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Indian American high school senior girls among 30 in the list of 2022 Edison Scholars

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Two Indian American high school senior girls among 30 in the list of 2022 Edison Scholars

EDISON, CA (TIP): : Two Indian American girls, Rhea Jethvani and Monica Pal are among 30 high school seniors in Southern California Edison’s service area named 2022 Edison Scholars by one of America’s largest electric utility holding companies. Edison International will award a total of $1.2 million in scholarships intended to help these students pursue … Indian American high school senior girls among 30 in the list of 2022 Edison Scholars

Book on Indian Community leader Dr. Sambhu Banik’s life and times launched

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Indian Community leader Dr. Sambhu Banik launched Book on life and times of community leader

MARYLAND (TIP): A book on the life and times of Dr. Sambhu N. Banik, a prominent Indian American community leader in the Washington, DC, area, was released at a glittering ceremony in National Harbor, MD, just outside the U.S. capital, on April 10. Several influential members of the community from the Greater Washington, DC, area, … Book on Indian Community leader Dr. Sambhu Banik’s life and times launched

Indian American Texas hotelier Nishant Patel is new AAHOA chairman

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Indian American Texas hotelier Nishant Patel is new AAHOA chairman

BALTIMORE (TIP): Texas hotelier Nishant (Neal) Patel, who grew up in Surat, India, and came to Mississippi with his family nearly 20 years ago, is the new chairman of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association. Patel became chairman at the conclusion of the 2022 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show in Baltimore from April 12 to15. … Indian American Texas hotelier Nishant Patel is new AAHOA chairman

Indian American group launches new video platform to screen movies, hold mega shows

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Indian American group launches new video platform to screen movies, hold mega shows

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A group of Indian American entrepreneurs has launched an online platform which transcends the borders of regular video-conference towards screening of online movies to hosting political rallies, town halls and concerts simultaneously which can be accessed by up to 30,000 people at the same time. Christened ‘We Must Meet’ by a group … Indian American group launches new video platform to screen movies, hold mega shows

Indian American international trade policy expert Arun Venkataraman sworn in as key commerce official

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Indian American international trade policy expert Arun Venkataraman sworn in as key commerce official

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Arun Venkataraman, a leading Indian American expert on international trade policy, has been sworn in as the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Service for the International Trade Administration. Confirmed by the US Senate on 7 April, President Joe Biden’ nominee was … Indian American international trade policy expert Arun Venkataraman sworn in as key commerce official

USCIRF recommends to designate India, 14 others as ‘Country of Particular Concern’

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A US Congress-constituted quasi-judicial body on Monday, April 25,  recommended to the Biden Administration to designate India, China, Pakistan, Afghanistan and 11 other nations as “Country of Particular Concern” in the context of status of religious freedom. India has in the past said that the American body on international religious freedom has … USCIRF recommends to designate India, 14 others as ‘Country of Particular Concern’

USCIRF report on religious freedom work of ‘Hinduphobic’ people, alleges Hindu body

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A Hindu body here called the USCIRF report on religious freedom a work of “Hinduphobic” commission members while Muslim and Christian groups hailed the observations made in it, demanding that the US declare India as a “country of particular concern”. The US Commission for International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) report recommended to the … USCIRF report on religious freedom work of ‘Hinduphobic’ people, alleges Hindu body

U.S. reports its first human case of H5 bird flu

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The person was involved in the culling of poultry presumed to have had H5N1 bird flu, the CDC said in a statement. The first known human case of H5 bird flu in the United States has appeared in a person in Colorado, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on … U.S. reports its first human case of H5 bird flu

US Senator seeks clarity from Biden Admin on CAATSA sanctions waiver to India

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A powerful Democratic Senator on Tuesday sought clarity from the Biden Administration on CAATSA sanctions waiver to India on purchase of S-400 missile defense system from Russia. “In South and Central Asia, we need clarity on whether the administration will waive CAATSA sanctions for India’s purchase of the Russian S-400 missile defense … US Senator seeks clarity from Biden Admin on CAATSA sanctions waiver to India

India’s Eminent Parliamentarian Suresh Prabhu honored in Chicago

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Suresh Prabhu honored in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL (TIP): Indian American Business Council [IABC] hosted a rousing reception in honor of distinguished visiting Member of Parliament & Former Central Minister Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu at a ceremony held in Downer’s grove, Illinois on April 20, 2022. The reception attracted a great host of community’s prominent organizational leaders who paid glowing tributes to … India’s Eminent Parliamentarian Suresh Prabhu honored in Chicago

AAPI COALITION CELEBRATES $20M IN NEW STATE FUNDING

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After years of anti-Asian hate, coalition kicks off AAPI Heritage Month with action plan for future NEW YORK CITY, NY (TIP): After years of nonstop anti-Asian hate, the AAPI Equity Budget Coalition, a coalition of over 50 AAPI community leaders and organizations, kicked off AAPI Heritage Month by celebrating the historic $20 million investment in … AAPI COALITION CELEBRATES $20M IN NEW STATE FUNDING

Mission politics started from Mission in BC

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It was not easy. The early migrants from South Asia were not welcome to Canada. They not only suffered numerous hardships but were also denied the right for a decent living. They had no voting rights. In fact, the concept of the Nagar Kirtan processions, or the Sikh Parades, proved to be an effective tool … Mission politics started from Mission in BC

Hindutva to the fore in BJP’s scheme of things

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Hindutva to the fore

“The BJP has travelled a long way from the early 2000s, when Vajpayee had to be mindful of his allies’ seeming distaste for communal politics. The Maharashtra and Delhi civic polls will test the BJP’s reinvigorated Hindutva programme. In Maharashtra, it has tied up with Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and backed its call to … Hindutva to the fore in BJP’s scheme of things

Macron’s re-election, a victory with challenges

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France has voted, Europe is relieved, and the French President needs to move fast to douse the flames of polarization “Having secured his second term, Mr. Macron urgently needs to douse the flames of polarization. The 72% turnout on Sunday is the lowest in a presidential run-off since 1969. In addition, of the 34.5 million … Macron’s re-election, a victory with challenges

Preventing hate speeches

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Onus on officials to take pre-emptive action In  an enough-is-enough reaction, the Supreme Court has pulled up state governments for failing to prevent hate speeches at ‘Dharam Sansads’ and other religious events and warned that it would hold top officials responsible in case of lapses. The court has expressed concern that such speeches are becoming … Preventing hate speeches

Victory and challenge: On re-election of Emmanuel Macron

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Macron will have to address the disaffection among the working classes to deal with the far-right The re-election of Emmanuel Macron in Sunday’s presidential race is a relief not just for France’s political centrists but also for its allies in Europe and America. The election took place amid crises — high inflation; Russia’s invasion of … Victory and challenge: On re-election of Emmanuel Macron

Biden to seek $33 billion for Ukraine; to seize more money from Russian oligarchs to pay for the war effort

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): President Joe Biden  asked  Congress on Thursday, April 28,  for $33 billion to support Ukraine — a dramatic escalation of U.S. funding for its war against Russia — as well as new legal tools to tighten sanctions and siphon assets from Russian oligarchs, U.S. officials said. The vast funding request includes over … Biden to seek $33 billion for Ukraine; to seize more money from Russian oligarchs to pay for the war effort

Gurbani telecast from Golden Temple: SGPC fails to comply with Akal Takht directive

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AMRITSAR (TIP): The SGPC has failed to comply with the directions of the Akal Takht to prepare its Information Technology (IT) wing to facilitate world-wide live telecast of Gurbani from the Golden Temple ‘within a stipulated time’. Akal Takht Officiating Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh had ordered the SGPC to work on the modalities of launching … Gurbani telecast from Golden Temple: SGPC fails to comply with Akal Takht directive

Emmanuel Macron wins a second term; vows to ‘heal divisions’ in France

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PARIS (TIP): In a victory speech, a mere 90 minutes after he was projected re-elected as French President for a second term on Sunday, April 24 evening, Emmanuel Macron, 44, with a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face, assured those who did not vote for him: “I am no longer the … Emmanuel Macron wins a second term; vows to ‘heal divisions’ in France

Biden to meet Modi at Quad summit in May

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Top leaders of the Quadrilateral, or Quad, comprising India, US, Australia and Japan will meet in Japan in the second half of May. US President Joe Biden would travel to South Korea and Japan from May 20 to 24 and attend the Quad summit in Tokyo, during which he would also meet … Biden to meet Modi at Quad summit in May

New Yorkers witness an impressive Sikh Day Parade

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Indrajit S Saluja NEW YORK CITY  (TIP) The Sikh Community took  out a  massive and  impressive Parade in New York City in celebration of the community’s birthday which was on April 14,  on Saturday, April 23. Sikhism is the youngest and the fifth largest religion of the world, with a following of about 30 million … New Yorkers witness an impressive Sikh Day Parade

Birthday Horoscope-May 2 to May 8, 2022

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By Chirag Daruwalla – Son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla May 2 Ganesha says you will be blessed by new job opportunities and you may get what you want soon.New money making opportunities that will be highly promising, but will require you to give in your best. Relationships with your partner during this period will be … Birthday Horoscope-May 2 to May 8, 2022

Weekly Horoscope -May 2 to May 8, 2022

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Shree Ganeshaya Namah!!! By Chirag Daruwalla Aries Ganesha says, this week, your 6th house is in charge; fresh employment prospects will present themselves to you. You will be entrusted with sensitive information and assigned to projects with significant business ramifications. This week, be prepared to take on a leadership position. This week, you may have … Weekly Horoscope -May 2 to May 8, 2022

Ramadan for Non-Muslims: Eid Mubarak

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    Ramadan is also known as Ramzan in South Asia and Hari Raya Pauso in Indonesia which has the largest Muslim population in the world. Indeed, about 50% of the world’s Muslims (800 million) live in South and Southeast Asia. The Eid (pronounced like Eel with D) also known as festivities will be on … Ramadan for Non-Muslims: Eid Mubarak

HARLEM I (Hi) FILM FEST

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By Mabel Pais Krishna Ashu Bhati’s “The Ugly Truth” and   Swapna Kurup’s ”Ela: Breaking Boundaries”  among them The Harlem International Film Festival (Hi), New York takes place May 5-15. This 17th Edition is a hybrid presentation of the annual event. Harlem International Film Festival’s Program Director, Nasri Zacharia, said, “We are excited to once again … HARLEM I (Hi) FILM FEST

Seven Women honored at the IAF Outstanding Women’s Achievements Awards Gala

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GLENCOVE, NY (TIP): Indian American Forum honored 7 women  of character, courage, commitment and accomplishments at its  Eleventh Outstanding Women’s Achievements Awards Gala on March 27. They included Nisha Kumar Behringer, Kalpana Bhandarkar, Neeta Bhasin , Beena Kothari, Dr. Preeti Mehta, Ragini Srivastav and Malini Rudra. Here are the  thumbnail sketches of the honorees. NISHA … Seven Women honored at the IAF Outstanding Women’s Achievements Awards Gala

An Interfaith Vaisakhi Parade to spread the message of Humanity, Peace and Love

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Interfaith Vaisakhi parade

HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): A middle aged Sikh priest Bhai Bhupinder Singh, head priest at Gurdwara Shaheedan in Hicksville  took an initiative to organize an Interfaith Parade to celebrate the birthday of the Sikhs who are also known as Khalsa. The Tenth Master of the Sikhs Guru Gobind Singh created an order and named it Khalsa … An Interfaith Vaisakhi Parade to spread the message of Humanity, Peace and Love

Arya Samaj of Long Island to celebrate Vaisakhi on April 30

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HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): The Arya Samaj of Long Island was formed on June 17, 2006 with the  objective of extending  the Vedic Heritage for the benefit of the Hindu Community at large. Almost all Hindu Festivals are celebrated by Samaj along with the weekly satsangs.  Some of the festivals which ASLI celebrates include  Vasant Panchami,  … Arya Samaj of Long Island to celebrate Vaisakhi on April 30

Sikh Day Parade in New York City takes place on April 23

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RICHMOND HILL, NY (TIP) The Sikh Community is taking out a  massive and  impressive Parade in New York City in celebration of the community’s birthday on Saturday, April 23. Sikhism is the youngest and the fifth largest religion of the world, with a following of about 30 million across the world. Gurdwara Sikh Cultural Society … Sikh Day Parade in New York City takes place on April 23

Dr Hari Shukla shares with community leaders his vison of the South Asians of New York, Inc

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JAMAICA, NY (TIP): Dr. Hari Shukla and Kirti Shukla hosted at their home in Jamaica Estate,   on April 19,  the Consul General of India Mr Randhir Jaiswal and his wife Dr. Abha Jaiswal to a dinner with a few community leaders. The community leaders included  Harshad Patel , Pakaji,President ,Gujarati Samaj,Anil Shah , Chairman Vaishnav … Dr Hari Shukla shares with community leaders his vison of the South Asians of New York, Inc