U.S. and India Help Put More Women in Science
"Both India and the U.S. agree on the importance of creating opportunities to empower women. Women will play a vital role in the future of both our countries. We must ensure their increased participation in science and technology areas," Ambassador Powell.
College Hunt USA
The reality show will feature two Indian students who will win an all-expenses-paid trip to visit three U.S. colleges for an admission interview and an experience of American campus life..
U.S. Embassy Expands Interview Waiver Program
Following the success of the IWP, as part of continuing efforts to streamline the visa process, and to meet increased visa demand in India, the U.S. Mission is pleased to announce an expansion of the IWP. We expect this expansion to benefit thousands of visa applicants in India.
Election Returns Party Mumbai
The U.S. Consulate General Mumbai organized a party at the Hard Rock Cafe to celebrate the U.S. Presidential Election Returns, on November 7, 2012. The election results were telecast live and more than 250 people enjoyed the celebrations over breakfast.
U.S. President Celebrates Victory
“The best is yet to come.” – President Obama.
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Under Secretary Sherman on Counterterrorism and the 11/26 Attacks
"We want to make sure that a Mumbai attack doesn’t happen again. So we have to share intelligence with each other. We have to share capacity with each other. We have to work regionally as well."
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Thanksgiving Day Presidential Proclamation
“As we reflect on our proud heritage, let us also give thanks to those who honor it by giving back.”
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VISA APPOINTMENT ALTERNATIVE DATES
The US Consulate Mumbai will be closed on Monday, November 19, 2012.
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The Role of Media in Elections in India and the U.S.
See the discussion held as a part of Consulate Chennai's Election 2012 event series.
More News From The Consulate
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Voting Party
The U.S. Consulate General, Mumbai hosted a voting party on October 15 for U.S. Citizens to cast their absentee ballots for the 2012 Presidential Election
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Inauguration of the New Visa Processing System
“As the U.S.-India relationship continues to grow, we look forward to supporting and strengthening the people-to-people ties between our two countries by facilitating travel with secure and efficient visa processing” Minister Counselor for Consular Affairs Julia Stanley
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Celebrating UN Int'l Day of the Girl Child
Today, the U.S. Embassy celebrated the UN’s first International Day of the Girl Child with students from Deepalaya School, New Delhi. The festivities at Deepalaya celebrated the Father-Daughter Alliance, which promotes fathers taking interest in their daughter’s education.
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Ambassador Powell in Mumbai
U.S. Ambassador to India Nancy J. Powell was hosted by photography students from the Reality Gives NGO for a photo tour of Kumbhar Wada in Sion, Mumbai.
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Embassy holds Memorial for August 5 Tragedy
“The flag of the United States stands today at half-mast to reflect our mourning as a way to offer our deepest respect and honor for the victims of this tragedy,” Ambassador Powell.
