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White House insists debt ceiling be dealt with without conditions
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The White House on Tuesday, January 17, insisted that the looming debt ceiling crisis be dealt with without conditions and there is no room for negotiations on this. “This should not be […]
United States
The U.S. Is About to Start Producing Its Own Chips
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): This is what an arms race of the 21st century looks like.It’s not about trying to outrun geopolitical rivals like the Soviet Union.It’s about technology… and specifically, semiconductors. Or “chips.” Right now, […]
United States
US announces another USD 2.5 billion military aid package for Ukraine
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The United States has announced another military assistance package of USD 2.5 billion for Ukraine to fight against Russian aggression, taking the total US military assistance to USD 27.5 billion. “This assistance […]
United States
United States
Microsoft attempts to cut costs; to lay off 10,000 workers
The job cuts, which amount to less than 5 percent of the company’s work force, are its largest in roughly eight years REDMOND, WA (TIP): Microsoft plans to lay off 10,000 workers, the company said […]
NY/NJ/CT
Makkars host a Lohri celebration
SPRINGFIELD, NJ (TIP): A well-known community activist Dave Makkar and his family hosted a Lohri celebration at their home on January 15. Makkars have been organizing Lohri celebrations for the last 21 years. Dave’s daughter […]
NY/NJ/CT
Roger Chugh dies of heart attack: Cremation on January 20
NEW YORK (TIP): Prominent community leader Roger (Rajesh) Chugh died of a massive heart attack on January 17, 2023. The Indian community in New Jersey and New York is deeply saddened on his sudden death. […]
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Not by GDP Alone
I am more inclined to think as a common man rather than come out with a scholarly and pedantic analysis. I shall not go in to the nitty gritty of figures or make a presentation […]
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Sack wrestling chief: Initiate probe into harassment charges against Brij Bhushan
An ugly bout is playing out, not in the sporting arena but at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, and it calls for immediate and stringent action. Just like a wrestler is disqualified when she breaks the […]
Indian Americans
Indian Americans
Indian-origin woman in Singapore attacked for not wearing a mask
SINGAPORE (TIP): Almost two years after a man allegedly kicked her in the chest and hurled racial slurs at her, Indian-origin woman Hindocha Nita Vishnubhai said she had not been able to overcome the trauma […]
Indian Americans
Indian Americans
Indian-origin entrepreneur Manish Tiwari conferred Freedom of the City of London Honor
LONDON (TIP): A British-Indian entrepreneur and founder of an ethnic minority-focused marketing agency has been conferred the Freedom of the City of London honor for his contributions to the financial hub of the UK capital. […]
Indian Americans
Indian American Dr Nirav D. Shah appointed Principal deputy Director at US CDC
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Indian American doctor Nirav D. Shah, who played a pivotal role during Covid-19 pandemic, has been appointed Principal Deputy Director at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC). Shah, […]
Indian Americans
Indian American billionaire Vinod Khosla wants the world’s elite to skip Davos
SANTA CLARA, CA (TIP): Indian American billionaire Vinod Khosla wants the world’s elite to not go to the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, and instead contribute that money to “a better cause.” The […]
Indian Americans
Indian American attorney Janani Ramachandran becomes first LGBTQ woman of color to take oath as US City Council member
OAKLAND, CA (TIP): Janani Ramachandran, a 30-year-old Indian American attorney, has emerged as the youngest and the first woman of color to take oath as the Oakland City Council member in the US state of […]
Indian Americans
Indian American attorney Harmeet Dhillon alleges bigoted attacks owing to her Sikh faith
SAN FRANCISCO (TIP): Amid a tight race for Republican Party leadership, Indian American attorney Harmeet Dhillon, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, has alleged that she is facing bigoted attacks from some party leaders […]
Perspective
‘A Small Indian Elite Controls Narrative, Talk Of India’s Decade Is Juvenile Economics’
“A positive diffusion of institutionalized civic consciousness is possible because, when its energies are harnessed, it improves the delivery of public goods, increases economic productivity, and allow people to live with dignity and integrity. Today, […]
As I See It
Admonishments that endanger the Constitution
To suggest that the basic structure doctrine is by itself unsanctioned is to place the Constitution at the legislature’s whim “Since its judgment in Kesavananda, the Supreme Court has identified several features that are immutable. […]
Breaking News
World plagued by perfect storm on multiple fronts, we can work together to control damage: Guterres
Now more than ever, it is time to forge the pathways to cooperation in our fragmented world, he said DAVOS (TIP): The world is facing a perfect storm on multiple fronts and all that can […]
Breaking News
Collegium junks objections to Kirpal’s appointment: Reiterates names for appointment in Madras, Bombay High Courts
NEW DELHI (TIP): In a fresh round of confrontation with the Centre, the Supreme Court Collegium has rejected the Centre’s objections to the proposed elevation of senior advocate Saurabh Kirpal, an openly gay person, as […]
Breaking News
Breaking News
New Zealand PM quits ahead of Oct elections: Feb 7 last day in office
NEW DELHI (TIP): New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who became a global icon of the left after being elected the world’s youngest female head of state five and a half years ago, on Thursday, […]