As communities grapple with hate crimes, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has urged people to "live in the spirit" of Lord Ram, Sita and Diwali and be the "beacon of light" and hope each day of the year.
Indian-Americans held a peaceful protest at the Time Square against the recent spurt in hate crimes and instances of vandalism of Gandhi statue in the city.
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