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China leads nations with new climate plans, defying U.S. climate denial

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United Nations (TIP)- China led several countries in announcing new climate plans on Wednesday and offered a veiled rebuke of the U.S. president’s anti-climate rhetoric a day earlier at the U.N. General Assembly. Addressing a climate leaders’ summit hosted by U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Chinese President Xi Jinping said in a live video message from … China leads nations with new climate plans, defying U.S. climate denial

US has Gaza peace plan and hopes for breakthrough soon, says envoy

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The United States shared a 21-point Middle East peace plan at this week’s U.N. meetings and is hopeful for a breakthrough on Gaza in the coming days, its envoy to the region said. U.S. President Donald Trump presented proposals to leaders from several Muslim-majority countries – including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt – during a … US has Gaza peace plan and hopes for breakthrough soon, says envoy

Danish officials believe drone flyovers at 4 airports are meant to sow fear and division

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Drones flew over four Danish airports overnight Sept 24 into Sept 25, the latest instance of unexplained drone activity that has raised concerns about security in northern Europe amid growing Russian aggression. Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen called the incidents a “hybrid attack” because the flights all occurred within roughly the same timeframe. It was … Danish officials believe drone flyovers at 4 airports are meant to sow fear and division

Former French president Sarkozy given five-year sentence after Libya case

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Paris (TIP)- Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in jail after being found guilty of criminal conspiracy in a case related to millions of euros of illicit funds from the late Libyan leader Col Muammar Gaddafi. The Paris criminal court acquitted him of all other charges, including passive corruption and … Former French president Sarkozy given five-year sentence after Libya case

Dussehra: The eternal triumph of good over evil

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The arrival of autumn in India carries with it a unique vibrancy. The monsoon rains retreat, leaving the air crisp and the skies clear. The days are painted in shades of gold, and evenings are touched by gentle cool breezes. It is in this season, between September and October, that India celebrates one of its … Dussehra: The eternal triumph of good over evil

Remembering the diminutive victor

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Lal Bahadur Shastri won a victory over Pakistan in 1965 In the pantheon of India’s leaders, Lal Bahadur Shastri stands as a figure of quiet strength, humility, and unflinching determination. Often overshadowed by towering personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Indira Gandhi, Shastri’s life and leadership nevertheless left an indelible mark on the destiny … Remembering the diminutive victor

Defense Ministry inks Rs 62,370 cr deal with HAL for 97 Tejas Mark-1A jets

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New Delhi (TIP)- The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Thursday, Sept 25, signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 97 Tejas Mark-1A aircraft for the Indian Air Force. The deal was sealed for Rs 62,370 crore (Rs 66,550 crore with taxes) and is in addition to the 83 jets ordered … Defense Ministry inks Rs 62,370 cr deal with HAL for 97 Tejas Mark-1A jets

Agni Prime missile fired from train: What it means for India’s nuclear deterrence

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New Delhi (TIP)- India is no stranger to missile launches, with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) regularly conducting tests of short-, medium-, and long-range systems. But the 25 September test of the Agni Prime was not just another routine exercise. For the first time, the nuclear-capable intermediate-range … Agni Prime missile fired from train: What it means for India’s nuclear deterrence

Don’t demean Hindu society: Supreme Court on Succession Act

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Noting that it would be wary of shattering the Hindu social structure and its basic tenets that have been in existence for thousands of years, the Supreme Court has said it would move cautiously while examining challenges to provisions of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. “Do not demean the structure of the Hindu society that … Don’t demean Hindu society: Supreme Court on Succession Act

Jairam Ramesh slams PM on ‘howdy Modi’ diplomacy amid US-Pak moves

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy approach, questioning the efficacy of the “Howdy Modi” outreach in the wake of recent US-Pakistan developments. In a detailed tweet, Ramesh highlighted a series of actions by US President Donald Trump since mid-May 2025, including his repeated claims of brokering a ceasefire … Jairam Ramesh slams PM on ‘howdy Modi’ diplomacy amid US-Pak moves

PM pushes self-reliance, hails India’s Russia ties

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Greater Noida (TIP)- India is moving towards its goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 despite global disruptions and uncertainty, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, Sept 25, highlighting the country’s historic ties with Moscow at a time when Washington DC is pushing New Delhi to stop buying Russian oil. Inaugurating the third … PM pushes self-reliance, hails India’s Russia ties

Wankhede files defamation case against SRK, Red Chillies, Netflix over his portrayal in Ba**ds of Bollywood

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Mumbai (TIP)- Former narcotics officer and Indian Revenue Services (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a defamation suit in the Delhi High Court against Red Chillies Entertainment, owned by actor Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, along with Netflix and other associated parties. The suit seeks a permanent and mandatory injunction, a declaration, and damages, … Wankhede files defamation case against SRK, Red Chillies, Netflix over his portrayal in Ba**ds of Bollywood

Remembering the Mahatma, the legend: Father of the Indian Nation

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A few figures in history have left behind as enduring a legacy as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi-the man who led India’s freedom struggle and who, through the sheer force of moral conviction, reshaped the way the world thinks about justice, truth, and nonviolence. Known to millions as Bapu (father) and hailed internationally as the Mahatma (great … Remembering the Mahatma, the legend: Father of the Indian Nation

Legislator Koslow, Northwell Health Team Up to Host Free Mobile Flu Shot Clinics for Seniors in Merrick and N. Merrick

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MERRICK, NY (TIP): Nassau County Legislator Seth I. Koslow (D – Merrick) is once again partnering with Northwell Health’s Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital to provide free flu shots for seniors at the Merrick Library on Friday, Oct. 3 and at the North Merrick Library on Friday, Oct. 10.  No appointment is required for … Legislator Koslow, Northwell Health Team Up to Host Free Mobile Flu Shot Clinics for Seniors in Merrick and N. Merrick

Suromurchhana Celebrates Tabla Maestro Padma Shri Pt. Swapan Chaudhuri’s 80th Birthday with Grand Concert in NYC

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NEW YORK (TIP): Suromurchhana, a New York based nonprofit organization for Indian classical music, proudly announces a landmark concert event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Scandinavia House in New York City. The evening will be a celebration of heritage by commemorating the 80th birth anniversary of living legendary tabla maestro Padma Shri Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri. This celebration of … Suromurchhana Celebrates Tabla Maestro Padma Shri Pt. Swapan Chaudhuri’s 80th Birthday with Grand Concert in NYC

Tirlok Malik’s Happy Life Yoga Shines at Times Square on World Peace Day 2025

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NEW YORK CITY (TIP): On a sunlit afternoon at the heart of Manhattan, Times Square became a hub of positivity as Tirlok Malik shared the secrets of a happy and peaceful life with an enthusiastic crowd celebrating World Peace Day. Marking the 21st anniversary of the event, organized by Reverend Paul Sladkus, Founder of Good … Tirlok Malik’s Happy Life Yoga Shines at Times Square on World Peace Day 2025

Suozzi Leads Bipartisan Letter Uniting India and Pakistan Caucuses on South Asian Flood Relief Efforts

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The bipartisan letter asks the Secretary of State Rubio for a Member’s Briefing on the ongoing recovery efforts in India and Pakistan following last month’s devastating floods WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): In a rare and powerful show of bipartisan unity, Chair of the Pakistan Caucus and active member of the India Caucus, Congressman Tom Suozzi (D–NY), … Suozzi Leads Bipartisan Letter Uniting India and Pakistan Caucuses on South Asian Flood Relief Efforts

Manu Bhagavan and Vishakha Desai Unpack the Life of Madame Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

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Jay Mandal MANHATTAN, NY (TIP): Manu Bhagavan, the Hunter College professor and historian whose new biography, The Remarkable Madame Pandit: Champion of India, Citizen of the World, has drawn attention for its archival depth, appeared at Roosevelt House on the evening of September 16 for a moderated conversation with Vishakha Desai, President Emerita of the … Manu Bhagavan and Vishakha Desai Unpack the Life of Madame Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

AIA-NY to hold 38th Deepavali Festival on Long Island

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The iconic Indian community event on Oct 11 near Jones Beach in Babylon will include all the features it is known for: fireworks, cultural performances, Meena Bazar, and ethnic food, promises AIA-NY President Beena Kothari.  HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP):  The annual, iconic Deepavali Festival, organized by the Association of Indians in America (AIA), New York chapter, … AIA-NY to hold 38th Deepavali Festival on Long Island

The Folly of Threats: Why Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s Campaign Harms the Sikh Cause

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The provocation for this comment comes from the latest threats issued by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the legal advisor and de facto leader of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), an outfit that claims to fight for an independent Khalistan. Pannun, in a video message circulated ahead of Diwali, warned the people of Punjab against celebrating the festival … The Folly of Threats: Why Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s Campaign Harms the Sikh Cause

Prospects of a deal

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High-level trade talks between India and the United States resumed in New Delhi on 16 September 2025, after a recent thaw in tensions and positive public statements from both President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The latest round of discussion was led by the US delegation’s chief negotiator, Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Brendan … Prospects of a deal

The interpretation of the law in Trumpland

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The formula is to avoid legal culpability and, at the same time, to activate, deflect or weaponise the law at all levels There are more than 1.3 million lawyers in the United States, of whom more than 2,50,000 are criminal defense lawyers. Prosecuting attorneys at the State level are about 35,000 in number and about … The interpretation of the law in Trumpland

NJ SYMPHONY OPENS SEASON WEEKEND WITH DUAL CELEBRATION

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By Mabel Pais This October, experience the New Jersey Symphony in new ways! With a wide variety of events from which to select, there is a program for everyone. The New Jersey Symphony opens the 2025 season, October 10-12 celebrating Music Director Xian Zhang’s 10th anniversary with the New Jersey Symphony – a remarkable milestone … NJ SYMPHONY OPENS SEASON WEEKEND WITH DUAL CELEBRATION

CALLING NEWARK HIGH SCHOOLERS TO EXPERIENCE ‘TD JAZZ FOR TEENS’ PROGRAM

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By Mabel Pais The ‘TD Jazz for Teens’ program is the offer of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) to high schoolers from Newark and beyond, of music lessons and performance experiences. NJPAC, the State’s anchor cultural institution, celebrates 28 years of offering the program. One of the first of many arts education institutions … CALLING NEWARK HIGH SCHOOLERS TO EXPERIENCE ‘TD JAZZ FOR TEENS’ PROGRAM

Prem Bhandari inaugurates World Food Movement New York/New Jersey’s new meal sponsorship initiative

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EDISON, NJ (TIP):The World Food Movement (WFM), inspired by the Akshaya Patra Foundation and ISKCON Bangalore, has launched a new initiative to provide freshly cooked meals to those in need. Shri Prem Bhandari, Chairman of Jaipur Foot USA and President of the Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA), who graced the occasion as the esteemed … Prem Bhandari inaugurates World Food Movement New York/New Jersey’s new meal sponsorship initiative

From 1947 Poverty to 2014 Prosperity, and the Myths of Sudden Greatness

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By 2014, before the Modi government came to power, India’s GDP had reached nearly $2 trillion, the 10th largest in the world, with foreign reserves of $300 billion. Telecom penetration had exploded, highways expanded, and privatized airports transformed city skylines. A once destitute land now stood as a rising economic power. “To claim that India … From 1947 Poverty to 2014 Prosperity, and the Myths of Sudden Greatness

Prem Bhandari inaugurates World Food Movement New York/New Jersey’s new meal sponsorship initiative

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EDISON, NJ (TIP):The World Food Movement (WFM), inspired by the Akshaya Patra Foundation and ISKCON Bangalore, has launched a new initiative to provide freshly cooked meals to those in need. Shri Prem Bhandari, Chairman of Jaipur Foot USA and President of the Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA), who graced the occasion as the esteemed … Prem Bhandari inaugurates World Food Movement New York/New Jersey’s new meal sponsorship initiative

Ludhiana youth goes missing in Russia, kin write to Central Govt

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They say viral video shows him wearing army uniform, urging Central Govt to save Indian youths LUDHIANA / NEW YORK (TIP): Samarjit Singh (25), who had left the city for Russia in July, is reportedly missing as the family of the boy has lost contact with him for the past about 10 days. Charanjit Singh, … Ludhiana youth goes missing in Russia, kin write to Central Govt

Indian-origin Telangana man shot dead by US police claimed ‘racial discrimination’

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SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): The 30-year-old man from Telangana, who was allegedly shot dead by the US police, had claimed that he was a victim of “racial hatred and discrimination”. Mohammed Nizamuddin from Mahabubnagar district died in the United States after allegedly being shot by the police there following a “scuffle” with his roommate, his family … Indian-origin Telangana man shot dead by US police claimed ‘racial discrimination’

Indian-origin barrister Anurag Mohindru disbarred for Oxford University medical degree lie

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LONDON (TIP): An Indian-origin lawyer who was found to have misled a UK barrister’s chamber by falsely claiming to have studied medicine at the University of Oxford has been disbarred for professional misconduct by an independent tribunal. Anurag Mohindru, 50, was charged by the Bar Standards Board with engaging in dishonest and/or discreditable conduct which … Indian-origin barrister Anurag Mohindru disbarred for Oxford University medical degree lie