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North American Punjabi Association demands NRI affairs portfolio for Pargat Singh

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North American Punjabi Association demands NRI affairs portfolio for Pargat Singh

WASHINGTON (TIP): US-based NRI body North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has demanded NRI Affairs portfolio in the new Cabinet for hockey Olympian Pargat Singh, who had won from the Jalandhar Cantt constituency by a big margin of votes. In a letter sent to PPCC president Navjot Singh Sidhu and Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi, … North American Punjabi Association demands NRI affairs portfolio for Pargat Singh

Indian American management consultant Ashish Vazirani to be nominated to a key Pentagon position

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Indian American management consultant Ashish Vazirani to be nominated to a key Pentagon position by Biden Administration

WASHINGTON (TIP): US President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Ashish Vazirani, an Indian American management consultant, to a key Pentagon position. Vazirani has been nominated for the position of Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, Department of Defense. Currently, he is the principal of A2O Strategies, LLC, where he … Indian American management consultant Ashish Vazirani to be nominated to a key Pentagon position

Residents of Jagmeet Singh’s ancestral village celebrate his win in Canadian election

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Jagmeet Singh wins Canadian elections Polls to be the Kingmaker again

BARNALA / BARNABY (TIP): Residents of Thikriwala village in Barnala district of Punjab performed an ardas in the gurdwara on Wednesday, September 22 to celebrate the success of National Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh, who belongs to this village, in Canadian elections. Though they expected Singh to increase his seat tally from last elections … Residents of Jagmeet Singh’s ancestral village celebrate his win in Canadian election

Biden to nominate Indian American Erik Ramanathan as envoy to Sweden

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Biden nominates Indian American Erik

WASHINGTON (TIP):President Joe Biden will nominate Indian American Erik Ramanathan, a longtime political ally and fundraiser to serve as ambassador to the Kingdom of Sweden, the White House announced on Wednesday, September 22. A political appointee, Ramanathan is the chairman of the board of a health nonprofit, Heluna Health, serving more than 80 million Americans … Biden to nominate Indian American Erik Ramanathan as envoy to Sweden

16 Indian-origin candidates win federal polls in Canada elections

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16 Indian origin candidates win

OTTAWA (TIP):  16 of the 17 Indian-origin politicians who have made it to the Canadian House of Commons in the recent general elections are Punjabis. The number of Indian-origin candidates who were reelected is marginally down from 20 in 2019. All prominent Punjabi-Canadian faces were reelected—including Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan from Vancouver South, Minister Bardish … 16 Indian-origin candidates win federal polls in Canada elections

PM Modi discusses bilateral, regional, global issues with Australia’s Morrison

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Modi Morrison (2)

WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison here ahead of the first in-person Quad meeting to be hosted by US President Joe Biden and discussed a broad range of issues of bilateral, regional and global importance, including the Indo-Pacific. The meeting between Modi and Morrison on Friday, September … PM Modi discusses bilateral, regional, global issues with Australia’s Morrison

PM Modi reaches New York to address 76th UNGA session on September 25th morning

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PM Modi

September 25, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent NEW YORK (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday late night arrived in New York where he is scheduled to address the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, which was held virtually last year due to the Covid pandemic. Modi flew to New York from Washington after … PM Modi reaches New York to address 76th UNGA session on September 25th morning

Biden: Quad plan to make 1 bn Covid vaccines in India on track

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QUAD meeting in progress

September 24, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON (TIP): The first in-person summit of Quad nations opened in Washington on Friday, September24, with PM Narendra Modi hoping that it would be a force for global good by ensuring prosperity and peace in the Indo-Pacific and the world. The summit, hosted by US President Joe Biden at … Biden: Quad plan to make 1 bn Covid vaccines in India on track

Modi holds first bilateral meeting with President Biden; discusses Indo-Pacific, climate and COVID

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PM Biden meeting

US – India relationship is destined to be “stronger, closer and tighter”, says Bide TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, September 24, described as “outstanding” his first bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden who said the Indo-US relationship is destined to be “stronger, closer and tighter” as the … Modi holds first bilateral meeting with President Biden; discusses Indo-Pacific, climate and COVID

PM Modi, Japanese Premier Suga reaffirm commitment for free, open Indo-Pacific

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Modi Suga

September 24, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Yoshihide Suga have reaffirmed their commitment towards a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region, as they reviewed the multi-faceted bilateral relationship and exchanged views on recent global developments, including in Afghanistan. During their meeting here on Friday, September … PM Modi, Japanese Premier Suga reaffirm commitment for free, open Indo-Pacific

PM Modi discusses bilateral, regional, global issues with Australia’s Morrison

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Modi and Morrison

September 24, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison here ahead of the first in-person Quad meeting to be hosted by US President Joe Biden and discussed a broad range of issues of bilateral, regional and global importance, including the Indo-Pacific. The meeting between … PM Modi discusses bilateral, regional, global issues with Australia’s Morrison

PM Modi and US Vice President Kamala Harris discuss bilateral ties, Indo-Pacific

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PM Kamla Harris meeting

September 23, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 23, described India and America as ”natural partners” as he held the first in-person meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House during which they decided to further cement the Indo-US strategic partnership and discussed global issues … PM Modi and US Vice President Kamala Harris discuss bilateral ties, Indo-Pacific

VP Harris in her first meeting with PM Modi talks about defending democracies

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PM Modi (left) and VP Haris at the joint media appearance before their first in-person meeting, September 23

TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Voicing concern over the threat to democracies around the world, Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday, September 23, underscored the need to defend democratic principles and institutions in both India and the US. Harris made the remarks in a joint media appearance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi before their … VP Harris in her first meeting with PM Modi talks about defending democracies

PM Modi meets CEOs of five top American Companies; encourages them to invest in India

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Narendra Modi

September 23, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 23, met a group of five top American corporate leaders on a one-on-one basis from a range of diverse sectors ranging from drones to 5G, semiconductor, and solar and encouraged them to step up their investments by highlighting the … PM Modi meets CEOs of five top American Companies; encourages them to invest in India

Indian diaspora has distinguished itself across the world: Modi

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Prime Minister Modi acknowledging greetings of the Indian American community gathered to welcome him. Photo / Twitter

September 23, 2021 TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended the Indian Diaspora for distinguishing itself across the world, as he received an enthusiastic welcome from the community on his arrival here on a major visit to further enhance Indo-US relations. Modi was warmly greeted by groups of Indian-Americans at … Indian diaspora has distinguished itself across the world: Modi

Modi arrives in Washington, DC to a warm welcome by the Indian American community

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M 1 PM received on arrival

Sept 23 engagements include meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris and bilateral with Japanese and Australian PMs TIP Special Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 23, a day after his arrival here, is scheduled to have as many as eight meetings, including one with Vice President Kamala Harris, on … Modi arrives in Washington, DC to a warm welcome by the Indian American community

Virat Kohli to quit national T20 captaincy after World Cup

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Dubai (TIP): Virat Kohli on Thursday, Sept 16,  announced he will step down as India’s T20 skipper after the T20 World Cup in UAE but will continue to lead the side in ODIs and Test cricket, a decision that paves the way for Rohit Sharma to captain in the shortest format. “I’ve decided to step … Virat Kohli to quit national T20 captaincy after World Cup

Anant Chaturdashi

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The Anant Chaturdashi fast holds a great deal of importance in the Hindu religion. The festival is also known by the name of Anant Chaudas. The day commemorates the Lord of numerous avatars, Lord Vishnu. Coming on the 14th day of the Shukla paksha of the Bhadrapad month in the Hindu Calendar, the festival celebrates … Anant Chaturdashi

Ozone hole over Antarctica larger than usual, scientists say

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Berlin (TIP): Scientists say the hole in the Earth’s protective ozone layer over the Southern Hemisphere is larger than usual this year and already surpasses the size of Antarctica. The European Union’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service said Thursday that the so-called ozone hole, which appears every year during the Southern Hemisphere spring, has grown considerably … Ozone hole over Antarctica larger than usual, scientists say

Microsoft to buy back up to $60 bln in shares

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Microsoft

Microsoft Corp said it will conduct an up to $60 billion share buyback program, raise its quarterly dividend by 11%, and appoint company President Brad Smith as vice chair. Microsoft said the buyback program has no expiration date and may be terminated at any time, and that it would pay a dividend of $0.62 per … Microsoft to buy back up to $60 bln in shares

Bad bank to resolve Rs 2 lakh cr stressed loans, says finance minister

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New Delhi (TIP): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday, Sept 16,  announced a Rs 30,600 crore government guarantee for National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) for acquiring stressed loan assets, paving the way for operationalisation of the bad bank. The decision to provide sovereign guarantee for security receipts (SRs) issued by the NARCL was taken … Bad bank to resolve Rs 2 lakh cr stressed loans, says finance minister

Sensex breaches 59,000-mark for first time

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Market benchmark Sensex scaled the 59,000-mark for the first time on Thursday, Sept 16,  as investors remained in risk-on mode following the government’s policy support measures for various sectors. Advancing for the third consecutive session, the BSE index climbed 417.96 points to its new closing peak of 59,141.16. It touched an intra-day record of 59,204.29. … Sensex breaches 59,000-mark for first time

UN pegs 7.2% growth for India in current year

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India is expected to grow at 7.2% in 2021 but economic growth could decelerate next year, according to a United Nations report which said the recovery in the country is constrained by the ongoing human and economic cost of the Covid pandemic and the negative impact of food price inflation on private consumption. The UNCTAD … UN pegs 7.2% growth for India in current year

Big-bang reforms in telecom sector: 4-year loan moratorium, 100% FDI

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The Centre on September 15 approved the much-awaited relief package for the stressed telecom sector that includes a four-year moratorium on payment of dues by telecom companies and allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) under the automatic route. Announcing the decisions cleared at a Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, … Big-bang reforms in telecom sector: 4-year loan moratorium, 100% FDI

Apple introduces iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini

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CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA (TIP):  Apple on September 14 introduced iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini, the next generation of the world’s best smartphone, featuring a beautiful design with sleek flat edges in five gorgeous new colors. Both models feature major innovations, including the most advanced dual-camera system ever on iPhone — with a new Wide camera … Apple introduces iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini

Researchers create chameleon-like artificial ‘skin’

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South Korean researchers have claimed that they have developed an artificial skin-like material that can quickly adjust its colours like a chameleon to match its surroundings. The team created the “skin” with a special ink that changes colour based on temperature and is controlled by tiny, flexible heaters. “Combined with the active control system and … Researchers create chameleon-like artificial ‘skin’

Ajay Devgn recreates his Phool Aur Kaante split

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Bollywood star Ajay Devgn is returning with the stunt that he performed 30 years ago in Phool Aur Kaante and looks like the actor has some surprises up his sleeve as he returns with his formidable ‘split’ that launched him into stardom. In a video shared on Instagram, Ajay shared a short promo with a … Ajay Devgn recreates his Phool Aur Kaante split

Prince Philip’s Will to be secret for 90 years: Court

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London (TIP): The will of Prince Philip, the late husband of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth, will be sealed and remain private for at least 90 years to preserve the monarch’s dignity, a judge at London’s High Court has ruled. Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who had been married to the 95-year-old British monarch for more than … Prince Philip’s Will to be secret for 90 years: Court

Ozone hole over Antarctica larger than usual, scientists say

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Berlin (TIP): Scientists say the hole in the Earth’s protective ozone layer over the Southern Hemisphere is larger than usual this year and already surpasses the size of Antarctica. The European Union’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service said Thursday that the so-called ozone hole, which appears every year during the Southern Hemisphere spring, has grown considerably … Ozone hole over Antarctica larger than usual, scientists say

Another Australian state legalises voluntary euthanasia

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Another

Brisbane (TIP): Voluntary euthanasia became legal in a fifth Australian state on September 16, more than 20 years after the country repealed the world’s first mercy killing law for the terminally ill. Queensland’s Parliament passed the law with 61 of the state’s 93 lawmakers voting in favor. New South Wales, the nation’s most populous state, … Another Australian state legalises voluntary euthanasia