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Moody’s downgrades US banks, warns of possible cuts to others
New York (TIP)- Moody’s cut credit ratings of several small to mid-sized U.S. banks on Monday and said it may downgrade some of the nation’s biggest lenders, warning that the sector’s credit strength will likely be tested by funding risks and weaker profitability. Moody’s cut the ratings of 10 banks by one notch and placed … Moody’s downgrades US banks, warns of possible cuts to others
‘Maharajah’ gets makeover, Air India’s new logo unveiled
New Delhi (TIP)- Air India on Thursday, August 10, unveiled a new brand identity and aircraft livery as the airline moves ahead with its transformation plan since being taken over by Tata Group more than one-and-a-half years ago. The new look re-imagines the iconic Indian window shape, historically used by Air India, into a gold … ‘Maharajah’ gets makeover, Air India’s new logo unveiled
At Rs 5.84 lakh crore, net direct tax kitty up 17%
Net direct tax collection swelled 17.33% to Rs 5.84 lakh crore up to August 10 this fiscal, reaching 32% of the full-year Budget Estimates (BE). The Income Tax department in a statement said the collection from direct taxes, which include personal income tax and corporate tax, up to August 10, 2023, continue to register “steady … At Rs 5.84 lakh crore, net direct tax kitty up 17%
Factory output growth dips to 3-month low of 3.7% in June
India’s industrial production growth declined to a three-month low of 3.7% in June mainly due to poor showing by the manufacturing sector, according to the official data released on Friday, Augusr 11. The factory output growth measured in terms of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) stood at 12.6% in June 2022 on account of … Factory output growth dips to 3-month low of 3.7% in June
WhatsApp rolling out admin review feature for group chats on Android beta
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is rolling out an admin review feature for group chats on Android beta. The new option will be available within the group settings screen for group admins, reports WABetaInfo. Once this option is enabled, everyone in the group chat will be able to report messages shared in the conversation to the … WhatsApp rolling out admin review feature for group chats on Android beta
ISRO successfully conducts another test for its first manned mission – Gaganyaan
ISRO has successfully conducted a series of tests on drogue parachutes, which would play a pivotal role in stabilising the crew module and reducing its velocity to a safe level during re-entry in the planned Gaganyaan human space flight mission. The Gaganyaan mission hopes to safely transport astronauts to Space and back. Drogue parachutes are … ISRO successfully conducts another test for its first manned mission – Gaganyaan
Google News expands to include Punjabi, Gujarati as additional languages
Google India has announced two significant developments to augment their ongoing efforts to support the Indian language news ecosystem and expand the Indian language web more broadly. Google News will now be expanding to include two additional Indian languages: Gujarati and Punjabi. These new languages will be available in the coming weeks, bringing the total … Google News expands to include Punjabi, Gujarati as additional languages
At least 385 deported Ukraine children returned from Russia: NGO
VIENNA (TIP): At least 385 Ukrainian children deported to Russia have been returned home, an Austria-based international charity involved in some of the repatriations confirmed on August 11. According to Kyiv, more than 19,000 Ukrainian children have been deported to Russia since the February 2022 invasion, with many allegedly placed in institutions and foster homes. … At least 385 deported Ukraine children returned from Russia: NGO
Tensions rise as West African nations prepare to send troops to restore democracy in Niger
NIAMEY (TIP): Tensions are escalating between Niger’s new military regime and the West African regional bloc that has ordered the deployment of troops to restore Niger’s flailing democracy. The ECOWAS bloc said on August 10 it had directed a “standby force” to restore constitutional order in Niger after its Sunday deadline to reinstate ousted President … Tensions rise as West African nations prepare to send troops to restore democracy in Niger
More evacuations considered in Norway where the level of swollen rivers continues to rise
COPENHAGEN (TIP): More evacuations were being considered on August 11 in southeastern Norway, where the level of water in swollen rivers and lakes continued to grow after days of torrential rain. Huge amounts of water, littered with broken trees, debris and trash, were thundering down the usually serene rivers. It flooded abandoned houses, left cars … More evacuations considered in Norway where the level of swollen rivers continues to rise
At least 385 deported Ukraine children returned from Russia: NGO
VIENNA (TIP): At least 385 Ukrainian children deported to Russia have been returned home, an Austria-based international charity involved in some of the repatriations confirmed on August 11. According to Kyiv, more than 19,000 Ukrainian children have been deported to Russia since the February 2022 invasion, with many allegedly placed in institutions and foster homes. … At least 385 deported Ukraine children returned from Russia: NGO
Gunmen ambush a bus carrying Syrian soldiers, killing 20 in the country’s east
BEIRUT (tip): Gunmen have ambushed a bus carrying Syrian soldiers in the country’s east, killing at least 20 and wounding others, opposition activists said on August 11. The Thursday night attack was believed to be carried out by members of the Islamic State group whose sleeper cells in parts of Syria still carry deadly attacks … Gunmen ambush a bus carrying Syrian soldiers, killing 20 in the country’s east
Severe floods in China’s northern province killed 29 and caused tens of billions of economic losses
BEIJING (TIP): Severe floods in China’s northern province of Hebei brought by remnants of Typhoon Doksuri this month killed at least 29 people and caused billions of dollars in economic losses, its provincial government said on August 11. Official news agency Xinhua reported that rescue crews were still searching for 16 missing people as of … Severe floods in China’s northern province killed 29 and caused tens of billions of economic losses
Greece launches a rescue effort for scores of migrants on a stranded yacht
ATHENS, Greece (TIP) — A rescue operation is underway to assist more than 100 migrants believed to be on board a stranded yacht off the southern coast of Greece, authorities said on August 11. Four civilian vessels were ordered to provide assistance while three coast guard boats were heading to the area, south of the … Greece launches a rescue effort for scores of migrants on a stranded yacht
“My aim is to promote Indian culture”: Purnima Desai
By Prof. Indrajit S Saluja Purnima Desai is synonymous with Indian classical dance and music. Through her cultural centers-Shikshayatan and Sriniketan, she has been providing education in Indian culture and Sanskrit and Hindi languages for about 4 decades in New York. More recently, she has been organizing cultural events through Sriniketan, and promotion of Sanskrit … “My aim is to promote Indian culture”: Purnima Desai
Sriniketan Foundation organizes Sangeet Mahotsav
FLUSHING , NY (TIP): Sriniketan Foundation organized a Sangeet Mahotsav on June 25, 2003 at the Community Center in Flushing . Internationally renowned artist Rosy Dutta sang Raag Kedar – Chhota khayal Kedar, Tarana and also Kajri. Another great artist Biplab Mookherjee sang Raag and Tarana in Maru- Behag, and Meera bhajan in Raag Kakasree. … Sriniketan Foundation organizes Sangeet Mahotsav
Shyam Gajwani is installed as Long Island Indo American Lions Club President
GLEN COVE, NY (TIP): Long Island Indo-American Lions Club hosted its Installation Ceremony on Sunday, July 30th 2023 at Metropolitan, Glen Cove, NY. The Club has accomplished numerous charitable projects and activities throughout the past years, under the leadership of Founder President Indu Gajwani& Immediate Past President Dr. Sunil Mehra. Itwas the time to handover … Shyam Gajwani is installed as Long Island Indo American Lions Club President
NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS LEADERS FROM BROOKLYN AND THE BRONX NAMED TO CITY & STATE NEW YORK’S ANNUAL POWER LISTS
NEW YORK (TIP): NYC Health + Hospitals announced August 1, that five of its hospital CEOs and the Associate Director of Public Relations at Jacobi Hospital were named to City & State New York’s “Bronx Power 100” and “Brooklyn Power 100” lists. Each one is recognized for being key members of their community, providing New … NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS LEADERS FROM BROOKLYN AND THE BRONX NAMED TO CITY & STATE NEW YORK’S ANNUAL POWER LISTS
Legislator Kevan Abrahams Celebrates ‘National Night Out’ at Cornelius Court Elementary School in Uniondale
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) partnered with the Uniondale Fire District, Uniondale School District, Glory House Recovery, Inc., and the Nassau County Police Department to celebrate 40 years of National Night Out with an event on Tuesday, August 1 at the Cornelius Court Elementary School in Uniondale. National … Legislator Kevan Abrahams Celebrates ‘National Night Out’ at Cornelius Court Elementary School in Uniondale
Legislator Arnold W. Drucker, Community Partners Celebrate National Night Out at Mid Island Y JCC in Plainview
PLAINVIEW, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined forces with the Mid Island Y JCC, the Nassau County Police Department and an array of community stakeholders to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1 – an event that drew hundreds to the Plainview community hub. Held in thousands of communities … Legislator Arnold W. Drucker, Community Partners Celebrate National Night Out at Mid Island Y JCC in Plainview
A Clarion Call to Elevate Nassau’s Alzheimer’s Response
A first-of-its-kind nationwide study by the Alzheimer’s Association revealed that approximately one-eighth of the senior citizens residing in Nassau County are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease. This distressing revelation illustrates that our county is among the localities most heavily impacted by a horrific and heartbreaking disease that robs its victims of their memory and cognition. I … A Clarion Call to Elevate Nassau’s Alzheimer’s Response
Shafa’at Ali Siddiqui – The Golden Voice of Radio
Shafa’at Ali Siddiqui is a name synonymous with the grand voice at the Lucknow Station of All India Radio for over four decades. He started his career in British India and grew with the station through its journey of success and the transformation phases of technological advances. Those were the days when information was ethical … Shafa’at Ali Siddiqui – The Golden Voice of Radio
Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb threat: French police
PARIS (TIP): The Eiffel Tower in Paris, among the most visited tourist sites in the world, was closed to the public on Saturday, August 12, after being evacuated as a precautionary measure following a bomb threat, a French police source said. Le Parisien said Bomb disposals experts were dispatched there. It is a developing story.
India has zero-tolerance policy against corruption: PM Modi at G-20 meeting
Says highest impact of corruption is borne by poor, marginalized NEW DELHI (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, August 12, said the highest impact of corruption is borne by the poor and the marginalized and asserted it (corruption) affects resource utilization, distorts markets, impacts service delivery and ultimately diminishes people’s quality of life. Addressing … India has zero-tolerance policy against corruption: PM Modi at G-20 meeting
Judge warns Trump against ‘inflammatory’ remarks before trial
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A federal judge has warned former US President Donald Trump against making “inflammatory” statements which could taint the jury pool ahead of his trial for conspiring to overturn the result of the 2020 election. But Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that Mr Trump can publicly share some of the non-sensitive evidence which prosecutors … Judge warns Trump against ‘inflammatory’ remarks before trial