A former Cognizant employee wins $8.4 million in a lawsuit that alleged hiring bias against Cognizant that the company only prefers Indians and fires Americans. A former employee of Cognizant Technology Solutions went to court alleging hiring bias by the company, as he was laid off in 2016 after working in the company for a […]
The University of Oxford has drawn widespread appreciation across social media after extending warm wishes to those observing Chaitra Navratri, with users from around the world praising the gesture as a meaningful expression of cultural inclusivity.The post, which carried the message “Happy Navratri to everyone celebrating,” was accompanied by an image of the university’s iconic […]
Mumbai, March 16: In the 98th Academy Awards, India’s official entry, the film ‘Homebound’ directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, made it to the top 15 shortlist in the Best International Feature Film category but did not reach the final nominations. The prestigious award was won by Norway’s film ‘Sentimental Value,’ marking a historic achievement. The Academy […]
Udaipur, March 14 (Udaipur Kiran): The Pacific Cup Cricket Tournament 2026 was successfully organised from March 9 to March 13 in Udaipur. A total of 14 teams from four states and one Union Territory participated in the tournament. During the competition, 21 matches were played at Khelgaon and Karanpur cricket grounds. The final match was […]
Indian Expat in Sharjah Wins Dh15 Million in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket Draw A Sharjah-based expatriate has become the latest multi-millionaire in the UAE after winning the Dh15 million grand prize in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi raffle draw, one of the Gulf’s most popular monthly lottery events. The winner, Vibeesh Palliyali, purchased his winning […]
An Arkansas father awaiting trial on a second-degree murder charge after allegedly shooting his teenage daughter’s suspected sexual predator has secured the Republican nomination for Lonoke County sheriff. Aaron Spencer defeated incumbent Sheriff John Staley in Tuesday’s primary, winning more than 53% of the vote, according to unofficial results from the Arkansas Secretary of State, […]
As results from the Texas Senate primary elections began to come in, one of the big moments for the Indian-American community was Pooja Sethi’s win in Texas House District 47. Sethi recently created a stir as she strongly resisted racist comments about her ethnicity and instead flaunted it as an honor, as she said her […]
Udaipur, February 27, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): In the Rockwoods Blazing Strikers Cricket Cup 2026, M.S. Sports Federation Indraprastha Strikers ended their campaign on a winning note with a commanding six-wicket victory over Wonder Cricket Club Noida Dankaur Yoddhaj. Batting first, Wonder Cricket Club Noida Dankaur Yoddhaj scored 180 runs for the loss of eight wickets […]
In British politics, victory speeches usually brim with triumph and party slogans. Hannah Spencer chose something else entirely: an apology.Moments after being declared the winner of the Gorton and Denton by-election, the 34-year-old plumber-turned-politician told supporters she might have to cancel customers’ plumbing appointments. “I think I might have to cancel the work that you […]
Indian-origin physician and oncology leader Kashyap Patel has been selected to receive the Hind Rattan Award, one of the highest honours bestowed on members of the Indian diaspora by the NRI Welfare Society of India. The award recognises non-resident Indians whose professional excellence and public service have created lasting social impact. Patel, a Medical Director […]
