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Indian Community Leaders Unite to Support Mayor Bill McLeod of Hoffman Estates in his Re-Election Bid

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CHICAGO, IL (TIP): On October 17, 2024, an energetic and inspiring fundraising event was held at the Marriott Chicago Northwest in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, to support Mayor Bill McLeod’s re-election campaign. In total, the event has been able to raise over $25,000, showing overwhelming support for Mayor McLeod’s bid for a seventh term as mayor. … Indian Community Leaders Unite to Support Mayor Bill McLeod of Hoffman Estates in his Re-Election Bid

RANA Celebrates 25th Deepmahotsav: Honors Distinguished Achievers

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LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): The 25th RANA Deepmahotsav was celebrated on Sunday, October 27, in grand style on Long Island, drawing distinguished guests from across the community. The event was honored by the presence of Dr. Varun Jeph, Deputy Consul General of India in New York, as the Chief Guest. Rajasthan’s former Director General of … RANA Celebrates 25th Deepmahotsav: Honors Distinguished Achievers

Suromurchhana Foundation honors Padma Shri Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): This past Sunday, October 27, saw a major highlight of the 2024 NYC Indian classical music calendar as the Suromurchhana foundation for the Indian classical arts honored tabla torchbearer Padma Shri Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri with its first annual Pt. A. Kanan & Vidushi Malabika Kanan Award. With a full complement of … Suromurchhana Foundation honors Padma Shri Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri

BJANA organizes a Spectacular Diwali celebration with more than 700 Community Members

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EDISON, NJ (TIP): The Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America (BJANA) held its spectacular annual Diwali celebration on Oct 26th, 2024, in the ballroom of the Royal Albert’s Palace, New Jersey, USA. The event was attended by more than 700 community members from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware. The attendees got to … BJANA organizes a Spectacular Diwali celebration with more than 700 Community Members

Emmy-Nominated Filmmaker Tirlok Malik’s On Golden Years to be shown at Prestigious Teaneck Film Festival 2024 on November 10 at 11:30 AM

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TEANECK, NJ (TIP): Emmy-nominated filmmaker Tirlok Malik’s celebrated film ‘On Golden Years,’ will be screened at the prestigious Teaneck International Film Festival 2024 on Sunday, November 10, at 11:30 AM at Teaneck Cinemas (503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ 07666). ‘On Golden Years’ is a major highlight in Malik’s career, known for exploring the immigrant experience … Emmy-Nominated Filmmaker Tirlok Malik’s On Golden Years to be shown at Prestigious Teaneck Film Festival 2024 on November 10 at 11:30 AM

Care: A critical investment for gender equality and the rights of women and girls: UN Women

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): If women’s unpaid work were assigned a monetary value, it would exceed 40 per cent of GDP in some countries. Globally, women and girls spend more than 2.5 times as many hours a day on unpaid care work than men. This disparity prevents women and girls from fully realizing their rights … Care: A critical investment for gender equality and the rights of women and girls: UN Women

Minority Leader DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Local Business Leaders at Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce Legislative Breakfast

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WOODBURY, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) proudly attended the 39th Nassau Council of Chamber of Commerce Businesspersons of the Year and Legislative Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 25. As part of the festivities, she joined the Nassau Council of Chambers in congratulating Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce honoree … Minority Leader DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Local Business Leaders at Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce Legislative Breakfast

Breaking Barriers: Visualizing Equal Opportunities for Women in Defense

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NEW YORK, NY (TIP): Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations (UN), New York, in collaboration with Permanent Missions of Germany and Switzerland co-organized a high-level event titled Breaking Barriers: Visualizing Equal Opportunities for Women in Defense in New York on 25 October 2024. President of the Swiss Confederation, Her Excellency Viola Amherd, delivered … Breaking Barriers: Visualizing Equal Opportunities for Women in Defense

Neck and neck: On the U.S. presidential election

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Trump and Harris offer U.S. voters vastly different choices With less than two weeks before voting day in the 2024 U.S. election, no clear winner has emerged in the contest between Democrat and incumbent Vice-President Kamala Harris, and Republican and former President Donald Trump, two candidates who could not be more mutually differentiated in terms … Neck and neck: On the U.S. presidential election

Diwali is about carrying forward a legacy of resilience, positivity, and the enduring belief that good will ultimately triumph

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Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and holds a deep cultural, spiritual, and historical significance for millions worldwide. The festival, also known as Deepavali, derives its name from the Sanskrit words “Deep” (lamp or light) and “Avali” (a row or series), symbolizing a row of lights. Celebrated … Diwali is about carrying forward a legacy of resilience, positivity, and the enduring belief that good will ultimately triumph

What is clicking on the U.S. presidential campaign trail

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Kamala Harris’s campaign is leveraged on a diminishing statistic while Donald Trump’s is the opposite “While abortion rates are falling, immigration, which is Mr. Trump’s cause, is rising. The immigration acts of 1965 and 1990 allowed Latin Americans and Asians in and, since then, the bulk of U.S. migrants have been Mexicans. There is a … What is clicking on the U.S. presidential campaign trail

Need to review UN Charter to reflect change

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The first step towards strengthening the multilateral system must, therefore, begin with removing the contradictions within the UN Charter on decision-making “As the UN prepares to mark its 80th anniversary in September 2025, it is time to prioritize coordinated action to convene a UN General Conference to review and strengthen the Charter, as committed by … Need to review UN Charter to reflect change

Threats to U.S. Democracy: A Viewpoint

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“In the United States today, an I.D. is required for almost everything we do; why not a nationwide voter I.D. law to uphold elections’ integrity? If India can do it with 700 million voters, a more advanced society like the U.S. could accomplish that task rather easily.” “America is a polarized nation today. Extreme partisan … Threats to U.S. Democracy: A Viewpoint

Chinmoy Naik named India’s acting High Commissioner to Canada

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OTTAWA (TIP): Chinmoy Naik has been appointed acting High Commissioner in Ottawa, the Indian High Commission in Canada said on Sunday, October 20. Naik assumed charge after the previous High Commissioner, Sanjay Kumar Verma, and five other officials were withdrawn by India earlier this week amid the ongoing diplomatic row with Canada. Naik has been … Chinmoy Naik named India’s acting High Commissioner to Canada

Mayor Eric Adams hosts Diwali Celebrations at the Gracie Mansion

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Mayor Eric Adams, on October 24, welcomed hundreds to Diwali celebrations at the Gracie Mansion. Welcoming the guests, the Mayor said that that he feels pleased to celebrate the festival of lights symbolizing victory of good over evil with them. He applauded Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, who initiated the demand for making … Mayor Eric Adams hosts Diwali Celebrations at the Gracie Mansion

Diwali in US gains official holiday status in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York

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NEW YORK (TIP): As the glow of Diwali approaches, this festival of lights is gaining unprecedented recognition in the United States, showcasing the nation’s commitment to celebrating cultural diversity. With states like Pennsylvania leading the initiative, Diwali is being officially acknowledged, reflecting its growing significance in American society. In a historic move, Pennsylvania has become … Diwali in US gains official holiday status in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York

President Biden and the First Lady host Diwali celebration at the White House

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US President Joe Biden on Monday, October 28, hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House that was attended by more than 600 eminent Indian Americans, including Congressmen, officials, and corporate executives, from across the country. “As President, I’ve been honored to host the biggest Diwali receptions ever at the White House. … President Biden and the First Lady host Diwali celebration at the White House

Nepal loses to USA by three-wickets in a nail bite finish in ICC ODI series

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GRAND PRAIRIE, TX (TIP): Cricket fans at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Texas could not have asked for more as the home team batters stole the thunder and recorded an exciting three-wicket win over fancied Nepal with two balls to spare in a tall-scoring game. Needing 286 to win, allrounder Shardyl van Schalkwyk plundered a … Nepal loses to USA by three-wickets in a nail bite finish in ICC ODI series

Canada: Bhajan Brar and Tajinder Grewal script history in Saskatchewan politics

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Two turbaned Sikhs were among the three candidates of South Asian descent declared successful in the Saskatchewan Provincial Assembly elections. Bhajan Singh Brar and Tajinder Singh Grewal, both of the New Democratic Party (NDP), thus became the first turbaned Sikhs to sit in the Saskatchewan Assembly. After the preliminary round of vote counting, Bhajan Brar … Canada: Bhajan Brar and Tajinder Grewal script history in Saskatchewan politics

Overview of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election

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Elections are fundamental to any democracy, ensuring that the voices of citizens shape the leadership and direction of their country. In the United States, elections serve as the bedrock of democracy, allowing citizens to exercise indirect governance by choosing leaders who align with their values and aspirations. The U.S. stands as one of the most … Overview of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election

CURRENT DOCUMENTARY FILMS

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By Mabel Pais STRIPPED FOR PARTS: AMERICAN JOURNALISM ON THE BRINK Director: Rick Goldsmith; USA; 2023; 100m ‘Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink’ is the story of one secretive hedge fund that is plundering America’s newspapers and the journalists who are fighting back. Investigative reporter Julie Reynolds, Denver Post editorialist Chuck Plunkett and … CURRENT DOCUMENTARY FILMS

NJ SYMPHONY CELEBRATES NEW SEASON OPENING WEEKEND

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By Mabel Pais Following the brilliant performance by Renee Fleming and the New Jersey Symphony at the Season Opening Gala on October 6, the New Jersey Symphony opens the weekend season with Music Director Xian Zhang conducting Scheherazade, November 1-3. PROGRAM Fri, Nov 1 @ 8:00 pm Richardson Auditorium in Princeton Sat, Nov 2 @ … NJ SYMPHONY CELEBRATES NEW SEASON OPENING WEEKEND

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS IGNITES SEAPORT MUSEUM AND ELSEWHERE

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By Mabel Pais The South Street Seaport Museum presents Diwali Celebration on Friday, November 1, 2024 from 11am-6pm. Join the Seaport Museum and The Culture Tree for a full day of free Seaport Museum admission and festive activities to mark Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. Diwali, named for the row (avali) of clay lamps … FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS IGNITES SEAPORT MUSEUM AND ELSEWHERE

Embassy of India in Guatemala hosts Buyers-Sellers Meeting on Indian Handicrafts and Home Decorative Items

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GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India in Guatemala, in collaboration with Invest India, successfully organized a Buyers-Sellers Meet on October 23, 2024. The event aimed to promote the export of Indian handicrafts and home decorative items and foster meaningful business connections between Indian and Guatemalan companies. The meet witnessed active participation from approximately 50 … Embassy of India in Guatemala hosts Buyers-Sellers Meeting on Indian Handicrafts and Home Decorative Items

Embassy of India in Guatemala Hosts Buyers- Sellers Meeting on Indian Beauty and Cosmetic Products

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GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India, in partnership with the Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL), hosted a Buyers Seller Meet in Guatemala City on October 22, 2024. The event featured 20 Indian companies participating virtually while 30 Guatemalan companies attended in person. CHEMEXCIL has significantly contributed to India’s beauty and … Embassy of India in Guatemala Hosts Buyers- Sellers Meeting on Indian Beauty and Cosmetic Products

India-Canada diplomatic spat: Dialogue is the only way out feels a vast majority in Indian Diaspora

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The diplomatic spat between India and Canada continues unabated,  a vast majority in the Indian Diaspora wants an early end to it suggesting both sides should exercise extra restraint and sit across the table to resolve the issues amicably. “Both India and Canada as members of the Commonwealth have well organized administrative structures to take … India-Canada diplomatic spat: Dialogue is the only way out feels a vast majority in Indian Diaspora

Indian American Google Cloud chief Amit Zavery moves to ServiceNow as COO

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SANTA CLARA, CA (TIP): : Just a day after announcing his departure from Google after “six incredible years,” the search giant’s Indian American cloud chief Amit Zavery, is taking the COO role at Santa Clara, California-based software company ServiceNow. ServiceNow that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations, said … Indian American Google Cloud chief Amit Zavery moves to ServiceNow as COO

Scottish Indian curator Satinder Kaur helps bring 1700s alive at King Charles III’s Dumfries House

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LONDON (TIP): Dumfries House is one of the most majestic stately homes in Scotland, dating back to the 1700s and close to the heart of King Charles III – a regular visitor to oversee the work of his King’s Foundation charity, headquartered at this royal estate near Glasgow. Satinder Kaur, collections manager at Dumfries House, … Scottish Indian curator Satinder Kaur helps bring 1700s alive at King Charles III’s Dumfries House

Indian American professor Aaron ‘Ronnie’ Chatterji named OpenAI’s first Chief Economist

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP):  To better understand AI’s economic impacts, and help people harness its potential to solve hard problems and create a more prosperous future, OpenAI has appointed Dr. Aaron “Ronnie” Chatterji as its first Chief Economist. In this new role, the Indian American Duke University professor of business and public policy and former White … Indian American professor Aaron ‘Ronnie’ Chatterji named OpenAI’s first Chief Economist

India American entrepreneur Rafe Husain launches Calibike

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP):  Rafe Husain is the latest Indian American entrepreneur to make waves in the disruptor market. His innovation, Calibike, is an electric bike purposefully designed to complement America’s first high-speed passenger rail system. The e-bike offers a last-mile solution for commuters traveling along the 218-mile Brightline West rail line connecting Las Vegas to … India American entrepreneur Rafe Husain launches Calibike