Quick Bytes Paruchuri Abhijit, a 23-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, found dead in Boston. Abhijit’s death is one of several incidents raising safety concerns for Indian students in the US. Police investigation ongoing, with suspicions of murder for robbery as the motive. Recent months have seen nine Indian students in the US die under suspicious ...
Quick Bytes Indian American entrepreneur Ajay Thakore involved in altercation at San Diego Marina. Thakore threatened dock worker and made lewd gestures over yacht parking dispute. Thakore is currently engaged in multiple civil litigations, including a $10 million lawsuit. The luxury Lamborghini yacht, “Aspen & Delilah,” is docked in San Diego Bay. Summary of the ...
Quick Bytes Eight Indian Americans named among Atlanta’s 500 most influential leaders in 2024. Atlanta Magazine highlights diverse forms of power, including community improvement. Featured leaders span various sectors, including tech, healthcare, and civic innovation. Recognition includes entrepreneurs, executives, and a CNN chief medical correspondent. Atlanta’s Most Influential Indian Americans Atlanta Magazine’s 2024 edition of ...
Quick Bytes Rich Verma honors his late father, Prof. Kamal Verma, in a heartfelt eulogy. Prof. Kamal Verma’s journey from Punjab to the US symbolized courage and determination. He was a respected scholar and educator, contributing significantly to South Asian literature. His life’s work emphasized social justice, inclusion, and the importance of education. Remembering Prof. ...
Quick Bytes Arbitrator denies temporary restraining order against AAPI over Bylaw amendment disputes. AAPI President Anjana Samadder confirms the organization followed proper protocols. Former AAPI office bearers’ claims deemed baseless by two justice systems. Arbitrator emphasizes lack of evidence for irreparable harm or success on the merits. Summary of AAPI Legal Dispute Resolution The Association ...
Quick Bytes Akul Dhawan, an 18-year-old student, died from hypothermia after being denied entry to a club. He was found deceased near the University of Illinois campus after a night out with friends. Dhawan’s family questions the police’s search efforts and has filed an official complaint. Tragic Loss of a Young Student Akul Dhawan, an ...
Quick Bytes Manjusha Kulkarni honored with the James Irvine Foundation award for her work against AAPI hate. She leads the AAPI Equity Alliance, advocating for civil rights and policy change. Kulkarni co-founded Stop AAPI Hate, a coalition addressing racial injustice. The award includes a $350,000 grant to support the continuation of impactful work. Manjusha Kulkarni’s ...
Quick Bytes Indian student Shreyas Reddy Benigeri found dead in Cincinnati, Ohio. No foul play suspected in Benigeri’s death, US police investigating. Recent spate of deaths among Indian students in the US raises concerns. Indian students are the largest group of international graduate students in the US. Tragic Loss of Young Indian Student in the ...
Quick Bytes New rules simplify Aadhaar card acquisition for NRIs. UIDAI introduces multiple forms for Aadhaar enrolment and updates. Online and in-person options available for updating Aadhaar details. Valid Indian passport required for NRIs to obtain Aadhaar. Understanding the New Aadhaar Rules for NRIs The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has recently made it ...
Quick Bytes Indian American pilot Jemin Patel dies in Clearwater, FL plane crash. Two women, Martha Parry and Mary Ellen Pender, also killed in the accident. Crash results in fire, engulfing four mobile homes; FAA and NTSB investigating. Tragic Plane Crash in Clearwater Last Thursday, a catastrophic event unfolded as a single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza V35 ...
