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  As President Donald Trump escalates trade tensions by raising tariffs on Indian imports to a historic 50%, New India Abroad reports a strong response from the U.S.-India business community. Mukesh Aghi, president and CEO of the US-India Strategic and Partnership Forum (USISPF), emphasized in an exclusive interview with 5WH that urgent high-level dialogue is essential to prevent lasting damage to the bilateral trade relationship. While acknowledging that the 25% tariff hike poses serious challenges, Aghi urged policymakers to separate short-term disputes from long-term strategic interests. He reaffirmed that the broader U.S.-India partnership—critical for global stability and economic growth—must remain a priority even amid rising trade friction.

  Ever since Donald Trump’s latest tariff strike on India, garment giant Pearl Global —supplier to U.S. brands like Gap and Kohl’s—has been flooded with urgent midnight calls from anxious American clients. The message is clear: absorb the tariff hike or shift production immediately. In response, Pearl Global is moving fast to reassure partners, offering to reroute manufacturing to its 17 facilities across Bangladesh, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Guatemala, thereby dodging the new U.S. duties on Indian imports. This quick pivot highlights the fragility of global supply chains and the tough decisions Indian exporters now face. Stay updated on this developing trade impact with New India Abroad , your source for diaspora-driven business and political news.

  Former Olympic champions Argentina have secured both the men’s and women’s titles at the Pan American Cup Hockey Tournaments held in Montevideo, Uruguay, on August 3. With these victories, Argentina qualifies for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cups , co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands. In the men's final, Argentina crushed the USA 10-0, while the women defeated the USA 3-0. The USA women also secured World Cup qualification as Argentina had already qualified via the FIH Pro League. Canada’s men won bronze but missed qualification. Both Canadian and U.S. squads featured players of Indian origin. Argentina’s Tomas Domene was the tournament top scorer, celebrating his 100th cap during the campaign. Argentina reaffirmed its dominance in American hockey.  

  Former Olympic champions Argentina have showcased their hockey dominance once again by winning both the men’s and women’s titles at the Pan American Cup Hockey Tournaments held in Montevideo, Uruguay, on August 3. With this emphatic double triumph, Argentina has booked direct entries for both teams to the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cups, which will be co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands. In the men’s final, Argentina crushed the USA 10-0, continuing an unbeaten streak throughout the tournament. Tomas Domene starred with multiple goals, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer and celebrating his 100th cap. Earlier, Argentina had overwhelmed Brazil 13-0, the USA 3-0, Uruguay 12-0, and Canada 9-1 in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, in the women’s section, Argentina overcame the USA 3-0 in a solid final performance. Having already qualified via the FIH Pro League, Argentina’s win allowed the USA women’s team to claim the direct Pan American qualification slot to the 2026 World Cup. ...

  New India Abroad proudly celebrates the recognition of two Indian-origin visionaries — Satya Nadella and Sundar Pichai — who have secured top spots in Fortune magazine’s 2025 list of the 100 Most Powerful People in Business . Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, ranks an impressive second, while Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet and Google, stands strong in sixth place. Born in Hyderabad, Satya Nadella has been a transformative force at Microsoft. He led the company beyond its traditional roots in personal computing toward dominance in cloud infrastructure, and now, into the AI revolution. Nadella’s strategic decision to partner early with OpenAI has placed Microsoft at the cutting edge of generative AI development. Despite some friction in that partnership, Microsoft continues to thrive as a Big Tech powerhouse under his leadership. Fortune describes Nadella as “one of the sharpest strategic minds in management today,” and praises his empathetic leadership style. He is consider...

  Victoria University (VU), Australia, has received formal approval from India’s University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish a full-fledged independent campus in India. The announcement was made during an official event in New Delhi, where India’s Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, handed over the Letter of Intent to university officials. This marks a significant milestone, positioning VU as an approved Foreign Higher Education Institution with the authority to operate a self-governed campus by 2027. The planned campus is expected to be located in the Delhi National Capital Region and will offer a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs, tailored to align with India's growing industry and educational demands. A unique highlight of the new Indian campus will be the implementation of VU’s award-winning Block Model—an innovative teaching method where students study one subject at a time in four-week intensive learning blocks. This immersi...

  Every summer, as school ends and Texas heats up, hundreds of kids count down to one incredible week: Hindu Heritage Youth Camp (HHYC). For many, it’s a first-time adventure. For others, it’s a cherished return to a place that feels like ghar—home. Now in its 41st year, HHYC is more than a summer camp . It’s a celebration of Hindu heritage, filled with Garba, Holi, yoga, Shakha, and deep friendships. With 342 campers and over 80 passionate counselors, the 2025 camp was held at the community’s very own Texas Hindu Campsite. New India Abroad proudly supports stories like HHYC—where culture, joy, and youth leadership come together to build the next generation with pride and purpose.