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OFBJP celebrates Bihar elections victory in North Carolina

The event saw a discussion on the key highlights of the Bihar victory, including the state’s development and progress under the BJP-led coalition government.

Rwittika Chakraborty

- Rwittika Chakraborty
BAPS named winner of London Dangoor Awards 2025
The BAPS wellNESS project focuses on the significant health inequalities experienced by British South Asians.
- Rwittika Chakraborty
BSC karokee of Chicago honour late Indian actor Dharmendra
The program was named the "He-Man" of Bollywood in honour of Dharmendra and was held at the Rana Reagan Center...
- Malvika Choudhary
Brampton temple marks 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur
The ceremony also commemorated the devoted disciples and close companions of Guru Tegh Bahadur

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Mamta Singh makes history as first Indian American elected to Jersey City Council

Singh’s historic rise unfolded alongside Solomon’s resounding mayoral victory.

Mohammed Jaffer

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Hitan Mehta to lead British Asian Trust
He was selected for his deep knowledge of South Asia, his credibility across international philanthropy, and his trusted relationships within...
- Prabhjot Paul Singh
Mayor of Winnipeg felicitates Hiren Shah for his volunteer work
Though it is a common saying that the Western world follows a “hire and fire” policy in work workplace, Hiren...
- Anushka Pathak
Udit Gupta receives Cornell grant for EcoGPT
The grants support projects aimed at cutting AI’s rising energy demands and integrating the technology into climate science.

Entertainment

13th Indian Film Festival held in South Korea

A treat for all film enthusiasts, bringing on a new experience for the people of Gwangju while making the Indian diaspora feel a bit closer to home.

- Malvika Choudhary
Reshma Saujani's nonprofit Moms First announces historic documentary
Saujani said the film aims to confront long-standing structural barriers that have defined mothers’ lives for decades.
- Anushka Pathak
Actress Samantha marries filmmaker Raj Nidimoru
The couple held a private Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony at the Linga Bhairavi Temple in Coimbatore, confirming their relationship after...

Double win at MISAFF for Vinod Kapri's Pyre
- Staff Reporter
The awards were presented by Indian-Canadian film director and screenwriter...
Eric Roberts joins horror film helmed by Indian-American director
- Malvika Choudhary
A recently released poster shows Roberts in priestly attire holding...
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Immigration

California launches portal for public to report alleged ICE wrongdoing

New York's Attorney General Letitia James in October urged the public to submit videos, photos and other evidence of federal immigration raids for her office to review.

Comedian Zarna Garg says Indian Americans back Trump on immigration
While agreeing with Trump's immigration policy, she highlighted her disagreement with the execution of the policy.
December 2025 Visa Bulletin: Visa dates show signs of advancements; EB-4 for certain religious workers renewed
A key development is that U.S. Congress has renewed the EB-4 program for certain religious workers through January 29, 2026.

Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa

U.S. consular officers were ordered to review resumes or LinkedIn...
- Reuters
Indian companies looking at L visa amidst H-1B challenges

Not all H-1B eligible candidates can apply for L-1A or...
- Ishani Duttagupta

Food

New Indian restaurant Malabar to open in Washington

It will replace the existing Rosedale restaurant in Jan. 2026, introducing coastal Indian cuisine.

Sigri Indian BBQ to host franchise open house in New Brunswick
Attendees will receive a tour of the kitchen, observe operational processes, and participate in a live question-and-answer session.
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ADF launches new products in Costco
ADF Foods is a fourth-generation family-owned leader in gourmet frozen

Chef Khanna greets guests with chai outside NY restaurant
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Veeraswamy owner MW Eat sold to Canadian firm

London group behind India-focused restaurants was sold as expansion plans...
- Pranavi Sharma
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Air India updates inflight meal menu across key international routes

The airline said the rollout will be extended to remaining...
- Staff Reporter
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Ritu Saluja-Sharma releases cookbook amid surge in childhood obesity

The cookbook builds on Saluja-Sharma’s Head Heart Hands framework, which...
- Malvika Choudhary
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Diwali Celebration weekend brunch at Navio in The Ritz-Carlton

The event featured a special menu by Executive Sous Chef...
- Dr. Brian Treco
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SPORTS NEWS

Coin toss curse puts India in a million-to-one...

The odds against losing 20 consecutive coin tosses are 1,048,576 to one, a statistical anomaly that Rahul wants to end in the third and final South Africa ODI on Dec. 6...