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Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

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Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

CHARLOTTE (TIP): Indian American community leader Manjusha (Manju) Kulkarni is one of the five inaugural winners of Bank of America’s ‘Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award’ honoring leaders advancing racial equality and economic opportunity for people of color. The award recognizes individual leaders who are advancing racial equality and economic opportunity in Black, Hispanic-Latino, Asian American, … Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

Indian-American high schooler’s artwork  to be displayed at US Capitol

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Indian American high schooler’s Artwork to be displayed at US Capitol

‘I wanted to see if I could draw myself as I am and not how I think I am’, says the winner WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): In a proud moment for Indian-Americans, the artwork of a community student from Florida is all set to be displayed at the US Capitol. Sraddha Karthik, a Grade-11 student from … Indian-American high schooler’s artwork  to be displayed at US Capitol

Tax Time Guide: Electronic tax payment and agreement options available to taxpayers who owe

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Internal Revenue Service, on March 22,  reminded taxpayers who have a tax bill that there are several ways to make payments, and there are options for many people who can’t pay their tax bill in full by April tax deadline. The deadline to submit 2021 tax returns or an extension to … Tax Time Guide: Electronic tax payment and agreement options available to taxpayers who owe

F.D.A. Authorizes Second Boosters for Those 50 and Older and Some Immunocompromised People

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Federal regulators authorized second booster shots of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna coronavirus vaccines on Tuesday for everyone 50 and older. The move came after the Biden administration decided it should seek to bolster waning immunity in older Americans in case the virus sweeps the nation again in the coming months. The Food … F.D.A. Authorizes Second Boosters for Those 50 and Older and Some Immunocompromised People

US eases Covid travel guidelines for India

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and State Department eased government Covid travel ratings for India and some other countries on Monday, March 28. The CDC said it had changed its travel recommendation for India to “Level 1: Low” from “Level 3: High”, which urges unvaccinated Americans to avoid … US eases Covid travel guidelines for India

Indo-Canadian Sanjay Malaviya donates $1.2M to Olympic and Paralympic medalists

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Indo Canadian Sanjay Malviya

By  Prabhjot Singh BRAMPTON (TIP): Sanjay Malaviya, an  Indo-Canadian and a leading name in  IT healthcare industry, has made a huge  first of its kind donation to the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Foundations. He has announced a donation of $ 1.2 million to directly support Canadian Olympic and Paralympic medalists besides extending support to the … Indo-Canadian Sanjay Malaviya donates $1.2M to Olympic and Paralympic medalists

Indian American’s startup raises USD200 million; expands leadership team

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WASHINGTON, D.C.  (TIP): Vianai System, the human-centered AI platform and products company, founded by Indian American Vishal Sikka, in a news release, also dwelt upon the expansion of its leadership team and said it has appointed Dr Navin Budhiraja as its chief technology officer and Dean Germeyer as its chief revenue officer. The newly appointed … Indian American’s startup raises USD200 million; expands leadership team

In a first, Muslims perform Taraweeh prayer at Times Square in New York

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NEW YORK (TIP):  In an unprecedented event, hundreds of Muslims broke their fast and offered congregational Taraweeh prayers at New York City’s Times Square in the US on the first day of the holy month of Ramdan, April 2. Taraaweeh,  a part of the Holy Quran is recited each day during Ramdan until its completion. … In a first, Muslims perform Taraweeh prayer at Times Square in New York

REELABILITIES FILM FEST RETURNS

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By Mabel Pais The ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York returns for its 14th annual event, April 7-13, 2022 organized and hosted by The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan (MMJCCM) located at 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10023. It is  the largest festival in the U.S. dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories, … REELABILITIES FILM FEST RETURNS

Get Rid of the feudal mindset

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Punjab is beset with many problems. Surely, Chandigarh is not one. The worst is the feudal mindset that governs relationship between people. There can be no equality if the society is divided among two groups- the masters and the slaves. This mindset has to change. The Sarkar, mai baap, huzoor, Sahib ji culture has nothing … Get Rid of the feudal mindset

Combatting Human Trafficking

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With the recent release of a new National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland has pledged the full force of the Justice Department to help end a scourge that has been described as the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world. The strategy correctly focuses on what Garland calls the “three Ps” … Combatting Human Trafficking

Is Global ‘Democracy’ America’s Mission?

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“America’s founding mission was not democracy, nor any other ideology. It was what we declared it to be in the document our fathers agreed to at the Constitutional Convention of 1787: “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, ensure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common … Is Global ‘Democracy’ America’s Mission?

The Chandigarh Imbroglio

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“Several significant decisions taken in recent months by the NDA government at the Centre were a clear indication that transfer of Chandigarh to Punjab was nowhere under its consideration. Intriguingly, on eve of the Punjab Assembly elections in February, speculations were afloat that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his pre-election rallies in Punjab may … The Chandigarh Imbroglio

2022 Wedding Wire Couples’ Choice Awards®

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14th Annual Couples’ Choice Awards Honor the Top Wedding Vendors Nationwide and Abroad. Interfaith Marriages Named Winner in 2022 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® TIP Bureau WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Interfaith Marriages was announced as a winner of the 2022 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards®, an accolade representing the top wedding professionals across the board in quality, service, … 2022 Wedding Wire Couples’ Choice Awards®

K-RAIL without a Silver lining!

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If you are an NRI visitor like me who often takes a trip to Kerala, there will always be some surprises in store for you. Despite all that the doomsayers say, Kerala is on an upward trajectory, building infrastructure and modernizing every facet of people’s lives. Although mostly two-lanes, the roads have never been better, … K-RAIL without a Silver lining!

Resolution introduced in US Congress to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day

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Indian American Congressman along with a dozen of lawmakers introduce Resolution introduced in US Congress to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day

WASHINGTON  D.C. (TIP): More than a dozen lawmakers, including Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, have introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to designate April 14 of each year as National Sikh Day. Observing that the Sikh community, which began immigrating into the United States over 100 years ago, has played an important role in … Resolution introduced in US Congress to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day

Indian American singer Falguni Shah wins Grammy Award: PM Modi Congratulates

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Indian American singer Falguni Shah wins Grammy Award

NEW YORK (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, April 5,  congratulated New York-based Indian singer Falguni Shah for winning a Grammy Award. Shah, known by her stage name Falu, won the award for ‘A Colorful World’ in the best children’s album category. “Congratulations to Falguni Shah on winning the award for the Best Children’s … Indian American singer Falguni Shah wins Grammy Award: PM Modi Congratulates

Key US Congressional committee passes Bill to eliminate per country cap on Green Card

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Move to benefit Indian IT professionals languishing over decades of waiting for the Permanent Resident Card WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A key US Congressional committee has passed a legislation to eliminate the per-country cap on issuing of Green Card on employment-based immigrant visas and to increase the per-country cap for family-based immigrant visas from seven per … Key US Congressional committee passes Bill to eliminate per country cap on Green Card

PM to launch Rs 400 commemorative coin, postal stamp to mark 400th birth anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur on April 21

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NEW DELHI/NEW YORK (TIP): The Centre in coordination with the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) will be holding a two-day commemoration event at Red Fort in New Delhi on April 20 and 21, to celebrate the 400th Parkash Purb (birth anniversary) of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh guru. Prime Minister Narendra … PM to launch Rs 400 commemorative coin, postal stamp to mark 400th birth anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur on April 21

Judge Jackson becomes the first Black woman to make it  to the Supreme Court

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Ketanji Jackson confirmed as Supreme Court Justice

US Senate confirms  Jackson by 53 to 47 votes WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation makes her the first Black woman to be elevated to the nation’s highest court. Three Republicans joined Democrats in supporting her. The Senate on Thursday, April 7 confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her … Judge Jackson becomes the first Black woman to make it  to the Supreme Court

UK watchdog suspends license of Khalsa TV after channel breached broadcasting rules

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UK watchdog suspends license of Khalsa TV after channel breached broadcasting rules

LONDON (TIP): The UK’s media watchdog has suspended the license of Khalsa Television Limited after an investigation found its KTV channel breached broadcasting rules with Khalistani propaganda. The Office of Communications (Ofcom) announced its decision this week after serving a suspension notice on the company over a “Prime Time” program, broadcast on KTV on December … UK watchdog suspends license of Khalsa TV after channel breached broadcasting rules

Indian American political scientist Vipin Narang takes up key Pentagon job

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Indian American political scientist Vipin Narang takes up key Pentagon job

NEW YORK (TIP):Vipin Narang, an Indian American political scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), known for his research on nuclear weapons, conflict and proliferation has taken a key job at the Pentagon. Son of parents of Indian descent, Narang has been sworn in as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space … Indian American political scientist Vipin Narang takes up key Pentagon job

NRI’s help to be sought for projects in rural segments of Punjab, says Punjab NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

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JALANDHAR/NEW YORK (TIP): Rural Development and Panchayats and NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal , on March 30,  held a meeting with the Block Development and Panchayat officials and asked them to create a database of the NRIs so that the department could get in touch with them to seek their support for projects in … NRI’s help to be sought for projects in rural segments of Punjab, says Punjab NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

Leading Indian-origin doctor Ranjit Manchanda to chair AIIMS Infosys Oncology

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Leading Indian-origin doctor Ranjit Manchanda to chair AIIMS Infosys Oncology

LONDON (TIP): Leading India-origin gynecological oncologist Ranjit Manchanda from London’s Cancer Research UK Barts Centre has bagged the prestigious Infosys Chair in Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. Manchanda, an alumnus of AIIMS New Delhi, completed his MBBS and MD from AIIMS in 1990s before proceeding to the University College London, … Leading Indian-origin doctor Ranjit Manchanda to chair AIIMS Infosys Oncology

Indian-origin Raj Subramaniam to become President and CEO of FedEx

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Indian- origin Raj Subramaniam to become President and CEO of FedEx

NEW YORK (TIP); Raj Subramaniam, an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Mumbai graduate, is set to become President and CEO of FedEx with founder and CEO Fred Smith planning to step down from his leadership role. Subramaniam, 56, currently President and Chief Operating Officer, will be promoted to President and CEO effective June 1 with Smith … Indian-origin Raj Subramaniam to become President and CEO of FedEx

Indian American producer Joseph Patel is the first Patel to ever win an Oscar

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Indian American producer Joseph Patel is the first Patel to ever win an Oscar

LOS ANGELES (TIP): “Summer of Soul” producer Joseph Patel, an Indian American, said he became the 10th South Asian to ever win an Academy award after the film bagged the Oscar in the best documentary feature category. Patel, who produced the film with director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Robert Fyvolent and David Dinerstein, also acknowledged fellow … Indian American producer Joseph Patel is the first Patel to ever win an Oscar

Indian-American high schooler’s artwork  to be displayed at US Capitol

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Indian american highschooler artwork at Capitol

‘I wanted to see if I could draw myself as I am and not how I think I am’, says the winner WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): In a proud moment for Indian-Americans, the artwork of a community student from Florida is all set to be displayed at the US Capitol. Sraddha Karthik, a Grade-11 student from … Indian-American high schooler’s artwork  to be displayed at US Capitol

Indian American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna asks India to condemn Putin, stop buying Russian oil

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Indian American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna asks India to condemn Putin, stop buying Russian oil

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Indian American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna has reiterated his call to India to give up its neutral stance and condemn Russian President Vladimir Putin for the invasion of Ukraine. Going a step further, he wanted India to stop buying oil from Russian and China and get weapons from the US instead of … Indian American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna asks India to condemn Putin, stop buying Russian oil

Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

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Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

CHARLOTTE (TIP): Indian American community leader Manjusha (Manju) Kulkarni is one of the five inaugural winners of Bank of America’s ‘Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award’ honoring leaders advancing racial equality and economic opportunity for people of color. The award recognizes individual leaders who are advancing racial equality and economic opportunity in Black, Hispanic-Latino, Asian American, … Indian American community leader Manjusha Kulkarni wins Racial Equality Award

History This Week-March 25 to March 31

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“If you don’t know history, then you don’t know anything. You are a leaf that doesn’t know it is part of a tree.”  – MICHAEL CRICHTON March 25 March 25, 1807 – The British Parliament abolished the slave trade following a long campaign against it by Quakers and others. March 25, 1911 – A raging … History This Week-March 25 to March 31