United States
US elections: Pennsylvania emerges as must-win for both Harris, Trump
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Pennsylvania, the state that played a vital role in the US War of Independence, has emerged as the ground zero for the 2024 presidential elections. Political experts feel that Democratic nominee Kamala […]
Immigration remains key issue in US election campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): With just nine days left for the US elections, immigration remained one of the contentious issues in the US presidential campaign, with many immigrants, including from India and other South Asian nations, […]
US house resolution introduced to formally recognize, commemorate Sikh genocide of 1984
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Four US Congressmen, including co-chairs of the Sikh American Congressional Caucus, on Friday, October 25, introduced a resolution to recognize and commemorate the Sikh Genocide of 1984 formally. “Sadly, many Sikhs have […]
Indian Community Leaders Unite to Support Mayor Bill McLeod of Hoffman Estates in his Re-Election Bid
CHICAGO, IL (TIP): On October 17, 2024, an energetic and inspiring fundraising event was held at the Marriott Chicago Northwest in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, to support Mayor Bill McLeod’s re-election campaign. In total, the event […]
Diwali in US gains official holiday status in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York
NEW YORK (TIP): As the glow of Diwali approaches, this festival of lights is gaining unprecedented recognition in the United States, showcasing the nation’s commitment to celebrating cultural diversity. With states like Pennsylvania leading the […]
Overview of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Elections are fundamental to any democracy, ensuring that the voices of citizens shape the leadership and direction of their country. In the United States, elections serve as the bedrock of democracy, allowing citizens to exercise […]
Embassy of India in Guatemala hosts Buyers-Sellers Meeting on Indian Handicrafts and Home Decorative Items
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India in Guatemala, in collaboration with Invest India, successfully organized a Buyers-Sellers Meet on October 23, 2024. The event aimed to promote the export of Indian handicrafts and home […]
Embassy of India in Guatemala Hosts Buyers- Sellers Meeting on Indian Beauty and Cosmetic Products
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India, in partnership with the Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL), hosted a Buyers Seller Meet in Guatemala City on October 22, 2024. The event featured […]
Tensions between India, Canada have implications on Sikhs: North American Punjabi Association
BRENTWOOD, CA (TIP): “The recent diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, particularly surrounding the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, have had profound implications for the Sikh diaspora,” the North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) said on […]
India not cooperating with Canada on Nijjar investigations: US
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): India is not cooperating with Canada on the latter’s investigation into the killing of a Sikh separatist last year, the United States alleged Tuesday, October 16. “When it comes to the Canadian […]
Five Eyes support Canada in spat with India on Nijjar
Diplomatic crisis has broken out between India and Canada over the alleged involvement of Canada-based Indian diplomats in the 2023 killing of pro-Khalistan preacher Hardeep Singh Nijjar LONDON/WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The United Kingdom has “full […]
Joe Biden and Jill Biden play host to Indian students at the White House
Nobel Prize-winning economist Professor Abhijit Banerjee called Dexterity “an unusual institution,” while The Telegraph called Graduates and Fellows of Dexterity “the future of India.” WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): For 35 young Indian scholars, it was a […]
THE EMBASSY OF INDIA IN GUATEMALA HOSTS NAVRATRI CELEBRATIONS
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy of India, in collaboration with the Indian community, celebrated the vibrant Navratri festival on Saturday, October 13, 2024, at the Chancery premises. Embassy has been actively involved in promoting Indian […]
INDIA-GUATEMALA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LAUNCHED
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): In another significant development in Guatemala, The India-Guatemala Business Chamber was officially launched on October 15, 2024, at an event attended by around 75 distinguished guests, including key Guatemalan officials like Mr. […]
Mayor of Brampton in an emotional tribute recalls his meetings with Ratan Tata
By Prabhjot Singh BRAMPTON (TIP): In an emotional and rich tribute to Ratan Tata, Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton, has described him as a lion of business and a leader of the ages. Brampton has […]
Nobel Peace Prize Is Awarded to Japanese Group of Atomic Bomb Survivors
OSLO (TIP): The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded on Friday, October 11, to the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo, a grass-roots movement of atomic bomb survivors, “for its efforts to achieve a world free of […]
There will be no change in policy on multi-brand retailing: Piyush Goyal in US
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): India’s Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Thursday, October 3, categorically ruled out the entry of multi-brand retailing in India as such a move would destroy pop-and-mom stores like […]
SBA Announces 14 New Awards for Regional Innovation Cluster Network to Drive Nationwide Small Business Growth, Job Creation and Innovation
Awardees Will Serve as Hubs for Local Economies in BioTech, Cybersecurity, Smart Manufacturing, and Agriculture WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President […]
Mahatma Gandhi’s bust unveiled at Seattle Center
SEATTLE, WA (TIP): A bust of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled at the Seattle Center on the iconic Indian freedom fighter’s birth anniversary. The bust was unveiled on Wednesday in the presence of Seattle Mayor Bruce […]
USCIRF flags ‘increasing abuses’ against religious minorities in India
India Denounces Report as ‘Malicious’, Rejects Claims of Religious Freedom Violations WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A US federal government commission has flagged the alleged worsening of religious freedom in India and called for it to be […]
A Photo-feature by Jay Mandal to commemorate the visit of the Prime Minister of India Mr. Narendra Modi to the US from September 21-23, 2024
Mr. Narendra Damodardas Modi became Prime Minister of India in 2014. Ever since he has visited the US nine times. His ninth visit happened from September 21 to September 23, 2024. Mr. Modi started his […]
