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Ambassador Dr. Manoj Mohapatra Strengthens India-Moldova Ties During Official Visit to Chișinău

BUCHAREST (TIP): Dr. Manoj Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania and concurrently accredited to the Republic of Moldova, concluded a highly productive official visit to Chișinău from January 11 to 13, 2026. Amid a dynamic series of high-level meetings, the Ambassador fortified bilateral relations across agriculture, finance, infrastructure, environment, culture, energy, education, economy, and labor Ambassador Dr. Manoj Mohapatra Strengthens India-Moldova Ties During Official Visit to Chișinău

India and Romania to host Regional Hindi Conference at Romanian American University

BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India in Bucharest, in collaboration with the Romanian American University, will organize a Regional Hindi Conference on 28–29 January 2026 at the Romanian American University (RAU), Bucharest. The two-day academic and cultural event will bring together eminent Hindi scholars, academics, and experts from across Asia and Europe to deliberate on India and Romania to host Regional Hindi Conference at Romanian American University

Dr. Avinash Gupta of Lakewood, NJ, Achieves Board Certification in Lifestyle Medicine

LAKEWOOD, NJ (TIP): Dr. Avinash C. Gupta, MD, FACC, a senior cardiologist practicing in Lakewood, New Jersey, has been board-certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine (ABLM), marking a significant milestone in his commitment to preventive and holistic patient care. Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based medical specialty that focuses on the treatment, reversal, and Dr. Avinash Gupta of Lakewood, NJ, Achieves Board Certification in Lifestyle Medicine

FIA – New England organized Free Healthcare Camp to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the MLK Day weekend

The camp organized at the Academy of Creative Arts in Burlington, Massachusetts, drew people from all walks of life BURLINGTON (TIP): The Foundation of Indian Americans (FIA) – New England along with all its partner organizations held a free community health camp at the Center of Creative Arts in Burlington, Massachusetts, to commemorate MLK Day, FIA – New England organized Free Healthcare Camp to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the MLK Day weekend

January 23 New York & Dallas E – Edition

Australian Open – Alcaraz beats Moutet in straight sets to cruise into round of 16

An ominous Carlos Alcaraz wasted little energy in his 100th Grand Slam match to sweep into the last 16 of the Australian Open on January 23 with a straight-sets mauling of French showman Corentin Moutet. The 22-year-old six-time major winner was at a different level on Rod Laver Arena to book his passage with a Australian Open – Alcaraz beats Moutet in straight sets to cruise into round of 16

Kishan’s statement knock, Surya’s welcome fifty give India 2-0 lead

Raipur (TIP)- Ishan Kishan justified his national recall with a sensational 32-ball-76 while captain Suryakumar Yadav scored his first fifty after 23 innings as India decimated New Zealand by seven wickets for a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20 series here on Friday, January 23. Ahead of the all important T20 World Cup, it all Kishan’s statement knock, Surya’s welcome fifty give India 2-0 lead

Bangladesh to face ICC action for skipping T20 World Cup

Mumbai (TIP)– Amid a failed last-ditch attempt to overturn the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to stage Bangladesh’s group games of the 2026 T20 World Cup in India, a fresh media report has claimed that ICC chairman Jay Shah is contemplating strict consequences if Bangladesh pull out of the tournament. According to news agency ANI, Bangladesh to face ICC action for skipping T20 World Cup

Varkala: Kerala’s cliffside paradise by the Arabian Sea

Nestled along the sun-kissed coast of Kerala, Varkala is a hidden gem that blends natural splendor, spiritual tranquility, and vibrant culture. Unlike the bustling beaches of Kovalam or Goa, Varkala offers a serene cliffside landscape, stunning sunsets, and a uniquely laid-back charm, making it a must-visit for travelers seeking relaxation, adventure, and spiritual rejuvenation. Varkala Varkala: Kerala’s cliffside paradise by the Arabian Sea

Ratha Saptami: Celebrating the Sun God, harbinger of light, life, and spiritual awakening

Ratha Saptami, also widely known as Surya Saptami, is one of the most revered solar festivals in Hindu tradition. Observed on the seventh day (Saptami) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Magha (January-February), it symbolizes the Sun’s northward journey (Uttarayana) and the renewal of energy, prosperity, and spiritual enlightenment. It is Ratha Saptami: Celebrating the Sun God, harbinger of light, life, and spiritual awakening

Fed’s preferred inflation gauge ticks up, denting rate-cut hopes

Washington (TIP)- The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge ticked up in November in the latest sign that prices remain stubbornly elevated, while consumers spent at a healthy pace. Consumer prices rose 2.8% in November from a year earlier, the Commerce Department said, up from a 2.7% annual pace in October. Excluding the volatile food and Fed’s preferred inflation gauge ticks up, denting rate-cut hopes

Gold and silver hit new highs again

New Delhi (TIP)- Gold and silver are once again powering ahead on the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX), with buyers jumping in at every small dip and momentum showing no signs of cooling. While the domestic trend remains sharply bullish, experts say understanding the broader backdrop can help investors think about why the rally is persisting and Gold and silver hit new highs again

TikTok finalises US spin-off deal to maintain operations

TikTok finalised a deal to spin off its United States operations into a new joint venture, ensuring the video application remains accessible to its 200 million American users. The move concludes a multi-year legal and political dispute regarding national security and data privacy. According to a press release, the new entity includes significant equity stakes TikTok finalises US spin-off deal to maintain operations

AI not just about creating content, it can predict road crashes too!

Artificial Intelligence is not just about creating text, images, graphics and videos online; it can make a big change in the physical life and for humanity by even predicting road crashes. The assertion was made by SaveLife Foundation Founder and CEO Piyush Tewari here during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Tewari, who ventured into AI not just about creating content, it can predict road crashes too!

After years of saying no, Apple is turning Siri into an AI chatbot called Campos

Apple is working on a major upgrade to Siri that could change how users interact with their iPhones, iPads and Macs. Later this year, the company plans to turn Siri into a full conversational AI assistant, a move that puts Apple directly into the fast-growing chatbot space led by OpenAI and Google. The new version After years of saying no, Apple is turning Siri into an AI chatbot called Campos

Mars is back from blackout: Nasa gets first signals from Red Planet

Nasa has triumphantly reestablished communications with its Mars rovers following a two-week solar conjunction blackout, marking the resumption of Red Planet operations at the dawn of an ambitious 2026 exploration campaign. The blackout, peaking around January 9 when Earth and Mars aligned behind the Sun, severed direct links from late December 2025 to mid-January, forcing Mars is back from blackout: Nasa gets first signals from Red Planet

Scientists solve a major roadblock in cancer cell therapy: Study

Researchers have found a reliable way to grow helper T cells from stem cells, solving a major challenge in immune-based cancer therapy. Helper T cells act as the immune system’s coordinators, helping other immune cells fight longer and harder. The team discovered how to precisely control a key signal that determines which type of T Scientists solve a major roadblock in cancer cell therapy: Study

How much water should one drink daily according to age? Daily intake explained

Water makes up roughly 60-70% of the human body, and the fluid leaves your system constantly through breathing, sweating and urine. So, knowing how much water to drink daily isn’t just about thirst. It’s about keeping your body working well, step by step. The old “eight glasses a day” idea is a general rule, but How much water should one drink daily according to age? Daily intake explained

How fast should you walk for heart health? Docs say brisk pace cuts risk

Walking has long been recommended as an easy way to stay active. But a new study suggests that when it comes to heart rhythm, pace is not optional, it’s essential. Research published in the journal Heart found that people who walk at a brisk pace have a significantly lower risk of developing atrial fibrillation, a How fast should you walk for heart health? Docs say brisk pace cuts risk

When love fades: Understanding why marriages end

Marriage is often entered with hope, commitment, and the belief that love will endure. Yet for many couples, the journey takes unexpected turns. The decision to end a marriage is rarely sudden; it is usually the result of emotional distance, unresolved issues, and changing life realities that accumulate over time. Understanding the common reasons behind When love fades: Understanding why marriages end

Whipped to perfection: Butter face masks for soft, radiant skin

In the world of skincare, sometimes the most effective solutions are also the most indulgent. Rich, creamy, and deeply nourishing, natural butters have quietly emerged as skincare superstars. Long used in traditional beauty rituals across Africa, Asia, and the tropics, butters like shea, cocoa, mango, and kokum are now finding their rightful place in modern Whipped to perfection: Butter face masks for soft, radiant skin

Gajar Ka Halwa

Ingredients Carrots – 1 kg (preferably red, juicy carrots) Full-fat milk – 1 liter Sugar – 200-250 g (adjust to taste) Ghee (clarified butter) – 4-5 tbsp Cardamom powder – 1 tsp Nuts & dry fruits – 2-3 tbsp chopped almonds, cashews, pistachios, raisins Optional – saffron strands for aroma and richness Prepare the Carrots Gajar Ka Halwa

Indus Waters Treaty suspension created unprecedented crisis: Pak envoy at UN

United Nations (TIP)- Pakistan has sought to project India’s decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance as an “unprecedented crisis” for its water security, raising the issue at the United Nations months after New Delhi took the step in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack carried out by Pakistan-backed terrorists. Addressing Indus Waters Treaty suspension created unprecedented crisis: Pak envoy at UN

5 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast at wedding in Pakistan

At least five people were killed and ten injured in a suicide blast during wedding celebrations at the residence of a peace committee member in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday, January 23, night. District Police Officer Dera Ismail Khan district, Sajjad Ahmed Sahibzada, confirmed that it was a suicide bombing that occurred during 5 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast at wedding in Pakistan

Motherland bleeding: Hasina seeks ouster of Yunus-led govt

New Delhi (TIP)- Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday, January 23, warned that her country faces the threat of its territory and resources being “bartered away” to foreign interests, and called on citizens to unite and overthrow the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus. In a veiled reference to growing foreign influence, including Motherland bleeding: Hasina seeks ouster of Yunus-led govt

India to bring back diplomats’ families In Bangladesh amid security concerns

India has decided to withdraw the families and dependents of Indian officials posted in Bangladesh amid the security concerns following the increasing activities of extremist elements in the country. The move comes weeks before parliamentary elections are to be held in Bangladesh. “Given the security situation, as a precautionary measure, we have advised the dependents India to bring back diplomats’ families In Bangladesh amid security concerns

Xi urges ‘central role’ of UN in call with Lula

BEIJING (TIP)- Chinese President Xi Jinping called on countries to protect the “central role” of the United Nations in international affairs, urging his Brazilian counterpart on Friday to help safeguard international norms, state media reported. The comments come after US President Donald Trump unveiled plans for his new “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Xi urges ‘central role’ of UN in call with Lula

Ukraine-Russia-US hold talks in Abu Dhabi with territory as key issue

UAE (TIP)- Ukrainian and Russian negotiators held talks in the United Arab Emirates, with the key issue of territory dominating the agenda as the United States pushes for an agreement to end the nearly four-year war. The discussions in Abu Dhabi on Friday were the first direct public negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv on a Ukraine-Russia-US hold talks in Abu Dhabi with territory as key issue

EU has ‘serious doubts’ about Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

European leaders have serious doubts about the scope of President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” but are ready to work with the United States and the newly founded body in Gaza, EU chief Antonio Costa said Friday, January 23. “We have serious doubts about a number of elements in the charter of the Board of EU has ‘serious doubts’ about Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Denmark PM goes to Greenland in show of support amid Trump crisis

NUUK (TIP)- Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen visited Greenland on Friday, January 23, in a show of support for the Arctic island that U.S. President Donald Trump wants to annex. Walking off her plane at the airport in Greenland’s capital Nuuk, Frederiksen was greeted by Greenlandic ?Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen. The two were seen embracing Denmark PM goes to Greenland in show of support amid Trump crisis