Washington, June 10 (IANS) As preparations gather pace for the 12th International Day of Yoga across the United States, India’s Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra has said yoga has become so deeply embedded in American society that “pretty much in every street” one can find a yoga studio, underscoring the growing global appeal of what he described as “a great treasure of our civilizational heritage”.”If you walk around in Washington, DC, indeed anywhere in the United States it would be a ve…
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Dubai, June 8 (IANS) Several Indian nationals died in a road accident in Dubai, the Consulate General of India, Dubai, informed on Monday. “Deeply saddened by the tragic road accident in Dubai that claimed the lives of several Indian workers,” the Consulate General wrote on X.Consulate officials visited the hospital and met the injured Indians. They are working closely with local authorities to provide all possible assistance and support.“Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with the …
Hyderabad, June 7 (IANS) A youth from Telangana was shot dead in the United States while he was delivering pizza after receiving what is suspected to be a fake order.Anshul Kuncha (28) was shot multiple times, resulting in his death in the north-eastern city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.According to information received by his family in Gundlapochampally of Medchal Malkajgiri district in Telangana, the youth was killed on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday.Anshul, who was employed in …
Riyadh, June 1 (IANS) India’s Consul General in Jeddah, Fahad Suri, has extended his heartfelt ‘Haj Mubarak’ greetings to all Indian Haj pilgrims on the successful completion of the main Haj rituals.On the occasion of the commencement of the departure phase, he also conveyed his best wishes for the safe, smooth, and auspicious return home of all pilgrims, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah wrote on Sunday on social media platform X.Fahad Suri, along with Consul Haj Sadaf Choudhary, partici…
New York/New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) After a successful Canada visit to bolster trade ties, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met top business and industry leaders in the US, discussing avenues for deeper collaboration to further boost the investment landscape in India.The minister met Miebach Michael, CEO of Mastercard, and discussed deepening collaboration in digital commerce, digital security, and next-generation payment solutions.”Conversations centred around India’s growing digital…
Washington/Ottawa, May 28 (IANS) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has pitched India as a trusted long-term economic partner during a series of high-level meetings and community engagements in Canada.Goyal held talks with business leaders, pension fund executives, technology institutions and the Indian diaspora during his visit to Toronto, focusing on investment, innovation and trade cooperation across sectors ranging from clean energy and infrastructure to artificial intelligenc…
Tallinn, May 25 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Tallinn, Estonia, hosted a curtain raiser Yoga session on Monday ahead of the 12th International Day of Yoga, which is observed worldwide on June 21 every year. “The journey to the 12th International Day of Yoga has begun!. The Embassy, in collaboration with the local partners in Saaremaa Island, Estonia, hosted a vibrant curtain raiser yoga session, which witnessed enthusiastic participation of local people and community leaders,” wrote the Emb…
Washington, April 22 (IANS) Bihar officials pitched the state’s growth and technology vision to the diaspora at Bihar Diwas 2026 celebrations in New York.The event was held at the Consulate General of India and brought together diplomats, policymakers and members of the Indian diaspora. Emcee Komal Sharan opened the programme and welcomed attendees.Asserting that “Bihar is ready for transformation,” Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit urged people of Bihari origin across the world to cont…
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has said that India continues to remain an open and compelling destination for global capital, supported by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, a rapidly expanding investor base, and a reform-oriented policy environment.The SEBI chief was speaking at an interactive session — jointly organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Consulate General of India (CGI) — with global…
Washington, Jan 28 (IANS) The Washington State Senate has passed a resolution honouring India’s 77th Republic Day, citing India’s democratic traditions and the contributions of the Indian-American community. The resolution, Senate Resolution No. 8674, was adopted in Olympia with bipartisan support. It recognised India’s strong democratic legacy and noted the growing ties between India and Washington state. It also highlighted agriculture, trade, technology, and critical and emerging technologies…