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University of Tennessee, Oak Ridge National Lab UT, Recruit Top Quantum Researcher Deep Jariwala In Major Joint Hire

Posted on April 10, 2026April 13, 2026 by a Staff Writer

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have jointly recruited Deep Jariwala, a nationally recognized leader in quantum materials and next-generation electronic devices, as the UT-ORNL governor’s chair for quantum…

Dr. Rachna Shroff Appointed First Head Of New Cancer Center Initiative At University Of Arizona

Posted on April 10, 2026April 13, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

Dr. Rachna Shroff celebrates with her spouse, Dr. Puneet Shroff, during the pre-ceremony reception at her investiture, March 12, 2026. PHOTO: Mitchell Masilun/U of A Health Sciences BioCommunications Dr. Rachna Shroff, associate…

Letter To The Editor: A Lifelong Commitment: George Abraham Returns To Vote In Kerala

Posted on April 10, 2026April 11, 2026 by IOC-USA

George Abraham of IOC-USA, holding up proof of his voting in Kerala elections. PHOTOS: George Abraham, IOC-USA George Abraham has once again traveled to India to exercise his franchise in the Assembly…

Mayor Carl Sheline Of Lewiston, Maine Endorses Dr. Nirav Shah for Governor

Posted on April 9, 2026April 10, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Indian American candidate for Governor of Maine, Dr. Nirav Shah, received a major endorsement from the leader of the state’s second largest city April 9, 2026. Dr. Shah’s campaign announced the endorsement…

Want to be a Canadian? It’s never been easier

Posted on April 9, 2026April 10, 2026 by Andrea Sachs, The Washington Post

Canadian and American passports. (Zen Rial/Getty Images) Pledging allegiance to ice hockey, Celine Dion and poutine has just become easier for U.S. citizens. Late last year, the Canadian government amended the Citizenship…

India And Its Diaspora: A Partnership The World Can’t Afford to Ignore

Posted on April 9, 2026April 10, 2026 by M.R. Rangaswami and Sanjeev Joshipura

The Indiaspora Team with the authors holding up the new report: “India and its Diaspora: Partners in Progress” released at the 2026 Forum in Bengaluru. PHOTO: Indiaspora Against the breathtaking backdrop of…

Columbia University hosts 21st India Business Conference 2026

Posted on April 6, 2026 by a Staff Writer

The 21st Annual India Business Conference was held at Columbia Business School in New York City on April 4, 2026. Hosted by the South Asia Business Association, a student run organization within Columbia Business…

Nritya Darpan 2026 dance festival to spotlight culture, community in New Jersey

Posted on April 6, 2026April 10, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Photo courtesy: Nritya Darpan NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Indian Heritage & Cultural Association–New Jersey (IHCA-NJ) will present Nritya Darpan 2026, a dance festival highlighting Indian classical and contemporary forms, on April…

Federation of Gujarati Associations USA meets PM Modi

Posted on April 6, 2026April 10, 2026 by Bhailal M. Patel

New Delhi / Orlando, Florida:Historic engagement underscores growing global influence of Gujarati diaspora; United Gujarati Convention 2026 announced as flagship international gathering Above and below: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with FOGA-USA…

Indian American Republican Voices Concerns After Membership Revoked In Milwaukee County GOP

Posted on April 6, 2026April 10, 2026 by Bhailal M. Patel

Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Purnima Nath calls for accountability, condemns racism, and defends independent political thought Purnima Nath. PHOTOS: Courtesy Bhailal M. Patel In a development that has sparked discussion around political inclusivity and freedom…

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