Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Jayant Chaudhary on Friday, Feb 9, signalled positive outcomes for the ongoing Lok Sabha pre-poll alliance talks with the ruling BJP saying the government had won his heart by honouring his grandfather and late Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh with the Bharat Ratna. “Dil jeet liya,” Jayant, currently part of the … ‘Won my heart’: RLD chief hints at poll alliance with BJP
Valentine’s Day falls on February 14. This year, the day will be observed on Wednesday. On this day lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, held in mid-February. The festival, which celebrated the coming of spring, … Valentine’s Day: Annual festival to celebrate romance, love, friendship and admiration
Suddenly, Everyman becomes the Other and their common sentiment is fear “The Mehrauli and Haldwani incidents do not endorse Yogi’s statement asking for just three temples the way Krishna asked for five villages. Even the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), the post-Independence remnant of Jinnah’s Muslim League and the biggest party of the Muslims, had … Piety hostage to power politics
Washington is failing to use its leverage in the international environment “Actions speak louder than values, and Washington is failing to leverage its standing in the international environment, thereby empowering polarization politically, economically and culturally. The U.S. withdrew from the Trans-Pacific Partnership that emphasized human rights, transparency and liberal democracy, and also from many other … The decline of America’s leadership
DOHA/JERUSALEM (TIP): Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military on February 9 to draw up a dual plan to evacuate Palestinian civilians from the crowded southern Gazan city of Rafah and defeat the last Hamas fighters there. His office announced the move as pressure mounted on Israel over its threat to launch a ground assault … AHEAD OF ASSAULT, ISRAEL PM BENJAMIN NETANYAHU ORDERS RAFAH EVACUATION
The US presidential election is hotting up, and all bets are off on who will be the next resident of White House in 2025. But what is it that the Indian American community is looking for. A robust economy, safety and security of citizens, fixing the southern border crisis, and thriving relations with India are … Presidential election: What are Indian American voters’ priorities
Independent candidates backed by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) sprung a surprise in the general election, upstaging three-time premier Nawaz Sharif’s Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). Even as the counting of votes and declaration of winners were marked by chaos and delays, Nawaz suffered a shock defeat to PTI-supported Shahzada Khan from … Pakistan polls : Candidates backed by Imran’s party make gains
The fabled American dream is turning out be a nightmare for one Indian student after another. Syed Mazahir Ali was chased and attacked by unidentified men near his house in Chicago on February 4. The incident has left Ali, who moved to the US from Hyderabad about six months ago, traumatized. The attack comes less … Unsafe in the US : Five Indian students dead in five weeks
In recent times, India has witnessed a perplexing phenomenon where certain Hindu groups, often described as militant, vehemently oppose the celebration of Valentine’s Day. This opposition is rooted in the claim that the celebration is an alien import conflicting with Indian values. Shockingly, this opposition has escalated to physical assaults on young men and women … Love in the Land of Contradictions: Valentine’s Day and the Paradox of Hindu Fundamentalism
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): India-Guatemala trade relations have steadily grown, reflecting a mutual commitment to economic collaboration. To promote this bilateral trade further, a delegation of 20 Indian companies led by Federation of Indian Export Organization (FIEO) is visiting Guatemala to interact with Local Guatemalan Companies in various Business to Business Meeting from 13-14 February 2024. … Visit of 20-Member delegation by FIEO- ushering new avenues for Indian companies in Guatemala
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): In recent years, India has actively expanded its reach into Latin America, notably in Guatemala, through collaborative initiatives that encompass investments, technology transfer, fostering people-to-people contacts, and skill development for infrastructure projects. This proactive engagement aligns with India’s guiding philosophy of ‘Vasudev Kutumbakam’, reflecting the belief in the world as one family. … Indian companies invest US$1200 million in Xela (Quetzaltenango)
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India in Guatemala marked the 75th Republic Day with the traditional Flag Hoisting Ceremony in the morning and organizing a grand National Day Reception in the evening. The day commenced with a Flag Hoisting Ceremony at the Embassy premises in the morning, where Ambassador Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra unfurled … Celebration of 75th Republic Day at Embassy of India, Guatemala City
By Mabel Pais At the 2024 Sundance Film Festival (festival.sundance.org), India and the Indian diaspora were honored with awards in different categories. On January 26, the jury and audience award-winning films for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival were announced during a ceremony at The Ray Theatre in Park City. The Awards Ceremony occurred two days … INDIA AND INDIAN DIASPORA WIN AT 2024 SUNDANCE FILM FEST
By Mabel Pais “What the New Jersey Symphony has established, bringing music to the Garden State in schools and in six different cities, is a sincere accomplishment. And it’s never been better.” – nj.com The New Jersey Symphony (NJS) presents a concert dedicated to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, featuring Capathia Jenkins and three-time … NJS PAYS RESPECT TO QUEEN OF SOUL
By Chirag Daruwalla – Son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla Aries Ganesha says this week, Aries, you find yourself standing at the precipice of change, ready to leap into the unknown with the full force of your dynamic energy. The stars align to offer you a unique blend of courage and opportunity, making it an ideal … Weekly Horoscope- February 5, 2024 to February 11, 2024
12th Ganesha says you are about to experience a surge of energy that will inspire you to break free from your usual and welcome the new. This is a day in which engaging in creative endeavors and actively seeking out new experiences are not only advantageous but essential to your development. The cosmos is encouraging … Birthday Horoscope- February 5 to February 11
Tallinn (TIP): Lawyers for prominent Russian opposition figure Vladimir Kara-Murza Jr., who is serving a 25-year sentence for treason, said on January 30 that he has been transferred to another prison in Siberia and placed in solitary confinement again, for at least four months, over an alleged minor infraction. The move comes amid unrelenting pressure … Russian opposition figure Kara-Murza moved to another prison, placed in solitary confinement again
Jerusalem (TIP): Yemen’s Houthi rebels fired two ballistic missiles on February 1 at a Liberian-flagged container ship in the Red Sea, a US defense official said, the latest attack by the rebels as America launches airstrikes targeting them. The attack happened west of Hodeida, a port city in Yemen long held by the rebels, said … Explosion strikes near vessel in the Red Sea off Yemen as Houthi rebel attacks continue
Seoul (TIP): South Korea’s military said it detected North Korea firing multiple cruise missiles into waters off its western coast on February 2, adding to a provocative run of weapons testing in the face of deepening tensions with the United States, South Korea and Japan. The launches came hours after state media reported that North … North Korea tests more cruise missiles as leader Kim Jong Un calls for war readiness
Brussels (TIP): The leaders of the 27 European Union (EU) countries sealed a deal on February 1 to provide Ukraine with a new 50-billion-euro (USD 54 billion) support package despite Hungary’s weeks of threats to veto the move. European Council President Charles Michel announced the agreement about only an hour into the leaders’ summit in … EU agrees to $54 bn assistance for Ukraine
Gaza (TIP) : Israeli forces pounded areas in northern and southern Gaza on January 31 after Hamas said it had received and was studying a new proposal for a ceasefire and release of hostages held in the Palestinian enclave. The proposal, presented to the Palestinian militant group by mediators after talks with Israel, appeared to … Israel pounds Gaza as Hamas studies ceasefire plan
Hong Kong (TIP): Hong Kong began public consultation on a local National Security Law on January 30, more than three years after Beijing imposed a similar law that has all but wiped out dissent in the semi-autonomous city. The new law could expand the government’s ability to prosecute residents for offenses like collaborating with foreign … Hong Kong begins work on National Security Law to curb dissent
Beijing (TIP): Chinese President Xi Jinping has offered to “break new ground” to give a fillip to the China-France ties, days after French President Emmanuel Macron’s high-profile visit to India during which the two countries unveiled an ambitious defence roadmap besides intensifying cooperation in the strategic Indian Ocean and the Indo-Pacific region. Macron’s visit to … China’s Xi Jinping ready to ‘break new ground’ for France after Emmanuel Macron inks big defence deals with India
One of the oldest cities in India, Varanasi is a prime sacred center in the country for the followers of many religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Kashi and Banaras are other names by which the dazzling city of Varanasi is known. It is believed that the city was created by Lord Shiva himself … Varanasi: India’s spiritual epicenter
Mauni Amavasya, also known as Mauna Amavasya, is a significant Hindu observance celebrated on the no moon day (Amavasya) of the Magha month in the Hindu lunar calendar. This day holds great spiritual importance and is observed with various rituals, prayers, and acts of self-discipline. The date of Mauni Amavasya varies each year as per … Mauni Amavasya
Oil prices edged higher on Thursday, Feb 1, boosted by the U.S. Federal Reserve signalling a possible start to interest rate cuts in coming months. Brent crude futures were up 61 cents at $81.16 a barrel at 11:23 a.m. EST (1623 GMT). U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 62 cents to $76.47. There … Oil buoyed higher by US rate cut expectations
New Delhi (TIP)- India Inc welcomed the Interim Budget but regretted the absence of any big bang announcement. Even though the government failed to present the Medium-term Expenditure Framework Statement, which charts the economic trajectory for the next few years, CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee said a $7 trillion economy is achievable even before 2030. … India Inc hails Interim Budget but rues absence of big bang announcements
British manufacturing started 2024 on a weak footing, recording an 18th consecutive month of contraction as orders fell and disruption to Red Sea shipping delayed deliveries, a survey showed on Thursday, February 1. The S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for manufacturing rose to 47.0 in January from 46.2 the month before, a two-month high … Red Sea disruption hits UK manufacturing at start of 2024: PMI
OpenAI is promoting GPTs, third-party apps powered by AI models, by enabling its AI chatbot ChatGPT users to invoke them in any chat. ChatGPT users can use GPTs in conversations by typing “@” and selecting one from the list. The GPT chosen will understand the full conversation, and different GPTs can be “tagged in” to … Users can now bring GPTs into any conversation in OpenAI’s ChatGPT