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Iran bans cryptocurrency mining for 4 months after blackouts

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Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday announced a four-month ban on all cryptocurrency mining, a day after his energy minister apologised for unplanned power cuts in major cities. Iranian officials have regularly blamed unlicensed cryptocurrency miners for using vast amounts of electricity. “Cryptocurrency activities and mining cryptocurrencies must be stopped” until September 22, Rouhani said … Iran bans cryptocurrency mining for 4 months after blackouts

PNB scam: Choksi’s immediate repatriation stayed by Dominica court

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A Dominica court has put a stay on the repatriation of fugitive Mehul Choksi after Choksi’s legal team in Dominica filed a habeas corpus petition and highlighted that he was denied legal rights and was not allowed to meet his lawyers initially, local media reported. The matter is expected to be heard again on May … PNB scam: Choksi’s immediate repatriation stayed by Dominica court

Cost of equity declined in India

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The India Cost of Capital Survey 2021 concludes that in line with the falling interest rates, the cost of equity in India has declined since EY’s last cost of capital survey in 2017. The EY-NSE report encapsulates views of around 200 respondents from the corporate India, spread across different sectors and company sizes. The survey … Cost of equity declined in India

CONGRESSMAN ADRIANO ESPAILLAT ENDORSES ERIC ADAMS FOR MAYOR

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Assembly Member De La Rosa, Council Members Ayala & Feliz also endorse Adams NEW YORK (TIP): Rep. Adriano Espaillat endorsed, May 23, Eric Adams for mayor of New York City, outside the historic United Palace in Washington Heights, calling Adams “the leader for this moment.” Adams was also endorsed by a number of other elected … CONGRESSMAN ADRIANO ESPAILLAT ENDORSES ERIC ADAMS FOR MAYOR

ASHLEY SHARPTON ENDORSES ERIC ADAMS FOR MAYOR

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NEW YORK (TIP):  Prominent activist and community leader Ashley Sharpton, on May 27, endorsed Eric Adams for mayor outside the historic National Action Network headquarters in Harlem. “Eric Adams has been consistent in showing up and taking action against injustice no matter who it is. We are electing a mayor at a very crucial time … ASHLEY SHARPTON ENDORSES ERIC ADAMS FOR MAYOR

AAPI and Heartfulness Institute collaborate with Medicover to launch Virtual Covid Education Series for medical professionals, caregivers, and COVID volunteers

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CHICAGO (TIP): Continuing its initiatives under COVID-19 care, American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) and Heartfulness Wellness team invites all healthcare and medical professionals, caregivers, and covid care volunteers across the world for a series of webinars titled, “Virtual Covid Education Series”. These virtual sessions can be accessed without any fee at https://hfn.link/covideducation. The … AAPI and Heartfulness Institute collaborate with Medicover to launch Virtual Covid Education Series for medical professionals, caregivers, and COVID volunteers

Senate Republicans block Jan. 6 commission in victory for Trump

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Senate Republicans blocked legislation Friday, May 28, that would have launched a 9/11-style commission on the Jan. 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol, affirming they want to turn the page on the dark chapter in American history despite pleas for action from family members of a police officer killed in the riot, a … Senate Republicans block Jan. 6 commission in victory for Trump

Regulating digital media: Tightrope act over privacy, social orderd

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The tussle over an individual’s right to privacy vis-a-vis the state’s duty to identify and punish wrongdoers has taken an interesting turn. The management of WhatsApp, the messaging application used by 53 crore Indians, has gone to court against the Indian Government guidelines under which digital media companies are sought to be regulated. Citing user … Regulating digital media: Tightrope act over privacy, social orderd

Indian Americans Founded “Pure Hearts of Georgia” is a support group for families with special needs children

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Indian American Founded “Pure Hearts of Georgia” Is A support group for families with special needs children

ATLANTA, GA, (TIP): Anandhi Jambunathan watched with much joy as her firstborn Krishiv met his first-year milestones such crawling, walking, and smiling at people. But around 17 months, Anandhi noticed that Krishiv maintained minimal eye contact and kept distancing himself from his parents and cried at the sight of friends and neighbors. Based in California at the … Indian Americans Founded “Pure Hearts of Georgia” is a support group for families with special needs children

Alert Indian-origin driver stops train from hitting Asian man pushed onto tracks in New York

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Alert Indian American driver stops train from hitting Asian man pushed onto tracks in New York

New York (TIP):  An alert Indian-origin driver stopped his train and saved an Asian man who was pushed onto the tracks in an apparent hate crime incident, according to media reports. Tobin Madathil, 29, noticed a commotion as he was pulling into a station on Monday, May 24, and immediately took action. The quick-thinking subway … Alert Indian-origin driver stops train from hitting Asian man pushed onto tracks in New York

MAYOR DE BLASIO ANNOUNCES PARTNERS AGAINST THE HATE (P.A.T.H.) FORWARD, PROVIDING $3M TO COMBAT HATE CRIMES IN NEW YORK CITY

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The de Blasio Administration and the Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (OPHC) to partner with six anchor organizations, launching an innovative, community-based approach to hate crime prevention. NEW YORK (TIP): Mayor Bill de Blasio and Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (OPHC) Executive Director Deborah Lauter, on Thursday, May 27, announced the … MAYOR DE BLASIO ANNOUNCES PARTNERS AGAINST THE HATE (P.A.T.H.) FORWARD, PROVIDING $3M TO COMBAT HATE CRIMES IN NEW YORK CITY

A Summer of Renewal for our Students

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OPEN LETTER This year has demanded that all New York City families and students do so many things differently—they’ve had to think differently, learn differently, and connect differently with teachers, peers, and the whole school community. At the Department of Education, we know we also have to think differently as we look towards the summer. … A Summer of Renewal for our Students

“Hansel and Gretel breadcrumbs for the Intel Investigation on Covid Origins”

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Applaud POTUS Biden – now a Bipartisan Investigation. “I heartily welcome and celebrate President Biden’s command to our intelligence community to investigate the origin of Covid19. Roots are important not only to Alex Haley, but to biochemists and epidemiologists the world over to understand the nooks and crannies of this pandemic virus so as to … “Hansel and Gretel breadcrumbs for the Intel Investigation on Covid Origins”

Questionnaire

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What do you want your local elected officials to pay attention to? Let us know, and we’ll ask them. New York voters have a lot of decisions to make this year. A bunch of local offices are up for grabs in 2021, due to term limits. And elections are coming up fast: The primaries are … Questionnaire

Biden Orders Intelligence Investigation into Origins of Coronavirus

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Ravi Batra Applauds Biden for the Initiative WASHINGTON (TIP): New York based attorney Ravi Batra appeared to feel vindicated after President Biden called for a 90-day sprint to understand the origins of the coronavirus pandemicwhich came after intelligence officials told the White House that they had a raft of still-unexamined evidence that required additional computer … Biden Orders Intelligence Investigation into Origins of Coronavirus

Indian Economist Amartya Sen gets Spain’s topaward

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LONDON (TIP): Indian economist and Nobel Laureate Amartya Kumar Sen has been conferred with Spain’s top Princess of Asturias Award in the social sciences category, the Spanish prize foundation announced on Wednesday, May 26. Sen, 87, was selected out of 41 candidates from 20 nationalities, the Princess of Asturias Foundation said. “His research on famines … Indian Economist Amartya Sen gets Spain’s topaward

India’s External Affairs Minister meets U.S. officials, lawmakers in Washington

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“Conveyed appreciation for U.S. solidarity in addressing the Covid challenge”, the Minister says. WASHINGTON (TIP): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has had a hectic day and a half in Washington DC, where he met government officials, including National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) ambassador Katherine Tai, lawmakers, and the private … India’s External Affairs Minister meets U.S. officials, lawmakers in Washington

Israeli strikes in Gaza may be war crimes: UN Human Rights Chief

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GENEVA (TIP): UN Human Rights Chief Michelle Bachelet said that Hamas’ indiscriminate rocketing during the conflict was also a clear violation of the rules of war. The UN rights chief said on Thursday, May 27, that Israeli forces may have committed war crimes in the latest, 11-day war with the militant group Hamas that rules … Israeli strikes in Gaza may be war crimes: UN Human Rights Chief

Paul Ryan slams Trump in speech about future of Republican Party

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LOS ANGELES(TIP): Paul Ryan, a former speaker of the House, sounded a pointed warning to the GOP in a speech about its future, arguing that voters will have little patience for a party built on fealty to former President Trump. He told conservatives gathered at the Reagan Library, in Simi Valley California, Thursday, May 27 … Paul Ryan slams Trump in speech about future of Republican Party

Rules and rulers: On social media curbs

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– Govt. must hear out the social media industry, and shed its arbitrary rule-making It does seem that most if not all global social media giants will miss complying with the new IT rules of intermediaries, which come into effect today. It would be unfortunate if this non-compliance were to trigger a further worsening of … Rules and rulers: On social media curbs

Nassau Must Use Federal Action on Hate Crimes as Catalyst for Local Action

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DEAR EDITOR : I applaud President Biden for signing the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act into law – an important, timely, and refreshingly bipartisan piece of legislation that will provide federal law enforcement agencies robust tools to push back against the alarming increase in senseless bias and violence that the Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has … Nassau Must Use Federal Action on Hate Crimes as Catalyst for Local Action

What a proven coronavirus lab leak theory would mean

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Some degree of skepticism of the theory is still very much warranted, but if the theory were somehow proven, there would be a massive reckoning when it comes to just how much the scientific community knows what it’s doing — and how much it’s letting external factors such as politics cloud the certainty of its … What a proven coronavirus lab leak theory would mean

India in need of viable political alternative

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“In the seven years since he took oath, Modi’s government has never looked as shaky as it does today. Its aura of power is melting. For Modi sceptics, the botched-up handling of the second wave of the Covid pandemic — under-testing the patients and under-reporting the dead, lack of preparedness, unavailability of oxygen, and vaccine … India in need of viable political alternative

The Maharashtra Model

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The Mumbai Model has been praised by the honorable Supreme Court and many more people for which we are grateful. But my message to all the citizens of Maharashtra, stay home, step out only if need be, mask up, the battle isn’t over. The praise is only a sign for us to be brave and … The Maharashtra Model

Kovalam : Beach lovers’ paradise

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Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a favourite haunt of tourists since the 1930s. A massive rocky promontory on the beach has created a beautiful bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing. The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse. Sunbathing, swimming, herbal body … Kovalam : Beach lovers’ paradise

Tridevi – the three supreme Goddesses

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Tridevi, or three goddesses, is a term used in Hinduism to describe the three main female deities. These are Saraswati (who is linked to Brahma), Lakshmi (who is linked to Vishnu) and Parvati (who is linked to Shiva). Mahalakshmi – The Goddess of Wealth Sri Mahalakshmi or Lakshmi, as the Goddess is also referred to, … Tridevi – the three supreme Goddesses

Instagram updating ‘insights’ for video formats ‘Reels’ and ‘Live’ for creators

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Instagram creators have a reason to rejoice! The Facebook-owned photo-sharing platform on Monday announced that it is carrying out a few updates to the ‘insights’ feature of its video formats- ‘Reels’ and ‘Live’ that will help its content creators and businesses better comprehend and evaluate their performance on the platform. With the new update, Instagram … Instagram updating ‘insights’ for video formats ‘Reels’ and ‘Live’ for creators

Gmail storage full? Here’s how you can clean up and save some space

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Gmail is the most popular service for emails with more than a billion users. But Gmail can get cluttered pretty quickly, given all the promotional emails that might be finding their way into your inbox. With Google’s deadline for Photos looming (June 1), it is important to clear up Gmail and delete all those thousands … Gmail storage full? Here’s how you can clean up and save some space

Google to count high-quality photos, videos in free 15 GB quota

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Google has announced that from June 1, any new high-quality photos and videos you back up will count toward the free 15 GB of free storage that comes with every Google account, or the additional storage you’ve purchased as a Google One member. The company said that you’re existing high-quality photos and videos are exempt … Google to count high-quality photos, videos in free 15 GB quota

FB to take actions against those who repeatedly share false content

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Facebook will now send a notification if you are interacting with content that has been rated by the company’s fact-checker system. Social media apps like Facebook play a big role in spreading false news, so the company is launching new ways to inform people about false or misleading content. Users will see a pop up … FB to take actions against those who repeatedly share false content