Nikki Haley and Donald Trump

Nikki Haley: The doughy Indian American who is taking on Trump

Will American women respond to Nikki, count her as one of them, and make her the President of the USA, now or in 2028? 

'Global Indians' in the 21st century: Why Desis are the most prepared diaspora for the mad new world order

Given that Indian settlers are generally law-abiding citizens with a high focus on education and are positive contributors to the local economy they are considered a model minority group. India’s rising economic stature and the government of India’s regular engagement with the diaspora have raised the diaspora’s stock within the host nation.

GOPIO Convention 2024 to discuss opportunities for Indian diaspora in India's 'manifest future'

The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) will host GOPIO 2024 Global Convention of People of Indian Origin April 26-28, 2024 at the Royal Albert Palace in New Jersey., US  The convention will focus on India’s Present and the Future and what role the Diaspora Indians can play in helping to realize this desirable future. The theme of the convention is ‘Opportunities for Diaspora Indians in India’s Big Manifest Future.’ 

Basdeo Panday, celebrated first prime minister of Indian descent in Trinidad and Tobago, dies at 90

He became the first prime minister of Indian descent since the arrival of Indians in this Caribbean nation as indentured labourers from India between 1845 and 1920.

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110-year-old Kerala woman beats Covid, discharged from hospital

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Punjab-born restaurateur making waves in Norway

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World's fastest human-computer on a mission to eradicate math phobia

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Pakistani filmmaker: Important to build culture without toxic masculinity

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Mobile addiction leading to behavioural changes in kids

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Trump welcomes Indian software developer as new US citizen at White House ceremony

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Bride-to-be on bike creates a sensation in Bangladesh social media

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Indian students to get training, job opportunities in online gaming, toy-making

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Bengaluru Benedictine monks sell cheese to luxury hotels

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'Indian Americans are spectacular people': Trump campaign highlights India connection

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Taj Mahal sparkles with river Yamuna in spate

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Pakistan demolishes Hanuman temple, Hindu homes in Karachi

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Mahatma Gandhi's glasses sold for $340,000 at UK auction

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