RIYADH (TIP): Yemen’s Houthis said they launched attacks on Saudi energy facilities on March 25 and the Saudi-led coalition said oil giant Aramco’s petroleum products distribution station in Jeddah was hit, causing a fire in two tanks but no casualties. A huge plume of black smoke could be seen rising over the Red Sea city … Saudi Aramco storage facility targeted by Houthi attack causing fire
Seoul (TIP): North Korea fired at least one suspected ballistic missile towards the sea on March 24, its neighbours’ militaries said, apparently extending its barrage of weapons tests that may culminate with a flight of its biggest-yet intercontinental ballistic missile. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff didn’t immediately say whether the weapon involved in the … North Korea fires suspected missile into sea
SYDNEY (TIP): Australia will roll out a fourth dose of Covid vaccines to its most vulnerable population starting next month, authorities said on March 25, as the country looks to limit fresh outbreaks ahead of winter. The decision comes amid a steady rise in cases fuelled by the highly contagious BA.2 sub-variant of the Omicron … Australia set to roll out fourth Covid shot ahead of winter
Lviv (TIP): Ukraine’s president has pleaded with NATO to provide his embattled nation with military assistance. In a video address to the NATO summit March 24, VolodymyrZelenskyy said Ukraine needs “military assistance without limitations”, as Russia is “using its entire arsenal” against the country. Zelenskyy urged NATO to provide Ukraine with “1% of all your … Zelenskyy appeals to NATO for more weapons
Kyiv (TIP): Ukraine President VolodymyrZelenskyy called on people worldwide to gather in public on March 24 to show support for his embattled country on the one-month anniversary of the Russian invasion that he said breaks the heart of “every free person on the planet.”Zelenskyy — whose video messages have repeatedly riveted the world’s attention — … Ukraine president pleads for worldwide show of support
Kiev (TIP): The Centre for Counteracting Disinformation of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine has warned of possible chemical attacks being prepared by the Russian forces. “Russian channels tell their audience daily about mythical laboratories that allegedly create chemical weapons in Ukraine.” “This is how the enemy ‘grooms’ the population of the Russian … Ukraine claims Russia is preparing chemical attacks
Kyiv (TIP): NATO estimated on March24 that 7,000 to 15,000 Russian soldiers have been killed in four weeks of war in Ukraine, where fierce resistance from the country’s defenders has denied Moscow the lightning victory it sought. By way of comparison, Russia lost about 15,000 troops over 10 years in Afghanistan. A senior NATO military … 7,000 to 15,000 Russian troops dead in Ukraine: NATO
Vidya Balan is one of the most promising actresses in Bollywood. Time and again, she had proved her acting prowess in movies such as Sherni, The Dirty Picture, Kahaani, and others. She is currently basking in the success of her latest flick Jalsa. The movie also features Shefali Shah in a key role. The movie … Vidya Balan says ‘people are shameless with types of roles they offer’
The Kashmir Files has shattered all the records at the box office. After crossing the Rs 100-crore mark on March 18, the film has now created history by entering the Rs 200-crore club! The Kashmir Files released all over India on March 11 amid many hurdles. The film, which released on March 11, is based … The Kashmir Files crosses Rs 200 crore, shatters records
New Delhi (TIP)-The Court of Inquiry (CoI) probing the “accidental” firing of a BrahMos missile has examined the role of at least four Indian Air Force (IAF) officials — a Group Captain (Commanding Officer), his seniors and also his juniors. The initial probe has indicated a “human error”, and not a technical fault, led to … Missile ‘misfire’: I4 IAF officials under lens
New Delhi (TIP)- India and China discussed the border situation as well as Beijing’s leaning towards Pakistan during three-hour talks between visiting Chinese Minister Wang Yi and EAM S Jaishankar here on March 25. Earlier in the day, Wang met NSA Ajit Doval after arriving from Kabul last night for a visit the Chinese side … India-China talks: Border peace must, Jaishankar to Wang Yi
Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday, March 21, allocated portfolios to his 10 ministers, retaining home and justice, and giving the charge of finance and taxation to his seniormost cabinet colleague Harpal Singh Cheema. The portfolios were announced by the new chief minister two days after the 10 cabinet ministers took the oath of … Punjab cabinet: Bhagwant Mann keeps home, Cheema gets finance
Kultar Singh Sandhwan, 46, was unanimously elected Punjab assembly Speaker in Chandigarh on Monday, March 21. Chief minister Bhagwant Mann proposed Kotkapura Aam Aadmi Party MLA Sandhwan’s name for the post and he was unanimously elected. Mann and cabinet minister Harpal Singh Cheema escorted Sandhwan to the Speaker’s chair. Mann said that he was happy … Kultar Sandhwan unanimously elected Speaker of Punjab Vidhan Sabha
Kolkata (TIP)- The Calcutta High Court on Friday, March 25, ordered a CBI investigation into Birbhum violence that claimed eight lives earlier this week. The court directed an SIT formed by the West Bengal government to hand over case papers and accused persons arrested by it to the central probe agency. A division bench comprising … Calcutta HC orders CBI probe into Birbhum killings case
AMRITSAR / TORONTO (TIP): Canada-based gangster Lakhbir Singh Landa has around 20 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder, firing and NDPS Act, registered against him. He originally hails from Harike in Tarn Taran district. Despite the fact that he was facing a number of criminal cases, he managed to escape to foreign shores a … Indo-Canadian Gangsters a headache for Punjab Police
UNITED NATIONS (TIP): Indian -origin development economist Jayati Ghosh has been appointed by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to a new high-level advisory board on effective multilateralism. Ghosh, 66, is a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She was previously professor of economics and chairperson of the Centre for Economic Studies and Planning, School … Indian-origin economist Jayati Ghosh named on UN high-level advisory board on multilateralism
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Indian-American diplomat Punit Talwar as the country’s ambassador to Morocco. Talwar, who is currently a senior advisor at the State Department, has held senior national security and foreign policy positions in the State Department, the White House and the Senate, the White … Indian-American diplomat Punit Talwar appointed US envoy to Morocco
Nirpal S Shergill LONDON (TIP): A 22-year-old Tunisian man who was arrested earlier has been charged with the murder of Indian-origin student Sabita Thanwani and appeared in custody at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court in London on Tuesday. Maher Maaroufe, who the police said had been in a relationship with the student, was hunted down by … Indian-origin student’s boyfriend charged with her murder in London
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO (TIP): Indian American Shree Saini was crowned the first runner-up at the Miss World 2021 beauty pageant held in San Juan, Puerto Rico on Thursday, March 17. The coveted Miss World title was won by Karolina Bielawsk. The Indian-American, who represented the United States, has shared a heartfelt note on overcoming … Indian American Punjab-born Shree Saini is 1st runner-up at Miss World pageant
NEW YORK (TIP): US-based Sandeep, alias Mipa Bangru of Narar village, apologized through a video message for using abusive language and threat to the CM and Haryana Police. Sandeep and his family was booked under sedition charges and IT Act. In today’s video, he also accused the police of harassing his family by detaining them. … Indian American man apologizes for threat to Haryana CM
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A US-based Sikh organization has announced the planting of 400 forests in India and other parts of the world as part of its climate action. According to the announcement made on the occasion of Sikh Environment Day (SED), EcoSikh said it has planted a forest of 1150 trees in Ireland and of … Indian American organization EcoSikh plants 400 sacred forests as part of climate action
The Immigration Committee Chair Brings Up Council Resolution Calling on The State Legislature to Pass A880A/S1572A NEW YORK, NY (TIP): On March 23, Council Member Shahana Hanif, alongside Council Members Francisco Moya, Shaun Abreu, Linda Lee, and Lynn Schulman, introduced a resolution calling on the New York State legislature to pass A880A/S1572A also known as … NYIC Applauds Council Member Hanif’s Introduction of Resolution Demanding Health Insurance Coverage for Undocumented Immigrants
NEW YORK (TIP): Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced March 3, 2022 that AMEET GOYAL, M.D., (“GOYAL”) an ophthalmologist in Rye, New York, was sentenced to 96 months in prison for orchestrating a seven-year healthcare fraud scheme by falsely billing for millions of dollars of upcoded procedures, … Rye Ophthalmologist Ameet Goyal Sentenced to 96 Months in Prison for Seven-Year Healthcare Fraud Scheme and Covid-19 Loan Fraud
By Mabel Pais ”SHALOM BOLLYWOOD” opens the 24th edition of the New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival (NYSJFF). The Festival returns April 3-7, 2022 at the Moise Safra Center located at 130 East 82nd Street, New York City. The NYSJFF (nysephardifilmfestival.org) returns this year, celebrating its 24th anniversary, with movie premières, award ceremonies, filmmaker Q&As, … BOLLYWOOD NOSTALGIA OPENS 24TH NYSJ FILM FEST
CHICAGO, IL (TIP): First time a large metropolitan city in the United States, Chicago, celebrated the Indian festival of Holi, with over 2000 people in attendance which included live cultural program, music and dances, food and drinks, and color throwing. “The Delhi Committee of Chicago Sister Cities is thrilled to partner with Navy Pier for … Navy Pier, Delhi committee of Chicago Sister Citiespartner for celebration of Holi
By Prabhjot Singh in Brampton, Canada BRAMPTON (TIP): Born and brought up in Scarborough, Bobby Singh, has joined the Conservative leadership race. He comes from an immigrant Punjabi family and is one of nine candidates so far in the run. Canada’s Conservatives will have their new leader elected by Saturday, September 10. In choosing its … Canadian Politics: Bobby Singh in race for Conservative leadership
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
STAMFORD, CT (TIP): “Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) – Connecticut Chapter is a very important service organization for Stamford,” said Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons at the launch of GOPIO-CT 2022 activities on Friday, March 4 at the Stamford Hampton Inn and Suites. The activities for 2022 was inaugurated by the chief guest … STAMFORD MAYOR CAROLINE SIMMONS ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO GOPIO-CT 2022 TEAM
BAYSIDE, NY (TIP): After a shooting outside a Bayside house on Saturday, March 19th that left one person injured and sent stray bullets into the surrounding community, piercing cars and a nearby child’s car seat, residents, community leaders and elected officials rallied to call on Airbnb to permanently ban listings at this address, and for … AFTER SHOOTING, COMMUNITY RALLIES AGAINST ILLEGAL AIRBNB
Culture of violence the bane of Bengal politics Turf wars and bloodshed are synonymous with West Bengal politics, particularly during the election season, with successive governments often fanning the flames rather than dousing them. The killing of eight persons, including two children, in Birbhum district —apparently in retaliation for the murder of a Trinamool Congress … Birbhum killings