India’s Deal Activity Hits Six-Quarter High with 999 Transactions Worth US$44.3 Billion: PwC India

India’s deal landscape witnessed a remarkable rebound in Q3 CY25, marking its strongest performance in six quarters, according to PwC India’s Deals at a Glance report. The quarter saw 999 transactions valued at ₹3,93,251 crore (US$44.3 billion) — up 13% in volume and a significant 64% in value compared to the previous quarter. Mergers and […]

Diwali Celebrations at 10 Downing Street Highlight British Indian Contributions

Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the significant contributions of the British Indian community as 10 Downing Street glowed with diyas and floral decorations to mark the festival of lights. While Prime Minister Starmer was attending the Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt on Monday, Communities Secretary Steve Reed represented him at the annual Diwali celebrations. The […]

Target Group Appoints Former Citi Executive Shashi Bhat as Chairman

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our esteemed alumnus, Shashi Bhat (MBA), has been appointed as the Chairman of Target Group, a leading UK-based business process services and software provider. His appointment is effective immediately. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Shashi brings a proven track […]

The Power to Save Lives Is in Your Hands

Anika, a young mother diagnosed with leukemia, had exhausted every available treatment. Her only hope for survival was a stem cell transplant. But because of her Indian heritage, her chances of finding a compatible match were less than 40%. Determined not to give up, her family organized awareness drives in every community they could reach. […]

Diwali Lights Up Los Angeles: A Celebration of Unity and Culture

This year, Los Angeles marked a historic moment as the festival of light, Diwali, was officially celebrated at Los Angeles City Hall, underlining the city’s growing inclusivity and recognition of its Indian-American community. The event, held in partnership with the city council and the Consulate General of India, Los Angeles, blended tradition, culture and civic […]

Bodhana Sivanandan — A Chess Prodigy Who Just Made History

At just 10 years old, British chess sensation Bodhana Sivanandan, of Indian-origin, has stunned the chess world with a landmark victory: she defeated former Women’s World Champion and Grandmaster Mariya Muzychuk at the European Club Cup held in Rhodes, Greece. Here’s a deeper look at her achievement, the context and what it could mean going […]

51 Differently-Abled Couples Tie the Knot in Rajasthan as Narayan Seva Sansthan Transforms Lives With Free Artificial Limbs

In a heartwarming celebration of love, dignity, and inclusion, Narayan Seva Sansthan (NSS) organised a mass wedding ceremony for 51 differently-abled couples on August 31 in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Beyond the rituals, the event was a powerful message of equality and empowerment—providing couples with not only a memorable start to married life but also the recognition […]