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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A 19-year-old Indian student, Aryan Anand, has been deported after admitting to faking his father's death, forging transcripts, and using ChatGPT to secure a full scholarship to Lehigh University. The elaborate scheme was revealed through a Reddit post and led to his arrest and deportation.
Long Island, NY: On Saturday, June 29, 2024, the streets of Hicksville in Long Island, New York, were filled with jubilation and pride as Indian Americans came together to celebrate India’s T20 World Cup victory. Cricket enthusiasts organized a vibrant car rally to show their support and joy for India’s triumph in Barbados.
Indian Jain leader Acharya Lokesh Muni is set to establish the World Peace Center in New Jersey, aiming to resolve global conflicts through mediation and peace initiatives.
NEW YORK - In a shocking incident that has left the South Asian community in Richmond Hill, New York, reeling, a 33-year-old Indian-origin man, Karamjit Multani, shot and killed his younger brother Vipanpal and injured their mother before taking his own life. The tragic events unfolded after what appeared to be a normal evening, revealing deep-seated family tensions and financial struggles.
Edison, NJ - June 4, 2024: The 10th Telangana State Formation Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Edison on June 2, 2024, by the Indian Overseas Congress USA (Telangana Chapter). The event brought together community members to honor the significant milestone.
NEW JERSEY - A significant milestone for the Hindu and Indian American communities, a new bill allowing the establishment of standalone cremation facilities has passed the Assembly Regulated Professions Committee and is now headed to the full Assembly for consideration.
The Indian Consulate General in New York is encouraging nature enthusiasts from around the world to visit the serene and picturesque Chilika Lake in Odisha, India. In a post on X, the consulate described Chilika as a "must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts," highlighting its unique charm and ecological significance.
In New York, the Jain community in America has started a campaign to help people spend less time on their phones and computers. They want everyone to enjoy some time away from screens.
Source:https://www.dhs.gov While more than a million Indian nationals in the U.S. found themselves in a decade-long Green Card backlog, two Indian origin in New York City staged robberies to help specific individuals obtain U-Visas and, eventually, U.S. Green Cards.
