With the Trump Administration’s National Security Strategy making it clear that American support to Europe is now faint, it remains to be seen how Europe responds Hope is not a strategy. For most of this year, European leaders have hoped that the Trump Administration has not actually meant its President’s oscillating support for the North … The Trump NSS, Europe’s existential crisis
By Mabel Pais Seton Hall University’s (shu.edu) Stillman School of Business (shu.edu/business) is expanding its undergraduate offerings with the addition of two new undergraduate majors: Forensic Accounting and Wealth Management. Both programs were created in response to industry demand for graduates who are prepared to step into fast-growing, specialized roles in the financial sector. “These … SETON HALL UNIVERSITY’S STILLMAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EXPANDS UNDERGRADUATE OFFERINGS
BUCHAREST (TIP): Ambassador Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra undertook an extensive visit to Suceava County from 10 to 12 December 2025, aimed at deepening India-Romania cooperation at the regional level across political, economic, academic, and people-to-people domains. The visit underscored India’s strong commitment to strengthening partnerships beyond capital cities and engaging meaningfully with Romanian regions of … India’s Ambassador to Romania Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra visits Suceava to Promote Regional Level Cooperation
BUCHAREST (TIP): Embassy of India hosted a series of engaging events on 13th December, celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage, fostering community engagement, and promoting awareness of India’s contemporary initiatives. These events reflected the Embassy’s continued commitment to connecting with the Indian diaspora and friends of India while showcasing India’s diversity, creativity, and modern achievements in … Embassy of India in Bucharest Hosts Cultural and Diaspora Engagement Events
History records many warriors, reformers, and martyrs. Yet there is no parallel in world history to the scale and depth of sacrifice made by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, in defense of human dignity, freedom of faith, and basic human rights. In a life cut short at 48, Guru Gobind Singh did … Guru Gobind Singh: The Conscience of India and the Price of Human Dignity
As the world prepares to merrily celebrate Christmas on December 25, with carols, candles, gifts and gatherings my kids have been so enthusiastic about, my thoughts drift, inevitably and uneasily, to people across continents who will mark this season not with joy, but with fear, deprivation and grief. When one surveys the globe today, a … A Christmas Wish for a World at Peace
By Mabel Pais Who in this world doesn’t have a favorite Burt Bacharach song? Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer) and Jack Lewin will present the World Premiere of ‘Going Bacharach: The Songs Of An Icon,’ a musical revue featuring the many songs of Burt Bacharach, including such recognizable titles as “Do You Know … AMAS THEATRE PRESENTS MUSICAL ICON BACHARACH’S SONGS
By Mabel Pais The BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA deliver the gift of joy at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, December 21 at 3PM. In this uplifting holiday show, the GRAMMY®-winning gospel legends perform Christmas classics and songs from their albums ‘Go Tell It on the Mountain’ and ‘Talkin’ Christmas.’ You’ll be … BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA DELIVER THE GIFT OF JOY
By Mabel Pais NJPAC makes the holiday season come alive … before the curtain even rises! With only a few days before Christmas, CeCe Winans lights up your holiday with joyful music. The 12-time GRAMMY® winner is the shining star atop the glittering tree of gospel. It’s impossible to count all the songs she’s gifted … WITH CHRISTMAS AROUND THE CORNER CECE WINANS AND COMPANY LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAY
By Mabel Pais “What the New Jersey Symphony has established, bringing music to the Garden State in schools and in six different cities, is a sincere accomplishment. And it’s never been better.” – nj.com The New Jersey Symphony will present three performances of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah. The Symphony will perform all three parts of … NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY RETURNS WITH ITS HOLIDAY TRADITION: HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Aryan, a handy batter and slow left-arm spinner, and James, a right-arm medium pace all-rounder, were both part of the squad that played against India in the youth Tests and one-dayers in September MELBOURNE (TIP): Two Indian-origin players-Aryan Sharma and John James have been named in Australia’s 15-member squad for the men’s U-19 World Cup … 2 Indian-origin players named in Australia U19 World Cup squad
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): YouTube chief executive Neal Mohan has been named TIME Magazine’s CEO of the Year for 2025, an honor recognizing his leadership of the world’s largest video platform during a period of rapid change in the global media landscape. Mohan, who took over as CEO in 2023, was cited by TIME for steering YouTube’s evolution from … Indian American Neal Mohan Named TIME’s 2025 CEO of the Year for Transforming YouTube’s Global Reach
PENNSYLVANIA (TIP) : Murali Haran, an Indian American professor at Penn State University, has been named editor-in-chief of the Journal of Agricultural, Biological and Environmental Statistics (JABES) for a three-year term starting in 2026. A professor of statistics in Eberly College of Science, much of Haran’s research is motivated by problems in environmental science and … Indian American professor Murali Haran named editor-in-chief of international statistics journal
WELLESLEY, MA (TIP) : Indian American management professor Dr. Poonam Arora has been named the new dean of the Undergraduate School at Babson College, a private business school in Wellesley, Massachusetts, focusing on practical skills, global mindset, and innovation. “Dr. Arora brings a wealth of thought leadership and experience across academia and the corporate world … Indian American Management Professor Dr. Poonam Arora named Dean of Babson business school
MISSISSAUGA (TIP): A 25-year-old Indian-origin man has been taken into custody in Canada after being accused of exposing himself to female staff members including doctors at multiple medical facilities in Mississauga, according to Peel Regional Police (PRP). Investigators allege the suspect, identified as Vaibhav, repeatedly attended clinics after pretending to suffer from medical issues, with … 25-year-old Indian-Origin Arrested in Canada for Flashing Female Doctors in Clinics
Sukhwinder Seepu of Brahampur, along with 2 other Punjabi youths, Sharry and Diljot, has been linked to the attacks VANCOUVER, BC (TIP): The name of another youth from Brahampur village in Raikot has surfaced as the alleged mastermind behind the three firing incidents at comedian Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Café in Canada. According to Canadian police … Another Ludhiana youth behind firing incidents in Kapil Sharma’s cafe in Canada
DUBAI (TIP): Devesh Mistry, a prominent Indian expat in the UAE and co-founder of Red Blue Blur Ideas, has died in Dubai, Gulf News reported. He was a well-known figure in the Middle East’s digital design scene and a mentor to many university students. Mistry, fondly known as ‘Superman’, played a key role in shaping the region’s … Indian-Origin Entrepreneur Devesh Mistry Dies in Dubai
HONG KONG / AMRITSAR (TIP): Gurdev Singh Ghalib, a resident of Hong Kong, donated Rs 3 lakh to Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College, Sarhali. A function to mark the donation was held on the college campus on Tuesday, December 9, presided over by Dr. Jasbir Singh Gill, principal of the college. Speaking to attendees, Gurdev … Hong Kong donor contributes Rs 3 lakh to Sarhali College
The award recognizes Captain Singh-Sohal’s outstanding services to the commemoration of Commonwealth soldiers who served Great Britain during WWI LONDON (TIP): A proud moment for Punjab and the Sikh community, Captain Jay (Jagjett) Singh-Sohal, a British Sikh man with roots in Jalandhar, has received an OBE award from Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, at St … Punjab’s Sikh man with Jalandhar roots honored with OBE by Princess Anne
SYDNEY (TIP)- A well-drilled Australia are on the cusp of retaining the Ashes after just six days of cricket — not bad for a team lambasted by England great Stuart Broad before the series began as its weakest since 2010. The hosts take a 2-0 lead into the third Test at Adelaide on December 17 … Australia depth shows up England’s Ashes ‘failures’
Catching your favourite team live at the FIFA World Cup 2026 is turning into a costlier dream with every passing month. FIFA has increased ticket prices for the 2026 edition yet again — the third consecutive monthly hike — with several matches now significantly more expensive following the release of the tournament draw and full … Watching World Cup 2026 from stadium just got costlier as FIFA implements another ticket price hike
CHANDIGARH (TIP)- Quinton de Kock’s blazing knock and a forgettable outing for India’s batters culminated in a crushing 51-run defeat in the second T20I at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Thursday, Dec 11. South Africa piled up 213 and followed it up with a disciplined bowling performance to level the … Failed experiments, De Kock carnage: SA level series as India capitulate
Nestled in the heart of Mizoram, Phawngpui and Aizawl together offer one of Northeast India’s most serene and spiritually uplifting travel experiences. Far away from noisy tourist circuits, this region is a realm of rolling blue hills, whispering pine forests, floating clouds, and tribal legends that make every journey feel like a step into a … Phawngpui and Aizawl: A journey into Mizoram’s cloud-kissed paradise
Tirupati Balaji Jayanti is a deeply sacred occasion that celebrates the divine manifestation of Lord Venkateswara, the form of Lord Vishnu believed to have descended on earth to uplift humanity during the age of Kali. Observed with immense devotion, this auspicious day reminds devotees not only of a divine birth, but of the eternal promise … Tirupati Balaji Jayanti: A spiritual journey into the grace of Lord Venkateswara
New Delhi (TIP)- Amid ongoing tensions over trade, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday, Dec 11, that the US should sign the free trade agreement with India on the “dotted lines” if the Donald Trump administration is satisfied with New Delhi’s proposals. He was responding to comments made by US Trade Representative … US should sign free trade pact if happy with India’s offer: Goyal
In a year that has already seen global tech heavyweights court India’s growing digital ambitions, Microsoft has gone all in. The Redmond-based technology giant has pledged a staggering $17.5 billion to power India’s AI-first future, its largest investment ever in Asia. The announcement came hot on the heels of CEO Satya Nadella’s meeting with Prime … With $17.5 billion investment, its largest in Asia, Microsoft wants to make India AI first
New York(TIP)- A Federal Reserve split over where its priorities should lie cut its key interest rate on Dec 10, but signaled a tougher road ahead for further reductions. Fulfilling expectations of a “hawkish cut,” the central bank’s Federal Open Market Committee lowered its key overnight borrowing rate by a quarter percentage point, putting it … Divided Fed approves third rate cut this year, sees slower pace ahead
Apple is expected to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in 2026. After years of waiting, the Cupertino giant will likely finally join the foldable race against the likes of Samsung and Google. Now, reports suggest that this device can put Apple at the forefront of the foldable segment, with a market share as high as … Apple iPhone Fold to shake up foldable market in 2026 with huge share and sky high price
Meta is changing the way your Facebook feed works, focusing on updated design elements and improved access to Reels and other popular features. The company hopes to make it easier for users to see content they are interested in. The update, which will soon reach users globally, centres on a more immersive feed, streamlined navigation … Meta updates Facebook so you can see more reels, here’s what is changing