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Paul Ingrassia Resigns After Racist Texts Row
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Trump nominee Paul Ingrassia quits after racist texts on Indians spark uproar

Paul Ingrassia, president Donald Trump's pick to lead the Office of Special Counsel, withdrew his nomination after racist messages, including 'never trust an Indian,' surfaced online, drawing sharp criticism from both Republicans and Democrats.

Los Angeles City Hall First-Ever Diwali Celebration 2025
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Los Angeles City Hall lights up for Diwali for the first time, celebrating Indo-American community

In a historic first, Los Angeles City Hall was illuminated to mark Diwali, honouring the Indo-American community. The celebration, organised by City Councilmember Nithya Raman, featured traditional performances and reaffirmed strong US-India ties with participation from dignitaries.

Trump Marks Diwali in Oval Office with Kash Patel
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Trump celebrates Diwali in Oval Office; Kash Patel calls it 'honor to be 1st-gen Indian American'

President Donald Trump marked Diwali in the Oval Office with Indian American FBI Director Kash Patel and several top CEOs, lighting diyas and exchanging greetings that highlighted cultural pride, diversity, and India-US friendship.

Air India Mumbai-Newark Flight Turns Back | Technical Snag
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Air India Mumbai-Newark flight returns after technical snag

Air India's Mumbai to Newark flight, AI191, returned shortly after take-off on Wednesday (22) following a suspected technical issue. The aircraft landed safely, with both outbound and return flights cancelled for inspections and passenger assistance was arranged.

Zohran Mamadani Slams Modi at Diwali Visit in New York
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Zohran Mamadani slams Modi during Diwali temple visit in New York

Indian-origin US assemblyman and New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamadani use his Diwali temple visits to renew criticism of the Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, saying BJP only supports 'certain kinds of Indians' and urgibng for pluralism in India.

Shubhanshu Shukla Captures India’s Diwali Glow from Space
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'The peninsula glow like a jewel' Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla captures India's Diwali lights from space

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's breathtaking Diwali video from the space station shows India illuminated like a galaxy from above. His poetic reflections on the glowing subcontinent have captivated millions, celebrating the festival of lights on a cosmic sale.

USCIS: New $100K H-1B Visa Fee Won’t Hit Current Holders
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USCIS confirms H-1B fee exemptions for current visa holders, ending panic among Indian techies

In a major relief for thousands of Indian professionals and students in the US, the Trump administration clarified that the steep $100k H-1B visa fee will not apply to existing holders or international graduates already in the country.

Harvard + 43 College Papers Back Stanford| Free Speech Fight
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Harvard and 43 college newspapers back Stanford in free speech fight against Trump administration

Harvard’s student newspaper, The Crimson, has joined 43 others nationwide in supporting Stanford University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration’s alleged targeting of international students for their political speech, calling it a major threat to campus free expression.

Trump: India Will Stop Buying Russian Oil | Tariff Tensions
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Trump reiterates: “India will not be buying oil from Russia” as tariff tensions deepen

President Donald Trump reiterated that India has “more or less stopped” buying oil from Russia, even as Washington accuses New Delhi of aiding Moscow’s war financing. The remarks come amid heightened trade tensions and tariff hikes.

Indians Left Out of US Green Card Lottery Until 2028
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Indians excluded from US Green Card lottery until 2028 amid Trump’s immigration crackdown

India has been barred from the US Diversity Visa Lottery for 2026 due to high immigration volumes, cutting off another route for permanent residency as the Trump administration tightens visa rules and narrows immigration pathways.