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THE INDO-AMERICAN ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS “ERASING BORDERS” and “INDIA @ 75” DANCE FESTIVAL

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Indo-American Arts Council has announced the always eagerly anticipated dance performances this year,  including special events to celebrate the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence Day, August 15. The celebration will feature two live performances, August 6 & 7 at the Ailey Citigroup Theatre, and a virtual August 8th streaming with artists from … THE INDO-AMERICAN ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS “ERASING BORDERS” and “INDIA @ 75” DANCE FESTIVAL

Meet the 2022 Class of Asia 21 Young Leaders

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Asia Society Meet the 2022 class

Forty young leaders from across the world to join the venerable Asia Society network NEW YORK (TIP): Asia Society  announced on July 13 that 40 young leaders from across the world will form the newest class of the Asia 21 Young Leaders Network, joining an unparalleled network of over 1,000 individuals in politics, business, arts, … Meet the 2022 Class of Asia 21 Young Leaders

Community mourns the death of 3 young men killed in a fiery car crash on Northern State Parkway, Sunday, July 24

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NEW YORK (TIP):  Indian – American community is shocked at the death of three young men in a fiery car crash on Sunday, July 24. According to the Nassau Police, the three were  killed in fiery crash on Northern State Parkway in Long Island. Police said the driver veered off the road and hit several … Community mourns the death of 3 young men killed in a fiery car crash on Northern State Parkway, Sunday, July 24

UNSC calls for action on killing of UN peacekeepers in Congo

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Mortal remains of two Indian and one Moroccan peacekeeper transferred to Beni city NEW YORK (TIP): Members of the UN Security Council (UNSC) called on the Congolese authorities to swiftly investigate the killing of three UN Peacekeepers, including two BSF troopers, by a mob in Congo on Monday, July 25. A UNSC statement, piloted by … UNSC calls for action on killing of UN peacekeepers in Congo

FIA Chicago is celebrating 75 years of Independent India under the banner of “The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav

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FIA India Day Parade Chicago

CHICAGO, IL (TIP): : Federation of Indian Association, Chicago is celebrating 75 years of Independent India under the banner of “The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav”. Independence Day is always memorable – the day to rejoice in the glory of what India has been able to achieve and to remember the contributions, battles, and sacrifices of … FIA Chicago is celebrating 75 years of Independent India under the banner of “The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav

Joe Biden, Xi Jinping hold talks for over two hours

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Joe Biden and Xi Jinping

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, July 28,  warned US President Joe Biden against “playing with fire” over Taiwan, as Beijing’s concerns mounted over a possible visit to the Chinese-claimed island by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Quoting Chinese state media, Reuter  said Xi told Biden in their fifth call as leaders … Joe Biden, Xi Jinping hold talks for over two hours

Indian Americans charged with insider trading

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Indian Americans charged with insider trading

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed insider trading charges against several Indian Americans in connection with three separate schemes that together yielded more than $6.8 million in illicit gains. The SEC alleged that Amit Bhardwaj, the former chief information security officer (CISO) of Lumentum Holdings, along with his friends, … Indian Americans charged with insider trading

Indian American Amit Kumar Kanubhai Patel convicted of international parental kidnapping

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Indian American man convicted of international parental kidnapping

CAMDEN, NJ  (TIP): A 38-year-old Indian American has been convicted of international parental kidnapping after he took his US-born child to India and later failed to bring the kid back to the mother in the United States. Amit Kumar Kanubhai Patel from Vadodara, who formerly lived in Edison, New Jersey, was convicted last week of … Indian American Amit Kumar Kanubhai Patel convicted of international parental kidnapping

Indian American Aruna Miller likely to be Maryland’s next Lt. Governor

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Indian American Aruna Miller

MARYLAND (TIP): With opinion polls heavily favoring Democrats, Indian American Aruna Miller is likely to be elected as the next Lieutenant Governor of Maryland in November as best-selling author Wes Moore’s running mate. In a competitive race for the nomination, army veteran Moore bested former Labor Secretary and DNC Chairman Tom Perez in addition to … Indian American Aruna Miller likely to be Maryland’s next Lt. Governor

Indian – origin Rishi Sunak trailed Liz Truss in TV debate in poll of electoral college-Survey Report

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Indian – origin Rishi Sunak trailed Liz in debate

LONDON (TIP): Liz Truss, the incumbent caretaker Foreign Secretary in deposed UK Prime Minister Boris Johnsons government, beat her rival Rishi Sunak, the Indian-origin former Chancellor, according to a survey of ruling Conservative party members, the electoral college to choose the winner. Forty-seven per cent of respondents to pollster Opinium sounding them out felt Truss … Indian – origin Rishi Sunak trailed Liz Truss in TV debate in poll of electoral college-Survey Report

Indian American Apoorva Mehta, Instacart co-founder, calls it quits

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Indian American Apoorva Mehta, Instacart co-founder ,calls it quits

SAN FRANCISCO (IP): As Instacart prepares to IPO, its Indian American co-founder Apoorva Mehta says he will be stepping down as executive chairman and transitioning off the board of directors once the company goes public. A year ago, Mehta left his role as chief executive of the grocery delivery unicorn he started nearly a decade … Indian American Apoorva Mehta, Instacart co-founder, calls it quits

Surge in ED raids

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Financial probe agency’s credibility is at stake Amid the Opposition’s allegation that government agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are being misused, the Centre has told the Rajya Sabha that raids carried out by the ED during 2014-2022 saw a nearly 27-fold increase as compared to the searches conducted between 2004 and 2014, when … Surge in ED raids

Rajya Sabha ticket racket

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Audacity reflects the social sanction to corruption How else to describe it but as the audacity of the corrupt when a racket promising a Rajya Sabha seat or a governorship for up to Rs 100 crore is busted by the Central Bureau of Investigation? The four accused were arrested over phone intercepts offering appointments as … Rajya Sabha ticket racket

Now Andrea Horwath, Sukh Dhaliwal to run for Mayor, Ravi Kahlon is not in run for BC Premier

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Politics is a game of beautiful uncertainties. Essentially mandated to serve people at large, politicians are known for  sudden shifts in their roles. The shifts are mostly induced by denial of roles they wanted to perform. Being a Federal or a Provincial Minister once, some find it little hard to subsequently adjust  as an elected … Now Andrea Horwath, Sukh Dhaliwal to run for Mayor, Ravi Kahlon is not in run for BC Premier

How to celebrate President Droupadi’s election

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How to celebrate Murmu victory

“The report observes that the ‘development paradigm’ has aggravated the difficulties of the ‘marginalized’ as the benefits have been ‘disproportionately cornered by the dominant sections at the expense of the poor, who have borne most of the costs.’ In the case of the ‘tribes’, it resulted in their loss of cultural identity, destruction of their … How to celebrate President Droupadi’s election

Black Sea deal to ease global food challenge

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Pic for Black Sea deal to ease global food shortage

“There has been rise in food and fuel prices, as well as supply chain issues, as the mountains of grain stocks remained stuck in silos. It shows the enormous cost of allowing the conflict to rage on, supplying arms to Ukraine as well as using the sanctions to isolate Russia, a permanent member of the … Black Sea deal to ease global food challenge

Former Republicans and Democrats to form new third US political party

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LOS ANGELES (TIP): Dozens of former Republican and Democratic officials will announce on Wednesday a new national political third party to appeal to millions of voters they say are dismayed with what they see as America’s dysfunctional two-party system. The new party, called Forward, will initially be co-chaired by former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang … Former Republicans and Democrats to form new third US political party

US economy shrinks again sparking recession fears

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US economy shrinks again

WASHINGTON,D.C.(TIP):  The US economy has shrunk for the second quarter in a row, a milestone that in many countries would be considered an economic recession. That is not the case in the US, which uses additional data to make that call. But the contraction, at an annual rate of 0.9% in the three months to … US economy shrinks again sparking recession fears

Rishi Sunak pledges major crackdown on sex offenders

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Rishi Sunak pledges to punish sex offenders

LONDON (TIP): The Indian origin contender for UK Prime Minister’s post Rishi Sunak has vowed to hunt down and stamp out grooming gangs who prey on children and young women, and make their ringleaders subject to maximum life sentences as part of his campaign pledge. Under a government headed by him, the Ready4Rishi campaign team … Rishi Sunak pledges major crackdown on sex offenders

Commonwealth Games Begin in Birmingham

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Commonwealth Games begin

The biggest and the most expensive sporting event in the U.K. since the 2012 London Olympics P.V. Sindhu, Manpreet Singh Lead Indian Contingent at Birmingham Commonwealth Games  Opening Ceremony BIRMINGHAM (TIP): The opening ceremony of the 22nd Commonwealth Games began here on Thursday, July 28,  amid much fanfare and in front of an estimated 30,000 … Commonwealth Games Begin in Birmingham

2 pilots killed in Mig-21 aircraft crash near Barmer in Rajasthan

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2 die in Mig crash

BARMER (TIP): Two Indian Air Force pilots were killed when their twin-seater Mig-21 trainer aircraft met with an accident near Barmer in Rajasthan on July 28  night. The IAF said the accident took place around 9:10 pm. “A twin seater Mig-21 trainer aircraft of the IAF was airborne for a training sortie from Utarlai air … 2 pilots killed in Mig-21 aircraft crash near Barmer in Rajasthan

Use amla for dull, dandruff-prone scalp and weak hair

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Amla is the gift that never stops giving to your hair. In easy-to-understand terms, it only knows how to treat your hair. Backing its charm for centuries now, ask your elders about its unmatchable benefits. Famously called, Indian Gooseberry, it holds a surprise package. The green fruit although sour for your taste buds, it’s what … Use amla for dull, dandruff-prone scalp and weak hair

Women experience higher rates of depression than men: Research

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Women

Despite the fact that there are treatments for depression, many people find these treatments to be ineffective at times. In addition, women are more likely than males to have depression, but the cause for this difference is unknown. This makes treating their disorders more challenging at times. The findings of the study were published this … Women experience higher rates of depression than men: Research

Chikar Chole

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Chikar Chole

Chikar Chole is a Punjabi chickpea curry. The word Chikar (pronounced chik-kar) is a Punjabi word that means soft and mushy chole or chickpeas. Ingredients 1 Cup Chickpeas (Soaked overnight) 1 Boiled Potato, 1 Onion Paste, 1 tsp Ginger Paste, 1 tsp Garlic Paste 1 cup Curd 1 Stick Cinnamon 5-6 Black Peppercorns 1 Black … Chikar Chole

Scientists reveal vitamin B6 supplements may reduce anxiety, depression

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According to a recent study, using high-dose vitamin B6 supplements will lessen anxiety and depressive symptoms. The findings of the research were published in the journal ‘Human Psychopharmacology Clinical and Experimental’. Scientists at the University of Reading measured the impact of high doses of Vitamin B6 on young adults and found that they reported feeling … Scientists reveal vitamin B6 supplements may reduce anxiety, depression

New study finds out why Omicron variant is highly transmissible

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A study comparing four variants of SARS-CoV-2 shows how the Omicron variant is adept at entering cells and escaping neutralisation from existing vaccines or prior infection, potentially contributing to the variant’s high transmissibility. Published in journal ‘Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences’ (PNAS) on July 19, the study suggests that Omicron mutations increase the … New study finds out why Omicron variant is highly transmissible

Ghana confirms outbreak of deadly marburg virus

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West African nation of Ghana has confirmed first cases of the deadly Marburg virus from two people in the southern Ashanti region. According to World Health Organization (WHO), Marburg virus disease is a highly virulent disease that causes haemorrhagic fever, with a fatality ratio of up to 88 per cent. The Marburg virus can spread … Ghana confirms outbreak of deadly marburg virus

India start ODI series against West Indies with two world records in sight

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Port of Spain (TIP)- Shikhar Dhawan-led Team India is pitted as the favourites in the three-match ODI series against West Indies despite the absence of a number of their first-XI players including regular captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.  Apart from India’s recent performance in white-ball cricket – they beat England in both T20Is and … India start ODI series against West Indies with two world records in sight

Ronaldo’s future uncertain at Manchester United

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The weekly social media posts published by Cristiano Ronaldo this offseason typically have shown the soccer superstar half-dressed, muscles bulging, either working out or promoting one of his many brands. Remaining relevant and highly visible is clearly so important to the player who, along with Lionel Messi, is the greatest of his generation. That also … Ronaldo’s future uncertain at Manchester United

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for maiden World Championships final with 88.39m throw

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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra qualified for his maiden World Championships final with a stunning first attempt throw of 88.39m at Eugene. The 24-year-old Indian, hot favourite for a medal, opened the men’s javelin throw Group A qualification round and sent his spear to 88.39m for his third career-best throw,  on Thursday, July 21. The medal … Neeraj Chopra qualifies for maiden World Championships final with 88.39m throw