On November 22, 2024, the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) hosted an important interaction focused on 'Business and Tourism Visas' with Rebekah Drame, the Consular Chief of the U.S. Consulate in Hyderabad. The event took place at Efftronics Systems Private Limited in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. During the session, Drame provided insights into U.S. Consular Services and the visa processing procedures, stressing the importance of honesty in visa applications and the consulate's ongoing efforts to reduce processing times for applicants. The event also featured remarks from Jeanne Sokolowski and Aishwarya Rawat, highlighting the collaborative spirit between the U.S. and Indian business communities. IACC vice-chairperson Sreedevi Devireddy and ESPL Director Anvesh Dasari were present to facilitate discussions on trade relations and economic cooperation between the two nations [ca3471d8].
In a related context, the Telugu Times recently celebrated the achievements of Telugu entrepreneurs in the USA at the Business Excellence Awards 2024. The event, which took place in Dallas, recognized notable figures such as Mr. Srikanth Gaddam and Dr. Yogi Chimata, among others. The Chief Guest, Sri D C Manjunath, Consul General of India, praised the Telugu community's contributions to the U.S. economy and their growing remittances to India. This recognition comes as the Telugu population continues to expand, particularly in the technology sector, making Telugu the fastest-growing language in the country [48bc7d01].
Additionally, the Filmfare Awards South 2023 acknowledged significant contributions to Telugu cinema, with RRR winning Best Film and N.T.R. JR and Ram Charan sharing the Best Actor award. This highlights the vibrant cultural exchange and the success of the Telugu community both in India and abroad [e74ab639].