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Energy, defence and trade on agenda as FS Misri heads to Europe amid West Asia crisis

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NEW DELHI (TIP): Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will undertake a three-day visit to Paris and Berlin beginning Sunday for high-level talks on energy, trade and defence sectors that have become increasingly critical amid a fractured geopolitical landscape. Misri’s visit to France and Germany comes at the end of his trip to the US, where he … Energy, defence and trade on agenda as FS Misri heads to Europe amid West Asia crisis

India, Qatar push for free flow of global trade

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NEW DELHI (TIP):India on Friday, April 10, emphasised the need for “unimpeded freedom” of navigation and the smooth flow of global commerce to sustain supply chains, as Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri held high-level talks in Qatar amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. During his two-day visit to Doha, Puri met Qatar’s … India, Qatar push for free flow of global trade

India Women’s Team Set Sights On FIFA Series With One Eye On Future

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NEW DELHI (TIP) : Thirty-two days after their AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign drew to a painful end, the Indian women’s national football team will begin a new chapter with renewed vigour at the FIFA Series 2026 Kenya. The Blue Tigresses will face the hosts in their opening game on Saturday at the Nyayo National … India Women’s Team Set Sights On FIFA Series With One Eye On Future

Crude oil prices drop, but is the damage already done?

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NEW DELHI (TIP): Crude oil prices may have eased from recent highs following a temporary US-Iran ceasefire, but the relief is deceptive. The recent spike was not just a reaction to geopolitical headlines. It reflected a disruption to how oil moves through the global system, and those effects are already feeding through the world economy. … Crude oil prices drop, but is the damage already done?

Vaisakhi: Harvest of the Earth, Awakening of the Spirit

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Vaisakhi, celebrated on April 14 this year, stands as one of the most profound and multifaceted festivals in the Indian cultural and spiritual calendar. It is at once a joyous harvest festival, a historic turning point in the evolution of Sikh identity, and a timeless reminder of the values that bind humanity together—faith, courage, equality, … Vaisakhi: Harvest of the Earth, Awakening of the Spirit

77th Rajasthan Diwas & Holi Sneh Milan Celebrated at the Indian Consulate in New York

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Consul General’s suggestion for an India Center receives massive support. Philanthropists KK Mehta & Chandra Mehta pledge $5 million for the project  NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) celebrated the 77th Rajasthan Diwas and Holi Sneh Milan at the Consulate General of India in New York, bringing together members of … 77th Rajasthan Diwas & Holi Sneh Milan Celebrated at the Indian Consulate in New York

April 3 New York & Dallas E – Edition

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Pakistan hit by global oil crisis, diesel prices up by 55%, petrol 42%

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Islamabad (TIP): Pakistan on Thursday, April 2, sharply increased consumer prices for diesel and petrol, marking its second hike in less than a month, as global oil prices surged amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The price of diesel has been raised by 54.9% to 520.35 Pakistani rupees ($1.88) per litre, while petrol … Pakistan hit by global oil crisis, diesel prices up by 55%, petrol 42%

Pakistan hit by global oil crisis, diesel prices up by 55%, petrol 42%

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Islamabad (TIP): Pakistan on Thursday, April 2, sharply increased consumer prices for diesel and petrol, marking its second hike in less than a month, as global oil prices surged amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The price of diesel has been raised by 54.9% to 520.35 Pakistani rupees ($1.88) per litre, while petrol … Pakistan hit by global oil crisis, diesel prices up by 55%, petrol 42%

Pak’s response to attack would be decisive: Khawaja Asif fires back at India

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Islamabad (TIP): Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a fresh warning to India, saying any future confrontation would be met with a response that is “swift, calibrated, and decisive”. Khawaja Asif’s remarks come days before the first anniversary of the horrific 2025 Pahalgam attack and India’s Operation Sindoor. The latest … Pak’s response to attack would be decisive: Khawaja Asif fires back at India

Tourists poisoned, fake treatment: Rs 130 crore air rescue scam busted in Nepal

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Kathmandu (TIP): A court case has been filed against 33 individuals in Nepal for their alleged involvement in a large-scale fake “air rescue” insurance scam targeting foreign tourists, with fraudulent claims amounting to around Rs 130 crore. According to Nepal Police’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), the case was registered on March 20 after the bureau … Tourists poisoned, fake treatment: Rs 130 crore air rescue scam busted in Nepal

Indian friends in safe hands: Iran on Hormuz blockade

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Tehran (TIP): Iran on Thursday, April 2, indicated that its “Indian friends” have nothing to worry about when it comes to safe passage for fuel tankers through the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. “Our Indian friends are in safe hands, no worries,” the Iranian Embassy in India said while quoting a tweet by Iran’s Embassy in … Indian friends in safe hands: Iran on Hormuz blockade

War continues to escalate in West Asia

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President Donald Trump, in his address on Thursday, said that the US forces will keep hitting Iran ‘very hard’ in the next two or three weeks. Late on Thursday, he took to Truth Social to announce that Iran’s biggest bridge has been hit by the US forces, sending this as a reminder to Islamic Republic … War continues to escalate in West Asia

Iran claims shooting down second US F-35 fighter jet

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Tehran (TIP): Iran has claimed that it shot down a second US F-35 fighter jet over central parts of the country, according to a report by Mehr news agency, says Reuters. The agency also said that survival of the pilot is unlikely. Iran also fired missiles at Israel and some Gulf nations while explosions were … Iran claims shooting down second US F-35 fighter jet

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

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Paris (TIP): French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday, April 2, it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S. President Donald Trump challenged U.S. allies to work towards reopening it. Thousands of people have been killed across the Middle East since February 28, when the … Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

Schools to hotels: How civilian sites have come under attack during Middle East war

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Gaza (TIP): Since February 28, when the United States and Israel began their military campaign against Iran, thousands of strikes have been carried out across the country, hitting not just military-linked locations but also civilian infrastructure such as schools, hospitals, airports, and residential neighborhoods. Iran has alleged that the scale of damage is vast, claiming … Schools to hotels: How civilian sites have come under attack during Middle East war

Cuba pardons 2,010 people as US pressures island’s government

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Havana (TIP): The Cuban government said on Thursday, April 2, that it had pardoned 2,010 people at the same time the Trump administration has placed extreme pressure on the government and suffocated the island with an oil blockade. Cuba’s government said the pardons were a “humanitarian gesture” in connection with Holy Week and didn’t mention … Cuba pardons 2,010 people as US pressures island’s government

AIA-NY Strengthens Ties with Queensborough Community College with Scholarships and Cultural Exchange

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QUEENS, NY (TIP): March 25 witnessed another chapter of the Association of Indians in America – New York Chapter (AIA-NY) strengthening educational ties with the Queensborough Community College (QCC) through scholarships and cultural exchanges. AIA National Past President Dr Urmilesh Arya and Dr Yashpal Arya gifted $10,000 for ten scholarships of $1,000 each to students … AIA-NY Strengthens Ties with Queensborough Community College with Scholarships and Cultural Exchange

Successful Inauguration of ODOP Exhibition & Permanent ODOP Corner at CGI Houston

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HOUSTON (TIP): The Consulate General of India, Houston, successfully inaugurated a specially curated ODOP Exhibition and a permanent ODOP Corner at the Consulate on March 30, 2026. The Exhibition will remain open to the public from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM on all working days from April 1 to April 10, 2026, while the permanent … Successful Inauguration of ODOP Exhibition & Permanent ODOP Corner at CGI Houston

‘Me and my husband don’t see eye to eye on every issue’: Usha Vance

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US Second Lady Usha Vance said she considered herself a trusted adviser to her husband JD Vance, the US Vice-President, especially when he’s taking a position on an issue that is “important personally”. Usha, the first Indian American Second Lady, in an interview with NBC News, also said she and her husband … ‘Me and my husband don’t see eye to eye on every issue’: Usha Vance

US Secy of War ousts 2 more Army Generals

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): After ousting Gen. Randy George, the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, has forced out two more army generals in a major rejig after vowing for regime change in the Iran war, the Wall Street Journal reported. General David Hodne, who became the head of … US Secy of War ousts 2 more Army Generals

Maryland Board of Public Works Approves $280 Million in State Spending

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (TIP): Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman joined Governor Wes Moore and Treasurer Dereck Davis on April 1, for a meeting of the Board of Public Works. During the meeting, the Board of Public Works approved a series of contracts and agreements supporting infrastructure, economic development, and community investments across Maryland. In emphasizing the importance … Maryland Board of Public Works Approves $280 Million in State Spending

Middlesex College Students Shine at Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ (TIP):  The Northeast Regional Honors Council hosted their annual conference where six Middlesex College students presented their honors research. Two of the presenting students, Mariela Flores and Victor Gil, were awarded the Scholarship for Equity and Access (SEA) Award. The award is given to presenting honors students belonging to a traditionally underrepresented … Middlesex College Students Shine at Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference

Let Peace Prevail: A Plea in America’s 250th Year of Independence

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As the United States stands on the threshold of a historic milestone—the 250th anniversary of its Independence—the nation ought to be preparing for a celebration worthy of its founding ideals: liberty, peace, human dignity, and the promise of a better future for all. Yet, instead of unity and anticipation, a deep unease hangs in the … Let Peace Prevail: A Plea in America’s 250th Year of Independence

Oxytocin: Hypothesized Roles of a Peptide in Relational Signaling, Neurochemical Coordination, and Systems-Level Research

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Oxytocin is among the most widely discussed regulatory peptides in modern biological discourse, yet much of its public perception remains narrowed to simplified narratives of attachment and bonding. Within scientific literature, however, Oxytocin occupies a far more intricate conceptual space. Rather than functioning as a singular “emotion peptide,” investigations purport that Oxytocin represents a multi-layered … Oxytocin: Hypothesized Roles of a Peptide in Relational Signaling, Neurochemical Coordination, and Systems-Level Research

Iran make World Cup progress in talks with Infantino

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Zürich (TIP)- Iranian football had a good week on its troubled path to playing World Cup games in the United States in June. A first face-to-face meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino since the U.S. and Israel started a war against Iran on Feb. 28 made genuine progress in football diplomacy at the end of … Iran make World Cup progress in talks with Infantino

Bodycam footage of Tiger Woods claiming call with US President after car crash

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Miam (TIP)- Tiger Woods, the golf legend and 15-time major champion, was heard telling police he had been speaking to US President Donald Trump moments after his car crash in Florida, according to bodycam footage released by authorities. The incident led to Woods’ arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence and has attracted significant … Bodycam footage of Tiger Woods claiming call with US President after car crash

IPL 2026: Clinical SRH beat KKR by 65 runs; Klaasen, Abhishek, Unadkat shine

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Kolkata (TIP)- A clinical show from Sunrisers Hyderabad, which included quickfire knocks from Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma and fine bowling performances from Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga and Nitish Kumar Reddy helped them achieve their first win of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), beating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 65 runs at Kolkata on … IPL 2026: Clinical SRH beat KKR by 65 runs; Klaasen, Abhishek, Unadkat shine

Mizoram: Discovering the serene hills of Northeast India

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Tucked away in the far northeastern corner of India, Mizoram is a land of rolling green hills, misty valleys, vibrant tribal culture, and unmatched tranquility. Often described as one of India’s most peaceful states, Mizoram offers a refreshing escape from crowded tourist circuits. With its pristine landscapes, warm hospitality, and unique traditions, the state is … Mizoram: Discovering the serene hills of Northeast India

Varuthini Ekadashi: The sacred fast of protection, redemption, and divine grace

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Among the many spiritually significant observances in the Hindu calendar, Varuthini Ekadashi-also known as Baruthani Ekadashi-holds a special place for seekers of purification, protection, and liberation from past karmic burdens. It falls on the eleventh lunar day (Ekadashi) of the Hindu month of Chaitra, typically observed during April or May. Like all Ekadashis, this sacred … Varuthini Ekadashi: The sacred fast of protection, redemption, and divine grace