Congress MP Shashi Tharoor highlighted the inclusion of two players of Indian heritage in squads for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid (Qatar) and Nishan Velupillay (Australia), tracing their roots to Kerala and Tamil Nadu respectively.
Aaron Rai, a British golfer of Indian origin, won the 2026 PGA Championship, becoming the first player of Indian heritage to win a major golf title. His victory, marked by precision and a remarkable 68-foot putt, defied odds and highlighted the immigrant success story.
Arvid Lindblad, the 18-year-old Racing Bulls F1 driver with Indian heritage, made history by scoring points on debut at the Australian Grand Prix, finishing eighth. In an exclusive interview, he shares his emotional journey, connection to India through his family, and recent Mumbai visit where he explored local culture, tried vada pav, and played cricket at the maidans where Sachin Tendulkar started.
