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Prof. Indrajit S Saluja
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Mamdani’s Transition Test: Policing, Prudence, and the Promise to Keep New York Safe
As New York City enters a new political chapter, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s transition exercise is more than a ceremonial change of guard. Governing this city is not embellishment; it is administration on a scale that […]
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America’s Deadly Romance with Guns Must End
Another holiday in America has been punctured by gunfire. In New York City, on Thanksgiving Day, when families were meant to gather around tables rather than emergency rooms—seven people were shot within four hours. A […]
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Guru Tegh Bahadur: The Martyr Who Shaped History and Defines Modern Freedom
The martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Master of the Sikhs, remains one of the most exalted episodes in human history—an event that transcends the boundaries of time, geography, and community. It is not […]
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America’s Longest Shutdown Ends. But at What Cost?
Americans suffered enormously because of the government shutdown—an ordeal that millions across the nation widely believe was both unnecessary and entirely avoidable. For 43 days, the “land of the free and the home of the […]
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HONORING OUR HEROES: VETERANS DAY AND THE CALL FOR A GRATEFUL NATION
By Prof. Indrajit S. Saluja As America pauses on November 11 to salute its defenders, the day’s solemn history, its civic purpose, and the unfinished duty of caring for veterans remind us that patriotism must […]
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Time to Stop Rhetoric and Start Action
The 2025 New York City mayoral election will go down in the annals of the city’s political history as one of the most remarkable — not merely for its result, but for the message it […]
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Guru Nanak: The Eternal Voice of Oneness and Compassion
As the world celebrates the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, we are invited once more to pause and reflect on the luminous life of a man who sought […]
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NYCD Desi Society and LiveOnNY Illuminate Queens with Grand Diwali Celebration
NEW YORK, NY (TIP): The NYC Department of Correction (NYCD) Desi Society and the LiveOnNY organization partnered to host a vibrant and successful Diwali celebration on Friday, October 24, 2025, bringing together city officials, esteemed […]
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Government Shutdown: When Politicians Play Games, Citizens Pay the Price
Two million federal employees left unpaid as political egos paralyze America’s government “Politicians’ power games starve two million workers — governance reduced to cruel sport.” That one line sums up the tragedy now unfolding across […]
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The Light Within and the Darkness We Must Conquer: On Diwali 2025
As the fragrance of fresh sweets fills the air, markets dazzle with colors, and homes begin to sparkle with rows of diyas, Indians once again enter their most joyous and spiritually profound season—the festival of […]
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Between Hope and History: The Elusive Promise of Peace in Gaza
It is with cautious hope that we welcome the announcement of the first phase of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, brokered under the auspices of U.S. President Donald Trump. After years of bloodshed, […]
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A Ray of Hope in Gaza: Hamas Move Opens Door to Peace
The announcement by Hamas that it is prepared to release all remaining Israeli hostages, and that it is willing in principle to accept a ceasefire under the terms laid out by President Trump, is a […]
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The Folly of Threats: Why Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s Campaign Harms the Sikh Cause
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 […]
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The 80th UN General Assembly: Time for Courage, Not Calculated Fear
The 80th UNGA is in progress, and the eyes of the world are turned to the world body to see what the world leaders have in mind to work for peace, development and human rights. […]
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When Power Threatens Liberty: On Rising Autocracy in Democratic Disguise
In the theater of politics, the rules have long been simple: defeat the opponent, discredit his vision, and champion your own ideology. Nobody denies that politics is often a zero-sum game—one in which success frequently […]
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France’s Bold Recognition of Palestine: A Beacon for Global Democracy
As the fires of war continue to engulf Gaza and the world once again watches in deafening silence, a bold voice has emerged from the very land that gifted humanity the rallying cry of democracy—Liberty, […]
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Texas Flood Tragedy: A Wake-Up Call for Climate Preparedness and Government Accountability
In a harrowing turn of events, Central Texas has been ravaged by flash floods that have claimed dozens of lives, displaced thousands, and caused billions in damage. Cities such as Austin, San Marcos, and surrounding […]
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Congratulations, the Free and the Brave: A 249-Year Reflection on American Independence
On this Fourth of July, 2025, Americans celebrate the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—an extraordinary milestone in human history. As fireworks light the skies and parades roll down Main Streets, this moment also […]
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BJANA Brings Bihar & Jharkhand to USA at its Golden Jubilee Celebrations & Bihar Conclave
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (TIP): The Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America (BJANA) hosted its Golden Jubilee Celebration and Bihar Conclave during the Memorial Day weekend at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The […]