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Angelina Jolie surely ‘devastated’ over Maria’s Oscars snub as ‘Hollywood is team Brad Pitt’

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Angelina Jolie is reportedly devastated over being snubbed by the Oscars for her portrayal of Maria Callas in the biopic Maria, according to industry insiders. Despite dedicating months to mastering the opera singer’s role, including learning to sing, Jolie’s performance garnered a Golden Globe nomination but was passed over by both the SAG Awards and … Angelina Jolie surely ‘devastated’ over Maria’s Oscars snub as ‘Hollywood is team Brad Pitt’

Shahid Kapoor doesn’t want his kids to enter showbiz

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Actor Shahid Kapoor has followed his father and actor Pankaj Kapur’s footsteps into Bollywood but doesn’t want his kids to do the same. In a recent interview, he revealed that he wants his kids to stay away from the industry. Shahid spoke about kids and why he doesn’t want them to enter Bollywood in Raj … Shahid Kapoor doesn’t want his kids to enter showbiz

Sara Ali Khan’s rumored boyfriend breaks silence on relationship

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Actor and model Arjun Pratap Bajwa came to the spotlight last year when he was romantically linked to actor Sara Ali Khan. The two were spotted together on a pilgrimage to Kedarnath in several pictures that went viral on the internet. Now, Arjun has addressed the dating rumours in a new interview. In October 2024, … Sara Ali Khan’s rumored boyfriend breaks silence on relationship

Vicky Kaushal on transformation for Chhaava: Went from 80 to 105 kilos

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After his role in the action film Uri: The Surgical Strike, Vicky Kaushal is elated to be a part of Chhaava. The period drama features Vicky playing the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. During his recent media interaction at Chhaava trailer launch, the actor shared his preparation behind playing the iconic character. Vicky Kaushal confessed … Vicky Kaushal on transformation for Chhaava: Went from 80 to 105 kilos

BJP sweeps urban local body polls in Uttarakhand; wins 10 of 11 mayoral seats

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Dehradun (TIP)- The BJP on Sunday, January 26 swept the urban local body elections in Uttarakhand, winning 10 out of 11 mayoral seats to emerge as the dominant party in the municipal councils and nagar panchayats. While the BJP won 10 mayoral seats, an Independent candidate bagged the remaining seat, State Election Commissioner Sushil Kumar … BJP sweeps urban local body polls in Uttarakhand; wins 10 of 11 mayoral seats

Fugitive Pannun hiding abroad like a scared mouse: Punjab police

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The Punjab Police on January 15 dubbed designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun a “fugitive hiding abroad like a scared mouse” after several Patiala schools received an email allegedly from the banned Sikhs for Justice group, asking them to refrain from the Republic Day celebrations. In a revised strategy to counter repeated threats issued by Pannun … Fugitive Pannun hiding abroad like a scared mouse: Punjab police

Will facilitate return of Indian nationals overstaying in US or elsewhere: MEA

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Amid the “massive deportation operation” announced by the US, India on Friday, January 25, reiterated its stance against illegal immigration, with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stating it will facilitate the return of Indian nationals “overstaying” or residing without proper documentation in the US or “anywhere in the world”. During a weekly press briefing … Will facilitate return of Indian nationals overstaying in US or elsewhere: MEA

India, Indonesia decide to boost defense and trade ties

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New Delhi (TIP)- India and Indonesia on Saturday, January 25, decided to work jointly in defence manufacturing and supply chains, diversify two-way trade basket and boost maritime security ties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi describing the Southeast Asian nation as an “important partner” of New Delhi in the Indo-Pacific. Following wide-ranging talks between Modi and … India, Indonesia decide to boost defense and trade ties

Every sacred tenet of Constitution being shredded into pieces: Kharge

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New Delhi (TIP)- In a scathing attack on the BJP-led Centre, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged on Sunday that a hateful agenda, immersed in religious fundamentalism, has sought to divide the society over the last 10 years and every sacred tenet of the Constitution is being “shredded into pieces by an authoritarian regime”. He claimed … Every sacred tenet of Constitution being shredded into pieces: Kharge

AAP, BJP promise the moon: Delhi assembly elections prove freebies now a staple of electoral campaigns

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New Felhi (TIP)- In 1985, when the Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran met the then deputy chairman of the Planning Commission, Manmohan Singh, to discuss expenditure for a three-year-old mid-day meal scheme for children in his state, it would have been difficult to foretell that four decades hence, such plans would become the mantra … AAP, BJP promise the moon: Delhi assembly elections prove freebies now a staple of electoral campaigns

Google celebrates India’s 76th R-Day with ‘wildlife meets culture’ doodle

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A snow leopard in a Ladakhi dress, a ‘tiger’ wearing a dhoti-kurta holding a traditional instrument and a few other animals and birds representing different regions of India and its diversity feature in a special doodle by internet giant Google to mark the 76th Republic Day. The colourfl artwork, which borrows an element of surrealism, … Google celebrates India’s 76th R-Day with ‘wildlife meets culture’ doodle

Karnataka court accepts closure report in bribery case against CM Siddaramaiah

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A special court to try criminal cases against elected representatives has accepted the closure report filed by the Karnataka Lokayukta police in a bribery case involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The case was based on allegations made by a BJP leader, who accused Siddaramaiah of receiving Rs 1.3 crore during his previous tenure as CM in … Karnataka court accepts closure report in bribery case against CM Siddaramaiah

January 17 New York & Dallas E – Edition

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Over 40 Pakistanis among dozens feared drowned en route to Spain by boat

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ISLAMABAD (TIP): Over 40 Pakistanis are feared dead after a boat carrying 80 migrants, attempting to reach Spain, capsized near Morocco, according to officials. Migrant rights group Walking Borders on January 16 said 50 migrants may have drowned. Moroccan authorities rescued 36 people a day earlier from a boat that had left Mauritania on January … Over 40 Pakistanis among dozens feared drowned en route to Spain by boat

Beijing to invest $3.7B in Sri Lankan oil refinery as Dissanayake seeks more Chinese investments

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BEIJING (TIP): China has offered to invest USD 3.7 billion in Sri Lanka, stated to be the biggest-ever foreign investment in the island nation, to build a state-of-the-art oil refinery as the two countries signed a new plan to upgrade BRI cooperation during Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s state visit here. On Thursday, Dissanayake … Beijing to invest $3.7B in Sri Lankan oil refinery as Dissanayake seeks more Chinese investments

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra get prison sentence in al-Qadir Trust case

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ISLAMABAD (TIP): A Pakistan court on Friday found former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi guilty of corruption in the 190 million pounds al-Qadir Trust case and sentenced them to 14 and seven years in prison respectively. Besides jail sentences, Khan was fined Rs 1 million and Bushra Bibi half a million … Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra get prison sentence in al-Qadir Trust case

Six Chinese firms including Xiaomi, TikTok hit by privacy complaints in Europe

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VIENNA (TIP): Online privacy campaigners said Thursday they had filed complaints in several European countries against six Chinese companies including TikTok, accusing them of “unlawfully” sending Europeans’ personal data to China. Prominent Austria-based privacy campaign group NOYB (None of Your Business) said it has lodged six complaints against TikTok, AliExpress, Shein, Temu, WeChat and Xiaomi—in … Six Chinese firms including Xiaomi, TikTok hit by privacy complaints in Europe

Bootleg alcohol claims lives of at least 30 people in Istanbul while dozens are hospitalized

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ANKARA (TIP): At least 30 people have died in Istanbul over the past three days after drinking bootleg alcohol, Turkey’s state-run news agency reported on January 16, as authorities intensified a crackdown on counterfeit drinks. The dead were among some 80 people who sought treatment in hospitals around Istanbul, Anadolu Agency reported. At least 31 … Bootleg alcohol claims lives of at least 30 people in Istanbul while dozens are hospitalized

Death toll rises to 87 as standoff between police and miners ends in South Africa

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STILFONTEIN, (TIP): The death toll in a monthslong standoff between police and miners trapped while working illegally in an abandoned gold mine in South Africa has risen to at least 87, police said Thursday as they wound down a rescue operation that has pulled more than 240 survivors out from deep underground. National police spokesperson … Death toll rises to 87 as standoff between police and miners ends in South Africa

Three lawyers of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny jailed by Russian court

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PETUSHKI (TIP): Three lawyers who once represented the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny were convicted by a court Friday as part of the Kremlin’s crackdown on dissent that has reached levels unseen since Soviet times. Vadim Kobzev, Igor Sergunin and Alexei Liptser were already in custody and were given sentences from 3 1/2 to … Three lawyers of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny jailed by Russian court

Impeached South Korean president arrives for arrest warrant hearing

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Seoul (TIP): Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol arrived at court for the first time Saturday to attend a hearing that will decide whether to extend his detention as investigators probe his failed martial law bid. Yoon, who has claimed his arrest is illegal, threw the nation into chaos on December 3 when he … Impeached South Korean president arrives for arrest warrant hearing

Sikh couple scales Mt Vinson, places Nishan Sahib at Antarctic peak

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‘We view mountains as our teachers, imparting invaluable lessons about life’: Cheemas MICHIGAN/CHANDIGARH (TIP): On January 7, when the clock struck 17.32, Sikh couple Harpreet Singh Cheema and Navneet Kaur Cheema from the US made a history by becoming the first to plant the Nishan Sahib at the summit of Mount Vinson, the highest peak … Sikh couple scales Mt Vinson, places Nishan Sahib at Antarctic peak

Indian Origin Sunita Williams steps out on spacewalk after 7 months in orbit

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It was the first spacewalk by NASA astronauts since an aborted one last summer WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): One of NASA’s two stuck astronauts got a much welcomed change of scene on Thursday, January 16, stepping out on her first spacewalk since arriving at the International Space Station more than seven months ago. Indian-origin Sunita Williams, … Indian Origin Sunita Williams steps out on spacewalk after 7 months in orbit

Indian American CEO Satya Nadella unveils new ‘AI habitat’ Microsoft 365 Copilot

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SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): Microsoft has unveiled new AI-driven features for its Microsoft 365 suite on Wednesday, January 15 aiming to enhance user productivity and streamline workflows. In a LinkedIn post on Jan. 15, CEO Satya Nadella introduced Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat, tools designed to integrate advanced AI capabilities directly into popular applications like Word, Excel, … Indian American CEO Satya Nadella unveils new ‘AI habitat’ Microsoft 365 Copilot

Indian American venture capitalist Nisha Desai sues PayPal for racial discrimination

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NEW YORK (TIP): Nisha Desai, an Indian American entrepreneur and the founder of Andav Capital, has filed a lawsuit against PayPal, alleging racial discrimination in its minority investment program. The case, brought before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, challenges the criteria of PayPal’s $530 million initiative launched in 2020 … Indian American venture capitalist Nisha Desai sues PayPal for racial discrimination

Indian American Dr. Harsha Sahni loses medical license, faces prison for harboring undocumented women

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TRENTON, NJ (TIP): Dr. Harsha Sahni, an Indian American rheumatologist from Colonia, New Jersey, has permanently lost her medical license and is facing a 27-month federal prison sentence for harboring two undocumented women from India as household servants for low wages. The New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners announced the revocation of Dr. Sahni’s license … Indian American Dr. Harsha Sahni loses medical license, faces prison for harboring undocumented women

Indian origin British MP renews UK Parliament call for Bluestar probe

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LONDON (TIP): British Sikh Labour MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi has renewed his call in the House of Commons for an independent inquiry into the extent of the involvement of the then Margaret Thatcher-led Conservative government in Operation Bluestar in June 1984. The MP from Slough in south-east England called on the Labour Party government elected … Indian origin British MP renews UK Parliament call for Bluestar probe

BAPS Hindu Mandir in Los Angeles mobilizes for Los Angeles Wildfires; donates thousands of items across 15 shelters and resource centers

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LOS ANGELES, CA (TIP): As the Palisades, Eaton and other fires continue to devastate communities across the Los Angeles area, the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir through its charitable arm BAPS Charities, has stepped forward to provide critical relief and recovery support to thousands of displaced families. In collaboration with local authorities, emergency response teams, and … BAPS Hindu Mandir in Los Angeles mobilizes for Los Angeles Wildfires; donates thousands of items across 15 shelters and resource centers

Battery Dance gets NEA Grant

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NEW YORK (TIP): Battery Dance announced that it is thrilled to announce a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts supporting the 44th annual Battery Dance Festival, August 12-16, at Rockefeller Park. The Battery Dance Festival is New York City’s longest-running free public dance festival, drawing a combined audience of over 12,000 in-person and … Battery Dance gets NEA Grant

AAPI’s Share-the-Warmth Program to Bring Comfort to the Needy

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CHICAGO, IL (TIP): “Continuing the tradition of providing comfort and warmth to the needy and the homeless in the United States during this winter season, with the overwhelming support from dozens of Chapters, we at the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) are relaunching the Share-the-Warmth program that will benefit thousands of people … AAPI’s Share-the-Warmth Program to Bring Comfort to the Needy