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Housefull Hearts & High Voltage Vibes: The Night Chicago Welcomed 2026 in Grand Desi Style

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Balloon Drops, Belly Rolls & Bollywood Beats: The Housefull Revolution of New Year’s Eve 2025 Chicago’s Desi Dynasty Rings in 2026: One Night, One Venue, One Million Memories CHICAGO, IL (TIP): Chicago’s South Asian Community Rings in 2026 with Electrifying Housefull New Year’s Eve Celebration at Ashton Place. As the final hours of 2025 counted … Housefull Hearts & High Voltage Vibes: The Night Chicago Welcomed 2026 in Grand Desi Style

India advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran amid unrest

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Media reports claim that protests have spread to 26 of Iran’s 31 provinces NEW DELHI (TIP): India on Monday advised its nationals to avoid all non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran in view of the deteriorating internal security situation triggered by widespread anti-government protests across the country. In an advisory issued by the … India advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran amid unrest

Two Indian-origin drivers arrested in US with $7 million cocaine

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SACRAMENTO (TIP) : Two Indian-origin truck drivers from California were arrested in the US after authorities discovered 309 pounds of cocaine, valued at approximately $7 million (approx. Rs 63 crore), hidden inside their semi-truck. The arrests come amid an ongoing legal and political dispute over the issuance and revocation of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for … Two Indian-origin drivers arrested in US with $7 million cocaine

Punjab-born community leader Sahibee Anand appointed Northeast England head of Overseas Friends of BJP UK

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LONDON (TIP) : Punjab-born community leader Sahibee Anand has been appointed as Northeast England Regional Convenor of Overseas Friends of Bharatiya Janata Party UK (OFBJP UK), a voluntary organization focused on diaspora outreach, cultural engagement, and people-to-people connections. Anand hails from Mohali, Punjab, and brings extensive grassroots experience in public service and community organization. In … Punjab-born community leader Sahibee Anand appointed Northeast England head of Overseas Friends of BJP UK

Indian-origin 59-year-old Singapore resident sentenced to 10 years in connection with Wirecard AG fraud

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SINGAPORE (TIP) : An Indian-origin Singaporean was on Tuesday, January 6, sentenced to 10 years in jail for involvement in falsification of documents concerning hundreds of millions of dollars by a Singapore-based company linked to Wirecard AG. Wirecard AG was a German payments company that collapsed in 2020. A Briton was also given six-and-a-half years … Indian-origin 59-year-old Singapore resident sentenced to 10 years in connection with Wirecard AG fraud

Indian American Couple from Andhra killed in road accident in US

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WASHINGTON (TIP): A couple from Andhra Pradesh settled in the United States died in a road accident in Washington, a police official said on Monday. K Krishna Kishore (49), a native of Palakollu, moved to the US in 1999 and married Asha (45), a native of Kakinada, who had already been settled there. “The couple, … Indian American Couple from Andhra killed in road accident in US

Family of Indian American Nikitha Godishala murdered by her boyfriend in US seeks international arrest warrant against suspect   

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The family members of Indian American Nikitha Godishala, who was found dead in the US, want the authorities there to issue an international arrest warrant against the suspect in her alleged killing for his quick arrest. Godishala’s kin are in touch with the US authorities so that her mortal remains can be … Family of Indian American Nikitha Godishala murdered by her boyfriend in US seeks international arrest warrant against suspect   

Court blocks Indian American Sridhar Vembu, co-founder Zoho, asset transfers amid $1.7B divorce battle

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SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): : Sridhar Vembu, co-founder and chief scientist of software company Zoho, is making headlines for reasons far removed from the tech world. A California court has ordered Vembu to post a $1.7 billion bond as part of a contentious divorce with his ex-wife, Pramila Srinivasan. The ruling comes amid concerns that asset … Court blocks Indian American Sridhar Vembu, co-founder Zoho, asset transfers amid $1.7B divorce battle

Breaking American laws can have serious consequences for student visa: US Embassy

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NEW DELHI (TIP): The US Embassy in India on Wednesday, January 7, said breaking American laws can have “serious consequences” for a student visa, as it termed a sojourn in the country, a privilege, not a right. The embassy in a post on X cautioned that one could become ineligible for future US visas if … Breaking American laws can have serious consequences for student visa: US Embassy

Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Billions of Dollars for Childcare and Support for Vulnerable Families

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NEW YORK (TIP): New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of four other attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the illegal withholding of over $10 billion in critical funds to their states that help ensure low-income families can afford childcare, housing, food, and more. On January 5 and 6, … Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Billions of Dollars for Childcare and Support for Vulnerable Families

Venezuelan Regime Issues Decree to ‘Search and Capture everyone involved in the Promotion or Support of the US Operation

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Venezuelan regime, now led by interim President Delcy Rodriguez following the capture of Nicolas Maduro, issued a decree ordering police to “immediately begin the national search and capture of everyone involved in the promotion or support for the armed attack” by the Trump administration. Reuters noted that the decree has been … Venezuelan Regime Issues Decree to ‘Search and Capture everyone involved in the Promotion or Support of the US Operation

Anger, outrage spills onto Minneapolis streets after ICE officer’s fatal shooting of Renee Good

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Hundreds of people protesting the shooting of Renee Good march in freezing rain at night down one of Minneapolis’ major thoroughfares MINNEAPOLIS (TIP): Hundreds of people protesting the shooting of Renee Good marched in freezing rain at night down one of Minneapolis’ major thoroughfares, chanting “ICE out now” and holding signs saying, “killer ICE off … Anger, outrage spills onto Minneapolis streets after ICE officer’s fatal shooting of Renee Good

17 House Republicans vote with Democrats to extend Obamacare subsidies for 3 years

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP)- The House passed a bill on Thursday, January 8, to extend the Affordable Care Act enhanced subsidies for three years by a vote of 230-196 with 17 Republicans voting with Democrats and defying GOP leaders, Allison Pecorin of ABC News reported. A tangible path forward that sends legislation through the Senate to … 17 House Republicans vote with Democrats to extend Obamacare subsidies for 3 years

India-US trade deal didn’t happen because Modi did not call Trump: Commerce Secretary Lutnick

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Lutnick’s remarks come a few days after Trump said that Modi knew he was unhappy with India’s purchases of Russian oil and that Washington could raise tariffs on New Delhi ‘very quickly’ WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said the trade deal with India did not happen because Prime Minister Narendra Modi … India-US trade deal didn’t happen because Modi did not call Trump: Commerce Secretary Lutnick

Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban finalise divorce after 19 yrs of marriage

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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are divorced and legally single. A Nashville, Tennessee, judge on Tuesday issued an order dissolving the 19-year marriage of the Oscar-winning actor and the Grammy-winning country singer. The judge said in a court filing that the couple’s settlements on splitting assets and child custody are sufficient and granted them the … Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban finalise divorce after 19 yrs of marriage

Sydney Sweeney will return as Millie Calloway in The Housemaid sequel

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It is confirmed. Actor Sydney Sweeney is officially stepping back into The Housemaid universe, reuniting with director Paul Feig for a sequel that has now been put into motion following the film’s unexpected box office surge. According to a report in Deadline, the studio has greenlit The Housemaid’s Secret, the follow-up to the psychological thriller … Sydney Sweeney will return as Millie Calloway in The Housemaid sequel

Priyanka Chopra gets bloody, brutal in first look of The Bluff

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Forget Jack Sparrow, Priyanka Chopra is charting a far grittier course into the pirate genre. The actor is stepping into a brutal, blood-soaked world with The Bluff, and the first look at her as the fearsome Bloody Mary charging at her co-star Karl Urban teased no-holds-barred action. On Jan 7, Priyanka as well as Prime … Priyanka Chopra gets bloody, brutal in first look of The Bluff

Chitrangda Singh would love to play Smita Patil in biopic: ‘It would be incredible’

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Actor Chitrangda Singh says she would love to step into the shoes of cinema legend Smita Patil if a biopic on the late actor is ever made. She admits it feels special, given how often she has been compared to Patil over the years. Speaking during a recent interaction with India Today, Chitrangda revealed that … Chitrangda Singh would love to play Smita Patil in biopic: ‘It would be incredible’

‘Uri’ connection: Katrina and Vicky name their newborn son Vihaan

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Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal welcomed their first child together, a baby boy, on Friday, November 7, 2025. Earlier today, they took to Instagram to share that they have named their firstborn Vihaan Kaushal. The caption read, “Our Ray of Light. Vihaan Kaushal. Prayers are answered. Life is beautiful. Our world is changed in an … ‘Uri’ connection: Katrina and Vicky name their newborn son Vihaan

Bhooth Bangla: Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy confirms May release

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The release date for the upcoming horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, headlined by actor Akshay Kumar, has been revised. The announcement confirmed that the film will now arrive in theatres on May 15, 2026. Balaji Motion Pictures shared the news on social media, writing, “Bangle se ek khabar aayi hai! (The news has come from the … Bhooth Bangla: Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy confirms May release

When US executed a ‘bold contingency plan’ to ensure Jaishankar’s security during government shutdown

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New York (TIP)- The US Department of State has highlighted a “mission-defining challenge” during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit here in November amid the US government shutdown, saying it put in a “bold contingency plan” to ensure his protection and security. An article dated December 30, 2025, by Supervisory Special Agent Gabriel Macias said … When US executed a ‘bold contingency plan’ to ensure Jaishankar’s security during government shutdown

Indian economy set to grow at 6.6%: UN report

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India’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient despite rising global uncertainty and trade tensions, even as expansion moderates from last year’s highs, according to a United Nations report released on Thursday, Jan 8. The World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2026 projects India’s growth to ease from an estimated 7.4 per cent in 2025 … Indian economy set to grow at 6.6%: UN report

BJP takes a U-turn as CM Fadnavis orders exit from ties with Cong, AIMIM

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Mumbai (TIP)- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Jan 7, directed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to immediately withdraw from local alliances with the Congress and the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) in two municipal councils, declaring such tie-ups “not acceptable.” Reacting to reports of alliances forged ahead of the January 15 BMC council elections, … BJP takes a U-turn as CM Fadnavis orders exit from ties with Cong, AIMIM

Karnataka govt to challenge VB-G RAM G Act in court

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The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday, Jan 8, unanimously resolved to reject the implementation of the recently enacted VB-G-RAM-G Act and legally challenge its validity, alleging that it is “against the spirit of the 73rd and 74th amendments to the Constitution”. VB G Ram G Act, which guarantees 125 days of wage employment a year, up … Karnataka govt to challenge VB-G RAM G Act in court

Counter-terror operations targeting terrorist infra, funding must continue in J-K: Amit Shah

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New Delhi (TIP)- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday, Jan 8, said counter- terror operations targeting terrorist infrastructure and terror financing must continue in a “mission mode”, asserting that all the resources will be made available to achieve the goal of “terror-free” Jammu and Kashmir at the earliest. Chairing a high-level security review meeting … Counter-terror operations targeting terrorist infra, funding must continue in J-K: Amit Shah

Justice Varma’s impeachment motion was never admitted in Rajya Sabha: Lok Sabha speaker to SC

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New Delhi (TIP)- The motion for the removal of Allahabad high court judge, justice Yashwant Varma, was never admitted in the Rajya Sabha on account of being “defective”, the Lok Sabha speaker’s office has told the Supreme Court, marking the latest twist surrounding the sensational case following the discovery of wads of cash in his … Justice Varma’s impeachment motion was never admitted in Rajya Sabha: Lok Sabha speaker to SC

ED raids spark fiery TMC-BJP standoff in poll-bound WB

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The Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) searches on Thursday at the offices of a political strategy firm in Kolkata turned into a pitched political battle with West Bengal’s chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee claiming it was an effort by the agency to glean intelligence on her party’s election strategy and candidates, and the … ED raids spark fiery TMC-BJP standoff in poll-bound WB

CELEBRATE HER 2025 GRAMMY® WIN WITH AVERY SUNSHINE

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By Mabel Pais AVERY SUNSHINE, 2025 GRAMMY® winner will captivate audiences with her smooth, vibrant, radiating power and joyful vocal music at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on January 16, 2026. Join in the celebration of Avery Sunshine’s GRAMMY® win! She was honored with the award for Best Progressive R&B Album in 2025 for her … CELEBRATE HER 2025 GRAMMY® WIN WITH AVERY SUNSHINE

NEW YORK CITY’S ANNUAL ‘DANCES WITH FILMS’ RETURNS FOR 4TH YEAR

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By Mabel Pais Featuring Director SHRUTI PAREKH’s Short film ‘HOMEBODY’ World Premiere Co-Directors SANDRO RAMANI & COREY DEVON ARTHUR’s Short film ‘IN EXCHANGE FOR FLESH’ Director BAKHTAWAR TAGAR’s Short film ‘NAAZ’ And many, many more DFW: Recently cited as one of MovieMaker’s “Coolest” film festivals The Annual ‘DANCES WITH FILMS’ (DWF) New York City edition … NEW YORK CITY’S ANNUAL ‘DANCES WITH FILMS’ RETURNS FOR 4TH YEAR

WNYC WITH THE APOLLO CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY…..

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MLK26: THE PAN-AFRICANIST – RESTITUTION & RECONCILIATION IN A GLOBAL STATE OF EMERGENCY By Mabel Pais WNYC celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its annual celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by partnering again with The Apollo for MLK26: The Pan-Africanist — Restitution & Reconciliation in a Global State of … WNYC WITH THE APOLLO CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY…..