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Sojan Joseph Makes History as Britain’s First Malayali-Origin MP

In a remarkable milestone for the Malayali community, Sojan Joseph has made history by becoming Britain’s first Member of Parliament (MP) of Malayali origin. Representing the Labour Party, Joseph’s election marks a significant moment in British political history, highlighting the

ITServe Alliance Announces Capitol Hill Day to Advance IT Sector Priorities

The ITServe Alliance, the largest U.S. association representing IT solutions and services firms, has scheduled its next Capitol Hill Day for September 18, 2024. The event aims to boost the organization’s influence in shaping key technology-related legislation. Nayan Joshi, Director

Ajay Bhutoria Rallies South Asian Voters, Congratulates Kamala Harris at DNC

Ajay Bhutoria, a prominent community leader and Deputy National Finance Chair, recently attended the Democratic National Committee (DNC) Convention at Chicago’s United Center. During the event, Bhutoria personally congratulated Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff on their

ICA Sri Lanka Launches Inaugural International Half Marathon with a Mission

The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) of Sri Lanka is set to host its first international half marathon in Colombo on September 1, marking a significant event that combines athleticism with social responsibility. The marathon is expected to draw over 1,400

Strengthening Global Ties: AAHOA Cheers U.S.-India Pact for Small Business Growth

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the world’s largest hotel owners group, has welcomed a historic agreement between the U.S. and India aimed at boosting the international presence of small businesses. On August 16, the U.S. Small Business Administration

Decathlon Unveils ₹933 Crore Expansion Plan for India: 100 New Stores on the Horizon

Decathlon, the renowned French sports retailer, has announced a major investment of €100 million (approximately ₹933 crore) in India over the next five years. This strategic move is set to significantly bolster Decathlon’s retail footprint and manufacturing capabilities in one

IndiGo Expands Horizons: New Routes from Abu Dhabi to India

Abu Dhabi Airports has unveiled a major boost in connectivity with IndiGo’s launch of three new direct routes from Zayed International Airport (AUH). The Indian airline will now operate flights to Mangaluru (IXE), Tiruchirappalli (TRZ), and Coimbatore (CJB), increasing their

Bipartisan Call for Scrutiny: U.S. Medical Trials in China Under Fire

A bipartisan group of lawmakers, spearheaded by Indian American Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, urged the Biden administration on August 20th to intensify oversight of U.S. clinical trials conducted in China. Their concerns stem from potential intellectual property theft and the risk

New USIBC Head in India: Rahul Sharma Steps In

The United States Chamber of Commerce has appointed Rahul Sharma, a former journalist and newspaper editor, as the new India-based managing director of the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), effective August 20, 2024. Sharma succeeds Alexander Slater, who is returning to

Top Honors for RBI Governor: Shaktikanta Das Named World’s Best Central Banker for Second Year Running

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has once again claimed the top spot as the world’s leading central banker, earning an “A+” rating in the 2024 Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards. This marks the second consecutive year that Das has received