Thursday, September 18 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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Speaking of Belonging: How Indian languages shape diaspora identity across generations
From Bhojpuri folk songs to Tamil rap, Indian languages connect the diaspora to heritage, memory, culture, and identity worldwide.
August 25, 2025
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World Photography Day: How photographs gave the Indian diaspora a sense of belonging
On World Photography Day, how photos—from indenture-era portraits to family albums—anchored belonging for the Indian diaspora.
August 19, 2025
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Unsung Allies Abroad: How the Indian diaspora fuelled the freedom struggle
A forgotten chapter of history, how the Indian diaspora fueled the independence movement through activism, funding, and sacrifice.
August 15, 2025
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Shyam Sankar: The Mumbai-born CTO steering Palantir’s AI revolution in the US
Shyam Sankar, now billionaire CTO of Palantir, is helping drive the US tech giant’s AI revolution from the frontlines of innovation.
August 12, 2025
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From One Chaiwala to Another: How Akhil Patel went from brewing chai to serving PM Modi at Chequers
Indian-origin teapreneur Akhil Patel’s brand Amala Chai is giving the UK a taste of India — and even served tea to PM Modi at Chequers.
August 6, 2025
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How Suyash Keshari is reimagining wildlife tourism through conservation and community
Suyash Keshari is building a global safari movement rooted in conservation, community, and lasting impact.
July 25, 2025
Latest Youth Stories
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From Mayapur to London: Krishangi Meshram becomes England’s youngest solicitor at 21
At 21, West Bengal born and UAE raised Krishangi Meshram made history as England’s youngest solicitor, redefining diversity in law.
August 21, 2025
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Adil Mukhi: An Indo-Canadian teen championing youth health education
High schooler Adil Mukhi is connecting students from 65+ countries to healthcare careers through his youth-led platform, Dr. Interested.
August 14, 2025
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How Boston teen Arjun Goray is making AI tools simpler for the world
Teen Arjun Goray turns a robotics challenge into Synodic AI — a startup making computer vision tools simple, fast, and accessible for all.
August 8, 2025
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Yash Dutt: The Indian-origin Australian founder using AI to empower youth worldwide
Australian entrepreneur Yash Dutt is harnessing the power of AI to train and uplift youth across the globe, starting from Brisbane.
July 24, 2025
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Shuttler Ayush Shetty clinches US Open Title, ends India's BWF drought
Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty ends the country’s BWF title drought with a breakthrough win at the 2025 US Open Super 300.
July 4, 2025
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Vidya Ambati's breakthrough: How a teen scientist found a new way to tackle arthritis
Indian American teen Vidya Ambati uncovers a potential new arthritis treatment, blending scientific curiosity with personal inspiration.
June 20, 2025
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Dubai-based karting prodigy Atiqa Mir becomes first Indian in Rotax Euro Top 10
10-year-old Atiqa Mir becomes the first Indian to secure a top-10 finish at the Rotax Euro Trophy, marking a new chapter in motorsport.
June 13, 2025
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Arya Gurumukhi: Texas teen bringing clean energy innovation to underserved communities
Arya Gurumukhi is transforming global energy access with Bionic Leaf technology, bridging science, sustainability, and social impact.
June 5, 2025
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Harvard’s Visa Crisis: How Trump’s crackdown is shaking Indian students’ futures
Trump’s visa crackdown on Harvard has left Indian students in limbo, raising urgent questions about the future of U.S. education.
May 28, 2025
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Souparnika Nair: The British-Indian teen voice bridging two cultures through song
British-Indian teen Souparnika Nair blends Indian and Western music on her rise from Kerala to UK stardom.
May 22, 2025