Harry Potter author JK Rowling received a death threat on Twitter after condemning the attack on British writer Salman Rushdie. Salman was stabbed by a 24-year-old New Jersey resident identified as Hadi Matar, during an event in Western New York. He faced Islamist death threats for years after writing The Satanic Verses. Now J K … Scotland Police starts probe after JK Rowling receives death threats
Ranveer Singh, who was hailed by many for his performance in ’83, has won the Best Actor of the Year award at the prestigious Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IIFM). The film featured him in the role of the Indian cricket team captain Kapil Dev and was directed by Kabir Khan. It was based on … Ranveer wins Best Actor Award for 83 in Melbourne
If the industry grapevine is to be believed, actress Tammannaah Bhatia has now been roped in for director Nelson Dilipkumar’s much-awaited action entertainer ‘Jailer’, featuring the Tamil superstar Rajinikanth in the lead. However, there has been no official confirmation in this regard. In fact, the only actress to have confirmed her presence in the project … Tamannaah Bhatia to play female lead opposite Rajinikanth in ‘Jailer’?
The critical acclaim for her OTT show ‘Maharani’ has opened doors to interesting work opportunities for Huma Qureshi, who believes she can now headline a project. Known for movies such as ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, ‘D-Day’, ‘Dedh Ishqiya’ and ‘Badlapur’, the actress said her work in the digital space has led her to some “cool” characters. … Huma Qureshi says success of ‘Maharani’ has got her opportunities to shoulder films
Bollywood actor Aparshakti Khurana is all set to give ‘Dhokha to his fans! Before readers jump to any conclusion, lets clear the doubt first. ‘Dhokha – Round D Corner’ is a suspense thriller from director Kookie Gulati with Aparshakti, R Madhavan, Khushali Kumar and Darshan Kumar starring in key roles. Aparshakti, who’s mostly seen in … Aparshakti Khurana To Play A Kashmiri Terrorist
By Murtaza Ali Khan The long-awaited Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor starrer ‘Laal Singh Chaddha,’ which has finally hit the theatres this week, is an adaptation of the 1986 novel titled ‘Forrest Gump’ by the American author Winston Groom. The novel was famously adapted by Eric Roth for the 1994 Hollywood film of the same … ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ Review: A breath of fresh air
Bengaluru (TIP)- The Bharatiya Janata party (BJP) on Sunday, August 14, shared a seven-minute video blaming the first Indian Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru, and the Communist party for the Partition of India in 1947. The Congress hit back saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi was using “the most traumatic historical events as fodder for his … Row over video targeting Nehru, his exclusion from Karnataka govt ad
Mumbai (TIP)- Chief minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday, August 14, allocated portfolios to all 20 members of the council of ministers keeping urban development, transport and public works department with himself, while key ministries — home, finance and housing — went to deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis. This development comes five days after the induction … Maharashtra cabinet: Fadnavis takes finance, home ministry, Shinde holds urban development
The Congress will get three ministerial berths in the new Nitish Kumar government in Bihar, a senior party leader said on Sunday, August 15. State Congress in-charge Bhakta Charan Das said two party MLAs would take oath as ministers on August 16, and one more legislator would be inducted when the next Cabinet expansion happened … Bihar: Congress to get three berths in Nitish Kumar govt
New Delhi (TIP)- India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday, August 14. In her maiden address to the nation on the eve of the 76th Independence Day, … World has seen a new India rising in recent years: President Murmu in her maiden I-Day eve speech
President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday, August 14, approved 107 gallantry awards for soldiers, said a government statement. Among the recipients are a soldier who went above and beyond the call of duty and killed two wanted terrorists in Kashmir, an Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot who evacuated Indians from Kabul in hostile conditions, a woman … President Murmu approves 107 gallantry awards
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Amit Jani, former national Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) director for Joe Biden’s presidential campaign, has become acting White House liaison at the Department of Homeland Security, according to a Politico West Wing Playbook report. Indian American Jani, who has worked with several lawmakers including New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Senator … Indian American Amit Jani named acting White House liaison at DHS
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Three Indian American candidates, Republican Harry Arora and Democrats Kesha Ram Hinsdale and Josh Kaul have advanced to November elections winning party nominations in the Aug 9 primary in Connecticut, Vermont and Wisconsin respectively. In Connecticut, Republican nominee Harry who ran unopposed for Connecticut treasurer will face attorney Erick Russell who defeated … 3 Indian American candidates win party primaries
EDISON, NJ (TIP): Indian-American teenager Aarya Walvekar from Virginia has been crowned Miss India USA 2022 at the annual pageant held in New Jersey. An aspiring actor Aarya, 18, said, “It has been my childhood dream to see myself on the silver screen and work in films and TV.”Her hobbies include exploring new places, cooking … Indian American teenager Aarya Walvekar from Virginia crowned Miss India USA 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): After serving more than a decade on Capitol Hill, Indian American policy advisor Karishma Merchant has joined Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit driving transformation in the American workforce and education systems. As Associate Vice President of Policy & Advocacy, Merchant would lead JFF’s work to advance nonpartisan, practice-informed public … Indian American Karishma Merchant joins Jobs for the Future as Associate VP
EDISON, NJ (TIP): 1A 0-year-old Indian American boy from New Jersey has recently won top honors in PETA kids 2022 All Star for Animals Contest. Nirvaan Agarwal has attended county commissioner meetings to advocate for animals held in a roadside zoo and volunteered to help animals in sanctuaries. A vegan since birth, Nirvaan has been … Indian American 10-year-old, Nirvaan, wins national PETA Kids award
CHICAGO, IL (TIP): Grand India Day Parade to commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav CHICAGO -August 6, 2022, Federation of Indian Associations, Chicago organized a stunning parade on Devon Avenue to celebrate India’s 75th Independence Day and to mark the beginning of a series of events to Commemorate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. Mohan Kaka, an 86-year-old … FIA Chicago marks the beginning of India’s 76th Independence Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A US-based Indian organization that caters to the interests of the Hindu-American community endorsed Rishi Sunak to become Britain’s first Indian-origin PM. The Republican Hindu Coalition (RHC), an organization in the US that was founded in 2015 to be the unique bridge between the Hindu-American community and Republican policymakers and leaders, said … Indian American organization endorses Rishi Sunak
Each organ of constitutional framework must function with efficiency & honesty Unfortunately, the fourth estate has receded to the far corner. Many elements of the media have been pressured or have been bought out. The inability of reputed columnists to fearlessly comment on issues of vital public concern has been a great loss. India attained … Building a strong India
CHICAGO, IL(TIP): Rowdies have been victorious in the three prior games that they have played, and Hurricanes came into their third game winning their past two games. This truly looked like a clash of the titans. Both teams have only local players vying for the topmost slot, and both teams are known to put their … Chicago Rowdies VS Chicago Hurricanes: Rowdies muscle their way to prove superiority
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Joining the people of India to honor the country’s democratic journey, US President Joe Biden on Sunday, August 14 said the two nations are indispensable partners. “As people around the world, including nearly four million (40 lakh) proud Indian-Americans, celebrate the 75th anniversary of India’s independence on August 15, the United States … US joins people of India to honor its democratic journey: Biden
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP) : Asserting that Salman Rushdie has consistently stood up for the universal rights of freedom of expression, freedom of religion and freedom of the press, US Secretary of State Tony Blinken on Sunday, August 14, said Iranian state institutions have incited violence against the Indian-origin author for generations and state-affiliated media recently … Rushdie stood up for universal rights of freedom of expression, freedom of religion: Blinken
NEW YORK (TIP): Salman Rushdie, the acclaimed author who was stabbed repeatedly at a public appearance in New York state on Friday, August 12 33 years after Iran’s then-supreme leader called for him to be killed, is off a ventilator and his health is improving, his agent and a son said on Sunday, August 14. … Salman Rushdie survives a murderous attack on way to slow recovery
NEW DELHI (TIP) In line with the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose to wear a white safa with tricolor stripes and a long trail for his 76th Independence Day look. Speaking from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 76th Independence Day, the Prime Minister rolled … PM Modi Launches Attack against Nepotism and Graft; Calls for a Developed India by 2047
I.S. Saluja NEW YORK/GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Indian Embassy will organize a 3- day “MADE IN INDIA” grand trade exhibition in Guatemala City on 21-23 September 2022. This was disclosed by Manoj Mohapatra, India’s Ambassador to Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Ambassador Mohapatra told the Editor of The Indian Panorama that over the last ten … Indian Embassy in Guatemala to organize a 3-day “MADE IN INDIA” grand trade exhibition in Guatemala City on 21-23 September 2022
I. S. Saluja HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): The claims made in the official press release issued by the Media Coordinator for IDP USA are sharply in contrast with the facts when it comes to the poor response to the much-touted Independence Day parade in Hicksville. What surprised everybody was that a combination of good weather, shorter … IDP USA 2022 Parade Fails to Attract Indian American Community: Waste of Public Money, People say
If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance abuse or any type of mental health crisis, you are not alone. You matter more than you know – and there are trained, compassionate professionals who want to assist you during these difficult times. By calling or texting 988, you can take the first step toward getting the … A Milestone in Suicide Prevention Efforts
By Prabhjot Singh Putting behind the traumatic partition that coincided with its Independence, India is fast emerging as a super economic power. It has shed both its initial image of a “Panchsheel” nation and subsequently a leader of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) to carve for itself a new role of a global leader. It, however, … Seventy-five years of Independence – progress, prosperity and peace – but not for all
India was founded as a democratic and secular state with great emphasis on interfaith and inter ethnicity tolerance and utmost respect for human rights. Successive governments have diluted the main principles on which India was founded, Modi has put the last nail on coffin of the ideals of the founders. It is yet to be … Comment: Dave Makkar
Ajay Ghosh STAMFORD, CT (TIP): The Mill River Park in Stamford, CT on Saturday, August 6th wore a festive look as Indian Americans gathered in large numbers to celebrate India’s 75th Independence Day with an annual India Day Festival. Dressed in colorful traditional Indian attire, with melodious music from the popular Bollywood world, dances depicting … GOPIO-CT Celebrates India’s 75th Independence Day with Flag Hoisting, Kite Flying, Cultural Events