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Indian-origin owned restaurant in Virginia vandalized with racist graffiti

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HENRICO COUNTY, VA (TIP): In yet another incident of rising hate crimes against the Indian American community, an Indian restaurant in Henrico County, Virginia was vandalized with vulgar and racist graffiti. The side and back of the India K’ Raja restaurant building at 9051 W. Broad St. were spray-painted with derogatory words and phrases targeting … Indian-origin owned restaurant in Virginia vandalized with racist graffiti

Indian American Sarah Thankam Mathews among 2022 National Book Awards finalists

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NEW YORK (TIP): Indian American author Sarah Thankam Mathews has made it to the finals of the 2022 National Book Awards with her debut novel ‘All This Could Be Different.’ The Winners will be announced on Nov 16 at the 73rd National Book Awards Ceremony & Benefit Dinner at Cipriani Wall Street in New York … Indian American Sarah Thankam Mathews among 2022 National Book Awards finalists

Indian Diaspora launches ‘Indo American Votes Matter’ campaign for 2022 election

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): With Indian Americans making about 4.5 million people in the United States, an Indian Diaspora group has launched a campaign to encourage more participation in mid-term election to augment their influence on policy matters. The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS), a US-based non-profit institution for policy research and awareness, … Indian Diaspora launches ‘Indo American Votes Matter’ campaign for 2022 election

Indian American man arrested for killing daughter-in-law over her plans to divorce his son

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FRESNO (TIP): A 74-year-old Indian American man has been arrested in Fresno, California, for fatally shooting his daughter-in-law last week at a parking lot of a Walmart in San Jose where she worked. Sital Singh Dosanjh killed Gurpreet Kaur Dosanjh “possibly out of anger over her plans to divorce his son. According to the police, … Indian American man arrested for killing daughter-in-law over her plans to divorce his son

Indian American Priti Krishtel wins $800,000 McArthur Fellowship

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NEW YORK (TIP):  Indian American health justice lawyer Priti Krishtel has been awarded a McArthur Fellowship for exposing inequities in the patent system to increase access to affordable, life-saving medications on a global scale. “By distilling the technical aspects of the patent system to show its sometimes-devastating impact on people’s lives, Krishtel is galvanizing a … Indian American Priti Krishtel wins $800,000 McArthur Fellowship

Indian American Esha Gadi, Riya Balaji win IPA 2022 Youth Essay Competition

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NEW YORK (TIP): Isha Gadi of Warrington, Pennsylvania, and Riya Balaji of San Jose, California, have won this year India Philanthropy Alliance Youth Essay Competition in the high school and middle school categories, respectively. For the first time since the inception of the competition in 2020, essay winners will have the opportunity to present their … Indian American Esha Gadi, Riya Balaji win IPA 2022 Youth Essay Competition

American Dr Vivek Murthy on WHO board as US representative

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): President Joe Biden has nominated US Surgeon General, Dr Vivek Murthy, to serve as the country’s representative on the executive board of the World Health Organisation. Dr Murthy, 45, will serve in the new position alongside his continued duties as the US Surgeon General, the White House said in a statement. He … American Dr Vivek Murthy on WHO board as US representative

We are both daughters of India, in a way: Priyanka Chopra to Kamala Harris

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): United States Vice President Kamala Harris and Indian actress Priyanka Chopra shared a stage past week, reflecting on their Indian connections, marriage equality and climate change. Chopra, who is now settled in Los Angeles, was invited by the Democratic National Committee’s Women’s Leadership Forum to interview the Vice President for a fireside … We are both daughters of India, in a way: Priyanka Chopra to Kamala Harris

Robert Vadra attends wedding in Chicago

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CHICAGO (TIP): Indian National Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi’s husband and businessman Robert Vadra attended the marriage function of an eminent Indian-American from Chicago. The wedding of Iram Shareef, daughter of Chicago-based businessman Iftekhar Shareef, last Friday, September 30, at the popular Shalimar Banquets in the city was attended by eminent Indian-Americans, including Bharat Barai and … Robert Vadra attends wedding in Chicago

Shreya Ghosal to celebrate her twenty years in Bollywood with an international music tour

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The renowned Bollywood singer Shreya Ghoshal known for her melodious and soulful voice and robust on-stage energy will headline a series of concerts across the world in different countries. As the world is working its way back towards normalcy after the pandemic, the music industry is also trying to bring back happiness and certain excitement … Shreya Ghosal to celebrate her twenty years in Bollywood with an international music tour

NYC FEST INTERSECTSART WITH SCIENCE

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By Mabel Pais New York City’s Imagine Science Film Festival announced the lineup of films and events for the hybrid presentation of its 15th edition, taking place October 14-21. This year continues Imagine Science’s unique exploration through cinema of the intersection between science and society. This year’s theme is Science New Wave, characterized by its … NYC FEST INTERSECTSART WITH SCIENCE

A FILM FESTIVAL NOTEWORTHY LIKE NO OTHER

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By Mabel Pais ‘Double Exposure’ Investigative Film Festival for its eighth annual season presents the 11 investigative feature films selected for the highly curated film festival and symposium series. It takes place in-person, October 13-16 in Washington, DC. Based in Washington D.C., the epicenter of power in the United States, if not the world, Double … A FILM FESTIVAL NOTEWORTHY LIKE NO OTHER

Manchester City and Chelsea secure easy wins, Real Madrid edge past Shakhtar

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Manchester City and Chelsea breezed past FC Copenhagen and AC Milan respectively in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, October 5. Erling Haaland scored a brace for City as they continued their perfect start to the UCL campaign. The Norwegian striker scored in the seventh and 32nd minutes to continue his brilliant start to the … Manchester City and Chelsea secure easy wins, Real Madrid edge past Shakhtar

India vs South Africa: Sanju Samson heroics in vain as India lose 1st ODI

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A new-look India, led by Shikhar Dhawan, suffered a nine-run defeat at the hands of South Africa in the first ODI at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Thursday, October 6. With the win, South Africa earned the crucial Super League points, which they desperately need to qualify for … India vs South Africa: Sanju Samson heroics in vain as India lose 1st ODI

Shooting included in 2026 CWG but wrestling and archery miss out

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Melbourne (TIP)- Shooting will return to the Commonwealth Games roster in the 2026 edition in Victoria, Australia, while wrestling has been dropped in a bitter-sweet turn of events for India. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) and the Commonwealth Games Australia on Wednesday unveiled the full sport programme for the Victoria 2026 CWG, featuring 20 sports … Shooting included in 2026 CWG but wrestling and archery miss out

Four Indian-Americans in Forbes 400 rich list

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Vinod Khosla, Romesh Wadhwani and Rakesh Gangwal made it to the Forbes 2022 list. Indian-Americans Vinod Khosla, Romesh Wadhwani and Rakesh Gangwal made it to the Forbes 2022 list of 400 wealthiest Americans with Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry leading the pack with a net worth of $8.2 billion. Overall, Tesla’s Elon Musk earned the top … Four Indian-Americans in Forbes 400 rich list

UN agency warns of recession linked to ‘imprudent’ monetary policy

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A United Nations agency warned on Monday of the risk of a monetary policy-induced global recession that would have especially serious consequences for developing countries and called for a new strategy. “Excessive monetary tightening could usher in a period of stagnation and economic instability” for some countries, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development … UN agency warns of recession linked to ‘imprudent’ monetary policy

Recession avoidable with right fiscal policies: IMF

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Global recession can be avoided if governments’ fiscal policies were consistent with monetary policy tightening, but likely there would be countries falling into recession next year, the International Monetary Fund’s managing director Kristalina Georgieva said. In the context of monetary policy tightening, fiscal policy cannot stay idle because the cost of living crisis is hitting … Recession avoidable with right fiscal policies: IMF

Elon Musk may go ahead with original price of $54.20 a share for Twitter

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Elon Musk is proposing to buy Twitter Inc. for the original offer price of $54.20 a share, potentially avoiding a courtroom fight over one of the most contentious acquisitions in recent history. Musk made the proposal in a letter to Twitter, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified discussing … Elon Musk may go ahead with original price of $54.20 a share for Twitter

Karwa Chauth

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Karwa Chauth is considered to be a very special day in the life of a married woman. It is a one day festival in which married women observe fast from sunrise to moonrise with much fervor and gaiety. The day falls on the fourth day of Kartik month in Hindu calendar, about nine days before … Karwa Chauth

Rameshwaram: The Bridge on the Indian Ocean

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Rameshwaram is located on a beautiful island in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is separated by a small Pamban channel from Sri Lanka. According to Hindu mythology, this is the place where Lord Rama created a bridge across the sea to Sri Lanka. Rameshwaram has the first sea bridge connecting the town … Rameshwaram: The Bridge on the Indian Ocean

EU mandates USB Type-C as common charger for mobile phones, tablets by 2024

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Common charger for mobile devices will soon be a reality as the European parliament on Tuesday passed a new law requiring USB Type-C to be the single charger for all mobile phones and tablets from 2024, a press release by the EU Parliament read. The new law, adopted by plenary on Tuesday with 602 votes … EU mandates USB Type-C as common charger for mobile phones, tablets by 2024

Ingenuity helicopter spots mysterious foreign object on Mars

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Engineers flying the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars have spotted a foreign object on the surface in the footage beamed back by the helicopter. The object was seen in the helicopter’s navigation camera footage during its 33rd hop on the alien world. The Jet propulsion Laboratory, which flies the quadcopter on Mars, said that the foreign … Ingenuity helicopter spots mysterious foreign object on Mars

New drug NMT5 may turn covid virus against itself, fight variants

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Scientists in the US have developed a new drug that can turn SARS-CoV-2 against itself, and prevent the deadly virus from infecting humans. The researchers from The Scripps Research Institute believe that the drug, called NMT5, is likely to be effective against the emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2. The drug, described in the journal Nature Chemical … New drug NMT5 may turn covid virus against itself, fight variants

Researchers find immunotherapies for chemotherapy-resistant breast tumor

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The researchers have identified immune cell types that could be targeted to create particular immunotherapies for chemotherapy-resistant breast tumours. Researchers from King’s College London and The Institute of Cancer Research, London, with support from Breast Cancer Now, have performed a deep dive into the different immune markers within tumour tissues and blood samples of early … Researchers find immunotherapies for chemotherapy-resistant breast tumor

Face masks to try for healthy and glowing skin

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Banana lemon and honey mask ‘The fibrous fruit not only helps with blood pressure and digestion, but also works wonders for your skin. This banana and honey fruit pack helps exfoliate the skin and gets rid of the clogged pores and dry, dead skin, leaving your skin with a subtle glow. How to make: Take … Face masks to try for healthy and glowing skin

Morning drinks for good skin, great hair and weight loss

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Regular exercise and proper food not only helps you to build immunity but also keeps your weight in check. To aid the process, all you need to add to your daily routine is a morning drink that will improve your health overall just like a miracle. Result? Good skin. Great hair. And of course, weight … Morning drinks for good skin, great hair and weight loss

Doodhi Ka Halwa

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Ingredients Lauki (bottle gourd) 300 gms Milk 500 ml Sugar 20 gms Khoya 5 gms Kishmish 2 gms Cashewnuts 2 gms Saffron 5 strands Desi ghee 5 gms Cardamom powder 1 gm Method –              Remove the outer skin of bottle gourd (lauki) and grate it. –              Squeeze to remove excess water. –              Heat 3 grams … Doodhi Ka Halwa

Lifting weights once a week linked to reduced risk of premature death: Study

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It is well known that aerobic exercises, such as running and cycling, can help you live longer, but less has been known about the effect of lifting weights on longevity. Now, results from a new study suggest that adding weightlifting to your exercise regime, even in later life, is a sensible thing to do if … Lifting weights once a week linked to reduced risk of premature death: Study

Margot Robbie, Cara Delevingne involved in fight with pap

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Actors Margot Robbie and Cara Delevingne were reportedly involved in an altercation with a photographer in Argentina recently. The altercation, which soon became physical as the actors got involved, resulted in the paparazzo pressing charges after he ended up with a broken arm. Two friends of the actors, who reports say aren’t bodyguards, have been … Margot Robbie, Cara Delevingne involved in fight with pap