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Ekal Vidyalaya: Transforming Lives
By Chahna Tailor Gupta Growing up in South Florida, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the incredible impact of the Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation firsthand. From attending the annual events to volunteering and now serving as the President of the South Florida Chapter, my journey with …
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Bachchans’ Holika Dahan: Abhishek, Navya’s moments
Holi festivities, in addition to colorful revelries, incorporate the ‘Dahan’ ceremony, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, observed a day before the colorful festival. Often attended by celebrities, the bonfire ritual is a tradition held in societies and on streets across the country. Recently, …
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Taapsee Pannu weds Mathias Boe in Udaipur
Actress Taapsee Pannu has been romantically involved with Mathias Boe, a Danish badminton player and Olympic gold medallist, for a considerable period. Recent reports suggest that the couple exchanged vows on March 23 in a private ceremony held in Udaipur, attended by close friends and …
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Chopra’s Bollywood Buzz: Priyanka’s Return with Bhansali?
During her recent trip to India, Priyanka Chopra appears to have a busy schedule, sparking speculation about her involvement in Bollywood projects. Amid raising her daughter with Nick Jonas and her Hollywood endeavors, including the Citadel series, Chopra has reportedly been reading scripts and considering …
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Jhaanvi Ganesh addresses HinduACTion briefing
Jhaanvi Ganesh, a Rutgers University student, highlighted the marginalization faced by Hindu students in academic environments during a Congressional briefing on Hinduphobia arranged by HinduACTion. Studying public health, Ganesh serves as the Northeast Regional Coordinator of Hindu Yuva, a prominent student organization present in over …
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Indian-Americans Hold ‘Havan’ for PM Modi’s Re-election
Silicon Valley-based Indian-American technology professionals conducted a special ‘havan’ at a Hindu temple to seek divine blessings for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s victory in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. Organized by the Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP), USA San Francisco Bay Area Chapter, the ‘havan’ …
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Nithya Raman clinches a seat on the LA City Council
Nithya Raman, an Indian American urban planner, secured re-election to her Los Angeles City Council seat, surpassing 50% in the March 5 election, avoiding a November runoff. Making history in November 2020 by unseating a council incumbent, Raman faced a tough race, challenged by opponents …
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Yogesh Raut wins Jeopardy! Championship
Yogesh Raut, a Washington-based Indian American blogger, freelance writer, and podcaster, secured a notable victory by winning the 2024 Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions (ToC), claiming the esteemed $250,000 grand prize. His triumph also granted him a coveted spot in the forthcoming Jeopardy! Masters competition, where …
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Pros and Cons of Social Media in the Immigration Space
By U.S. Immigration Attorney Seth Finberg Social media is a good and bad thing, right? We try to watch how much time we spend on various platforms and limit screen time for our kids. However, not all social media is bad or inherently dangerous. LinkedIn …
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Indian American Dr. Kiran Patel funds new Orlando medical school
Renowned billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist, Dr. Kiran Patel, alongside his wife Dr. Pallavi Patel, marked a significant milestone in their commitment to education and healthcare by inaugurating the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) in Winter Garden, Florida. The launch event coincided with Dr. Kiran …
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