WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The arraignment of former President Donald J. Trump was presided over by Indian American Magistrate Judge Moxila A. Upadhyaya, who was born in Gujarat and grew up in suburban Kansas City, Missouri. A journalist by training — she holds a Bachelor of Journalism, magna cum laude, from the Missouri School of Journalism … Indian American judge Moxila A. Upadhyaya presided over Trump arraignment
Rejani Raveendran’s longshot entry would indeed add a new face to the race WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Rejani Raveendran, a 40-year-old India-born college student, has announced her bid for Senate in the US state of Wisconsin, becoming the first Republican to officially contest against Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin. Raveendran, chair of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point … India-born college student will be first Republican to challenge Democrat Baldwin for Senate in 2024
Cancels admission at eleventh hour, citing rush TORONTO (TIP): An “abrupt decision” taken by Canada’s Northern College, Scarborough campus, has thrown the plans of numerous Indian students, many of whom hail from Punjab, into disarray. Just a month before the anticipated September session, the college cancelled admissions, leaving the students in limbo. They had already … Canadian college ‘shatters’ Punjab students’ dreams
The rioting in Nuh and Gurugram reflects badly on the state government and the police force “The rioting in Nuh and Gurugram in Haryana reflects badly on the state government and its police force. Why has Monu Manesar, a notorious Bajrang Dal activist accused of kidnapping two Muslim cattle traders from Rajasthan in February and … The dilemma of double-engine governments
The 18th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit in New Delhi will be a culmination of all the G20 processes and meetings held throughout the year among ministers, senior officials, and civil societies. On 1 December 2022, India assumed the Presidency of the Group of 20 (G-20). The G-20 represents 19 major economies and … The G-20 Summit in India
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once … Freedom is fragile unless fiercely defended!
“Fraternity means a sense of common brotherhood of all Indians-of Indians being one people. It is the principle which gives unity and solidarity to social life” – and said what this means is that “if you attack the dignity of an individual – whether on the pretext of their ethnicity or language, religion or caste, … This is no longer my India that was the birthplace of my Religion & my Ancestors
Indian philosophy professes 200% life – full exploration and full flowering of the inner and outer worlds. India is on the path to development with alacrity since independence. But at this juncture, it will be worthwhile to point out that what kept India backward for a thousand years was not just foreign rule, but also … For faster development of India, discard the other-worldly humbug
India should explore opportunities and exert its position and influence for global good: Climate change, human rights and freedom of the press, national and regional security, peaceful resolution of conflicts, space exploration and skillful use of technology to advance medical solutions to diseases and vaccinations. Moreover, India should secure its rightful position as a permanent … SALUTE to INDIA on its 77th INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY
As Indian Americans celebrate the 77th Independence Day of India with parades and festivities, my thoughts go back to the days when India was struggling for freedom under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, who the world recognizes as an apostle of peace and non-violence. Throughout my life, I have admired the great freedom fighters who … Thoughts on the 77th Independence Day of India
Often misused against activists and journalists, the archaic sedition law is all set to become history. Union Home Minister Amit Shah — who introduced three Bills in the Lok Sabha on Friday to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Criminal Procedure Code and the Indian Evidence Act — announced that the sedition law had … Repealing sedition law: Move welcome, but substitute shouldn’t be draconian
The idea of inflicting collective punishment on the Muslim community soon after any riot or communal disturbance seems to be an ingrained part of governance in Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled States. The use of excavators to demolish houses, shops and other establishments has now spread to Haryana, after it was practiced with impunity in Madhya Pradesh, … Communal punishment: On riots and demolitions
Aries Ganesha says, due to a handful of surprises lucky events, you will have a good week. On that week, the wait would have been definitely worth it. Kindly refrain from disparaging anyone this week. This week, you will have to make a quick trip someplace, which can be difficult for you. Ensure that you do not … Weekly Horoscope- August 7, 2023 to August 13, 2023
August 7 Ganesha says you may find yourself in a scenario today that necessitates rapid thought and immediate action. Don’t be discouraged if an unexpected problem arises in your professional life. Your inherent leadership talents will shine through, guiding your team to a solution. Trust your instincts and don’t be afraid to take the initiative. … Birthday Horoscope-August 7 to August 13
On August 9, 81 years ago — on August 9, 1942 — the people of India launched the decisive final phase of the struggle for independence. It was a mass upsurge against colonial rule on a scale not seen earlier, and it sent out the unmistakable message that the sun was about to set on … Quit India Movement Day
4th August 1982 Gurbakash Singh tried to hijack Indian Airline plane to Lahore. 1982 Dharam Yudh morcha to seek Sikh demands was launched by Akali Dal. Additionally, the morcha initiated by Jarnail Singh Bhindrawalae, for release of Amrik Singh was also included in this. 1987 A convention was held in Amritsar. Despite risk to their … Sikh History This Week- august 4, 2023, to august 10, 2023
04 AUGUST 1956 Apsara, the country’s first nuclear research reactor, started. 1967 Construction of Nagarjunasagar, the world’s longest masonry dam. 2008 The government gave Navratna status to the Shipping Corporation of India. 1929 Actor, singer, director Kishore Kumar was born. 05 AUGUST 1991 Justice Leela Seth became the first Indian woman to become the Chief … India in history this Week- August 4, 2023, to August 10, 2023
By Mabel Pais SHAKTI IS BACK! ‘Shakti’, the revolutionary world music ensemble continues to discover and explore the musical common ground bridging East and West on an extensive U.S. tour in 2023. This follows the Summer 2023 release of ‘This Moment,’ their first new studio album in 46 years. ‘Shakti’ on its US tour makes … ‘SHAKTI’ MUSIC ENSEMBLE GRACES NEW JERSEY ON ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
By Mabel Pais Performances by Aliyah Banerjee & Shashank Iswara (TX), Taraana, NYC Premiere Samanvita Kasthuri (MO), Krtaghna, NYC Premiere August 15, 2023 at Rockefeller Park, India Independence Day Rudrakshya Foundation (India) Durgesh Gangani (India), The Legacy And more Battery Dance celebrates the 42nd Anniversary of its free summer festival from August 12-18, 2023, … CELEBRATE INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE & MORE WITH BATTERY DANCE NYC
By Mabel Pais The Oscar® Qualifying HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL presents its 19th Annual Edition. HollyShorts screenings take place from August 10-20 at TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theatres, 6801 Hollywood Blvd. 3rd Level, Hollywood, CA, 90028, followed by the annual awards gala on August 20th. This year the documentary shorts race at HollyShorts has heated … OSCAR-QUALIFYING HOLLYSHORTS FILM FEST IS HERE AGAIN
Popularly known as the ‘Coffee Land of Karnataka’, Chikmagalur is situated in the foothills of the Mullayangiri Range and is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Karnataka. Chikmagalur has a perpetual fragrance of coffee lingering in the air with it plenty of coffee plantations. Famous for its tall mountains, lush green forests and … Chikmagalur: The coffee land of Karnataka
Lord Kartikeya, also popularly known as Murugan and Skanda, is a Hindu god of war. He is the eldest son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and the brother of Lord Ganesha. Lord Murugan is the knight of the gods and is one of the greatest warriors among the gods. His worship is popular in … Lord Kartikeya – The God of War
Chennai (TIP)- Drag-flickers Harmanpreet Singh and Varun Kumar scored a brace each as India began their campaign at the Asian Champions Trophy with a 7-2 win against China here on August 3. Seven of the goals in the game came from penalty corners, with world No. 4 India converting six of their nine and China … Harmanpreet, Varun score braces as India hammer China 7-2 in opener
Tarouba (TIP)- N Tilak Varma looked very much at home on his international debut before India made a mess of a modest run-chase to lose the opening T20I of their five-match series against West Indies by four runs here on August 3. Rovman Powell (48 off 32) played a captain’s knock to take West Indies … Debutant Tilak Varma’s knock in vain as India lose opening T20I
Lionel Messi scored in his third straight game and had his second consecutive multi-goal performance for Inter Miami after the start of the Leagues Cup contest against Orlando City on Wednesday, Aug 2, night was delayed 95 minutes because of thunderstorms. Messi scored seven minutes into the match then added a second strike in the … Messi taking MLS by storm
A Delhi Court on Thursday, Aug 3, issued a summons to Olympic bronze medallist wrestler Bajrang Punia in a criminal defamation case filed by wrestling coach Naresh Dahiya. “I am of the prima facie view that all the ingredients of defamation are made out…..In view of the same, let accused, namely, Bajrang Punia be summoned … Bajrang Punia summoned in defamation case
New Delhi (TIP)- The finance ministry has said that the top 50 wilful defaulters, which include companies like fugitive Mehul Choksi’s Gitanjali Gems Limited, and Era Infra Engineering Limited, REI Agro Limited, and ABG Shipyard Limited, among others collectively owe a staggering amount of Rsc 87,295 crore to various banks and financial institutions. Minister of … Top 50 wilful defaulters owe over Rs 87,000 crore to banks; Mehul Choksi leads list
Washington (TIP)- The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week, while layoffs dropped to an 11-month low in July as labor market conditions remain tight. The labor market has largely weathered 525 basis points in interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve since March 2022, and likely delivered another … US labor market still strong; worker productivity rebounds
The government on Thursday , August 3, imposed import restrictions on laptops, tablets, all-in-one personal computers, ultra small form factor computers, and servers with immediate effect. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in a notification said exemption from import licensing is provided up to 20 items per consignment for R&D, testing, benchmarking and evaluation, … India restricts import of laptop, tablets, computers
India can become a USD 6.7 trillion economy by 2031, from USD 3.4 trillion currently, if the country clocks an average growth of 6.7 per cent for 7 years, an S&P Global report said on Thursday, August 3. India had clocked a 7.2 per cent GDP growth in 2022-23 fiscal. But a global slowdown and … India can become USD 6.7 trillion economy by 2031: S&P Global