Indian-American Astronaut Anil Menon Set for First Space Mission on July 14

Indian-American astronaut Anil Menon is preparing for his first NASA space mission scheduled for July 14. He will join astronauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina on a 240-day orbital mission after completing extensive astronaut training.

Private Jet Crash on South Texas Highway Leaves One Dead, Investigation Underway

A private jet traveling to Laredo Airport crashed on a South Texas highway late Tuesday night, leaving one person dead and several others rescued. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

Vipin Kumar Honored in Romania After Saving Five-Year-Old Girl From Frozen Lake

Indian construction worker Vipin Kumar received honorary citizenship in Romania after risking his life to rescue a five-year-old girl from a frozen lake.

Indian-Origin Scientist Aakanksha Jain Wins Rita Allen Grant for Pain Research

Indian-origin immunologist Aakanksha Jain of the University of Washington has been selected for the 2026 Rita Allen Foundation Scholars program, earning funding for groundbreaking research on chronic pain, T cells, and immune-based therapies.

US Naval Strikes Near Oman Kill Three Indian Sailors, India Raises Concern

Three Indian sailors, including an engineer from Visakhapatnam, were killed after a US naval strike near Oman. India has condemned attacks on commercial vessels

Dubai Road Accident: 7 Indian Workers Lose Lives, 9 Injured in Minibus Crash

Seven Indian workers lost their lives and nine others were injured after a minibus collided with a parked truck on Emirates Road in Dubai. Authorities have launched an investigation into the tragic accident.

US Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee: What It Means for Indian Professionals

A Boston federal court has ruled the $100,000 H-1B visa fee unlawful, offering relief to US employers and potentially creating more opportunities for Indian professionals.

US Visa Interview Fast Track: Trump Administration Introduces $750 Premium Service

The Trump administration plans to launch a $750 premium service allowing faster US visa interview appointments within 10 days at selected embassies and consulates.

Telangana Youth Shot Dead in Philadelphia, USA

A 28-year-old man from Telangana, Kuncha Anshul, was shot dead while delivering pizzas in North Philadelphia during a late-night delivery

Indians Lead with 96 Unicorn Startups in the USA

A recent study has found that immigrants play a major role in the success of America's startup ecosystem, with more than half of all privately held unicorn companies founded or co-founded by immigrants.