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South Korea ruling party faces local election losses, presaging rocky road for President Moon

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Seoul (TIP): Roiled by property scandals and economic failures, South Korea’s liberal ruling party looks set to lose the mayoral offices in the two largest cities, making it harder for President Moon Jae-in to achieve the policy goals of his last year in office. Tens of millions of South Koreans will begin early voting on … South Korea ruling party faces local election losses, presaging rocky road for President Moon

New Zealand businessman guilty of having child abuse images

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Wellington (TIP): One of New Zealand’s most well-known businessmen pleaded guilty on Thursday to possessing child sex abuse images, including some of children as young as 2. Ron Brierley’s pleas on three charges in an Australian court have sparked a rarely invoked procedure to strip him of the knighthood he received more than 30 years … New Zealand businessman guilty of having child abuse images

Dutch couples mark 20th anniversary of world’s first same-sex marriages

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 Amsterdam (TIP): Twenty years ago, Dutch couple Gert Kasteel and Dolf Pasker made history when they tied the knot in the world’s first legally-recognised same-sex wedding in the Netherlands. They were among four gay couples—three male and one female—to be married shortly after midnight by the mayor of Amsterdam on April 1, 2001. On Thursday, … Dutch couples mark 20th anniversary of world’s first same-sex marriages

7 convicted in Hong Kong over 2019 pro-democracy protests

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Hong Kong (TIP): Seven Hong Kong pro-democracy advocates were convicted on Thursday on charges of organising and participating in an unlawful assembly during massive anti-government protests in 2019 that triggered a crackdown on dissent. The seven include media tycoon and founder of the Apple Daily tabloid Jimmy Lai, as well as 82-year-old Martin Lee, a … 7 convicted in Hong Kong over 2019 pro-democracy protests

At least 36 dead in Taiwan train crash

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Taipei (TIP): A train derailed in a tunnel in eastern Taiwan on Friday after apparently hitting a truck, with at least 36 dead and 72 injured, as rescuers struggled to reach crushed carriages, the transport ministry said. The train, travelling to Taitung, came off the rails in a tunnel just north of Hualien causing some … At least 36 dead in Taiwan train crash

Serbia’s firefighters auction Cristiano Ronaldo’s armband to help sick boy

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Belgrade (TIP): The Portugal captain’s armband which Cristiano Ronaldo angrily threw on the ground after his goal was incorrectly disallowed in a soccer World Cup qualifier against Serbia at the weekend, was picked up by Djordje Vukicevic, a duty firefighter. The blue armband with a white letter C was then put up for a charity … Serbia’s firefighters auction Cristiano Ronaldo’s armband to help sick boy

Boris Johnson’s senior black adviser resigns amid Downing Street tensions

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London (TIP): UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s senior-most black adviser, Samuel Kasumu, has stepped down from his post as Special Adviser for Civil Society and Communities, it emerged on Thursday, a day after the release of a controversial government-appointed race review. Kasumu’s resignation will come in effect from May 1 and Downing Street has dismissed … Boris Johnson’s senior black adviser resigns amid Downing Street tensions

ARTISTS SPEAK OUT IN SUPPORT OF ASIAN COMMUNITY

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NAAP STATEMENT Our mission has always focused our support on the performing arts, while also building a safe place in our community. In the wake of not just last week’s event, but the multiple horrible attacks in recent memory, we at NAAP want to reach out to our friends and members who are feeling anger, … ARTISTS SPEAK OUT IN SUPPORT OF ASIAN COMMUNITY

Some Positive Signs in India-Pakistan Relations?

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 “Hoping for a quick turn-around in Indo-Pakistan relations may just be wishful thinking. Perhaps it is, but I must admit that I have secretly indulged in it since 1978 when I went to Egypt on my first diplomatic posting and witnessed Anwar Sadat and Menahem Begin burying the hatchet between their two countries. Egypt and … Some Positive Signs in India-Pakistan Relations?

BAPS CHARITIES HOST 2nd POP COVID -!9 VACCINATION CLINIC

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MELVILLE, NY (TIP): BAPS Charities had a very successful 2nd Covid Vaccination pop-up clinic on Friday, March 26th. 2021, at BAPS Hindu Temple in Melville, Long Island. A total of 550 people received the Pfizer vaccine, out of which 240 people received their 2nd dose. The vaccination and logistics were provided by NYS Covid Task … BAPS CHARITIES HOST 2nd POP COVID -!9 VACCINATION CLINIC

Village of Lincolnwood community comes out in support ofJesal Patel in the Mayoral Race

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  Punch # 13456 Jesal Patel for Lincolnwood Mayor LINCOLNWOOD, IL (TIP): A wave of excitement engulfed the Village of Lincolnwood since Jesal Patel declared his candidacy for the office of the Village Mayor. During the recent meet and greet held on March 25th, 2031at Holiday Inn, Skokie, IL 60077, many prominent members of Lincolnwood … Village of Lincolnwood community comes out in support ofJesal Patel in the Mayoral Race

ndian Consulate Launches India@75 at GOPIO-Manhattan’s Shaheed Diwas Celebrations

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NEW YORK (TIP):  If India and the people of Indian origin living around the world enjoy freedom, liberty, equality and success, it’s due to the sacrifices, vision and foresight of men and women who dedicated their lives at the cause of freedom, fighting for independence from the 200-years of British Rule. There are millions who … ndian Consulate Launches India@75 at GOPIO-Manhattan’s Shaheed Diwas Celebrations

Indian American choreographer Vinita Hazari dances alongside Olaf the snowman

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NEW YORK (TIP): Most little girls around the world grow up listening to fairy tales and often learn their first lessons on love and life inspired by the princesses in the stories. As questions about diversity and inclusivity gain mainstream attention, also has the scope of these fairy tales. In fact, there has been noise … Indian American choreographer Vinita Hazari dances alongside Olaf the snowman

Indian American Seema Nanda set to return to the Department of Labor

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Indian American Seema Nanda set to return to the Department of Labor

WASHINGTON (TIP): Indian American Seema Nanda is set to return to the Department of Labor, where she served for 40 months as Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff and Deputy Solicitor during the Obama administration. President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate her as the Solicitor of the Department of Labor on March … Indian American Seema Nanda set to return to the Department of Labor

Indian American Couple DonatesUSD 150,000 for Bihar, Jharkhand Healthcare

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WASHINGTON (TIP): An Indian American couple has donated over ₹ 1 for crore healthcare works in Bihar and Jharkhand, the Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America (BJANA) announced on Monday, March 29. The generous donation of USD 150,000 by the Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation to the BJANA would be used for healthcare efforts in the rural … Indian American Couple DonatesUSD 150,000 for Bihar, Jharkhand Healthcare

Indian American Businessman Running for Virginia Lt Governor

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WASHIMGTON (TIP): Indian American businessman and community leader Puneet Ahluwalia, who is running for the powerful office of the Virginia Lieutenant Governor, is seeking to bring diversity in the country’s political landscape at a time when there is a sudden national surge in violence against the Asian-American community. The Republican Party is slated to pick its … Indian American Businessman Running for Virginia Lt Governor

No Roadmap to Double Farmers’ Income

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At the halfway mark of this historic mission, the Modi govt did not even have a plan on paper on how the farmers’ income was to be doubled. None of the budgets has made any separate allocation for this publicised programme. The most generous reading would be that the DFI is not a separate plan … No Roadmap to Double Farmers’ Income

Trump enters FB via daughter-in-law’s Page, kicked off again

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SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): Facebook has kicked off former US President Donald Trump for the second time from its platform as he tried to evade the ban by posting an interview via a Facebook Page in the name of his daughter-in-law Lara Trump. Lara is married to Eric Frederick Trump, the third child and second son … Trump enters FB via daughter-in-law’s Page, kicked off again

PNB fraud: Warrant against Nirav Modi’s sister, brother-in-law kept in abeyance

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Purvi was arraigned as an accused in the case, where multiple chargesheets have been filed by the ED and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) NEW DELHI (TIP): A special PMLA court on Thursday, April 1, kept in abeyance the warrant issued against the sister and brother-in-law of fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi till further … PNB fraud: Warrant against Nirav Modi’s sister, brother-in-law kept in abeyance

President Biden Unveils What He Calls A ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Infrastructure Proposal

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The measure, called the American Jobs Plan, includes big infrastructure fixes PITTSBURGH (TIP): President Biden on Wednesday, March 31, unveiled a sprawling, ambitious infrastructure proposal that, if enacted, would overhaul how Americans get from Point A to Point B, how their electricity is generated, the speed of their Internet connections, the quality of their water … President Biden Unveils What He Calls A ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Infrastructure Proposal

John Kerry to visit New Delhi, U.A.E and Dhaka

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Will hold consultations on increasing climate ambition ahead of President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate April 22-23 WASHINGTON (TIP): The U.S.’s Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry, will travel to New Delhi, Dhaka and Abu Dhabi during April 1-9, the State Department announced on Wednesday, April 31. The purpose of the travel is for “consultations on increasing climate ambition ahead … John Kerry to visit New Delhi, U.A.E and Dhaka

Indian IT professionals likely to benefit as Biden lets Trump era H-1B visa ban expire

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Indian IT professionals likely to benefit as Biden lets Trump era H-1B visa ban expire

WASHINGTON (TIP): US President Joe Biden on Thursday, April 1, let the ban on foreign workers visa, H-1B, lapse as the notification issued by his predecessor Donald Trump expired, a move which is likely to benefit thousands of Indian IT professionals. Amidst a national lockdown and the COVID-19 crisis, Trump in June last year issued … Indian IT professionals likely to benefit as Biden lets Trump era H-1B visa ban expire

The American way

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Build social & political consensus on legalizing marijuana New York has become the 15th American state to legalize the use of marijuana by adults, while Virginia intends to allow possession of small quantities of the drug from July onwards. A new law will bring relief to many people previously charged with marijuana crimes in New … The American way

IRS, Treasury disburse more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan; total tops 130 million with more to come

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WASHINGTON (TIP): The Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced, April 1, they are disbursing several million more payments in the third batch of Economic Impact Payments from the American Rescue Plan. This brings the total disbursed so far to more than 130 million payments … IRS, Treasury disburse more Economic Impact Payments under the American Rescue Plan; total tops 130 million with more to come

AAPI urges government to prevent attacks on Asian Americans

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AAPI urges government to prevent attacks on Asian Americans

CHICAGO (TIP): Expressing deep concern and anguish about recent attacks against Asian Americans, the American Association of Physicians of India Origin (AAPI) has urged the federal, state and local Governments to make all out efforts to protect them. “AAPI wants to express our deep concern and anguish about the violence the nation has witnessed against … AAPI urges government to prevent attacks on Asian Americans

First Asian Ajay Data gets Elected Unopposed Chairman of UASG

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Yash Goyal in Jaipur LOS ANGELES /JAIPUR (TIP):  In a very keenly watched election for the Chair of Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) which is supported by the International Internet Body (ICANN) at LA (USA), Jaipur’s Dr Ajay Data, Chief of Indian IT Firm Data Xgen has been declared elected at a recently held poll … First Asian Ajay Data gets Elected Unopposed Chairman of UASG

CDC director gives emotional warning of ‘impending doom’

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WASHINGTON (TIP): Thousands of cases of the B.1.1.7 strain have been reported across the United States, and experts fear the variant could drive another Covid-19 surge as states race to get ahead and vaccinate. The strain, first spotted in the United Kingdom, isn’t just more contagious than the original novel coronavirus. It appears to be … CDC director gives emotional warning of ‘impending doom’

Riar has died

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This man should not have been in a hurry to go. Just over fifty, Harvinder Riar’s best was yet to come . His death is a colossal loss to Punjabi journalism. Riar was a professional journalist, one of the few Punjabi journalists in the US. He came to be recognized in a big way as … Riar has died

Midlife loneliness may up dementia, Alzheimer’s risk

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Being persistently lonely during midlife appears to make people more likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) later in life, a new study finds. The study, published in the journal ‘Alzheimer’s & Dementia’, also indicated that people who recover from loneliness appear to be less likely to suffer from dementia. “Whereas persistent loneliness is … Midlife loneliness may up dementia, Alzheimer’s risk

Add these vitamins, supplements to your routine to reduce anxiety

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Ashwagandha A powerful Indian herb with potent adaptogenic qualities, it is great for those facing stress issues resulting from emotional, as well as physical issues. Athletes also use this to help reduce the stress-induced by intense exercise and helps in a significant drop in cortisol — the stress hormone post-consumption. Omega 3 Maintaining brain health … Add these vitamins, supplements to your routine to reduce anxiety