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UK police to investigate alleged lockdown breaches at PM’s residence

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London (TIP): British police will investigate alleged lockdown breaches at Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Downing Street residence after receiving evidence from an internal government probe into a series of gatherings. Johnson is fighting for his political survival after new allegations that he broke the Covid-19 lockdown rules he imposed by attending a surprise birthday party … UK police to investigate alleged lockdown breaches at PM’s residence

Moscow adds Navalny to terrorist list

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Moscow (TIP): Russian authorities have added imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny and some of his top allies to the registry of terrorists and extremists, the latest move in a multi-pronged crackdown on opposition supporters, independent media and human rights activists. Navalny, Vladimir Putin’s fiercest critic, and eight of his allies — including top aides LyubovSobol … Moscow adds Navalny to terrorist list

Julian Assange wins right to appeal extradition in UK Supreme Court

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London (TIP): WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange was on January 24 granted permission from the Supreme Court to appeal against his extradition order to the US. The 50-year-old is wanted in America over the leak of thousands of classified documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. His lawyers argued that he should not be … Julian Assange wins right to appeal extradition in UK Supreme Court

3,500 families flee homes in Syria’s Hasakah amid US airstrikes

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Damascus (TIP): As many as 3,500 families have so far fled their homes in Syria’s northeastern province of Hasakah amid US airstrikes and clashes between the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Islamic State (IS) terror group. The airstrikes and the clashes have been escalating following the jailbreak of IS inmates from a Kurdish-controlled … 3,500 families flee homes in Syria’s Hasakah amid US airstrikes

Inside La Palma’s volcano, gas emissions mark colourful terrain

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La Palma (TIP): Two bare pine tree trunks remain standing inside the jagged and colourful main crater of the volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma, while gas emissions and high temperatures continue though they are easing a month after the eruption ended. A Reuters crew was on January 23 granted rare access to … Inside La Palma’s volcano, gas emissions mark colourful terrain

India in history this Week-January 28, 2022, to February 3, 2022

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28 JANUARY 2009 Calcutta Medical College started in West Bengal. 1928 Raja Ramanna, the leading physicist of the country, was born. 1930 The classical singer Pandit Jasraj, who belonged to Mewati Gharana, was born. 1999 Lamb was born from a protected embryo for the first time in India. 2007 Famous musician OP Nayyar died. 1961 … India in history this Week-January 28, 2022, to February 3, 2022

Omicron wave is wake-up call about need to vaccinate the world, say Hill Democrats, experts

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Senior administration officials, public health experts and Democrats say that the omicron wave has illustrated gaps in the U.S. global coronavirus strategy, warning that low-income nations are particularly vulnerable to the virus and that the risk of another variant will remain elevated as long as billions of people are unvaccinated, Washington Post … Omicron wave is wake-up call about need to vaccinate the world, say Hill Democrats, experts

All third Economic Impact Payments issued; IRS

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Parents of children born in 2021, guardians and other eligible people who did not receive all of their third-round EIPs can claim up to $1,400 per person through the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit WASHINGTON , D.C. (TIP): – The Internal Revenue Service announced on January 26,  that all third-round Economic Impact Payments have been issued … All third Economic Impact Payments issued; IRS

FIACONA Denounces Modi government for removing  the Hymn “Abide With Me” from India’s annual Republic Day Parade

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Sees “yet another clear sign of India fast becoming  Hindu Fundamentalist State“ WASHINGTON,  D.C. (TIP): FIACONA, in a statement released to media on January 24 said “ India to remain a liberal democratic state is vital for the US interests and the US-India relationship.If India slips into a religious fundamentalist state as Pakistan or Turkey … FIACONA Denounces Modi government for removing  the Hymn “Abide With Me” from India’s annual Republic Day Parade

Speaker Pelosi announces run for reelection

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SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) announced Tuesday, January 25,  that she is running for reelection, citing the “crucial” need to defend American democracy through legislation on voting rights and other issues, a Washington Post report says. Pelosi, 81, has served in Congress since 1987 “While we have made progress, much more needs … Speaker Pelosi announces run for reelection

NYS Sen. Kevin Thomas Sponsors Resolution to Proclaim January 26, 2022, as India Republic Day in the State of New York

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GARDEN CITY, NY (TIP): In honor of India Republic Day, New York State Senator Kevin Thomas has sponsored an official resolution to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 26, 2022, as India Republic Day in the State of New York. Republic Day marks the adoption of the constitution of India and the transition of … NYS Sen. Kevin Thomas Sponsors Resolution to Proclaim January 26, 2022, as India Republic Day in the State of New York

India has made significantachievements, but it needs to achieve much more

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Readers Comment on Republic Day Indians across the globe celebrate the Republic Day with patriotic fervor, unfurling the tricolor and holding cultural events to mark the occasion. I am obliged and honored to write for Republic Day on January 26th. Republic Day has a special significance in the history of India. We all know that … India has made significantachievements, but it needs to achieve much more

Arya Samaj of Long Island Celebrated Republic Day

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HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): Arya Samaj of Long Island celebrated 73rd Republic Day by unfurling the Indian National Flag at the Arya Samaj premises 319, Hicksville, NY on Sunday, on January 23, 2021 in the presence of the community leaders and Samaj members. On this occasion, Dr. Yashpal Arya, Trustee Chairman addressed the congregation. He said, … Arya Samaj of Long Island Celebrated Republic Day

Coronavirus: The Basics

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Since January 2020, life in the US has revolved around the “coronavirus” AKA COVID-19.  While our lives have been greatly altered after the emergence of this virus, there still seems to be a lack of basic knowledge surrounding COVID-19 and just what exactly it is. Thus, I’m hoping after reading this article, you’ll leave with … Coronavirus: The Basics

Town of Hempstead Celebrates 73rd Annual India Republic Day with Flag-Raising Celebration at Town Hall

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Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin addresses the gathering. Supervisor and Town Board recognize holiday to celebrate freedom in the world’s most populous democracy and honor the Indian-American community’s legacy in Hempstead Town HEMPSTEAD, NY (TIP): Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, along with members of the Hempstead Town Board and leaders of the Indian American Forum, … Town of Hempstead Celebrates 73rd Annual India Republic Day with Flag-Raising Celebration at Town Hall

India: Gangster Capitalism Financing Criminals in Politics & Sham Democracy

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Mr. Makkar has made serious allegations against the Modi government, politicians and the big businesses which need a careful and honest probing. We call upon our readers to initiate the task of investigating in their own way whether or not they find the allegations worth believing. The Indian Panorama invites an open debate to unravel … India: Gangster Capitalism Financing Criminals in Politics & Sham Democracy

Keeping faith: On people-to-people initiatives and India-Pakistan ties

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People-to-people initiatives can help build goodwill between India and Pakistan At a time when most other India-Pakistan exchanges are suspended, even a simple proposal by the Pakistan Hindu Council, forwarded by Pakistan to India, to allow pilgrims of both countries to travel by air to avoid cumbersome journeys seems a leap. Islamabad-Delhi ties now are … Keeping faith: On people-to-people initiatives and India-Pakistan ties

Long Live Republic of India

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India has come a long way during the last seventy-three years as a  Republic, but India has a long way to go . India is not there yet. India always drew strength from its multi religious and  multi-cultural mosaic . India enriched itself with the wisdom coming from various faiths and the  people following those … Long Live Republic of India

Do sportsmen make better politicians?

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Barring a few exceptions, most of sports stars were all introduced on the political horizon as “bold and big game changers”. Finding their wings clipped and sans all powers, they attempted to walk free to end up “loners” and “failures”. What they did on playfields, they could not repeat even one per cent of that … Do sportsmen make better politicians?

An Impressive 73rd Republic Day ParadeShowcasing India’s Military Strength and Rich Cultural Heritage

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NEW DELHI (TIP): India displayed its military might and vibrant cultural heritage on Rajpath, with the ceremonial Republic Day parade  this year being drastically scaled down in view of the Covid pandemic. Special Force Commandoes march during the Republic Day Parade 2022 at Rajpath in New Delhi on January 26, 2022. Photos: Manas Ranjan Bhui. … An Impressive 73rd Republic Day ParadeShowcasing India’s Military Strength and Rich Cultural Heritage

India better placed to meet challenges: Ram Nath Kovind, President

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NEW DELHI (TIP): President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday , January 25, hailed the transformation of a Haryana village by its natives saying, “a new India, which is strong and sensitive, is emerging”. Urging all successful people to work for the development of their birthplaces, the President said rights and duties were two sides of … India better placed to meet challenges: Ram Nath Kovind, President

Consulate General of India, New York celebrates India’s 73rd Republic Day

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Consulate General of India here celebrated the 73rd Republic Day of India with a flag-hoisting ceremony on Tuesday, January 26th 2022. Consul General Randhir Jaiswal unfurled the national flag after which the national anthem was sung. Consul General then read out the address of the President of India. A video congratulatory … Consulate General of India, New York celebrates India’s 73rd Republic Day

Padma Awards 2022 announced: Satya Narayana Nadella, Sundararajan Pichai, Madhur Jaffrey are among the recipients

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NEW DELHI (TIP): Government of India  announced Padma Awards 2022 on the eve of Republic Day on Tuesday, January 25. Late Gen Bipin Rawat has been chosen for  Padma Vibhushan. Indian Americans Satya Narayana Nadella, Sundararajan Pichai, Madhur Jaffrey are among the recipients of the Padma awards. This year the President has approved conferment of … Padma Awards 2022 announced: Satya Narayana Nadella, Sundararajan Pichai, Madhur Jaffrey are among the recipients

A lookback into India’s first Republic Day celebrations

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January 26 marks one of the most important days in our country’s history books. Republic Day is celebrated every year on this day. It was in 1950 when the constitution came into effect and India became a republic. Every year, this day is celebrated with a grand parade that takes place in New Delhi. 72 … A lookback into India’s first Republic Day celebrations

29 children conferred Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

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As many as 29 Children have been conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar this year, selected from all regions of the country for their exceptional achievements in Innovation (7), Social Service (4), Scholastic (1), Sports (8), Art & Culture (6) and Bravery (3) categories.  There are 15 Boys and 14 Girls among the awardees … 29 children conferred Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

The Republic of India

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India observes Republic Day on January 26, every year. Republic Day marks an important event in India’s history. It commemorates the enactment of the constitution of India which came into effect on January 26, 1950, and made the nation into a republic. The main attraction of the day is the Republic Day parade which begins … The Republic of India

Dr BR Ambedkar: The Chief Architect of the Indian Constitution

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Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, popularly known as Baba Saheb, was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. A veritable emancipator of Dalits, a great national leader and patriot, a great author, a great educationist, a great political philosopher, a great religious guide and above he was great himself without any parallel among his contemporaries. Born … Dr BR Ambedkar: The Chief Architect of the Indian Constitution

Constitution of India

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January 26 marks the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950 and is celebrated as Republic Day. On this date, India became a sovereign nation free from the British Monarchy. On the 72nd anniversary of Republic Day, we look at some key facts about the Indian Constitution. HISTORY The Constitution … Constitution of India

Martyrs Day: Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on his 74th death anniversary

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In India, five days are declared as Martyrs Day in honour of those who laid down their lives for the nation. Of these, the first falls on January 30, the day when Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse in 1948. Mahatma Gandhi led the struggle for Independence that culminated in India getting freedom from … Martyrs Day: Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on his 74th death anniversary

Indian-origin NYPD officer hailed hero for shooting gunman in New York

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NEW YORK (TIP): A 27-year-old Indian-origin “super rookie” NYPD officer is being hailed as a hero after he shot a convicted felon who killed his colleague and seriously injured another while investigating a domestic-violence call in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City.  Sumit Sulan is still struggling to deal with Friday’s deadly ambush and … Indian-origin NYPD officer hailed hero for shooting gunman in New York