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India’s PM Narendra Modi in a major reshuffle drops 12 senior ministers and inducts a younger team

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I.S. Saluja NEW DELHI (TIP): In a balancing act and to refurbish the image of the government, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, reshuffled his ministry, dropping 12 ministers and inducting 15 cabinet ministers and 28 junior ministers. The exercise is believed to have been necessitated by the upcoming elections in a few States, the … India’s PM Narendra Modi in a major reshuffle drops 12 senior ministers and inducts a younger team

Dr. Anupama Gotimukula is the New President for AAPI

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Dr. Anupama Gotimukula is the New President for AAPI

ATLANTA (TIP) July 5: Dr. Anupama Gotimukula assumed charge as the President of American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), during the 39th annual Convention of America’s largest ethnic physician organization in Atlanta on July 4. During a solemn ceremony attended in person by hundreds of AAPI delegates from around the nation at the … Dr. Anupama Gotimukula is the New President for AAPI

Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu interacts with White House fellows

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Founded in 1964, the White House Fellowship is a non-partisan programme that brings young leaders into the federal government to provide first-hand experience working at the highest levels of government India’s Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday, July 1, interacted with White House fellows and discussed with them the intricacies … Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu interacts with White House fellows

Legendary Indian actor Dilip Kumar has died at 98

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Dilip Kumar the legendary actor dies at 98

I.S. Saluja MUMBAI (TIP): Dilip Kumar, the Bollywood icon, hailed as the “Tragedy King” and one of Hindi cinema’s greatest actors, died Wednesday, July 7, in a Mumbai hospital after a prolonged illness. He was 98. “Dilip Kumar will be remembered as a cinematic legend. He was blessed with unparalleled brilliance, due to which audiences … Legendary Indian actor Dilip Kumar has died at 98

History this week: July 9-15

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July 9 July 9, 1868 – The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. The Amendment defined U.S. citizenship and prohibited individual States from abridging the rights of any American citizen without due process and equal protection under the law. The Amendment also barred individuals involved in rebellion against the U.S. from holding public … History this week: July 9-15

Toyota won’t donate to election objectors after company was targeted by anti-Trump PAC in ad

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WASHINGTON (TIP): The announcement came after an anti-Trump PAC said it would target companies that donated to lawmakers who refused to certify the election. The decision backtracks on Toyota’s previous donation stance. Toyota Motor Corp. will no longer donate to members of Congress who voted against certifying President Joe Biden’s 2020 election win in January, … Toyota won’t donate to election objectors after company was targeted by anti-Trump PAC in ad

US will not immediately lift travel restrictions: White House

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WASHINGTON (TIP): The Biden administration will not immediately lift any international travel restrictions, even as it faces growing pressure from US business groups and lawmakers, a White House official told Reuters on Wednesday, July 7. In June, the administration launched interagency working groups with the European Union, United Kingdom, Canada, and Mexico to look at … US will not immediately lift travel restrictions: White House

Former President Donald Trump announced he is suing Facebook, Twitter and Google

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Former President Donald Trump took his fight with three massive tech companies to court, filing lawsuits that legal experts say are all but guaranteed to fail – even as they rally Republican voters, fundraisers and donors. Trump revealed Wednesday, July 7,  that he is suing Facebook, Twitter and Google, as well as their … Former President Donald Trump announced he is suing Facebook, Twitter and Google

Rajasthan High Court cancels Adani group’s land allotted for solar park near Pokhran

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By Dr Yash Goyal JAIPUR (TIP): In a serious setback to the ambitious solar energy planning of the state government, Rajasthan High Court has cancelled the allotment of land measuring 1452.13 Bigha made in favour of the Adani Renewable Energy Park Rajasthan Limited (AREPRL) in village Nedan in Pokhran on the reasons that it is … Rajasthan High Court cancels Adani group’s land allotted for solar park near Pokhran

Eric Adams Wins Democratic Nomination for NYC Mayor; Garcia and Wiley Concede

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The city’s Board of Elections released updated preliminary numbers Tuesday, July 6, —now counting absentee ballots—which show the Brooklyn Borough President leading over former Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia with 50.5 percent of votes after eight elimination rounds of Ranked Choice Voting. It may be mentioned here that The Indian Panorama was … Eric Adams Wins Democratic Nomination for NYC Mayor; Garcia and Wiley Concede

MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR PORTER ANNOUNCE ACADEMIC RECOVERY PLAN FOR PIVOTAL SCHOOL YEAR AHEAD

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$635M historic investment to jumpstart academic achievement for every student   NEW YORK(TIP): Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter, on July 8 announced their academic recovery vision for New York City’s public schools and students in the wake of the pandemic. The bold, rigorous framework will guide school communities and support students during … MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR PORTER ANNOUNCE ACADEMIC RECOVERY PLAN FOR PIVOTAL SCHOOL YEAR AHEAD

Tropical Storm Elsa slams East Coast; at least 1 dead in Florida and 10 injured in Georgia

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  July 6,2021 ARLINGTON, Va. (TIP): Tropical Storm Elsa powered its way up the East Coast on Thursday, July 8, an unrelenting weather system that has claimed one life, injured at least 10 people and flooded parts of New York City. About 27,000 homes and businesses remained without power in the eastern U.S. on Thursday, … Tropical Storm Elsa slams East Coast; at least 1 dead in Florida and 10 injured in Georgia

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC, USA) Condemns the custodial death of Father Stan Swamy

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NEW YORK (TIP): The Indian Overseas Congress (IOC, USA) has expressed shock on the way Father Stan Swamy was treated inhumanly without basic facilities in spite of his fragile health in police custody resulting in his death. The President of Indian National Overseas Congress Mohinder Gilzian expressed outrage at the death of Father Stan Swamy … Indian Overseas Congress (IOC, USA) Condemns the custodial death of Father Stan Swamy

Indian Overseas Congress, USA Vice-Chair George Abraham condoles Father Stan Swamy’s death in custody

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NEW YORK (TIP): The custodial death of the Jesuit priest Stan Swamy in Mumbai, India has sent shock waves across the world. The Indian panorama received a number of calls from readers condemning the Indian government’s total disregard of the basic human rights of people. Some have sent their written statements of condemnation. George Abraham, … Indian Overseas Congress, USA Vice-Chair George Abraham condoles Father Stan Swamy’s death in custody

SAI Temple Baldwin Celebrates 20 years

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I.S. Saluja BALDWIN, NY (TIP): Sai Temple, Baldwin celebrated 20th anniversary July 4. Consul General of India at New York, Randhir Kumar Jaiswal was the chief guest. He was accompanied by his wife Dr. Abha Jaiswal. Dr. Gaddam Reddy, Chairman, Hindu Temple was the guest of honor. He was accompanied by Mrs. Reddy. On the … SAI Temple Baldwin Celebrates 20 years

The death of Fr. Swamy

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Denial of bail to under-trials must come up for national debate Stanislaus Lourduswamy or Father Stan Swamy, a Jesuit priest, was born in Tiruchirappalli, worked in Ranchi for the rights of forest dwellers and died at the age of 84 in Mumbai as an under-trial prisoner, exemplifying the undying spirit of rebellion against the State … The death of Fr. Swamy

Goodbye, Dilip Kumar

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The passing of Dilip Kumar, the king of melancholia on the silver screen, signals the final break from the early days of Hindi film ‘talkies’, when actors were beginning to shed the exaggerated theatricality of stage drama and learning to love the camera. In the 1930s and 1940s, Ashok Kumar, Motilal Rajvansh and Balraj Sahni … Goodbye, Dilip Kumar

BJP does balancing act to check dissidence

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“Barring stray individuals, the core team remained unquestioningly loyal to the BJP through thick and thin. But the BJP’s recent enlargement and the induction of defectors from the Congress and regional parties etched their own fault lines. Added to this trend is the over-centralization of authority in identifiable power centers ensconced in Delhi which ride … BJP does balancing act to check dissidence

Darkness at noon, felled by the judiciary

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The most flagrant abuse of the UAPA, and constant rejection of bail applications of those accused as a means of silencing opposing voices, can be seen in the Bhima Koregaon cases, including Fr. Swamy’s case, as well as the cases pertaining to protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), where mere thought is elevated to … Darkness at noon, felled by the judiciary

Troubling prospects in Afghanistan

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As the reality of the U.S. withdrawal takes hold, the future will depend on Taliban-Kabul dynamics and Pakistan’s role In coming months, as uncertainties mount, there will be increasing Taliban presence in the countryside as the Kabul government concentrates on ensuring security in urban areas and of the road networks. The Taliban military strategy has … Troubling prospects in Afghanistan

THEATRE WORLD CELEBRATES 75

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By Mabel Pais SPECIAL EVENT CELEBRATES 75 YEARS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT FOR ANDRÉ DE SHIELDS, PATTI LUPONE EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR AUDRA MCDONALD SUNDAY, JULY 11 @ 7 PM   The Theatre World Awards, Dale Badway, President, in association with Tom D’Angora and Michael D’Angora present the star-studded line-up of this year’s “Theatre World Awards: Special Event … THEATRE WORLD CELEBRATES 75

Birthday Horoscope- July 12 to 18, 2021

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Shri Ganeshaya Namah!!! By Astro Friend Chirag – Son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla July 12 Your day will begin with a lot of surprises, sparkles and smiles. You will have the best day looking after the people you love. Eventhough as the day goes on you will have a lot of chores to do, you … Birthday Horoscope- July 12 to 18, 2021

Weekly Horoscope- July12 July to 18, 2021

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Shri Ganeshaya Namah!!! By Astro Friend Chirag – Son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla Aries – This week you will enjoy living your life and relaxing because you will have the time to do what you love instead of slogging off constantly which you have been doing since quite a while now. Make sure you’re focused … Weekly Horoscope- July12 July to 18, 2021

Happy birthday America!

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Did we survive January 6th’s Wake Up Call? Happy birthday America. May God continue to bless the United States of America, and may our actions cause the word “united,” to go from a useless noun to a satisfying adjective. “Strikingly, the most significant difference between those 56 brave immortals on July 4, 1776 and today’s … Happy birthday America!

Wimbledon ends in tears for injured Serena

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LONDON (TIP): Seven-time champion Serena Williams’ hopes of claiming a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title at Wimbledon ended in tears as the American quit with an injury early in her first-round match against unseeded Belarusian Aliaksandra Sasnovich. The 39-year-old needed treatment off the court when leading 3-2 in the first set and was clearly … Wimbledon ends in tears for injured Serena

England-Pakistan ODI at Lord’s approved for full capacity

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London (TIP): The one-day international between England and Pakistan on July 10 was approved on Friday, July 2,  for a full capacity crowd of 31,100 at Lord’s. It joins other sporting events such as Wimbledon and the European Championship in a British government research program studying the effects of fan attendance as Covid-19 restrictions are … England-Pakistan ODI at Lord’s approved for full capacity

Monsoon destinations in India

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Monsoon is one of the best times of the year to experience the beauty of every exotic part of India that offers ecstasy, beauty, and heavenly pleasure when you are vacationing. Although people may not find it very safe to travel during monsoon, rains have the magical spell to change your fear to become a … Monsoon destinations in India

London replaces Amsterdam as Europe’s trading hub, first time after Brexit

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London moved back ahead of Amsterdam as Europe’s largest share trading center in June, reclaiming the top spot for the first time this year after Brexit pushed much of the city’s volumes to the continent. An average 8.92 billion euros ($10.6 billion) of shares a day were traded on various London venues in June, compared … London replaces Amsterdam as Europe’s trading hub, first time after Brexit

Economy recovering, rising cyber attacks a risk: RBI

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The second wave of the pandemic took a “grievous toll” on India, but the dented economic activity has started recovering from late-May, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Thursday, July 1. In a first, Das flagged the rising data breaches and cyber attacks as a risk facing the economy, along with others like firming global … Economy recovering, rising cyber attacks a risk: RBI

India Inc foreign borrowings plunge by 51%

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India companies’ foreign borrowings plunged by nearly 51 per cent to USD 738.45 million in May this year amid the second wave of COVID-19, according to the RBI data. Indian businesses had raised USD 1.49 billion by way of external commercial borrowings (ECB) in May 2020. The entire fund raised in May 2021 came through … India Inc foreign borrowings plunge by 51%