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Mahua Moitra says experience at Ethics Committee meeting akin to ‘Vastraharan’

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Kolkata (TIP)- Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra accused the Chairman of Parliament’s Ethics Committee of “sordid, unethical and prejudiced” conduct during the hearing in connection with the cash for query allegations against her. In a strongly worded letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Mahua Moitra likened Thursday’s (nOV 2) ethics panel proceeding to “vastraharan” … Mahua Moitra says experience at Ethics Committee meeting akin to ‘Vastraharan’

Nitish blames Congress for INDIA bloc losing steam

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Patna (TIP)- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday , November 2, blamed the Congress’ preoccupation with assembly polls in five states for the INDIA bloc’s inability to build on the momentum it had gained in recent months. Speaking at ‘BJP Hatao Desh Bachao’ rally organised by the Communist Party of India (CPI) in the … Nitish blames Congress for INDIA bloc losing steam

‘Summons politically motivated’: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal skips ED questioning

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New Delhi (TIP)- Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday skipped summons by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the now-scrapped excise policy and flew to poll-bound Madhya Pradesh to address a rally, alleging that the agency was acting at the behest of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to malign his image. Kejriwal was … ‘Summons politically motivated’: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal skips ED questioning

A world of order and stability belongs to the graveyard

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Democracy is the only form of government that privileges the notion of a public realm where citizens can think of ‘what is’ and ‘what should be’ “Politics is not only about elections and ascending to power. It is about agreement and disagreement, and more importantly, about the institutionalization of processes that enable conversations between individuals, … A world of order and stability belongs to the graveyard

Ethics, parliamentary conduct and the Indian MP

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A parliamentary probe against a Member of Parliament is not the same as a judicial probe The Lok Sabha Ethics Committee’s proceedings against the All India Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament (MP) from West Bengal, Mahua Moitra, have resulted in much public debate. A senior MP from the Bharatiya Janata Party, Nishikant Dubey, lodged a … Ethics, parliamentary conduct and the Indian MP

Lost voice: On India’s abstention on the Gaza vote at the UN

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India should have made efforts for a consensus on the Gaza vote at the UN India has explained its decision to abstain at last week’s vote at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) for a ceasefire in the Israel-Palestine conflict as its way of protesting the omission of any “explicit condemnation” of the heinous October 7 … Lost voice: On India’s abstention on the Gaza vote at the UN

The Misuse of Government Agencies in India: A Threat to Democracy

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In recent years, there has been a growing concern over the alleged misuse of government agencies by the Modi government in India. The accusations revolve around the intimidation and implicating of opposition party politicians and governments in false cases, potentially to gain a stronger foothold for the Hindutva ideology. This trend has raised questions about … The Misuse of Government Agencies in India: A Threat to Democracy

The Long Struggle for Palestinian Statehood: Unjust Denial and the Tragedy in Gaza

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The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, the unjust denial of Palestinian statehood, and the tragic loss of innocent lives in Gaza are deeply troubling and require immediate attention. It is crucial to condemn the violence and human suffering that persist in this long-standing conflict while recognizing the legitimate rights and aspirations of both Israelis … The Long Struggle for Palestinian Statehood: Unjust Denial and the Tragedy in Gaza

F.B.I. Raids Home of Eric Adams’s Fund-Raising Chief

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The raid at the home of Brianna Suggs was part of an inquiry into whether foreign money from Turkey was funneled into his campaign. NEW YORK (TIP): Federal prosecutors and the F.B.I. are conducting a broad public corruption investigation into whether Mayor Eric Adams’s 2021 election campaign conspired with the Turkish government to receive illegal … F.B.I. Raids Home of Eric Adams’s Fund-Raising Chief

India defends abstention in UNGA on ceasefire in Gaza

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NEW DELHI / NEW YORK (TIP): The government defended its decision to abstain in a U.N. General Assembly vote on resolution that called for a humanitarian truce and ceasefire in Gaza, saying it did not include “explicit condemnation” of the October 7 terror attacks in Israel. A note circulated by government sources responding to criticism … India defends abstention in UNGA on ceasefire in Gaza

Antony Blinken and Llyod Austin to travel to India for 2 plus 2 ministerial dialogue

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin would be travelling to India for the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue with their Indian counterparts External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi this month, the State Department has said. In a statement issued on Wednesday, , … Antony Blinken and Llyod Austin to travel to India for 2 plus 2 ministerial dialogue

Angelina Jolie slams world leaders, says they are complicit in deaths of thousands in Palestine

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LOS ANGELES (TIP): Angelina Jolie, apart from being an acclaimed Hollywood actress, is also an activist and she has been keeping a close watch on Israel’s ongoing war with Hamas. Taking to her social media, the actress called world leaders complicit in the death of thousands of people in Gaza as they have refused to … Angelina Jolie slams world leaders, says they are complicit in deaths of thousands in Palestine

Indian-origin author Nandini Das wins 2023 British Academy Book Prize

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LONDON (TIP): India-born author Nandini Das has been named the winner of the 2023 British Academy Book Prize for Global Cultural Understanding, a leading international non-fiction prize worth GBP 25,000, for her book ‘Courting India: England, Mughal India and the Origins of Empire’. The UK-based academic’s debut work, described as the “true origin story of … Indian-origin author Nandini Das wins 2023 British Academy Book Prize

Indian Punjabi girl murdered in UK; husband arrested

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CHANDIGARH (TIP): Relatives of Mehak Sharma (19), who was found murdered at her residence in Croydon in South London, have claimed that her husband had repeatedly been threatening her with dire consequences and, on Sunday, he murdered her. Mehak was a resident of Jogi Cheema village in Gurdaspur district of Punjab. She was married to … Indian Punjabi girl murdered in UK; husband arrested

Indian American physician honored by Jewish group for standing against antisemitism

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CHICAGO (TIP): An influential Jewish group has felicitated Indian American physician Dr Bharat Barai for his relentless effort to strengthen ties between India, the US and Israel and his stand against antisemitism. “We stand with you, our Jewish brothers and sisters,” said Dr Bharat Barai, an ardent advocate of the India-Israel relationship who has made … Indian American physician honored by Jewish group for standing against antisemitism

Indian American professor at Stanford Arogyaswami Joseph Paulraj wins Faraday Medal

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LONDON (TIP): The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has awarded the prestigious Faraday Medal to Arogyaswami Joseph Paulraj, an Indian American professor at Stanford University for his contributions to wireless technology. Paulraj was among 11 of the world’s top engineering and technology talent honored by the UK-based multidisciplinary professional engineering institution for services to … Indian American professor at Stanford Arogyaswami Joseph Paulraj wins Faraday Medal

Indian-origin soldier Halel Solomon among Israelis killed in Gaza

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JERUSALEM (TIP): A 20-year-old Indian-origin Israeli soldier was among the Israeli combatants killed while fighting in Gaza, community members and the Mayor of the town said on Wednesday, November1. Staff-Sgt. Halel Solomon was from the southern Israeli town of Dimona. “It is with great sorrow and grief that we announce the death of a son … Indian-origin soldier Halel Solomon among Israelis killed in Gaza

Indian American Dr. Shyam Kottilil gets Kerala Center’s lifetime achievement award

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NEW YORK (TIP): Indian American Kerala Cultural and Civic Center (The Kerala Center) has honored eight individuals for notable contributions in their professions and to society with selfless dedication. Dr. Shyam Kottilil from Baltimore was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions in the field of virology and scientific research by New York Senator Kevin … Indian American Dr. Shyam Kottilil gets Kerala Center’s lifetime achievement award

Indian Origin  Sikh man who murdered his wife in London jailed for 15 years

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LONDON (TIP): A 79-year-old Sikh man has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 15 years after murdering his wife with a bat at their house in east London in May this year. Tarsame Singh was sentenced at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday after he pleaded guilty to killing his 77-year-old wife, Maya … Indian Origin  Sikh man who murdered his wife in London jailed for 15 years

Indian-origin student stabbed at US gym battles for life

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VALPRAISO, INDIANA (TIP):  Varun Raj Pucha, the 24-year-old Indian student who was stabbed at a fitness center in the US state of Indiana over the weekend, continues to be in a critical condition and is on life support, sources familiar with his treatment said. Varun Raj Pucha, a computer science student, was stabbed with a … Indian-origin student stabbed at US gym battles for life

Sikh History This Week- October 27 to November 2

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India in history this Week- October 27 to November 2

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India in history this Week- October 27 to November 2

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Birthday Horoscope- October 30 to November 5

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October 30 Ganesha says as dawn breaks on the 30th, the universe seems to hold its breath, waiting for you to tune into its frequency. The celestial bodies, in their infinite wisdom, suggest a profound day of introspection. This isn’t just about surface-level reflection; it’s about diving into the very core of your being. Perhaps … Birthday Horoscope- October 30 to November 5

 Weekly Horoscope – October 30, 2023 to November 5, 2023 

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Aries Ganesha says, this week, you won’t be allowed to assign responsibilities to others, and if you tried to handle things on your own, your work might be less productive. It’s a terrific week to launch a venture in the leisure and tourism sector. You will have a really tough time in your romantic life. …  Weekly Horoscope – October 30, 2023 to November 5, 2023 

Bishan Bedi, the spin maestro

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Can there be a better tribute to a departed soul than what his immediate near and dear ones – the family – have to say: “Isn’t it in Dad’s character to bowl us over with the ultimate spin ball, one that even we never saw coming? While we are in shock and overcome with grief, … Bishan Bedi, the spin maestro

AMERICA’S LARGEST DOC FEST RETURNS TO NYC

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By Mabel Pais Screening Director DHEERAJ AKOLKAR’s ‘Liv Ullmann – A Road Less Travelled’ Director/Co-Producer VINAY SHUKLA’s ‘While We Watched’ Director/Co-Producer ANDREW NADKARNI’s ‘Between Earth & Sky’ Director/Co-Producer VARUN CHOPRA’s ‘Holy Cowboys’ Director/Co-Producer AMAR WALA’s ‘Witness’ Director/Co-Producer VEENA RAO’s ‘You Can’t Shrink Love’ Director KARLA MURTHY’s ‘Love, Jamie’ Co-Producer AINS PRASAD’s ‘The Orchestra Chuck Built’ … AMERICA’S LARGEST DOC FEST RETURNS TO NYC

Karwa Chauth

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Karwa Chauth is considered to be a very special day in the life of a married woman. It is a one day festival in which married women observe fast from sunrise to moonrise with much fervor and gaiety. The day falls on the fourth day of Kartik month in Hindu calendar, about nine days before … Karwa Chauth

Patnitop: Photographer’s paradise

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Patnitop it is a famous hill station in the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, known for endless meadows and panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Along with the widespread abundance in sceneries, Patnitop is known for activities like skiing and trekking as well as water springs. Patnitop offers adventure activities like … Patnitop: Photographer’s paradise

ICC World Cup : SA all but pip Pakistan out of World Cup with narrow win

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Chennai (TIP)- South Africa took the first giant step towards shedding the eternal chokers tag as they pushed Pakistan towards the World Cup exit door winning a humdinger of a contest by solitary wicket here on Friday, October 27. This is South Africa’s first World Cup win against Pakistan since the 1999 edition while Babar … ICC World Cup : SA all but pip Pakistan out of World Cup with narrow win