Category Archive for: ‘NRI News’
Indian-Origin CEOs Among Top 10 Highest-Paid Worldwide
Two Indian-origin CEOs are among the top 10 highest-paid leaders of S&P 500 companies. Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, ranks in this elite group with a total annual compensation of $151.4 million. Microsoft’s CEO, Satya Nadella, is also on the list, earning $48.5 …
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Kaivan Munshi Appointed Frederick W. Beinecke Professor of Economics at Yale
Yale University has named Kaivan Munshi, a leading researcher in economic development, the Frederick W. Beinecke Professor of Economics. Munshi, part of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Economic Growth Center, has over 30 years of experience exploring the impact of community institutions …
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Three Indian Americans Named 2024 Moore Inventor Fellows
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation announced on September 19 that three Indian Americans have been selected as this year’s Moore Inventor Fellows. This annual fellowship aims to support scientist-inventors who develop innovative tools and technologies, with a focus on making significant advancements in scientific …
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S M Sehgal Foundation Wins National Water Award for Water Solutions
Dr. Surinder Mohan Sehgal and Edda Sehgal founded the S M Sehgal Foundation (SMSF), which received the 5th annual National Water Award 2024 from India’s Ministry of Jal Shakti. The Best Civil Society category honored SMSF for its impactful efforts in tackling rural water scarcity …
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Dr. Sanjay S. Reddy Honoured with Faculty Award
Sanjay S. Reddy, MD, FACS, the Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, was recently honoured with the 2024 Medical Staff Executive Committee Faculty Citizenship Award. This accolade recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional connection, compassion, and dedication in their care. Robert Uzzo, …
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Arvind Ravinutala Joins Fruit Street Health as CMO
Fruit Street Health, a recognized diabetes prevention program by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has appointed Dr. Arvind Ravinutala as its new Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Ravinutala, an Indian American physician, brings over 12 years of experience in internal medicine and has …
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Sunita Williams Reflects on Being Left in Space
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who have been stranded in space since their Boeing Starliner capsule departed without them, discussed their challenges on Friday. The duo expressed their frustrations over the prolonged mission, which now looks set to extend beyond the initially planned eight …
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Vattikuti Foundation donates $2.8M for AIIMS institute
The Vattikuti Foundation, renowned for its innovations in robotic surgery, is set to revolutionise neurological care in India with a $2.8 million (INR 24 crore) donation. This funding will establish the Vattikuti Institute of Advanced Neurotechnology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) …
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Dr. Inderpal Randhawa’s AI-Driven Breakthrough in Food Allergy Treatment
Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, an Indian-American physician and researcher, is pioneering a novel method for treating severe food allergies at the Food Allergy Institute (FAI). Randhawa, who established the institute, combines artificial intelligence, data analytics, and immunology in his treatments, using allergen-infused gummy candies to help …
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Mani Skaria: From Texas Citrus Pioneer to India’s Citrus Revolution
Mani Skaria, hailing from Amayannor in Kerala, India, has become a pivotal figure in Texas’s citrus industry. His journey began as an aspiring civil servant, then a teacher in Jordan, and eventually led to a transformative agricultural career in the U.S. Skaria founded U.S. Citrus …
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