FORDS, NJ (TIP): BIHAR JAHRKHAND ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA (BJANA) celebrated Holi, one of its trademark events at Royal Albert Palace in New Jersey. More than 550 people from the Bihar and Jharkhand diaspora attended the event. This gathering of members from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut is a signature event for the … Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America celebrates Holi
LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): Indian Overseas Congress, USA, an advocacy organization that promotes democracy and freedom in India, held a protest in New York against the disqualification of Rahul Gandhi from Lok Sabha following his conviction in a defamation case. The supporters held placards that said ‘save democracy, save India’, ‘Modi-Adani Bhai Bhai’, ‘Adani & … IOCUSA protests the disqualification of Rahul Gandhi
SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): Noted Indian American chef, cookbook author and culinary teacher Raghavan Iyer has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 61. Iyer died on March 31 in San Francisco, according to an Instagram message by Terry Erickson, his partner of 41 years. “It is with a heavy and sad heart I … Indian American renowned chef Raghavan Iyer dies after battling cancer
VANCOUVER (TIP): A 28-year-old Sikh, facing multiple charges including assault, uttering threats, and mischief, has turned himself in at Vancouver Provincial Court, police said. Manveer Singh Dhesi, who turned himself in on March 31, is known to live in Surrey but police said he also frequents Burnaby in the Canadian province of British Columbia. The … Indian origin Canadian Sikh Manveer Singh Dhesi facing assault, mischief charges turns himself in, say Police
NEW YORK (TIP): An Indian American Associate Professor at New York-based Albert Einstein College of Medicine has been honored with the Young Urologist Award in recognition of her efforts and commitment to advance the development of fellow young urologists. Dr Nitya Abraham, Program Director for the Montefiore Urology residency program, has mentored countless students, residents, … Indian American Professor Dr. Nitya Abraham receives Young Urologist of the Year award
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US has recognized Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India and strongly opposes any unilateral attempts to advance territorial claims by renaming localities, the White House has said. The US reaction came in response to Beijing announcing Chinese names for 11 more places in Arunachal Pradesh which the neighboring country … US recognizes Arunachal Pradesh as India’s integral part: White House
MISSISSIPPI / LONDON (TIP): Indian-American physician and community activist, Dr. Sampat Shivangi of Mississippi, participated in an event at the Parliament of the United Kingdom held at the House of Lords in British Parliament on March 7-8, 2023, to honor the Indian diaspora. The event was attended by Indians from European countries, United States, and … Dr. Sampat Shivangi Participates in British Parliament Event to honor Diaspora
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have extended their greetings of Mahavir Jayanti to the Jain community across the world and encouraged people to strive for peace and harmony. “(First Lady) Jill (Biden) and I wish a happy and prosperous Mahavir Jayanti to all those observing. Today, we recognize … US President Biden, VP Harris greet Jain community on Mahavir Jayanti
WASHINGTON D.C. (TIP): As trusted global partners, India and the US are working to address the “pressing challenges of our times,” Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu said on Thursday, April 6. Addressing the New Hampshire State Assembly, a rare privilege given to foreign diplomats, Sandhu said that India stands today as a … India & US working to address ‘pressing challenges of our times’: Ambassador Sandhu
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Internal Revenue Service wrapped up the annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2023 with a reminder for taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to watch out for these schemes throughout the year, not just during tax season. Many of these schemes peak during filing season as people prepare their tax … IRS wraps up 2023 Dirty Dozen list; reminds taxpayers and tax pros to be wary of scams and schemes, even after tax season
42 key initiatives, 190 key projects designed to help taxpayers, the tax community and the nation WASHINGTON D.C. (TIP): Following months of work, the Internal Revenue Service, on April 6, unveiled its Strategic Operating Plan, an ambitious effort to transform the tax agency and dramatically improve service to taxpayers and the nation during the next … IRS unveils Strategic Operating Plan; ambitious effort details a decade of change
‘It is altogether fitting and proper to celebrate the day of Vaisakhi alongside Sikhs throughout the world and to honor the lasting contributions made by the Sikh community to the US’ WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a resolution in the US House of Representatives to designate April 14 as National … Resolution introduced in US House of Representatives to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day
PALM BEACH, FL (TIP): A defiant former president Donald Trump denounced the criminal charges against him in connection to hush money payments made to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election and said the US has now become a “failing nation” where the “radical left lunatics” want to interfere with the elections by using … Trump decries charges against him, accuses ”radical left lunatics” of election interference
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Former US Ambassador to India Richard Verma has been sworn in as the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, making him the highest-ranking Indian-American ever in the State Department. “An honor to return to the State Department,” Verma said in a tweet after he was sworn into the top position … Richard Verma sworn in as Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources
NEW DELHI (TIP): The Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 5, quashed the Centre’s telecast ban on Malayalam news channel MediaOne and pulled up the Ministry of Home Affairs for raising national security claims in “thin air” without facts. Observing that the State can’t impose unreasonable restrictions on press as it would have a chilling effect … ‘An Independent Press is Necessary’, says Supreme Court; Lifts telecast ban on Malayalam news channel MediaOne
The Supreme Court verdict setting aside the denial of broadcasting permission to Malayalam channel MediaOne is one that protects the media against arbitrary action and bars the use of undisclosed national security considerations as a pretext to shut down an outlet. The Court has struck a blow for media freedom by ruling that the government … Open justice: On the Supreme Court verdict in the MediaOne case
In a welcome softening of the khaps’ rigidly conservative and patriarchal posturing, the Sarv Jatiya Kandela khap of Haryana’s Jind area has taken the lead in doing away with the practice of issuing diktats for the social boycott of persons, families or even political leaders and parties over local issues they deal with. Acting as … Winds of change: Haryana khap vows to promote girls’ education
In a commendable act, the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Congress government on April 4 set right a decades-old wrong through an amendment to an outdated landholding law that discriminates against women. Till now, in grave violation of the right to equality provided by the Constitution, the daughters of the state had been suffering gender bias. The … Landmark Act: Himachal women get landholding right like men
D.A. Alvin Bragg Unseals 34 Felony Counts “The task for politicians is to give politics a rest, as our nation is undergoing a stress-test the likes of which even Richard Nixon was exempted from. Our Republic need not have gotten to this day, as we ought not have had January 6th. It is time to … USA is a Nation of Laws: Trump Indicted
Mahatma Gandhi’s idea of Ram Rajya — the very idea of Gandhi, one might say — is in danger of being swept aside by prevailing ideological currents, ironically in favor of a very different conception of Rama. These days, when the standing of his historic detractors is at an all-time high, Gandhiji has been criticized … A very different conception of ‘Ram Rajya’
Death of critical thinking is what all authoritarian masters cherish “No meaningful teaching/learning is possible if the psychology of fear robs us of our voice. In fact, the toxic politics we see around has created an environment in which one can be censored, disciplined and punished for any critical voice that seeks to interrogate the … The age of toxic politics
ILLINOIS (TIP): Viraj Patel, a doctoral student and teaching assistant at Illinois State University‘s School of Communications has received its Outstanding University Graduate Student Teaching Award for 2022. The award for doctoral students who lead classes, recognizes graduate teaching assistants who demonstrate persistent, focused, and purposeful dedication to striving for excellence. Patel, a second-year doctoral … Indian American Viraj Patel wins Illinois State University’s student teaching award
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Amit Kshatriya, a decorated Indian American software and robotics engineer was appointed as the first head of NASA’s newly established Moon to Mars Program that will help the agency ensure a long-term lunar presence needed to prepare for humanity’s next giant leap to the Red Planet. Kshatriya will serve as NASA’s first … Indian American engineer to head NASA’s newly established Moon to Mars Program
NEW YORK (TIP): Five Indian American women figure in Barron’s fourth annual list of the 100 Most Influential Women in US Finance honoring “women who have achieved positions of prominence in the financial services industry and are helping to shape its future.” Chosen by a panel of Barron’s writers and editors based on external and … Five Indian American women among Barron’s 100 most influential women in US finance
HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): The Indian Panorama organized the fourth Holi & Hola celebrations at Antun’s by Minar here on March 19, 2023. Attended by over a hundred guests, the event exhibited the fraternal bonds between the diverse Indian diaspora. The very idea of celebrating Holi and the Sikh Hola Mohalla together is to promote brotherhood … The Indian Panorama Holi & Hola Celebrations receive huge appreciation of the guests
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Bihar Foundation of USA (East Coast) hosted the “Bihar Diwas Celebration” on Tuesday, March 21, igniting memories of home for the diaspora and members of the Indian American community gathered here. On the occasion, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar sent a special congratulatory message. CM lauded the efforts of Bihar Foundation … Bihar Foundation (East Coast Chapter) Celebrated ‘Bihar Diwas 2023’ at Consulate General of India New York
Mumbai (TIP)- While the formal announcement of the dates and venues for this year’s ODI World Cup in India is awaited, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has denied media reports that Pakistan will play their matches at a neutral venue. “As far as we are concerned, everything is full speed for a full event in … Plan is to stage entire 2023 ODI World Cup in India: ICC source
New Delhi (TIP)- The indomitable Nikhat Zareen continued to shine bright while Lovlina Borgohain rediscovered her winning touch as hosts India capped off a memorable campaign in the Women’s Boxing World Championships with four gold medals. With the Paris Olympics approaching, it augurs well that the Indian contingent matched its best performance in terms of … Fantastic 4 sparkle at World Championships, but Indian boxers have a long way to go
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick and surpassed 100 career goals for Argentina with three in the first half of Tuesday’s international friendly against Curacao. The World Cup winners beat the Caribbean side 7-0 in their second match since clinching the trophy in December. The 35-year-old Messi opened the scoring against Curacao in the 20th minute … Milestone Messi hits century for Argentina
Scott McTominay scored twice as Scotland upset Spain 2-0 in qualifying for the European Championship, their first win in 39 years over one of the football’s biggest heavyweights. McTominay’s goals came after he also scored two in a 3-0 win over Cyprus on Saturday and ended Spain’s 19-game unbeaten run in European qualifiers. The result … Scotland take Spain scalp, Croatia win