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Pfizer, Moderna Vaccines May Vanquish Covid Today, Cancer Tomorrow
January 11, 2021
Pfizer, Moderna Vaccines May Vanquish Covid Today, Cancer Tomorrow
India To Begin Rollout of CovidVaccine
January 11, 2021
India To Begin Rollout of CovidVaccine
PravasiBharatiyaSamman Awards-2021 Given to 30 Luminaries
January 11, 2021
PravasiBharatiyaSamman Awards-2021 Given to 30 Luminaries
Sabrina Singh Named White House Deputy Press Secretary
January 11, 2021
Sabrina Singh Named White House Deputy Press Secretary
Joe Biden Certified By Congress As Next United States President
January 11, 2021
Joe Biden Certified By Congress As Next United States President
Voices Supporting Trump Impeachment Grows
January 11, 2021
Voices Supporting Trump Impeachment Grows
The Federation of Indian Associations of New York, New Jersey & Connecticut (FIA-Tristate), was conferred with the prestigious recognition of the PravasiBhartiyaSamman on the 16th PravasiBhartiya Divas (PBD) held on Jan.9,t, 2021 for its outstanding community service. The 16th edition of the PravasiBharatiya Divas was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Jan. 9 in New Delhi. The theme of the convention, aimed at encouraging Indian diaspora to be part of socio-economic development in India, was “Contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” The PravasiBharatiyaSamman Award is the highest honor conferred on a non-resident Indian, Person of Indian Origin; or an organization or institution established and run by non-resident Indians or Persons of Indian Origin, who have made significant contribution in better understanding of India abroad, support India's causes and concerns in a tangible way, community work abroad, welfare of local Indian community, philanthropic and charitable work, etc. During the PBD convention, select eminent Indian diaspora members are awarded the PravasiBharatiyaSamman Awards in the presence of Hon'ble President of India, Shri Ram NathKovind. “We are very proud, humbled and thankful to be the recipient of the PravasiBhartiyaSamman,” President Anil Bansal said. “It is the recognition of hard and selfless work of so many people in the FIA family. This award is for the exceptional and meritorious contribution to India, the Indians for social and humanitarian causes. We at FIA have been totally dedicated to serving the interest of India and Indian diaspora in the USA. I have no doubt that under the new leadership of Ankur Vaidya, we will expand our footprint and activities immensely in future. This award certainly gives us the encouragement and incentive to reach for the stars. Thanks India, our motherland and Jai Hind,” a statement issued by FIA stated here. “It is truly a moment of pride for FIA and for me to witness this prestigious recognition bestowed upon FIA,” Chairman Ankur Vaidya said. “I take this opportunity to thank the founders and patriarchs, some of them are on our board who dedicated a lifetime in serving the community through the organization and when told of the news had tears of joy. The timing has a cryptic hint in it having lost Ramesh Patel to COVID when we had already rolled our sleeves to prepare for the golden jubilee grandeur celebration, we still continued and faced the worst times in history, we managed with the motivated team and Ramesh Patel's spirit and soul to show us light and inspiration, the magic worked. I know he would be ecstatic. A big thank you to Rohit Korat, Srujal Parikh, and Alok Kumar for their contribution to make this FIA dream a reality. Anil Bansal's presidency has created history and full credit to him, his executive team and a big thank you and salute to the diplomatic community who took the message of our work back to the motherland. This is only the beginning and bigger and better things are coming, stay tuned... God bless the USA and Bharat Mata ki Jai!” The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut is one of the largest esteemed umbrella organizations in the Indian community. It represents over one million strong and vibrant Asian-Indians who provide significant grass root support and assistance. Established in the year 1970, the FIA has blossomed into a commendable organization that has become an effective mouthpiece and mobilizer for the community. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, over 11 events, including Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu's reception, events surrounding FIA’s flagship India Day Parade, women empowerment celebration, Long Island Diwali Gala, visa assistance camps, among other events had to be called off. While facing the dire impact of the pandemic, including on its fundraising activities, FIA has continued with the challenges faced, to serve and uplift the community in these unprecedented times. Among the unique initiatives introduced during the challenging year were assistance to first responders which included serving meals in local hospitals and to NYPD, including front line heroes, hot meals in the International Diwali Soup Kitchen Drive in the U.S.and India, Bi-Weekly Diaspora newsletter which will complete one year in January 2021; historic flag hoisting ceremony at Times Square on India’s Independence Day, accommodation assistance in partnership with the Consulate General of India in New York to find accommodations for the students from India who were stranded in the U.S. due to COVID-19 travel ban; OCI & visa Town Hall; and several other events on the hybrid as well as exclusively virtual platforms. For its work during the pandemic, the FIA, along with its core members, was recognized as COVID Heroes by Brooklyn Borough President, Hon. Eric Adams.
January 11, 2021
FIA-Tristate Honored With ParavasiBharatiyaSamman Award
Dr. SudhakarJonnalagadda
January 11, 2021
Dr. SudhakarJonnalagadda ReceivesPravasiBharatiyaSamman Award
Indian Americans Express Shock At Trump-Incited Attack on US Capitol
January 11, 2021
Indian Americans Express Shock At Trump-Incited Attack on US Capitol
January 11, 2021
IAPC Seminar ByAlberta And British Columbia Chapters On Global Economy...
FIA Leaders
January 11, 2021
FIA Leaders Recognized by Govt. Of India
Unintentional Drowning
January 7, 2021
Unintentional Drowning Risk Factors: How and Where People Drown
2021: Year of Living Dangerously?
January 7, 2021
2021: Year of Living Dangerously?
IATA Travel Pass To Be Introduced
January 7, 2021
IATA Travel Pass To Be Introduced
Mini Dark Chocolate Fondant for 2 (Dairy-free)
January 7, 2021
Mini Dark Chocolate Fondant for 2 (Dairy-free)
Geffen Playhouse, in association with Hypokrit Theatre Company, launches filmmaker and cookbook author Sri Rao’s Bollywood Kitchen this month. The latest show is part of a new lineup of live, virtual and interactive productions from the Los Angeles-based theater’s Geffen Stayhouse banner, created to entertain performing arts lovers during the pandemic. Sri Rao’s Bollywood Kitchen, directed by New York City-based Hypokrit Theatre Company’s Artistic Director Arpita Mukherjee, is inspired by his cookbook of the same name, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.   In this interactive production, Rao invites us to prepare a homemade Indian meal along with him, drawing on the recipes that were staples at his family’s table, when growing up in Pennsylvania. As we join him in cooking these delicious dishes in our very own kitchens, Rao interweaves the story of his parents immigrating to America, the joy and nourishment that Bollywood musicals brought to his whole family and the culinary traditions they shared. Mouthwatering flavors come together with the colorful exuberance of Bollywood films to create a festive and fun virtual experience about rediscovering the comforts of home and the impact of Indian cinema.   "The two questions I get asked most often at cocktail parties are, 'Can I get one of your mom's recipes for homemade Indian food?' and 'I've never seen a Bollywood movie before—can you recommend one to me?' Well, the Geffen is giving me the opportunity to answer both questions at once—and this time, the cocktail party is at my place! Bollywood Kitchen is my way of introducing audiences to two of my passions—Indian food and films—while taking them on a personal journey of my family's immigrant experience," said Rao, who is also the creator and showrunner of Netflix’s upcoming series, The Actress, starring Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit and produced by Karan Johar.   “We are thrilled to be partnering with the world-renowned Geffen Playhouse to bring Sri’s unique Indian-American, immigrant experience to life by interweaving food and film into a one-of-a-kind live experience,” said Mukherjee, Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Hypokrit Theatre Company in NYC. “Our company prides itself on telling the intersectional stories of people of color, and we are certain Sri’s journey will be relatable to many Indian Americans who embrace their multiple identities and create a confluence of culture by honoring their past and celebrating their present.”
January 7, 2021
Geffen Playhouse Announces World Premiere Of Sri Rao’s “Bollywood Kitchen”
AAPI Welcomes 2021 In Style
January 7, 2021
AAPI Welcomes 2021 In Style
Winning 2 Seats in Georgia Run Off, Democrats to take Control of US Senate
January 7, 2021
Winning 2 Seats in Georgia Run Off, Democrats to take...
Mob Inflamed By Trump, Storms US Capitol
January 7, 2021
Mob Inflamed By Trump, Storms US Capitol
WHO ARE YOU
December 31, 2020
WHO ARE YOU?
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