Costumes. Candy. Jack-o-lanterns glowing on porches. Halloween is filled with moments that spark children’s imaginations. This Halloween, Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is inviting children and families to “Give Like a Kid Again,” turning imagination into kindness and helping children around the world. For eight decades, the campaign has shown children that even the smallest act of kindness can travel farther than any front porch and shine brighter than any jack-o-lantern. As the

Youth sports can change lives – building confidence, resilience and lifelong friendships among the kids and teens who play. In fact, winning games is often the least important part of the experience. As an official sponsor of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, Dove is proving you don’t need a championship trophy to be a winner with the announcement of Back Her Game, a nationwide search to find a girls’ sports team where coaches and players keep joy and confidence at the center

NEW YORK, NY- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of meetings with foreign leaders and counterparts in New York, discussing bilateral ties, economic cooperation and major international developments ahead of the United Nations General Assembly’s high-level week. Jaishankar assured Nauru President David Adeang of India’s commitment to the South Pacific nation’s development during their meeting on September 21. “Appreciate the strong bilateral and multilateral

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Rohit Shetty has announced that the fifth installment of his ‘Golmaal’ franchise will be ub theatres on January 8, 2027, promising “laughter and joy” for audiences. Rohit shared the film’s vibrant poster, featuring Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Sharman Joshi, Shreyas Talpade and Kunal Kemmu on the franchise’s iconic stretched-out motorcycle. Filming for ‘Golmaal 5’ began in March this year with an ensemble cast that includes Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kum

MUMBAI- Actor Sanjay Mishra, who received the Best Supporting Actor award at the 72nd National Film Awards, said staying grounded and observing the world around him helps him create believable and engaging characters on screen.Play Movie Trivia Mishra attended the National Awards ceremony in Kevadia, Gujarat, on September 22, where he spoke about his approach to portraying characters that may be very different from his own personality. “I make a conscious effort to observe t

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Daayra’ starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan, has opened up about growing up as the daughter of actress Rakhee Gulzar and veteran lyricist Gulzar. Meghna said she had a very normal childhood despite her parents’ fame. “Both my parents have been huge stars in their own right and are immensely famous personalities. But at home, they have always been very grounded, and very n

Historic Partnership Between ACC, Cricket Hall of Fame, TV Asia, and ACEC Establishes Scholastic Pathways, High-Performance Academy program and College Scholarships Across the United States. NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The American Cricket Council (ACC) has officially announced a nationwide initiative to transform school and collegiate cricket across the United States. Designed to align cricket with the established American sports ecosystem—modeled after the NFHS (National Federa

While this is midterm election, its outcome is crucial not only to all minorities who seem to be under siege, the Indian American or South Asian minority has particular concern as recent events suggest. The “Model Minority” has now entered the crosshair of of bigoted candidates. Bo French running for railroad commission in our state is one such example and has put pressure on executives like our Governor to make weak statements against discrimination. While senator Cornyn has

By: Shibhany and Deviana On August 28, SAIVA came together for our Women’s Mental Health & Dementia Community Night, an evening filled with meaningful conversations, storytelling, connection, and community. A special thank you to Deepika Kaushik for sharing her expertise and creating such an impactful conversation around women’s mental health and resilience. Your words truly resonated with so many of us. Thank you to Yuktha for leading our Stories Across Generations activity

NEW YORK, NY- Remittances to India, the world’s largest recipient, rose to $151 billion last year from $63 billion in 2016, according to the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development. The figures represent money sent home privately by the Indian diaspora and do not include foreign direct investment or other institutional transfers. Globally, remittances reached $728.6 billion last year, nearly double the 2016 figure. IFAD said these flows help households meet essen

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Represen tatives has passed legislation giving President Donald Trump authority to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on goods from countries that continue to buy Russian oil and gas, putting India’s large Russian crude purchases under renewed scrutiny. The House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by 262-159 on September 16, after the Senate approved it 86-11 on August 7. The measure no

WASHINGTON, DC- The United States announced plans to provide an additional $31 million to support Nepal’s recovery from devastating floods, including funding for permanent bridges, humanitarian assistance and drones manufactured in the US. The announcement came as about 70 Americans remained unaccounted for followin g the disaster. US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker announced the proposed assistance during a meeting with Nepal’s Foreign Minister

A new school year means there’s more traffic around school campuses. Between dropoffs and pickups, children riding bicycles, walking to school and all the shuttling between sports practices and other extracurricular activities, this season is a reminder to make every trip to and from school a safe one. To make sure no parent worries about their child getting to school safely, the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Caltrans are encouraging drivers, pedestrians and b

With ongoing uncertainty surrounding global oil prices, more U.S. consumers are buying and showing more interest in electric vehicles (EVs). The shift comes as car shoppers weigh fuel costs, improving affordability and a growing number of family-friendly electric SUVs. According to Spectrum News, EV sales increased in the first quarter of this year. In the same time frame, interest in new EVs increased 16% and interest in used EVs increased by 30%. As families look for opport

Parents spend years styling their children, picking out just the right outfits for special occasions, choosing a haircut that suits their sweet little faces, and doing their best to keep up with how quickly they outgrow their shoes. Just as parents begin to master all the moving parts, a new variable gets thrown into the equation: the opinions of the child whose every style decision they once made. According to survey data from Sport Clips Haircuts, a sports-themed haircuttin

MUMBAI-Megastar Amitabh Bachchan recalled facing rejection and harsh criticism during his struggling days in the Hindi film industry, including being told he was too tall to become an actor and being asked to leave a film set after arriving late for a shoot. The actor shared the memories while in conversation with Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medalists Lovlina Borgohain, Jhandu Kumar, Sharmila Dhankar and Asmita Dey in a special episode celebrating India’s sporting achievemen

MUMBAI-Veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini has praised Sunny Deol’s recently released period drama ‘Batwara 1947’, saying its message of humanity, mutual respect and harmony is more important than hatred and division.Film & TV Production The ‘Dream Girl’ of Bollywood posted, “I watched the movie “Batwara” yday. Simply brilliant with a clear message that conveys what the nation needs today. It reminds us that humanity, mutual respect, and harmony are far more important th

Directed by Vivek Chaudhary Hindi and Rajasthani with English subtitles | 82 min | India/France There is a cruel irony at the heart of I, Poppy : something so beautiful grows inside a system built on exploitation. Across the white poppy fields of rural Rajasthan, filmmaker Vivek Chaudhary follows a Dalit farming family whose livelihood depends on government permission—and on officials who use that power to demand bribes and punish resistance. At the center of the film are Var

By: Yuktha and Shibhany (Teen Leadership Committee) On August 28th, SAIVA (South Asian International Volunteer Association) helped host an event partnering with IDIA USA. A teen volunteer Yuktha, one of the leads for the healthcare committee shares her thoughts: “The purpose of the Stories in Our Hands event is to create a connection between seniors and teens by creating a space for teens to listen and learn from their elders. Seniors will share personal stories shaped by cou

A vibrant new community initiative is taking shape in Central Texas with the launch of Lohana Samaj of Austin (LSA), an organization dedicated to bringing together individuals and families of Lohana heritage while celebrating and preserving the community’s rich cultural traditions. LSA recently marked its launch with a summer gathering that welcomed more than 60 community members for an evening of connection, culture, and camaraderie. The event combined engaging games and a d