The Indian diaspora is one of the largest and most diverse global communities, with an estimated 32 million people of Indian origin living across the world. From the shores of the Caribbean islands to the bustling cities of North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and beyond, Indians have built thriving communities that are … The rise and contributions of the Indian diaspora
Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) is the highest honor bestowed on Indians residing abroad. The President of India bestows this honor as part of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Conventions, which were held in 2003 as declared by India’s President. The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) is the highest honor conferred by the Government of … Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award since 2003
The 18th PBD Convention will be held from 8 – 10 January 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The theme of the 18th PBD Convention is ‘Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat’ The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD), or Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Day, is celebrated annually on January 9th to honor the contributions of the Indian diaspora to … History and origin of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Odisha, located on the eastern coast of India, has a rich and diverse history and culture that spans thousands of years. Known for its ancient temples, vibrant art forms, classical dances, and unique festivals, Odisha is a land of deep cultural significance and historical importance. Since time immemorial, Odisha has been the most sacred soil … A glimpse into history and culture of Odisha
ISLAMABAD (TIP): Pakistan was haunted by political uncertainty, economic instability, a deteriorating security situation and troubled relations with neighbours in 2024. But what defined the year were not just these perennial ills but the country’s inability to tackle incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan. Amid political turbulence, Pakistan hosted a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave, … Pakistan’s 2024: Troubled ties with neighbours, economic woes and the Imran Khan ‘problem’
Dhaka (TIP): The Anti-Discrimination Students Movement on December 29 announced that it would issue a belated Proclamation of July Uprising that seeks to “bury” Bangladesh’s 1972 constitution, calling it a “Mujibist” charter that had paved way for “India’s aggression.” The interim government distanced itself from the “Proclamation” while former PM Khaleda Zia’s party said it … Student body wants B’desh’s ‘Mujibist’ constitution buried
Kathmandu (TIP): A helicopter en route to Kathmandu carrying five US nationals had to make an emergency landing at Banepa, 50 kilometres east of the capital, after it was hit by a bird on December 29. The 9N-AKG chopper, belonging to the private Heli Everest airlines, was coming from Lukla, gateway to Mt Everest, when … Helicopter makes emergency landing near Kathmandu after being hit by bird
Kabul (TIP): Afghanistan’s Defence Ministry said on December 28 that its forces hit several points inside Pakistan in retaliation for deadly airstrikes last week. Pakistan on December 24 launched an operation to destroy a training facility and kill insurgents in Afghanistan’s eastern Paktika province. The strikes killed dozens of people, mostly women and children. Comments … Afghan forces retaliate, target Pak sites
Deir al-Balah (TIP): A 20-day-old infant froze to death in Gaza on December 29 amid Israel’s continuous blockade of humanitarian aid including food, medicines and winter essentials. Jomaa al-Batran was the fifth infant to die of hypothermia in Gaza’s tents where hundreds of Palestinians, displaced multiple times due to Israel’s 15-month-long genocidal war have sought … Fifth baby freeze to death in Gaza amid Israel’s blockade
SEOUL (TIP): Investigators probing South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol over his declaration of martial law said December 30 they sought an arrest warrant for the suspended president after he failed to report for questioning. “The Joint Investigation Headquarters filed an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol with the Seoul Western District Court”, said the … South Korean investigators seek arrest warrant for President Yoon over martial law
BERLIN (TIP): German security and intelligence chiefs are due on December 30 to face questioning about the car-ramming attack that killed five people and wounded more than 200 at a Christmas market 10 days ago. They will be quizzed about possible missed clues and security failures before the December 20 attack in the eastern city … German security chiefs to face questions over Christmas market attack
Kazakhstan (TIP): Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev said December 29 that the Azerbaijani airliner that crashed last week was shot down by Russia, albeit unintentionally, and criticized Moscow for trying to “hush up” the issue for days. “We can say with complete clarity that the plane was shot down by Russia. (…) We are not saying … Kazakhstan crash: Azerbaijan President claims Russia shot down plane, accuses Moscow of cover-up
PERU (TIP): One person died in Ecuador and ports closed across Peru as massive waves up to four meters (13 feet) high pummeled the region, officials said December 28. Many beaches along the central and northern stretches of the Peruvian coastline were closed to prevent risk to human life, local authorities said. Waves there submerged … Giant waves kill one in Ecuador, Peru ports closed
OTTAWA (TIP): An Air Canada flight coming from St John’s city on Newfoundland Island had a rough landing at the Halifax airport in Goffs in Nova Scotia province that saw the aircraft skid down the runway and part of it catching fire. A statement issued by the airport said the incident involved Air Canada Flight … Air Canada flight catches fire on landing at Halifax airport; all passengers evacuated safely
MUAN (TIP): Flags flew at half-mast on December 30 as South Korea mourned 179 people killed in the worst plane crash on its soil, as investigators probe why the Jeju Air plane crash-landed and burst into flames. The country has started seven days of national mourning, with the acting president flying to the crash site … Flags fly at half-mast as South Korea probes its worst plane crash
New York (TIP)- Grandmaster Koneru Humpy capped a wonderful year for Indian chess, defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia to emerge the women’s world rapid chess champion here on Sunday. India No. 1 Humpy, who had first won the event back in 2019, is only the second player after China’s Ju Wenjun to clinch the title … World Championships Rapid and Blitz: Koneru Humpy becomes world rapid champion for second time
Melbourne (TIP)- Jasprit Bumrah delivered another bowling masterclass, securing his 13th five-wicket haul in Test cricket as India bowled out Australia for 228 on Day 5 of the Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Starting the day with the challenging task of breaking Australia’s stubborn resistance, Bumrah wasted no time. In … Workhorse Jasprit Bumrah picks 13th 5-wicket haul after hardest toil in MCG Test
New Delhi (TIP)- AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday, December 29, accused the BJP of trying to manipulate voter list in the run-up to the Delhi Assembly elections. Speaking at a press conference alongside Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi, Kejriwal claimed the BJP was trying to win elections through “unfair … Delhi assembly polls: BJP attempting to alter electoral rolls, claims Kejriwal
The Delhi High Court has acquitted a man in a POCSO case, saying the use of phrase ‘physical relations’ by the minor survivor cannot automatically mean sexual assault. A bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Amit Sharma allowed the appeal by the accused, who was awarded imprisonment for the remainder of his life, and … ‘Physical relations’ cannot automatically mean sexual assault: Delhi High Court
New Delhi (TIP)- The row over former prime minister Manmohan Singh’s state funeral spilled into Sunday, December 29, with BJP accusing the Congress of levelling “baseless allegations” of disrespect and mismanagement against the Centre. The opposition party had called the government’s arrangements for Singh’s state funeral a “shocking display” of disrespect and mismanagement. Hitting back, … Manmohan Singh funeral row: Congress alleges mismanagement, BJP retorts
New Delhi (TIP)- In the 117th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Constitution had stood the test of time and had been the guiding light for Indian citizens. “On January 26, 2025, our Constitution will complete 75 years. It is a matter of honour for all of us as the … Constitution stood test of time, guided every citizen, says PM on Mann Ki Baat
External affairs minister S Jaishankar will visit Qatar this week for meetings with the West Asian country’s top leadership to review bilateral ties and discuss regional issues. Jaishankar will be in Qatar from December 30 to January 1, when he will meet the Prime Minister and foreign minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al … Jaishankar to visit Qatar this week, review bilateral ties
Patna (TIP)- The Bihar Police have filed a case against poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor and others for allegedly instigating the students’ protest being held by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants in Patna’s Gandhi Maidan. According to the police, Kishor and other members of his party provoked the candidates, prompting them to take to the … Case against Prashant Kishor for ‘inciting’ Bihar civil service aspirants’ protest
A popular travel destination in Rajasthan, Jodhpur is a sunny city set against the bright blue sky and is called the ‘Blue city since a number of houses and walls of the city are painted blue in color. The city of Jodhpur was founded in the year 1459 by Rao Jodha, the chief of the … Jodhpur: A royal heritage city
Somvati Amavasya, a unique and significant day in Hinduism, occurs when Amavasya (the new moon) falls on a Monday. This day holds immense spiritual and cultural importance. Observing fasts, performing rituals, and offering donations are key activities. Worshipping ancestors on this day is believed to bring blessings and alleviate planetary and ancestral afflictions. Lighting lamps … Somvati Amavasya
New York (TIP)- Oil prices were little changed on Friday, December 27, but were set for a weekly rise amid optimism economic stimulus efforts will prompt a recovery in China, the world’s biggest oil importer. Brent crude futures fell 1 cent to $73.25 a barrel by 0145 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was at … Oil prices steady as weekly rise expected amid China’s economic recovery hopes
New York (TIP)- Major banks and business groups sued the Federal Reserve on Tuesday, alleging the U.S. central bank’s annual “stress tests” of Wall Street firms violate the law. The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Columbus, Ohio, claims the Fed’s practice of determining how big banks perform against hypothetical economic turmoil, and assigning … Banks sue US Fed over stress tests, seek transparency
Exporters on Thursday, December 26, sought a fund of Rs 750 crore for three years to tap $25 billion export potential in the US, aiming to seize potential opportunities that may arise as the US President-elect, Donald Trump, has threatened to impose high tariffs on Chinese goods. In its pre-Budget meeting with the finance ministry, … Exporters seek Rs 750 cr to target US amid tariff threats
Imagine a vivid dream filled with mythical characters, and vast landscapes, and you as the protagonist in futuristic armour. Now, imagine describing that dream and watching it transform into a high-definition video. Sounds impossible? Not anymore. Enter Veo2, Google DeepMind’s latest text-to-video platform, which creates realistic 4K videos from simple text prompts. Its capabilities have … AI models now create text-to-video clips, promise a new future
A NASA spacecraft aims to fly closer to the sun than any object sent before. The Parker Solar Probe was launched in 2018 to get a close-up look at the sun. Since then, it has flown straight through the sun’s corona: the outer atmosphere visible during a total solar eclipse. The next milestone: closest approach … NASA’s Parker Solar probe to make historic closest approach to the Sun