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Sunita Williams set to return home today after extended ISS mission
Washington, March 18: Indian-descent American astronaut Sunita Williams, is scheduled to return to Earth Tuesday evening, ending an unusually protracted stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Ramaswamy in fray for Ohio governor with Trump's 'total' backing
Washington, Feb 26: Vivek Ramaswamy, the biotech billionaire, is running for Governor of Ohio State and he secured US President Donald Trump's "complete and total endorsement" right away.
Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy announces candidature for Ohio Governor
Ohio, February 25: Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy has announced his candidacy to serve as the next Governor of Ohio.
He will keep his Indian culture alive abroad: Kash Patel's uncle on his oath-taking on Bhagwad Gita
Vadodara, February 23: Krishnakant Patel, Kash Patel's uncle, expressed his pride and happiness over his nephew's appointment as FBI Director, highlighting the significance of Patel's oath-taking ceremony.
A first-generation Indian kid to lead law enforcement in greatest nation...: FBI Director Kash Patel lauds 'American Dream'
Washington DC, February 22: Kash Patel, the newly elected Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), remembered his Indian roots, while also highlighting the grandiosity of the 'American Dream', during his swearing-in ceremony on Friday (local time).
Time to restore integrity and justice at FBI: White House on Kash Patel's swearing-in
Washington DC, February 22: The White House announced on Friday that Kash Patel has officially been sworn in as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), with Attorney General Pam Bondi administering the oath.
Kash Patel sworn in as FBI Director, takes oath on Bhagavad Gita
Washington DC, February 22: Indian-American Kash Patel was officially sworn in as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Friday, taking the oath on the Bhagavad Gita.
Kash Patel, the 'Indian kid', takes over at FBI
Washington, Feb 22: Kash Patel said on Friday that the American dream is alive as a "first generation Indian kid" is about to take charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Trump aide greets Indian-origin new FBI chief Kash Patel in 'Bollywood' style
Washington DC, February 21: US President Donald Trump took a leaf out of Bollywood to congratulate Indian-origin Kash Patel after his confirmation as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Kash Patel starts tenure with a warning to America's enemies
Washington, Feb 21: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel began his historic tenure on Thursday as the first Indian American to lead the premier investigating agency with a dire warning to America's enemies: "We will hunt you down in every corner of this planet."
Kash Patel becomes the first Indian-descent FBI Director
Washington, Feb 21: The Republican-led US Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), making him the first Indian-descent American to head the premier investigating agency.
FBI nominee Kash Patel advances to final Senate confirmation vote
Washington DC, February 20: The US Senate has voted to advance Indian-origin Kash Patel's nomination as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Indian-origin Kash Patel confirmed as FBI Director by US Senate
Washington DC, February 20: The US Senate has approved Indian-origin Kash Patel's nomination as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as per C-Span.
Kash Patel set to make history on Thursday after confirmation to head FBI
Washington, Feb 20: Kash Patel is set to make history Thursday when the Republican-led US Senate votes to confirm him to head the FBI, the country’s premier investigating agency.
Kash Patel moves a step closer to FBI directorship
Washington, Feb 19: Kash Patel moved a step closer to becoming the first Indian American to head the FBI with the US senate narrowly voting on a procedural measure to advance his nomination for a full vote of confirmation.
Indian Americans hail PM Modi's visit to US, welcome constructive dialogue with Trump
By Reena Bhardwaj, Washington, DC, February 16: The Indian American community welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump and congratulated the leaders on the substantive outcomes achieved in their first meeting in President Trump's second term.
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams undertakes another spacewalk
New York, Jan 30: US space agency NASA on Thursday announced that Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, along with colleague Butch Wilmore, have begun their second spacewalk for maintenance and scientific experiments.
Ro Khanna, Rich McCormick to chair India's Caucus in US Congress
Washington DC, January 30: Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna and Republican Lawmaker Rich McCormick will co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans in the US House of Representatives in the new Congress, according to an official release.
India's Consul General in Seattle celebrates Republic Day
Seattle, January 29: India's Consulate in Seattle celebrated India's Republic Day, which was attended by Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson and Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella as the guest of honour, a statement by the Consul General said.
Trump appoints 2 Indian Americans as special assistants
New York, Jan 25: President Donald Trump has appointed two Indian Americans as his special assistants dealing with national security and personnel matters.
It's going to be golden age for Indian-American friendship!: Former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump
Davos, January 22: Johnnie Moore, former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed the India-US ties under US President Donald Trump's first administration and expressed confidence for the ties to deepen further with the onset of the second term of US President Donald Trump.
Look forward to working alongside Trump to serve American people: US Vice President JD Vance
Washington, DC, January 21: US Vice President JD Vance has said that it is an "incredible honour" to take the oath of office as the Vice President of the US and he looked forward to working alongside President Donald Trump to serve the American people.
Usha becomes first Indian-American Second Lady as JD Vance takes oath as US Vice President
Washington, Jan 21: Usha Vance became the first Indian-American and Hindu Second Lady after her husband J.D. Vance was sworn in as the 50th Vice President of the US on Monday.
US: Hindus for America highlights growing Indian American support for Trump
Washington DC, January 20: Founder and chairman of Hindus for America First PAC, Utsav Sanduja, spoke about the growing support for US President-elect Donald Trump from the Indian American community, stating that the backing from the community grew from 22 per cent in 2020 to 31 per cent in 2024.
Indiaspora congratulates Trump on second term, highlights growing Indian-American influence
Washington DC, January 20: The Indian diaspora organisation, Indiaspora, in the US extended their congratulations to the incoming Trump administration, particularly from the community on Monday ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the US, according to a press statement by the forum.
Ramaswamy planning to run for Ohio governor: Reports
New York, Jan 20: Vivek Ramaswamy, who was appointed by US President-elect Donald Trump as the co-head of a body to improve government efficiency, is planning to run for governor of Ohio, according to media reports.
More afoot in US House to declare January Tamil heritage month
Washington, Jan 15: Raja Krishnamoorthi, an Indian American lawmaker, introduced a resolution in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday to declare January as Tamil Language and Heritage Month. The resolution coincides with Pongal, a Tamil festival that begins in mid-January.
Two Indian Americans elected to Virginia state legislatures
New York, Jan 8: Two Indian Americans were elected in special elections to Virginia's legislatures, ensuring the Democratic Party keeps its slender majority despite the national Trump wave in last year's election.