Varun Navani and Amanda Soll's Extravagant Baraat Transforms Manhattan's Financial District

New York City— In a dazzling display of cultural fusion and opulence, Indian-American tech executive Varun Navani and legal director Amanda Soll shut down Wall Street with their grand wedding procession, or 'baraat,' captivating onlookers and social media alike. The couple's four-day celebration, beginning May 23, 2025, epitomized the evolving landscape of South Asian weddings in the United States, blending traditional rituals with modern extravagance.

Edison Confronts Social Media-Fueled Chaos, Calls for Mall Safety Overhaul

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Shabana Azmi Inspires Indian Diaspora to Champion Child Rights

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Zohran Mamdani's Marriage Revealed Amid NYC Mayoral Campaign

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Man Caught Removing Hindu Flags from NYC Home, Trashes Them Nearby: NYPD Suspects Hate Crime

New York City— A disturbing incident in Queens has triggered a police investigation after a man was filmed removing and discarding Hindu religious flags from the front porch of an Indian-American family's home.

New Jersey Opens Emergency REAL ID Appointments for Urgent Travelers

Trenton, N.J.— With the federal REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025, fast approaching, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) has launched an emergency REAL ID issuance program. This initiative aims to assist residents who need to board domestic flights within the next 14 days due to life-or-death emergencies or urgent travel plans and lack acceptable identification for TSA checkpoints. ​

Indian-American Councilman Charged in Mafia-Linked Gambling Ring

Prospect Park, NJ: Anand Shah, a 42-year-old Indian-American councilman from Prospect Park, New Jersey, has been arrested and charged in connection with a sprawling illegal gambling ring allegedly tied to the notorious Lucchese crime family.

Indian-Origin Doctor Joy Saini Among Six Killed in New York Plane Crash

New York, NY: A devastating plane crash in upstate New York on Saturday, April 12, 2025, claimed the lives of six individuals, including Indian-origin doctor Dr. Joy Saini, her husband Dr. Michael Groff, and their two adult children.

Ex-SUNY Professor Rajiv Narula Faces Felony Bribery Charges

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Consulate General of India in New York Announces Yoga Video Contest for International Day of Yoga

New York: The Consulate General of India in New York has launched a Yoga Video Competition to commemorate the upcoming International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2025.

New York's Indian Community Celebrates Bihar Diwas 2025 with Cultural Festivities

New York City— On March 22, 2025, the Indian community in New York gathered to celebrate Bihar Diwas, marking the 113th anniversary of Bihar's formation.

Mayor Adams Appoints Muslim Community Leaders to Key NYC Government Roles

New York City: On February 27, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams announced significant appointments within the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (CAU) to strengthen engagement with the Muslim community. These appointments aim to ensure that city leadership reflects the diverse population it serves.

Indian Consulate in New York and Odiya Community Host Film Screening to Celebrate Indian Cinema

Edison, NJ: The Indian Consulate in New York, in collaboration with the Odisha Society of Americas (OSA) NYNJ chapters, hosted a special screening of the Odia film 'Delivery Boy' as part of the Indian Film Festival series. Held in Edison, New Jersey, the event drew over 270 attendees, promoting cultural exchange and diversity through cinema.

Indian American Physicist Jainendra K. Jain Wins 2025 Wolf Prize in Physics

New York: Indian American physicist Jainendra K. Jain has been awarded the 2025 Wolf Prize in Physics, one of the world’s most prestigious scientific honors. The Israel-based Wolf Foundation recognized him for his pioneering composite fermion theory, which has transformed the understanding of the fractional quantum Hall effect (FQHE)—a fundamental concept in condensed matter physics.

Jenifer Rajkumar's Campaign for NYC Public Advocate Surges with Major Support

New York, NY: New York State Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar's campaign for New York City Public Advocate is gaining significant traction, marked by substantial fundraising achievements and notable endorsements.

Zohran Mamdani's Mayoral Campaign Gains Momentum with $845K Fundraising Haul

New York City: Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old New York State Assemblymember representing Queens, has made significant strides in his bid for the city's mayoralty by raising $845,000 over the past two months. This substantial fundraising effort underscores the growing support for his progressive agenda among New Yorkers.

New Jersey Physicians Celebrate Holi, Spotlight Heart Health Awareness

Franklin Park, NJ: On March 14, 2025, the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin's New Jersey chapter (AAPI-NJ) hosted a vibrant Holi celebration at the Spice Rack restaurant. The event uniquely blended cultural festivities with a critical focus on raising awareness about heart disease and stroke prevention within the South Asian community.

Edison Mayor Joins Kids for Read Across America, Promotes Literacy

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Dr. Vinod Balachandran's mRNA Vaccine Offers Hope to Pancreatic Cancer Patients

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Grand Celebration of Hanuman Jayanti Unites Indo-American Community

West Windsor, NJ: Indo-American Festivals, Inc. (IAF) is set to host its first Grand Hanuman Jayanti Festival on April 12, 2025, at Mercer County Park in West Windsor, New Jersey. Known for organizing the annual Grand Dushahra Festival for over 26 years, IAF now expands its cultural celebrations to honor Lord Hanuman, a revered figure in Hindu mythology.

AAA’s First-Ever National Convention – Grand Kickoff with Open Registrations!

Get ready, Telugu community! The Andhra Pradesh American Association (AAA)—the first and only national-level Telugu organization in the U.S. established by Andhras, for Andhras—is all set to host its first-ever national convention on March 28-29, 2025, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Pennsylvania.

Hoboken’s Desi Mayor Takes on Trump’s NIH Cuts

Hoboken, NYC - In a bold move, Hoboken Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla has joined a powerful coalition of 45+ elected officials and cities to fight against the Trump Administration’s massive funding cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The cuts, which slash indirect research reimbursements from 70% to just 15%, could cripple universities, shut down labs, and cost countless jobs in the scientific community.

Health, Community & Chai: APS Hosts Inspiring Cancer Awareness Breakfast in Hicksville

Hicksville, NY – The American Punjabi Society (APS) turned an ordinary Sunday into a powerful morning of awareness and community bonding on March 9, 2025, as it hosted a Multiple Myeloma & Colon Cancer Awareness Breakfast at Pearl Banquet Hall. With over 200 attendees, the event successfully blended life-saving health discussions, inspiring community leadership, and a mouthwatering Indian breakfast—all while celebrating India’s Cricket World Cup victory!

Shocking! New York Teacher Arrested with 1,000+ Child pornography Files

In a deeply disturbing case, a New York school teacher was arrested after police found over 1,000 photos and videos of child pornography in his possession.