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Legislator Drucker Celebrates Success of New York State Governor’s Cup 2023 Cricket Championships

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EAST MEADOW, N.Y. (TIP): Nasau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) congratulated Imran Pasha, Ali Zar, and ZAR Sports for the success of the New York State Governor’s Cup 2023 Cricket Tournament, which was played at Eisenhower Park on Sunday, Oct. 22. The event came at a time when cricket is growing in … Legislator Drucker Celebrates Success of New York State Governor’s Cup 2023 Cricket Championships

Senator Liu inducts Flushing resident, Michael Louis Vulcano , into New York Senate Veterans Hall of Fame

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FLUSHING, NY (TIP): State Senator John Liu inducted Flushing resident Michael Louis Vulcano into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 12. The Hall of Fame was established in 2005 to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from the Empire State who have distinguished themselves in both military and civilian life. … Senator Liu inducts Flushing resident, Michael Louis Vulcano , into New York Senate Veterans Hall of Fame

Eric Adams axes $547 million from NYC Education Department budget, more cuts on the way

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): New York City’s Education Department will cut nearly $550 million from its budget this year as part of a sweeping round of citywide reductions ordered by Mayor Eric Adams. Many of the cuts are expected to take effect immediately. They will touch a wide range of programs and positions that directly … Eric Adams axes $547 million from NYC Education Department budget, more cuts on the way

Tax season rapidly approaching: Get ready now to file 2023 federal income tax returns in early 2024

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): With the nation’s tax season rapidly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers there are important steps they can take now to help “get ready” to file their 2023 federal tax return. This is the first in a series of special IRS “Get Ready” reminders to help taxpayers prepare for the upcoming … Tax season rapidly approaching: Get ready now to file 2023 federal income tax returns in early 2024

IRS highlights International Fraud Awareness Week; taxpayers urged to protect against scams, schemes

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP):  As part of ongoing efforts to protect taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service reminds people that International Fraud Awareness Week serves as an important time to protect personal and financial information from scam artists and tax schemes. International Fraud Awareness Week, which runs through Nov. 18, is an effort to minimize the impact … IRS highlights International Fraud Awareness Week; taxpayers urged to protect against scams, schemes

George Santos faces new motion to expel him from Congress

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Rep. George Santos will face a third vote to oust him from Congress the week after Thanksgiving as a growing number of lawmakers say they will back a new expulsion motion filed Friday, November 17, a day after the release of a scathing House Ethics Committee report, Newsday reported. Santos (R-Nassau/Queens), in … George Santos faces new motion to expel him from Congress

600 Laid Off US H-1Bs Find Alternative

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Canada is increasingly becoming a sought-after destination for H-1B visa holders affected by layoffs in the US tech sector. The Canadian government launched a three-year open work permit scheme on July 16th, providing a path to employment for up to 10,000 US-based H-1B visa holders. Over 6,000 have already taken advantage of … 600 Laid Off US H-1Bs Find Alternative

IOCUSA establishes Southwest Chapter and appoints Mr. Gurdev Singh Hehar as President

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DALLAS, TX (TIP): In a significant show of solidarity and commitment, the Indian Overseas Congress, USA (IOCUSA) conducted a landmark membership drive at the ‘Our Place Indian Cuisine’ in Dallas, Texas. The event, characterized by spirited discussions, united prominent community leaders and political figures in their vision for a stronger, more inclusive Indian community. The … IOCUSA establishes Southwest Chapter and appoints Mr. Gurdev Singh Hehar as President

Sikhs take out an Impressive Parade in celebration of Guru Nanak Dev’s 554th Birth Anniversary

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I.S. Saluja RICHMOND HILL, NY (TIP): An impressive Parade (Nagar Kirtan) was taken out by the Sikh community of the Tri-State area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut on November 11 in celebration of the 554th Birth anniversary of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the First Master of the Sikhs. Thousands followed the Guru … Sikhs take out an Impressive Parade in celebration of Guru Nanak Dev’s 554th Birth Anniversary

New York State Governor Hochul signs legislation making Diwali a holiday in NYC public schools

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Says “New York City is rich in different religions and cultures, and we’re taking an important step to recognize and celebrate this diversity in the school calendar,” FLUSHING, NY (TIP): In a historic move, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation making Diwali a school holiday for New York City public schools. “New York … New York State Governor Hochul signs legislation making Diwali a holiday in NYC public schools

Super Sunday: Determined India, formidable Aussies

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AHMEDABAD (TIP): Pat Cummins, the Australian captain, wishes to silence the crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium in the final of the World Cup on Sunday, November 19. If any team can silence 1.3 lakh people in the world’s biggest stadium, it’s Australia. Silences have been few and far between, however, during India’s campaign — … Super Sunday: Determined India, formidable Aussies

As Gaza war rages, waiting for the other shoe to drop

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With the Israel-Hamas war dragging on, the world wonders how big a crater it would cause on global geopolitics and the economy India needs to be on its toes watching the Israel-Hamas conflict, which could do considerable harm given our huge exposure to West Asia. Resultant high oil prices would be bad for our economy. … As Gaza war rages, waiting for the other shoe to drop

Hitting below the belt in poll season

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Central investigation agencies and Governors being used to weaken the Opposition’s will to fight “The BJP was touted as the ‘party with a difference’. We thought it signified better governance, but instead we got the electoral bonds to finance political parties in place of the crossed cheques that electoral trusts established by corporates would issue … Hitting below the belt in poll season

Shame isn’t working. George Santos must go

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Shame is not in the Santos lexicon. At this stage, the dangerous precedent would be set by allowing him to remain Rep. George Santos has had all the process he is due – and all the donor-financed Botox he deserves. With the release by the House Ethics Committee of a damning report that offered new … Shame isn’t working. George Santos must go

Congress will usher in a Golden Telangana and fulfil the aspiration of the people

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The 2023 Telangana Legislative Assembly election is scheduled to be held on 30 November 2023 to elect all 119 members of the state’s Legislative Assembly. The results will be declared on 3 December 2023. Congress is committed to the cause of women, the marginalized and the minorities. It has always ensured that the dalits, SC … Congress will usher in a Golden Telangana and fulfil the aspiration of the people

Bridge to nowhere: On India’s voice, Israel and the Palestinian cause

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India should be forceful in articulating its position on Gaza Two weeks after abstaining from a UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that called for a ceasefire in the Israeli strikes on Gaza, India voted in favor of five of six annual draft resolutions at the UNGA’s Fourth Committee that criticized Israel for increasing settlements in … Bridge to nowhere: On India’s voice, Israel and the Palestinian cause

Biden-Xi summit

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Thaw in bilateral ties is welcome The four-hour-long meeting between US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco marks a much-needed thaw in relations between the world’s most powerful nations. During their first in-person interaction in more than a year, they … Biden-Xi summit

Thanksgiving Day

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Thanksgiving Day is annual national holiday in the United States and Canada celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year. This year, the day falls on Thursday, November 23. Americans generally believe that their Thanksgiving is modeled on a 1621 harvest feast shared by the English colonists (Pilgrims) of Plymouth and the Wampanoag … Thanksgiving Day

FINALISTS COMPETE FOR COVETED SASSY AWARDS

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By Mabel Pais As part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival (November 3-19), and closing the Fest, the top five finalists of the 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition will compete for coveted prizes. The top five finalists are Daryann Dean (Los Angeles, CA), Bianca Love (New Orleans, LA), Tyreek McDole (St. … FINALISTS COMPETE FOR COVETED SASSY AWARDS

HOLIDAY CLASSIC TRADITIONS STAY WITH NJS IN NJ

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By Mabel Pais SYMPHONY CONCERT WITH JOSHUA BELL Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell joins the New Jersey Symphony in concert in a program featuring Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4. The world-renowned artist will not only play the solo violin in the incredibly virtuosic violin concerto but will also lead the orchestra from … HOLIDAY CLASSIC TRADITIONS STAY WITH NJS IN NJ

Weekly Horoscope-November 20 to 26, 2023

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 Aries Ganesha says this week you will be very busy with household work. Married people will now be able to get out of the problems of family life a little and heave a sigh of relief. People living a love life will experience some problems. There may be some distance between you and your family, … Weekly Horoscope-November 20 to 26, 2023

Birthday Horoscope-November 20 to November 26

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November 20 Ganesha says today might be a good day for you to create new contacts that will benefit your career. Additionally, you would experience unexpected career advancements. If you go out and participate in clubs and other social activities, you would be quite successful socially. Compared to the previous several years, your income would … Birthday Horoscope-November 20 to November 26

Virat Kohli slams historic 50th ODI ton in IND vs NZ World Cup semis, shatters Sachin’s twin world records

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Ending his semi-final curse at the grandest stage on Wednesday, Nov 15, run machine Virat Kohli played a masterful knock against Kane Williamson’s New Zealand to surpass his idol Sachin Tendulkar at the famous Wankhede Stadium. Continuing his sublime run in the 2023 World Cup, Kohli shattered Tendulkar’s triple records in a single innings during … Virat Kohli slams historic 50th ODI ton in IND vs NZ World Cup semis, shatters Sachin’s twin world records

It’s India Vs Australia in the final

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Kolkata (TIP)- Australia overcame a spirited challenge from South Africa by three wickets in the second semifinal of the World Cup here on Thursday, November 16, to set up a title clash with hosts India. The final will be played in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Nov 19, . David Miller struck a 116-ball 101 and lifted … It’s India Vs Australia in the final

10/10 Men in Blue Stay Unbeaten

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Mumbai: Making the big stage his own, Virat Kohli added more lustre to his larger than life persona with a historic 50th ODI century that extended India’s bullish World Cup run to the title clash even as New Zealand threatened to spoil the home team’s party with a lion-hearted fight, here Wednesday, Nov 15. The … 10/10 Men in Blue Stay Unbeaten

Mussoorie: The queen of hill stations

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Mussoorie is one of the most popular hill stations located at a distance of 290 km from Delhi in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand. With a backdrop of the Shivalik range of Himalayas and doon valley, Mussoorie, also known as Queen of The Hills, stands at an altitude of 7000 feet above sea level. With … Mussoorie: The queen of hill stations

Chhath Puja or Surya Shashthi

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Chhath is an ancient Hindu Vedic festival which is historically celebrated in Bihar-Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and India’s eastern Uttar Pradesh and Nepal in the most elaborate form. This festival is celebrated mainly in Bihar- Jharkhand. But it is also prevalent in areas where the presence of people of Bihar-Jharkhand is present. This festival is celebrated not … Chhath Puja or Surya Shashthi

India’s exports rise 6.21 pc to $33.57 billion in Oct; trade deficit widens to $31.36 billion

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New Delhi (TIP)- India’s merchandise exports rose 6.21 per cent to USD 33.57 billion in October this year, even as the trade deficit touched a record high of USD 31.46 billion during the month, government data showed on November 15. Imports increased by 12.3 per cent to USD 65.03 billion in the month under consideration … India’s exports rise 6.21 pc to $33.57 billion in Oct; trade deficit widens to $31.36 billion

China’s Alibaba scraps cloud unit spin-off citing US chip curbs

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Beijing (TIP)- Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba said Thursday, November 16, it was cancelling a planned cloud service spinoff announced this year over US chip restrictions, as it reported results for the third quarter of 2023 that were in line with market expectations. The company saw a 9 percent year-on-year increase in Q3 revenue, it said … China’s Alibaba scraps cloud unit spin-off citing US chip curbs

‘Sahara matter will continue even after Subrata Roy’s death’: Sebi chief

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Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch on Thursday, November 16, said the Sahara matter will continue for the capital markets regulator even after the death of the group’s founder Subrata Roy. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a Ficci event, Buch said for Sebi, the matter was about an entity’s conduct and it will continue … ‘Sahara matter will continue even after Subrata Roy’s death’: Sebi chief