WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., who has been leading the charge in forcing the release of the Epstein files, said today, February 19, that he will take Haley Robson, a survivor of Epstein’s abuse, as his guest to the State of the Union address next week. “Haley’s courageous fight is proof that this … Ro Khanna plans to take an Epstein survivor to the State of the Union
The Department of Homeland Security says in a memo that refugees applying for green cards must return to federal custody one year after they were admitted to the U. MINNEAPOLIS (TIP): The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new order that could lead to the arrest of tens of thousands of refugees who are lawfully … New Trump administration order could lead to the detention of thousands of legal refugees
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Trump administration has unveiled sweeping new federal regulations that significantly narrow eligibility for foreign nationals seeking to obtain Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) in the US, marking one of the most restrictive overhauls of the program in recent years Under the revised framework, only foreign nationals holding H-2A (temporary agricultural worker), H-2B … Good English skills made top priority for US truck drivers after recent highway accidents
Why, despite the avalanche of revelations, has there been so little visible accountability in the United States compared to developments abroad? The Epstein saga is not about prurient intrigue. It is about structural credibility. It asks whether wealth and power confer effective immunity. It asks whether institutions still possess the will to confront entrenched influence. … The Epstein Files and the Erosion of Trust
Iran, held in Muscat, Oman on 6 February, and in Geneva on February 17, have been described by both sides as “constructive” but military tensions between the two remain high The indirect talks between the United States and Iran, held in Muscat, Oman on 6 February had been described by both sides as “positive” and … Talks or conflict?
NEW DELHI (TIP): UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Friday, February 20, called for utilizing Artificial Intelligence for global good and mitigate challenges being faced by humanity. He urged countries to come together and prepare, protect, and invest in people. Today international cooperation is difficult, trust is strained, and technological rivalry is growing. He made … UN Chief calls for global unity, says science-led governance an accelerator for solutions
NEW DELHI (TIP): The national capital witnessed a significant gathering of global leaders, policymakers and technology experts at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, where discussions centered on shaping Artificial Intelligence to benefit humanity while strengthening international partnerships. At a panel discussion organized by the RUSSOFT Association and Akis Tech, President of RUSSOFT Association, Valentin … World leaders call for trust, balance and stronger global cooperation at AI Impact Summit 2026
WASHINGTON (TIP): President Donald Trump announced Thursday, February 19,2026, at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that nine members of the body have agreed to pledge $7 billion toward a Gaza relief package. Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, UAE, Morocco, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan and Kuwait are the countries that are making pledges, Trump added. “But every … Trump Announces Global Commitment for Gaza Reconstruction
Urges firms to look beyond profits, stresses human-centric approach NEW DELHI (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, February 19, 2026, sought global standards for artificial intelligence and advocated strong ethical commitments as the cornerstone of the world’s AI development and governance architecture. Inaugurating the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, where he later … PM Modi calls for ethical, transparent AI, unveils India’s MANAV vision
LONDON (TIP): British police said late Thursday, February 19, 2026, that Britain’s former Duke of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly, ‘Prince Andrew’) had “been released under investigation” after being arrested and held for hours on suspicion of misconduct while he was a trade envoy, reports AFP. He was arrested and taken into custody early on Thursday … Former Prince Andrew arrested & released; under investigation’ hours after arrest in Epstein row
There is an old Latin phrase from the Book of Ecclesiastes: Vanitas vanitatum, omnia vanitas — “Vanity of vanities; all is vanity.” The author was reflecting on the fleeting nature of earthly glory. He could scarcely have imagined that centuries later, the phrase would find fresh relevance in the political theatre of 21st-century America — … Vanitas Vanitatum
India’s quantum computing ambitions present a study in strategic paradox Amid the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, it’s time to evaluate where India stands in the arena of frontier technologies — artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, robotics, genomics, the Internet of Things and quantum computing, to name a few. China spent $98 billion on … A quantum leap is a distant dream
BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India in Bucharest marked the 77th Republic Day of India with great pride, patriotic fervor, and enthusiastic community participation across Romania, celebrating the enduring spirit of India’s democracy, unity, and progress. As part of the celebrations, Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania, joined the vibrant Indian community … Embassy of India in Romania Celebrates the 77th Republic Day of India with Great Enthusiasm
BUCHAREST (TIP): Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Romania, embarked on a dynamic series of engagements in Cluj-Napoca, Romania’s vibrant innovation hub, to further solidify bilateral cooperation. These interactions spanned industry, higher education, cultural exchange, and community building, reflecting India’s strategic vision for multifaceted partnerships with Romania amid shared goals … Ambassador Mohapatra Strengthens India–Romania Partnerships Through Engagements in Cluj-Napoca Across Industry, Academia, and Community
ADELAIDE (TIP): Two Indian drowned in a river on the NSW Mid North Coast during the Australia Day long weekend. Sachin Khillan and Sahil Batra, both in their 30s, were visiting the Never Never River at John Locke Place in Gleniffer, near Bellingen, with their partners when the incident occurred about 6.45pm on Sunday. According … Two Indian-origin men drown in NSW river on Australia Day weekend
CALGARY (TIP): A couple from Punjab was found dead in a pool of blood under mysterious circumstances at their home in Redstone, a neighborhood in northeast Calgary, Canada. The couple, identified as Ekamveer Singh and his wife Jasmine, belonged to Chaukiman village near Jagraon in Ludhiana. The incident came as a repetition of history in … Indo-Canadian Punjabi couple found dead under mysterious circumstances in Calgary
CHICAGO (TIP): Two noted Indian American physicians — Archana Chatterjee and Beena Peters — are set to lead The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC), a leading non-profit dedicated to advancing health equity. Archana Chatterjee was named as President-Elect and Fellow of IOMC, and Beena Peters as Secretary and Fellow of IOMC, according to a … Two Indian American Women Physicians to lead Institute of Medicine of Chicago
LONDON (TIP): An Indian-origin drug dealer has been jailed for 20 years by a court in north-west England for plotting a range of firearms and drugs offences. Naginder Gill, 47, used the handle ‘indianoceon’ on the encrypted communications platform EncroChat in the plot involving 59-year-old Carl Ian Jones, and 29-year-old Harly Wise. While Jones was … Indian-origin drug dealer, Naginder Gill, using ‘Indianocean’ handle jailed for 20 years in UK
LONDON (TIP): A 57-year-old Indian-origin man appeared in a UK court on Wednesday charged with the murder of a woman at a home in Ilford, east London. Dalip Chadha was arrested at the scene at Applegarth Drive in Ilford in the early hours of Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police said. The victim, believed to be his … Indian-origin 57-year-old man charged with woman’s murder in London
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA (TIP): A 51-year-old man has been charged with multiple counts of murder and assault after police say he shot and killed four relatives, including his wife, during an early-morning shooting at a Lawrenceville home on Friday, an incident that has shaken both the local community and metro Atlanta’s Indian American population. Lawrenceville police … Four Indian American Family Members Killed in Lawrenceville
NEW YORK (TIP): NYC Health + Hospitals announced, January 29, 2026, that NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst Director of Oral and maxillofacial surgery Dr. Maryam Akbari and MetroPlusHealth Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah have been named to City & State New York’s annual “Trailblazers in Health Care” list for 2026. City & State New … 2026 “TRAILBLAZERS IN HEALTHCARE”: CITY & STATE NEW YORK RECOGNIZES TWO LEADERS FROM NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS AND METROPLUSHEALTH
NEW YORK (TIP): Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06) joined 74 of her colleagues in calling on Secretary Marco Rubio and Secretary Kristi Noem to reverse course on their decision to indefinitely halt immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. On January 21, the Trump administration suspended immigrant visa … CAPAC Chair Meng Calls on Trump Administration to Reverse Visa Suspensions for 75 Countries
STAMFORD, CT (TIP): The Connecticut Chapter of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO-CT) officially launched its 20th Anniversary celebrations with a planning meeting held on January 24, 2026, followed by a special program commemorating India’s Republic Day. During the meeting, members outlined plans for a 20th Anniversary Awards Banquet to be held … GOPIO-CT Launches 20th Anniversary Celebrations and Marks India’s Republic Day
TRENTON, NJ (TIP): On January 13, 2026, former Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla was sworn in as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly, representing the 32nd Legislative District. The moment marked a significant chapter in New Jersey’s political history and Sikh representation in the United States. Ravi Bhalla made history by taking his oath … Meet Ravi Bhalla: A Historic Sikh Voice Enters New Jersey Assembly
NEW YORK (TIP): New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 21 other attorneys general in denouncing the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) latest attempt to coerce the state of Minnesota. In a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Attorney General James and the coalition … Attorney General James Leads Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota
CHICAGO, IL (TIP): The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) delivered a masterclass in community organization and cultural celebration this past Sunday, hosting a landmark India’s 77th Republic Day Gala at the Matrix Club. The event, held on January 25, 2026, was a powerful demonstration of unity, patriotism, and high-level collaboration, drawing distinguished guests from across … FIA Sets New Benchmark for Cultural Excellence with Grand Republic Day Gala in Chicagoland
BURLINGTON, MA (TIP): The Foundation of Indian Americans (FIA) – New England celebrated the 77th Republic Day of India with pride and patriotism at the Academy of Creative Arts in Burlington, Massachusetts, honoring India’s freedom fighters and the architects of the Constitution of the Republic of India who laid the foundation of the nation. The … FIA Celebrates 77th Republic Day of India in Burlington, MA, Honoring Freedom, Democracy, and Unity