festival. Jewellery, spices, silk scarves, natural cosmetics and souvenirs, tea, and even furniture were showcased.
16 August,2022 05:34 PM IST | Mumbai
Comedian Vir Das’s latest video on ‘two Indias’ has started a raging debate on social media. However, the comic has been creating a buzz now and then on social media since forever. Here are few instances when Das sparked debate around him.
18 November,2021 05:42 PM IST | Mumbai
After performing for Bollywood fans from India, Australia, Brazil, Middle East and from different American states SRK's 'Happy New Year' team enthralled the audiences in Slam The Tour at Jiffy Lube Live in Washington DC recently.
24 September,2014 05:33 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
