A 26-year-old Telangana techie died after suffering severe injuries in a July 18 road accident in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and developing cerebral fat embolism. Nithyanand Reddy Gannu died on July 22 as a fundraiser collected over $67,000 for medical bills and the repatriation of his body to India. Telangana Techie Injured in Michigan Road Accident A 26-year-old technology professional from Telangana died in the United States after sustai

Indian-origin Ohio State student Sarosh Sheth, 21, was killed near the Columbus campus after a Mustang allegedly ran a red light and struck pedestrians. The driver faces an OVI charge while police await toxicology results.   Crash near Ohio State campus COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State University neuroscience student Sarosh Sheth, 21, was killed after a Ford Mustang

Last Updated: July 18, 2026 When an Indian student dies in a U.S. car crash, several legal and administrative steps follow before the remains can be returned to India. This guide explains the police investigation, family notificat

India's RBI-backed FCNR deposit initiative has reportedly mobilized nearly $10 billion in foreign-currency deposits from NRIs. The strong response highlights growing demand for foreign-currency savings while helping strengthen India's external financing position. India's temporary Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initiative to encourage Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR(B)) deposits has reportedly attracted nearly $10

The Utah mall stabbing left an Indian Muslim kiosk worker critically injured at Valley Fair Mall. Police allege that suspect Peter Michael Larsen selected Sohail because of his religion and intended to kill him before bystanders intervened. Utah Mall Stabbing Leaves Indian Muslim Worker Critically Injured An Indian Muslim kiosk worker was critically injured in an alleged religiously motivated s

Indian student Makkena Prasanna, 27, died in a New Jersey crash while traveling with friends. The Andhra Pradesh native had completed a master’s degree in the United States, and her family is seeking government help to return her remains to India Indian student Makkena Prasanna, 27, died in a car crash in New Jersey on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, according to reports from India. Three friends traveling with her were reportedly

Domestic violence laws in Texas treat family violence allegations seriously. Police investigate reported incidents, courts may issue protective orders, and criminal cases follow state law. Understanding the legal process helps NRIs and new residents avoid misunderstandings. How Texas Defines Family Violence Texas law generally refers to domestic violence as family violence, which i

The UK tax rule on FCNR deposits is weakening their appeal among some wealthy NRIs because overseas interest may be taxed in Britain. Higher Indian returns and the RBI-backed incentive remain attractive, but investors must now compare headline rates with their final post-tax income. UK tax rules are weakening the appeal of Foreign Currency Non-Resident, or FCNR, deposits for some wealthy NRIs, particularly long-term UK residents who may owe British tax on interest

An Indian engineer in Washington state has been charged with first-degree murder after investigators said smart-lock records, autopsy findings and phone calls contradicted his account of his wife’s death inside their Bellevue apartment.

A California court has dismissed attempted murder charges against Indian-origin radiologist Dharmesh Patel after he completed a mental health diversion program connected to a 2023 cliff crash in San Mateo County. The case drew national attention after a Tesla carrying Patel, his wife and their two young children plunged about 250 feet off a cliff along the Pacific Coast Highway near Devil’s Slide on Monday, January 2, 2023. All four family m

An Indian woman found homeless in Chicago has reunited with her family in India after volunteers, a Chicago social worker and the Consulate General of India in Chicago helped arrange emergency documents for her return. The case was updated from Chicago, Illinois, on Sunday, July 5, 2026, nearly three years after the woman’s situation first drew attention. Indian Woman Found Homeless in Chicago Repatriated to India According to U.S.-based nonp

An Indian student dies in North Carolina after a reported carbon monoxide poisoning incident inside a parked car, according to details shared in a social media post. Rathan Kishore, who reportedly moved to the United States in 2024 to pursue his Master’s degree, died on Sunday, June 28, 2026, after allegedly sleeping inside a parked vehicle with the engine running. Indian Student Dies in North Carolina After Reported Car I

More than 130 Hindu Americans gathered on Capitol Hill for CoHNA Advocacy Day on Saturday, July 4, 2026, using the U.S. 250th anniversary to highlight civic participation, religious freedom and concerns over anti-Hindu hate. The fifth annual advocacy day, organized by the Coalition of Hindus of North America, brought participants from 15 states to Washington, D.C. Delegates included students, veterans, entrepreneurs, researchers and community

India has launched an e-OCI card for more than 5 million Overseas Citizen of India cardholders, giving them a digital credential for immigration and airline verification while keeping existing physical OCI cards valid. Readers unfamiliar with the program can review our explainer on what an OCI

Rupeeflo is targeting a reduction in NRI account opening time from about 60 days to 24 hours. The digital onboarding effort covers bank, demat and trading accounts used by Non-Resident Indians investing in India. The company says the faster process could address paperwork and verification delays that cause applicants to abandon plans to invest in Indian stocks or deposits. Rupeeflo targets faster NRI account opening Zerodha founder and CEO Nith

A Garner father faces an attempted murder charge and multiple felony child abuse counts after authorities said his 2-year-old son suffered life-threatening brain, eye and spinal injuries. The charges against 44-year-old Kiran Netha Pasunuri were announced in Garner, North Carolina, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, according to the Garner Police Department and court documents. Attempted murder charge follows severe toddler injuries Pasunuri is charge

ALEXANDRIA, La. — Tuesday, June 30, 2026 — Oakdale Subway owner Chandrakant Patel pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy to commit visa fraud and money laundering in a Louisiana U-Visa fraud scheme involving fabricated police reports, federal prosecutors said. Patel, 40, entered his plea on Friday, May 29, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. Prosecutors said the scheme operated from December 2015 through July 2025. Lo

Sharran Srivatsaa’s janitor-to-CEO story highlights how he used free Tony Robbins audio tapes to improve his communication while working nights in the United States. The Indian entrepreneur, now described as the U.S.-based CEO of Acquisition, said criticism of his accent became an early obstacle as he tried to build a career. Sharran Srivatsaa’s Janitor-to-CEO Journey Srivatsaa shared the account in a post on X after entrepreneur and author

The birthright citizenship ruling issued by the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, provides important clarity for families living in the United States on temporary visas. Children born in the country to parents who are lawfully but temporarily present remain U.S. citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment. For the court’s vote and constitutional reasoning, read NRIPage’s full report on the

A US traveler stranded in Dubai reportedly waited about a week after an India entry update failed to arrive during her journey, according to a social media account. The woman had been traveling from the United States to meet her fiancé’s family in India and was said to have completed the required e-arrival or pre-arrival application before departure. US Traveler Stranded in Dubai: What the Account Says The expected confirmation did not arrive while sh