Indian-origin scientist finds dead probiotic that can fix leaky gut
New York, Dec 10 (IANS) A team led by an Indian-origin scientist has identified a dead probiotic that can reduce age-related leaky gut and control …
Sikh Uber driver racially abused, strangulated by passenger in US
Washington, Dec 10 (IANS) A Sikh Uber driver in the US was racially abused and strangulated by a passenger, a media report said. The incident …
2nd Indian girl falls to death in UAE
Dubai, Dec 9 (IANS) In yet another suspected case of teen suicide in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a 16-year-old Indian girl was killed after …
Indian girl dead after falling from Sharjah building
Sharjah, Dec 8 (IANS) A 15-year-old Indian girl died after falling from the 10th floor of a building in Sharjah, police said. An official said …
Sikh-American’s ‘Seva Truck’ sends out free food
Washington, Dec 7 (IANS) A Sikh-American from Washington D.C. is operating a ‘Seva Truck’, via which he sends out free meals to local communities in …
UAE-based Indian kid’s robot to be showcased at Dubai Expo
Dubai, Dec 5 (IANS) A small robot built by a nine-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian child which segregates waste, will be showcased at the …
18 Indian crew men kidnapped in high seas off West Africa
New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) West Africa is infamous for piracy and now the situation has worsened further with the kidnapping of 19 crewmen, nearly …
2 Indian students dead in US hit-and-run
Washington, Dec 3 (IANS) Two Indian students were killed in a hit-and-run incident in the US state of Tennessee, with the accused surrendering himself to …
US man surrenders after killing Indian student
San Francisco, Dec 2 (IANS) A US man has surrendered to the police in California’s San Bernardino for the killing of Indian student Abhishek Sudhesh …
AI-based algorithm to treat brain injury developed
London, Nov 29 (IANS) Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) based algorithm that could help doctors treat patients with severe …
Indian-origin researcher turns banana plant into packaging material
Sydney, Nov 29 (IANS) An Indian-origin researcher-led team at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) on Friday announced it has discovered a novel way …
Scientists produce complex glass from a 3D printer
London, Nov 28 (IANS) Creating glass objects using 3D printing is not easy but a groups of researchers including one of Indian-origin has now used …
Ahmedabad-born Indian woman Conservative nominee for UK poll
London, Nov 25 (IANS) Indian origin Tamkeen Shaikh, born and raised in Ahmedabad, has been selected as the Conservative Party candidate for the Barking constituency …
Chewing sugar-free gum may prevent dental cavity
London, Nov 20 (IANS) To prevent your teeths from rotting, start chewing sugar-free gums, as researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have found some evidence that …
Indian brought to US from Afghanistan for trial on assault charges
New York, Nov 19 (IANS) An Indian man working for the US in Afghanistan has been brought to Washington to be tried on charges that …
Indian couple 1st to be convicted of labour trafficking in S’pore
Singapore, Nov 16 (IANS) In the first conviction of a labour trafficking case in Singapore, an Indian couple was convicted of abusing their power to …
Indian-American beauty queen raises funds for drug awareness
Washington, Nov 14 (IANS) An Indian-American student and anti-bullying activist who was crowned Miss World America Washington, was on a quest to raise $1 million …
Indian expat in Sharjah arrested for abusing wife
Sharjah, Nov 14 (IANS) An Indian expat was arrested by Sharjah Police after his wife posted a video of herself on social media saying he …
Man who killed wife, himself in US was jealous of Bollywood actor: Friends
New York, Nov 11 (IANS) A man who stabbed his wife to death and hung himself from a tree was “insanely jealous” of his wife’s …
Prince Charles on 10th official visit to India Wednesday
London, Nov 11 (IANS) Charles, the Prince of Wales, is arriving on Wednesday on a two-day visit to India, his 10th official visit, to celebrate …
Older adults can opt for weight-loss surgery: Study
London, Nov 11 (IANS) Weight-loss or bariatric surgeries are not usually performed in people above the age of 65. But researchers, including Indian-origin, have now …
Two elderly Indians complete Dubai Run on wheelchairs
Dubai, Nov 9 (IANS) Two elderly Indian women completed the Dubai Run here on wheelchairs, a media report said on Saturday. Kusum Bhargava, an 86-year-old …
Indian expat kills compatriot in Dubai over sleeping spot
Dubai, Nov 8 (IANS) An Indian expat beat a compatriot to death for sleeping at his spot in a yard here, the Dubai Court of …
Madhuri Vijay makes $25,000 DSC lit prize shortlist
London, Nov 7 (IANS) Bengaluru-born Hawaii-based debutant author Madhuri Vijay, who has just been crowned with the Rs 25 lakh JCB Prize for Literature, India’s …
Twitter posts can reveal how lonely you are: Study
New York, Nov 6 (IANS) Researchers have found that users who tweet on loneliness are much more likely to write about mental well-being issues and …
Indian boy runs over mother in UAE freak accident
Dubai, Nov 5 (IANS) An Indian woman died after she was run over by her teenager son in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the media …
Indian girl dies outside her school in UAE
Dubai, Nov 5 (IANS) A four-year-old Indian girl died while her mother was seriously injured when they were run over by a car outside here …
Indian wins big in Abu Dhabi raffle
Abu Dhabi, Nov 4 (IANS) An Indian national won 15 million dirhams ($4 million) at the Big Ticket raffle in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) …
US-based Indian engineer in Green Card backlog dies
Washington, Nov 1 (IANS) A US-based software engineer, whose name was listed in the Green Card backlog, died suddenly and as a result, his pregnant …
Indian-origin researcher wins award for work on batteries
New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Dr Neeraj Sharma from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney — considered one of the global leaders in …
India’s new Ambassador to UAE assumes office
Abu Dhabi, Nov 1 (IANS) Indias new Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Pavan Kapoor has assumed office at the country’s Embassy here, the …
Indian-American White House official caught in impeachment crossfire
New York, Oct 31 (IANS) An Indian-American White House official has been caught in the crossfire of internal politics arising from the Ukraine controversy that …
In a first, Diwali celebrated at Washington airport
Washington, Oct 28 (IANS) In a historic first, Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, was celebrated at the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which was …
Trump lights lamp in Oval Office, wishes Happy Diwali
Washington, Oct 27 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Sunday extended his greetings to all celebrating Diwali, saying relations are “strengthened by sacred traditions”. In …
Fine, jail for selling firecrackers during Diwali in Dubai
Dubai, Oct 26 (IANS) Anyone caught selling fireworks can be jailed for up to three months, or handed down a 5,000 dirham ($1,361) fine in …
Diwali preparations in full swing in UAE
Dubai, Oct 25 (IANS) Diwali preparations were in full swing across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as Indian expats were readying to celebrate the ‘festival …
Smart light bulbs can hack your personal information
New York, Oct 23 (IANS) Smart bulbs are expected to be a popular purchase this holiday season. But could lighting your home open up your …
Indian doctor to head oncology dept in cleveland clinic
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) Jame Abraham on Tuesday was inducted as the head of the Hematology/Medical Oncology Department at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, US. …
Indian doctor to head oncology department in US
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) Jame Abraham on Tuesday has been appointed as the head of the Hematology/Medical Oncology Department at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, …
Indian nurses in UAE may lose jobs over new requirement
Dubai, Oct 15 (IANS) Hundreds of Indian nurses diploma certificates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were at risk of losing their jobs due to …
Dubai-based Indian buys tickets to send prisoners home
Dubai, Oct 15 (IANS) A Dubai-based Indian businessman purchased one-way flight tickets for 13 prisoners facing deportation to help them fly back home, it was …