United States President Joe Biden knows he must focus on both the U.S. economy and global challenges In his second State of the Union address, U.S. President Joe Biden tried to articulate several messages under one big theme — his administration was committed to rebuilding America’s economy while standing up to its challenges abroad. Much … State of affairs: On Joe Biden’s second State of the Union address
‘Spy balloon’ underlines need for constant alertness Days after a US Air Force fighter jet shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon — which the US claimed was a ‘spy balloon’ — off the South Carolina coast, it has been reported that China operates a fleet of such balloons and has targeted several countries, including India … Chinese eye in sky
“The issue of the ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution is a fight about the fundamental rights included in Part III of the Constitution. The Kesavananda Bharati case also shows that there is no conflict between the fundamental rights of Part III and the directive principles of state policy of Part IV, and that fundamental rights … Defend Constitution against predatory politicians
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): In the latest improvement for taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service announced today, February 9, that people electronically filing their Form 1040-X, Amended U.S Individual Income Tax Return, will for the first time be able to select direct deposit for any resulting refund. Previously, taxpayers who filed Form 1040-X with the IRS had … New IRS features allow taxpayers electronically filing amended returns to choose direct deposit to speed refunds
CHICAGO, IL (TIP): Chicago City’s impressive overarching skyline and beautiful landscapes have helped it to secure a top spot in the World’s Best Cities list, but the local residents also know how their beautiful city struggles with violence and gun related crimes. These shooting incidents are a common occurrence taking place at the South Side … Tackling Gun Violence in the Chicago Neighborhoods: The Gandhi King Center for Non-Violence NFP Launched at Englewood, IL
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): President Joe Biden has urged the US Congress to pass a comprehensive immigration reform, a move which would provide a path to citizenship to not only illegal immigrants but also those who entered the country legally, like those on H-1B visas. In the 118th Congress, where the Opposition Republicans enjoy a majority … US President Biden seeks comprehensive immigration reform in State of the Union address
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Amidst massive layoffs in the American tech sector that have resulted in a large number of Indian professionals being jobless, two Indian-American organizations have launched an online petition urging President Joe Biden to extend the grace period of H-1B visas holders from two months to a year. This means that once fired … Online petition launched to extend grace period for H-1B visa holders to 12 months
ISTANBUL (TIP): More than 21,000 people have died in Turkey and Syria after earthquakes swept through the region Monday. Rescue workers are now racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble of collapsed buildings in freezing winter conditions. At least 78,124 people were injured across both countries, according to authorities. The 7.8 magnitude quake … Over 21,000 dead from quake in Turkey and Syria
SRIHARIKOTA (TIP): ISRO’s LV D2 carrying EOS-07 satellite and two co-passenger payloads lifted off from the spaceport here on Friday, February 10. In its second developmental flight, LV D2 carried EOS-07, an earth observation satellite as its main payload and two others — Janus-1 built by US-based Antaris and Chennai-headquartered Space Kidz India’s Azaadi SAT-2. … ISRO rocket with three satellites lifts off from Sriharikota
Asserts that his administration is building an economy where no one is left behind WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): America today is in a much better shape than it was two years ago when its economy was “reeling”, President Joe Biden has asserted, touting his administration’s economic accomplishments in his State of the Union address as he … US President Biden touts administration’s economic policies in State of the Union address
India prepares to host G20, SCO summits amidst regional rivalries “The G20 Summit will be bringing together leaders of countries which constitute two-thirds of the world’s population, while providing 90% of global GDP and 80% of global trade. The year 2023 is set to become the most complex and busy period in India’s diplomatic history. … China may play spoilsport
There has been a phenomenal growth of education infrastructure in the country in general and Punjab in particular. The number of private universities, including technical universities, have multiplied many times. The State is dotted with medical, dental, engineering, education and engineering colleges. Education has it all. The simple test for gauging the progress of a … Education: Private vs foreign universities and changing concepts of higher education
By Mabel Pais Calling All “I-Love-Wearing-Saree” Women! Do you wish to wear the elegance of the Indian saree without the draping hassle? Indo-American Sasha Revankar has found the answer. Asia’s largest and most prominent showcase for young designers, India Beach Fashion Week (IBFW), has selected only ONE Indian American brand for its 2023 runway show … INDO-AMERICAN DESIGNS THE ONE-MINUTE SAREE BRAND
By Mabel Pais The New Jersey Youth Chorus (NJYC) hosts two benefit concerts this month to raise community awareness and funds for local charities Oasis (oasisnj.org – a haven for women and children), on Saturday, February 11, and Matheny (matheny.org – a New Jersey-approved private school for children with disabilities) on Sunday, February 12. The … NJYC GIVES BACK FOR LOCAL CHARITIES
NEW YORK (TIP): Vaishnav Temple of New York, Inc, (VTNY) was established in December 1986 under the leadershipof the late Dr. Arvind Shah. Vaishnav Temple of New York is the first traditional ‘Pushtimargiya’temple in North America. For more than 30 years, members of VTNY and Indians in the community have shown their patrioticspirit and celebrated … 74th Republic Day Celebrated at Vaishnav Temple of New York
NEW YORK, NY(TIP): Giving his comment on the Governor’s proposed budget announcement, Senator John Liu thanked the governor “for honoring our collective commitment to fully funding foundation aid with an additional $2.7 billion for school funding in your budget proposal. New York school kids can finally receive a sound, basic education as they are long … SENATOR JOHN LIU COMMENTS ON EDUCATION ITEMS IN GOVERNOR HOCHUL’S PROPOSED BUDGET
LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): Former Commissioner of Nassau County Varinder Bhalla, a native of Amritsar in the Punjab state of India celebrated the life and legacy of his late father on the 50th anniversary of his passing by organizing an eye camp for free eye exam and eyeglasses for the underprivileged. The event was also … Long Island couple organize eye camp in native India; provide free eyeglasses to the needy
East London (TIP)- A poor batting performance cost India dear as they lost to hosts South Africa by five wickets in the final of the women’s tri-series final here on February 3. Chloe Tryon (57 not out off 32 balls) counterattacked with great gusto, hitting six fours and two sixes, to chase down a meagre … Indian batters falter as SA win women’s tri-series
Ahmedabad (TIP)- Shubman Gill smashed a whirlwind unbeaten maiden century in the shortest format as India thrashed New Zealand by 168 runs, their biggest-ever win in terms of runs, in the third and final T20 International to pocket the hard-fought series 2-1 here on Wednesday, February 1. India’s second highest margin of victory was 143-run … Gill hits maiden T20I ton as India beat NZ with biggest run margin
Lionel Messi may be in doubt as to whether he’ll be still playing for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup but he’s sure about one thing: he wants Lionel Scaloni to stay on as head coach until then, regardless. The 35-year-old Messi led Argentina to the title in Qatar last December and wasn’t entirely sure … Lionel Messi has doubts about playing 2026 World Cup at age 39
Juventus will face Inter Milan in the last four of the Italian Cup after beating Lazio 1-0 in Thursday’s, Feb 2, final quarter-final tie. The Brazilian’s second goal of the season won a tight contest in Turin and set up a two-legged semi-final against Juve’s biggest rivals Inter. Victory and a clean sheet came after … Juventus beat Lazio to reach Italian Cup semi-finals
London (TIP)- As many as three Adani group companies, including Adani Enterprises, have come un Shell delivered a record $40 billion profit in 2022, the energy giant said on Thursday, capping a tumultuous year in which a surge in energy prices after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine allowed it to hand shareholders unprecedented returns. The British … Energy giant Shell makes record $40 billion profit in tumultuous 2022
New Delhi (TIP)- As many as three Adani group companies, including Adani Enterprises, have come under short-term additional surveillance measure (ASM) framework of the BSE and NSE, according to the latest data available with the exchanges on Thursday, February 2. Apart from Adani Enterprises, the other two firms listed by the exchanges are — Adani … Stock Exchanges put 3 Adani Group companies under short-term surveillance
Alphabet Inc. will “meaningfully” slow its pace of hiring in 2023, Chief Financial Officer Ruth Porat said. The severance charge for the job cuts will range from $1.9 billion to $2.3 billion and will be reflected in this quarter’s results, Porat said on the company’s earnings call Thursday. Google’s parent made its largest job cuts … Google’s parent announces ‘meaningful’ slowdown in hiring pace for 2023
The Bank of England raised interest rates for the 10th straight time on Thursday and signalled the tide was turning in Britain’s battle against high inflation, forcing investors to dial down bets on a more aggressive tightening of policy. Softening their forecasts of recession this year, the BoE’s nine interest rate-setters voted 7-2 to increase … Bank of England raises borrowing costs to 4%, hints rates near peak
The Union Budget 2023-24 has tried to strike a balance between the imperatives of fiscal consolidation and boosting growth. The twin boosters of higher capex outlay and moderation in income taxes for the middle class are big positives at a time when global headwinds are expected to slow down growth. This has been done without … India’s Budget : Boost to capex & pvt consumption, infra push, green growth
By Murli Menon One is writing this from one’s garden facing suite at Orchard Palace Resort at Gondal which is a heritage hotel managed by the Royal family of Gondal. The most exciting part of the visit to Orchard Palace, is its location. Orchard Palace is adjacent to Gondal antique and classic cars museum of … Gondal – vintage car enthusiasts dream
The full moon day that falls in the month of Maghi (that is the month of January or February in the English calendar) is known as Maghi Purnima according to the Hindu Panchang. Maghi Purnima has special significance from a religious and spiritual point of view according to Hindu scriptures. Bathing, charity and chanting on … Maghi Purnima
Microsoft on Wednesday, February 1, rolled out a premium Teams messaging offering powered by ChatGPT to simplify meetings using the AI chatbot that has taken Silicon Valley by a storm.The premium service will cost $7 (roughly Rs. 600) per month in June before increasing to $10 (roughly Rs. 800) in July, Microsoft said. OpenAI-owned ChatGPT … Microsoft Rolls Out ChatGPT-Powered Teams Premium
We are all made of matter. This matter was first thrown outwards in the moments after the Big Bang when our universe came into existence. Over centuries it all packed together to form planets and eventually our Solar System and Earth as well. Scientists have now revealed a map of the matter in the universe … Scientists release the most accurate map of all the matter in universe