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[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

To celebrate Indian Americans and their impact on the US economy, culture and society, here are highlights from the groundbreaking 2024 report on the community by @IndiasporaForum and @BCG.

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See the full report at https://t.co/wfTpjpEdIr

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.

Megha Ganne, a senior at @Stanford @StanfordWGolf, won the 125th US Women's Amateur tournament in August 2025. @USGA

Winning the U.S. Women’s Amateur is the pinnacle of amateur golf providing a gold medal, custody of the Robert Cox Trophy, and career-launching perks. These include exemptions into major professional championships, elite invitations, and a massive boost toward an LPGA Tour card.

She is represented by @excelsm, home of champions of many sports, including @derekjeter @MichelleWieWest @collin_morikawa @JaredGoff16 @amonra_stbrown Nikola Jokic @kschwarb12

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

You’ll love this short, funny-serious video by @funnyindian and @IndiasporaForum. Share it with everyone you know! https://t.co/x9bdBIcsV4

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

35 million strong — and the Indian Diaspora's reach may surprise you.

While many know about Indian communities thriving in the US, Canada, and the UK, fewer know about the remarkable impact being made closer to Panama.

In our latest video, Indiaspora explores the deep-rooted history and lasting influence of the Indian Diaspora in Panama, featuring:

Janaina Tewaney – Former Foreign Minister of Panama
Hari Seshayasee – Co-Founder, Consilium Group
Rosita Shahani – Presidente, Bienes Raices Shahani

Watch Here:
https://t.co/kLPVyHStXu

#IndianDiaspora #Indiaspora #Panama #LatinAmerica #IndianAbroad #GlobalIndia #Diaspora

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Immigrants paid more in taxes than they received in benefits every year from 1994-2023.

[Sree Sreenivasan (sreenet.substack.com) @sree]

The India Philanthropy Alliance @phil_india is now accepting submissions for the 7th Annual Youth Essay Competition. The contest invites middle and high school students to identify the biggest developmental issue in India and use their critical thinking skills to submit a well-researched personal essay that identifies solutions. This year’s theme is #YouthWithPurpose. Submit your essay and learn more here: https://t.co/TWvNwxDmas

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.
TIME 100 World's Most Influential People 2026
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Dr. @kiranmusunuru profiled by @NobelPrize laureate @DoudnaJennifer.
https://t.co/nWNdjaxzgS

Since its advent in 2012, CRISPR genome-editing technology has held the potential to change medicine. But getting from a research breakthrough to practical impacts on patients is no simple feat. In 2025, doctors Kiran Musunuru and Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas showed it can be done. When baby KJ was born with a rare metabolic disease, giving him a 50% chance of dying in infancy, the pair led a remarkable multi-institutional team that designed, tested, and administered a personalized gene-editing therapy in just six months. Baby KJ is now home with his family and recently took his first steps.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.
TIME 100 World's Most Influential People 2026 #time100
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Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna @TheVikasKhanna, profiled by celebrity chef @ericripert.
https://t.co/Ebthx2364i

Chef Vikas Khanna is above all a man of extraordinary heart. His generosity extends far beyond the kitchen, reaching communities across the world with compassion, dignity, and a deep sense of responsibility.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.
TIME 100 World's Most Influential People 2026
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YouTube CEO @nealmohan profiled by @luscombeland.
https://t.co/ryS2BIEcwH

When Neal Mohan arrived as CEO in early 2023, YouTube’s years as the digital equivalent of America’s Funniest Home Videos were already behind it, but Mohan supercharged the platform’s growth and omnipresence. It is now the place where people are as likely to watch NFL games, podcasts, or Saturday Night Live as they are to watch locally sourced content like MrBeast and CoComelon.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian American making a difference.

@neerajkhemlani was president of CBS News. Now he's helping Americans understand true value investing over the long run.

[South Asian Journalists Association @sajahq]

We are amplifying career milestones of South Asian journalists in the US and Canada. #sajaerupdates

Congrat to @neerajkhemlani, former president of CBS News, on his new book, "Coffee Can Investor."

Learn more at https://t.co/XZ8RBSDmqp

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[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Anti-Indian hate continues in the US.

[Anita R Ratnam @aratnam]

Hate against Indians is rising at an alarming rate. My friend, born in the USA, was riding the NYC subway and was subjected to hate filled rhetoric “ go back to your country” screams. Another, also born in the USA, was SPAT ON in a LA grocery store. This is totally unacceptable behaviour from a country that is called THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE.
It is also happening in Australia. Abuse, threats, intimidation.
A horrific and terrible graph.
@IAACouncil
@RealIndianAm

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

@aratnam Sorry to hear this. Thank you for sharing your friend’s story.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.

Amit Kshatriya, NASA associate administrator, has the agency’s top civil-service role.

For the Artemis II mission, he is the primary leader responsible for the program’s planning, implementation, and overall risk management.
@NASA @IndiasporaForum #artemis

Official page: https://t.co/zUMgw4V69s

[Suren Traze @SurenTraze]

@RealIndianAm @CatoInstitute @RealIndianAm @CatoInstitute This report indeed underscores the vital role of immigrants in driving economic growth. Their contributions have not only reduced deficits but also highlight the importance of sustainable fiscal strategies, especially as we face inflation concerns.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.

Congrats to Dr. Santanu Chatterjee, new dean of @TerryCollege of Business at @universityofga!

Since 2014, Chatterjee’s leadership of the MBA program has helped elevate Terry to significant national & international recognition. The college has been ranked the No. 1 value for the money globally by the Financial Times for three straight years.

[Terry College | UGA @TerryCollege]

Bulldog Nation, help us welcome the new dean of the @UniversityofGA Terry College of Business!

Dr. Santanu Chatterjee has been named the 13th dean of Terry College. A longtime faculty leader and champion of Terry’s nationally ranked programs, he begins his role on April 1.

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

WOW! A 30-year study by @CatoInstitute of immigrants' effects on government budgets shows that they generated nearly $10.6 trillion more in federal, state and local taxes than they induced in total government spending.

See full report here: https://t.co/uDoPYbu0qv

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

In response to strong demand from our community, Indiaspora has hosted three AI Summits over the past two years, alongside numerous entrepreneurship panels featuring AI pioneers across the US and beyond. This Summit will examine AI's transformative impact across multiple sectors—exploring innovation, investment opportunities, ethical considerations, and inclusive development. Join us to gain the wisdom and practical insights that will help you navigate and thrive in an AI-driven future.

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of AI! Our distinguished panel of speakers and full agenda and registration information is available on https://t.co/WQ9YHvAIj9

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.

@kjdhaliwal has built @Lotus and is bringing free primary health care to millions of Americans.
https://t.co/ybzQ6RHhx1

[KJ Dhaliwal @kjdhaliwal]

100M Americans don’t have a primary care doctor, so we built @lotus, the first AI doctor powered by real doctors

able to refer, diagnose and prescribe

not generic AI advice, treatment by licensed clinicians

free & available anytime

leading investors just backed us with $41M

[Real Indian Americans @RealIndianAm]

Indian Americans making a difference.

@nealmohan, CEO of YouTube, explains his priorities for 2026. https://t.co/e0ph1tukpU