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Unity in diversity: On the Opposition attempt to have an alliance for 2024

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Opposition parties must recognize their differences while coming together Parties opposed to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are often at loggerheads with one another, and any coordinated action among them is never easy. Contradictions are many, at the ideological and personal levels; and they represent conflicting interest groups in most cases. Some tend to be … Unity in diversity: On the Opposition attempt to have an alliance for 2024

President Biden announces plan to expand access to health insurance for DACA recipients

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DACA recipients would be able to enroll in a health plan through the Affordable Care Act or Medicaid WASHINGTON, D. C. (TIP): President Joe Biden on Thursday, April 13, announced that his administration plans to expand health care coverage to young adults without legal status who have been in the U.S. since they were children … President Biden announces plan to expand access to health insurance for DACA recipients

Sonia launches a fierce attack on Modi government; Union ministers hit back, say ‘classic example of Modi hatred’

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NEW DELHI (TIP): Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday, April 11, launched a fierce attack on the Modi government accusing it of “misusing every power”, drawing a sharp reaction from two union ministers who said her assessment was a “classic example of Modi hatred” and an “illusory” statement of the “highest improbity.” In an … Sonia launches a fierce attack on Modi government; Union ministers hit back, say ‘classic example of Modi hatred’

At G20 meet, FM stresses timely debt restructuring to address global crisis

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Key challenges to world economic outlook discussed WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday, April 13, called for timely debt restructuring as a solution to the global debt crisis, stressing it was closely intertwined with addressing the global poverty challenge. Addressing the second G20 meeting of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors … At G20 meet, FM stresses timely debt restructuring to address global crisis

Khalsa is a ‘uniting and not a dividing force,’ says Ambassador Taranjit Sandhu

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): India’s Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu has said Khalsa is a “uniting and not a dividing force,” days after instances of violence at the Indian missions by a small group of pro-Khalistan supporters. Sandhu, who comes from an illustrious Sikh family, made the remarks on Saturday at an event where … Khalsa is a ‘uniting and not a dividing force,’ says Ambassador Taranjit Sandhu

Weekly Horoscope – April 10 to April 16, 2023

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Aries Ganesha says, this week will be difficult initially, but you will make things good eventually. There’s a possibility that you’re experiencing health issues. Unfounded animosity will impede your activities. Outside of the intellectual work you are doing, you won’t experience loss or discontent. Keep an eye out for danger at all instances and avoid … Weekly Horoscope – April 10 to April 16, 2023

Birthday Horoscope-April 10 to April 16

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April 10 Ganesha says your working style will undergo significant adjustments. You’ll also take greater care of your appearance and general well-being. Your financial position will be improved by investment and speculative gains. To your satisfaction, long-pending legal issues will be resolved. for some of you, promotions or raises are probably in the cards. It … Birthday Horoscope-April 10 to April 16

INDIA’S LEADING DANCERS HONOR “DANCING THE GODS” FEST

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By Mabel Pais Two of India’s leading classical dancers honor World Music Institute’s 12th year of its annual ‘Dancing The Gods’ Festival. The events will be held on two nights, April 14 & 15, at the Ailey Theater at 405 W 55th St, Manhattan, New York City. Each program will begin with a pre-show slide … INDIA’S LEADING DANCERS HONOR “DANCING THE GODS” FEST

EARTH DAY MINI FILM FEST CONTINUES TO “GET LOUD”

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By Mabel Pais One Earth Film Festival with the City of Chicago presents action opportunities in celebration of Earth Day 2023, April 19-23 One Earth Film Festival with the City of Chicago’s Office of Climate and Environmental Equity, following its 12th season in March, will celebrate Earth Day with its annual “Earth Day Mini Fest,“ … EARTH DAY MINI FILM FEST CONTINUES TO “GET LOUD”

SFIFF CELEBRATES 11 DAYS OF FILMS & EVENTS

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By Mabel Pais The San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM) returns for the 66th year. It is considered the longest-running film festival in the Americas. This year’s program, curated from over 5,000 submissions and invitations features work from 37 countries and spotlights new work from Bay Area Filmmakers. These will screen exclusively in theaters across … SFIFF CELEBRATES 11 DAYS OF FILMS & EVENTS

Dr. V.K. Raju, President of EFA appeals for eradicating childhood blindness

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP)– “There is so much blindness, and it can be avoided today, with the present-day cost-effective means . I could not have said this 25 years ago. Combating childhood blindness has been identified by the World Bank as the most cost-effective health intervention. 80% of learning comes through vision. If the child misses … Dr. V.K. Raju, President of EFA appeals for eradicating childhood blindness

Khalistan supporters protest at Times Square in New York to express support for Amritpal Singh

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): A large number of Khalistan supporters staged a protest at the Times Square here to express support for Amritpal Singh. The protesters took out a car rally that originated from the Baba Makhan Shah Lobana Sikh Centre in the Richmond Hill neighborhood and culminated at Times Square in the heart of … Khalistan supporters protest at Times Square in New York to express support for Amritpal Singh

New York Indian Consulate and GOPIO Manhattan Organize ‘Meet & Greet’ for Students from India at the Indian Consulate

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The Consulate General of India in New York in cooperation with GOPIO Manhattan organized the ‘Meet and Greet Students from India’ studying in the Northeast to connect them to the community and providing mentoring opportunities as well as to raise awareness of Consular services to students from the Consulate. Students from … New York Indian Consulate and GOPIO Manhattan Organize ‘Meet & Greet’ for Students from India at the Indian Consulate

Sikh History This Week- April 7, 2023, to April 13, 2023

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7th April 1924       3rd Shaheedhi Jatha of 500 Akali Satyagrahies, led by Sardar Santa Singh courted arrest upon reaching Gangsar, Jaito. 1948       Akali Dal passed resolution to keep its independent entity. 8th April 1929       Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt threw bombs in Legislative Assembly, Delhi. 1938       Karam Singh Jhingar dies on the last day his … Sikh History This Week- April 7, 2023, to April 13, 2023

Argentina back on top of Fifa rankings after six-year gap

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World champions Argentina dethroned Brazil and returned to the top of the FIFA rankings on Thursday, April 6,  after a six-year gap. Argentina, who won last year’s World Cup in Qatar by beating France in the final, achieved the No. 1 spot after Lionel Scaloni’s side beat Panama 2-0 and Curacao 7-0 in friendlies. France … Argentina back on top of Fifa rankings after six-year gap

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson to undergo surgery, likely to miss ODI World Cup

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Kane Williamson is likely to miss the ODI World Cup in India later this year as the New Zealand skipper is set to undergo a surgery for the treatment of his right knee which he injured while playing for Gujarat Giants in the ongoing IPL. Following the injury, Williamson returned to New Zealand and the … New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson to undergo surgery, likely to miss ODI World Cup

IPL: All-round show helps KKR thrash RCB by 81 runs

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KOLKATA (TIP)- Shardul Thakur smashed a counter-attacking half-century before the spinners played their part to perfection as Kolkata Knight Riders made a memorable homecoming with an 81-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL here on Thursday, April 6. KKR found themselves tottering for 89/5 before Thakur led a superb recovery with his 29-ball … IPL: All-round show helps KKR thrash RCB by 81 runs

MS Dhoni among five Indian cricketers to get MCC life membership

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London (TIP)- The prestigious Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) housed at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground, on Wednesday, gave ‘Life Membership’ to World Cup winning captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni along with four other distinguished India internationals. The other include, Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, former women’s national captain Mithali Raj and the legendary Jhulan Goswami. The MCC … MS Dhoni among five Indian cricketers to get MCC life membership

Coastal Karnataka

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Coastal Karnataka is bestowed with sandy beaches, lush greenery, lively culture, magnificent temples, and delicious cuisine. If you are looking for a much-needed break from the hustle-bustle of daily life, the towns in coastal Karnataka will never disappoint you. Here is a list of the most sought-after destinations that you must visit during your next … Coastal Karnataka

Vikata Sankasthi Chaturthi

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Vikata Sankasthi Chaturthi Vrat is an auspicious day amongst the Hindu community. The day is celebrated to offer prayers to Lord Ganesha, as on this day, Lord Shiva declares that his son is superior to other gods. The day is observed on the fourth day of Krishna Paksha. The word Sankasthi means to get rid … Vikata Sankasthi Chaturthi

Forbes’ billionaire list 2023: Elon Musk

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loses top spot to Bernard Arnault Bernard Arnault, chairman of French luxury goods company LVMH, became the world’s richest person, replacing Tesla boss Elon Musk, whose net worth slipped by about $39 billion in the past year to $180 billion, according to the Forbes’ annual ‘World’s Billionaire’s List 2023′. The French luxury goods tycoon estimated … Forbes’ billionaire list 2023: Elon Musk

IMF head expects less than 3% global economic growth in 2023

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The International Monetary Fund is not expected to downgrade its forecast for 2.7% growth in 2023, the head of the global lender said on Thursday, noting that concerns about an oil price spike had failed to materialize and labor markets remained strong. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said 2023 would be another “tough year” for … IMF head expects less than 3% global economic growth in 2023

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5%

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The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday, April 6,  announced an unchanged repo rate (basic interest rate) on the expectations of lower inflation in the coming months due to past six successive rate hikes since May 2022. The RBI expects the real GDP for ’23-24 to be 6.5 per cent. The current April to June … RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5%

RBI proposes expansion of UPI digital payments system to allow credit

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is proposing expanding the reach of the popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) digital payments system by allowing credit to be offered via pre-approved bank lines. “This initiative will further encourage innovation,” RBI governor Shaktikanta Das said on Thursday during the announcement of the central bank’s monetary policy decision. UPI … RBI proposes expansion of UPI digital payments system to allow credit

‘Operation Cookie Monster’: International police action seizes dark web market

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Washington/London (TIP)- International law enforcement agencies have seized a sprawling dark web marketplace popular with cybercriminals, Britain’s National Crime Agency (NCA) said on Wednesday, in a multinational crackdown dubbed “Operation Cookie Monster”. A banner plastered across Genesis Market’s site late on Tuesday said domains belonging to the organisation had been seized by the FBI. Logos … ‘Operation Cookie Monster’: International police action seizes dark web market

Prof to live 100 days in underwater hotel

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London (TIP)- As nightmares go, being trapped in a small box deep underwater is probably high on many peoples’ lists. But one US professor is doing this on purpose. Joe Dituri, a former US navy diver and expert in biomedical engineering has been living in a 55 square meter space 30 feet below the surface … Prof to live 100 days in underwater hotel

iPhone 17 Pro may feature under-display Face ID tech

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The under-display Face ID technology will reportedly debut on Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro, which will become the first iPhone to feature such technology. According to display analyst Ross Young, the under-display ‘Face ID’ technology will still be accompanied by a circular cutout for the front-facing camera, reports MacRumors. This implementation is anticipated to last until … iPhone 17 Pro may feature under-display Face ID tech

Google’s new policy to let users delete their account data from app

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Google has introduced a new “data deletion policy”, which aims to empower users with greater clarity and control over their in-app data, requiring Android apps to allow users to delete their accounts from the app and on the web. “For apps that enable app account creation, developers will soon need to provide an option to … Google’s new policy to let users delete their account data from app

Eating disorders among teens have more than doubled during Covid, here’s what to watch for

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The COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with worsening mental health among teens, including increasing numbers of patients with eating disorders. In fact, research indicates that the number of teens with eating disorders at least doubled during the pandemic. This is particularly concerning given that eating disorders are among the most deadly of all mental health … Eating disorders among teens have more than doubled during Covid, here’s what to watch for

Boosting anti-viral immune response could slow down aging: Study

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Scientists have uncovered details regarding an immune response to a virus present in all human tissues, that kicks in the elderly and eliminates senescent, or aging, cells in the skin. Senescent cells are those that stop dividing but do not die, accumulating in the body over time, fuelling chronic inflammation and contributing to conditions such … Boosting anti-viral immune response could slow down aging: Study