# The India Observer

> The India Observer (TIO) is an independent New Jersey news outlet covering Governor Mikie Sherrill's administration, New Jersey politics, and the Indian-American community. Editor-in-Chief: Adam Rizvi. Tagline: "Fearless Journalism. Facts Matter." TIO reports firsthand from the Governor's announcements and community events across New Jersey, with original photos and on-the-ground coverage.

## About the outlet

- [The India Observer — home](https://theindiaobserver.com/)
- [Adam Rizvi, Editor-in-Chief — author page](https://theindiaobserver.com/author/adam-rizvi-tio/)

## Key coverage — Governor Sherrill's administration

- [Shirley Emehelu Appointed NJ Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State](https://theindiaobserver.com/shirley-emehelu-nj-lieutenant-governor-secretary-of-state/): Governor Sherrill appoints Shirley U. Emehelu as New Jersey's fifth lieutenant governor and Secretary of State, Nov 9, 2026 — the first time women hold both of the state's top executive offices.
- [Sherrill's New Jersey Role in 2026 Midterm Victories](https://theindiaobserver.com/sherrill-new-jersey-role-2026-midterm-victories/): Governor Sherrill's statement on the Nov 3, 2026 midterm results in New Jersey.
- [Sherrill Warns NJ Ports Against Russian Diesel](https://theindiaobserver.com/sherrill-new-jersey-ports-russian-diesel/): Governor Sherrill warns New Jersey port and terminal operators against accepting Russian-origin diesel shipments.

## Key coverage — New Jersey community and politics

- [Booker AAPI Community Rally, Fords, Oct 28, 2026](https://theindiaobserver.com/booker-aapi-community-rally-fords-oct28-2026/): Senator Cory Booker joins Senator Andy Kim, Congressman Frank Pallone and New Jersey officials ahead of Election Day.
- [Middlesex County "Be a Hero Against Fraud" Campaign](https://theindiaobserver.com/middlesex-county-be-a-hero-against-fraud-campaign/): Middlesex County's fraud-prevention campaign for residents.
- [India Electoral Rolls Under Scrutiny — Delhi Protest](https://theindiaobserver.com/india-electoral-rolls-scrutiny-india-bloc-delhi-protest/): INDIA bloc protest at Ramlila Maidan, New Delhi, Nov 1, 2026, over names removed from electoral rolls.
- [India Mourns Ambassador Latha Reddy — Tribute](https://theindiaobserver.com/india-mourns-ambassador-latha-reddy-tribute/): Tribute to the late Indian diplomat and former Deputy National Security Adviser.

## Contact

- Email: TheIndiaObserver@gmail.com
- Editor-in-Chief: Adam Rizvi, Mediaiss@gmail.com, 1-973-954-3098