Hundreds of devotees gathered to celebrate and show solidarity to Ram Mandir consecration in Ayodhya. LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): The windy, freezing Sunday with sub-zero temperatures afternoon saw enthusiastic Indian Americans show their support for the Ram Lalla consecration in Ayodhya, thousands of miles away. A car rally was organized in Hicksville in Long Island, … New Yorkers celebrate Rama Mandir consecration with Car Rally
GLEN COVE, NY (TIP): In the special election to replace George Santos, Conservative and Republican candidate Mazi Pilip is continuing to face questions and scrutiny around transparency regarding her personal finances. Newsday, on January 24, built on recent reporting from The New York Times and revealed that Pilip disclosed substantial discrepancies between her federal and … Scrutiny Builds Over Mazi Pilip’s Personal Finances
As we embark upon 2024 and a new term of the Nassau County Legislature, we do so at a truly evolutionary time. During our organizational meeting on Jan. 8, we welcomed five new Legislators, as well as six new caucus leaders within our group of 19 elected representatives. As part of that transition, I have … 2024 Is The Time To Address Nassau’s Most Pressing Issues
NEW YORK (TIP): The Asia Society, a leading think-tank, on Wednesday, January 24, named as its president and Chief Executive Officer the former foreign minister of South Korea, Kyung-wha Kang, known for her ”deep relationships across Asia and with the US.” An accomplished diplomat who served as South Korea’s 38th Minister of Foreign Affairs from … Asia Society names South Korea’s ex-foreign minister as president & CEO
NEW YORK (TIP): A jury in New York ordered former U.S. President and 2024 candidate Donald Trump on Friday to pay $83.3 million to compensate the writer E. Jean Carroll whom he was found to have sexually assaulted and defamed. The civil order, which prompted an audible gasp in the federal court, far exceeds the … Jury order Donald Trump to pay $83 million to Jean Carroll in damages for defamation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): “The relationship between the world’s two largest democracies has deepened in intensity, matured in character and expanded in scope”, India’s outgoing ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu has said. Sandu, 61, who retires later this month from the foreign service after more than 35 years. on Wednesday, January 24, made these … India-US relationship has deepened in intensity, matured in character, and expanded in scope: Ambassador Sandhu
The twin themes of ‘Viksit Bharat’ and ‘Bharat – Loktantra Ki Matruka’ reflected throughout in this year’s parade which witnessed the participation of 13,000 special guests NEW DELHI (TIP): Despite the cold and thick layer of fog covering the national capital, lakhs of people reached the Kartavya Path as President Droupadi Murmu led the processions … India’s Military Might, Woman Power on display at the 75th Republic Day Celebrations
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): 75th Republic Day of India was celebrated at the Indian Consulate here on Friday January 26th, which was attended by a large number of Indian Americans. Consul General of India Binaya S Pradhan unfurled the national flag of India. The unfurling was accompanied by the singing en mass of the Indian … Indian Consulate in New York Celebrates Republic Day
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Saturday, January 27, said he had called off his protest over the reservation issue, saying the Maharashtra government had accepted all the demands. He expressed satisfaction that the government had issued a notification to issue Kunbi caste certificates to all relatives of the Marathas whose records (linked to Kunbi … Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange calls off protest over reservation issue
New Delhi (TIP) – India and France have agreed to a new road map for defence industrial cooperation to identify opportunities for partnership in the sector including co-designing, co-development and co-production of military hardware, the two countries will jointly produce a multi-mission helicopter in India, and French engine maker Safran is willing to transfer 100% … Boost for bilateral ties, India and France seal key deals
Over 96 crore people, including 47 crore women, are eligible to cast vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, for which more than 12 lakh polling booths would be set up across India. Over 1.73 crore of those eligible to vote are in the age group of 18 to 19 years, according to Election Commission … 2024 Lok Sabha polls: 96 crore citizens, including 47 crore women, eligible to cast vote
Varanasi (TIP)- In a significant development, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in its scientific survey report on the Gyanvapi mosque has concluded that there existed a Hindu temple at the site of the Gyanvapi mosque prior to the construction of the mosque. As per the report, the pre-existing structure was destroyed in the 17th century … Temple existed at the site of Gyanvapi mosque: ASI report
New Delhi/Patna (TIP)- Bihar’s ruling coalition appeared at breaking point on Friday, January 26, with the Janata Dal (United), its ally Rashtriya Janata Dal, and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party all corralling their lawmakers and calling meetings over the weekend as speculation about chief minister Nitish Kumar’s joining the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) reached fever … Nitish inches closer to alliance exit; BJP ready
In the complex realm of Indian politics, the relentless surge of Hindutva under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership has triggered profound alarm among critics and concerned citizens. The concept of Hindutva, an ideology with historical roots dating back to the early 20th century and led by influential thinkers like V.D. Savarkar and M.S. Golwalkar, sought … New politics of religion a challenge to secular character of Republic
By Mabel Pais “If I’m the duke, man, Peggy Lee is the queen,” decreed Duke Ellington. “I consider her as great a musician as Frank Sinatra, who in that world is king.” – Duke Ellington “Peg is just about the best friend a song ever had.” – Frank Sinatra The New Jersey Performing Arts Center … REVEL IN THE MEMORY OF SONGS OF TWO ICONS
By Mabel Pais “An outburst of pure joy…nothing less than spectacular” wrote NJArts.net about Nai Ni Chen Dance Company. This year for the ‘Year of the Green Wood Dragon,’ the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company celebrates the Lunar New Year with spectacular performances at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in New Jersey and the … NAI NI CHEN PRESENTS SPECTACULAR PERFORMANCES AT NJ AND NYC
Prime Minister should follow in Lord Rama’s footsteps to ensure justice for all “Ram Mandir has succeeded in restoring Hindus’ pride in their religion. That is a positive development. What’s left is for Modi to follow the principles of good governance associated with Lord Rama for dispensing justice to all. There were no Muslims and … Takeaways from the Ayodhya spectacle
The hard-earned academic freedom and intellectual sovereign space in India must remain non-negotiable, having been shaped by the spirit of diversity, equity and inclusion “The resistance to this onslaught must be more prudent. If our adherence to political correctness crosses a threshold level, the liberal fabric would be pummeled by the social oligarchs. Let us … Lessons from a high-profile Harvard exit
There is an urgency now — Indians have a collective duty to reassert the values and central role the Constitution has played in determining the dreams and the vision of a united and plural India On January 22, 1947, the “Objective resolution” of the Indian Constitution was unanimously adopted by the Constituent Committee. This became … Reclaiming the Republic, and the Constitution
Trump’s ad hoc policymaking has many takers among Republicans The 2024 U.S. presidential election’s Republican primaries race has already narrowed to two candidates, frontrunner and former President Donald Trump and former Governor of South Carolina, Indian-origin Nikki Haley. The latest twist in the election cycle saga, which kicked off last week with the Iowa caucuses, … Narrowing field: On 2024 U.S. presidential election’s Republican primaries race
As India commemorates its 75th Republic Day, it is a momentous occasion to reflect on the incredible journey the nation has undertaken since gaining independence in 1947. The last seven and a half decades have witnessed remarkable progress, from overcoming social and communal divisions to tackling issues of illiteracy and poverty. The country, once burdened … India’s 75th Republic Day: Celebrating Achievements and Reflecting on Challenges
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Thirteen Indian American high schoolers figure among top 40 finalists in this year’s Regeneron Science Talent Search, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. The 2023 finalists’ research projects showcase their breadth of knowledge, their commitment to addressing issues important to modern society, and their … Thirteen Indian Americans among 40 Science Talent Search finalists
CHICAGO (TIP): In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Indian American Sanjay Shah tragically lost his life while commemorating his company’s 25th anniversary at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad, India, on January 19. According to reports, Shah, the CEO of Vistex, met with a fatal accident when an iron cage being lowered onto the stage malfunctioned … Indian American CEO Sanjay Shah dies in tragic accident while celebrating Ramoji City’s 25th anniversary
NEW YORK (TIP): Five Indian restaurants have earned spots on Yelp’s prestigious “Top 100 US Restaurants 2024” list, a compilation reflecting the culinary diversity and gastronomic excellence of America. This annual list is curated from the reviews and ratings shared by Yelp’s extensive food community, making it a highly anticipated and influential ranking in the … Five Indian restaurants named in ‘Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2024’
SAN FRANCISCO (TIP) : Infogain, a Silicon Valley-headquartered leader in human-centered digital platforms and software engineering services, has appointed Indian American executive, Dinesh Venugopal as its CEO, effective Feb 8. Venugopal will take over from Ayan Mukerji, who joined Infogain in 2018 as COO before becoming CEO in 2021, according to a company press release. … Indian American Dinesh Venugopal appointed as Infogain CEO
MELBOURNE (TIP) : The Indian community in Australia is mourning the tragic death of four compatriots, including three women, who drowned at an unpatrolled beach in Phillip Island this week. Jagjeet Singh Anand, a 23-year-old male nurse, Suhani Anand and Kirti Bedi, 20-year-old nursing students, and Reema Sondhi, 43, died in the tragic incident on … Indian community mourns tragic death of 4 compatriots who drowned at unpatrolled beach in Phillip Island, Australia
NEW YORK (TIP): A 44-year-old Indian American former Pfizer employee has been convicted for insider trading by a federal court in New York for his scheme to reap illicit profits by trading on information about the results of a Covid-19 medicine’s clinical trials by the pharmaceutical giant. Following a two-week trial, Amit Dagar of Hillsborough … Indian American ex-Pfizer employee convicted of insider trading on Covid-19 medicine clinical trials
NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA (TIP) : An Indian American couple has been convicted of forcing an immigrant relative to provide labor and services at their store, and gas station including working as the cashier, preparing food, cleaning and managing store records. Harmanpreet Singh, 30, and Kulbir Kaur, 43, were convicted by a federal jury last Friday … Indian American Virginia couple convicted of forced labor of relative
By Mabel Pais Ujju Aggarwal, panelist For generations, skin color has been exploited to divide humanity into “races,” used to sow division and justify systems of power and oppression. But race is a human-invented classification system, not a biological category. Could a change in our understanding of what race is (and more important, what it … IS RACE A SOCIAL CONSTRUCT?