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U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said his direct access to President Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior administration officials has helped him resolve problems faster for American businesses in India, allowing the U.S. Embassy to cut through bureaucratic delays and deliver quicker results.

Democratic Indian-origin Congressman Ro Khanna used the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit on Monday, June 29, to make a strong case for building the U.S.-India relationship around shared democratic values, while sharply criticizing President Donald Trump's foreign and immigration policies.

The U.S.-India relationship has grown from limited diplomatic engagement into one of the world's most important strategic partnerships, driven as much by personal connections as government policy, former U.S. Ambassador to India Kenneth I Juster said at the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit.

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San Francisco Unicorns opener Finn Allen believes the team's balanced squad and measured use of artificial intelligence are helping drive its impressive run in the 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC) season after the Unicorns wrapped up the Oakland leg with a commanding eight-wicket win over Washington Freedom on Sunday, June 28.

San Francisco Unicorns wrapped up the Oakland leg of the 2026 Major League Cricket season in emphatic fashion, crushing Washington Freedom by eight wickets after chasing down a challenging target of 191 in just 15.1 overs on Sunday, June 28.

Seattle Orcas ended the Oakland leg of the 2026 Major League Cricket season with a 20-run win over Los Angeles Knight Riders on Sunday, June 28, thanks to a stunning late assault by Dasun Shanaka and a disciplined bowling display that derailed the chase after a promising start.

Researchers have reported encouraging early findings for a new experimental treatment that could improve the way glioblastoma, one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer, is treated.

Ireland created history on Sunday, June 28, by defeating T20 World Cup champions India by one run in the second T20I in Belfast, completing a 2-0 series sweep and securing their first-ever series win over India in any format.

Indian-origin Mahendra Patel has been elected Chair of the Parsippany Democratic Committee, while fellow Indian American Sangeeta Desai was elected Secretary, marking another milestone for the township's growing Indian American political leadership.

The United States and Iran are set to hold talks in Doha on Tuesday, June 30, as both countries look to ease tensions and settle their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz following nearly two weeks of fragile peace.

A legal expert has said that a recent court order seeking more information before dismissing the criminal case against the Adani Group is a normal part of the U.S. legal process and is unlikely to delay the government's request to drop the charges.

Some cricketers scored runs, Sir Vivian Richards changed the way opponents felt before the first ball was bowled. Wearing only his maroon cap against the fastest bowlers in the world, chewing gum with complete calm, Sir Viv walked to the crease as if pressure belonged to the opposition. In an era without helmets and with fearsome fast bowling, he refused to blink. His swagger was never about style alone, it was a statement of confidence, courage and Caribbean pride. Bowlers knew they were not si

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted her side needs to reassess its approach against top opposition after Australia's record-breaking six-wicket victory at Lord's knocked the Women in Blue out of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday, June 29.

There is a lot of misinformation around Indus Waters Treaty(IWT) which is being spread through various articles appearing in newspapers/magazines/online forums including in Pakistan. Articles by so-called elites or scholars are nothing but general rhetoric to create public perception in Pakistan, devoid of facts. Although India has kept the Treaty in abeyance, its important to look into the real issues about so-called water scarcity widely reported in Pakistan.

India and the United States are expanding cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and critical minerals, with senior officials from both countries saying the partnership is moving beyond policy discussions to concrete projects aimed at building resilient technology supply chains.

Washington Freedom pulled off one of the most remarkable victories of the Major League Cricket season, edging Texas Super Kings by one wicket off the final ball in a thrilling chase of 186.

The Indian Navy will participate in celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, with its sail training vessel INS Sudarshini arriving at the Port of Baltimore in Maryland as part of its transoceanic expedition, Lokayan 26.

By Nidhi Srivatsan- Authentic Nepalese flavors are drawing diners from across the San Francisco Bay Area to the The Gurkha Kitchen, where traditional momos, thalis, noodles, and curries have become the centerpiece of a growing culinary success story. Founded by Nepali entrepreneurs Narayan Khanal, Anil Panta, and Santosh Giri, the restaurant chain first opened in []

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, saying India is emerging as a global power with an increasingly important role in international decision-making, while also highlighting the growing strength of the U.S.-India partnership.

OpenAI announced on Friday, June 26, that its new GPT-5.6 family of artificial intelligence models will initially be released only to a limited group of trusted partners after the company agreed to a U.S. government request to restrict the rollout while federal authorities develop a framework for evaluating advanced AI systems.

The San Francisco Unicorns pulled off one of the most dramatic victories of the 2026 Major League Cricket season, defeating the Seattle Orcas by two wickets after chasing down 192 with two balls to spare at the Oakland Coliseum on Friday, June 26. Lhuan-dre Pretorius starred with a blistering 87 off 39 balls before Brody Couch's unbeaten late cameo guided the Unicorns over the line in a thrilling finish.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed Indian origin attorney Bhanu Sadasivan to serve as a judge on the Santa Clara County Superior Court.

Donovan Ferreira delivered a match-winning all-round performance as Texas Super Kings defeated MI New York by six wickets in a low-scoring Major League Cricket contest at Oakland Coliseum on Friday, June 26. Ferreira claimed 3/14 with the ball before finishing unbeaten on 18 to guide TSK to 132/4 in pursuit of 128, lifting the team to second place in the standings.

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor sought to reassure Indian students, professionals, and businesses that the Trump administration's immigration reforms are not aimed specifically at India, saying the changes are part of a broader effort to overhaul the United States immigration system while emphasizing that bilateral ties between the two countries will continue to expand.

Om Malik, a pioneering Indian American technology journalist, entrepreneur and founder of GigaOm, died June 24 at Stanford Hospital following a heart-related illness. He was 59.

Pakistans recent claims projecting an impending water crisis in the Indus Basin and attributing river flow variations to upstream actions fail to withstand scrutiny when examined against Pakistans own hydrological data, reservoir records, and operational realities. A closer assessment of the evidence reveals a markedly different pictureone defined not by systemic scarcity, but by abundant inflows, significant downstream escapages, and longstanding structural limitations in water management.

The Seattle Orcas registered a commanding 88-run victory over the Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum on Thursday, June 25, riding on explosive batting performances from Shimron Hetmyer and Marcus Stoinis, followed by a five-wicket haul from Jasdeep Singh. Seattle posted 227/6 before bowling out Washington for 139 in 16.2 overs.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that an Indian passport has never been considered conclusive proof of citizenship under Indian law, following a controversy sparked by remarks made during Passport Seva Divas celebrations a day earlier. The ministry said the legal position has remained unchanged since the Passports Act, 1967, came into force and was not introduced by the current government.

The Trump administration is preparing to launch an artificial intelligence-powered overhaul of the U.S. immigration system, including a new mobile application designed to speed up visa processing, reduce paperwork, and improve the efficiency of legal immigration services, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told lawmakers on Thursday, June 25, during a hearing before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security.

Indian American physician and educator Dr. Kunal Patel has been appointed assistant dean for student affairs at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.

The Bay Area witnessed a massive wave of cricket enthusiasm as the official Texas Super Kings Fan Fest took over Cupertino. Presented by Radio Zindagi 1550 AM, the exclusive Meet & Greet event brought local fans face-to-face with their favorite cricket icons for an unforgettable evening of sports, music, and community spirit.

The Trump administration declared that the United States has effectively closed its doors to asylum seekers and pledged to continue expanding deportations, as White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller outlined the administration's immigration agenda during remarks to reporters at the White House. Miller said the administration has negotiated agreements with other countries to receive asylum seekers instead of allowing them to remain in the United States, while defending stricter border en

The United States on Thursday, June 25, unveiled a series of initiatives to strengthen cooperation with trusted international partners on artificial intelligence (AI), critical minerals, and advanced manufacturing during the second Pax Silica Summit in Washington.

Seattle Orcas delivered their best performance of the season with a dominant 88-run victory over Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum on June 25.

Amazon plans to invest a total of $48 billion in India between 2026 and 2030, including major investments in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud infrastructure, e-commerce, exports, and job creation. The announcement was made June 25, following a meeting between Amazon President and CEO Andy Jassy and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Prime Minister's Office in New Delhi.

Cricket fans turned out at Oakland Coliseum on Wednesday as Cognizant Major League Cricket opened its Oakland leg, but many left disappointed after the Texas Super Kings defeated the San Francisco Unicorns by 22 runs and star off-spinner Ravi Ashwin did not play.

An Indian national living in the United States illegally has pleaded guilty to taking part in a scheme that staged armed robberies at convenience stores so fake crime victims could apply for immigration benefits, an official news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts, stated.

indica News Bureau- During a June 24 congressional hearing on the future of the U.S. payments system, lawmakers and fintech executives pointed to Indias Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as a successful example of how modern public payment infrastructure can drive innovation, as Congress examined whether non-bank payment companies should be granted direct access to Americas []

indica News Bureau- India and the United States discussed expanding cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), trusted supply chains, and critical minerals during a high-level meeting between senior technology and diplomatic officials in Washington, according to the Embassy of India. The discussions took place, June 24, when Secretary of Indias Ministry of Electronics and Information []

Amshi de Silva starred with the ball as Texas Super Kings defeated San Francisco Unicorns by 22 runs in the opening match of the Major League Cricket Oakland leg at the Oakland Coliseum on Wednesday, June 24.

Valley Health System has appointed Indian-origin physician Dr. Puneeta Sharma as its Vice President while expanding her responsibilities as Chief Medical Officer for Valley Medical Group, the health system announced on Tuesday, June 23.

By Mayank Chhaya- In just about six months after he took over as the Mayor of New York, Zohran Mamdani has pulled off the feat of becoming a kingmaker within the Democratic Partys progressive wing. From a barely known New York assembly member, who announced his candidacy for New York Mayor on October 24, 2024, []

More than 13,000 young athletes across the United States took part in LA28's Day of Sport celebrations this week, highlighting growing excitement ahead of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

A senior U.S. State Department official has described India as one of America's most important strategic partners, saying the Trump administration is working to deepen cooperation with New Delhi across trade, technology, energy, defense, and people-to-people ties.

The Indo-American Press Club (IAPC) ushered in a new leadership team on June 21 during a ceremony in New York that brought together media professionals, community leaders, business executives, and members of the Indian diaspora from across the region.

India's Deputy Chief of Mission to the United States, Namgya C. Khampa, said the India-U.S. relationship continues to grow stronger despite occasional policy differences, describing it as one of the most important strategic partnerships of the 21st century.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how consumers find information, disrupting traditional search engines, digital publishers and the global advertising industry, according to Abhay Singhal, co-founder and CEO of InMobi Advertising.

India has recorded an improvement in maternal, child, and family health over the last few years, according to the newly released sixth National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6). The countrys most comprehensive household health and demographic survey highlights a marked enhancement in institutional deliveries, child immunization rates, and health insurance coverage nationwide.

IBM Chief Executive Officer Arvind Krishna joined senior Trump administration officials and technology industry leaders at the White House, Monday, June 22, as President Donald Trump unveiled a new strategy aimed at accelerating U.S. leadership in quantum computing and strengthening the nation's cybersecurity defenses.