NRI Pulse Newspaper

21/01/2025

In a tragic incident, Koyyada Ravi Teja, a 26-year-old from Hyderabad, India, was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Washington, DC, January 20, 2025: In a tragic incident, Koyyada Ravi Teja, a 26-year-old from Hyderabad, India, was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025. Teja, who had recently completed his master’s degree in the United States and was actively seeking emplo...

20/01/2025

The Kumbh Mela involves various rituals, with the holy dip being the most significant. Millions of pilgrims participate, believing the sacred bath washes away sins, frees them from the cycle of rebirth, and helps attain Moksha. Alongside the dip, devotees worship on the riverbanks and listen to teachings from sadhus and saints. The Amrit or Shahi Snan, a ceremonial royal bath by saints, is the event’s highlight.

BY JYOTHSNA HEGDE Freezing waters notwithstanding, nearly 15 million devotees and visitors took a dip in the revered rivers on January 13, 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, heralding the onset of the Maha Kumbh Mela. This monumental celebration draws millions of pilgrims seeking spiritual purificat...

19/01/2025

So, you had an amazing India trip – met family back home, spent time with relatives, reconnected with friends, went to class reunions, shopped, and traveled – and now you are back in the US, and are feeling sad! If this has happened to you, then know that you are not alone, says Rekha Pallath

BY REKHA RADHAKRISHNAN* So, you had an amazing India trip – met family back home, spent time with relatives, reconnected with friends, went to class reunions, shopped, and traveled – and now you are back in the US, and are feeling sad! If this has happened to you, then know that you are not alon...

18/01/2025

The fifth U.S. consulate in India was officially inaugurated in Bengaluru on January 17, 2025.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Bengaluru, India, January 17, 2025– To enhance diplomatic and cultural ties between India and the United States, the fifth U.S. consulate in India was officially inaugurated in Bengaluru on January 17, 2025. The event was marked by the presence of India’s External Affairs ...

18/01/2025

Sohail Rauf’s debut novel, is a haunting exploration of blasphemy and the ripple effects of religious fanaticism on individuals, families, and communities. Set against the backdrop of Pakistan’s notorious blasphemy laws, the novel explores the systemic injustices that arise from such accusations.

BY VEENA RAO* Sohail Rauf’s Blasphear is a haunting exploration of blasphemy and the ripple effects of religious fanaticism on individuals, families, and communities. Set against the backdrop of Pakistan’s notorious blasphemy laws, the novel explores the systemic injustices that arise from such ...

17/01/2025

Sai Varsh*th Kandula, a 20-year-old man permanent resident, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for his attempt to attack the White House in May 2023.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Washington, D.C., January 17, 2025 – Sai Varsh*th Kandula, a 20-year-old man of Indian origin, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for his attempt to attack the White House in May 2023. Kandula, who resides in the United States as a lawful permanent resident,...

17/01/2025

Well over 500 revelers flocked the premises of Astro Celebrations in Cu***ng, Georgia on New Year’s Eve to ring in the new year 2025, shimmering in glitz and glamor. Hosted by JustEntertain LLC’s Ali Rangoonwala and Rina Gupta, this event boasted an array of celebrity performers who entertained the attendees with popular Bollywood songs and splendid dance numbers.

BY JYOTHSNA HEGDE Atlanta, GA, January 16, 2025: Well over 500 revelers flocked the premises of Astro Celebrations in Cu***ng, Georgia on New Year’s Eve to ring in the new year 2025, shimmering in glitz and glamor. Hosted by JustEntertain LLC’s Ali Rangoonwala and Rina Gupta, this event boasted...

16/01/2025

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering in Lilavati Hospital after being stabbed by an intruder at his Bandra residence early this morning.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Mumbai, January 16, 2025 – Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering in Lilavati Hospital after being stabbed by an intruder at his Bandra residence early this morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. when a burglar entered the actor’s home through a fire escape. ...

15/01/2025

Through its “Share-the-Warmth” project, AAPI has donated thousands of blankets to the poor and the homeless in shelters across the nation every year.

BY AJAY GHOSH Chicago, IL: January 9, 2025 – “Continuing the tradition of providing comfort and warmth to the needy and the homeless in the United States during this winter season, with the overwhelming support of dozens of chapters, we at the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin ...

14/01/2025

Nisha Desai, an Indian American entrepreneur and the founder of Andav Capital, has filed a lawsuit against PayPal, alleging racial discrimination in its minority investment program.

https://nripulse.com/indian-american-venture-capitalist-sues-paypal-for-racial-discrimination/

13/01/2025

Now owned by Indian American real estate developer and film producer Anita Verma-Lallian, the property was spared in what has been described as a miraculous outcome amidst widespread devastation.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Los Angeles, CA, January 12, 2025: The Pacific Palisades home owned by the late actor Matthew Perry narrowly escaped destruction in the recent wildfires that ravaged the area. Now owned by Indian American real estate developer and film producer Anita Verma-Lallian, the propert...

11/01/2025

After the richness and indulgence of the holiday season, nothing feels more grounding than humble, home-cooked meals—like a warm bowl of dal and fluffy chawal. How about some one-pot rice dishes to go with the dals?

BY LAVANYA SUBRAMANIAN* As the festivities fade and we settle back into our routines, there’s something comforting about gathering together and sharing the simplest, most satisfying foods. After the richness and indulgence of the holiday season, nothing feels more grounding than humble, home-cooke...

10/01/2025

NRI PULSE WEEKEND NEWSLETTER:
Indian American couple makes history by conquering Mount Everest; Indian American doctor loses medical license, faces prison for harboring undocumented women; Comforting dals and rice dishes for snow day! -
https://mailchi.mp/nripulse/fridaynewsroundup-jan10-13367485

10/01/2025

An Indian American rheumatologist has permanently lost her medical license and is facing a 27-month federal prison sentence for harboring two undocumented women from India as household servants for low wages.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Trenton, NJ, January 9, 2025: Dr. Harsha Sahni, an Indian American rheumatologist from Colonia, New Jersey, has permanently lost her medical license and is facing a 27-month federal prison sentence for harboring two undocumented women from India as household servants for low w...

09/01/2025

Harpreet and Navneet Cheema of Ann Arbor, Michigan, achieved a historic milestone on May 23, 2024, by becoming the first Sikh couple to summit Mount Everest.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Ann Arbor, MI, January 8, 2025: Harpreet and Navneet Cheema of Ann Arbor, Michigan, achieved a historic milestone on May 23, 2024, by becoming the first Sikh couple to summit Mount Everest. Their achievement also marked the first time the Nishan Sahib, the Sikh flag, was raise...

09/01/2025

Sky Force, the latest cinematic venture by Jio Studios and Maddock Films, promises to bring to light a lesser-known yet pivotal chapter in India’s military history. Inspired by one of the country’s earliest and most daring air strikes, the film seeks to honor the bravery, sacrifice, and camaraderie of the armed forces.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Sky Force, the latest cinematic venture by Jio Studios and Maddock Films, promises to bring to light a lesser-known yet pivotal chapter in India’s military history. Inspired by one of the country’s earliest and most daring air strikes, the film seeks to honor the bravery, ...

08/01/2025

Dr. Anil explained that without the H-1B visa, his path to U.S. citizenship would have been impossible, and his employer would have faced prolonged difficulties filling a vital healthcare position.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Washington, DC, January 7, 2025: In response to Senator Bernie Sanders' critique of the H-1B visa program, Dr. Anil, a cardiologist practicing in rural Kansas and an alumnus of the University of Utah and Mayo Clinic, emphasized that the program is crucial for addressing workfo...

06/01/2025

While the post was intended to highlight the strides Indian Americans have made in U.S. politics, it was met with an immediate online backlash. Critics accused the lawmakers of prioritizing their ethnic identity over their American identity.

NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT Washington, D.C, January 5, 2025: Congressman Ami Bera’s social media post celebrating the growing representation of Indian Americans in Congress has sparked a wave of backlash, exposing persistent tensions surrounding ethnic identity and representation in American politics....