Articles
27Feb-24

Smriti Kirubanandan appointed Managing Director of Accenture’s Healthcare Practice

Smriti Kirubanandan is an Indian-American Healthcare Business Executive who is joining Accenture as Managing Director of the firm's healthcare practice. Smriti Kirubanandan, aged 36, emerges as a contemporary Renaissance figure, achieving significant milestones as a Growth and Partnerships Executive with a distinctive background in Robotics and Public Health. Her passion for emerging technologies and unwavering dedication...

11th India-US Consular Dialogue held in New Delhi

Post Date: February 27, 2024

On February 23, 2024, Indian and US officials met in New Delhi for the 11th bilateral Consular Dialogue. The Indian delegation, led by Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Joint Secretary (CPV) in the Ministry of External Affairs, hosted the US delegation led by Ms. Rena Bitter, Assistant Secretary (Consular Affairs) in the US State Department. The...
27Feb-24

Playback singer Pankaj Udhas passes away at 72

Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas, who gave memorable hits like 'Chitthi aayi hai', died after a prolonged illness, his family confirmed today. He was 72. "With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padma Shri Pankaj Udhas on 26 February due to a prolonged illness," read a statement...
26Feb-24

Anant Ambani unveils Reliance Foundation’s animal welfare initiative Vantara, first of its kind in India

Reliance Industries and Reliance Foundation today announced the launch of their Vantara (Star of the Forest) programme, an umbrella initiative to focus on rescue, treatment, care and rehabilitation of injured, abused and threatened animals, both in India and abroad. Spread over 3000 acres within the Green Belt of Reliance’s Jamnagar Refinery Complex in Gujarat,...

Mayor Adams, NYC Health+Hospitals announce free tax prep services for New Yorkers

Post Date: February 26, 2024

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Health + Hospitals have announced free, in-person, and virtual tax preparation services for New Yorkers as part of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s (DCWP) NYC Free Tax Prep initiative. In partnership with BronxWorks, Grow Brooklyn, Urban Upbound, and Code for America’s...
26Feb-24

The Bamboo Trope for woman empowerment

Dr. Kirti Shekhawat Bamboo tree and empowerment? Yes! Surprisingly, a perfect combination for March, the spring season. The Giant Bamboo (Dendrocalamus giganteus), due to its remarkable growth, is the tallest bamboo in the world. Once planted in the soil, the seed remains dormant for four years, while the farmer nurtures it patiently, watering it, sowing other crops...
26Feb-24

Financial independence in old age

By Himanshu Rath As people transition into their golden years, financial security becomes a paramount concern. With the status of financial insecurity in old age remaining a pressing issue in the United States, it's crucial to explore strategies for maximizing financial resources to achieve independence and ensure a comfortable standard of living. Financial planning in...
26Feb-24

U.S. Consulate General Chennai and CUSAT sign MoU to open new “American Corner” in Kochi

Kochi: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai and the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on February 16 to establish an American Corner at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in Kochi, Kerala. U.S. Consul General Christopher W. Hodges and CUSAT Registrar Prof. Dr. V. Meera signed...
23Feb-24

Cultural Diplomacy: Dr. Raj Pandya Leads American Delegation to Ayodhya

New Delhi: Dr. Raj Pandya, the CEO of Quantum Integrators Group LLC and Advisory Chairman of the India Business Association (IBA), embarked on a significant visit to Ayodhya, leading an American delegation to the iconic Shri Ram Temple. Accompanied by leaders of the Indian American diaspora and the Indian Business Association, Dr. Pandya's visit...