Wednesday, April 16 2025
Charu ThakurAssociate Editor , Global Indian
A writer at heart and journalist by profession, she brings with her a decade of experience in the newsroom. Always on a lookout for stories on art, culture, sustainability, travel and social impact.
All Stories
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From the margins to the Constitution: How BR Ambedkar became a nation builder
Long before the term was used, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was a Global Indian who rose from caste discrimination to help shape modern India.
April 14, 2025
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Nonprofit to the 50 Most Influential Women: Sheroo Mukhtiar’s impact in Houston
Nonprofit leader Sheroo Mukhtiar joins Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women. Her steady focus on service is transforming communities.
April 11, 2025
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Redefining digital representation: Lilly Singh Launches HYPHEN8 to empower South Asian creators
A first-generation immigrant in Canada, Lilly Singh shaped her mission to change the digital landscape for underrepresented voices.
April 3, 2025
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How Michelin-star chef Gaggan Anand is redefining Indian cuisine in Bangkok
Gaggan Anand is transforming Indian cuisine in Bangkok with his restaurant that has earned No1 spot in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list.
April 1, 2025
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Indian-origin Canadian astronaut Dr. Shawna Pandya to lead space medicine mission in 2026
Indian-origin astronaut Dr. Shawna Pandya is the first female commercial Canadian astronaut to go for space medicine mission in 2026.
March 28, 2025
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Brewing Heritage Down Under: How Uppma Virdi brings authentic Indian chai to Australia
Uppma Virdi transformed her love for chai into Chai Walli, bringing authentic Indian masala chai to Australia.
March 25, 2025
Latest Youth Stories
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Indian American teen Nandana Menon revolutionising autism support with Spark
Nandana Menon is transforming autism support with app "Spark," offering tailored therapy and resources for children and caregivers.
April 12, 2025
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Shield Seniors: How Dallas teen Tejasvi Manoj is using AI to protect elderly from online scams
Indian-American teen Tejasvi Manoj is helping protect senior citizens against cybercrimes through Shield Seniors.
April 4, 2025
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Shivali Chandrashekar: LA-based teen popularising Hindustani classical music with her debut album
Shivali Chandrashekar is fusing Hindustani classical music with EDM to make this ancient art form accessible to her generation.
March 21, 2025
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Skating Beyond Borders: Tara Prasad’s journey from US rinks to representing India
Skater Tara Prasad renounced her US citizenship to represent India on the ice. Her journey celebrates passion, heritage, and bold dreams.
March 14, 2025
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The Accidental Advocate: How Shreya Nallamothu paved the way for child influencer protections
Shreya Nallamothu led the fight for child influencer protections, inspiring Illinois’ first law and a movement for digital labor rights.
March 7, 2025
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Diana Awardee Atreya Manaswi is leading a revolution in honeybee conservation
Diana Award 2024 winner Atreya Manaswi is revolutionizing honeybee conservation with his innovation, BeetleGuard AI.
March 1, 2025
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From Punjab to Australia: How Ishika Mahajan is advancing brain cancer research
From Punjab to Australia, Ishika Mahajan is transforming brain cancer research and inspiring young women in STEM.
February 21, 2025
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Young innovator, big impact: Tanishka Aglave's fight against crop disease
Tanishka Aglave developed a natural cure for citrus greening disease using curry leaf extract, winning the Robert Hortviz Prize.
February 14, 2025
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Meet Akash Bobba, the only Indian-origin engineer in Elon Musk’s DOGE
Indian-American Akash Bobba joins Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative to revolutionize US government efficiency with AI and data-driven innovation.
February 7, 2025
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Shubham Banerjee: The young Indian-American innovator making braille affordable
Shubham Banerjee pioneered affordable Braille printers, showcasing Indian-American innovation for social impact.
February 5, 2025