As Pakistan's first Sikh representative in the Punjab Assembly in more than 60 years, Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora has continuously pushed for inclusive policies and legislative changes, serving as a ray of hope for minorities.
Zohran Mamdani: A "Muslim New Yorker" With Indian Roots And Belief In Identity And Justice
Mamdani represents a different era — one less interested in fitting in, and more in standing firm. Obama deflected when his middle name became a slur in the mouths of opponents. Mamdani pronounces his own name slowly until others get it right. Obama avoided being read through a Muslim lens. Mamdani says being Muslim, African-born, and South Asian is the story — not a liability.
'Raising The Roof' In New York: The Improbable Electoral Triumph of Zohran Mamdani
Mamdani’s performance becomes even more striking when the kind of coalition he built in the world’s most multicultural and multilingual city is brought into consideration. Early analysis shows that apart from South Asian American voters, including Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Afghan, Sri Lankan and Nepalese, he also won over White, Black and Latino voters in excess of expectations. He did particularly well in the demographic below 45 years in age
Will New York Get Its First South Asian, Indian American Muslim Mayor?
With barely five days to go for New York’s mayoral election, it is remarkable that whether or not its Indian American candidate, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani, wins has become a sort of a litmus test for the Democratic Party
Diwali promotes multiculturalism and secularism, a unifying symbol in Trinidad and Tobago’s plural society
Trinidad and Tobago’s Republican Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and the right to worship. This freedom must never be surrendered to any authority or circumstance. The celebration of Diwali, deeply rooted in the history of East Indian indentured laborers who arrived 187 years ago from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, remains a testament to their enduring faith and contribution to our society.
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Chickens are incredibly intuitive. They can sense your mood, your energy. And in return, they’ve taught me to slow down, to be present. In moments of stillness, my hens are calm and responsive, and in their peaceful company, I’ve learned that there’s no need to rush.
Why Muslim Americans lag behind Jewish and Hindu Americans in US public life
Public perception is arguably the biggest political obstacle Muslim Americans face. Islamophobia has fueled unfavorable preconceptions since 9/11, which has hindered Muslim candidates' ability to win widespread support. While religiously driven opposition is uncommon for Jewish and Hindu politicians, Muslim candidates frequently face allegations of being "anti-American" or "radical."
Trump's deportations could potentially scar the Indian American population, impact ties with India
The manner and time span in which the 18,000 Indians are deported can serve to embarrass the Narendra Modi government and hurt Indo-US ties. It will bring new questions for an image-sensitive government that projects India as a growth engine while an increasing number of Indians, as alleged by the US, look to settle in a foreign land. For now, India is right in asserting that it will take back deportees after verifying that they indeed are Indian citizens.
Pakistani American entrepreneur Sajid Tarar: An influential Muslim voice in US conservative politics
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With an unpredictable US, top EU body plans its first foreign trip to India
Noting that the talks were held unusually on a weekend in the Belgian capital, Indian minister Goyal said this only goes to demonstrate the importance the European Union and India place on this partnership.
Dr. Rashid Piracha: A legacy of philanthropy and community service
Dr. Piracha made unmatched efforts to strengthen the Pakistani-American community. He put forth endless effort to meet the needs of immigrants, especially physicians, and promote a feeling of community since he understood the particular difficulties they faced.
Art as an instrument of healing: Recasting Buddhist imagery to convey secular ideas
His parents, Norbu Wangdu and Dolma Tsering, fled Tibet in the 1960s after China’s occupation in the late 1950s. Born in 1982 in Kathmandu, Nepal, Rigdol came to the United States in the late 1990s to study at the University of Colorado, Denver. He earned a BFA in painting and drawing and a BA in art history in 2005. He simultaneously studied traditional Tibetan sand painting and butter sculpture at the Shekar Chorten monastery in India and thangka painting under Phenpo Tenthar at the Tibetan Thangka Art School in Kathmandu.
H-1B visa controversy: Trump, Musk quash opposition to programme dominated by Indian techies
Elon Musk took a personal approach, posting on X, “The reason I’m in America along with so many critical people who built SpaceX, Tesla, and hundreds of other companies that made America strong is because of H-1B”. He warned that the US would “LOSE” without attracting the world’s best talent.
Amplifying South Asian narratives, empowering region's filmmakers
The power of storytelling shone through at the Tasveer Film Festival, a key player and pivotal stakeholder in the global South Asian film market. Since its inception in 2002, the festival has consistently amplified South Asian narratives and boosted their visibility on the world stage.
Hostile protests in London symptomatic of a larger problem plaguing Pakistan
When small groups of individuals abroad resort to violent or disruptive protests, it tarnishes the collective image of the Pakistani community. These actions reinforce negative stereotypes about Pakistanis being politically volatile, emotionally charged, or prone to extremist behavior.
Of cultural unifiers and peacemongers: Bridging the subcontinental divide
There was a consensus on the importance of allowing people to meet across borders, revive dialogue and sporting ties -- including cricket -- as well as SAARC, the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, and cooperate on all matters, especially the environment.
Caribbean Hindus face calls to unite in face of challenges
The celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, has gained much national and international prominence in Trinidad, where the annual Divali Nagar at Chaguanas sees over 100,000 people thronging the nine-nights carnival spread over a 27-acre site from all over the Caribbean, the United States and beyond.
US elections: India and the Indian American factor
As of now there is no indication that as president Harris would choose to ruffle feathers in New Delhi over Kashmir. One main reason is that she would be too preoccupied with a fractious polity at home in the initial stage to jump into issues like Kashmir which have no relevance domestically.
Trump woos Hindus, condemns attacks on community in Bangladesh; says will strengthen partnership with Modi
“I strongly condemn the barbaric violence against Hindus, Christians, and other minorities who are getting attacked and looted by mobs in Bangladesh, which remains in a total state of chaos”, he said.
