Diaspora

Indian diaspora festivals: Celebration of cultures across continents

Indian diaspora festivals: Celebration of cultures...

March 30, 2025

Over the centuries, as the Indian diaspora has flourished across the globe, it has not only carried traditional festivals from the homeland but also created unique celebrations that reflect their hybrid identities. These festivals blend Indian cultural roots with influences from ...

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From India to the world: Holi’s global celebration

From India to the world: Holi’s global celebrati...

March 12, 2025

Holi, the festival of colours, is not just an Indian celebration anymore. It has transcended geographical boundaries, capturing hearts and imaginations worldwide. From the bustling streets of New York to the beaches of Bali, the spirit of Holi has found a home in the most unexpec...

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Indian students head overseas for architecture studies

Indian students head overseas for architecture stu...

March 2, 2025

As the global demand for skilled architects continues to rise, Indian students are increasingly considering international programmes that provide enticing opportunities offering exposure to diverse architectural styles and innovative practices. “The educational environment in I...

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Words between worlds: Journey of Indian diaspora across generations

Words between worlds: Journey of Indian diaspora a...

March 2, 2025

For decades, large number of Indians have left their country of origin, whether in search of economic opportunities, to escape prevailing conditions, or to seek a better future abroad. When they step out and settle in another country, it is not just a physical departure of a pers...

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GOPIO Guadeloupe hosts Semi-Marathon to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi

GOPIO Guadeloupe hosts Semi-Marathon to commemorat...

October 8, 2024

From tiny tots to octogenerians, hundreds of residents of Guadeloupe, a French territory in the Caribbean, turned out enthusiastically on Sunday to participate in a unique event that commemorated the memory of Father of the Indian Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, through sports. Organised...

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PIOs in Guadeloupe greatly enthused by Indian Ambassador’s visit

PIOs in Guadeloupe greatly enthused by Indian Amba...

December 24, 2023

The Indian diaspora community in the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe is very optimistic and says that the Indian government seems to be finally moving to accept their demand for recognition as Persons of Indian Origin, say community leaders after a visit earlier this week to the i...

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Lack of jobs, poor quality of education, easier loans drive students overseas

Lack of jobs, poor quality of education, easier lo...

March 31, 2023

In January, the University Grants Commission announced that foreign universities can henceforth set up their own campuses in India. The move was projected as a game changer for the Indian education sector, saying that by bringing foreign universities to India, students would no l...

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Diaspora disappointed over discriminatory property law in Canada

Diaspora disappointed over discriminatory property...

January 29, 2023

The Indian community in Canada is unhappy over the implementation of a new law that governs who can buy housing in the country with effect from January 1. Many Indian immigrants are worried about the Property Purchasing Law saying that they will be losing out financially for no r...

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First Indian in race to become UK’s next PM

First Indian in race to become UK’s next PM

July 24, 2022

On Thursday as the British Conservative Party MPs voted to choose their next leader and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, the two expected finalists were Rishi Sunak, former Chancellor of the Exchequer, and former British foreign secretary Liz Truss. Sunak held on his lea...

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Indian diaspora concerned over Bulli Bai, Sulli Deals and Haridwar hate assembly

Indian diaspora concerned over Bulli Bai, Sulli De...

January 17, 2022

The Indian diaspora has voiced concerns over growing Islamophobia in India in view of recent incidents like Bulli Bai and Sulli Deals apps, targeting Muslim women as well as the Haridwar hate assembly. The diaspora groups lash out at “the communal hate and the provocative speec...

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