by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 21, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
Indian American hotelier Prakash Maggan has been named Chair of the Global Board of Directors for the IHG Owners Association for 2026, marking a significant leadership role within one of the hospitality industry’s most influential owner organizations. The appointment...
by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 20, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
Sunita “Suni” Williams, one of the most accomplished Indian American astronauts in history, has officially retired from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration after a distinguished 27-year career marked by trailblazing achievements in human spaceflight....
by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 12, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
Arpit Davé, a seasoned Indian American technology and information leader in the biotechnology sector, has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., effective January 12, 2026. The appointment was...
by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 9, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
Las Vegas isn’t just about bright lights and casino floors this year. During CES 2026, the city became a stage where South Asian leaders, founders, and civic partners showed up and showed strength, signaling that this community is now a key part of the region’s...
by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 6, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
Dr. Ray Jayawardhana, a distinguished Sri Lankan American astrophysicist and seasoned university administrator, has been named the next president of the California Institute of Technology, one of the United States most prestigious research universities. The...
by americansouthasiannetwork.com | Jan 4, 2026 | south-asian-spotlight
On January 4, Ketan Bhuptani was sworn in as Deputy Mayor of Livingston Township, New Jersey, becoming the first Indian-American to hold the role in the township’s history. The appointment represents a significant moment for local governance in one of New Jersey’s...
