Jennifer Aniston celebrated her friend Sandra Bullock’s 59th birthday on Wednesday by inviting her over to her Bel Air home for some baking fun. Aniston shared a video on her Instagram Story of Bullock and another close pal, Will & Grace star Sean Hayes, making chocolate pumpkin brownies from Lil Luna in her spacious mid-century … Jennifer Aniston throws baking bash for Sandra Bullock’s 59th birthday
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey has been cleared of all charges after a four-week trial in London on claims of sexual assault. The Hollywood star, 64, had tears in his eyes as the jury at Southwark Crown Court found him not guilty of seven counts of sexual assault and two counts of other serious sexual offenses. … Kevin Spacey cleared of sexual assault charges
Tom Brady seems to have found his partner after his split from Gisele Bündchen in October 2022. On Saturday, Brady and Irina Shayk had an apparent sleepover at his house. The rumoured couple were photographed showing PDA, by Page Six. An eyewitness informed Page Six that Brady picked Shayk on Friday afternoon from the Hotel … Tom Brady and Irina Shayk spark dating rumors
New Delhi (TIP)– For all the Chinese talk about Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaching a “consensus” with President Xi Jinping at the G20 Bali summit dinner on stabilizing relations, the issuance of stapled visas to Indian Wushu athletes from Arunachal Pradesh for the Chengdu games shows that Beijing wants to keep bilateral ties permanently on … China wants ‘consensus’ on its terms with India
New Delhi (TIP)- Japan’s foreign minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on Friday, July 28, held up India as an “indispensable” partner for achieving a free and open Indo-Pacific, while his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar said the two sides are “natural partners” for taking on challenges in areas ranging from the economy to emerging technologies. The two ministers … India, Japan are natural partners’: Jaishankar at event with Hayashi
GANDHINAGAR (TIP)- Tech firms will be given 50 percent financial assistance for setting up semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, July 28, as he announced that his Government has rolled out red carpet for semiconductor industries. Speaking after inaugurating the Semicon India 2023 conference in Gandhinagar, Modi said … 50% financial aid to firms for semiconductor units, says PM Modi
New Delhi (TIP)- Nearly five years after their arrest under the UAPA for alleged Maoist links in the 2018 Bhima Koregaon violence case, activists Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira have been granted bail by the Supreme Court. The “materials available against them at this stage cannot justify continued detention”, the court observed. The two were … Bhima-Koregaon: SC grants bail to two activists after 5 years in jail under UAPA
A Paris-bound Air India flight returned to the national capital shortly after the take-off on Friday afternoon, following a sighting of suspected tyre-burst on the runway after departure. In a statement, the airline said the flight landed safely at the Delhi airport at 1418 hours. Sources said the aircraft had apparently suffered a tyre-burst and … Paris-bound flight returns to Delhi after ‘tyre-burst’
Over 71,000 cases were pending in various High Courts across the country for more than 30 years, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday, July 28. In a written reply to a question, Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal stated that over 1.01 lakh cases — more than 30-year-old — … 71K cases pending in High Courts for 30 years: MoS
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday, June 28, said domestic companies could now go in for direct listing on foreign exchanges and the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) in Ahmedabad. Direct listing will allow Indian companies to access foreign funds on various exchanges overseas. “Direct listing of securities by domestic companies will now be permissible … Indian companies can go for overseas listing: Sitharaman
A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Friday, July 28, acquitted gangster Chhota Rajan in a case related to the 1997 murder of trade union leader Datta Samant for want of evidence. There was nothing on record to prove that Rajan — whose real name is Rajendra Sadashiv Nikalje — hatched the conspiracy, … Mumbai court acquits Chhota Rajan in trade union leader murder case
MANILA, Philippines (TIP): The skipper of a Philippine ferry that flipped over in a lake in an accident that killed 27 passengers decided to sail despite knowing that his boat was filled beyond capacity, the coast guard chief said on July 28. Forty-three passengers were rescued after the M/B Aya Express capsized in Laguna de … Philippine ferry was overloaded when it flipped over, leaving 27 dead, official says
PARIS (TIP): French authorities have detained two men on suspicion of taking part in an alleged gang rape of a Mexican tourist in the Champ de Mars park, which lies at the foot of the Eiffel Tower in central Paris, prosecutors said on July 28. The men were detained on Thursday in an ongoing investigation … Two arrested over suspected rape of tourist in Paris park: prosecutors
WARSAW (TIP): Poland’s lawmakers voted on July 28 to approve an amended but divisive law on Russian influences believed to be targeting the opposition and criticized by the U.S. and the European Union. The law was proposed in May by Poland’s ruling right-wing Law and Justice party and critics see it as primarily targeting opposition … Poland’s lawmakers approve a divisive law on Russian influence
HONGKONG (TIP): A Hong Kong judge denied on July 28 a government request for an injunction banning “Glory to Hong Kong”, a defiant anthem that emerged from the city’s huge pro-democracy protests in 2019. The Hong Kong government had in June requested an injunction order so that the song — penned anonymously — would be … Hong Kong court rejects government ban on democracy protest song
London (TIP): A British court ruled July 28 against London suburbs that tried to block a pollution tax on older cars as green policies become a hot political issue in the U.K. amid increasingly dramatic impacts of global climate change. The High Court ruled that Mayor Sadiq Khan had the authority to expand the Ultra … A pollution tax on older cars can be extended to London’s suburbs after a British court ruling
NIAMEY (TIP): The general who led a coup in Niger took to state television on July 28 to ask for support for the takeover, two days after members of the military detained the democratically elected president and set off political chaos that could set back the nation’s fight against jihadists and increase Russia’s influence in … Niger general who led coup asks for support from the people and international partners
LEXINGTON, MA (TIP): On a picturesque Sunday afternoon, the New England Indian American community gathered once again to extend a warm welcome to Congressman Ro Khanna, renowned as a member of the esteemed “samosa caucus,” representing Silicon Valley and California’s 17th district. The lunch meet and greet fundraiser, hosted by the US India Security Council’s … New England Indian American Community Extends a Warm Welcome to US Congressman Ro Khanna at Fundraising Event
LOCUST VALLEY, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan (D – Woodbury) recently honored Locust Valley’s Jack Baker for channeling his patriotism into inspiring actions that brought comfort to the community. Baker’s notable endeavors include the creation of a memorial display of more than 2,000 American flags at Bayville Village Hall to honor the memories … Legislator Lafazan Honors Locust Valley’s Jack Baker for Patriotic Acts of Community Service
WANTAGH, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) honored the coaches and members of the Merrick Mayhem 8 and Under Little League team for raising more than $4,000 for the ALS Association – a feat they accomplished by literally turning lemons into lemonade. Guided by their community spirit and a desire to … Legislator Mulé Recognizes Merrick Mayhem Little League For Successful ALS Foundation Fundraiser
PLAINVIEW, N.Y. (TIP): Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with the leaders of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library on Wednesday, July 26 to celebrate the grand opening of the facility’s newly installed electric vehicle chargers. The completion of this new public amenity comes at a time when Nassau County residents and … Legislator Drucker Applauds Completion of Plainview-Old Bethpage Library’s Electric Car Charging Station
MINEOLA, N.Y. (TIP): This summer, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) has welcomed three young interns to his office and provided them with a first-hand look at the operations of local government and the law. Two of his interns, Michelle Prudencio and Danna Bermejo, are currently studying at Nassau Community College; and the … Legislator Solages Welcomes Summer Interns to District Office
NEW YORK (TIP): Industries Dept, Govt of Bihar hosted the “Invest in Bihar” summit in New Jersey on 18th July 2023. The summit was hosted in alliance with Bihar Foundation USA, a diaspora cell of Govt of Bihar and Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America. A Delegation of Industries Ministry led by Minister Shri Samir … Bihar Industries Minister Mahaseth invites investment for the State
NEW YORK (TIP): Indian American New York State Senator Kevin Thomas has launched his campaign for New York’s 4th Congressional District. He announced the bid in Elmont, NY, surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, to take on first-term Republican Rep. Anthony D’Esposito in the next year’s congressional election. Thomas, who has been representing New York’s 6th Senate … NY State Senator Kevin Thomas to run for US Congress from NY-04
NEW YORK (TIP): The Consulate General of India in New York, the host of the Fifth International Hindi Conference scheduled to be held on October 20 and 21st, is fully geared up to successfully conduct the event. Reinforcing the commitment of the Consulate for promoting India’s languages and culture Dr. Varun Jeff, Deputy Consul General, … NY INDIAN CONSULATE GEARS UP TO ORGANIZE FIFTH INTERNATIONAL HINDI CONFERENCE IN OCTOBER
NEW YORK (TIP): IOCUSA leaders met with Shri. K. Raju, who is the National Coordinator of the Indian National Congress for SC/ST/OBC and Minority Affairs and exchanged views on how to improve the messaging to the Diaspora while increasing the reach of the organization. Mr. Raju, formerly an IAS officer, resigned from service in 2013 … IOCUSA leaders interact with Shri. K. Raju, National coordinator- SC, ST, OBC and minority Department of AICC
CHICAGO (TIP): Displaying an important tenet of the Sikh faith, the Sikh community in Illinois is gearing up to feed thousands of delegates who will be congregating in Chicago next month. The event, which is a much needed and inclusive display of acknowledging and understanding different religions, faiths, and cultural practices, will be held in Chicago from … Sikhs to serve langar to thousands at Parliament of World’s Religions
Special Event with Globally Revered Spiritual and Humanitarian Leader, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on July 29, 2023 PLANO, TX (TIP): The DFW Chapter of the Art of Living Foundation is excited to host “THE JOURNEY WITHIN: MEDITATION, WISDOM, AND THE ART OF LIVING JOYFULLY” featuring world-renowned spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Gurudev … “THE JOURNEY WITHIN: MEDITATION, WISDOM, AND THE ART OF LIVING JOYFULLY”
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US is “shocked and horrified” by the video of an extreme attack on two women in Manipur and supports the Indian Government’s efforts to seek justice for them, a senior Biden administration official has said. The video showing two women being paraded naked and molested by a group of men on … ‘Shocked and horrified’ by the video of extreme attack on two women in Manipur: US
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Internal Revenue Service , on July 27, invited public input on improvements to certain post-filing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) programs currently offered to taxpayers. “The IRS is greatly interested in examining ways to help to reduce the time, costs and administrative burden for taxpayers and the government in resolving tax disputes,” … IRS invites public input on ways to improve dispute resolution programs; suggestions wanted