WHO ARE YOU?
This question, when I heard it for the first time, really raised my blood pressure with a bit of anger raged in my subconscious mind. He was staring at me as if I am a stranger, seeing him for the first time. I have been […]
Month: December 2020
Kader Sakkaria is a Strong Contender for IPSD District 204 School Board
Naperville, IL, Date 12/25/2021: Kader Sakkaria is running for IPSD District 204 School Board, scheduled to be held on April 6th, 2021. He is an eminent resident of Naperville for over 25 years. He is husband of substitute teacher in district 204 and have 3 […]
MS Dhoni Will Captain ICC Men’s ODI, T20I Teams Of The Decade, Kohli To Lead Tests
The T20I side is comprised of four players from India, two from Australia, two West Indies and one each from Sri Lanka, South Africa, and Afghanistan. The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the Men’s T20I and ODI teams of the decade on Sunday and named […]
Anshumali Shrivastava Discovers New Way to Filter Fake News
Using machine learning, a team of U.S. researchers led by Indian American computer scientist Anshumali Shrivastava at Rice University has discovered an efficient way for social media companies to keep misinformation from spreading online. Their method applies machine learning in a smarter way to improve […]
“A Culture of Care as a Path to Peace:” Pope’s 54th World Day of Peace Message
In his message for the 54th World Day of Peace, which will be celebrated on Jan. 1, 2021, Pope Francis offers the Church’s social doctrine as a compass to foster a culture of care for peace in the world. Pope Francis appeals to the international […]
GOPIO-CT Raises Funds For Local Charity, And Elects New Team At Annual Christmas Party
GOPIO-CT organized its General Body Meeting (GBM) elected a new team. In its report to the GBM, President Ashok Nichani said that in spite of the Corona Virus pandemic and subsequent lockdown, GOPIO-CT did some outstanding work in helping local food pantries and providing KN95 […]
Why Does Early Treatment of COVID Matter?
Hooray for COVID Vaccines: An Ounce of Prevention of COVID is Worth a Pound of Cure. Let’s Use That Same Rationale for People Who Already Have COVID. To be a proponent for early treatment of coronavirus infection shouldn't automatically mean there is a disregard for the […]
Now A Vaccine Passport To Travel Abroad
Now that coronavirus vaccines are starting to roll out in the US and abroad, many people may be dreaming of the day when they can travel, shop and go to the movies again. But in order to do those activities, you may eventually need something […]
Jayam Ravi’s 25th Film Bhoomi To Release On Disney Hotstar For Pongal 2021
Tamil film Bhoomi, starring Jayam Ravi in the role of a farmer, will release on Pongal on OTT platform Disney Hotstar next year. The actor made the announcement on Twitter. Actor Jayam Ravi on Thursday confirmed that his upcoming Tamil film Bhoomi will skip theatres and […]
Miss Transqueen India 2020 Crowned
India has a new Miss Transqueen -- and she's headed for the world stage, determined to speak out for the country's marginalized transgender community, reports here stated. Fashion designer Shaine Soni was crowned Miss Transqueen India, the country's beauty pageant for transgender women, last week. […]
The Covid-19 Baby Boom
In June of 2020, three months after the COVID pandemic began in earnest in the United States, we wrote a report suggesting that the public health crisis and associated recession would result in 300,000 to 500,000 fewer births in 2021. Six months later, we have […]
Pope Urges Coronavirus Vaccine Access For All
Pope Francis has called on world leaders to ensure unfettered access to coronavirus vaccines for everyone. In a Christmas Day address delivered online for the first time, the pontiff warned against putting up "walls" to treatments. The pandemic meant this year the annual Urbi et […]
Applications To Medical School Up Big. Is It The “Fauci Effect”?
“Now more than ever we need your talent, your energy, your resolve and your character.” Those were the words Anthony S. Fauci, MD, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said last spring to new medical school graduates as part of the […]
World Bank To Fund $500 Million ‘Green’ Highways Project In India
India and the World Bank on Tuesday signed a $500 million project to build safe and green national highway corridors in the states of Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. The project will also enhance the capacity of the Ministry of Road Transport […]
Lawmakers Urge President-Elect Joe Biden to Preserve Work Authorization for H-4 Visa Holders
Over 60 members of the US Congress, including all four members of the ‘Samosa Caucus,’ wrote a letter to President-elect Joe Biden Dec. 16, urging him to preserve work authorization for H-4 visa holders. H-4 EAD is granted to the spouses of H-1B visa holders […]
Chinese Economy To Overtake US ‘By 2028’ Due To Covid
China will overtake the US to become the world's largest economy by 2028, five years earlier than previously forecast, a report by the UK-based Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR) said. China's "skilful" management of Covid-19 would boost its relative growth compared to the […]
From Polio To The COVID Vaccine, Dr. Peter Salk Sees Great Progress
(NPR Editor's Note: As this year winds down, we're looking back at some people we spoke to earlier in 2020, when the coronavirus pandemic was in its early stages. Now that there's a vaccine, we wanted to check in with someone whose family has a […]
Several NRIs to Hold Key Positions Under Biden- Harris Administration
US President-elect Joe Biden has appointed Vedant Patel, a former communications aide to House of Representatives member Pramila Jayapal, as his assistant press secretary on Friday last week. Already, at least eight Indian Americans have snagged headline grabbing appointments in the incoming government: Dr. Vivek […]
Trump Backs Down, Signs Covid Stimulus Package
Responding to multiple calls and prompting s from leaders from both the political Parties, President Donald Trump, finally signed into law a major coronavirus stimulus/survival package along with an annual spending bill on December 27th night, avoiding a government shutdown before a Monday night deadline. […]
The Truth Behind The Indian Farmers Protests: Experts Weigh In At Webinar By IAPC
“Media projection is more important on the Farmers’ agitation in India; and as a responsible media club, Indo American Press Club is prompted to impact the mainstream western media for global narrative,” Ambassador Pradeep Kumar Kapoor said while presiding over the Zoom Meeting hosted by […]
The Rate Of The Universe’s Expansion Explained
Newswise —A combination of astrophysical measurements has allowed researchers to put new constraints on the radius of a typical neutron star and provide a novel calculation of the Hubble constant that indicates the rate at which the universe is expanding. “We studied signals that came […]
Endowed Chair in Hindu and Jain Studies Established at University of California
Since antiquity, according to religious studies scholars, two of the world’s oldest traditions, Hinduism and Jainism, co-existed on the Indian subcontinent. They share many spiritual practices, philosophical paradigms and ethical principles while simultaneously maintaining their unique, independent identities. Over two dozen families, individuals and foundations […]
30 Writing Prompts about Love: What is a writing prompt?
A prompt is a writing exercise in the form of a single word, phrase, or even a photo used as a starting point to focus and practice creative writing. This exercise is important for writers of any level to expand their craft and explore new […]
Suyash Mehta Is NBA’s First Full-Time Indian-Origin Referee
In an official announcement made by the The National Basketball Association (NBA) League of the US, Suyash Mehta was one of three referees, promoted to full-time NBA staff officials, "We are pleased to welcome Simone [Jelks], Suyash and Andy [Nagy] to our full-time staff," said […]
ASEI Confers Excellence Awards at Virtual Convention
American Society of Engineers of Indian Origin (ASEI) hosted its 33rd Annual National Convention focusing on Global Engineering & Technologies (GET-2020). This virtual convention was held on December 5th and 6th, 2020. While the speakers and participants were on the Zoom platform, it was livestreamed […]
Climate Change Will Cause 62 Million South Asians To Be Forced To Migrate From Their Homes By 2050
More than 62 million South Asian people will be forced to migrate from their homes due to climate disasters by 2050, a new study revealed on Friday According to the study conducted by ActionAid International and the Climate Action Network South Asia, political failure to […]
AAPI To Observe January 7th As Global Wear Yellow Day For Obesity Awareness & Health
(Chicago: IL: December 20, 2020) Obesity has been identified as a leading cause for early death as it leads to hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, heart attacks, strokes, some kinds of cancer and adversely affecting almost all organs in the human body. Describing Obesity as a major […]
SUITABLE BOY
With the highly anticipated conclusion of the epic miniseries A SUITABLE BOY approaching, actress Tanya Maniktala sat down to discuss the making of her acclaimed project. In North America, all episodes are available exclusively on the streaming service Acorn TV with new episodes premiering every Monday. More information is […]
With Congress Approving Stimulus Bill, When Will You Get A Second Stimulus Check?
A second round of stimulus payments is included in a coronavirus relief package struck by congressional leaders late Sunday after months of negotiations between Congressional leaders from both the major political parties. US Congressional Lawmakers voted Monday on the deal, which would provide for $600 checks, but experts […]
Trump Honours Modi With Legion of Merit Award
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi was presented with the highest degree Chief Commander of the Legion of Merit on Monday, December 21st in Washington, DC. The award is given only to the Head of State or Government. Modi was given the award in recognition […]
Biden Leads the Way with Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine
President-elect Joe Biden received his first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine on December 21st in front of cameras to help build confidence in the vaccine across the country. Biden joined a list of high-profile politicians and millions of other font line healthcare workers and […]
‘Christmas Star’ Brightens Up The Sky As Jupiter And Saturn Come Closer Than They Have In Centuries
If popular culture has taught us anything about the holidays, it's that this is a season of reunions: a time when people conquer great distances and lengthy separations just to be together again. Usually, though, such stories involve cross-country trips — not the orbits of […]
“Women Who Win” Awarded ‘Leadership in Women Empowerment Award By Indian Medical Association of New England
Dr. Manju Sheth, Dr. Deepa Jhaveri, and Shaleen Sheth, the pioneers in creating a new movement to empower women with the recent launch of their movement, “Women who win# Dreamcatchers” were awarded the prestigious Leadership in Women Empowerment Award by Indian Medical Association of New […]
United Airlines Launches New Daily Delhi-Chicago Non-Stop Flight
US-based United Airlines has launched its new daily non-stop service between Delhi and its hometown hub of Chicago. Accordingly, these daily flights will be operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. “Starting December 2020, we’re excited to launch even more routes from the U.S. to […]
UN Urges World Leaders to Declare ‘Climate Emergency’ at Virtual Climate Summit
Global climate leaders took a major stride towards a resilient, net zero emissions future today, presenting ambitious new commitments, urgent actions and concrete plans to confront the climate crisis. World leaders should declare a "climate emergency" in their countries to spur action to avoid catastrophic […]
TiE Global Awards Bill Gates With Lifetime Achievement Award
Technologist, business leader, and philanthropist Bill Gates was presented with the Lifetime Achievement First Generation Entrepreneur Award at the inaugural TiE Global Awards held during the TiE Global Summit (TGS) 2020 on Friday. The award was presented by TGS chair Sridhar Pinnapureddy. The award celebrates Gates’ […]
Protesting Indian Farmers Call For 2nd Strike In A Week By SHONAL GANGULY (AP News)
Tens of thousands of protesting Indian farmers called for a national farmers’ strike on Monday, the second in a week, to press for the quashing of three new laws on agricultural reform that they say will drive down crop prices and devastate their earnings. The farmers […]
Priyanka Chopra Wants to give Hollywood an influx of Indian talent
Priyanka Chopra Jonas detailed her plans for her production company, Purple Pebble Pictures, which is working in both India and the United States across languages and platforms. Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who has transitioned from a successful Bollywood career to make a mark in the American […]
Pope Francis Reflects on Threefold Impact of Art at Critical Time in History
Pope Francis pointed to three characteristics of art that can play an important role during this challenging Christmas season in which “the somewhat dimmed Christmas lights invite us to keep in mind and to pray for all those suffering from the pandemic.” His comments came […]
Pakistan Markets Hindu, Christian Women as ‘Concubines’: U.S. Official Says
US Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Samuel D. Brownback claimed that Pakistan is marketing Hindu and Christian women as “concubines” and “forced brides” to China. Talking to reports last week, the top US diplomat for religious freedom said that one of the sources of “forced […]
Mahatma Gandhi Statue at the Indian Embassy in Washington Vandalized
A Mahatma Gandhi statue was desecrated in Washington on Saturday allegedly by members of Khalistani separatists during a protest organized by Sikh-American youths in support of farmers against the recently enacted agricultural laws in India. Also Read - Farmers' Protest: Whoever Calls Kisan 'Terrorist' Not Worth Being Called […]
Looking For a Second Passport? As the American passport loses prestige, some are looking to other countries. By Ashlea Halpern
Before the coronavirus pandemic, holding a U.S. passport granted visa-free access to 185 countries around the world. The American passport wasn’t the most powerful on earth (that honor belongs to Japan), but it still got most of us where we needed to go. Until now. […]
Engendered’s I-VIEW World Film Festival Commences on International Human Rights
To commemorate International Human Rights Day on December 10th, Engendered, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating awareness around issues of gender, sexuality and marginalities, launched the 3rd iteration of I-View World, a global, HYBRID, human rights film festival comprised of shorts, documentaries and feature films […]
Dev Patel Gives A Radical Retelling Of Dickens’ Classic
The Personal History of David Copperfield has to be one of the most unexpected creative pivots in recent memory. Not since gangster movie aficionado Guy Ritchie decided to make a Disney musical has a filmmaker deviated so drastically from what is expected of them. For his adaptation […]
Congresswoman Jayapal Elected Chair of Congressional Progressive Caucus
Indian American U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal has been elected chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus on December 9th, continuing her leadership of the growing progressive movement across America. “As a lifelong organizer, I am honored that my colleagues have elected me to lead the Congressional […]
College of Electors Choose Biden-Harris As Next US President & Vice Prtesident
Over five weeks after the General Election where President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris secured over 80 million votes, defeating incumbent Donald Trump, Biden-Harris secured 306 electoral college votes to officially clinch the presidency, a major milestone that he reached as electors met in […]
Classical Musicians From India & North America Perform At The Chaar Prahar Indian Classical Music Festival For A Global Audience
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan USA, Sneh Arts, Kolkata Sitar School & Viewcy in association with the Consulate General of India & Dhwani Academy of Percussion Music presented the 2nd Annual Chaar Prahar Indian Classical Music Festival. Adapting to the challenges of the global pandemic, the festival […]
Biden, Harris Named TIME’s 2020 ‘Person Of The Year’
TIME magazine has named Joe Biden and Kamala Harris 2020's Person of the Year. The two made history this year when they beat Donald Trump in a bitter election that put him in a small club of presidents who served only one term. Harris on […]
As COVID Claims Over 300,000 American Lives, Vaccinating People Begins, Giving Hope To Millions
The first shots were given in the American mass vaccination campaign on Monday, December 14th opening a new chapter in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic, which has killed more people in the United States — over 300,000 — than in any other country and has taken […]
Amidst Pandemic, Poverty, Indian PM Lays Foundation For New Parliament Building
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building which will be equipped with all modern audio visual communication facilities and data network systems -- making it a symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Modi also performed 'Bhoomi Poojan' for the construction of […]
AAPI Congratulates Dr. Vivek Murthy on His Nomination as US Surgeon General
(Chicago, IL: December 15, 2020) “We congratulate Dr. Vivek Murthy on his appointment as the Surgeon General of the United States” Dr. Sudhakar Jonnalagadda, President of American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) said here today. He praised the appointment of Dr. Murthy to […]
GOPIO-CT Organizes Experts Panel On 2021 Tax Planning and Tax Saving Tips
With the year 2020 with all the uncertainties due to the Covid pandemic coming to a close, most of us, especially the Indian Americans are getting ready to file the annual Tax Returns. With ever changing Tax Laws, and in the context of the Covid […]
Trump Says, He Will Leave White House If….
Donald Trump has said he will leave the White House if Joe Biden is formally confirmed as the next US president. Answering reporters' questions for the first time since losing the 3 November vote, Trump insisted, however, that "this race is far from over". He […]
“House Of Spices” Set To Expand In The Us With 2nd Generation Family Owners Share New Vision For The U.S. Market
House of Spices, the oldest South Asian food company in the USA and is widely known by its brand “Laxmi,” has evolved over the years as a business leader in the South Asian food space with multiple leading South Asian food brands under its umbrella […]
Soccer Legend Diego Maradona Dies at 60
World Cup-winner Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60 at his home on the outskirts of Buenos Aires following a heart attack. Matias Morla, Maradona's longtime agent, confirmed the news to Efe news agency. Maradona's spokesman, Sebastian Sanchi, said he died Wednesday of […]
Thirumala-Devi Kanneganti led Team Develops Potential Strategy to Deal with COVID-19 Symptoms
A team led by Thirumala-Devi Kanneganti, vice chair of the St. Jude Department of Immunology, identified a previously unknown interaction between two messenger proteins that can unleash a cascade of inflammatory cell death, leading to tissue damage and multiple organ failure. The team also reported […]
Vinay Patel Appointed To U.S. Travel And Tourism Advisory Board
AHOA VICE CHAIR Vinay Patel has been appointed to a two-year term on the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board. The board advises the secretary of commerce on issues facing the travel and tourism industry. Current Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross appointed Patel to the […]
Neera Tanden To Be Nominated to Head Powerful Office of Management and Budget
President-elect Joe Biden’s pick to lead the powerful White House budget office generated early controversy Monday, with Neera Tanden emerging as an immediate target for conservatives and Republican lawmakers. Tanden, 50, has regularly clashed with the GOP in a manner that Republicans say will complicate […]
Beyond Covid-19, A Book By Dr. Chalil & Ambassador Kapur Is Now On “Amazon Best Sellers List”
(New York, NY: November 29th, 2020) Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic: Envisioning a Better World by Transforming the Future of Healthcare, authored by Ambassador Pradeep Kapur, a practitioner of Public Policy, and Dr. Joseph Chalil, an expert in healthcare policy, is now on Amazon's Best Sellers […]
Karan Johar’s ‘Fabulous Lives’premiers On Netflix
Filmmaker Karan Johar’s Netflix series 'Fabulous Lives Of Bollywood Wives' streamed on November 27, 2020. Shortly after the release of the first eight episodes on Netflix, Twitter was flooded with reviews, with some liking it while others bashing it down. Several users called the show […]
Merriam-Webster’s Top Word Of 2020
If you were to choose a word that rose above most in 2020, which word would it be? Ding, ding, ding: Merriam-Webster on Monday announced “pandemic” as its 2020 word of the year. “That probably isn’t a big shock,” Peter Sokolowski, editor at large for […]
Is Delhi, The World’s Most Air Polluted Capital In The World?
After an unexpected respite as coronavirus lockdowns stalled economic activity, air pollution has returned to pre-COVID-19 levels in Delhi, the world’s most air polluted capital city. Last month, ahead of the usual spike in winter, the Delhi administration launched an antipollution campaign. But to win, nothing short of […]
Pope Francis Makes the College of Cardinals More Universal
Unless his reign is short, a Roman Catholic pontiff will appoint most of the men who vote for his successor. But Pope Francis’ additions to the College of Cardinals since his election in 2013 also have served another purpose – tilting the leadership structure of […]
Study Finds, Essence Of Person Remains Same Throughout One’s Life
In a unique study, researchers have now shown that the essence of on individual remains largely stable over the years. “In our study, we tried to answer the question of whether we are the same person throughout our lives,” said study author Miguel Rubianes from […]
IOC USA Revamps And Inducts New Faces TO BOOST THE ORGANIZATION
In a bold move to boost the Indian Overseas Congress, USA, six new Secretaries and a new Chapter President were appointed to strengthen the organization. IOC, USA has been continuously taking various steps to re enforce and augment the organization to meet its obligations and […]
Trump’s Attorney General Barr Denies Voter Fraud In Us 2020 Election
Attorney General William Barr said Tuesday the Justice Department has not uncovered evidence of widespread voter fraud that would change the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. His comments come despite President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the election was stolen, and his refusal to […]
Fauci Warns, US May See ‘Surge Upon Surge’ Of Virus In Weeks Ahead
The nation’s top infectious disease expert said Sunday that the U.S. may see “surge upon a surge” of the coronavirus in the weeks after Thanksgiving, and he does not expect current recommendations around social distancing to be relaxed before Christmas. Meanwhile, in a major reversal, […]
Cyber Vulnerability Grows Along With COVID-19 Pandemic Stresses
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages, demand for telehealth services has also grown, increasing the vulnerability that medical operations have to cyberattacks and hacks, according to Laura Hoffman, AMA assistant director of federal affairs. Hospitals and medical practices must always take steps to protect their networks […]
Under Biden, The United States Should Be There For Its Neighbors In The Western Hemisphere
The Biden administration should pay particular attention to the Western Hemisphere in setting its foreign policy priorities for the next four years. Central and South America, and Caribbean nations, have long been comparatively sleepy in U.S. foreign policy circles. And while the Trump administration, at […]
UN Special Session on COVID-19 To Begin This Week
The UN General Assembly is holding a Special Session on the Covid-19 pandemic at the level of Heads of State and Government on 3 and 4 December.. It took more than a year of discussions to overcome the opposition of certain states, notably the United […]
Moderna Seeking US, European Regulators To Approve Covid-19 Vaccination
Moderna Inc, which has reported its Covid-19 vaccine is 94 per cent effective, on Monday announced it is filing with US and European regulators for emergency use authorization. Moderna follows barely a week after Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech filed for US regulatory approval. […]
Human Rights Film Festival in NYC & New Delhi
Showcasing 50+ shorts, documentaries and feature films from South Asia, Canada, Britain, Italy, Sweden, Netherlands, Argentina, Australia, Turkey/Syria, Iran and Thailand, the I-View World Film Festival kicks off on International Human Rights Day, Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the DLF CyberHub in Gurgaon, Haryana, with a […]
12th Anniversary Of 26/11 Mumbai Attack Commemorated In New York
A commemorative meeting was held to remember the horror of the Nov. 26, 2020 terrorist attack in Mumbai where the city was held hostage for four days and 174 people were killed, including 6 Americans and some 300 wounded. The Lashkar-e-Taiba operating with leaders of […]
First Ever ‘Decolonized’ English Translation Of Famous Ancient Indian Scripture
Ten years in the making, a new English version of the world’s most translated – and mistranslated – ancient Indian scripture could be the purest because it does not include colonial, western or Christian distortions. Written more than 5,000 years ago – some calculate 7,500 […]
Your Phone Can Send You An Alert If You Were Near Someone Who Has Coronavirus
As new coronavirus cases explode nationwide, health officials are turning to cell phones to help slow the spread of infections. Thanks to technology available on Apple and Google phones, you can now get pop-up notifications in some states if you were close to someone who […]
Has Mount Everest Grown? Nepal Will Tell Us
Well known around the globe, Everest as the tallest mountain with 29,029 feet, from sea level to summit may not be the actual height– or at least not for long. Because the mountain is changing. Scientists say Everest is getting taller, over time, because of […]
Air India To Begin Flights From Bengaluru To San Francisco Starting Jan 2021
India’s national carrier Air India is set to connect Bengaluru and San Francisco via a non-stop flight from 2021, the Kempegowda International Airport. As of January 11, 2021, Air India will launch 2x weekly flights between Bangalore and San Francisco, as follows: AI175 Bangalore to […]
