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White House Hosts First-Ever United State of Women Summit Focusing on Gender Equality
United State of Women Summit

White House Hosts First-Ever United State of Women Summit Focusing on Gender Equality

With a resolve to continue exploring opportunities for women and girls, the White House convened the first-ever United State of Women Summit headlined by President Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, and featuring First Lady Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey in an armchair conversation on Trailblazing the Path for the Next Generation of Women. Continue reading White House Hosts First-Ever United State of Women Summit Focusing on Gender Equality

Key US Official Pledges Support to Stamp Out Attacks Against Sikh Americans
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Key US Official Pledges Support to Stamp Out Attacks Against Sikh Americans

In wake of the recent horrific assaults on Sikh Americans, following the terror attacks, a high-ranking Obama official has assured the community that the administration stands with it during these challenging times and will work in conjunction with its members to eradicate hate-motivated violence. Continue reading Key US Official Pledges Support to Stamp Out Attacks Against Sikh Americans

Prime Minister Modi’s Address to Congress Draws Multiple Standing Ovations, Sustained Applause
Prime Minister Modi Addresses US Congress

Prime Minister Modi’s Address to Congress Draws Multiple Standing Ovations, Sustained Applause

Prime Minister Modi received a remarkable welcome on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, where he addressed a joint session of the US Congress – a welcome befitting the leader of the world’s largest democracy and underscoring the immense importance US lawmakers accord to bilateral ties. Continue reading Prime Minister Modi’s Address to Congress Draws Multiple Standing Ovations, Sustained Applause