Indians Abroad

Indian-American Astronaut Raja Chari Nominated To Key Post In US Air Force

Indian-American Astronaut Raja Chari Nominated To Key Post In US Air Force

Press Trust of India | Friday January 27, 2023, Washington

Indian-American astronaut Raja J Chari has been nominated by President Joe Biden for the appointment to the grade of Air Force brigadier general.

Indian Woman, Daughter's Rangoli Enters Singapore Book Of Records

Indian Woman, Daughter's Rangoli Enters Singapore Book Of Records

Press Trust of India | Friday January 27, 2023, Singapore

An Indian mother and daughter team in Singapore has made it to the Singapore Book of Records by creating a 6-by-6 metre rangoli artwork using 26,000 ice cream sticks which depicts notable Tamil scholar-poets.

Indian-Origin Professor To Lead "Best And Brightest" Scientists In US's Texas

Indian-Origin Professor To Lead "Best And Brightest" Scientists In US's Texas

Press Trust of India | Thursday January 26, 2023, Houston

Ganesh Thakur, an Indian-origin professor in US, has been appointed as vice president of the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TAMEST), an organisation of the state's top scientists and researchers.

UK Home Secretary's New Plan May Hit Overseas Students Hard. Details Here

UK Home Secretary's New Plan May Hit Overseas Students Hard. Details Here

Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 25, 2023, London

British Home Secretary Suella Braverman is said to be on a collision course with the country's education department over plans to cut the period of stay allowed for overseas students under a post-study visa route, according to a media report.

Indian Man Shot Dead, Family Injured In US, Second Such Incident In A Week

Indian Man Shot Dead, Family Injured In US, Second Such Incident In A Week

Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 25, 2023, New York

A 52-year-old Indian-American man was shot and killed in his driveway by three masked men in Georgia, leaving his wife and daughter injured, police said, the second such incident involving Indians in the US within a week.

5 Indian-Americans Among Finalists Of Prestigious High School Competition In US

5 Indian-Americans Among Finalists Of Prestigious High School Competition In US

Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 25, 2023, Washington

Five Indian-American teenagers were among the 40 finalists of a prestigious science and maths competition for high school seniors in the US, who will compete for more than USD 1.8 million in awards.

Telangana Student Shot At In US Days After He Goes For Higher Studies

Telangana Student Shot At In US Days After He Goes For Higher Studies

Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 24, 2023, Sangareddy, Telangana

A student from Telangana has allegedly been shot at during a reported robbery attempt in Chicago, USA, according to his parents in Telangana's Sangareddy.

3rd Hindu Temple Vandalised In Australia With Anti-India Graffiti

3rd Hindu Temple Vandalised In Australia With Anti-India Graffiti

Asian News International | Monday January 23, 2023, Canberra

A third Hindu temple was vandalised with anti-India graffiti in Melbourne's Albert Park on Monday, days after Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Carrum Downs was vandalised, The Australia Today reported.

Hit By Layoffs, Thousands Of Indian IT Professionals Struggle To Stay In US

Hit By Layoffs, Thousands Of Indian IT Professionals Struggle To Stay In US

Press Trust of India | Monday January 23, 2023, Washington

IT Layoffs 2023: Thousands of Indian IT professionals in the US, who have lost their jobs due to the series of recent layoffs, are now struggling to find new employment within the stipulated period under their work visas.

Indian-American Man Arrested For Cheating Community In Ponzi Scheme

Indian-American Man Arrested For Cheating Community In Ponzi Scheme

Press Trust of India | Friday January 20, 2023, New York

A 56-year-old Indian-American man has been arrested in North Carolina on charges of defrauding Indian community members in a Ponzi scheme asking them to invest in real estate property that would earn them profits.

"Flying Kick In Chest": Indian-Origin Woman On Being Attacked Over Mask

"Flying Kick In Chest": Indian-Origin Woman On Being Attacked Over Mask

Press Trust of India | Thursday January 19, 2023, Singapore

Almost two years after a man allegedly kicked her in the chest and hurled racial slurs at her, Indian-origin woman Hindocha Nita Vishnubhai said she has not been able to overcome the trauma.

India-Born Marketing Mogul Receives 'Freedom Of The City Of London' Title

India-Born Marketing Mogul Receives 'Freedom Of The City Of London' Title

Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 18, 2023, London

An India-born founder of a multi-cultural marketing agency has been conferred with 'The Freedom of the City of London' title for leaving a mark on the financial hub of the British capital.

Indian-Origin Worker Suspended For Fraud By Singapore Migrant Workers Charity

Indian-Origin Worker Suspended For Fraud By Singapore Migrant Workers Charity

Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 17, 2023, Singapore

A migrant workers charity based in Singapore on Tuesday suspended a top Indian-origin employee following allegations of misappropriation of funds.

Indian Student From Punjab Dies In Car Crash In Australia's Canberra

Indian Student From Punjab Dies In Car Crash In Australia's Canberra

Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 17, 2023, Melbourne

A 21-year-old Indian from Punjab was killed in a fatal car crash in Australia's Canberra, a media report said.

US Sikh Leader Alleges Republican Colleagues Attacking Her Over Religion

US Sikh Leader Alleges Republican Colleagues Attacking Her Over Religion

Press Trust of India | Tuesday January 17, 2023, Washington

Harmeet Dhillon, a prominent Indian-American attorney who is running for Republican National Committee (RNC) chairwoman, has alleged that she is facing bigoted attacks from her fellow party leaders because of her Sikh faith.