Jagdish Bhagwati, the influential economist who’s taught at MIT and Columbia in the US for over half a century, once described Indians as the new Jews in America, successful in all fields except the mafia. He may have meant it in a lighter vein, but there’s lots of data to back up what he said….
President-elect Donald Trump has added another Indian-American to his team, but his selection of Harmeet K Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights might raise some eyebrows in New Delhi due to her previous statements regarding key figures linked to the separatist Khalistani movement including individuals who have been designate as terrorists by India….
Raja Krishnamoorthi (File photo) Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi weighed in on the major influence that Indian Americans can have in the upcoming US presidential elections. He said that their votes might determine the election results both in key states and nationwide.Krishnamoorthi mentioned that the Indian-American community prefers leaders who focus on practical solutions rather than…
NEW DELHI: The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in New York’s Melville was vandalised on Monday. The Indian consulate in New York expressed strong disapproval of the act, labelling it “unacceptable.” In response, the consulate has been in close contact with the local Indian-American community and has urged US law enforcement agencies to take swift action against…
The streets of New York came alive with the colors and sounds of India as the 42nd Annual India Day Parade made its way down Madison Avenue. Amid the bustling cityscape, thousands gathered to celebrate their heritage, their pride reflected in the fluttering Indian flags and the rhythmic beats of dhols. The parade, a celebration…
The Indian-American community, which has grown to five million in 2023, has shattered numerous barriers to become one of the most influential immigrant groups in the US, according to a report released on Thursday. The report highlights that their story is one of motivated immigrants and their children pursuing the American dream. Despite comprising only…
