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Barrett, Gorsuch, Kavanaugh side with liberal Supreme Court justices in computer fraud case

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Trump-appointed Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh, Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch sided with liberal Justices Stephen Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan Thursday, June 3, to endorse a narrow approach on how to apply a 1986 law against computer hacking. The justices overturned the conviction of a police officer, Nathan Van Buren, who … Barrett, Gorsuch, Kavanaugh side with liberal Supreme Court justices in computer fraud case

White House defends Dr Fauci over lab leak emails

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WASHINGTON (TIP): The White House has defended the president’s top coronavirus adviser, Dr Anthony Fauci, amid scrutiny of his recently released work emails. Dr Fauci has been the face of the nation’s Covid-19 response, drawing both praise and criticism. “I’m very confident in Dr Fauci,” President Joe Biden said on Friday, June 4. But emails … White House defends Dr Fauci over lab leak emails

Nassau County Executive Curran Unveils Newly Redesigned Park Dedicated to Champion of 9/11 Responders

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MINEOLA, NY (TIP): Nassau County Executive was joined by the family of the late 9/11 champion Detective Luis G. Alvarez, elected officials, Nassau County Police Department, members of the NYPD and other distinguished guests to officially unveil Detective Luis G. Alvarez Memorial Park in Oceanside, May end. It is with great honor that we officially … Nassau County Executive Curran Unveils Newly Redesigned Park Dedicated to Champion of 9/11 Responders

Meet the Good Samaritan Nikhil Mehta

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Nikhil Mehta is a 17-year-old young gentleman currently a rising junior at Smithtown High School East, Long Island, New York. He is taking several college-level courses, maintaining a 4.55 GPA, attained AP Scholar with Honor Award, and is part of the National Honor Society. At school, he is the Director of the Linked Elderly Outreach … Meet the Good Samaritan Nikhil Mehta

Fourth Of July Fireworks Poised for Full NYC Return: Mayor de Blasio

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Expect more fireworks as New York City marks its first Fourth of July under newly lifted coronavirus restrictions. An announcement is coming soon about the return of Macy’s annual July 4 fireworks show, Mayor Bill de Blasio said. De Blasio played coy with details but teased the show won’t be like … Fourth Of July Fireworks Poised for Full NYC Return: Mayor de Blasio

ERIC ADAMS UNVEILS “WeRISE” AGENDA TO RAISE IMMIGRANT SAFETY AND EMPOWERMENT

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NEW YORK (TIP): Front running mayoral candidate Eric Adams, on June 3, unveiled his “WeRISE” agenda to raise immigrant safety and empowerment,  at a town hall for ethnic and community media. The Indian Panorama editor Prof. Indrajit S Saluja was one of the attendees. Adams noted that New York City is “not only home to … ERIC ADAMS UNVEILS “WeRISE” AGENDA TO RAISE IMMIGRANT SAFETY AND EMPOWERMENT

Education important pillar of India-US ties: Ambassador Sandhu

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Education is an important pillar of India-US partnership, India’s top diplomat in the United States said after a virtual meeting with the Chancellor of the University of California, Davis. Good discussion this afternoon with Chancellor Gary May and his team on the big potential for knowledge and research partnership in agriculture, health, digital … Education important pillar of India-US ties: Ambassador Sandhu

Indian American Steven Olikara announces his US Senate Exploratory Committee for 2022

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Indian American Steven Olikara announces his US Senate Exploratory Committee for 2022

WISCONSIN (TIP): Steven Olikara, the son of Indian immigrants living in Wisconsin, has just announced his US Senate Exploratory Committee for 2022 Wisconsin Senate election. If he gets elected, Olikara, a Brookfield, Wisconsin native, entrepreneur and nonprofit leader, will be the only person of Indian origin in the US Senate. “While the politicians have the … Indian American Steven Olikara announces his US Senate Exploratory Committee for 2022

NRI tycoon Yusuffali pays nearly $1.5 million blood money to save Indian national in the UAE

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ABU DHABI (TIP): A 45-year-old Indian, who was on death row in the United Arab Emirates for killing a young Sudanese boy in a road accident in 2012, can’t believe that he will be a free man and can return to the country to be with his family.   Becks Krishnan was saved by prominent … NRI tycoon Yusuffali pays nearly $1.5 million blood money to save Indian national in the UAE

US V-P Harris speaks with PM Modi, assures Covid vaccines to India

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Some of 6 million doses for ‘surge’ nations to be shipped to India WASHINGTON (TIP): US Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday, June 3, spokewith India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and three other world leaders and informed them that the US will begin sharing the first 25 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to their respective … US V-P Harris speaks with PM Modi, assures Covid vaccines to India

Eager to involve Indian investigators and sites in global clinical trials: Anthony Fauci

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is the head of the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said that India and the U.S. must continue to collaborate on research related to SARS-CoV-2 as well as vaccines and adjutants.   “We also are eager to involve Indian investigators and sites in global clinical trials … Eager to involve Indian investigators and sites in global clinical trials: Anthony Fauci

US Congress tables Bill to remove per-country cap on green card

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WASHINGTON (TIP): A bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the US House of Representatives to eliminate the per country cap on employment-based green card. The legislation was introduced by Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren and Congressman John Curtis, and it is likely to benefit Indian IT professionals anguishing over decades of green card wait. The Bill phases … US Congress tables Bill to remove per-country cap on green card

Despairing India needs a JP for this century

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We have lived for far too long in the 21st century with the carcasses of ideologies of the 19th century. They were already outdated by the second half of the 20th century; they make no sense in the 21st. These ideologies received from the past force square pegs of a new reality into prefabricated round … Despairing India needs a JP for this century

Sedition law must go

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British-era clause can’t be used to fix activists, journalists After over seven decades of Independence, India is struggling to get rid of the sedition law – widely misused against activists and journalists. In view of its ‘chilling effect’, the Supreme Court has decided to examine the archaic Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) … Sedition law must go

Get out and Vote

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Election Day is Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Polls are open from 6am to 9pm. Early Voting Period is June 12, 2021 – June 20, 2021. New York City Primary Election is just two weeks away. Is the Indian American community fully prepared to exhibit its strength? Well, some believe, its isn’t. Some others claim it … Get out and Vote

Supreme Court of India throws out sedition case against Journalist Vinod Dua:  upholds right to criticize government

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NEW DELHI (TIP): The Supreme Court of India, on Thursday, June 3, quashed an FIR registered by the Himachal Pradesh Police against senior journalist Vinod Dua last year for his comments critical of the government’s handling of Covid-19 lockdown on YouTube. “We are of the firm view that the prosecution of the petitioner for the … Supreme Court of India throws out sedition case against Journalist Vinod Dua:  upholds right to criticize government

Facebook suspends Trump for 2 years in response to Oversight Board ruling

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The change is part of a series of responses to the Facebook Oversight Board’s ruling on former president Trump. WASHINGTON (TIP): Facebook said Friday, June 4, that it plans to suspend Trump for two years following his comments in the wake of the Capitol insurrection on January 6th and will only reinstate him” if the … Facebook suspends Trump for 2 years in response to Oversight Board ruling

37th anniversary of Operation Blue star: The game is for power not for Punjab

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It was on June 1 in 1984 that the Indian armed forces launched a military action on the Golden Temple complex, allegedly to neutralize the Sikh militants led by Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale. The operation lasted 10 days, resulting in the death of hundreds of innocent pilgrims inside the complex, besides extensive damage to thehighest … 37th anniversary of Operation Blue star: The game is for power not for Punjab

Eye Foundation of America: Dedicated to elimination of avoidable blindness in children worldwide

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Eye Foundation of America is dedicated to the elimination of avoidable blindness in children worldwide, and, in India. Dr. VK Raju, an internationally reputed ophthalmologist, is founder and president of the Eye Foundation of America. Late Arthur J Pais, a senior journalist with India Abroad recorded his impressions of Dr. VK Raju in the publication’s … Eye Foundation of America: Dedicated to elimination of avoidable blindness in children worldwide

Eye Foundation of America Friend/ Fundraiser on 5th June, 2021

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Eye Foundation of America will hold a friend/ fundraiser on June 5, 2021. It will be a virtual event, being co-hosted by Eye Foundation of America, AAPI, GAPIO and Rotary. The virtual event will start at 9 PM EST. Speaking with The Indian Panorama, Eye Foundation of America founder and chairman Dr. VK Raju, an … Eye Foundation of America Friend/ Fundraiser on 5th June, 2021

“Operation Blue Star – Counterbalancing Terror –  results in boomeranging horrible pain”

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The 1984 Operation Blue Star was the biggest internal security mission ever undertaken by the Indian Army. Operation Blue Star was Indira Gandhi’s solution to the haywire going law and order situation in Punjab. Operation Blue Star was carried out between June 1 and June 10, 1984, in Amritsar.-EDITOR “Leadership requires making choices – picking … “Operation Blue Star – Counterbalancing Terror –  results in boomeranging horrible pain”

TFF@20 LINEUP

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20TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL CELEBRATES RETURN OF LIVE EVENTS CULMINATING IN SPECIAL JUNETEENTH PROGRAMMING   “After a year of closed cinemas, canceled gatherings, and virtual everything, it is with joy and hope that we finally invite New Yorkers out of their homes and back to the movies. Immersed in the city itself, Tribeca 2021 will bring … TFF@20 LINEUP

China keeps diplomats out of espionage trial of Australian blogger Yang Hengjun

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Beijing (TIP): Australia’s ambassador to China was denied entry to a heavily guarded Beijing court on Thursday that is hearing an espionage case against Australian blogger Yang Hengjun, at a time of worsening ties between the two nations. Graham Fletcher, Australia’s ambassador to China, attempted to enter the Beijing No. 2 Intermediate People’s Court in … China keeps diplomats out of espionage trial of Australian blogger Yang Hengjun

Germany recognizes colonial killings in Namibia as genocide

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Berlin (TIP): Germany has reached an agreement with Namibia that will see it officially recognise as genocide the colonial-era killings of tens of thousands of people and commit to spending a total of 1.1 billion euros (USD 1.3 billion), largely on development projects. The accord announced Friday is the result of more than five years … Germany recognizes colonial killings in Namibia as genocide

Maradona death probe: Judge issues travel ban for seven suspects

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Buenos Aires (TIP): An Argentine judge on Thursday imposed an international travel ban on seven health professionals who cared for Diego Maradona in the days before his death. Judge Orlando Diaz issued the order after prosecutors deemed the defendants posed a flight risk, Argentina’s state-run Telam news service reported. Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, … Maradona death probe: Judge issues travel ban for seven suspects

EU challenges TikTok over consumer rights breaches claim

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Brussels (TIP): The European Commission said on Friday it has given one month to the Chinese-owned video app TikTok to answer complaints from an European consumers group over its commercial practices. The EU’s executive arm said it has started discussions involving the platform and the national consumer authorities following an alert launched earlier this year … EU challenges TikTok over consumer rights breaches claim

Plague of ravenous, destructive mice tormenting Australians

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Bogan Gate (Australia) (TIP) : At night, the floors of sheds vanish beneath carpets of scampering mice. Ceilings come alive with the sounds of scratching. One family blamed mice chewing electrical wires for their house burning down. Vast tracts of land in Australia’s New South Wales state are being threatened by a mouse plague that … Plague of ravenous, destructive mice tormenting Australians

Shoot-out after policewoman stabbed in attack in western France

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Chapelle-Sur-Erdre (France) (TIP): A man stabbed and badly wounded a policewoman in the town of La Chapelle-sur-Erdre in western France on Friday before he was arrested in a shoot-out, the national gendarmerie force. The assailant had been caught after a manhunt that involved two police helicopters and more than 200 officers. There was a shoot-out … Shoot-out after policewoman stabbed in attack in western France

Amazon buys MGM for $8.45 bn

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Amazon is going Hollywood. The online shopping giant is buying MGM, the movie and TV studio behind James Bond, ‘Legally Blonde’ and ‘Shark Tank’, with the hopes of filling its video streaming service with more stuff to watch. Amazon is paying $8.45 billion for MGM, making it the company’s second-largest acquisition after it bought grocer … Amazon buys MGM for $8.45 bn

Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO on July 5

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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has picked a date to step down as CEO. Bezos, who grew Amazon from an internet bookstore to an online shopping behemoth, said Wednesday that Amazon executive Andy Jassy will take over the CEO role on July 5. We chose that date because its sentimental for me,” Bezos said during an … Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO on July 5