A Season of Connection and Growth


As the holidays approach, we’re reminded of the importance of connection. Whether it’s with loved ones, customers, or the community at large. This December, let’s celebrate the power of connection by creating opportunities for growth and impact.


🎄 For business owners: Take advantage of the holiday momentum to reach new clients and close the year with strong results.

🎉 For entrepreneurs: Use this time to share your vision and build relationships that will carry you into the new year.

For changemakers and leaders: Showcase your initiatives, bring awareness to your cause, and inspire others to join your mission.


No matter where you’re starting from, December is your chance to finish 2024 with purpose and excitement for what’s ahead

This Week's Bulletin

TOP STORIES 

Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Governor Aruna Miller Celebrate Diwali with the South Asian Community

By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman


Referring to Diwali as a celebration of love, life, and family, Moore remarked, “Why Diwali means so much right now is because it’s exactly what we need. It’s exactly the nourishment that our souls require right now. It’s exactly the kind of filling that our hearts are asking for.

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Jared Bernstein Urges Incoming Trump Administration to "Nurture” Existing Policies for the Benefit of the American Economy

By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman



“Nurture the seeds. Don’t stomp on them,” urged Jared Bernstein, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, as his advice to the incoming administration on fostering sustainable growth. However, he expressed support for small, and targeted tariffs

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Contribution of Indian Americans and Finding Voice in the United States: Panel

By Prasad Kunduri, Special To South Asian Herald 


Sharing an anecdote of the deep connection Indians have with the U.S., the Ambassador said during a meeting with President Biden he mentioned that Indians know more about America than Americans know about America. He expressed optimism over the upward trajectory.

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South Asian Hindu Americans Protest Near the White House Demanding Justice for Hindus in Bangladesh

By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman  


Participants pleaded to the Biden-Harris administration to intervene and urge Bangladesh to end the violence in addition to amplifying calls for global recognition of atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh.

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India Poised to Become a $55 Trillion Economic Powerhouse by 2047, Says IMF’s Executive Director Krishnamurthy Subramanian

By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman


Subramanian expressed hope that his message would reach “some investors,” highlighting manufacturing as a critical area for growth, citing the example of Apple’s operations in India. 

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South Asian Americans Win the 2024 Loudoun Innovation Challenge Award in the Lifesciences Technology Category

By T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman


Sharma and Gurung were supported by two other Indian-origin women on VascRisk’s management team,whose collective efforts played a key role in this.  

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Nepal and China: Aiding Ambiguity on BRI

By Sanjay Upadhya


Prior to the visit, Nepal had made much about how it had changed the long-delayed BRI Implementation Framework to the BRI Cooperation Framework based on a rare political consensus. The two parties in the ruling coalition even asserted that they had done so to avoid taking loans from China under its flagship Belt and Road Initiative.

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OTHER TOP HEADLINES

President-elect Trump Nominates Indian American Harmeet Dhillon for Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights

By SAH Staff Reporter  


Throughout her career, Harmeet has stood up to protect our cherished Civil Liberties, including taking on Big Tech for censoring our Free Speech. Dhillon said “I’m extremely honored by President Trump’s nomination 

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Deserted by Love: 1,871 Indian Women Abandoned by NRI Husbands Seek Government Support

By News India Times


In a shocking revelation, the Ministry of External Affairs informed that a total of 1,871 Indian women who married NRIs have been abandoned by their spouses abroad. These shocking figures bring into light the grim reality faced by thousands of women.

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USAID and ISA Join Hands to Combat Climate Crisis and Advance Renewable Energy Adoption

By Ananya Prabhakar 


The collaboration seeks to enhance renewable energy adoption, bolster regional energy interconnections, and advance the creation of a unified grid for efficient large-scale clean power transfer. Itis a key moment in strengthening US-India commitment

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US India Business Council Signs MOU with Government of Telangana

By SAH Staff Reporter


The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focuses on collaboration in sectors such as IT, Artificial Intelligence (AI), electronics, and Global Capability Centers (GCCs). It underscored Hyderabad and Telangana’s growing reputation as a global tech hub said a statement from USIBC. 

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Two Indian American Lawmakers Elected Members of CAPAC for the 119th Congress

By SAH Staff Reporter


Freshman Rep.-elect Subramanyam said “I am honored to join CAPAC’s leadership ranks as the Freshman Representative and serve as a voice for our diverse communities.Subramanyam said that he looked forward to working with “incredible,” leaders

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Creating WAVES Across the Globe: India’s Prasar Bharati Launches Mega OTT Platform

By Ananya Prabhakar


The OTT Platform, launched at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. According to India’s I&B Ministry, it builds on the legacies of Akashvani and Doordarshan, featuring iconic serials and movies, blending India’s culture with modern digital trends.

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Here’s to a December filled with growth, gratitude, and connection


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