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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
UK court sentences Sikh man for drunk-driving; imposes fine, bans from roads for 22 months
LONDON (TIP): A 25-year-old Sikh has man has been fined and banned from roads for 22 months by a UK court for driving under the influence of alcohol. Police found open cans of alcohol in […]
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 student from Punjab’s Hoshiarpur dies in car crash in Australia
CANBERRA (TIP): A 21-year-old Indian from Punjab was killed in a fatal car crash in Australia’s Canberra, a media report said. Kunal Chopra from Hoshiarpur district, who held a student visa in Australia, was returning […]
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
Sexual harassment allegations against Wrestling Federation of India President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
Protesting wrestlers threaten to move court; want WFI disbanded NEW DELHI (TIP): India’s top wrestlers have intensified their agitation against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after their talks with the […]
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, […]
Breaking News
Three Indian Americans among 2023 Presidential Leadership Scholars Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Three Indian Americans, Anahita Dua, Sonia Singhvi, and Neil Vora are among this year’s 60 Presidential Leadership Scholars (PLS) program serving as a catalyst for a diverse network of established leaders. The […]
Bollywood
INDIA MAKES HISTORY AT GOLDEN GLOBES, 3 FILMS SHORTLISTED FOR ‘OSCARS’
By Mabel Pais What a wonderful way to ring in 2023! India has made history as the first Asian song with ‘Naatu Naatu’ (film, ‘RRR’) winning the Golden Globe Award for BEST ORIGINAL SONG – […]
Book Festival
BOOKS FEST CONTINUES AT JCC
By Mabel Pais Featuring Author JAI CHAKRABARTI Banned Books Panel with PEN AMERICA Author CHELSEA CLINTON Wed, Feb 1, 7 pm – In Person Jewish Food Society Storytelling Event Jewish Food Society presents ‘The Story […]
Astrology
Weekly Horoscope-January16, 2023 to January 22, 2023
Aries Ganesha saysthis week is a great week to put goodness into reality. Eventually, you’ll own up to your bad relationships. You’ll eliminate the unhealthy practices this week and swap it out for something constructive. This […]
Astrology
Birthday Horoscope-January 16 to January 22
January 16 Ganesha says this day may begin with a very promising and advantageous phase. Stock market speculators will make money. Property investments are advantageous at the moment. Children will be encouraged and bring in […]
Film Festival
CINEMATTERS FILM FEST RETURNS – IN THE SPIRIT OF DR KING’S LEGACY
By Mabel Pais CINEMATTERS ANNUAL FILM FESTIVAL ‘Cinematters,’ the annual film festival also referred to ‘The NY Social Justice Film Festival’ presents impactful films that engage the community toward a more democratic, inclusive, and just […]
NJ Events
NJ ARTS COMMUNITY CELEBRATING NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING
By Mabel Pais THEME: REDEFINING & REBUILDING COMMUNITY The Creating Change Network, a program hosted by the New Jersey Theatre Alliance and ArtPride New Jersey that aims to build a more equitable, just, accessible and […]
Dance
NJS WITH XIAN ZHANG IGNITES CELEBRATING THE YEAR OF THE RABBIT
By Mabel Pais The New Jersey Symphony (njsymphony.org) for the fifth time presents Music Director Xian Zhang igniting the annual Lunar New Year. This festive family-friendly evening of cultural exchange will celebrate the Year of […]
Incredible India
Puducherry: The French Riviera of the East
Pondicherry, officially known as Puducherry, and commonly referred to as just Pondy, is one of the seven Union Territories of India which is bounded by the southern state of Tamil Nadu. This former French colony […]