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Sikh nonprofit serves thousands free Thanksgiving meals across US

The Thanksgiving meal drive is part of LSM's broader mission, which has seen the organization serve over 1 million meals across the US in the past 12 years.

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- Bhavana P
Jain International Trade Organization hosts virtual meeting of DC and Dallas chapters
The event fostered knowledge sharing, mentorship, and collaboration, while promoting Jain values of compassion, integrity, and community development.
- Pranavi Sharma
Saheli Boston to host Nirbhaya 2024 fundraiser in US
Saheli’s work is centered on creating a life free of violence for women and children.
- Pranavi Sharma
India’s Permanent Mission hosts Hindi Diwas in New York
Attendees included Permanent Representatives (PRs) and Deputy PRs of over 40 countries, senior UN officials, academics, diaspora members, and award...

Ekal USA raises funds to transform rural India

The Bay Area Gala raised $3.5M, featuring keynotes, donor pledges, entertainment, and initiatives for rural India.
- Bhavana P
NYC marks international meatless day with Green Hands Movement
- Malvika Choudhary
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National Indo-American Association for Senior Citizens celebrates 25 years
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Duke’s Awaaz 2024 reimagines "Barbie" in South Asian context
- Malvika Choudhary
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Call for probe into deaths in India's town of Sambhal
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Sacramento Gurdwara hosts interfaith gathering
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Nitin Kumbhani to receive honorary degree from Western Virginia University

The honorary degree acknowledges Kumbhani’s significant contributions to the fields of technology and finance and highlights WVU’s commitment to honoring distinguished alumni.

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Amita Shetty to lead UIC's new Data + AI program
The Data + AI program aims to equip undergraduate students with data and AI skills, ethical reasoning, and professional mentorship,...
- Malvika Choudhary
Naresh Vashisht, founder of Omimex Group, shares his journey, philanthropy at Texas A&M, and advice for immigrants
His generous donation to Texas A&M’s College of Medicine, the largest endowed gift it's ever received, resulted in the renaming...
- Pranavi Sharma
The road less traveled: Hubert Vaz-Nayak’s entrepreneurial journey
His story also highlights a growing trend: Indian Americans embracing franchising as a vehicle for meaningful impact and financial independence.

Entertainment

Pushpa 2: Film's craze grips London even before Dec. 5 release

The Tollywood film Pushpa 2: The Rule has taken the international stage by storm, breaking advance booking records as well.

- Malvika Choudhary
‘Bandish Bandits’ season 2 trailer released, show to premiere on December 13
Bandish Bandits Season 2 will stream on Prime Video in India and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
- Malvika Choudhary
Don't get my accent? Ask your Boss: Vir Das makes history at Emmys
Das’s opening monologue, which is now going viral, tackled everything from cultural stereotypes to global politics, weaving humor with pointed...

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey announces retirement at 37
- Malvika Choudhary
Massey is currently working on two films, Yaar Jigri and...
Dilwala Dulhania Le Gaya
- Bollywood Insider
Though this Dilwala ultimately took his Dulhaniya like Raj and...
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Immigration

Trudeau, Poilievre clash over immigration policy in heated House debate

The debate reflects broader concerns over immigration, housing, and labor markets, leaving affected communities—such as international students—grappling with uncertainty.

'American Railroad' musical project showcases untold immigrant stories
The storytelling device of the transcontinental railroad lends itself to showcasing those undersung groups without whom America as we know...
Over 7,000 Indian students in Canada risk deportation over visa scam
Reports indicate that approximately 80 percent of these fake documents belong to students from Gujarat and Punjab in India.

December 2024 Visa Bulletin: Visa dates experience minimal movment

By continuing to use the Dates for Filing chart for...
- Clement C. Chang Esq
Trudeau admits immigration missteps, announces program reforms

The government’s new immigration plan for 2025-2027 reflects a 21...
- Pranavi Sharma

Food

British Indian Good Food Guide unveils top 100 Indian restaurants across UK

The recognition celebrates Indian cuisine’s cultural impact in Britain, strengthening diaspora ties and fostering community pride.

California-based Indian creator's tips to mask 'curry smell' sparks debate
While some viewers found her advice helpful, others accused Chauhan of reinforcing racial stereotypes often used to discriminate against people...
WWF recognizes India’s eating habits as world's greenest
India’s plant-based diet and reliance on grains such as millet were credited for the country’s low environmental footprint.
Avatara- the world’s only Michelin-star vegetarian Indian food restaurant
At Avatara, the dreaded bitter gourd karela, and turnip are dusted with pixie dust and are reinvented as forever young.