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US: Homeland Security Department increases automatic extension period for
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Notably, the decision by the US Department followed recommendations by Ajay Bhutoria, the Commissioner of the White House Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) Commissioner.
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Blinken quotes Rabindranath Tagore at Diwali reception, hails South Asian
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
In an address at the State Department's Diwali reception, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasised the significance of South Asian culture in the United States, highlighting that the country derives strength from its diversity, including the contributions of South Asian Americans.<
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US: Bidens to celebrate Diwali one last time at the White House in Washing
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The American First Lady, Dr Jill Biden, and President Joe Biden will host a Diwali celebration at the White House on Monday, inviting Indian-Americans from across the United States to attend. This will be the couple's last Diwali celebration as President and First Lady.
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South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of US:
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
US President Joe Biden extended his wishes on Diwali and said that the Diwali message of seeking the light of wisdom and love has helped his nation "emerge stronger".
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"Representation matters," says Kamala Harris for Asian Americans, Native H
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
While replying to a question at the White House forum on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, Harris said, "It is not as though the immigrant story is that one comes here and has no knowledge and awareness of it. Right. And I think that's a really important point to ackn
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AAPI Heritage Month: Biden pledges to 're-double' commitment to fight hate
Updated : 3 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington [US], May 18 (ANI): Hosting a reception to celebrate the contributions and influence of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States, President Joe Biden condemned the violence and hateful rhetoric t
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Four Indian Americans to be appointed to Biden's advisory commission on As
Updated : 4 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], December 21 (ANI): US President Biden announced his intent to appoint four Indian Americans as commissioners to the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, the White House announced on Monday.
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Biden signs legislation to address hate crimes against Asian Americans
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington DC [US], May 21 (ANI): US President Joe Biden has signed legislation to address the rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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'Hate has no place in America': President Biden to sign anti-Asian hate cr
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington [US], May 20 (ANI): US President Joe Biden has announced that he will sign the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act on Thursday, paving the way for the legislation to stop hate crimes against Asian Americans that have occurred since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
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FBI, US Attorney condemn acts of violence against Asian Americans
Updated : 4 years, 11 months ago IST
Washington DC [US], March 23 (ANI): A week after a shooting incident at three Asian spas in Atlanta, senior Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) officials and a federal US attorney on Monday condemned acts of violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the country.
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Biden, Harris meet Asian American leaders in Atlanta after deadly shooting
Updated : 4 years, 11 months ago IST
Washington [US], March 20 (ANI): US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday (local time) met Asian American leaders in Atlanta after the deadly shootings that claimed the lives of eight people, including six Asian women.
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US House condemns rising violence against Asian Americans
Updated : 4 years, 12 months ago IST
Washington [US], March 19 (ANI): The US House Judiciary Committee's civil rights committee on Thursday held a hearing, condemning the rise of violence and discrimination against Asian Americans during the pandemic.
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