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Upset Hindus urge ‘Bed Bath & Beyond’ to withdraw Lord Ganesh pillows and apologize


Upset Hindus are urging Midvale (Utah) headquartered retailer “Bed Bath & Beyond” for immediate withdrawal of pillows carrying images of Hindu deity Lord Ganesh; calling it highly inappropriate. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Lord Ganesh was highly revered in Hinduism and was meant to be worshipped in temples...

FBI announces $250000 reward on Indian man who killed wife in Maryland


The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a reward of up to $250,000 crore for any information that could lead to the arrest of Bhadreshkumar Chetanbhai Patel. He is a fugitive on the FBI's ten most wanted list. “The #FBI offers a reward of up to $250,000 for info leading to the arrest...

Celebrate Earth Day with Car Free Earth Day NYC!


Earth Day is fast approaching, marking one of the most exciting events of the year. Since its inception in 1970, this day has served as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and promoting sustainable environmental practices. In New York City, this message comes to life with Car Free Earth Day...

Indian-origin woman charged for terror threats against Bakersfield mayor


New Delhi: An Indian-origin woman has been arrested in the United States and charged with making terroristic threats against the Mayor of California's Bakersfield, a report said. At a city council meeting on Wednesday, the woman, identified as Riddhi Patel, directed threats towards officials, slamming them for not backing a ceasefire resolution for the...

43 social workers honored for their commitment to their patients


New York, NY – April 12, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced 43 social workers from across health system who were honored for their commitment and dedication to their patients. There are more 1,000 social workers employed at the health system performing a variety of roles, including managers, therapists, researchers, discharge planners, and...

Mayor Adams celebrates largest all-affordable housing project in 40 years


New York City Mayor Eric Adams today celebrated a historic win for affordable housing and economic development in the city of New York after the City Council voted to approve the Willets Point Phase 2 development as part of the Uniform Land User Review Procedure (ULURP). The complete Willets Point Transformation — which Mayor...

‘Own Your Future Gala’ scheduled for April 25 to celebrate, support SUNY Old Westbury


The Old Westbury College Foundation, Inc. will be celebrating the accomplishments of the students, faculty and staff it serves while bringing together business and industry leaders from across Long Island and New York City, at its “Own Your Future” gala. To be held on April 25, 2024 at the Inn at New Hyde Park, in...

Mayor Adams launches pilot to rapidly connect families fleeing domestic voilence with permanent housing


New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) Commissioner Molly Wasow Park today announced “Project Home,” a pilot program to provide intensive, specialized housing search assistance to domestic violence survivors with children living in city shelters. Beginning with 100 families, Project Home will help domestic violence survivors...

Community Op-Ed: Scoring a Goal for Affordable Housing


By Eric Adams In November 2022, our administration announced a historic once-in-a-generation transformation of the Willets Points neighborhood in Queens. This neighborhood, which was once called the “Valley of Ashes” and known for its junkyards, is now being transformed into a vibrant neighborhood with 2,500 new all-affordable homes — the largest all-affordable housing project in...