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29 July, 2023

Indian American Republican Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy criticizes affirmative action

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, 37, has emerged as a prominent voice against affirmative action and what…

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29 July, 2023

Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduces bill to double H-1B intake

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has introduced a bill proposing to double the annual intake of highly…

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22 July, 2023

US Creates ‘Keep STEM Talent Act of 2023’ after Canada’s H1B work permit fills up in 2 Days

By Anil Gupta WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Senator Durbin re-drafted the ‘Keep STEM Talent Act of 2023‘ bill immediately after Canada’s…

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22 July, 2023

Judge Cannon sets a trial date for next May in Trump’s classified documents case in Florida

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A federal judge in Florida has scheduled a trial date for next May for former President Donald…

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22 July, 2023

Indian-Americans reach out to lawmakers over increasing Hinduphobia in US

Elected representatives say there is a need to pay attention to discrimination against the Hindus in the US WASHINGTON, D.C.…

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22 July, 2023

US and like-minded countries including India need to work together to shape the course of AI: Arti Prabhakar

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The United States and like-minded countries including India need to work together to shape the course of…

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22 July, 2023

Indian American Republican presidential aspirants Haley, Ramaswamy on track to qualify for first Republican debate

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP) : Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy, the two Indian American Republican aspirants in 2024 presidential race, are…

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22 July, 2023

Punjab-origin doctor from Faridkot gets key administrative post in US

RICHMOND, VA (TIP): Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has appointed Indian-American gastroenterologist Dr Bimaljit Singh Sandhu to a key administration position…

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22 July, 2023

Increase in H-1B quota sought to address shortage of highly skilled professionals in US

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): An association of more than 2,100 small and mid-size IT companies in the US mostly owned and…

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22 July, 2023

Indian American man gets life for killing 3 teens for doorbell prank

RIVERSIDE, CA (TIP): : An Indian American man who killed three teens by ramming their car off the road after…

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14 July, 2023

World Bank President Ajay Banga to attend G20 meeting in India

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): World Bank President Ajay Banga will travel to India next week to attend the G20 Finance Ministers…

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14 July, 2023

Hollywood Actors Strike

TV and Movie Actors Vote for Biggest Walkout in Four Decades NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES (TIP): The Hollywood actors’ union approved…

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14 July, 2023

Olivia Chow becomes Toronto’s 66th mayor

Prabhjot Singh TORONTO (TIP): Olivia Chow has become the first person of color to be sworn in as Mayor of…

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14 July, 2023

A significant milestone for the sport as Major League Cricket begins in US

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Cricket is all set to hit a significant milestone this week with the launch of Major League…

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14 July, 2023

Trump reveals new details about $1 billion in earnings in revised filing

In a revision to an earlier filing, the Republican presidential hopeful showed specific income from foreign ventures, speaking fees and…

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8 July, 2023

ICCR SPONSORED SANKALP ODISHI DANCE GROUP CAPTIVATES AUDIENCES IN GUATEMALA, HONDURAS AND EL SALVADOR

GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Odishi Dance troupe 'SANKALP' sponsored by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and led by…

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8 July, 2023

International Day of Yoga celebrated in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador

GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): To commemorate the International Day of Yoga 2023, the Embassy of India in Guatemala organized a series…

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8 July, 2023

US lawmakers, Indian-Americans condemn attack on Indian consulate in San Francisco, seek action against perpetrators

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): US lawmakers and influential Indian-Americans have condemned the attempted arson at the Indian consulate in San Francisco…

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8 July, 2023

Biden admin urges court to deny Tahawwur Rana’s petition against extradition to India

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Biden administration has urged a court in California to deny the writ of habeas corpus filed…

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8 July, 2023

Silicon Valley-based startup raise USD 10 million to expand its manufacturing base in India, launch disruptive 5G and automotive solutions

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A Silicon Valley-based startup co-founded by Indian Americans has raised USD 10 million to expand its manufacturing…

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8 July, 2023

Indian American store clerk Mandeep Singh shot dead in Georgia by teens

AUGUSTA, GA (TIP):  An Indian American convenience store clerk died on the spot after being shot by two 15-year-old boys…

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8 July, 2023

Dalai Lama’s kindness and humility serve as an inspiration to many around the world: Blinken

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Dalai Lama’s kindness and humility serve as an inspiration to many around the world, US Secretary…

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8 July, 2023

Indian American attorney indicted for defrauding clients

BOSTON (TIP): An Indian American attorney who once ran for a seat in the US House of Representatives has been…

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4 July, 2023

America today: Economic and military superpower

Today, the United States of America is a world power: a country that holds significant influence over a large part…

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4 July, 2023

Constitution of the USA

Constitution of the United States of America, the fundamental law of the U.S. federal system of government and a landmark…

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1 July, 2023

Guru Nanak Dev Global University of Dallas Appoints Members of Advisory Board

DALLAS (TIP): Guru Nanak Dev Global University (GNDGU) has announced  the appointment of four distinguished individuals to its esteemed Advisory…

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1 July, 2023

Texas House Democratic Caucus on Second Special Legislative Session: Tax Cuts Should Not Be Hard

AUSTIN, TX (TIP): The Texas House convened for the second special session of the 88th Legislative Session on June 28,,…

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1 July, 2023

5G wireless signals likely to disrupt flights starting this weekend

The airline plans to route the 190 planes carefully to limit the risk of cancelling flights or forcing planes to…

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1 July, 2023

Judge rejects Donald Trump’s request to toss out defamation claims by columnist

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Former President Donald Trump's claims that absolute presidential immunity and free speech rights shield him from the…

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1 July, 2023

U.S. approves sale of ammunition worth $440 million to Taiwan

WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The United States said on Thursday, June 29, it planned to sell $440 million in ammunition and…

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