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Letter | A Vote Against SNAP Is a Vote Against Washington
As a local food bank director, I see hunger every day and I know SNAP is the most effective solution. Last year, SNAP brought $2.6 billion in federal food benefits to Washington, supporting farmers, grocers, and 900,000 residents including 181,400 of Rep. Newhouse’s own constituents, the highest share in the state. Rep. Newhouse understands SNAP’s value. In a recent op-ed, he wrote: “I do not and will not support denying any eligible American access to services like Medicaid, Medicare, and SNAP.
Pakistan plane crash kills 99, including 1 American
BERLIN (Diya TV) — Germany formally adopted an Indo-Pacific strategy, becoming the second EU nation after France to make such an initiative a priority of foreign policy. In a statement, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said “The political West also lies in the East. We are sending a clear message today: the Indo-Pacific region is a priority of German foreign policy. Today’s cabinet decision sets the course for our future relations with that part of the world.
Air India plane crashes, killing at least 17, both pilots
NASHVILLE (Diya TV) — Ravi Kapur: Hi everybody, welcome to The Public Interest, I’m Ravi Kapur, and we’re joined today by Dr. Manny Sethi who is running for Senate in the great state of Tennessee, a state that I know fairly well since I lived down there and worked as a journalist. Manny it’s great to have you on the program.
Exclusive: Republican Hindu Coalition founder Shalli Kumar on Bannon’s arrest
MILWAUKEE (Diya TV) — Good evening. Ella Baker, a giant of the civil rights movement, left us with this wisdom: Give people light and they will find a way. Give people light. Those are words for our time. The current president has cloaked America in darkness for much too long. Too much anger. Too much fear. Too much division. Here and now, I give you my word: If you entrust me with the presidency, I will draw on the best of us not the worst. I will be an ally of the light not of the darkness.
Joe Biden’s Full Remarks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention
MILWAUKEE (Diya TV) — Good evening. Ella Baker, a giant of the civil rights movement, left us with this wisdom: Give people light and they will find a way. Give people light. Those are words for our time. The current president has cloaked America in darkness for much too long. Too much anger. Too much fear. Too much division. Here and now, I give you my word: If you entrust me with the presidency, I will draw on the best of us not the worst. I will be an ally of the light not of the darkness.
Kamala Harris’ full remarks at day 3 of the 2020 Democratic National Convention
MILWAUKEE (Diya TV) — Greetings America. It is truly an honor to be speaking with you. That I am here tonight is a testament to the dedication of generations before me. Women and men who believed so fiercely in the promise of equality, liberty, and justice for all. This week marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment. And we celebrate the women who fought for that right.
Sen. Kamala Harris makes history as VP nominee
News MILWAUKEE (Diya TV) — On day two of the Democratic National Convention, Joe Biden received the official nomination of the party and his wife Jill and former President Clinton were both keynote speakers. Two of the delegates for Biden are Devang and Bianca Shah. The father-daughter duo are canvassing their respective demos to push the Biden-Harris ticket and we’ll speak to them about how that’s going in the middle of a pandemic.
Biden campaign begins courtship with Indian Americans
MILWAUKEE (Diya TV) — The Biden-Harris campaign held an Indian Americans for Biden event on Indian Independence Day featuring speeches from former Vice President Biden and California Senator Kamala Harris. They were joined by surrogates Sonal Shah, Richard Verma and Nisha Desai Biswal, all of whom served in the Obama-Biden White House. The event coincided with the announcement from the grassroots South Asians for Biden organization that an ‘Indians for Biden National Council’ is being formed.
GM CFO Dhivya Suryadevara departs for Stripe
News WILMINGTON, Delaware(Diya TV) — Former Vice President Joe Biden and California Senator Kamala Harris delivered remarks in their first joint press conference in Biden’s home state of Delaware. They will be formally nominated next week as the Democratic ticket challenging President Trump in November.
Joe Biden picks Indian American Senator Kamala Harris for VP
SAN FRANCISCO (Diya TV) — San Francisco welcomed a new Consul General of India this summer. In the first sit-down interview (virtually) Consul General Nagendra Prasad discusses his plans to lead the office during this pandemic Ravi Kapur: We’re joined today by the new Consul General of San Francisco TV Nagendra Prasad who has just joined this consulate from Turkmenistan after spending some time there as an Ambassador and coming here overseas in the middle of a pandemic.
Nadella speaks to Trump about Tiktok acquisition
News Published 1 min ago on August 9, 2020 WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — Indian Prime Minister Modi traveled to Ayodhya to be part of the prayer service and groundbreaking of the Ram Mandir. It’s a significant victory for Modi and the majority BJP government, who ran on a platform to return a Hindu temple to this historic site, where a Muslim mosque also once stood.
Tipirneni wins Arizona House Democratic Primary
SAN FRANCISCO (Diya TV) — San Francisco welcomed a new Consul General of India this summer. In the first sit-down interview (virtually) Consul General Nagendra Prasad discusses his plans to lead the office during this pandemic Ravi Kapur: We’re joined today by the new Consul General of San Francisco TV Nagendra Prasad who has just joined this consulate from Turkmenistan after spending some time there as an Ambassador and coming here overseas in the middle of a pandemic.
Impact commits $10M to supporting Indian American candidates
News Published 12 hours ago on July 28, 2020 SEATTLE(Diya TV) — U.S. attorneys arrested serial Indian American entrepreneur Mukund Mohan on charges of allegedly defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program with fake and altered documents and embezzling more than $5.5 million in COVID-19 relief funds through six shell companies. Mukund Mohan was a former Microsoft and Amazon executive and is currently the CTO of BuildDirect.
Feds arrest entrepreneur Mukund Mohan for PPP fraud
News Published 3 days ago on July 25, 2020 NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — India and China held virtual talks and agreed on a complete disengagement of troops along the line of control. But there remains sticking points in multiple areas along the border. India insists bilateral relations will not improve until “full peace and tranquility” are restored.
India & China slowly move towards disengagement
News Published 1 day ago on July 24, 2020 NEW YORK (Diya TV) — Zohran Mamdani and Jenifer Rajkumar officially declared themselves winners in their respective New York State Assembly battles. A self-proclaimed socialist and son of filmmaker Mira Nair, Mamdani says he won by roughly 300 votes. Meanwhile, Rajkumar dominated her contest, winning by 27 points.
Mamdani & Rajkumar declare victory in NY assembly primaries
News Published 1 day ago on July 22, 2020 SAN FRANCISCO (Diya TV) — In an unpublicized and surprising initiative, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, spurred on by progressive groups Equality Labs and the Alliance for Justice and Accountability, passed a resolution against India’s Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam. San Francisco becomes the sixth city in the United States to pass such a resolution.
San Francisco passes resolution opposing India’s Citizenship Amendment Act
News Published 10 hours ago on July 22, 2020 Andaman and Nicobar Islands, INDIA (Diya TV) — The world’s largest warship, the USS Nimitz, made an appearance in the Indian Ocean, as the United States and India conducted naval and air defense drills. Military analysts say the show of force is meant to demonstrate America’s commitment to regional allies like India, and signal to China that international waters must remain open and free.
US India carry out joint Indian Ocean naval exercise
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, INDIA (Diya TV) — The world’s largest warship, the USS Nimitz, made an appearance in the Indian Ocean, as the United States and India conducted naval and air defense drills. Military analysts say the show of force is meant to demonstrate America’s commitment to regional allies like India, and signal to China that international waters must remain open and free.
Biden makes Indian American, Muslim American campaign stops
News Published 24 hours ago on July 20, 2020 NEW YORK (Diya TV) — The former assistant of tech CEO Fahim Saleh, 21 year old Tyrese Haspil, was arrested and charged with murder. Saleh, who was dubbed by some as the Bangladeshi Elon Musk, was found dismembered in his own luxury New York City apartment. Police say Saleh recently discovered Haspil stole roughly $90,000 from him. Detectives used credit card data to track the taser used in the killing to Tyrese Haspil.
IG report: Verma broke federal contracting rules
News Published 59 seconds ago on July 20, 2020 NEW YORK (Diya TV) — The former assistant of tech CEO Fahim Saleh, 21 year old Tyrese Haspil, was arrested and charged with murder. Saleh, who was dubbed by some as the Bangladeshi Elon Musk, was found dismembered in his own luxury New York City apartment. Police say Saleh recently discovered Haspil stole roughly $90,000 from him. Detectives used credit card data to track the taser used in the killing to Tyrese Haspil.
NJ cop departs after alleged racist jab at AG Grewal leaks
News Published 1 day ago on July 15, 2020 AUGUSTA, Maine (Diya TV) — Indian American Senate candidate Sarah Gideon won Maine’s Democratic primary and will now face incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins, in what will be one of the most highly anticipated races this fall. Mike Siegel is the winner in Texas’ 10th District Democratic Primary runoff, defeating Dr. Pritesh Gandhi, who has conceded. Siegel will take on Republican incumbent Michael McCaul this fall.
BREAKING: Sarah Gideon wins Maine Democratic Senate nomination
News Published 2 days ago on July 13, 2020 MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (Diya TV) — Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced a new $10 billion digitization fund focused on accelerating India’s digital economy. Pichai said Google will be on providing affordable access to the internet and information in local languages, creating new India specific products and services, helping businesses go digital and using technology and AI for social good in health, education and agriculture.
Google announces $10 Billion India fund to boost digitization
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (Diya TV) — Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced a new $10 billion digitization fund focused on accelerating India’s digital economy. Pichai said Google will be on providing affordable access to the internet and information in local languages, creating new India specific products and services, helping businesses go digital and using technology and AI for social good in health, education and agriculture.
New Hindu temple project in Islamabad halted
ISLAMABAD (Diya TV) — The effort to build the first Hindu temple in Islamabad since Pakistan’s creation was stopped after a court challenge. Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan allocated funds to help support the Hindu Temple project, but Islamic clerics issued fatwas and vowed severe repercussions if the temple was built. There are 8 million Hindus living in Pakistan, who have to travel hundreds of miles to perform Hindu rituals.
India-China strike détente over border issues
News Published 4 mins ago on July 7, 2020 AUSTIN, Texas (Diya TV) — Fears of a COVID19 spike have been realized, as the caseload around the nation continues to set records daily. On Wednesday, 50,000 new cases were reported around America, 10,000 in Florida alone. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is now mandating masks in his hard-hit state and states that were starting to open up are now reworking their plans in order to combat COVID19.
BREAKING: India bans 59 Chinese apps including Tiktok
News Published 15 seconds ago on July 7, 2020 SACRAMENTO (Diya TV) — California Democrats picked Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna to lead the state’s delegation along with Oakland Rep. Barbara Lee and Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis at the Democratic National Convention in August. Typically, the state governor would lead the delegation, but Gov. Gavin Newsom was not picked after activists implored that supporters of California’s primary winner Sen. Bernie Sanders be picked.
California lawsuit alleges caste-based discrimination at Cisco
News Published 43 mins ago on July 7, 2020 WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — The Mahatma Gandhi statue that was vandalized during protests in Washington, DC is back in front of the Indian Embassy fully restored. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun joined Indian Ambassador to the U.S. Taranjit Singh Sandhu to commemorate the restoration of the Gandhi statue. Indian Prime Minister Modi made a surprise visit to Ladakh to pay tribute to the soldiers lost in the border clash with China.
Exclusive: Judges Srinivasan, Rao kickoff SABA virtual conference
News Published 2 days ago on June 25, 2020 LADAKH, India (Diya TV) — While the ongoing fracas between India and China has not led to all-out war yet, satellite images indicate China is sending a larger group of troops and building infrastructure in Galwan Valley, site of that vicious clash that killed 20 Indian troops, and a reported 43 Chinese soldiers. It was the first loss of life in battle for the Chinese in more than 40 years.
As critics fume, Modi says India was not breached by China
NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — During an all-party political leaders meeting, Indian Prime Minister Modi told the group China did not breach Indian territory in Ladakh, nor was any Indian Army border post captured. Modi emphasized India will protect Galwan Valley, the region where the clash killing 20 Indian soldiers and a reported 43 Chinese soldiers took place. But Modi’s critics say the situation was an intelligence failure and many want Modi to strike back with force.
India says China broke no weapons pact along border
NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — After Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned why Indian soldiers were unarmed along the India-China border, while the Chinese carried bamboo sticks with nails and other weapons, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said all troops on border duty always carry arms, including in this situation. But Indian soldiers did not use their firearms because of agreements made in 1996 and 2005 with China not to use them during faceoffs.
Seattle councilmember Kshama Sawant leads protests against police brutality
News JAMMU AND KASHMIR, India (Diya TV) — Ajay Pandita, the only Hindu elected official in Kashmir, was killed by the terrorist group Laskhar-e-Taiba (LeT), the same group responsible for 2008 Mumbai attacks. Just weeks before his death, he noted in an interview there was no security for political leaders like himself in the war-torn region.
Biden officially clinches Democratic nomination
WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — Former Vice President Joe Biden officially clinched the Democratic Presidential nomination after winning primaries in seven states and Washington DC, setting him up to take on President Trump this fall at a time America is facing a pandemic, not to mention economic and social unrest. A number of senior Indian American officials from the Obama-Biden years announced their endorsement of Biden for President.
Nationwide protests continue on ‘Blackout Tuesday’
News MINNEAPOLIS (Diya TV) — An independent medical examiner hired by George Floyd’s family, as well as Hennepin County’s Medical Examiner classified his death as a homicide, saying his heart stopped after former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin used his knee to suppress Floyd for nearly nine minutes despite Floyd’s cries that he couldn’t breathe. The independent examiner also added “asphyxiation from sustained pressure was the cause” of the death.
Somber milestone: 100,000 Americans lost to COVID-19
News Published 16 mins ago on May 31, 2020 MINNEAPOLIS (Diya TV) — One of the Minneapolis police officers fired for their role in the death of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin, was arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter. Floyd died after he was pinned to the ground by those officers, with Chauvin keeping his knee on Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes. The other officers are under investigation, but no charges were announced.
Domestic flights in India resume after 2 month suspension
NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — India lockdown measures not only pertained to its 1.3 billion people, but to domestic flight travel as well. But the India government gave the go-ahead for flights to resume this week, though with strict social distancing guidelines and with only one-third of operations allowed to restart. Two prominent Indian Americans are receiving Ellis Island Medals of Honor.
In Oval Office, Trump offers personal mediation to India-China
News Published 2 mins ago on May 31, 2020 MINNEAPOLIS (Diya TV) — One of the Minneapolis police officers fired for their role in the death of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin, was arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter. Floyd died after he was pinned to the ground by those officers, with Chauvin keeping his knee on Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes. The other officers are under investigation, but no charges were announced.
Ex-Minneapolis cop charged with George Floyd’s murder
News Published 5 mins ago on May 31, 2020 WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — President Trump, when asked in the Oval Office to comment on the growing India-China border dispute, said he would be happy to mediate any issues between the two nations. Trump added he spoke to Prime Minister Modi and claims Modi “is not in a good mood about what’s going on with China.” The U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum normally holds events at high-end hotels.
H1B Visa holders in limbo, stranded by lockdowns
SANTA CLARA, Ca. (Diya TV) — Nearly 250 guests around the globe joined together to listen to the latest entry in the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) “India and the World” discussion series, aptly titled, “India and the Re-emerging Global Order: Thought Leadership on COVID-19 Geopolitical Implications. The panel featured notable speakers from business and political fields alike including TATA’s Chair for Strategic Affairs Dr. Ashley J. Tellis, Ambassador R.
India to play central role in revitalizing the global economy
SANTA CLARA, Ca. (Diya TV) — Nearly 250 guests around the globe joined together to listen to the latest entry in the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) “India and the World” discussion series, aptly titled, “India and the Re-emerging Global Order: Thought Leadership on COVID-19 Geopolitical Implications. The panel featured notable speakers from business and political fields alike including TATA’s Chair for Strategic Affairs Dr. Ashley J. Tellis, Ambassador R.
St. Paul, Minnesota’s India resolution draws Hindus and Muslims on opposite sides
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Diya TV) — A symbolic resolution advocated for by the Council on Islamic Relations is sparking a fiery debate in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The resolution up for discussion by the Saint Paul City Council opposes India’s Citizenship Amendment Act, a potential National Registry of Citizens, while claiming India’s ruling party, the BJP, is Islamophobic.
BREAKING: House passes $3 trillion Heroes Act to increase economic relief
FOSTER CITY, Calif. (Diya TV) — Democrats in the House passed another relief package to the tune of $3 trillion, the Heroes Act, despite 14 members of their party voting against the bill. The package would expand unemployment programs, provide rent & mortgage relief and deliver federal aid to local and state governments. In its current form, the Heroes Act is facing strong opposition from White House and the Republican-led Senate, though bipartisan negotiations are still ongoing.
Gilead gives royalty-free licenses for Remdesivir to Indian pharma
FOSTER CITY, Calif. (Diya TV) — Bay Area based Gilead Sciences signed agreements with five Indian pharmaceutical companies to manufacture Remdesivir for distribution in 127 countries, including India on a royalty-free basis until a new drug or vaccine is developed against COVID-19. For some patients, Remdesivir has helped them battle the coronavirus. But for others, using the drug in this manner has caused severe side effects.
Los Angeles stay at home order to be extended for 3 months
LOS ANGELES (Diya TV) — Los Angeles County’s Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer during a Board of Supervisors meeting said “with all certainty” stay-at-home orders will remain in place for the next three months, adding restrictions will be relaxed under a five step plan. LA County is now the epicenter in California of the coronavirus, with more than 1,300 deaths to date.
Soldiers kill man in Kashmir, triggering anti-India protests
News Published 21 mins ago on May 18, 2020 LOS ANGELES (Diya TV) — Los Angeles County’s Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer during a Board of Supervisors meeting said “with all certainty” stay-at-home orders will remain in place for the next three months, adding restrictions will be relaxed under a five step plan. LA County is now the epicenter in California of the coronavirus, with more than 1,300 deaths to date.
Trump says he’s taking Hydroxychloroquine
LOS ANGELES (Diya TV) — They have very low wages, few benefits, no health care coverage, and no sick days. About half are undocumented. Yet they are deemed “essential” workers who harvest and package vegetables and fruits, work in meat packing plants, pick up and transport the product. They are farm workers – so important to keeping the country fed and moving that they are exempt from ”stay at home” orders and even from the Trump administration’s recent two month ban on new immigrants.
United States COVID-19 cases top 1 million, deaths near 60,000
News Published 21 hours ago on May 1, 2020 WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — President Trump announced the Food and Drug Administration granted an emergency use authorization for Gilead Sciences’ drug Remdesivir to treat COVID-19. Gilead is donating 1.5 million vials of Remdesivir. In clinical trials led by a team of investigators, including an Indian-American physician, coronavirus patients have shown positive results from taking Remdesivir.
FDA approves Remdesivir for emergency COVID-19 use
News WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — Chicago-area Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi shared exclusively with Diya TV how Congress will improve oversight of small business loans issued through the Payroll Protection Program after reports publicly traded companies were getting loans meant for mom and pop shops. Krishnamoorthi also discussed addressing the potential visa expiration of some 200,000 H1B workers. Independent Michigan Congressmen.
Hydroxychloroquine treatment not recommended by NIH
News NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — India’s 40 day nationwide lockdown has helped to stop the spread of COVID-19, as the doubling rate of cases reduced from 3 days at the start of the crisis to 10 days now. https://youtu.be/3Ciy_uB9RJc But there’s enormous concern over the Indian economy, as Prime Minister Modi tries to restart it without risking a deadly resurgence.
Trump officially signs executive order to block immigration
WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — President Trump officially signed an executive order suspending new immigrant visas for 60 days, an order he says could be extended. Trump stated that there will be some exemptions for essential workers battling COVID-19, but you can expect legal challenges to be mounted. 2 cats are the first known pets to test positive for COVID-19. They are expected to make a full recovery. Experts say animals can get the virus from humans, but it’s less likely you can get it from your pet.
Bharat Ramamurti to oversee America’s $2 trillion stimulus
News WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — A new study conducted by Bay Area researchers, including four Indian Americans, concludes COVID-19 is much more widespread than previously thought, and therefore less fatal than currently believed. But critics say the study’s conclusion is too sweeping, not peer-reviewed and comes from a self-selecting sample population.
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