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Indian American Lawmakers Applaud the White House-Brokered Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Deal
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
He underscored that the deal marks a significant step toward ending the devastating 15-month-long conflict in Gaza, providing critical humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians, and reuniting hostages with their families after prolonged captivity.
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Tamil American Krishnamoorthi Introduces Resolution to Designate January as Tamil Language and Heritage Month
By SAH Staff Reporter
Pongal, a festival symbolizing gratitude and prosperity, serves as a unifying occasion for the Tamil community to celebrate with family, friends, and loved ones.Tamil, one of the world’s oldest languages, is spoken by over 80 million people globally.
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‘It is a Blessing that South Asian Immigrants Have Chosen Maryland as Their New Home’
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
In an exclusive interview with South Asian Herald, Brooke Lierman, the 34th Comptroller of Maryland, shared her vision for the state, the pivotal role of immigrants, Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller’s leadership, and strategy for addressing policies from the incoming administration.
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Eric Garcetti Reflects on Oval Office Meeting with Biden and Modi: A Defining Moment of His Tenure
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
Garcetti recalled that President Biden told PM Modi, emphasizing a technological revolution in the area of defense. President Biden said, “The next ten years will change how we fight wars and keep the peace more than the last hundred years have. That technologically, if you are not ready for change, you will be left behind.”
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Department of State Revamps Passport and Visa Services; Streamlines Processing and Online Renewals
By SAH Staff Reporter
In 2024, the Department introduced its largest expansion of passport services in decades, with plans to open six new passport agencies in the coming years to bring essential services closer to millions of Americans. It also achieved the fastest passport processing timeline in over five years, with applicants receiving their documents within 4–6 weeks.
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SUNY Honors Indian American Professor for Breakthrough Hydrogen Storage Technology
By SAH Staff Reporter
“The award recognizes Mahajan’s groundbreaking research in developing a single system for storing and releasing blended hydrogen and methane under near-ambient temperature and pressure conditions. This innovative system addresses the significant challenges associated with efficiently storing and releasing hydrogen on demand.”
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K V Prasad Explores Role of Indian Parliament in Nation’s Foreign Policy in New Book
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
In an exclusive interview with South Asian Herald, Prasad shares his inspiration for writing the book and offers insights into India-US relations under the Biden administration. Drawing on his extensive career spanning over four decades with prominent media outlets such as The Press Trust of India, The Tribune, and The Hindu, Prasad also examines the potential trajectory of India-US relations during President Trump’s second term.
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All Aboard for Cricket: Kerala Gears Up for an Unforgettable Cricket Spectacle
By Ananya Prabhakar
During the inauguration ceremony, Member of Parliament, Ernakulum, Hibi Eden, expressed his delight, saying, “It is a great event, and I am happy to be a part of the activities organized by the Cricket Association for the Blind Kerala. I have known their work for many years and wholeheartedly support all the events conducted by CABK.”
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Historic Milestone: Largest Ever Indian American Representation in U.S. Congress
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
Wit the election of Suhas Subramanyam to the U.S. House of Representatives, Indian American lawmakers celebrated an unprecedented milestone, marking the largest representation of Indian Americans in U.S. history.
Rep. Bera noted he has been committed to ensuring the Indian American representation in US Congress.
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Cognizant’s Ravi Kumar Highlights Indian Diaspora’s Global Impact at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
Ravi Kumar, CEO of Cognizant Technologies, has emphasized the transformative influence of the 35-million-strong Indian diaspora in various fields, highlighting their role in promoting Indian culture as a “global differentiator,” in arts and culture. Kumar urged the diaspora to strengthen ties between India and the world.
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President Droupadi Murmu Hails Indian Diaspora as Global Trailblazers at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
“The Indian Diaspora represents the best of our country. You, the sons and daughters of Bharat, have carried with you not just the knowledge and skills acquired in this sacred land, but also the values and ethos that have been the foundation of our civilization for millennia,” said President Murmu.
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PM Modi Hails Indian Diaspora as “Ambassadors of India” at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman
PM Modi underscores India’s achievements over the last decade, predicting India will become the 3rd largest economy soon. He has always considered the Indian diaspora as ambassadors of India. “I feel immense joy when I meet all of you from around the world, when I converse with you. Your affection, your blessings always stay with me.”
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AAPI Revives Annual ‘Share-the-Warmth’ Initiative to Support Homeless Communities this Winter
By Ananya Prabhakar
AAPI, along with its many local Chapters aims to offer comfort and warmth to the needy across the nation through its Share-the Warmth program.
Keeping with the tradition of extending comfort and warmth to the homeless in the United States this winter season, the generosity extended by AAPI members will benefit thousands of needy people.
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