Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Thursday said he instructed the army to turn the area at the border with Egypt into a closed military zone to combat weapons smuggling via drones. “I instructed the IDF (military) to turn the area adjacent to the Israel-Egypt border into a closed military zone and to amend the … Israel declares Egypt border area closed military zone due to weapon-smuggling drones
VATICAN CITY (TIP)- Pope Leo XIV met Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas for the first time on Thursday, Nov 6, and the two men discussed the urgent need to provide assistance to civilians in Gaza and to pursue a two-state solution to end the conflict in the region. The meeting, which lasted about an hour and … Pope meets Palestinian Prez; discuss urgent need for Gaza aid, 2-state solution
Beirut (TIP)- Israeli jets struck several towns in southern Lebanon on Thursday, Nov 6, after urging residents to leave, marking an escalation in their near-daily strikes on the country. The airstrikes came hours after militant group Hezbollah urged the Lebanese government not to enter negotiations with Israel. Israeli Arabic spokesperson Avichay Adraee warned residents in … Israel strikes Hezbollah targets across southern Lebanon after evacuation orders
The Sikh Museum Initiative has digitized artefacts from disparate collections relating to Guru Gobind Singh, Maharajah Ranjit Singh and Maharani Jindan Kaur By Gurinder Singh Mann in Leicester LEICESTER, UK (TIP): The Sikh Museum Initiative (SMI) has marked a remarkable milestone — 10 years of pioneering work in bringing Sikh history and heritage to new … Sikh Museum Initiative marks 10 years of heritage and technology
Banks yet to ascertain proper guidelines for uploading document TORONTO / LUDHIANA (TIP): NRI pensioner, settled in various provinces of Canada, are upbeat that Indian Consulates have started issuing life certificates at public utility camps that are being felicitated by Indian community groups. However, authorities concerned at the paying branches of various commercial banks are … NRIs in Canada welcome move to issue life certificates at consulate camps
India, historically Canada’s largest source of international students, now has the highest refusal rate among major applicant countries TORONTO (TIP): Canada has intensified crackdown on student visa fraud and temporary migration has led to a dramatic decline in Indian study permit approvals and a drop in enrolment at major universities, while both governments signal a … Canada’s student visa crackdown: India’s rejection rate soars to 74% in August 2025
Prince Harry’s wife, former actor Meghan Markle, is to make her return to the big screen, media reported Wednesday, with a small cameo role in a film being shot around Los Angeles. The Duchess of Sussex was reportedly shooting scenes for Close Personal Friends, which features Emily in Paris star Lily Collins, alongside Jack Quaid, … Meghan, Duchess of Sussex set to make Hollywood comeback
Actor Yami Gautam has supported Deepika Padukone’s ask for an 8-hour shift demand, saying that it has been ‘happening for decades.’ Speaking with Times Now News, Yami said that there are actors who shoot for “only eight hours a day, shoot five days a week, they don’t do night shoots”. She added that it is … Yami backs Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift
Hollywood star and humanitarian Angelina Jolie made a surprise visit to Kherson, a southern Ukrainian frontline city, Ukrainian media reported on Wednesday. This is the actor’s second visit to the country since Russia launched its invasion, and was made right after the recent drone strikes on Kherson. Pictures of the actor wearing a bulletproof vest … Angelina Jolie visits Ukraine border, ‘rescues’ bodyguard
Trust and comfort took centre stage for Jennifer Lawrence on the set of her upcoming film ‘Die My Love’, where she stars opposite Robert Pattinson. The Oscar-winning actor recently revealed that she chose not to work with an intimacy coordinator for the film’s more vulnerable scenes – not out of disregard, but because she felt … Jennifer Lawrence says trust made intimate scenes with Pattinson easy
The release of the trailer for the upcoming film ‘Mastiii 4’ has ignited a wave of reactions on social media, with many users expressing disappointment over its content. Dropped on Tuesday, November 4, after a brief delay, the trailer features returning cast members Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, and Riteish Deshmukh, along with franchise newcomers Nargis … Mastiii 4 trailer slammed for vulgarity, director Milap Zaveri responds
Bollywood couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have welcomed their first child, a baby boy. The couple shared the news on Friday, Nov 7. “Our bundle of joy has arrived. With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our baby boy,” the actors wrote in a joint statement posted on their respective Instagram accounts. Katrina and … Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal welcome baby boy
The first-look poster of actor Janhvi Kapoor for the much-anticipated film ‘Peddi’ was released on Saturday. The action-entertainer, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, features Ram Charan in the lead. The release of the first poster comes as anticipation continues to build for the film’s release next year. The makers shared two posters depicting Janhvi in … Janhvi Kapoor turns Achiyyamma for Ram Charan’s Peddi
Veterans Day, observed on November 11, honors the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is a solemn reminder of their sacrifice, courage, and enduring commitment to safeguarding the nation’s freedom and values. Each year on 11 November, the United States pauses for a moment of deep gratitude. … Veterans Day: Honoring courage, preserving legacy
New Delhi (TIP)- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, Nov 7, inaugurated year-long commemoration of ‘Vande Mataram’ to mark 150 years of the national song. He also released a commemorative stamp and coin on the occasion at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here. The PM said the song is relevant in every era, adding that … 150 years of Vande Mataram: ‘No goal that can’t be achieved,’ says PM on courage instilled by song
New Delhi (TIP)- The Supreme Court has held that an arbitral award may be set aside if an undue and unexplained delay in its delivery has a demonstrable adverse impact on the tribunal’s decision-making and results in material lapses. Even though delay alone is not an independent ground to strike down an award under the … Arbitral award can be scrapped if delay taints decision-making, SC rules
Amid the “alarming rise” in dog bite cases, the Supreme Court on Friday ordered the removal of stray dogs from educational institutions, hospitals, bus stands, sports complexes, and railway stations, directing that the canines be sent to designated dog shelters. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and NV Anjaria, which is monitoring stray … Remove stray dogs from bus stands, railway stations: SC’s big order
The Gujarat High Court on Thursday,ov 6, granted a six-month bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, convicted in a 2013 rape case, citing his advanced age and deteriorating heart condition. The order aligns with the Rajasthan High Court’s earlier decision to extend similar relief to the controversial godman on medical grounds. The division bench of … Gujarat HC grants rape convict Asaram Bapu six months bail
Chandigarh (TIP)- In a significant judgment upholding the rights of accused persons, the Supreme Court on Thursday, Nov 6, es must provide the grounds of arrest in writing, in a language the accused understands, as soon as possible, regardless of the offence or statute under which the arrest is made. “The right to be informed … Arrested persons must be told reasons in writing, says SC
New Delhi (TIP)- The Congress on Friday, Nov 7, took a jab at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump once again claimed credit for stopping a military conflict between India and Pakistan and for India “largely stopping” oil imports from Russia. In a post on X, Congress general secretary in charge of … ‘What does Howdy Modi have to say about this?’: Congress mocks PM as Trump reiterates mediation claim
A Rs 300-crore land deal in Pune involving a firm linked to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s son Parth was embroiled in charges of irregularities and set off a political row, prompting the state government to order a high-level probe and suspend a sub-registrar. While Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday, Nov 6, termed … Ajit Pawar’s son ‘lands’ in trouble over Rs 300-cr Pune deal; govt orders probe
The new deal between the US and China is all about give and take “One thing is clear: the threatened decoupling of the Western and Chinese economies is not around the corner. The race now is for global leadership amidst some shaky guardrails between the G2. Here, while the US has been seeking ephemeral gains … G2 won’t be music to India’s ears
The future of immigration policy is linked to a willingness to confront the dark past and the brutal realities of the present The arrival of Columbus in the New World marked the beginning of a long history of human migration, driven by the universal quest for survival, hope and dignity. Yet, in a grotesque inversion … Rethinking immigration in the age of exclusion
His background as a religious and ethnic minority in every country he has lived in and his experience working on community issues deeply inform his politics. “Mamdani has captivated the New York masses with his aspirational vision for a government that is morally conscious, protective of multiracial and multireligious democracy, and hyper focused on the … Why Zohran Mamdani fights for the underdog in New York
By Mabel Pais It’s back again! The New York Literary Festival! The Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC – iaac.us) 2025 Literary Festival will take place at the International House (500 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10027 – 212 316 8400) on November 15 & 16, 2025. “Across borders and generations, Indian literature continues to redefine the … THE BIG APPLE’S LITERARY FEST CELEBRATES VOICES, VISION AND VITAL CONVERSATIONS IN INDIAN LITERATURE
By Mabel Pais Screening GEETA GANDBHIR’s Feature ‘THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR’ KARLA MURTHY’s Award Winning ‘THE GAS STATION ATTENDANT’ And many, many more DOC NYC presents program selections for its 16th edition, running in-person in New York City, November 12 – 20 at IFC Center, SVA Theatre, and Village East by Angelika, and continuing online through … NYC’S DOCUMENTARY FILM FEST RETURNS FOR SIXTEENTH YEAR
By Mabel Pais MARIZA, Portugal’s Fado star, will touch our souls with a night of breathtaking music at the Brooklyn Academy of Music’s (BAM – bam.org) Howard Gilman Opera House, Peter Jay Sharp Building at 30 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn. This performance will take place on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 8 PM. Doors open at … GRAMMY NOM FADO ICON MARIZA BRINGS HER UNIQUE PROWESS TO NEW YORK CITY
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla November 10 Ganesha says you will notice that you’re overly excited today. Your extrovert behavior and your cheerful disposition are highly appreciated in the social circle. Your strong leadership qualities will make you confident enough that you will be able to do all the work very well. Success will come your … Birthday Predictions- November 10 to November 16
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla Aries Ganesha says your overall experience this week may be somewhat challenging. There will be tension and conflict around you, which may cause mental distress. This is a time for introspection, where you need to pay attention to your thoughts and feelings. You may also face difficulties in your relationships, which … Weekly Horoscope- November 10, 2025 to November 16, 2025
OTTAWA (TIP): By taking yet another step, India and Canada are on the threshold of restoring normal cordial diplomatic relations after a gap of a little more than two years. The first step was taken when the new Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, invited his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, as a special guest to the … A Boost to Canada-India Relations: S. Jaishankar to participate in G7 Foreign Ministers Conference in Niagara