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South Asian Cultural Solidarity On Show At Oslo Mela
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Baloch group urges G7 to investigate crimes against humanity committed by Pakistan
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Etihad Airways extends travel ban for passengers from four South Asian countries
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Two Indian American journalists win Pulitzer, including one for exposing China's Muslim detention camps
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BJP most popular party among Indian Americans, but most critical of government
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