RIVERSIDE, CA (TIP): : An Indian American man who killed three teens by ramming their car off the road after they played a doorbell prank on him has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. In April, Anurag Chandra, 45, was found guilty by a jury on three counts of murder, … Indian American man gets life for killing 3 teens for doorbell prank
Oppn has its task cut out if it is to cohere into a credible alternative to BJP-led NDA “After the Patna warm-up exercise, the Opposition took a few steps forward in Bengaluru. The most significant of these were christening the coalition ‘INDIA’ — an acronym for Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (note the absence of … Prelude to 2024 Lok Sabha battle
There is an all-round weakening of the rule of law in India, best exemplified by the impasse in the wrestlers’ sexual harassment complaint and the feeble administrative, judicial and political attempts to ensure justice. Police selectivity in the investigation became legally established when after over 40 days of investigation, the police filed its long report … In impasse in wrestlers’ case, the loser is the rule of law
Of late, much of the ED’s powers have been discharged in effecting pre-trial arrests Unfortunately, of late, much of the ED’s powers have been discharged in effecting pre-trial arrests, which used to be the prerogative of the police investigating the predicate offence. In the past, the CBI was used to impart fear among political opponents. … The authority of ED and usage of PMLA
LONDON (TIP): Prime Minister of U.K. Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party suffered significant losses in two of three parliamentary byelections on Thursday, July 20, in what is being seen by some as a strong indicator of their prospects in next year’s general election. The Tories lost to Labour by a sizeable margin in the northern England … Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party loses 2 key seats ahead of crucial UK elections
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The M.T.A. board voted to raise the base fare to $2.90 from $2.75, after pausing increases to try to lure back riders lost during the pandemic. Ever since the coronavirus pandemic decimated subway ridership in New York City, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority has resisted raising the price of a ride out … New York City Subway Ride to Cost More
Opposition, government spar over rules of discussion NEW DELHI (TIP): Video evidence of brazen mob violence against two Manipur women stalled Parliament for the second straight day with the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha adjourned amid constant sloganeering without transaction of business. At the heart of the stalemate were rules under which to debate … Manipur rocks Parliament for 2nd day; Congress urges President to dismiss state government
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): President Joe Biden on July 21 nominated Admiral Lisa Franchetti to lead the Navy, an historic step that would break a gender barrier in the U.S. military by making her the first woman to command the service and to become a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The decision by Mr. … Joe Biden nominates Admiral Lisa Franchetti to be the first woman to lead U.S. Navy
The battlelines for the 2024 General Election are now clearly drawn, with 26 Opposition parties forming an anti-BJP front named INDIA, an acronym for the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance. The Opposition now has a name, though it still doesn’t have a face. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who faces the prospect of being debarred from … NDA vs INDIA: Challenge for Opposition to remain united
Dear Prof. Saluja, I am writing to express my deepest admiration and gratitude for the exceptional work you have done in your recent issue of the Indian Panorama News exposing criminals in Indian politics. Your relentless pursuit of truth and your unwavering commitment to exposing the nexus between criminals and politicians in India have not … Your work is a testament to the positive impact journalism can have on our society
Shamina Singh has studied at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and the Indian School of Business WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US President Joe Biden has announced his intent to appoint Shamina Singh, a prominent Indian-American business leader, to the President’s Export Council, which serves as the principal national advisory committee on international trade. Singh, who is the Founder … Indian-American business leader Shamina Singh appointed to serve on President’s Export Council
Six-member Indian team has done the country proud by securing two gold, two silver and two bronze medals and finished 9th out of 112 countries. Along with Atul, Arjun Gupta of Delhi secured gold at the event BENGALURU (TIP): Atul Shatavart Nadig, student of Shri Ram Global School, Whitefield, bagged the gold medal at the … Bengaluru boy bags gold at International Mathematical Olympiad
Sud, the outgoing CEO of video hosting, sharing, and services platform provider Vimeo, succeeds Massoudi, Tubi’s Founder and CEO NEW YORK (TIP): Indian-origin businesswoman Anjali Sud will be the new CEO of Tubi –Fox Corporation’s free ad-supported TV streaming service– succeeding its Founder and CEO, Farhad Massoudi. Sud’s appointment, effective from September 1, was announced … Indian-origin Anjali Sud named CEO of Fox-owned Tubi streaming service
Bera served as Chief Medical Officer for Sacramento County in California before being sworn in as a Congressman in 2013 WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Dr Ami Bera, an Indian-American physician-turned politician has received the Champion of Healthcare Innovation Award for his contributions to making high-quality care affordable and accessible in the US. Bera, 58, the longest-serving … Indian-American Congressman Dr Bera receives Champion of Healthcare Innovation Award
LONDON (TIP): Three men and two women members of a gang have been found guilty of the honeytrap murder of an Indian-origin man in the east of England. Vishal Gohel, 44, was discovered unresponsive inside a flat in Hertfordshire in January and pronounced dead at the scene. The court was told that Gohel had been … UK court finds five guilty of murdering Indian-origin man
LONDON (TIP): Two Indian-origin brothers and an accomplice have been jailed for a total of over 45 years for kidnapping a businessman in Wolverhampton City Centre in the West Midlands region of England. Baljit Baghral, 33, and his brother David Baghral, 28, along with 22-year-old Shanu Shanu, were found guilty of having ambushed their victim … Three Indian-origin men jailed for kidnapping businessman for ransom in UK
LUDHIANA, INDIA (TIP): A 42-year-old NRI Barinder Singh was killed by motorcycle-borne assailants at Thakur Colony on Pakhowal Road on Monday, July 17 night. Barinder was heading back to his home from his farmhouse when he was waylaid. He had arrived from Canada four months ago. ADCP Suhail Qassim Mir said it’s a case of … Bike-borne assailants kill Canadian NRI in Ludhiana
SINGAPORE (TIP): Singapore’s Indian-origin Transport Minister S Iswaran was arrested on Tuesday and released on bail while his passport was impounded, the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) has said. A CPIB spokesperson on Friday said Iswaran was arrested on the same day as Ong Beng Seng, founder and managing director of Hotel Properties Limited, reported … Singapore Minister Iswaran, tycoon Ong arrested, released on bail: CPIB
The top 10 finalists of this year’s Global Student Prize are expected to be announced by next month LONDON (TIP): Five students studying in India have made it to the top 50 shortlist for the USD 100,000 Chegg.org Global Student Prize 2023, selected from 3,851 applications from across 122 countries. The annual award goes to … 5 Indian students make it to Global Student Prize 2023 shortlist
By Mabel Pais KAMAL AHMED’S Narrative Feature ‘Crash the System’ Shorts from SNIGDHA KAPOOR’S ‘Look Like You,’ and DARSHAN SINGH BHULLER’S ‘Nala’ And many more The Festival of Cinema NYC (festivalofcinemanyc.com) returns to the Regal UA Midway (108-22 Queens Blvd. Forest Hills, NY 11375) and the Queens Library at Forest Hills (108-22 Queens Blvd Forest … NYC WELCOMES FEST OF CINEMA
By Mabel Pais The IAAC Festival of Indian Music takes place for the 2nd year on three incredibly mesmerizing days of soulful melodies and rhythms celebrating India’s rich musical heritage. From August 11 to 13, New York City will resonate with the harmonious sounds of renowned artists, and pay homage to the late Pandit Vijay … CELEBRATE INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE WITH THE FESTIVAL OF MUSIC
By Mabel Pais Impact Modi: a groundbreaking event dedicated to igniting change and transformation, takes place on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at the prestigious Upper Montclair Country Club, 177 Hepburn Rd Clifton NJ 07012. With a focus on empowering individuals and driving positive social impact, this event aims to inspire attendees to become agents of … GROUNDBREAKING EVENT HIGHLIGHTING THE ARCHITECT OF THE NEW BJP
By Mabel Pais ‘YOUR LOVE,’ queer, non-binary, Canadian-Indian actor/writer/director Sundeep Morrison’s (they/them) four-minute, cinematic love letter to the Queer South Asian elders and their forgotten and unfinished love stories, secures a coveted spot at OUTFEST Los Angeles LGBTQ+ Festival, the largest, most prestigious queer film festival in the world, on Friday, July 21, 2023, as … PUNJABI FILM HONORS PRIDE COMMUNITY
By Mabel Pais The Mahindra Blues Festival, situated in an iconic 70-year-old Bollywood Studio, is held annually in Mumbai, India and has become one of the most important blues events in the country. This year, Mahindra Blues Festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (LCPA) join forces to present Mahindra … JAZZ @ LINCOLN CENTER, LCPA WELCOME MAHINDRA BLUES SPECIAL
The new staffing will cost between $1.6 billion and $1.9 billion each year over the next five years, according to an analysis by the Independent Budget Office NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Warning of potential unintended consequences ahead, a new report from the New York City Independent Budget Office estimated that the city will likely need … New York City likely to hire close to 18,000 teachers to meet state mandated lower class sizes: Report
NEW YORK (TIP): Bank of America has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to customers in New York and 37 other states. The bank was accused of “systematically double-dipping on fees imposed on customers with insufficient funds in their account, withholding reward bonuses explicitly promised to credit card customers, and misappropriating sensitive personal … Bank of America has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to customers
July 17 Ganesha says today is a day for self-improvement and personal growth. You may find yourself drawn to new experiences that challenge your current understanding of the world. A new hobby or interest could spark your passion, leading to a profound sense of fulfillment. Your communication skills will be particularly strong today, making it … Birthday Horoscope-July 17 to July 23
Aries Ganesha says you will be prepared to put your attention on the issues that have significance this week dear Aries. You will be able to speak with former acquaintances. You will be the one who introduces something fresh together with them. You will be able to wow your bosses at effort with the grade … Weekly Horoscope- July 17, 2023 to July23, 2023
14th July 1920 The British government issued a communique, expressing its intentions to withdraw from the management of the Golden Temple and make alternative arrangements in concultation with Sikh members of the reformed Legislative Council. This was actually done to put off the matter by a year. However, the government’s procastination provoked the reformists to … Sikh History This Week- July 14, 2023, to july 20, 2023
14 JULY 1945 Technology veteran and country’s big industrialist Shiv Nadar was born on 14 July. 1969 85 people killed in a train and passenger train collision in Jaipur. 15 JULY 1857 Indian Rebellion of 1857: Second massacre took place in Kanpur. 1926 Buses were introduced for the first time in the Indian city of … India in history this Week- July 14, 2023, to july 20, 2023