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LOS ANGELES, CA -The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium here, calling it a major milestone as the sport prepares to return to the Olympic Games at LA28 after 128 years.City & Local Guides A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Fairplex Grounds on April 22. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said, “The groundbreaking marks an important milestone in cricket’s return to the Olympics and is a proud moment for all ICC Members

The ACF Celebrating 12 years of excellence in Cricket Coaching program, managed by Jatin Patel, a respected multi-sport coach and Cricket Hall of Famer with a Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrates its 12th anniversary this week. Scholastic Program: Level 1 was launched in 2014, This foundational program focuses on coaching the basics of cricket and introducing the sport as part of the PE curriculum in schools. Its primary goal is to educate American youth about cricket, fost

Photos: @meaindia NOTE FROM PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI At a defining moment in human history, the world gathered at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. For us in India, it was a moment of immense pride and joy to welcome Heads of State, Heads of Government, delegates and innovators from across the world. India brings scale and energy to everything it does and this Summit was no exception. Representatives from over 100 nations came together. Innovators showcased cutting-

The warm weather season offers a perfect opportunity for a meal reset. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean, the aptly named Mediterranean Diet zeroes in on nourishing foods long touted as some of the healthiest by dietitians and health organizations. Inclusive of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans and other legumes, as well as low-fat or fat-free dairy products, non-tropical vegetable oils and nuts, poultry and fish – such as Genova Wild C

LOS ANGELES, CA -The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium here, calling it a major milestone as the sport prepares to return to the Olympic Games at LA28 after 128 years.City & Local Guides A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Fairplex Grounds on April 22. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said, “The groundbreaking marks an important milestone in cricket’s return to the Olympics and is a proud moment for all ICC Members

LOS ANGELES, CA – Actress Kajol gave her approval after The Academy included ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ among its favorite romantic films centered around travel. On April 10, The Academy shared a post on X listing its top picks for iconic romance films involving travel. Along with ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, the list included ‘You, Me & Tuscany,’ ‘The Holiday’ , and ‘Eat Pray Love,’ while asking users to name their favorite travel romance. Kajol responded to the post, w

MUMBAI- Veteran actor-filmmaker Revathy said watching the latest release ‘Michael’ took her back to the early 1980s, when pop icon Michael Jackson’s music was at the height of its popularity. Revathy shared her reaction on Instagram along with a poster of the film, which stars debutant Jaafar Jackson in the lead role. “#michael_jackson Watched Michael and was taken back to the early 80s when his music was a rage… what charisma he had, what an artist…” she wrote. Remembering M

MUMBAI -Bengali film industry’s superstar Jisshu Sengupta has pointed out the stark differences between the Hindi and Bengali film industries. He said, “It’s only the money. The average budget of Bengali films would be around 3 crores, mostly. Most of them. There are films that are 8-9 crores, but they probably happen once in two or three years. The average Bengali cinema is around 3 crores. It can be 2.5 or 3.5 max. So that’s the only difference.” The scale and time taken to

ISLAMABAD- The Pakistan government has denied visas to 92 Indian devotees who were scheduled to visit the country for Khalsa Sajna Diwas celebrations at Gurdwara Panja Sahib, according to an article published by the Khalsa Vox news portal. The report said Pakistan had initially issued visas for the period from April 10 to 19, while the Indian government, based on recommendations from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee and the Punjab government, had scheduled the devo

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – President Donald Trump, whose businesses,including Mar-a-Lago have long relied on seasonal foreign labor, has moved to restore the H-2B visa quota, underscoring how his own use of the program contrasts with broader immigration crackdowns affecting other industries. While sectors dependent on high-skilled H-1B visas continue to face tighter scrutiny and restrictions, a report by The Wall Street Journal shows that policy around the lower-wa

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY – Seven Indian American women have been named to Barron’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance, reflecting their presence in senior roles across major financial institutions. The executives recognized on the list hold leadership positions across banking and asset management firms, overseeing investment portfolios and global strategy. Anu Aiyengar, global head of advisory and mergers and acquisitions at J.P. Morgan, is a

By Gulshan Singh AUSTIN, TX — In a city known for its eclectic spirit, one event is breaking traditional boundaries to proves that “Unity in Diversity” is more than just a slogan. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the 14th annual Bollywood Meets Borscht Belt (BMBB) gala will transform the Dell Jewish Community Center into a vibrant crossroads of culture, all to ensure local students have the tools to succeed. Hosted by HC4A in partnership with Shalom Austin, this year’s gala marks a h

WASHINGTON, DC -India and the United States must rebuild “mutual respect, mutual sensitivity” and restore confidence in each other as their relationship faces a growing trust deficit amid geopolitical shocks, economic friction and global security crises, speakers said at the New India Conference hosted by the Hudson Institute, here. The New India Conference, held on April 23, brought together policymakers, strategists and analysts to assess India’s evolving global role and th

NEW DELHI/CHANDIGARH- Congress MP Manish Tewari and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on April 19 said the Opposition would support women’s reservation if implemented within the existing 543-seat Lok Sabha framework, while accusing the Centre of using the proposed legislation to advance delimitation and alter the country’s political balance. Their remarks came after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposed 33 per cent reservation for women in Parlia

MUMBAI -Filmmaker Aditya Dhar, who turned a year older on March 12, revealed the biggest lesson he learned in the year gone by.410 The ‘Uri’ maker shared that in 2025 he learned never to lose belief in his dreams and to give his all to whatever he wishes to accomplish in life. Dhar penned an emotional note on social media revealing that he spent his birthday giving the final touches to the forthcoming sequel, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’. Expressing his gratitude to movie buffs

MUMBAI- As Salman Khan fans wait with bated breath for his much-anticipated film ‘Battle of Galwan’, the makers have decided to retitle the project. On March 16 makers Salman Khan Films officially announced the new title of their drama, which will be called ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’ from now on. The announcement was accompanied by a striking new poster sharing the title change. It further revealed a message that carries deep relevance in today’s world — “May War Re

Dhurandhar The Revenge movie review: The nuance and detailing may not be as sharp as part one, but this sequel works due to Ranveer Singh’s performance. By Rishabh Suri Dhurandhar: The Revenge Director: Aditya Dhar Cast: Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun Rating: ***** Dhurandhar: The Revenge was never meant to exist, if one goes by industry whispers. The original vision was a single, sprawling film. Somewhere along the way, just bef

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – The fourth annual India Giving Day 2026 has raised $5.6 million, underscoring the growing influence of the Indian American diaspora in supporting social and environmental causes across India. Observed on March 13, this year’s campaign brought together 51 nonprofit organizations working across sectors ranging from health and education to climate and rural development. Organizers emphasized both the scale of participation and the diversity

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA – As Nithya Raman ramps up her mayoral campaign in Los Angeles, her latest campaign pitch places extreme heat and climate inequality at the center, warning that rising temperatures are already shaping life and death outcomes across the city. It also comes as President Donald Trump has run amok, dismantling every environmental policy and progress made over the decades. In a recent campaign video released as Los Angeles roils under intense h