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Open Atlas Summit returns to Silicon Valley on Aug. 21

This year’s summit will be held at India Community Center in Milpitas.

Bhavana P

- Staff Reporter
Texas dancers unite for Krishna, Vande Mataram celebration
The event, to be held at Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre on Aug. 22, 2026, will bring to life the enchanting...
- Staff Reporter
American India Foundation raises funds for flood relief in Assam
AIF has launched an emergency appeal to provide food, clean water, hygiene supplies, and other essential relief to flood-affected families...
- Staff Reporter
California to host discussion on Guru Gobind Singh Sahib
The program will also include a book conversation and an interactive question-and-answer session.

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Easha Anand elected to American Law Institute

Anand is also known for her work on Supreme Court practice and procedure, civil rights and prisoners' rights.

Pranavi Sharma

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Satheesh Kathula receives award at American Telugu convention
The award recognizes Kathula for his work in oncology, medical education, public health, and patient care.
- Bhavana P
Dalhousie University honors Indian-origin educators with teaching awards
Sampangi and Sundararajan were honored for advancing inclusive, student-centered education through innovative teaching, equitable learning practices, and leadership that foster...
- Malvika Choudhary
Nirali Shah to lead pediatric gene therapy at University of Maryland
She will also serve as associate director for translational research at the university's comprehensive cancer center.

Entertainment

Neena Gupta, Sumeet Vyas team up for ‘Chumbak’, show to drop on August 28

The show promises to bring back the kind of neighbourhood where front doors were always open, and the neighbours never needed an appointment.

- IANS
Priyanka Chopra teaches Durga Saptashati mantras to daughter Malti
Priyanka Chopra shared a video teaching daughter Malti Durga Saptashati mantras, offering fans a glimpse of their mother-daughter bond.
- AFP
'Spider-Man' breaks record for domestic box office debut
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" broke the domestic opening weekend record, earning $360 million across the United States and Canada.

Arjun Das, Aditi Shankar-starrer 'Once More' to hit screens on August 28
- IANS
The film has been produced by Yuvaraj Ganesan under the...
Suriya: 'Vishwanath & Sons' will be another new identity for me
- IANS
Suriya said Vishwanath & Sons will give him a new...
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Immigration

U.S. govt to expand vetting of social media for visa applicants

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reposted an article on Aug. 6 on X by the Daily Signal that said the State Department is expanding its social media vetting to applicants for more types of visas.

August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Further visa retrogression and unavailability for India
U.S. Congress had previously passed legislation that extends the Employment Fourth Preference Certain Religious Workers (SR) category to September 30,...
India extends Australia consular service hours
VFS Global adds Saturday operations to clear backlog after nationwide service disruption.

US bill revives green card pathway for H-1B visa holders

The measure would cover Dreamers, Temporary Protected Status holders, essential...
- IANS
What this summer’s Supreme Court rulings mean for Indians in America

For the Indian community, this summer's rulings send a mixed...
- Sheetal A. Patel

Food

CGI Inaugurates Shree Krishna Vada Pav in Manchester

The new restaurant brings authentic Indian vegetarian street food to Manchester.

Bihar’s Makhana gains global recognition as first sea shipment reaches Canada
India exported Bihar’s first seven-metric-tonne sea shipment of Makhana to Canada, boosting farmers’ incomes and expanding global market recognition.
Indian restaurant Mona opens in Downtown New Rochelle
The new venture from the family behind Shirley's India expands Indian dining in the city.
Indian American turns kitchen idea into spice startup
The Maple Grove-based company aims to make traditional Indian meals easier for everyday home cooks.