Community
- Community
Indian American AI Expert Ravi Bapna to Lead Santa Clara Business School
Dr. Ravi Bapna, an Indian-American AI expert, will become dean of Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business on September 1, 2026, transitioning from the University of Minnesota to lead its tech-focused academic strategy.
NRI Herald • Aug 18
- Community
Over 25,000 Gather in San Jose for SWADES 2026 India Celebration
Over 25,000 attendees celebrated India's 80th Independence Day at San Jose's SWADES 2026 festival. Led by Grand Marshal Taapsee Pannu, the event featured a massive 80-float parade, cultural performances, and diverse regional food.
NRI Herald • Aug 17
- Community
NYC Mayor Mamdani Joins Queens India Day Parade
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the city’s first Indian-American mayor, celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day by leading the Queens India Day Parade in Floral Park, praising the South Asian diaspora’s diverse community.
NRI Herald • Aug 16
- Community
Indian American Vikram Manikonda Joins GRVTY Advisory Board
Indian American tech leader Vikram Manikonda joined defense firm GRVTY’s advisory board. He will guide innovations across cyber, space, and spectrum domains, leveraging thirty years of engineering expertise for U.S. national security missions.Show Code
NRI Herald • Aug 14
- Community
Michigan Indian Americans Honor Padma Shri Stephen Knapp at IHPC 2026
Michigan Indian American Community Services honored author Padma Shri Stephen Knapp at the 2026 Indian Heritage Public Speaking Competition in Canton, Michigan, celebrating his contributions to Vedic literature alongside prominent youth and community leaders.
NRI Herald • Aug 11
- Community
L.A. Creator Sachin Kumar Launches New Studio and Indian-American Comedy Series
L.A. creator Sachin Kumar has launched Prema Creative Co. alongside a new 14-part vertical comedy series, "Typecast". Premiering September 7, the show follows an Indian-American actor navigating Hollywood while actively rejecting traditional, reductionist racial stereotypes.
NRI Herald • Aug 10
- Community
7 Indian American Sophomores Win UW-Madison Research Fellowships
Awardees include Sohan Alleshwaram, Adit Bhootra, Tejas Dahiya, Ishpreet Dang, Tirth Mihirbhai Patel, Anikait Patel, and Agastya Rathee. These students will receive funding and faculty mentorship to conduct independent research projects.
NRI Herald • Aug 10
- Community
Shweta Maurya Appointed to California Office of Data and Innovation
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Indian American mechanical engineer Shweta Maurya as Senior Product Manager at the California Office of Data and Innovation. Previously, Maurya managed strategy, operations, and tech programs at Chime and Amazon.
NRI Herald • Aug 8
- Community
Telugu Woman Found Helpless on Dallas Bench; Community Appeals for Information
A distressed Telugu-speaking woman, potentially named Devbhakti Manogya and aged 45–60, was reported staying on a bench outside a court area in Downtown Dallas, Texas and was later assisted by local community members and police who safely transferred her to a shelter
NRI Herald • Aug 7
- Community
Nevada Professor Wins $600K NSF Grant for Farm Robotics
University of Nevada, Reno Assistant Professor Parikshit Maini secured a five-year, $618,201 National Science Foundation CAREER Award for precision agriculture. His project uses cooperating teams of aerial drones and ground vehicles to monitor crop health
NRI Herald • Aug 5
- Community
Indian American Professors Honored With Carolina Teaching Awards
Indian American scholars Snehalkumar “Neil” S. Gaikwad and Montek Singh have won the 2026 Tanner Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
NRI Herald • Aug 5
- Community
Indian Scholar Wins Grant for Gut Microbiome Study at Penn State
Gopi Yalavarthi, a doctoral candidate in nutritional sciences at Penn State from India, won the 2026 Interdisciplinary Innovation Fellowship from the One Health Microbiome Center
NRI Herald • Aug 4
- Community
SiliconAndhra Breaks 3 Guinness Records at Silver Jubilee
On August 1, 2026, SiliconAndhra celebrated its Silver Jubilee at the Oakland Arena by breaking three Guinness World Records, featuring massive ensembles of musicians, drummers, and poets in a historic cultural celebration.
NRI Herald • Aug 4
- Community
South Asian Chai Cafe Opens in Atlanta's West Midtown
Chai Box Cafe, Atlanta's first dedicated South Asian chai cafe, has officially opened at 1963 Howell Mill Road Northwest in West Midtown. Founded by Monica Sunny, serves loose-leaf chai blends, Indian filter coffee, specialty drinks, and house-baked pastries
NRI Herald • Aug 4
- Community
Maryland Leaders Laud Telugu Community's Rising Role
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller praised the Telugu community for its significant contributions to the state’s growth and prosperity, particularly in technology, healthcare, and business. The leaders emphasized the importance of the community's civic engagement and cultural impact
NRI Herald • Aug 3
- Community
Indian American Teen Aryash Shyam Hosts WDIY's Teen Scientist
Aryash Shyam, an Indian American student from Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, hosts Teen Scientist on WDIY 88.1 FM, an NPR member station. The 30-minute program features interviews with top researchers, NASA scientists, and university professors.
NRI Herald • Aug 3
- Community
Diwali Celebration and Dinner
NRI Herald • Nov 13 - Community
Diwali 2026
NRI Herald • Nov 13 - Community
Melody Brahma Music concert
NRI Herald • Oct 19 - Community
Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
NRI Herald • Oct 9 - Community
Gandhi Peace Walk to Mark Gandhi Jayanthi
NRI Herald • Oct 2 - Community
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
NRI Herald • Sep 25 - Community
Onam 2026: Grand Celebration of Kerala's Harvest Festival
NRI Herald • Sep 11 - Community
KANJ Mega Onam 2026
NRI Herald • Sep 11 - Community
Community Celebrates New Year Festivals and Spring Arrival
Happy New Year - Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Kashmiri New Year. Spring is finally here!
NRI Herald • Sep 5
- Community
HATS SPORTS DAY
NRI Herald • Aug 14 - Community
Maryland Governor Praises Telugu Community At ATA Meet
NRI Herald • Aug 5 - Community
Wes Moore, Aruna Miller highlight Telugu community’s growing impact on Maryland
NRI Herald • Aug 3 - Community
Maryland Governor Wes Moore hails Telugus for driving State’s growth
NRI Herald • Aug 3 - Community
Telugu language, culture take centre stage at ATA conference in the United States
NRI Herald • Aug 1 - Community
A Day in the Park with Your MMA Family
NRI Herald • Jul 24 - Community
Historic Recognition for the American Telugu Association(ATA) on the Floor of the United States
NRI Herald • Jul 22 - Community
Annual Diwali Celebration 2026
Join us for an evening of cultural performances, traditional food, and fireworks to celebrate Diwali. Open to all community members. RSVP via the link below.
NRI Herald • Jul 20 - Community
Local Indian American Community Hosts Annual Diwali Charity Drive
The Indian American Cultural Association of Austin organized its third annual Diwali charity drive, collecting over 500 pounds of food and raising $12,000 for local food banks. Volunteers from across the diaspora community participated in the weekend-long event.
NRI Herald • Jul 20 - Community
NEOTA Picnic 2026 Set for Strongsville, Ohio
NEOTA PICNIC 2026 surendragoud Mon, 07/20/2026 - 13:21 RSVP Link : https://www.neota.org/2026picnicrsvp Address : Albion Woods Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136
NRI Herald • Jul 20 - Community
Stage Show
NRI Herald • Jul 11 - Community
Bay Area Housing Webinar: Buy, Sell, or Wait?
Learn how today’s economic and policy changes may impact your real estate decisions. We’ll Cover:📈 Is now the right time to buy, sell, or wait?🏡 Current Bay Area housing
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
MAALA Onam 2026 event announced for July 6
MAALA Onam 2026 MAALA Onam 2026 santhosh Mon, 6 Jul 2026 - 13:00
NRI Herald • Jul 6 - Community
Bay Area Diwali Mela 2026
Community Diwali celebration with food stalls, cultural performances, children's activities, and a fireworks display. Organised by Bay Area Indian Cultural Association.
NRI Herald • Jul 4 - Community
Hypertension Affects 35-43% of South Asian Adults in U.S.
Hello! It's me again, this time bringing you Primary Hypertension, an extremely important health condition which is rapidly rising among Indians in the US. Large scale studies such as the MASALA study report that hypertension affects roughly 35-43% of South Asian adults in the US. Asian Indians in the U.S. have a signi
NRI Herald • Jun 30
- Community
Badminton Tournament 2026 Announced with $25 Entry Fee
Badminton Tournament - 2026 surendragoud Mon, 06/29/2026 - 11:46 RSVP : https://www.neota.org/2026badminton Particpating fee - $25 per partcipant
NRI Herald • Jun 29 - Community
Community Summer Picnic 2026 Announced
Summer is here, and what better way to embrace the warmth and sunshine than with a delightful picnic? We are
NRI Herald • Jun 28 - Community
Tanjore Painting Workshop 2026
NRI Herald • Jun 27 - Community
Bahurangi
NRI Herald • Jun 24 - Community
COMA 5K Run 2026 Unites Community at Glacier Ridge
May was a remarkable month for our community, a month that showcased the very values that define COMA: compassion, unity, resilience, and the joy of coming together. Coma 5K Run 2026, Run for Nimil The highlight of the month was undoubtedly the COMA 5K Run 2026, held at Glacier Ridge Metro Park. More ...
NRI Herald • Jun 21
- Community
International Yoga Day 2026
NRI Herald • Jun 20 - Community
Annual Picnic
NRI Herald • Jun 20 - Community
American Telugu Association Beauty Pageant 2026 Winners
NRI Herald • Jun 18 - Community
SARGAM Picnic
NRI Herald • Jun 12 - Community
American Telugu Association’sJuly 2022 DC Conference Grand Kickoff anEnormous Success
NRI Herald • May 16 - Community
American Telugu Association (ATA) Curtain Raiser Attracts 700 Attendees, Boosts Support for 19th ATA Conference in Baltimore
NRI Herald • Feb 9 - Community
Indian Motel Manager Arrested in L.A. Sex Trafficking Crackdown
An Indian-origin motel manager, Mukeshkumar Rambhai Ahir, was arrested in Los Angeles as part of a sweeping federal crackdown on a major sex trafficking network.
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
Indian-American Teen Creates Pesticide-Removal Method for Produce
Thirteen-year-old Indian-American student Arika Kundu from Minnesota created LIGNEX, a biosorption method that transforms discarded peanut-shell waste into a natural material to trap and remove pesticide residues from fresh fruits and vegetables.
NRI Herald • Aug 1
- Community
Indian American Bioengineer Joins Virginia Science Academy
George Mason University bioengineering professor Siddhartha Sikdar has been elected to the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (VASEM). His election positions him to directly advise state leaders and shape public policy regarding biomedical and healthcare technologies
NRI Herald • Jul 29
- Community
Texas University Gets Fellowship From Indian American Couple
An Indian American couple, Jyoti P. Bhatia and Nishi Bhatia, has established a new endowed graduate fellowship at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas)
NRI Herald • Jul 29
- Community
BITS Pilani Gets $1M From Indian American CEO For Women Scholarships
BITS Pilani has received a permanent $1 million scholarship endowment from Indian-American global business leader Revathi Advaithi, the CEO of Fortune 500 company Flex, and her husband, Jeevan Mulgund
NRI Herald • Jul 27
- Community
San Marcos Hindus Create Cultural Sanctuary
A dedicated community of Indian faculty members in San Marcos, Texas, has created a vibrant cultural and spiritual sanctuary known as Sri Sanatan Dham
NRI Herald • Jul 26
- Community
ISW India Day 2026 to Honor India's 79th Independence Day
India Society of Worcester (ISW) is anchoring one of New England’s premier cultural events, ISW India Day 2026. The free public gathering honors India's 79th Independence Day while commemorating ISW’s 63rd year of dedicated community service
NRI Herald • Jul 25
- Community
Indian-American Doctor Racially Harassed Over Wearing Bindi
Dr. Karishma Reddy, a board-certified Indian-American plastic surgeon, faced a massive wave of racist and xenophobic abuse online after posting a light-hearted video about wearing a bindi
NRI Herald • Jul 24
- Community
Dwarkesh Patel & Shama Hyder Earn Spots on TIME100 Creators List
Two Indian American digital trailblazers have earned spots on the prestigious 2026 TIME100 Creators list. The annual list by TIME Magazine honors the world’s most influential digital voices, podcasters, educators, and innovators who are shaping global culture and commerce
NRI Herald • Jul 24
- Community
Indian man loses life in Detroit after two-wheeler struck by vehicle; cerebral fat embolism reported
Nithyanand Reddy Gannu, a 26-year-old Indian man from the Nirmal district in Telangana, was declared dead following a devastating road accident near Detroit, Michigan. The tragic crash occurred on July 18, 2026, near Ann Arbor when the two-wheeler he was riding was struck by a car
NRI Herald • Jul 24
- Community
Diaspora Remittances Hit $135B, Boosting India's Economy
India secured the top spot in global remittances, hitting a record $135.46 billion. These inflows provide a massive economic boost by covering nearly half of India's trade deficit and outpacing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as a highly stable source of foreign exchange
NRI Herald • Jul 23
- Community
Indian American Professor's AI Research Accepted at Premier Conference
Indian-origin computer scientist Dr. Nitin Agarwal, a professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has achieved recognition with his research accepted at the 39th Annual Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems, a premier venue for AI and machine learning
NRI Herald • Jul 22
- Community
Indian American Biotech Leader Heads Maryland Women Entrepreneur Institute
Dr. Arti Santhanam, an accomplished Indian American scientist and biotechnology leader, has been named the chair of the Institute for Women Entrepreneur Excellence (IWEE) board of directors for the 2026–2027 term
NRI Herald • Jul 22
- Community
Arvind Raman, Indian-Origin, Steps In After AI Security Chief Chris Fall Resigns
Indian-origin academic Dr. Arvind Raman has stepped in as the interim director of the U.S. Center for AI Standards and Innovation following the abrupt resignation of its chief, Chris Fall. Fall vacated the position in July 2026 after serving just three months in office.
NRI Herald • Jul 21
- Community
Indian American Dr. Arabinda Pani Named CMO at HCA Houston Kingwood
Dr. Arabinda Pani, a Harvard Medical School graduate with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed Chief Medical Officer at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood. He will lead clinical quality and hospital administration in the Lake Houston region
NRI Herald • Jul 21
- Community
Indian-American Groups Host Farewell For Consul General Somnath Ghosh
More than 50 Indian-American organizations came together to host a heartfelt community farewell reception for India’s Consul General in Chicago, Somnath Ghosh, on July 19, 2026
NRI Herald • Jul 21
- Community
Indian American Teen Wins Miss Georgia USA Title for First Time
Kiran Reddy made history on June 30, 2026, by becoming the first Indian American to win the Miss Georgia Teen USA title
NRI Herald • Jul 21
- Community
Ohio Doctor Jailed for Bathroom Voyeurism
Indian-origin former medical resident, Advait Deshmukh, was sentenced in Ohio to six months in jail for secretly filming women in staff restrooms. He pleaded guilty in May 2026 to one count of attempted tampering with evidence and seven counts of voyeurism
NRI Herald • Jul 21
- Community
Indian American Entrepreneur Launches Culturally Blended Flor de India Hotel in San Juan
Entrepreneur Preeti invested $4 million to transform a 1929 historic San Juan landmark into Flor de India, an adults-only boutique hotel blending Spanish architecture with rich Indian artistic design.
NRI Herald • Jul 19
- Community
Indian Family Receives HOA Warning Over Traditional Housewarming Décor
After buying a new home, Deora's family held a traditional Griha Pravesh ceremony and decorated their house. Days later, they received an HOA violation notice, stating the decorations had remained too long and must be removed immediately or face significant fines.
NRI Herald • Jul 19
- Community
LeapHope Scales Culturally Tailored Therapy for Indian Diaspora
LeapHope is scaling its U.S. online platform with more specialists in adult, couples, child and family therapy to meet the distinct mental health needs of Indian-origin families shaped by migration, cultural adjustment and cross-border responsibilities.
NRI Herald • Jul 18
- Community
Fremont Hindu Temple Hosts Meet-and-Greet With Chief Floyd Mitchell
Fremont Hindu Temple devotees hosted a meet-and-greet with Police Chief Floyd Mitchell, strengthening community ties and fostering open dialogue about public safety and local diversity. The event highlighted the community's commitment to collaboration with local law enforcement.
NRI Herald • Jul 17
- Community
Trump Plan to Replace Undocumented Drivers Hits Indian American Truckers
President Donald Trump's newly announced plan to replace undocumented truck drivers with U.S. military veterans is generating significant concern among Indian American and South Asian trucking networks, particularly within the Punjabi and Sikh communities
NRI Herald • Jul 17
- Community
Patiala University Launches Online Punjabi Course For Diaspora Kids
Punjabi University will soon launch an online Punjabi language course for children of Indian diaspora in the US, Canada, UK and other countries. The course will help them learn the language and stay connected with their cultural roots
NRI Herald • Jul 15
- Community
NJ Indian-American Student Fights for Swastika's True Meaning
In New Jersey, student Mira Trivedi is on a mission to clarify the misunderstanding surrounding the swastika, often mistakenly associated with Nazi imagery. Advocating for its roots in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, she initially faced obstacles but has since garnered support from Hindu community.
NRI Herald • Jul 14 - Community
Vin Gopal and NJ Lawmakers Celebrate New Beach Safety Law
New Jersey State Senator Vin Gopal, representing the 11th Legislative District, gathered with fellow lawmakers and local officials on July 13, 2026, to celebrate the unanimous passage of Senate Resolution 72 (SR72), a legislative milestone designed to bolster safety and expand workplace protections across New Jersey beaches
NRI Herald • Jul 14
- Community
IIT Delhi Alumnus Vinayak Agarwal Wins $100K Bridge Award
Georgia Tech Associate Professor Vinayak Agarwal has been named a recipient of the Bridge Award by the Research Corporation for Science Advancement (RCSA), a U.S based nonprofit organization supporting scientific research and STEM education.
NRI Herald • Jul 14
- Community
Indian-American Raj Shah Wins NLGI Top Individual Award
Dr. Raj Shah, an eminent Indian-American chemical engineer and scientist, was honored with the prestigious Achievement Award from the National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI). Presented at the Institute's annual meeting in Palm Springs, California, this accolade stands as NLGI’s highest individual honor.
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
3 Indian American Tech Executives Join NVTC Board of Directors
Three prominent Indian American technology executives Kavita Kalatur, Manish Malhotra, and Anil Sharma have been elected to the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) board of directors as part of its incoming Class of 2029.
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
Indian PhD Student Naman Agrawal Wins Cornell Teaching Award
Naman Agrawal, a doctoral candidate in neurobiology and behavior, received Cornell University's 2025-26 Cornelia Ye Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award. Presented by Cornell's Center for Teaching Innovation, the award honors exceptional international graduate teaching assistants.
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
RISM Offers 80% Scholarship to Top 20% Students Across 5 New Courses
RISM is offering an 80% tuition scholarship to the top 20% of students across five newly launched B.Tech and BBA courses at its Bengaluru campus starting from the August 2026 academic session.
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
Indian American Students Named Science Challenge Finalists
Five Indian-origin students are among the 10 national finalists for the prestigious 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge, the United States' premier middle school STEM competition
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
How Right-Wing Influencers Sparked a Wave of Anti-Indian Sentiment in Frisco, Texas
Frisco, Texas, has become a focal point for rising anti-Indian bias driven by right-wing influencers and outside commentators. These groups have circulated conspiracy theories alleging housing scams, H-1B visa fraud, and a demographic "takeover" to amplify local xenophobia
NRI Herald • Jul 13
- Community
7-Year-Old Daughter of Migrant Laborers Raped and Murdered in UP Mall Basement; Two Detained
The victim lived with her parents, who are migrant laborers, in a temporary shelter at the construction site. She went missing on the evening of July 10, 2026, and her body was discovered in the mall's basement around 1:00 AM on July 11
NRI Herald • Jul 12
- Community
India's First Dedicated Museum in Washington DC
The India Heritage Center is developing a $12–$14 million museum in Washington, D.C., to showcase 11,000 years of India's civilization. The 20,000-square-foot, 10-gallery facility will feature immersive technology, educational spaces, and an auditorium to highlight India's cultural journey. Learn more at The India Heritage Center.
NRI Herald • Jul 12
- Community
Bengaluru Man Arrested After Obscene Gesture at Woman During Flipkart Delivery
A 22-year-old Flipkart delivery executive, identified as Vijay Mallikarjun Kamat, was arrested by the Bengaluru police after allegedly forcing his way into a woman's apartment and exposing his private parts to her
NRI Herald • Jul 12
- Community
UAE Beats US, Bangladesh to Become India's 2nd-Largest Source of International Students
UAE has emerged as India’s second-largest source of international students, accounting for 7% of total foreign enrollments in Indian higher education. This data is highlighted in the latest All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) report, which shows Nepal leading with 24.1% of all international students in the country.
NRI Herald • Jul 12
- Community
Indian Temporary Resident in B.C. Avoids Jail for Sexual Assault After Guilty Plea
Karandeep Singh, a 24-year-old temporary resident from India living in Canada since 2023, received 170 days of house arrest and 18 months of probation after pleading guilty to a June 2024 sexual assault in Prince George, British Columbia.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Mount Sinai Appoints Acclaimed Cardiologist Dr. Samin K. Sharma as Clinical Cardiology Chief
Mount Sinai has appointed renowned Indian-American cardiologist Dr. Samin K. Sharma as Chief of Clinical Cardiology. Dr. Sharma brings extensive expertise in complex coronary interventions to lead the institution's clinical operations.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
IAS Officer Dr. Raju Narayana Swamy Releases 37th Book on IPR in Chicago
IAS officer Dr. Raju Narayana Swamy released his 37th book on Intellectual Property Rights in Chicago, analyzing how emerging technologies like AI and blockchain impact global patent laws and innovation.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Karnataka HC Allows US Green Card Holder to Depose via Video in Late Husband’s Will Case
Karnataka High Court relaxed its strict virtual hearing guidelines to permit a 71-year-old senior citizen residing in the United States to record her evidence via videoconference directly from her home. The ruling bypasses the usual requirement of visiting an Indian Embassy, aiming to fast-track an uncontested probate petition for her late husband's will that has faced over a year of procedural delays.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Indian-Origin Google Executive Sheetal Wrzesien Killed In Domestic Violence
In a shocking domestic violence incident in Georgia, a man is charged after allegedly shooting his son and killing his wife. The injured son sought refuge with neighbors while Sheetal Wrzesien, the victim, a tech leader, was lying dead inside the house.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Indian-American Teen Riddhi Chauhan Leads 300 Navy Cadets in New York NJROTC Program
17-year-old Indian-American high school student who has achieved national recognition as the Battalion Commanding Officer of her school's Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) unit. Holding the highest student rank in the program, she commands a battalion of nearly 300 fellow cadets
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Indian Truck Drivers in Australia Face Death Threats Via CB Radio
Indian truck drivers in Australia, many now citizens filling critical labor shortages, face escalating racism including explicit death threats like "A good Indian is a dead Indian" aired over CB radios on highways.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
Indian-Origin Academics Eligible for PM Research Chair Scheme
Eminent Indian-origin scholars can establish prestigious research chairs at India's premier institutions through the Prime Minister’s Research Chair Scheme, enabling sustained collaboration, mentoring, and joint projects.
NRI Herald • Jul 11
- Community
PwC Employee Works From India, Lies About Location, Claims Boss Bullied
A former PwC senior associate, Jasch Asher, secretly moved to India in September 2024 without permission, violating his contract. After internet and access card data exposed his location, he refused to return to Ireland and later claimed his supervisor bullied him.
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
MacKenzie Scott Donates $20M to Active Minds to Combat Youth Mental Health Crisis
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $20 million to Active Minds, a premier nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and education among young adults and students
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
Indian American Doctors Mark 250th US Anniversary at Tampa Event
At the 2026 AAPI convention in Tampa, Indian-American physicians celebrated milestones, launching a global health alliance with the Reliance Foundation and honoring Nita Ambani for humanitarian contributions.
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
Amit Chakma: International Education Value Lies in Cross-Market Opportunities
Professor Amit Chakma, Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Western Australia (UWA), emphasized that the core value of international education lies in its ability to open diverse workforce and academic opportunities across global markets
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
UGC Approves Victoria University Australia Campus in Gurugram
Australia's Victoria University (VU) secured formal approval from the UGC to open a campus in Gurugram, Delhi-NCR. Opening for the academic session in August 2026
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
How Gujarati Immigrants Built a Hotel Legacy From Handshake Loans
Early Gujarati immigrants like Kanji Desai crossed borders secretly, leased the first Indian-operated hotel in Sacramento during WWII internment, then used handshake loans to help newcomers lease properties and bring families, creating a proven path to ownership that spread nation
NRI Herald • Jul 10 - Community
NASA Astronaut Anil Menon Set for July 14 Mission to ISS
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Dr. Anil Menon is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on July 14, 2026, for a landmark eight-month mission
NRI Herald • Jul 10 - Community
Sunita Chandrasekaran to Lead Team Preparing America’s Next-Gen 2029 Supercomputer 'Discovery'
Indian American AI researcher Sunita Chandrasekaran is leading a University of Delaware team tapped to help stress-test and prepare Discovery, the next-generation U.S. Department of Energy supercomputer slated for a 2029 launch at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
FIU Energy Researcher Arif Sarwat Wins 2026 World Class Faculty Award
Arif Sarwat, an Indian American professor at Florida International University (FIU), has received the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance's 2026 World Class Faculty Award for his contributions to regional economic competitiveness.
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
Indian Embassy Warns US Diaspora of Fraudulent Calls Spoofing Diplomatic Lines
Indian Embassy and Consulates across the US have issued urgent scam alerts warning the diaspora of fraudsters impersonating diplomatic officials and spoofing official phone numbers to steal personal information and extort money
NRI Herald • Jul 10
- Community
Osmania University Secures Record 151 ICCR Scholarships for International Students
Osmania University has secured 151 fully funded ICCR scholarships for international students, covering tuition, living expenses, and airfare for undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs
NRI Herald • Jul 9
- Community
'We Don't Advertise': Indian-Origin Philanthropist Shuns Spotlight After Historic $5.5M Texas Hospital Donation
Sunita and Brij Agarwal, an Indian-American couple, made a record $5.5 million donation to St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital in Texas. Despite the massive contribution, Sunita Agarwal expressed her discomfort with the publicity, stating, "We don't advertise" and "we don't like to discuss it".
NRI Herald • Jul 9
- Community
16 Ashoka University Students Secure Top International Scholarships for US, UK, and Europe
Sixteen students and alumni from Ashoka University secured a record-breaking 18 prestigious international scholarships. These scholars will pursue advanced higher education at leading institutions across the UK, US, Europe, and Singapore.
NRI Herald • Jul 8
- Community
Indian American Scientist Wins $4M NIH Grant to Study Autoimmune Diseases
Dr. Chandra Mohan, a biomedical engineering researcher at the University of Houston, received a $4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. He is leading a 10-year longitudinal study to identify the earliest biological triggers of Systemic Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases.
NRI Herald • Jul 8
- Community
Indian American Researchers Win Prestigious Jackson Professorships at UW-Madison
The University of Wisconsin-Madison appointed Indian-origin researchers Shubhra Pasayat and Chirag Gupta as Dugald C. Jackson Assistant Professors in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
NRI Herald • Jul 8
- Community
Indian-American Community Float Wins Best Non-Commercial Award at Fremont’s 4th of July Parade
The collaborative float presented by the Festival of Globe (FOG), the Federation of Indo-Americans (FIA) of Northern California, and the Fremont Hindu Temple & Cultural Center officially won the Best Float Award (1st Prize in the Non-Commercial Float category) at the 2026 City of Fremont’s Fourth of July Parade
NRI Herald • Jul 8
- Community
India Surpasses UK as Australia’s Top Source of Skilled Migrants
India officially surpassed England as the largest overseas-born population in Australia, with over 970,000 Indian-born residents. This historic milestone marks a fundamental shift away from Australia’s historically British-derived majority
NRI Herald • Jul 8
- Community
Community and Consulate Effort Brings Indian Woman Home
An Indian woman left homeless on Chicago streets after mental health struggles has been reunited with her family in India through coordinated help from volunteers, social worker Lucia, and the Indian Consulate. This story shows how quiet persistence by community groups like TEAM
NRI Herald • Jul 7
- Community
2nd Annual Indian Food Festival Returns to LA Sept 26
LA's 2nd Annual Indian Food Festival brings the community together for a vibrant celebration of Indian cuisine and culture. When & where : September 26, 2026, 12-5 PM at the 8,000-capacity Compound Event Center Enjoy DJ sets, vendors, shopping, and bar in an all-ages outdoor sett
NRI Herald • Jul 7
- Community
Indian American Researcher Sarit Bhaduri Gets University of Toledo Emeritus Status
Indian American researcher recognized for transformative contributions to biomedical engineering and bone tissue technologies.
NRI Herald • Jul 6
- Community
Indian American Ashok Iyengar Appointed Global Services Head
Indian American tech veteran to steer digital services firm’s sales strategy across 21 offices internationally.
NRI Herald • Jul 6