They were chosen from a pool of 862 applicants nominated by their colleges and universities. Four Indian Americans are among the 32 Rhodes Scholars who will begin graduate studies in the social sciences, humanities, biological sciences, and physical sciences at Oxford in October of next year. They were chosen from a pool of 862 applicants […]
NRI Retirement in India: A Path of Reconnection, Contribution, and Fulfillment Retirement is a journey that frequently takes us back to our roots, and for many Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), that journey leads them to consider retiring in the land they once called home. Returning to India as an NRI retiree is more than a change […]
This is the fifth year that Canada Post has issued a commemorative stamp in honor of Diwali. The stamp, designed by Kristine Do and illustrated by Rena Chen, was previously issued in 2017, 2020, 2021, and 2022. It attempts to capture the spirit of Diwali. The stamp, which features marigold flowers and mango-tree leaves, is […]
You can vote in the upcoming state elections even if you live outside of India. In order to vote, Indian citizens living in other countries must follow certain rules. You can still vote in the upcoming state elections in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana if you live outside India. Here is a guideline for […]
President of the United States Joe Biden has signed an executive order (EO) on artificial intelligence (AI). The order prioritizes the safety and security of AI systems while also encouraging their development in the United States. It emphasizes the importance of companies reporting any potential risks associated with their AI systems that could be used […]
She is currently a clinical professor of law at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and has been a major force in obtaining support for incarcerated individuals seeking post-conviction relief in Illinois. Shobha Mahadev, a law professor, did not set out to be a lawyer. She aspired to be a scientist and spent her time at […]
Non-resident Indians (NRIs) residing in the UK are poised to become part of a select group with the ability to directly settle bills on behalf of their families in India using the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). This initiative, already in place for NRIs in Middle East countries, including Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE, […]
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, visited Delhi, with Sunak offering prayers at Akshardham Temple on Sunday. He later joined world leaders at Rajghat. Stringent security measures were in place ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit to the temple. Speaking to ANI on Saturday, Sunak expressed his intention to visit the […]
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced the HIRE Act (H.R. 4647) to enhance U.S. competitiveness by addressing the skills gap. This legislation aims to close the skills gap by boosting funding for STEM education in elementary and secondary schools and doubling the annual H-1B visa cap from 65,000 to 130,000. The bill has the support of ITServe […]
In January 2023, the 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Convention will be held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan, and Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan launched the website for the 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Convention. The 17th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Convention’s Key […]
