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Indian Innovators Bag Diana Legacy Awards

Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ In a celebration of global youth activism and humanitarianism, two young Indian innovators, Uday Bhatia and Manasi Gupta, were honored with the prestigious Diana Legacy Awards. The awards, bestowed by the Diana Award charity in memory of Princess Diana, recognize exceptional young individuals making a significant impact through social action and humanitarian work. Uday Bhatia, the visionary founder of Uday Electric, and Manasi Gupta, the passionate advocate behind Huesofthemind Foundation, were among the 20 recipients honored at a ceremony held at London’s Science Museum, where they received their awards from Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge,...

Teen develops AI apps for healthcare solutions

USA (Commonwealth Union)_ Adrit Rao is not your typical teenager. The 16-year-old Indian American based in Palo Alto, California, has emerged as a prominent figure in the realms of app development and digital health innovation. Despite his young age, Rao has already established a significant presence in these fields, with several of his innovative applications available on the App Store. His journey began at the tender age of 8...

Confronting hate and terror in Silicon Valley 

Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ A group of influential Indian-Americans in Silicon Valley convened a special meeting with senior officials from the Department of Justice, FBI, and local police to address the concerning trend of terrorist activities against India originating from US soil. The meeting, organized by community leader Ajai Jain Bhutoria, focused on the escalating hate crimes targeting Hindu and Jain places of worship in California. Attendees, comprising about two...

Crucial role of Nigerian Diaspora

Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ In a dynamic exchange of ideas at the Nigeria-Canada trade summit held in Lagos, Professor Pat Utomi illuminated the entrepreneurial potential of the Nigerian diaspora in shaping the trajectory of the nation's development. Against the backdrop of Nigeria's paradoxical status as a resource-rich yet economically challenged nation, Utomi underscored the pivotal role diaspora Nigerians play in effecting meaningful change. Central to Utomi's address was the recognition...

Urgent call for Immigration Reform

Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ At a groundbreaking 'Tech Immigration Summit' held at the US Capitol, prominent lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties have joined forces to address the critical issue of the Green Card backlog, particularly affecting Indian professionals, and the challenges surrounding H-1B visas. The summit, convened by the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora (FIIDS), marks a pivotal moment in the push for immigration reform, with...

Predicting Modi’s return

India (Commonwealth Union)_ US Congressman Rich McCormick, a Republican representing Georgia, conveyed steadfast confidence in the likelihood of Prime Minister Narendra Modi securing re-election in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. McCormick attributed this assertion to Modi's widespread popularity and his progressive leadership approach. Reflecting on a recent meeting where he dined with Prime Minister Modi alongside several other congressmen, McCormick emphasized the broad-based appeal Modi enjoys across party lines. Also...

Renewed Connections

Mauritius (Commonwealth Union)_ President Droupadi Murmu of India announced a historic decision granting Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards to the 7th generation of individuals of Indian origin in Mauritius, marking a pivotal moment in fostering a renewed connection with the ancestral homeland. This groundbreaking provision extends the opportunity for younger Mauritians of Indian descent to become overseas citizens of India. Historic youth run for US senate The announcement took...