Published Month: May
May 29, 2025 | Washington D.C.
The dialogue focused on deepening US-India cooperation in critical and emerging technologies under the TRUST initiative-advancing secure, transparent, and resilient innovation ecosystem through stronger government, industry and academic partnerships.
May 13, 2025 | Mumbai
An engaging interaction between Mr. P. Velrasu, CEO of the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), and USISPF members in Mumbai.
Members gained insights into the state’s economic priorities and emerging investment landscape.
The discussion in India’s commercial capital centred around Maharashtra’s vision for industrial growth, with a focus on high-potential sectors such as semiconductors, electric mobility, defense and aerospace, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.
Mr. Velrasu shared the Government of Maharashtra’s strategic roadmap to attract global investments, including the development of industrial corridors, plug-and-play infrastructure, and targeted policy incentives.
Members exchanged ideas on strengthening public-private partnerships (PPPs), improving regulatory clarity, and scaling innovation-led manufacturing in the state.
The dialogue also emphasized Maharashtra’s efforts to streamline the ease of doing business, enhance single-window clearances, and fast-track approvals for high-impact projects.
The meeting marked a valuable step in deepening collaboration between American companies and the state’s leadership to drive sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
May 08, 2025 | Washington D.C.
USISPF held a roundtable briefing with Ambassador Arun Kumar Singh, former Ambassador of India to the United States, Advisor to the Board at USISPF, and Senior Counselor at The Cohen Group.
Ambassador Singh interacted with our members representing financial services, pharmaceuticals, defense, and the technology sector.
Productive discussion on strengthening U.S.-India commercial ties.
Conversation moderated by Vikram J. Singh
May 31, 2024 | Jhajjar, Haryana
The Department of Biotechnology in association with U.S. Embassy India organized a one-day community update and lead up event to the first US India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue at AIIMS NCI Jhajjar Campus.
Dr. Bhuvnesh Shrivastava, Director Healthcare at USISPF co- led the discussion on “Equitable Cancer Therapy and Implementation Science (Access)”. This significant conglomeration is a critical step in progressing the discussion and building meaningful partnerships to identify novel solutions in the fight against cancer.
May 29, 2024 | Washington, D.C.
Delighted to host Mr Adil Zainulbhai, Advisor to the Board at USISPF and Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission, Govt of India along with Mr Hemang Jani, Sr. Advisor, World Bank as part of the Young Professionals in South Asia Policy discussion.
Conversations on policy reforms, modernizing India’s economy and the India growth story.
Thursday, May 24, 2024 | Oxford University
The R21/Matrix-M™ malaria vaccine, jointly developed through a collaboration between the Jenner Institute at Oxford University and the Serum Institute of India (SII), utilizing Novavax’s saponin-based adjuvant technology, is the second malaria vaccine authorized for use in children in malaria-endemic regions.
According to a statement from the company, a total of 163,800 doses of the malaria vaccine are specifically allocated for the Central African Republic (CAR) region, with 43,200 doses already dispatched from the Serum Institute of India facility. Click here to read more.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | Virtual
Monday, May 20 | Washington, D.C.
USISPF’s Vikram J. Singh spoke at Hudson Institute on the US india Dialogue Series, touched on strategic synergies on technology cooperation. Conversation moderated by Aparna Pande, alongside Lisa Curtis, Markey Daniel, Rudra C and Konark Bhandari. Opening remarks delivered by DCM. Sripriya Ranganathan at Embassy of India, Washington, DC.
Monday, May 14, 2024 | New Delhi
USISPF hosted a visiting delegation from the Data Security Council of India. Conversations on strengthening the US-India partnerships in areas of cyber cooperation, between governments, private sector, startups and academia. Grateful to our members for the insights and participation.
Thursday, May 10, 2024 | Bengaluru
Discussions on advancing women’s participation and leadership roles in the energy sector. This event underscores the shared commitment of USISPF and USAID in promoting gender equity through their joint initiative – the South Asia Women in Energy (SAWIE).
Thursday, May 9, 2024 | Virtual
To decipher the landscape of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), USISPF in partnership with KPMG had organised a session titled ‘ESG as a Value Creator: Creating Sustainable and Resilient Companies’ on May 9th, 2024.
To discuss the stated topic we were joined by an eminent set of panelists including Abanti Sankaranarayanan, Chief Group Public Affairs Officer & Member – Group Executive Board, Mahindra Group; Leela Ramnath, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy, Warburg Pincus; Namrata Rana, Partner and National Head of ESG, KPMG India.
The session was moderated by Kaushal Kishore, Partner, BSR & Affiliates. Malachy Nugent, Vice President-FS, represented USISPF in the session. Panelists shared their views on ESG as a value driver; Regulatory environment; Value chain and technology as an enabler; and Financing and investment initiatives.
May 8, 2024 | Bengaluru
USISPF hosted a fireside chat with Joe Lonsdale, Founder and Managing Partner of 8vc in Bengaluru. Joe was in conversation with Menaka Doshi from Bloomberg and touched on the U.S.-India partnership in emerging technologies.
Joe shared insights on his investment approach, the India growth story, startups and unicorns in India, next-generation technology such as AI, and strengthening the US-India commercial partnership.
Monday, May 6, 2024 | New York
USISPF hosted an industry interaction in New York City (NYC) with a visiting delegation from the Government of Tamil Nadu led by Dr. TRB Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu.
The delegation was led by the Minister for Industries, Dr. Dr. T R B Rajaa. Along with the Minister for Industries was Mr. Thiru. V. Vishnu, MD and CEO of Guidance Tamil Nadu , Paul Arun, Senior Vice President, Guidance Tamil Nadu and Christo Laurel, AVP, Guidance Tamil Nadu. Members discussed investment opportunities in the southern Indian state. Tamil Nadu is recognized for its thriving industrial and IT sector and the second-largest state economy is rapidly expanding with GDP over $300 billion.
Sunday, May 5, 2024 | Milken Institute
USISPF Chairman John Chambers, Chairman Emeritus of Cisco and Founder & CEO of JC2 Ventures in conversation with USISPF Board Member Sumant Mandal of March Capital and U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti at Milken Institute’s Global Conference. Conversations on strengthening commercial ties and strengthening the relationship between two of the world’s largest democracies.
Friday, May 4 | New Delhi
USISPF’s India MD Nivedita Mehra met with Dr. Rajesh gokhale, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology. Discussions on the current research and innovation ecosystem in India and conversations on Department of Biotechnology programs and initiatives. The Department of Biotechnology is playing a vital role in creating a robust innovation, and R&D ecosystem in the country and is focused on making India a favored bio-manufacturing destination. An enriching exchange and we look forward to continuing this dialogue.
Wednesday, 1 May | New Delhi
USISPF Healthcare members met with Shri. Apurva Chandra, Secretary Ministry of Health to discuss and deliberate on the current healthcare priorities of the Government of India.
The meeting and discussions centered around exploring avenues to attaining affordable and accessible healthcare for all.A riveting exchange, touching on the recent regulatory and policy changes and ways to support the healthcare industry and improve the ease of doing business.
Wednesday, 1 May | Silicon Valley
USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi spoke at TiEcon 2024, one of the world’s largest tech conferences, tailored by Silicon Valley leaders for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and investors.
Dr. Aghi spoke on the New Global India panel. How India’s demographic dividend is driving the country’s vision to a $5 trillion economy. India is focused on an innovation-driven economy, an emphasis on AI, quantum, space, and cyber technologies, manufacturing high-tech products, and creating a base for the semiconductor industry to power the future of next-gen technology.
March 11, 2024 | Boston
Discussed ways to promote the US- India strategic partnership and enhance the commercial relationship across an eclectic mix of sectors, from healthcare to financial services, tech, and education.
May 27, 2023 | New Delhi
May 24, 2023 | New Delhi
May 23, 2023 | New Delhi
May 23, 2023 | Washington, D.C.
May 19, 2023 | New Delhi
