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Consulate General of India in New York and Times Square Alliance Team up for an Impressive Yoga Session at the Iconic Times Square

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NEW YORK (TIP): Consulate General of India in New York, in partnership with Times Square Alliance, celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga at the iconic Times Square of New York City, on June 20, 2025. The day-long celebration of Yoga, also known as ‘Solstice at Times Square’, featured seven yoga sessions, in which about … Consulate General of India in New York and Times Square Alliance Team up for an Impressive Yoga Session at the Iconic Times Square

Tirlok Malik Lights Up New York with Laughter and Joy

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NEW YORK (TIP): International Yoga Day 2025 was marked with uplifting energy, deep spiritual resonance, and a dash of humor as Emmy-nominated filmmaker and wellness advocate Tirlok Malik brought smiles to faces worldwide with his signature “Happy Life Yoga” session at Central Park, New York. The event was “UPLIFTNY2025,” an inspiring celebration of International Yoga … Tirlok Malik Lights Up New York with Laughter and Joy

GOPIO and Indian Consulate Celebrate International Day of Yoga 2025 Hosted by Happy Life Yoga Guru and Filmmaker Tirlok Malik

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NEW YORK (TIP): GOPIO’s International Day of Yoga 2025 (IDY-2025) celebration hosted by Happy Life Yoga Speaker and Emmy Nominated Filmmaker Tirlok Malik on Sunday, June 22nd from 10:00 am – 11:30 am (EST, US | Canada) was a resounding success. This year, GOPIO-Manhattan joined hands with Consulate General of India in New York with GOPIO-Manhattan, Happy … GOPIO and Indian Consulate Celebrate International Day of Yoga 2025 Hosted by Happy Life Yoga Guru and Filmmaker Tirlok Malik

Zohran Mamdani’s Stunning Victory in NYC Mayoral Primary: A Tale of Promises, Populism, and Political Miscalculation

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In a stunning upset that has sent shockwaves through the American political landscape, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani, a first-generation Ugandan-Indian-American and Democratic Socialist, emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Mayor of New York City, defeating political heavyweight and former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Mamdani’s win underscores a significant shift in New York City’s political temperament — … Zohran Mamdani’s Stunning Victory in NYC Mayoral Primary: A Tale of Promises, Populism, and Political Miscalculation

There’s something about Zohran K Mamdani

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The Indian American New York mayoral candidate is perhaps reminding us of the idea of India, a sort of One Nation, Many Melting Pots. Who’s afraid of Zohran Kwame Mamdani? The 33-year-old Democrat candidate for New York mayor, whose many names are clearly more than a sum of its parts, has stirred and shaken half … There’s something about Zohran K Mamdani

Attack on Iran N-sites & the ‘nuclear apartheid’ argument

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While many countries support the IAEA’s role in non-proliferation, they demand respect for national sovereignty and equal access to nuclear technology. “Safety of nuclear facilities – enrichment plants, fuel fabrication units, power plants, waste storage sites – has always been a matter of concern for the global community. Any mishap – accidental or deliberate – … Attack on Iran N-sites & the ‘nuclear apartheid’ argument

Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US President Donald Trump has said he is cutting off trade talks with Canada “immediately” as the country looks to start enforcing a tax policy targeting big tech companies. The latest move, which he announced on social media, comes as the neighboring nations had been working to agree on a trade deal … Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada

Very big deal coming: Trump

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Just as an Indian delegation reached Washington to resume discussions on a bilateral trade agreement with the Americans, US President Donald Trump said a “very big deal” with India was coming. “We are having some great deals. We have one coming up, maybe with India, a very big one, where we are … Very big deal coming: Trump

Shubhanshu Shukla and his Axiom-4 crew launch into intensive space research

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NEW DELHI / NEW YORK (TIP): A day after docking with the International Space Station (ISS), the four-member crew of the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission—including Indian Air Force officer Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla—has commenced a rigorous schedule of scientific experiments as part of their two-week mission in low Earth orbit. “On Friday, Ax-4 quickly got to … Shubhanshu Shukla and his Axiom-4 crew launch into intensive space research

The Pottery Barn Rule: Do We Owe People Whose Countries We Break? Who Should Pay?

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Anonymous The best way to disincentivize warmongering is to hold the decisionmakers directly accountable. Currently, however, decisionmakers are immune from the consequences of their decisions under the Westfall Act. “Mangu-Ward is correct in her assessment that there needs to be accountability and consequences for military adventurism to keep it in check. However, the Pottery Barn … The Pottery Barn Rule: Do We Owe People Whose Countries We Break? Who Should Pay?

India denies entry to UN aviation expert in Air India investigation

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Washington (TIP)- India would not allow a UN investigator to join a probe of a crashed Air India jet that some safety experts had criticised for delays in analysis of crucial black box data, two senior sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Earlier this week, the United Nations aviation agency took the unusual step … India denies entry to UN aviation expert in Air India investigation

Govt won’t restore Indus Waters Treaty, plans other projects

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New Delhi (TIP)- India is not afraid of Pakistan’s empty threats on the abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty and the pact will not be restored, the government said on Thursday, June 26. Reacting to the former Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto’s threats of war if India refused to renegotiate IWT abeyance, Jal Shakti Minister … Govt won’t restore Indus Waters Treaty, plans other projects

Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani,33, wins Democratic race for New York Mayor polls

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Mamdani would be the city’s first Muslim and Indian-American mayor, if elected NEW YORK (TIP): Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday, June 24, conceded to state lawmaker Zohran Mamdani in the Democratic primary election for New York City mayor, setting up the 33-year-old democratic socialist Mamdani to win the party’s nomination in the … Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani,33, wins Democratic race for New York Mayor polls

Punjab cadre IPS officer Parag Jain to head R&AW, played key role in Op Sindoor

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NEW DELHI (TIP): Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Parag Jain, widely known for his expertise in intelligence gathering and affairs related to India’s neighborhood, has been appointed as the new head of the country’s external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), officials said on Saturday. Jain is a 1989-batch IPS officer of … Punjab cadre IPS officer Parag Jain to head R&AW, played key role in Op Sindoor

June 27 New York & Dallas E – Edition

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Lawrence Bishnoi hawks media headlines, this time in Canada

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TORONTO (TIP): When were discussing the restoration of diplomatic ties with the appointment of High Commissioners in each other’s countries, an unsavory controversy was waiting to unfold. NDP Premier of British Columbia, David Eby, called on the federal  Liberal government to classify India’s Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group. Conservative Mayor of Brampton, Patrick Brown, … Lawrence Bishnoi hawks media headlines, this time in Canada

Drop ‘secular, socialist’ from Constitution: RSS

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The RSS on Thursday, June 26, called for reviewing the words ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ in the preamble of the Constitution, saying these were included during Emergency and were never part of the Constitution drafted by BR Ambedkar. Addressing an event on 50 years of Emergency here, RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabole said, “Babasaheb Ambedkar never … Drop ‘secular, socialist’ from Constitution: RSS

India suggests 4-pronged plan to China to manage border tensions, better ties

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh suggested a four-pronged plan to ease border tension and better diplomatic ties with China during a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in Qingdao, sources told India Today TV. The four-point formula includes: adherence to the 2024 disengagement plan, … India suggests 4-pronged plan to China to manage border tensions, better ties

PM to begin five-nation tour next week, visit Brazil for Brics Summit

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New Delhi (TIP)- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a five-nation tour next week to participate in the Brics Summit in Brazil and to bolster India’s relations with several key nations of the Global South, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday, June 26. The main engagement of the week-long visit, … PM to begin five-nation tour next week, visit Brazil for Brics Summit

India refuses to sign draft statement at SCO meet over silence on Pahalgam terror attack

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New Delhi (TIP)- The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers’ meeting couldn’t issue a joint communique on Thursday, June 26, after India refused to endorse the document because it didn’t address its terrorism-related concerns, officials aware of the matter said. Defence minister Rajnath Singh, who attended the meeting at Qingdao in China, refused to sign … India refuses to sign draft statement at SCO meet over silence on Pahalgam terror attack

What is Bazball and should India be scared of it?

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Lords (TIP)- Bazball. Bazball. Bazball. It is always only about Bazball. Irritating frankly. For the amount of hype that it gets, Bazball has not really won England the world title in two separate World Test Championship cycles. As India get ready to play England in a 5-match Test series, it is once again about Bazball. … What is Bazball and should India be scared of it?

Labuschagne axed, Smith unavailable for first clash as Australia announce squad for Test series

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Australia unveiled its squad for the three away Tests against the West Indies, with some prominent changes compared to the one that was selected for the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Australia’s batting mainstay, Marnus Labuschagne, has finally run out of time and been dropped from the squad. Considering his silent outings with the bat … Labuschagne axed, Smith unavailable for first clash as Australia announce squad for Test series

Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy unveiled ahead of India-England 5-Test series

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Leeds (TIP)- Legendary Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson formally unveiled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy ahead of the opening match of the five-Test series between India and England, here on Thursday, June 19. The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, a joint initiative between the two boards ECB and BCCI, hereon replaces the Pataudi Trophy (for series in England) and the … Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy unveiled ahead of India-England 5-Test series

Hill stations in West India: Unveiling the verdant secrets of a vibrant land

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For a traveler with an insatiable thirst to discover new places, no other place offers choices as better as India, a land where different cultures, languages, and religions thrive together. It’s a country with vast geographical diversity, the very trait every seasoned traveler looks for while choosing a destination. If you are in search of … Hill stations in West India: Unveiling the verdant secrets of a vibrant land

Yogini Ekadashi: A sacred observance of devotion, detachment and redemption

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Yogini Ekadashi, one of the 24 revered Ekadashis in the Hindu lunar calendar, holds profound spiritual significance. Observed during the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Ashadha (June-July), this Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is particularly known for its power to absolve sins and diseases, especially those arising … Yogini Ekadashi: A sacred observance of devotion, detachment and redemption

Oil prices jump as Israel-Iran conflict keeps markets on edge

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CALGARY (TIP)- Oil prices jumped almost 3% on Thursday as a week-old air war between Israel and Iran escalated and uncertainty about potential U.S. involvement kept investors on edge. Brent crude futures settled up $2.15, or 2.8%, to $78.85 a barrel, its highest close since January 22. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude for July was … Oil prices jump as Israel-Iran conflict keeps markets on edge

Amazon to infuse over Rs 2K-cr in bid to boost pan-India ops

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Amazon will invest over Rs 2,000 crore in 2025 to scale up its all-India operations network, the e-commerce giant said on Thursday. Investments will support network expansion and upgrades to serve customers faster and more reliably, advance technology and innovation, and improve employee and associate well-being, Amazon said in a release. The investment announcement comes … Amazon to infuse over Rs 2K-cr in bid to boost pan-India ops

Indian funds in Swiss banks triple, banking routes see sharpest surge

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New Delhi (TIP)- Indian money parked in Swiss banks more than tripled in 2024 to 3.5 billion Swiss francs (nearly Rs 37,600 crore) on the back of a huge jump in funds held through local branches and other financial institutions, annual data released by Switzerland’s central bank showed on Thursday, June 19. However, money in … Indian funds in Swiss banks triple, banking routes see sharpest surge

Google revives Snapseed on iPhone with major update and new editing tools

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Google has rolled out a major update to Snapseed, its photo editing app for iOS devices. The new version 3.0 brings a redesigned interface for both iPhone and iPad users. This update introduces a grid view displaying all edited images, making it easier to browse through past work. Navigation now relies on three distinct tabs: … Google revives Snapseed on iPhone with major update and new editing tools

Apple unveils software redesign while reeling from AI missteps, tech upheaval

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After stumbling out of the starting gate in Big Tech’s pivotal race to capitalise on Artificial Intelligence, Apple tried to regain its footing during an annual developers conference that focused mostly on incremental advances and cosmetic changes in its technology. The presummer rite, which attracted thousands of developers from nearly 60 countries to Apple’s Silicon … Apple unveils software redesign while reeling from AI missteps, tech upheaval