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Iran FM spokesperson Baghaei says “US left negotiating table, destroyed it twice in 9 months”; urges focus on Hormuz and ending regional conflict

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Iran accused the United States of repeatedly sabotaging diplomatic efforts over Tehran’s nuclear programme, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying Washington “destroyed” negotiations despite Iran’s…

Historic PM Modi’s Norway visit to focus on climate, maritime cooperation, geopolitics: Envoy

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Norway is set to mark a historic milestone in India-Norway relations, with Norwegian Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener describing…

Dollar edges up as Trump rejects Iran peace move

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by Reuters

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration New York, May 11 (Reuters) – The dollar was slightly higher on Monday, but off earlier highs after…

Modi’s Gold Advisory Jolts Indian Jewelry Market

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by Ashitha Shivaprasad - Reuters

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the inaugural session of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, February 19, 2026. PHOTO: narendramodi.in Gold prices reversed course to edge up on Monday in volatile trading,…

INANY Celebrates Nurses Day in Elmont, New York

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Saritha Komatireddy addresses attendees during the Indian Nurses Association of New York (INANY) Nurses Day 2026 celebration May 9 at The Kerala Center in Elmont, New York. Photo: Saritha Komatireddy via X…

Experience Arizona’s Scenic Verde Canyon Railroad

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by Lina Shah

(Photo courtesy of Lina Shah) A journey through Arizona’s Verde Valley is like stepping into a living canvas, where dramatic red-rock formations, lush riverbanks, and centuries of history come together in perfect…

FS Misri co-chairs 2nd round of the India-Japan Economic Security Dialogue

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday co-chaired the 2nd round of the India-Japan Economic Security Dialogue.Both sides agreed to deepen collaboration in strategic industrial sectors for…

American Punjabi Society Celebrates Vaisakhi in Mineola, New York

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by a Staff Writer

APS President Gary Sikka and Ravinder Sikka with Consul General of India Ambassador Binaya Srikanta Pradhan during the Vaisakhi celebration in Mineola, New York. All photos: APS MINEOLA, N.Y. — The American…

Queens Community Celebrates Mother’s Day and National Nurses Week at Elmhurst Hospital

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Mother’s Day cake-cutting ceremony at Elmhurst Hospital featuring CEO Alina Moran, Dr. Sumita SenGupta, Jason Piedra, Councilwoman Shanel Thomas-Henry and Somnath Ghimire during the Mother’s Day and National Nurses Week celebration in…

Kamran Mehdi Hassan Pays Soulful Tribute to Mehdi Hassan at ITV Gold Auditorium

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Audience members enjoy an evening of soulful Ghazals as Kamran Mehdi Hassan and accompanying musicians present a live tribute to Mehdi Hassan organized by Music Waves. Photo: ITV GOLD EDISON, N.J. —…