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INDIA WILL SHOCK THE WORLD WITH ITS LARGEST, YOUNGEST AND EDUCATED POPULATION. DEVELOPED POPULATION IS THE MOST VALUABLE ASSET.

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India is targeted to become the third global economy behind the USA and China in the next 3 to 5 years. India could easily become the second economy within ten years. INDIA IS THE YOUNGEST IN THE WORLD 50% of India’s 1.5 billion is under age 25. 65% are under 35. Compare this with shortage … INDIA WILL SHOCK THE WORLD WITH ITS LARGEST, YOUNGEST AND EDUCATED POPULATION. DEVELOPED POPULATION IS THE MOST VALUABLE ASSET.

Comment – Tirlok Malik

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The 77th Republic Day is not only a celebration of India’s past but also a reminder of its responsibilities for the future. As the nation progresses in areas such as technology, economy, education, and social development, Republic Day inspires citizens to uphold democratic ideals and contribute to building a strong, inclusive, and self-reliant India. Republic … Comment – Tirlok Malik

Comment – Prabhjot Singh

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Would you believe that in 1947, the price of gold in India was around ₹88 per 10 grams, while silver was ₹107 per kg? Petrol sold for about ₹0.25-0.27 per liter, rice for ₹0.12 per kg, milk for ₹0.12 per liter, and potatoes for approximately ₹0.25 per kg. The 24C gold price per 10 gm … Comment – Prabhjot Singh

Comment – Nilima Madan

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On behalf of the Association of Indians in America (AIA), and as the National President, I extend warm congratulations to the people of Indian origin on the occasion of India’s Republic Day. We wish India continued growth rooted in peace, unity, and progress. The Constitution of India remains a powerful foundation for the world’s largest … Comment – Nilima Madan

Comments – Jyoti Gupta

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Janam Bhumi and Karam Bhumi India is our janam bhumi—the land of our birth, values, and identity. The United States is our karam bhumi—the land where we work, grow, and build our future. As NRIs, we carry India in our hearts while contributing sincerely to the country that has given us opportunities. On 26th January, … Comments – Jyoti Gupta

Editorial – Gunjan P Rastogi

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Republic Day of India is celebrated every year on 26th January to mark the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. For me, this day holds a very special meaning because my father served in the Indian Air Force. Growing up in a defense family made me deeply respect the discipline, courage, and sacrifices of … Editorial – Gunjan P Rastogi

Comment – Hema Virani

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A Daughter’s Heartfelt Tribute from Across the Ocean On January 26, 1950, India embraced its destiny as a sovereign republic, guided by a Constitution born from sacrifice and vision. Seventy-seven years later, that spirit still pulses through every Indian heart—at home and abroad. Though I now live in the U.S., India remains my soul. I … Comment – Hema Virani

Comment – Gobind Bathija

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On this proud occasion of India’s 77th Republic Day, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt congratulations to our entire community. January 26 is more than a date in history—it is a reminder of the values, sacrifices, and vision that shaped the world’s largest democracy. It is a day that honors the Constitution of India, … Comment – Gobind Bathija

Comment – Dave Makkar

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As India marks 77 years of independence, its democratic foundations face profound erosion. Critics describe a transition to an elected autocracy, sustained by an oligarchy of state-made billionaires. This elite has thrived on acquiring public assets—natural resources, spectrum, infrastructure—at concessional rates, financed by public-sector bank loans. Social inequality now exceeds British-era levels. Public investment in … Comment – Dave Makkar

Comment – Ashok Arora

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We the people of India constituted India into sovereign socialist secular democratic republic to secure to all citizens: Justice social economic and political, and also fraternity assuring the dignity of the individual. Unfortunately, many of those having taken oath to ensure achieving of this noble mission, have been ignoring it with utmost impunity. Sant Kabir … Comment – Ashok Arora

Comment – Anu Jain

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Today’s Bharat is growing and changing very quickly. As an NRI living in the USA, we visit from time to time and also observe Bharat from another country, which makes me feel proud of its progress. Life in Bharat has become easier because of mobile phones, the internet, and online payment systems. Roads, airports, and … Comment – Anu Jain

Comment – Avinash Gupta

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As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day, we pause to reflect with pride on how far our great nation has come. From the challenges of a newly independent country to becoming one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, India’s journey has been remarkable. Our achievements in science and technology, space exploration, digital innovation, infrastructure, healthcare, … Comment – Avinash Gupta

India at 77: The Republic’s Journey, Its Promises, and Its Tests

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On January 26, 2026, India will mark the 77th anniversary of its Republic—a moment not merely of celebration, but of reflection. Republic Day is not about pomp alone; it is a reminder of a constitutional promise made to nearly one-sixth of humanity. It invites Indians—and friends of India—to ask a fundamental question: How far has … India at 77: The Republic’s Journey, Its Promises, and Its Tests

BC delegation talks more business and less politics

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TORONTO (TIP): A high-powered British Columbia delegation led by Premier David Eby has been concentrating on business and technological cooperation with India rather than getting trapped in politics and straying away from its main objective of ensuring the standard of living of its people is not impacted by the U.S. trade war. Midway on its … BC delegation talks more business and less politics

Indian Consulate hosts India-Canada AI Dialogue 2026 ahead of India AI Impact Summit

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TORONTO (TIP): The Consulate General of India in Toronto hosted the ‘India-Canada AI Dialogue 2026’ in partnership with the University of Waterloo, Canada India Tech Council, and Zoho Inc, as a precursor to one of the biggest AI Summits in Global South – the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’. The event gathered over 600 leaders … Indian Consulate hosts India-Canada AI Dialogue 2026 ahead of India AI Impact Summit

Embassy of India in Romania Organizes B2B on Information Technology & Communications

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BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India successfully organized a Business-to-Business (B2B) meeting on Information Technology & Communications (IT&C) with Romanian companies to explore avenues for collaboration and partnership in the IT sector. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the Romanian IT industry and served as an important platform for strengthening India-Romania cooperation in the technology … Embassy of India in Romania Organizes B2B on Information Technology & Communications

Embassy of India in Romania Organizes Virtual B2B on Home Appliances

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BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India organized a Virtual B2B Meeting on Home Appliances between a Romanian company and four leading Indian companies – IFB, Dixon Technologies, Crompton Greaves, and Havells India. The meeting witnessed active and enthusiastic participation from the Indian side and was organized in coordination with Ms. Bavleen Kaur, Senior Director, Federation … Embassy of India in Romania Organizes Virtual B2B on Home Appliances

Martin Luther King Jr.: When History Became a Life, and a Life Became History

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In three days, America will once again commemorate Martin Luther King Jr.,a man whose life became inseparable from the moral history of the United States. King is remembered not merely as a charismatic speaker or a skillful organizer, but as one of the true leaders of the masses who emerged from among ordinary people and … Martin Luther King Jr.: When History Became a Life, and a Life Became History

Embassy of India Hosts Successful Hybrid B2B Meeting on Medical Devices and Equipment

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BUCHAREST, ROMANIA (TIP): The Embassy of India in Bucharest successfully organized a Hybrid Business-to-Business (B2B) Meeting on Medical Devices and Equipment, fostering robust engagement between leading Indian and Romanian companies. Held on January 15, 2026, the event drew active and enthusiastic participation from both sides, underscoring the deepening economic ties between India and Romania. It … Embassy of India Hosts Successful Hybrid B2B Meeting on Medical Devices and Equipment

January 16 New York & Dallas E – Edition

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Embassy of India Celebrates World Hindi Day with Vibrant Community Participation in Romania and Moldova

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BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India celebrated World Hindi Day on 10th January with active and enthusiastic participation from members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India, highlighting the global relevance of the Hindi language and India’s rich cultural heritage. The programme commenced with the message of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra … Embassy of India Celebrates World Hindi Day with Vibrant Community Participation in Romania and Moldova

Eminent oncologist Dr Jatin Shah honored by The South Asian Times as its Person of the Year 2025

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By Parveen Chopra WOODBURY, NY (TIP): Dr Jatin Shah, the leading head and neck surgeon in the world, was felicitated as The South Asian Times – Person of the Year 2025 at a gala function at Crest Hollow Country Club here on January 9, 2026. The gala was attended by who’s who of the Indian … Eminent oncologist Dr Jatin Shah honored by The South Asian Times as its Person of the Year 2025

Tirlok Malik to Lead “Happy Life Yoga” Workshop at Bhakti Marga New York on Jan 24

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NEW YORK, NY (TIP):  Emmy-nominated filmmaker and wellness advocate Tirlok Malik will conduct a one-hour Happy Life Yoga workshop on Saturday, January 24, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the Bhakti Marga New York Center, located at 243 West 30th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10001. The Happy Life Yoga workshop offers simple, … Tirlok Malik to Lead “Happy Life Yoga” Workshop at Bhakti Marga New York on Jan 24

Suozzi Joins Bipartisan Letter Expressing Outrage at SAMHSA Cuts

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Trump Administration, yesterday, suddenly and without warning, notified several agencies across Long Island and throughout America of the immediate termination of grants. Several Long Island institutions quickly reported to Congressman Suozzi’s office that nearly $2 million in SAMHSA grants have been cut, and possibly more. Nationwide, 2000 organizations have been cut … Suozzi Joins Bipartisan Letter Expressing Outrage at SAMHSA Cuts

RITESH SHAH NAMED AMONG THE 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN PHARMACY

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RED BANK, NJ (TIP): Ritesh Shah has been recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential People in Pharmacy, a prestigious national honor celebrating leaders whose work is shaping the future of the profession through innovation, advocacy, and service. This distinction highlights Shah’s impact as a community pharmacist and healthcare innovator, as well as his … RITESH SHAH NAMED AMONG THE 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN PHARMACY

Overseas Friends of India Canada urges Canadian government to expedite CEPA

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TORONTO (TIP): As mutual exchange of visits between trade missions of India and Canada has been set in motion with an official delegation of British Columbia arriving in India on Manday, January 12, the Overseas Friends of India Canada – Ottawa (OFIC) has written a letter to strongly urge the Government of Canada to advance … Overseas Friends of India Canada urges Canadian government to expedite CEPA

Venezuela’s Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meet

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, January 15, even as he has questioned her credibility to take over her country after the US ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro, reports AP. The Nobel Institute has said … Venezuela’s Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meet

Greenland’s defence is ‘common concern’ for Nato, Danish PM says as European troops fly in

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Danish prime minister, Mette Frederiksen, has said Greenland’s defence is a “common concern” for the whole of Nato, as troops started arriving from across Europe as a result of Donald Trump’s threats to take the Arctic island by force. AP reported that troops from France, Germany, the UK, Norway and Sweden, … Greenland’s defence is ‘common concern’ for Nato, Danish PM says as European troops fly in

UN chief on ‘erosion’ of international law: ‘Charter not à la carte menu’

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In the wake of the US military action in Venezuela, the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine as well as other geo-political challenges, UN Secretary General António Guterres said the world is brimming with conflict, impunity, inequality and unpredictability UNITED NATIONS (TIP): Asserting that the UN Charter is not “à la carte menu”, UN chief denounced … UN chief on ‘erosion’ of international law: ‘Charter not à la carte menu’

US Ambassador Sergio Gor presents credentials to President Droupadi Murmu

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Envoy pledges to deepen India-US cooperation amid challenges over trade and tariffs NEW DELHI (TIP): US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Wednesday, January 14, formally presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at an official ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. With this, Gor has assumed charge as the 27th United States Ambassador to India. … US Ambassador Sergio Gor presents credentials to President Droupadi Murmu