India simplifies process for re-issue of OCI Cards

India simplifies process for re-issue of OCI Cards

In a decision which is expected to significantly ease the process for re-issue of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards, the Central government has simplified the process. Presently, the OCI card is required to be re-issued each time a new passport is issued up to 20 years of age and once after completing 50 years […]

US Senate confirms Vivek Murthy as US Surgeon General

US Senate confirms Vivek Murthy as US Surgeon General

he US Senate has confirmed Vivek Murthy as the surgeon general, the second time he will be holding the position. On Tuesday, he became the first Indian American nominee of President Joe Biden to receive Senate approval. Seven Republicans joined the Democrats in the evenly split Senate to confirm him, despite the opposition from the […]

Welcoming Indian travellers back to Sri Lanka

Welcoming Indian travellers back to Sri Lanka

Resplendent Ceylon launches bespoke, private jet experiential journeys in association with Jetpooling. Celebrating the spirit of resilience and renewed hope for the revival of travel in 2021, Sri Lanka has reopened its borders for international travellers around the world. To mark this momentous occasion, Resplendent Ceylon welcomes discerning Indian guests back and has partnered with Jetpooling to […]

Indian-American group to spend $10mn in 2020 election

Indian-American group to spend $10mn in 2020 election

An Indian-American political group has planned to spend $10 million for the 2020 elections aimed at helping more members of the community win political office from Congress down to school boards, a media report said. “This is a pivotal moment for our community and our country,” The American Bazaar reported on Wednesday citing advocacy group […]

‘Zindagi’ is back with its acclaimed content on ZEE5

‘Zindagi’ is back  with its acclaimed content on ZEE5

Keeping the consumers’ evolving entertainment needs at the fore,  ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEE) announced the launch of its much-loved content brand Zindagi, on its digital entertainment platform, ZEE5. Zindagi’s shows have been highly appreciated by audiences in India earlier for its realistic appeal, superlative character portrayals, captivating performances and its ability to satiate the […]

Indian-origin leader Chandrikapersad Santokhi elected Suriname President

Indian-origin leader Chandrikapersad Santokhi elected Suriname President

Chandrikapersad Santokhi has been elected the President of Suriname by the Latin American country’s National Assembly, according to media reports. A former Justice Minister, Santokhi of the Progressive Reform Party (PRP) was elected unopposed on Monday, the Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC) reported on Monday. He will succeed Desi Bouterse, a former military strongman, whose National […]

Indian-American scientist Rajiv V. Joshi wins ‘Inventor of the Year’ award

Indian-American scientist Rajiv V. Joshi wins ‘Inventor of the Year’ award

Indian-American scientist Rajiv V. Joshi has won the New York Intellectual Property Law Associations Inventor of the Year Award for his pioneering work in advancing the electronic industry and improving Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities, it was reported. An Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay alumnus, Joshi was presented the 2020 award “in recognition of the […]