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Leaders of European Union’s Mediterranean nations huddle in Malta to discuss migration

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VALLETTA (TIP): The leaders of nine southern European Union countries met in Malta on September 29 to discuss common challenges such as migration, the EU’s management of which has vexed national governments in Europe for years. The nations represented at the one-day huddle included host Malta, France, Greece, Italy, Croatia, Cyprus, Portugal, Slovenia and Spain. … Leaders of European Union’s Mediterranean nations huddle in Malta to discuss migration

NJ SYMPHONY RINGS IN NEW SEASON

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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 ten concerts in five venues throughout New Jersey this October. The 2023–24 season opens on … NJ SYMPHONY RINGS IN NEW SEASON

SPEND AN AFTERNOON WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN?

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By Mabel Pais Itzhak Perlman has established himself as a cultural icon and world’s reigning violin virtuoso, a status rarely offered to a classical musician. A household name in classical music, his performances include everything from ‘Schindler’s List’ to ‘Sesame Street,’ and to even the inauguration of President Obama. ‘An Afternoon with Itzhak Perlman’ is … SPEND AN AFTERNOON WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN?

WHARTON ARTS USHERS IN NEW SEASON

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By Mabel Pais Wharton Arts’ new season presents the first Salon Series concert featuring Tharanga Goonetilleke, soprano, and Ryan Bridge, piano, on Sunday, October 1 at 3:00 p.m. in the Wharton Black Box Theater at 60 Locust Avenue, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922. The 45th Season Opening Concert on Saturday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. … WHARTON ARTS USHERS IN NEW SEASON

Weekly Horoscope- October 2  to October 8, 2023

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Aries Ganesha says your  colleagues and managers will appreciate your effort. Your ability to communicate will be commended. Those who are considering shifting careers should wait till later. Due to divergent viewpoints, there can be minor problems within the household,, but all will be Alright shortly. Love for you will be where it should be … Weekly Horoscope- October 2  to October 8, 2023

Birthday Horoscope- October 2 to October 8

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October 2 Ganesha says Open yourself up to the revitalizing power of rejuvenation. When the stars and planets come into proper alignment, it paves the path for novel insights and unexplored possibilities. Be willing to adapt to unanticipated changes and have faith that doing so will lead to personal development and progression. Your intuition is … Birthday Horoscope- October 2 to October 8

Sikh History This Week- September 29 to October 5, 2023

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India in history this Week- September 29 to October 5, 2023

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India in history this Week- September 29 to October 5, 2023

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Pitru Paksha: Fortnight of the ancestors

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Pitru Paksha has a special significance in Hinduism. On the days of Shradh, in Hinduism, our ancestors are remembered and their gratitude is expressed. In Hindu religion, if the Pitrus is satisfied, then he blesses his family, due to which happiness, opulence and peace remain in the family. In Hindu religion, one must do Shradh … Pitru Paksha: Fortnight of the ancestors

Mahabaleshwar: Hill station in the Western Ghats

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Enter Mahabaleshwar and you’re welcomed with a sight of the soaring peaks and breathtaking valleys. The cool crisp mountain air makes this hill station a great escape from humdrum of Mumbai’s daily life. Catch a boat at the lake or simply spend the afternoon gorging on strawberries. Here’s a list of must-do Mahabaleshwar experiences. VENNA … Mahabaleshwar: Hill station in the Western Ghats

Widespread flooding impacts New York City, Long Island, Tri-state region

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NEW YORK (TIP): Life-threatening flash flooding pummeled the New York City area Friday, September 29, as remnants of Tropical Storm Ophelia lashed the already heavily saturated region with several inches of rain in mere hours. All of New York City’s five boroughs were placed under Flash Flood Warnings on Friday, as torrential rains flooded streets … Widespread flooding impacts New York City, Long Island, Tri-state region

IMPORTANCE OF COLONOSCOPY

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Why is it important to schedule your next colonoscopy if you are in your late fourth decade. Colon cancer is one of the most common and preventable cancers if detected at an early stage. The incidence of this increases with age. Approximately the incidence is 15-30% by age 50 years. Colonoscopy is the best method … IMPORTANCE OF COLONOSCOPY

West Windsor Arts to Present an Evening of Traditional Indian Dance with Shivani Badgi

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Saturday, October 14, 2023, 6 to 9 pm PRINCETON JUNCTION, N.J (TIP): West Windsor Arts is hosting a special solo dance performance by Shivani Badgi, an Indian American dancer, teacher and choreographer. Badgi will perform Nritya Mehfil, a traditional Kathak dance that originated in northern India hundreds of years ago. Kathak is derived from the … West Windsor Arts to Present an Evening of Traditional Indian Dance with Shivani Badgi

Two Indian-origin firms among Earthshot Prize 2023 finalists

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP) : Two firms founded by persons of Indian origin figure among the Earthshot Prize’s third class of 15 global innovators, entrepreneurs, community leaders and activists working to find cutting-edge solutions to climate change. Each of the finalists will be in the running to receive one of the five £1 million prizes awarded … Two Indian-origin firms among Earthshot Prize 2023 finalists

Indian American candidate Taral Patel targeted with racist messages on social media

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AUSTIN, TX (TIP): Taral Patel, an Indian American policy expert, who is running for Fort Bend County Commissioner in Texas, says he has received racist and xenophobic messages on social media. Patel, 29, a Democrat running from Precinct 3, shared a photo in a news release of some of the messages he’s received online. Some … Indian American candidate Taral Patel targeted with racist messages on social media

Indian American Knoxville City Council member Seema Singh running for Tennessee House

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KNOXVILLE (TIP): Seema Singh, an Indian American member of Knoxville City Council, has announced she will run as a Democrat to represent District 90, on the north side of Knoxville, in the Tennessee House of Representatives. That seat is currently held by Rep Gloria Johnson, a fellow Democrat running for the US Senate seat now … Indian American Knoxville City Council member Seema Singh running for Tennessee House

Congressman Thanedar launches Hindu Buddhist Sikh and Jain American Congressional caucus

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Indian American Congressman Shri Thanedar has announced the formation of a new Congressional caucus aimed at protecting the interests of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. To be formally launched on Friday,, September 29, the Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain (HBSJ) American Congressional caucus is being supported by two dozen lawmakers, Thanedar said … Congressman Thanedar launches Hindu Buddhist Sikh and Jain American Congressional caucus

World Culture Festival to send message of global unity

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Olympic-scale World Culture Festival to be attended by thousands of people from over 100 countries and a gathering of global leaders would send a message of global unity, organizers of the mega event have said. More than 600,000 people have registered for the three-day event beginning at the National Mall here … World Culture Festival to send message of global unity

US Congress recognizes two Indian spiritual leaders for their contributions towards global peace

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US Congress has recognized two Indian spiritual leaders, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and Acharya Lokesh Muni, for their efforts towards global peace and harmony. “With his message of peace and commitment to education and humanitarianism, Gurudev has lived a life dedicated to the betterment of others,” Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi … US Congress recognizes two Indian spiritual leaders for their contributions towards global peace

Ramaswamy wants to end H-1B visa system, says it’s ‘indentured servitude’: Report

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Calling the much sought-after H-1B visa system “indentured servitude”, Indian-American GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has pledged to get rid of it if voted to power in 2024, the Politico reported. Having himself used the system 29 times in the past to hire highly-skilled professionals for his pharma company, Ramaswamy said that … Ramaswamy wants to end H-1B visa system, says it’s ‘indentured servitude’: Report

Arun Ganguly Launches AD Foundation

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Arun Ganguly the New York based financier is to announce the launch of the AD Foundation. The Arup and Dolly Ganguly is private family foundation solely backed by Arun Ganguly himself in remembrance of his parents. Arup Kumar Ganguly passed away at age of 64 in September 2003. In marking the 20th year of his … Arun Ganguly Launches AD Foundation

EAM Jaishankar, US Secretary Blinken discuss global developments amid India-Canada diplomatic row

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): India and the US agreed to continue their cooperation in the areas of defense, space and clean energy as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Secretary of State Antony Blinken here, amid a simmering diplomatic row between India and Canada over the killing of a Khalistani separatist. Jaishankar is currently on a … EAM Jaishankar, US Secretary Blinken discuss global developments amid India-Canada diplomatic row

India talks tough: Sends out stern message to Canada and its allies

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Amid a diplomatic fracas with Canada over the killing of pro-Khalistan terror accused Hardeep Singh Nijjar, India has exhorted the UN member states not to allow ‘political convenience’ to determine responses to terrorism, extremism and violence. Addressing the 78th UN General Assembly session in New York, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar didn’t mince words when … India talks tough: Sends out stern message to Canada and its allies

Manipur burning: Centre, state must go all out to stop violence

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It’s been almost five months since clashes broke out in Manipur during a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ organized by residents of hill districts in protest against the majority Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe status. Ethnic violence has claimed more than 180 lives so far, with the Central and state governments failing miserably in bringing the … Manipur burning: Centre, state must go all out to stop violence

Dr. M.S. Swaminathan: A Legacy of Agricultural Innovation and Humanitarianism

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The world mourns the passing of Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, a pioneering figure in the field of agriculture and a relentless advocate for sustainable development and food security. Dr. Swaminathan’s contributions to agriculture, particularly in the context of India, are immeasurable, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. Born on August 7, 1925, … Dr. M.S. Swaminathan: A Legacy of Agricultural Innovation and Humanitarianism

Hail to the Fraudster in Chief

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And on Tuesday (September 26), Justice Arthur F. Engoron ruled in New York that Trump did, in fact, persistently commit fraud by overvaluing his assets, possibly by as much as $2.2 billion. “Finally, Trump declared on social media that “my Civil Rights have been taken away from me” and that he borrowed money from “sophisticated … Hail to the Fraudster in Chief

Sixteen Indian American middle schoolers in STEM challenge finals

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A total of 16 Indian American youngsters are among 30 finalists in the inaugural Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge (Thermo Fisher JIC), the nation’s premier middle school science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) competition. The 30 finalists were selected by a nationwide panel of scientists, engineers and educators from a pool … Sixteen Indian American middle schoolers in STEM challenge finals

Indian-origin man from London campaigns for patients’ rights after son’s death

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LONDON (TIP): An Indian-origin man from London who lost his son due to what he terms as a “cascade of errors” by medics has launched a new charity foundation to campaign for the rights of patients. Jay Patel registered Patients Lives Matter earlier this month after his 30-year-old son, Balram, died due to “failures” in … Indian-origin man from London campaigns for patients’ rights after son’s death

Indian-origin eight-year-old girl receives UK’s first kidney transplant without need for lifelong drugs

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LONDON (TIP): An eight-year-old Indian-origin girl was on Friday, September 22, declared the first person in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) history to have a transplant without the need for lifelong drugs after medics reprogrammed her immune system. Aditi Shankar, suffering from a rare genetic condition, received a stem cell transplant using bone marrow … Indian-origin eight-year-old girl receives UK’s first kidney transplant without need for lifelong drugs