local-govt. do-not-miss Keeping New York City Safe for Everyone

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC Making New York City a safer and more affordable city has always been the mission of our administration. Every day, we fight to ensure that New Yorkers can pursue their

entertainment 'Devara' breaks a box-office record in US even before release

The film has made history in North America with over 30,000 tickets sold and $1 million in pre-sales, just days before its release. Jr NTR's much-anticipated film 'Devara', also starring Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor,

entertainment Kangana says film industry not supporting 'Emergency'

Kangana Ranaut's directorial debut 'Emergency' is still awaiting a release date after its initial release was stalled due to censorship troubles. In an interview with News18, the actor-filmmaker claims neither the film industry nor the

entertainment Ed Sheeran joins Arijit Singh onstage during London concert

Playback singer Arijit Singh enchanted his London audience by singing 'Perfect' with British singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran. Global pop star Ed Sheeran collaborated with Indian playback singer Arijit Singh at a concert in London late

entertainment Diljit's US tour generated a staggering revenue of Rs 234 crore

After taking North America by storm, the singer's successful Dil-Luminati tour begins in Delhi on October 26. Diljit Dosanjh is set to launch the Indian leg of his Dil-Luminati tour after a highly successful run in

new-york Saregama Desi Beats hosts remarkable 11th Annual Day Show

Manik Malhotra, Director of Saregama Desi Beats hosted a remarkable 11th-year Annual Day Show on Aug 24, 2024, in Levittown Hall. Many talents of different age groups performed.  The highlights of the program included the presence of

new-york do-not-miss Rep. Anthony D'Esposito joins India Caucus

Souzzi and D'Esposito pledge to expand the caucus Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY 04) has officially joined the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, following in the footsteps of Congressman Tom Suozzi (NY 03), who joined

new-york do-not-miss AARA Trade Show 2024: A Resounding Success

The Asian American Retailers Association (AARA) is thrilled to announce the success of its 19th annual Trade Show, held at the New Jersey Convention Center on September 11, 2024. This year’s event was a milestone,

entertainment do-not-miss Shah Rukh's 'King' eyeing Eid 2026 release: Report

The actor had quite an eventful 2023 with three back-to-back blockbusters - 'Pathaan', 'Jawan' and 'Dunki'. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter, Suhana Khan, will share screen space for the first time in 'King'. The

entertainment Tamil actor Suriya likely to play antagonist in 'Dhoom 4': Reports

The actor will be next seen in 'Kanguva', directed by Siva. The film will be released in theatres later this year. Tamil actor Suriya is likely to join the critically acclaimed 'Dhoom' franchise. According to reports,

entertainment Salman Khan's team issues advisory on US concert scam

Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s team has addressed the fake news scam related to Salman Khan’s concert in the United States. The actor's team took to his photo-sharing platform Instagram and shared an advisory post related

entertainment ‘Shogun’ leads the pack at 76th Emmy Awards with 18 wins

The historical drama television series ‘Shogun’ dominated the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards as it registered a total of 18 Emmys this year -- 14 at the Creative Arts Emmys and four during the main ceremony,

new-york do-not-miss Appeal for peace after desecration at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Melville, New York

Today, on September 16, 2024, we are saddened that we must once again appeal for peace in the face of hate and intolerance. Last night, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Melville, New York, was

new-york do-not-miss New York Swaminarayan Mandir vandalized, 'unacceptable' says India to US

India on Monday strongly condemned the vandalism of the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple located in New York's Melville and called for swift action, saying that such acts are 'unacceptable'. In a statement, the Indian Consulate in New

religion How the temple ecosystem is contributing towards Viksit Bharat?

As India continues to invest in its spiritual and cultural infrastructure, the temple ecosystem will play a transformative role, not just in boosting the economy but also in fostering cultural diplomacy and global understanding. By Giresh

OP-ED do-not-miss India and America: Uniting against China's manufacturing dominance

The pressing question is whether India and the United States can collaborate effectively to curb China's manufacturing dominance and promote a more balanced global economy. By K S Tomar Rahul Gandhi's recent three-day tour of the United

local-govt. do-not-miss LaLota passes 6th bill: Helping law enforcement fight scourge of Fentanyl and Xylazine

WASHINGTON D.C. - Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a member of the Homeland Security Committee, issued the following statement after his legislation, H.R. 8663, the bipartisan Detection Equipment and Technology Evaluation to Counter the Threat of (DETECT) Fentanyl

local-govt. Middlesex County offers multiple ways to vote in 2024 General Election

Middlesex County provides easy voting methods; including voting in person during Early Voting or on Election Day; mailing ballots through the USPS; or dropping a ballot in a secure drop box in more than 30

local-govt. East Side Coastal Resiliency: Mayor Adams opens new East River Park Ballfields, Delancey Street bridge

ESCR will protect 120,000 New Yorkers from flooding by 2026 completion date — On time and on budget  New York City Mayor Eric Adams today opened the new Ballfields 1 and 2 in East River Park

local-govt. Mayor Adams to ramp up annual support to $50 M for opioid prevention

The funds are obtained through litigation efforts and settlements secured by AG James New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the administration’s plans for applying $50 million in funding annually by Fiscal Year (FY) 2027

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT completes latest phase of Broadway Redesign

Transformational redesign of Broadway, from East 17th Street to East 21st Street, dramatically improves safety and experience for pedestrians and cyclists New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today announced the completion

new-york do-not-miss Indo American Cultural Foundation of Central Jersey to host Grand Navratri Garba on Oct 4-5

Mahesh Mehta and talented group of musicians and live band from Entertainment Unlimited will rock the dance floor for the 20th year at IACFNJ Garba at South Brunswick High School The Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central

USA do-not-miss South Asian leaders praise Kamala Harris’s vision and victory in Presidential Debate

Philadelphia, PA— Following last night’s presidential debate, South Asian elected leaders from across the country are applauding Vice President Kamala Harris for her compelling vision, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to addressing the issues most

local-govt. do-not-miss Middlesex County observes Hunger Action Month with REPLENISH at the forefront

Countywide events and initiatives highlight the ongoing fight against food insecurity  This September, Middlesex County is once again leading the fight against food insecurity as it observes Hunger Action Month with a robust lineup of events

new-york do-not-miss CUNY reports record-high $672 M in External Research Awards for FY 2024

The City University of New York reported $672 million in external funding for research and other sponsored programs in Fiscal Year 2024, a record high for the University and a 6% increase over last year,

new-york Indo-American Festivals Inc. announces Grand 26th Dushahra Festival in Edison

Edison, New Jersey – September 12, 2024: Indo-American Festivals Inc. (IAF) is thrilled to announce its 26th Annual Grand Dushahra Festival, which will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 1 PM to 8

e-paper September 14-20, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 21

USA You are the vital bridge: Rahul Gandhi to Indian diaspora

The senior Congress leader met a delegation of US lawmakers and had a meaningful discussion on the shared commitment to building a progressive future. New York: For Rahul Gandhi, Congress Party MP and the Leader of

new-york Biden to host Modi, Quad leaders in US

The next Quad Summit will be hosted by India in 2025. New York: All eyes are on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high-voltage US trip that is set to begin next weekend. President Joe Biden will host

India US aims for ‘Best Friends Forever Relationship’ With India: Garcetti

Mumbai: Taking India-US bilateral ties to a new high, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti has said that Washington wants to build a “BFF (best friends forever) relationship" with New Delhi, and a change of

WORLD Putin hails India's rising success under PM Modi

Moscow: Amid India's peace efforts to end the Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again hailed the country's rising global stature and the strength of its growing economy under the leadership of Prime

India Sitaram Yechury, a stalwart of Left politics, passes away

CPI-M General Secretary Sitaram Yechury, who passed away in New Delhi on September 12, was a stalwart of the Left politics in India and also known for his personal relations with political adversaries. Survived by

USA 'Rigged deal': Angry Trump calls for ABC News shutdown

Trump voiced his frustrations during an interview with Fox & Friends, claiming the debate moderators, David Muir and Linsey Davis, were biased in favor of Harris. Washington: Former President Donald Trump has demanded the shutdown of

USA Lotus vs ex-POTUS: Key takeaways of first presidential debate

Washington: “You're not running against Joe Biden. You're running against me," Vice President Kamala Harris said as she challenged her rival Donald Trump on foreign policy, economy, and abortion in the first presidential debate. She

new-york ‘Campaign of disinformation and hate against Hindus’

Hindu American organizations systematically targeted for celebrating their faith New York: Hindu American organizations are facing an orchestrated campaign of misinformation and hate, spearheaded by extremists, some of whom glorify terrorists and openly advocate violence against

new-york NYC Hackathon for High School Students

Divergent Teams is excited to announce a High School Hackathon from September 30th to October 4th, 2024. The first four days will be held online, allowing students to collaborate remotely, culminating in an in-person event

USA U.S.-India Business Council announces recipients of 2024 Global Leadership Award

Bob Pragada, CEO of Jacobs, and Babasaheb “Baba” N. Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge are the recipients this year   New Delhi: At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) India

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Iowa Governor Reynolds leads 10-day trade mission to India

New York: Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds left on September 10, 2024 for an official trade mission to India. The delegation joining her includes Iowa Economic Development Authority and Iowa Finance Authority Director Debi Durham, Iowa

U-S-A-National US polls: 'The Indian Panorama' endorses Harris & Walz

New York: A major Indian-American English Weekly has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for Vice President.  The Indian Panorama, which has been in publication since 2006, published the endorsement

U-S-A-National AsiansMAGA claims Indian Americans to vote not on heritage basis this election

Washington, DC: Indian Americans are likely to vote in the US presidential elections based on what the candidates have done for them and not on the basis of their heritage or race, a newly formed

U-S-A-National U.S.-India INDUS-X initiative convenes in Silicon Valley for third summit

Washington, DC: The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) participated in the third India-U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit in Silicon Valley, California on Monday, September 9. The summit

India do-not-miss Left veteran Sitaram Yechury dies after battling respiratory illness

New Delhi: Veteran Left leader and CPI-M (Communist Party of India-Marxist)general secretary Sitaram Yechury died on September 12. He was 72 and was undergoing treatment for respiratory ailments at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical

India do-not-miss BRICS NSAs meet | Doval calls for joint action against terror, cybercrime

The NSA's remarks came ahead of the annual BRICS summit set to take place in Kazan, Russia, next month. The summit, scheduled for October 22-24, will be attended by leaders of the BRICS nations, including

India Russia, Ukraine have to negotiate; India willing to advise: Jaishankar

New Delhi: Stressing that the Ukraine conflict cannot be resolved on the battlefield, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that Russia and Ukraine have to negotiate, and India is willing to advise if needed. He

India do-not-miss 52 arrested after communal clashes in Karnataka during Ganesha procession

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Police detained 52 people in connection with the communal clashes that broke out in the state's Mandya district during a Ganpati procession on September 11. According to the police, clashes happened in

India do-not-miss West Bengal CM says ‘ready to resign’ amid stand-off with doctors

Mamata Banerjee's statement came after the doctors refused to hold a meeting with the government for the third straight day. Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has said she was "ready to quit her chair"

India do-not-miss Arms, ammunition found ahead of PM Modi's J&K visit

Srinagar: Security forces have recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from a forest area in the Keran sector in Kupwara district along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Based on specific intelligence

Indian-Community

India in New York hosted the IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Association of North America event in partnership with USISPF. An evening of insightful discussions on US-India business synergy with distinguished speakers and alumni Dr. Mukesh Aghi,

New-York-Community do-not-miss Nikki Haley joins Public Affairs arm of global communications firm Edelman

New York: Edelman has appointed former South Carolina Governor and United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley as Vice Chair, and former U.S. Senator and Ambassador to China, Max Baucus as Senior Advisor,

New-York-Community Indian-American teen, son of IIT-JEE topper, wins gold at toughest coding Olympiad

New York: Agastya Goel, an Indian-origin teenager based in California, has won a gold medal at the prestigious 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), held in Egypt. This victory marks Agastya's second gold at the

New-York-Community ‘Nacho Nacho’: Kamala Harris's campaign gets Bollywood twist

New York: Prominent Indian-American community leader Ajay Bhutoria has released a new Hindi campaign song titled "Nacho Nacho" to support Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Inspired by the Oscar-winning track "Naatu Naatu" from the film "RRR,"

USA HinduPACT’s HinduVote unveils American Hindu Agenda for 2024 Elections

HinduPACT initiative launches comprehensive community outreach programs and engages over 1,000 candidates with a new questionnaire (Logo Provided by HinduPACT) Chicago, IL: HinduVote, a project of HinduPACT (an initiative of the World Hindu Council of America, VHPA),

OP-ED India’s politicians should avoid mud-slinging on foreign soil

By Shubham Ghosh Rahul Gandhi, the opposition leader in the Lok Sabha of the Indian parliament, recently visited the United States. While many expected him to come out as a man with better ideas during the

do-not-miss diplomacy My role is to inject love, respect, humility: Rahul tells Indian Americans

Texas: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, currently on a three-day visit to the US, addressed the Indian diaspora in Dallas, Texas, highlighting that his role in Indian politics is to "inject

business Apple iPhone 16 being launched globally from Indian factories

New Delhi: Union Railways and Electronics and IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said that Apple’s latest iPhone 16 is being produced and launched globally from the Indian manufacturing plants.  The ‘Make in India’ new iPhones will be

business do-not-miss US to partner India to boost semiconductor development

Washington: The US Department of State has announced a partnership with India to explore opportunities to grow and diversify the global semiconductor ecosystem, with funding provided under International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund created

business Every device in world will have an Indian-made chip: PM Modi

New Delhi: Our dream is that every device in the world will have an Indian-made chip and 100 per cent of electronic manufacturing should happen in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said. Inaugurating the

health do-not-miss Insulin resistance linked to 31 diseases, early death in women

New Delhi: Insulin resistance, now linked with 31 different diseases, has also been associated with higher odds of an early death in women, according to a new study.  The causes of insulin resistance aren’t fully understood

health do-not-miss India confirms presence of Mpox virus in isolated patient

New Delhi: The government said the suspected case of monkeypox (Mpox) has been verified in a patient as a travel-related infection, adding that there is no widespread risk to the public at this time.  The Ministry

health do-not-miss India must broaden focus beyond mental health: Lancet

New Delhi: With over 170,000 lives lost annually due to suicide in India, it is imperative to focus beyond mental health to prevent suicide cases in the country, said an expert in a new study

Diaspora do-not-miss Kerala native becomes minister in Australian regional assembly

Melbourne: Jinson Anto Charls, who hails from Kerala's Moonnilavu village, has been sworn in as a minister of the Northern Territory, days after his election to its Parliament. Nephew of Congress leader and Pathanamthitta MP

Diaspora do-not-miss British Indian sets Guinness Record for building world's largest iPhone

Arun Rupesh Maini's 6.74-foot iPhone earned him a Guinness World Record. London: An Indian-origin British tech content creator made the largest replica of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which has earned him a spot in the

Diaspora do-not-miss Indo-Canadian who abused 11 women granted full parole

Gary Jagur Singh, known as 'Marpole Rapist', has been granted parole despite concerns from survivors' families and the community. Toronto: A 68-year-old man of Indian origin, convicted of sexually assaulting 11 women between January 1988 and

Diaspora do-not-miss Indian-origin lecturer wins Singapore Literature Prize

Singapore: An Indian-origin lecturer at Nanyang Technological University has won the Singapore Literature Prize for English fiction for her short story – ‘Nine Yard Sarees’. Prasanthi Ram's debut work was published in late 2023. The

WORLD US, UK accuse Iran of transferring ballistic missiles to Russia

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken claimed dozens of Russian military personnel received training in Iran on using the Fath-360 missile, which has a range of 75 miles. London: Announcing a fresh round of sanctions, the

WORLD UNGA opens with historic new seat for Palestine

New York: The 79th session of the UN General Assembly began in New York with Palestine taking its seat in the General Assembly Hall next to the UN member states. Although Palestine is not a

WORLD Canada's Trudeau faces internal discontent as key ally pulls out

Liberal MPs voiced concerns as the party is trailing the Conservatives by 15 to 20 points in recent polls ahead of the election. Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing growing dissatisfaction within his caucus

subcontinent do-not-miss Biden pulled out forces from Afghanistan against military advice: Report

New York: US President Joe Biden wanted to get US forces out of Afghanistan, and ignored the advice of the military, the Afghanistan government, and NATO. This was revealed in a House Foreign Affairs Committee's

subcontinent do-not-miss Bangladesh wants good ties with India: Muhammad Yunus

Dhaka: The interim government's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus said that Bangladesh wants to maintain good relations with India while asserting that it should be based on equity and fairness. Yunus, 84, made the remarks while

subcontinent do-not-miss Imran Khan’s party leaders held after violent protests

According to a parliamentary rule, police should inform the National Assembly speaker before arresting any lawmaker, and the rule was violated. Islamabad: Authorities in Pakistan arrested several leaders of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party,

USA do-not-miss Kamala Harris will drive American forward with competence and unity: Bhutoria

Ajay Bhutoria, Deputy National Finance Chair, DNC, Harris Finance Committee issued following statement  on the 2024 Presidential Debate: In tonight’s debate, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a powerful vision for the future, contrasting sharply with Donald

Anuvrat-Movement Speak up even when it is most difficult

By John Di Leonardo Jamaica Bay has long been a popular religious site for local Hindu Guyanese and Indo-Caribbean populations living in Richmond Hill and Ozone Park, with Jamaica Bay being nicknamed “the Ganges” by some

Spiritual-Awareness Shri Krishna: The Eternal Protector of Devotees

Recently, we joyously celebrated Janmashtami, the festival commemorating the earthly arrival of Bhagwan Shri Krishna.  Shri Krishna is widely known for his divine interventions that protected his devotees and upheld righteousness (Dharma). Throughout ancient texts, his

entertainment New OTT releases to watch out for

>> Call Me Bae | Prime Video In the series, billionaire fashionista Bae (Ananya Panday) navigates life after she is disowned by her family. She has a lavish lifestyle, but her privileged and glamorous world abruptly

entertainment do-not-miss Akshay Kumar reunites with Priyadarshan for 'Bhooth Bangla'

The film, produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms and Akshay Kumar's Cape of Good Films, is slated for a 2025 release. Megastar Akshay Kumar announced his latest film, 'Bhooth Bangla', on his 57th birthday. The announcement

entertainment do-not-miss Ranbir Kapoor to portray two avatars of Lord Vishnu

Actor Ranbir Kapoor will next be seen in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's adaptation of the mythological epic Ramayana alongside Southern actress Sai Pallavi. According to the latest buzz, the 'Animal' actor will be playing not one

entertainment do-not-miss Emergency gets U/A certificate, no release date finalized yet

Even as fans eagerly await Kangana Ranaut's film, the actor-politician announced her new project 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata', which is a cinematic tribute to unsung heroes. The release of actor-politician Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' was recently postponed. The

entertainment Bollywood celebs welcome Lord Ganesha home

From bringing Ganapati 'Bappa' home, decorating the deity's shrine with flowers to preparing modaks and laddoos and visiting Lord Ganesha pandals -- as Ganesh Chaturthi festivities began, many Bollywood stars shared pictures of how they

USA Trump or Harris — who would be better for US President's job in 2024?

By Dr A D Amar At a time when newly emerging powers are fighting for American markets and global influence, the country needs a confident and experienced person to lead as its president. Things have changed a

arts-culture Indians abroad: Ringing in the Onam festivities

In Surrey, Canada, cultural programs showcasing Kerala's rich heritage were part of the festivities. (Photo courtesy: X@cgivancouver) Australian business and community leader Bhav Dhillon (left) enjoys Onasadya (Onam feast) with MP Simon Watts (second left) and

arts-culture Onam: A celebration of Kerala's tradition and culture

This year, the celebrations began on September 6 and will continue till the 15th. Onam, the grand and vibrant festival of Kerala, marks the beginning of harvest season and the return of the mythical King Mahabali.

lifestyle Loneliness in Asian countries: Its impacts and economic fallout

Addressing loneliness is not just a social imperative but an economic necessity for sustainable development in the coming years. By K S Tomar Loneliness has emerged as a significant social issue in countries like China, India, Bangladesh,

local-govt. do-not-miss Starting the new school year with new buildings, new curricula, and more

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC September 9, 2024 We came into office with a clear mission: to build a safer, more affordable city. And our initiatives for our students continue to deliver on that promise. As the

new-york do-not-miss Empowering Gen Next: NYC Hackathon for High School Students

Divergent Teams is excited to announce a High School Hackathon from September 30th to October 4th, 2024. The first four days will be held online, allowing students to collaborate remotely, culminating in an in-person event

local-govt. do-not-miss Adams admin announces new steps in flood prevention and preparation

Administration Has Invested $1.2 Billion in Stormwater Flood Mitigation Efforts Green Medians, Flood Sensors, Rain Gardens, Porous Pavement, Bluebelts, and Slotted Manhole Covers are being implemented citywide New York – To mark the third anniversary of Hurricane Ida,

local-govt. NYC DOT launches podcast - 'Curb Enthusiasm'

Offering unique insight into what's new, innovative and exciting in the world of transportation and urban planning locally and across the globe  Inaugural episode features a conversation with U.S. Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary

new-york do-not-miss 'The Indian Panorama' endorses Kamala Harris for President & Tim Walz for Vice President

A major Indian-American English Weekly has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for Vice President. The  Indian Panorama, which has been in publication since 2006,  published the endorsement on the

new-york do-not-miss 106 life-sized elephant sculptures arrive in NYC's Meatpacking District in "The Great Elephant Migration"

New York, NY - Sept 6, 2024:  The elephants have arrived! Today, the Meatpacking District Management Association (Meatpacking BID) in partnership with Elephant Family USA, an international non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to helping the human

local-govt. do-not-miss Oyster Bay Town Clerk LaMarca urges residents to donate blood on Sept 26

Hicksville, NY – With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Thursday, September 26th from 1pm to 7 pm at the

humour Afghan women pursue their dreams in Scotland

Every now and then, I hear someone using the phrase “greatest country in the world.” It’s often an American politician, but I’ve heard it from leaders of other countries as well. I prefer the phrase

lifestyle The Indian-American Lens of Dr. Sumit Dharia

By Krishiv Shah  Old Westbury, NY — I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Sumit Dharia, a respected podiatrist, on how he balances his demanding career and the duality of his Indian American identity. Growing up

new-york NYC Health+Hospitals' community health workers have reached out to 25000 patients since 2021

With more than 250 Community Health Workers, NYC Health + Hospitals has built one of the largest health system-based community health worker programs in the country In a testimonial, cancer patient Neville Facey describes how a

new-york do-not-miss Assemblymember Lavine condemns Georgia school shooting

Glen Cove, NY: Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) has issued the following statement in response to the school shooting today at Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga.: “In the aftermath of today’s tragedy at Apalachee High

local-govt. D A Donnelly & Supervisor Saladino partner to protect seniors from scammers

Oyster Bay, NY – In a concerted effort to safeguard senior citizens from increasingly prevalent scams, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly and Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino are partnering to host a

local-govt. Middlesex County Sheriff's Office gets fourth reaccreditation award

Middlesex County, NJ: Middlesex County is proud to announce that the Office of the County Sheriff has received its fourth reaccreditation award from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP), a feat

new-york India Caucus meets Congressman D’Esposito, urges him to join

Caucus membership drive gains momentum Members of the India Caucus Membership Drive Committee recently met with Congressman Anthony D’Esposito, urging him to join the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, a bipartisan coalition of American

new-york Biden-Harris admins' $1.5 M grant to make local roads safer in NJ

As students head back to school, new round of funding from President Biden’s infrastructure law will make America’s roads safer for everyone, including pedestrians, cyclists, and those living in rural communities  Announcement is paired with release

e-paper September 7-13, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 20

India Key wins for PM Modi during Brunei, Singapore visits

Singapore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for home after concluding his two-nation visit to Brunei and Singapore during which he held wide-ranging discussions with the top leadership of both countries to build upon the historic

WORLD India, China, Brazil could mediate in peace talks with Ukraine: Putin

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that China, India, and Brazil could mediate in potential peace talks over Ukraine. He referred to a preliminary agreement that was reached between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in

WORLD Canada headed for political turmoil?

NDP's Jagmeet Singh indicated that the decision to withdraw from the minority Liberal government had been in the works for several weeks. Toronto: In a setback for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, key ally Jagmeet Singh's

sports India’s best-ever medal haul at Paralympics

Paris: In its best-ever performance at the Paralympics since they came into existence in 1960, India won 25 medals at Paris 2024 with five gold, nine silver, and 11 bronze, surpassing the record from Tokyo

USA Kamala Harris unveils 'ambitious' plan to boost small businesses

Criticizing former President Donald Trump, the VP said that the Republican plans to "cut off federal programs that give loans to small businesses". Washington: US Vice-President Kamala Harris unveiled an "ambitious" plan to boost small businesses

USA 'We won't have World War III when I'm elected': Trump

New York: Former President Donald Trump has asserted that there was an imminent risk of World War III and global conflagration from nuclear proliferation which only he could prevent. "We're heading into World War III

local-govt. Mobile Mammography Van coming to Heckscher Park

Pre-register today for breast cancer screening  Huntington, NY: Councilwoman Theresa Mari is excited to announce that the Stony Brook Medicine Mobile Mammography Van will be providing state-of-the-art 3D digital mammograms at the upcoming ‘Pink in the

local-govt. Mayor Adams opens 24 new buildings ahead of new school year

New York: New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Public Schools Chancellor David Banks, and New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) President and CEO Nina Kubota announced the completion and opening of

U-S-A-National Vandal targets Assembly Member Rajkumar’s district office in Woodhaven

A vandal smashed and destroyed the front door of Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar’s office in the wee hours of the morning last week, leaving a bunch of broken glass behind.  Video surveillance footage shared by the

Indian-American do-not-miss 11-year-old Maya Neelakantan makes history on America's Got Talent

New York: Eleven-year-old Maya Neelakantan made history on ‘America’s Got Talent’ by performing a cover of Metallica’s iconic track ‘Master Of Puppets,’ marking the first time the legendary band has ever allowed their music to

Indian-American Prof Baliga wins $1 M Millennium Technology Prize

New York: Professor Bantval Jayant Baliga, a 76-year-old Indian-American electrical engineer born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has been awarded the 2024 Millennium Technology Prize. The prize, awarded by Technology Academy Finland, which includes a €1

Local-Area-News Complaint against Rutgers University for failure to protect against discrimination

Washington, DC: A Hindu-American think tank has filed a complaint against Rutgers University in New Jersey after a report by the institute’s task force alleged “caste-based discrimination” in the country’s higher education system.       The

Indian-Origin Arkansas multi-car crash: 4 Indians carpooling, charred to death

A speeding truck rear-ended the SUV the victims were in. The car burst into flames.  New York: Four Indians, including a woman, have died in a massive crash involving five vehicles in Texas. The victims had

Indian-American Sahith Theegala picks up $ 7.5m as third in FedExCup 

Atlanta: Indian American Sahith Theegala, who stunned the world by calling a two-shot penalty on himself a day earlier, finished a brilliant third in the FedExCup golf tournament, which ended with the Tour Championship. He

U-S-A-National USISPF to host INDUS-X summit in September

New York: The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum has announced the third edition of the India-U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit. It will be held on Sept. 9 and 10 in partnership with Stanford University’s Gordian

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Bhutoria mobilizes South Asians to boost Kamala's campaign

New York: Ajay Bhutoria, National community leader, Deputy National finance chair of the Democratic National Convention (DNC), and a key supporter of Vice President Kamala Harris, recently met a gathering of Asian and South Asian

India India, Singapore ink key agreements during Modi’s visit

Singapore: India and Singapore signed key Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) in the fields of digital technologies, semiconductors, health cooperation, and skill development, which will further strengthen their cooperation. The agreements were signed after Prime Minister

India Kolkata turns off lights to seek justice for RG Kar victim

Kolkata: The city experienced a unique and powerful display of civic solidarity on September 4 evening when residents turned off their lights for an hour from 9 pm to 10 pm and came down to

India do-not-miss Kharge meets US envoy Eric Garcetti, praises bilateral ties

New Delhi: US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge this week as they discussed the deepening of ties between the two countries. In a post on X after the meeting, Kharge

Indian-American Vivek Murthy calls parental stress an urgent public health issue

New York:  Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” levels of stress on a daily basis, and in an advisory issued on Wednesday U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called parental stress

Indian-American New campaign to boost Indian diaspora's participation

Washington, DC: Ahead of the November 5 US presidential elections, an Indian diaspora group has launched a campaign to increase the policy impact and participation of Indian-American voters in the polls.  Launched by non-profit institution Foundation

Indian-American Security solutions provider Cobalt appoints Sonali Shah as CEO

New York: Cobalt, a provider of advanced security solutions, has appointed Sonali Shah, an Indian-American, as its new Chief Executive Officer.  A longtime cybersecurity executive and current Cobalt board member Shah has taken over her new

Indian-American Nikesh Arora and Yamini Rangan: Only Indians on 2024 list of highest-paid CEOs in US

New York: Nikesh Arora and Yamini Rangan secured top spots on C-Suite Comp's 2024 list of Top 10 highest-paid CEOs in the US  Some of the big names among the Indian diaspora include tech leaders such

Indian-American do-not-miss Aerospace scientist Dr Vivek Lall named Distinguished Visiting Fellow at Hoover Institution

Washington, DC: Renowned Indian-American aerospace scientist Dr Vivek Lall has been named a distinguished visiting fellow at the prestigious Hoover Institution of Stanford University. One of the world's most influential think tanks, the Hoover Institution

do-not-miss diplomacy Iran summons UK diplomat over sanctions imposed by London

Tehran: Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned the British charge d’affaires in response to the UK’s recent sanctions on three Iranian individuals and one entity. According to a ministry statement, the diplomat was summoned by Majid Nili

do-not-miss diplomacy China’s consul general in NY expelled; State Dept denies

The reported expulsion comes 24 hours after a high-ranking official was charged with violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act, money laundering conspiracy, visa fraud, and alien smuggling. New York: China’s Consul General in New York, Huang

diplomacy Quad leaders likely to meet on sidelines of UNGA

New York: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to join his Australian and Japanese counterparts, Anthony Albanese and Fumio Kishida, as well as United States President Joe Biden for a meeting of the Quad on

do-not-miss diplomacy India supports policy of development, not expansionism: PM Modi

Bandar Seri Begawan: Amid China’s aggressive behavior in the Indo-Pacific region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during his visit to Brunei that India supports the policy of development, not expansionism. PM Modi arrived on a

arts-culture How to survive 10-day extreme fast during Das Lakshan Parv

Ananya Jain shares his experiences of following a strict discipline of Das Laskhan/Paryushan to find inner peace, and how the learnings still continue to help him even today — and can do the same for

business do-not-miss 43% of WazirX global customers to lose their money

New Delhi: After a massive Rs 2,000 crore data breach, more bad news awaits WazirX customers — including at least 4.2 million Indian users — as nearly 43 per cent of them are likely to

business do-not-miss UPI transactions touch record 14.96 billion in August

New Delhi: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) saw 41 per cent growth (year-on-year) at record 14.96 billion transactions in the month of August, as total transaction amount touched Rs 20.61 lakh crore -- a 31

business do-not-miss India’s growth likely to reach 7% in FY25: World Bank

New Delhi: With the World Bank revising India’s growth outlook from previous forecast of 6.6 per cent to 7 per cent in the current fiscal, industry leaders said that the country is continuously increasing its

sports Pakistan slip to 8th in men's Test rankings

New Delhi: Pakistan have dropped two places in the ICC Men's Test Team Rankings, falling to eighth position following a 0-2 series defeat at home to Bangladesh. This is Pakistan's lowest rating points in the

sports Duleep Trophy key platform for preparation: Jay Shah

New Delhi: Jay Shah, the BCCI Secretary, believes the Duleep Trophy is an essential platform for all players to prepare and seize opportunities ahead of the 2024/25 home season. India’s domestic season for this year

sports Paris Paralympics: India hit 20-medal milestone, surpass Tokyo tally

Paris: India surpassed its Tokyo 2020 tally to hit the 20-medal mark for the first time ever in the history of the Paralympic Games and the count was expected to increase. After Deepthi Jeevanji pocketed bronze

religion Postage stamps spreading the glory of Lord Ganesha

By Pradip Jain, FRPSL Ganesha, the God of knowledge and elimination of troubles, has more than 108 names and is worshipped in India as well as abroad. All ceremonies begin with an invocation to Lord Ganesh.

religion Top temples to visit this Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganesh Utsav, is a much-awaited and widely celebrated Hindu festival that commemorates the birth of Lord Ganesha across Indian states, from Maharashtra to Gujarat, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh,

subcontinent Iran warns Pakistan over gas pipeline dispute

Tehran: Iran has issued a final warning to Pakistan to complete its section of the cross-border gas pipeline or risk international arbitration and potentially face billions of dollars in penalties. According to a Nikkei Asia

subcontinent Hindus on target: 49 teachers forced to resign in Bangladesh

Dhaka: In the weeks following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, at least 49 teachers from minority communities were forced to resign, according to local media reports. One of the most

subcontinent do-not-miss India-Pakistan ties will not improve even in next decade: Survey

According to the CPR-C Voter survey, Indians believe their country has the highest influence in South Asia, while Pakistanis and Bangladeshis feel China has the most influence in the region, followed by the US. New Delhi:

WORLD Over 50 killed as Russia strikes Ukrainian military academy, hospital

Kyiv: The Russian strikes on a military training center and a hospital have killed at least 51 and injured 219, according to Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense. Two Russian missiles struck a military training facility and

WORLD do-not-miss N Korea executes 30 officials for failing to prevent deaths during floods

Seoul: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may have ordered around 30 government officials to be executed for failing to prevent the deaths of over a thousand people in recent flooding, the South Korean media

WORLD do-not-miss Hamas warns hostages will return in coffins if Israel continues military pressure

Gaza: Hamas has warned Israel that its "insistence" on getting hostages released through military pressure "will result in them returning to their families in coffins". "New instructions have been issued to the fighters charged with

new-york Gun violence wreaks havoc during Labor Day weekend and start of Back-to-School

New York – The last weekend of summer 2024 was yet another holiday weekend interrupted by tragic instances of gun violence. From Friday, August 30 to Monday, September 2, there were at least 403 shootings, in

local-govt. NYC Care's study highlights program promoting health equity among uninsured

Two recent studies demonstrate that healthcare access program participants had high rates of chronic disease control and fewer hospitalizations NYC Care is a health care access program available to New Yorkers regardless of one’s immigration status

local-govt. do-not-miss Town of Oyster Bay to host 9/11 & Walls of Honor ceremony Sept 9 at TOBAY Beach

Massapequa, NY – Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board invite residents to join them at the Town’s Annual September 11th Memorial Ceremony scheduled for Monday, September 9th at 7:00 p.m. at

local-govt. NYC DOT enhances pedestrian safety at more than 300 locations

NEW YORK – New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and Deputy Mayor of Operations Meera Joshi today announced the agency has improved visibility for pedestrians at more than 300 locations

new-york Assemblymember Lavine hosts ERA community meetings

Glen Cove, NY: With Election Day fast approaching, Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) will be hosting a series of community meetings to inform the public about a proposed change to the New York State Constitution.

humour Stuck in Space: Sunita and Butch

On June 5, 2024, two NASA astronauts, Sunita “Suni” Williams and Butch Wilmore, took a taxi ride to the International Space Station. The taxi ran into trouble, and now Williams and Wilmore will have to

lifestyle High School innovator Vihaan Kotahwala launches groundbreaking AI curriculum across NYC

New York City, NY – In an inspiring move to bridge the gap in tech education, high school student Vihaan Kotahwala developed and implemented a cutting-edge AI curriculum in underserved communities across New York City

Indian-Origin 47 Indians rescued from ‘cyber scam centers’ in Laos

Indian authorities have advised citizens to be wary of “fake job offers” in Laos and emphasized the need for careful verification to avoid falling victim to scams. New Delhi: At least 47 Indians who were trapped

Diaspora Pro-Khalistanis pay homage to ex-Punjab CM's assassin in Canada

Ottawa: The pro-Khalistan radical groups in Canada took assassination floats recently paying “homage” to the suicide bomber responsible for the killing of then Punjab chief minister Beant Singh in 1995. The floats, which were taken

Diaspora British-Indian Labour MP accused of renting flats infested with fleas

MP Jas Athwal expressed his shock at the reported conditions and apologized for the failings. London: Tenants in properties owned by Jas Athwal, a British-Indian Sikh Labour MP, were living in dire conditions, plagued by mold,

Diaspora do-not-miss Indians in Brunei give PM Modi a hero's welcome

Bandar Seri Begawan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on a two-day visit to Brunei, was greeted by the Indian diaspora as he arrived at a grand hotel here on September 2. The gathering at

OP-ED First election in J&K since Article 370 revocation: Modi’s strategy or compulsion?

By Shubham Ghosh Addressing the needs of a democracy while maintaining control is a delicate balancing act. A little slip could lead to a resurgence of Kashmir’s notorious separatist violence India’s election commission announced in August that

OP-ED Rise of Indian Americans in US politics: Diverse leadership, yet not the final frontier

By Vipul Tamhane During the 2020 US Presidential elections, candidate-running mate to Biden, and later his Vice President, Kamala Harris reflected the growing capacities of the Indian American community in American politics. The Indian diaspora’s America

health Packaged juices harmful, no matter ‘healthy’ branding

New Delhi: Packaged juices, even the ones that come with the label “healthy”, are dangerous for health, and are low in nutritional value, warned experts, stressing the need to avoid them.  National Nutrition Week is observed

health Over half of the world doesn’t consume essential micronutrients

New Delhi: More than half of the world's population does not consume enough calcium, iron, or vitamins C and E, according to a new study. The study, published in the Lancet journal, is the first

health WHO launches global guidance to curb antibiotic pollution

New Delhi: In a bid to curb the rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever guidance on wastewater and solid waste management for antibiotic manufacturing.  AMR poses a looming threat

health Prioritising needs of children urgent: Unicef on Mpox

New Delhi: As the World Health Organisation (WHO) asked countries to step up vigil against Monkeypox (Mpox), the United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) sounded an alert, saying that in the fight against the outbreak, prioritising

arts-culture Can hardcover books be dangerous for you?

New Delhi: If you come across brightly colored, cloth-bound books from the Victorian era, handle them carefully, or avoid them altogether. These books could be hiding toxic dyes that pose health risks to readers, collectors,

arts-culture A bubble is a story and a story is a bubble

By Dr. Kirti Shekhawat The bouquet of short stories, entitled ‘Bubbles’ is heartwarming, exploring the complexities of human experience, the triumph of human spirit in the face of adversity. Every story in this debut book proves

Anuvrat-Movement 1-in-30-million orange lobster wins the jackpot; but every animal deserves same care and attention

By John Di Leonardo  Lobsters are typically brown, only turning red after being boiled alive; however, 1 in 30 million lobsters are orange while they're still alive. Today, my organization Humane Long Island had the pleasure

Spiritual-Awareness True Leadership: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Service

By Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj What does it mean to be a true leader, and what does it take to be one? Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj explores the core aspects of moral leadership, clarifying

entertainment Veteran actress Rekha to perform at IIFA Awards 2024

Veteran actor Rekha will be performing at the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2024, to be held next month in Abu Dhabi. The three-day awards gala, which will be held from September 27 to

entertainment SRK, BigB, Juhi Chawla on Hurun India Rich List 2024

The 2024 Hurun India Rich List has been released, featuring several Bollywood celebrities who have amassed significant wealth. This year's list is particularly notable for including Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who has made an

entertainment ‘The Mehta Boys’ to open Chicago South Asian Film Festival

The festival highlighting the richness of South Asian cinema will be held from September 19 to 22. ‘The Mehta Boys’, directed by actor Boman Irani is set to open the 15th Chicago South Asian Film Festival

entertainment Singer AP Dhillon says he's safe after firing outside his Canada home

A day after shots were fired outside AP Dhillon's house on Victoria Island in Canada's Vancouver, the Punjabi singer said that "he is safe". A man named Rohit Godara, a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi

new-york do-not-miss NYIC launches ‘New York Proud’ public art campaign celebrating immigrant stories

Photography campaign will include 200+ placements on subway platforms and public spaces throughout New York City  Pop-up exhibitions in Times Square, Brooklyn and Queens beginning August 30, will highlight the diverse journeys, economic contributions of immigrant

USA do-not-miss GOPIO-Metro Washington hosts 16th Annual Independence Day Bilingual Poetry Session

GOPIO-Metro Washington hosted the 16th Annual Independence Day bilingual poetry session (Mushaira-Kavi Sammelan) on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the Central Library in Arlington, Virginia, inaugurated by Dr. A. Abdulla. In his opening remarks, Dr.

USA do-not-miss Indra Nooyi To deliver keynote address at ITServe’s Synergy 2024

“Indira Nooyi will be the Special Guest and deliver the keynote address during Synergy 2024, which will be held at the electric city of Las Vegas, at the Caesars Palace, the legendary hotspot where fortunes

USA Bhutoria mobilizes South Asians to boost Kamala's campaign

Ajay Bhutoria, National community leader, Deputy National finance chair of the Democratic National Convention (DNC), and a key supporter of Vice President Kamala Harris, recently met a gathering of Asian and South Asian Harris supporters

local-govt. do-not-miss Mayor Adams' statement on shooting at West Indian American Day Parade

New York: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and West Indian American Day Carnival Association President Roger Archibald on Sept 2, 2024, released the following statement on the shooting that occurred earlier int the day

entertainment ‘Please don’t destroy Malayalam film industry’: Mohanlal

Speaking on the Hema Committee report for the first time, veteran actor Mohanlal has said that he is not part of the “power group” mentioned in the report and the entire Malayalam industry should be

entertainment 'Veer-Zaara' to re-release in theatres on Sep 13

The iconic Bollywood film 'Veer-Zaara', starring Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, is set to return on the big screen on September 13, 2024. Originally released in 2004, the Yash Chopra-directed romantic drama has remained

entertainment 'Religious sentiments can't be hurt': Govt sources on 'Emergency'

Religious sentiments cannot be hurt, government sources said while explaining why the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has postponed the release of Kangana Ranaut's upcoming biographical political drama "Emergency." The filmmakers had initially set

entertainment PIL in Delhi HC seeking ban on 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack'

The series, directed by Anubhav Sinha, dramatizes the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814 by terror outfit Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court, seeking a ban

columns Three years on - Taliban regime remains a symbol of tyranny, failure

By K S Tomar The rigid adherence of the Taliban’s top clan to its extremist ideology has not only alienated the Afghan population but also the international community. Three years since its return to power in Afghanistan,

Local-Area-News do-not-miss AABANY releases 'Voices of Anti-Asian Hate' docu, invites orgs to host screenings

New York: The Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) announced the release of the latest version of the short documentary Voices Against Anti-Asian Hate. It is available for immediate screening by members of

new-york do-not-miss Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone named 2024 L’Hommedieu Award winner

Yolanda Ciccone, the first woman to serve as Middlesex County Prosecutor, has been named the 2024 Paige D. L’Hommedieu Award recipient by Middlesex College. Named for the founding chair of the Middlesex College Board of Trustees,

local-govt. Mayor Adams launches major step to put the 'park' back in Park Avenue

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today announced a major step to put the park back in Park Avenue between East

local-govt. do-not-miss Community Op-Ed: The Bronx is Buying a Ticket to the Future with Historic Metro-North Plan

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC  With New York City’s rental vacancy rate at a historic low of just 1.4 percent and half of all New Yorkers paying more than 30 percent of their income on

local-govt. Mayor Adams launches 'Money in Your Pocket' initiative

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams launched a citywide “Money in Your Pockets” initiative to help New Yorkers screen for or learn about more than 70 city, state, and federal programs that

local-govt. do-not-miss Mayor Adams destroys four tons of seized cannabis product, shuts down 1000+ unlicensed shops

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda, New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban, and New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

local-govt. Overdose Awareness Day: Middlesex County seeks public input to address Opioid epidemic

Middlesex County recently received funding to address the opioid epidemic, helping to prevent overdose deaths and provide connections to care. For International Opioid Awareness Day, on August 31, the County seeks public input on the

local-govt. Middlesex County to host Annual Labor Day Weekend Concert and Community Food Drive

On Sunday, September 1, the Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual free Labor Day Weekend Concert at Roosevelt Park in Edison, offering an afternoon of exciting music performances. This year’s

new-york All NYC Health+Hospitals' five long-term care facilities earn 5-star CMS quality rating

New York, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals on August 27, 2024 announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the agency responsible for ensuring that nursing homes meet certain quality standards, gave

local-govt. do-not-miss High-quality Child Care: Mayor Adams, City Council announce historic 10-point plan

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and leadership of the New York City Council today announced a historic joint effort to strengthen early childhood education across the five boroughs and address longstanding

local-govt. Back to School: NYC DOT launches largest ever number of Open Streets at schools

City launches 71 open streets at schools to improve safety, accommodate smoother pick-ups and drop-offs, and create additional outdoor space for children to play, learn, and socialize NEW YORK – New York City Department of Transportation

e-paper August 31-September 6, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 19

India do-not-miss Moody’s ups India’s GDP growth forecast to 7.2%

New Delhi: Moody’s Ratings has raised its forecast for India’s GDP growth for 2024 to 7.2 percent from 6.8 percent as projected earlier, on the back of stronger private consumption driving up aggregate demand in

USA do-not-miss Indian Americans demand justice in Kolkata rape-murder case

New York: A group of Indian Americans organized a protest in the city of Folsom in Sacramento County, California, demanding urgent steps to address gender-based violence in the wake of the gruesome rape and murder

USA Over 60 million Americans under alert as heatwave hits US

Los Angeles: A heat wave brought record-high temperatures to US Midwest states this week, with more than 60 million people included in alerts over the conditions. A late-season high-pressure system over cities in the Midwest

USA Americans are ready to turn the page: Kamala Harris

I am running because I believe that I am the best person to do this job at this moment for all Americans, regardless of race and gender, the Democratic presidential nominee said. New York: Democratic Presidential

USA India Day Parade delights thousands on Long Island

On August 25th, thousands rallied to celebrate India's 78th Independence Day in Hicksville, Long Island, New York. The event, featuring 11 floats and cultural performances, celebrated Indian heritage. Seen in the photo singing National Anthem:

features Clamor grows for Modi’s diaspora meet in NY

New York: The Indian diaspora and Americans from across the country are clamoring to join the community reception for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, overwhelming the New York venue's capacity. Huge preparations are on for PM

USA Harris, Trump locked in tight race in swing states: Poll

Washington: When it came to the swing states, Donald Trump had become a clear favorite until Kamala Harris entered the poll race and turned things upside down for the Republican presidential candidate. According to the

USA Trump warns Meta CEO of lifetime in prison if he 'cheats' in election

Donald Trump's new book claims Mark Zuckerberg conspired against him in the 2020 US presidential election. New York: Former US President Donald Trump has written in his soon-to-be-published book that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg plotted against

USA When will the next US president take office?

The next US president will take office on January 20, 2025. The date marks the Inauguration Day, which is the official start of the new presidential term following the 2024 election. Inauguration Day occurs every

local-govt. Lavine writes to Glen Cove City leaders opposing guns and ammo store opening

Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) has sent a letter to the mayor and members of the Glen Cove City Council in response to the opening of a store selling guns and ammunition right in the

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC wins $15 M federal grant to build nation’s largest municipal curbside EV charging program

New York City has won a $15 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program to build the nation’s largest curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging program. The funding

local-govt. Long Island’s largest car show returns to TOBAY Beach on Sept 22 

Long Island’s largest and most premier car show experience returns to TOBAY Beach on Sunday, September 22nd, from 11am to 4pm.  “Car Show Long Island” features hundreds of automobiles, trucks, military vehicles, and emergency service

U-S-A-National Doritos propels chip innovation to new heights

In partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Polaris Dawn mission, Doritos' first-ever space chip fuels awareness and funds for childhood cancer research and treatment  Doritos is making history with a limited-edition minis Cool Ranch Zero

U-S-A-National Well-known Indian origin doctor shot dead

New York: An Indian-origin doctor was shot in Tuscaloosa, a city in Alabama, last Friday. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders. The victim, identified as Dr Ramesh Babu Peramsetty, died on

U-S-A-National Trump appoints Tulsi Gabbard to transition team

New York: Donald Trump has appointed Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F Kennedy Jr to his transition team, days after the two former Democrats endorsed his campaign.  Gabbard is a former congresswoman and military veteran who ran

U-S-A-National NASA decides to bring Starliner spacecraft back to earth sans crew

Houston: NASA will return Boeing’s Starliner to Earth without astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams aboard the spacecraft, the agency announced Saturday. The uncrewed return allows NASA and Boeing to continue gathering testing data on

U-S-A-National Desi President: Indian-American Impact Fund launches website to support Kamala Harris

Washington, DC: A group of Indian-Americans has launched a website DesiPresident.com celebrating Kamala Harris's candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination. The website, "Kamala Ke Saath", pushes for community engagement and support for Harris, whose mother

U-S-A-National Indian diaspora 'living bridge' between US & India: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh

Washington, DC: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh met with the Indian community in Tennessee, during which he called them a "living bridge" between the two countries, appreciating their contribution to society, science and the economy.  Singh was in

U-S-A-National Apple’s new CFO is Indian origin Kevan Parekh 

New York: Indian-origin Apple executive Kevan Parekh has been appointed the company's new Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2025.   Parekh will succeed Luca Maestri, a veteran Apple executive, who will ensure a smooth transition

Local-Area-News Sonalee Vyas Dance Company enchants audiences with captivating Krishna ballet in Fort Myers

Fort Myers, Florida: The Sonalee Vyas Dance Company delivered an enchanting Krishna Ballet performance at the local Krishna temple in Fort Myers, FL, captivating over 300 attendees during the Janmashtami celebration with a unique and

Local-Area-News NYPD & NYCD Desi Society foster camaraderie over family picnic

New York: On August 11, 2024, the NYPD Desi Society and the NYC Department of Correction Desi Society held their Annual Family Day picnic and barbecue for all members, friends, and families at Cunningham Park.

USA do-not-miss Saluting Indian history and culture with grandeur

Thousands celebrated the pride of their motherland at the 13th India Day Parade of Long Island in Hicksville. Hicksville: The India Day Parade (IDP) of Long Island this year surpassed the glory and grandeur of the

Local-Area-News Overwhelming response to blood donation camp in Hicksville

The camp was organized by American Panjabi Society Women’s Forum in collaboration with New York Cancer and Blood Specialists and New York Blood Center  Hicksville, NY: The American Punjabi Society (APS) Women’s Forum, in collaboration with

India do-not-miss PM Modi shares insights from Ukraine visit with Biden, Putin

Experts view PM Narendra Modi's recent visits to Russia and Ukraine as India's attempts to play a larger role in resolving the conflict. New Delhi: Days after his return from Kyiv, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged

India Ahead of J&K polls, US diplomats visit Srinagar, meet political leaders

Srinagar: Senior American diplomats visited Jammu and Kashmir this week to meet various political leaders in the Union territory, including National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah at his Gupkar residence. The delegation included Minister-Counselor for

India India-US joint military exercise to begin on Sep 9

The joint operation will feature a range of advanced military tactics and coordinated manoeuvres aimed at improving the readiness of both armies in high-stakes scenarios. New Delhi: India and the United States are set to conduct

India Pakistani Christian gets Indian citizenship under CAA

Panaji: A 78-year-old Christian from Pakistan, who has been living in Goa since 2013, has become the first person from the state to get citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA). Born in 1946, Joseph

sports Paris Paralympics: Indian contingent hopes for best-ever haul

Paris: Determined to return with their best-ever haul in the Paralympic Games, India's biggest-ever contingent for the mega event will launch a historical campaign in the French Capital with action starting in badminton, archery and

sports Jay Shah set to rule global cricket stage

Mumbai: Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the next Independent Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC). From starting as a young administrator in Gujarat to becoming one of the most influential figures in

business Politics heats up on Telegram founder’s arrest

Paris: Telegram founder and chief Pavel Durov was headed to a court here where he could be formally charged, after his initial arrest period for questioning came to an end, according to reports. The Russian-born

business Private US banks can embrace UPI: Fed Reserve Governor

Mumbai: As the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) goes global, the US private banks might explore connecting with India’s unique digital payments solution, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said, adding that cross-border payment interlinking is one

business do-not-miss US Fed set to announce first rate cut in four years

New York: US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has expressed confidence in cutting interest rates for the first time in four years, saying that inflation was near the US central bank's two per cent target.  This

India 'Enough is enough', President Murmu on Kolkata rape-murder case

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu has expressed profound dismay and outrage over the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, marking her first public comments on the horrific crime that has shaken

India NDA crosses majority mark in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has reached the majority mark in Rajya Sabha after nine BJP leaders and two members from the allies were elected unopposed in the bypolls for the upper house.

India do-not-miss After AAP's Sisodia, SC grants bail to Kavitha in excise case

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has granted bail to Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy case, while delivering a stern reprimand to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and

USA Congressman Krishnamoorthi delivers primetime remarks at DNC

CHICAGO, IL - Hours before Vice President Kamala Harris became the first Indian American to receive the Democratic nomination for President of the United States, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) spoke on the main stage at

features Modi&US event on Sept 22 at Nassau Coliseum oversold with 24,000 registrations

Uniondale, NY: The Indo American Community of USA (IACU) announced that over 24,000 Indian Americans have signed up to attend Modi&US, a community gathering with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event will take place

features NY gears up to welcome NaMo

New York: As the United States prepares to elect its new President, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the Indian-American community at a major diaspora event on Long Island on September 22.

features PM Modi to enthrall diaspora on LI next month

New York: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a mass meeting with the Indian diaspora when he visits the city next month for the annual United Nations summit. The meeting is likely to

WORLD Ukraine to present peace plan to US to end war with Russia

New York: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that he would present a plan to US President Joe Biden on how he intends to end the war with Russia. Addressing the press, he said this

WORLD Iran ready to negotiate with US over its nuclear program

New York: Asserting that there was 'no harm' in engaging with its 'enemy', Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei approved talks over the regime’s nuclear program with the United States. Iran is considered to be

WORLD Israel says hostage rescued after 'complex operation' in Gaza

Jerusalem: Israeli forces said they have rescued a 52-year-old hostage from the Gaza Strip. Identified as Qaid Farhan Alkadi, the hostage is a Bedouin resident of Rahat city in southern Israel who was abducted in

WORLD do-not-miss Australia caps international student intake for 2025

Melbourne: Australia has announced that it will be limiting its international student intake to 2.7 lakh in 2025 in a bid to tackle record levels of migration that have led to skyrocketing house rental prices.

subcontinent Maldivian president accuses opposition of 'financial' coup

Male: Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has accused the opposition of attempting to stage a "financial coup" and said all those behind the plot to topple his government would be brought to justice, media reports stated. Last

subcontinent Pakistan needs a leader like Narendra Modi: Pak-American leader

Islamabad: Sajid Tarar, a Republican Party leader and founder of American Muslims for former president Donald Trump, said that India has flourished under Prime Minister Narendra, and it will help Pakistan if a leader like

subcontinent Bangladesh frees terror group chief

Jashimuddin Rahmani's release is a matter of concern for India as his terror group is reportedly trying to establish a jihadi network with the help of sleeper cells. Dhaka: Bangladesh’s caretaker government has freed Jashimuddin Rahmani,

subcontinent EU observers arrive in Sri Lanka ahead of Sep 21 election

Colombo: Election observers from the European Union called on Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena ahead of the deployment of 26 observers to follow the campaign for the country’s election on September 21. The Prime

subcontinent do-not-miss If anything happens to me, Army chief, ISI responsible: Imran Khan

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan reiterated that the Army and the ISI are responsible for his condition and expressed fear for his life. Khan, 71, lodged at the Adiala Jail since last year,

Diaspora 3 Indian-origin men jailed in UK for smuggling cocaine in chicken

London: Three Indian-origin men were among 10 people sentenced to imprisonment between two and 16 years each in the UK for smuggling cocaine and illegal cash across the country. The gang used vans with hidden

Diaspora do-not-miss Indians leaving Sweden in record numbers

The country's high living costs, a lack of affordable housing, and recent tech layoffs may be discouraging immigrants. New Delhi: Sweden is witnessing an unprecedented exodus of Indian immigrants, reversing a decades-long trend that has seen

Diaspora Indian-origin woman faces racism at Albanian music fest

New Delhi: An Indian-origin doctor shared a disturbing experience of racial discrimination she faced while attending a music festival in Albania in southeastern Europe. In a video, which went viral, Pranoti Kshirsagar described how a

Diaspora do-not-miss Indo-Canadian MP discusses bilateral ties with PM Modi

Lawmaker Chandra Arya, who hails from Karnataka, has been a staunch supporter of close ties between India and Canada. New Delhi: Canada's Indian-origin Member of Parliament Chandra Arya met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his

religion Headline: Celebrating Janmashtami with gaiety and religious fervor

The celebration of Janmashtami, marking the birth of Lord Krishna, is a vibrant affair that unites devotees from various regions, each adding their unique customs to the festivities. On August 26, devotees flocked to temples

new-york "The Great Elephant Migration" journeys to NYC: 106 life-sized sculptures to descend upon Meatpacking District this September

The Great Elephant Migration Marks one of the Largest Outdoor Installations in New York City since Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s The Gates in 2005  The Installation Aims to Raise Awareness and Money for Conservation Efforts Around the

holistic-life Sitting posture is very important in pranayama

By Atul Vyas It needs to be stable so that minimum effort is required to maintain it. It should also be comfortable, so that it can be maintained with mind free from distractions arising from physical

holistic-life Paryushan: A festival of self-renewal

The real purpose of Paryushan is to purify our soul by observing and correcting our own faults, asking for forgiveness for the mistakes we have committed, and taking vows to minimize our faults By Pradip Jain A

lifestyle Kyan Patel: First of a Kind

By Aarna Patel  When someone says “Patel,” a lot of things come to my mind: hotels, Patel Brothers grocery store, maybe doctors or lawyers—but an artist? That’s not something you see every day.  Kyan Patel is a

humour Be Healthy: Don't Overdose on Coffee or Tea

I drink two cups of tea or coffee every day—usually coffee in the morning and tea in the afternoon. I drink them mostly for taste, not as a stimulant, except on days when I’m sleep-deprived,

lifestyle Celebrating India Day in Hicksville: A Colorful Display of Culture and Unity

By Krishiv Shah The 78th anniversary of India’s independence was celebrated in Hicksville, Long Island, with the 13th India Day Parade. The event offered free admission and food, making it a vibrant and inclusive celebration that

Anuvrat-Movement In a world desperate for peace, begin with your plate

By Juliana Di Leonardo As creatures of habit, humans find great comfort in knowing what to expect with each season throughout the year. Springtime brings us showers to bring about flowers, summer brings the heat and

Spiritual-Awareness Raksha Bandhan: Origin and Divine Protection

On Shravan Sud Punam, typically in mid-August, Hindus celebrate Raksha Bandhan, a festival that honors the sacred bond of love and duty between siblings. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi—a symbolic protective thread—around their

entertainment do-not-miss SRK, Karan Johar to host IIFA 2024

The International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2024 is set to return to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, from September 27th to 29th, celebrating the cinematic excellence of Indian cinema across five iconic industries. This marks

entertainment 'Stree 2' enters Rs 400 crore club in India

The horror-comedy 'Stree 2', starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has soared to unprecedented heights at the box office, cementing its status as an all-time blockbuster. The film is now eyeing the title of an

entertainment Raj Kapoor's 'Awara' to be screened in Toronto

The film revolves around a poor young man named Raj who joins a criminal gang to support his mother. Legendary actor Raj Kapoor's 1951 classic film 'Awara' will be screened at the 49th Toronto Film Festival

entertainment Priyanka Chopra working on next Bollywood project?

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entertainment Deepika Padukone continues to be numero uno actress

Deepika Padukone has once again solidified her position as India's top actress. According to India Today's Mood of the Nation survey, Deepika is the most popular actress. This marks her second consecutive win, following her

entertainment Hema Committee report should be probed, strong action should be taken: Prithviraj

Three-time Kerala State Film Best Actor award winner Prithviraj sought a probe into the findings of the Hema Committee report on the conditions and sexual exploitation of women in the Malayalam film industry and "strong"

entertainment Nawazuddin considered for roles previously offered to Irrfan: Report

In a notable shift within the Indian film industry, Nawazuddin Siddiqui is emerging as a potential successor to the late, revered actor Irrfan Khan. This change in casting dynamics highlights Siddiqui’s growing prominence and the

entertainment Top actors who entered politics

>> Kangana Ranaut | BJP MP representing Himachal Pradesh's Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. >> Jaya Bachchan | Samajwadi Party MP in Rajya Sabha. >> Hema Malini | BJP MP representing Uttar Pradesh's Mathura Lok Sabha constituency. >> Thalapathy

OP-ED PM Modi’s Kyiv visit shows how India has grown as a global power

By Shubham Ghosh India’s foreign policy has come of age under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his visit to the war-ravaged nation of Ukraine on August 23 has made it evident once again. The Indian PM

OP-ED Pakistan sliding down the IMF slope

By Vipul Tamhane Pakistan has faced a tumultuous relationship with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), often dubbed an "IMF addict" due to its withdrawal effects. This contrasts with South Asian nations like India, Sri Lanka, and

columns Solo aging: Compulsion or wish?

Living alone in one's senior years has become a fast-growing trend in the United States and around the globe. Many seniors value their independence and prefer to manage their lives without interference. By Himanshu Rath Solo aging,

new-york do-not-miss FIA hosts unforgettable 42nd India Day Parade in New York City

New York City came alive on Sunday as the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) hosted the world’s largest annual India Day Parade, honoring India’s Independence Day. This year marked the 42nd celebration, drawing thousands of

local-govt. do-not-miss It's back to school time: Physicals, flu shots and other vaccinations essential for healthy school year

NYC Health + Hospitals offers comprehensive pediatric and adolescent health services Appointments are available citywide at little or no cost by calling 844-NYC-4NYC   New York, NY – August 21, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today reminded parents

local-govt. do-not-miss Mayor Adams announces largest civil rights settlement in city history

City secures 850 apartments for voucher holders and imposes $1 million in civil penalties in landmark settlement exposing discriminatory and exclusionary practices by property management company and landlord  NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT and TLC unveil next phase of public EV fast charging in the Bronx and Brooklyn

To meet growing demand, new fast charges to come up to NYC DOT Municipal Parking Fields at White Plains Road and in Bensonhurst NEW YORK – With more New Yorkers transitioning to electric vehicles, New York

Diaspora Indian-American Lauding Dr Urmilesh Arya’s lifetime of service in the US and India

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e-paper August 24-30, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 18

WORLD Modi pitches for peace in Ukraine

As PM Narendra Modi embarked on a historic Ukraine visit, analysts said he could play a role in pushing Kyiv and Moscow towards talks, as India’s non-alignment approach to geopolitics has served it well for

new-york 42nd India Day Parade

The 42nd India Day Parade, organized by the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of NY-NJ-CT-NE, celebrated India's 78th Independence Day. It showcased vibrant floats, representing India's diverse communities, including a grand 18x9x8 foot replica of

USA Is America ready for new chapter with Kamala Harris?

Washington: Kamala Harris, who accepted the Democratic nomination for President, said that now is the time to chart a new way forward — to build an America where everyone's work is rewarded and talents are

USA NY gears up to welcome NaMo

New York: As the United States prepares to elect its new President, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the Indian-American community at a major diaspora event on Long Island on September 22.

India India, Poland agree to elevate ties to 'strategic partnership'

Warsaw: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held "constructive discussions" with his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk, and the two leaders agreed to strengthen and elevate their ties to a strategic partnership as they exchanged views on regional

India Rajnath Singh on 4-day US visit for high-level defense talks

The visit underscores the deepening military-to-military relationship between India and the US, which both nations view as crucial for stability in the Indo-Pacific region. New Delhi: Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is embarking on an official

India do-not-miss 26/11 terror attack: India in touch with US for Rana's early extradition

A US court recently ruled that Tahawwur Rana, wanted for 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, may be extradited to India. New Delhi: The government is in touch with President Joe Biden’s administration in Washington DC for early

newyork-state NYC is Mumbai of America, Dilip Chauhan at Garje Marathi Excellence Summit 2024

New Jersey: The Garje Marathi Excellence Summit 2024, hosted at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, left an indelible mark on participants from across the globe. This two-day event, designed to empower professionals, entrepreneurs

newyork-state Massive 90-foot-tall Hanuman pratima unveiled at Pran Pratishtha ceremony

Houston, Tx: On August 18, a massive 90-foot-tall murti of Lord Hanuman was unveiled at a Pran Pratishtha ceremony here.   Named the 'Statue of Union,' it is the "embodiment of strength, devotion, and selfless service,"

newyork-state do-not-miss Congressional award to Varinder Bhalla recognizes four decades of community service

New York: In recognition of his extensive contributions to both the United States and India, Representative Tom Suozzi has awarded Varinder Bhalla a Special Congressional Award, acknowledging his four decades of dedicated community service. The

newyork-state do-not-miss Mindy Kaling endorses Kamala Harris at DNC

New York: Indian-American television star Mindy Kaling served as one of the hosts at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago.  On the third night of the Democratic National Convention, actress and producer Mindy Kaling captivated

newyork-state do-not-miss Jenifer Rajkumar launches campaign for NYC controller

New York State Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar has announced that she is running for New York City controller in 2025.  According to The New York Daily News, Rajkumar made the announcement with the launch of her campaign

Diaspora IACFNJ celebrates India's 78th Independence Day with colorful event in South Brunswick 

More than 350 attendees gathered for a vibrant celebration of India's 78th Independence Day, hosted by the Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central Jersey (IACFNJ) on August 17, 2024. The festivities, held at the Shree Swaminarayan

new-york Queens India Day Parade: Floral Park Hillside Avenue drenched in Tricolor

New York: The 9th India Day Parade was organized under the auspices of the Floral Park – Bellerose Indian Merchants Association (F-BIMA) on the 78th Indian Independence Day, the celebration was colorful with the tricolors

Diaspora India's 78th I-Day: Connecticut General Assembly honors India and Indian Americans

New York: The Connecticut Chapter of the Global Organization (GOPIO-CT) had a highly successful celebration of India’s 78th Independence Day on August 11th with flag hoisting at the Stamford Government Center, a ceremony with elected

Diaspora Naperville Councilman Ian Holzhauer joins India Day celebration

Naperville, IL: Naperville City Councilman Ian Holzhauer attended the 10th India Day parade and celebration held in Naperville, Illinois,this past weekend. He remains a strong advocate for a close relationship between Naperville and its growing

USA INDIA DAY USA

Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates flagged off the first India Day celebrations in Greater Seattle area as Guest of Honor of the Consulate General of India. Gates, addressing over 2,000 members of the Indian-American community

India India likely to begin population census in Sept: Report

New Delhi: India is likely to begin conducting a long-delayed population census in September, two government sources said, reports Reuters. India's once-a-decade census was due to be completed in 2021 but was delayed because of

India Kolkata doc murder: CBI submits status report in SC

Kolkata: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) submitted its status report to the Supreme Court on August 22 on the progress of the investigation into the rape and murder of a woman doctor in state-run

India Poll panel issues notification for first phase of polls in J&K

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India has issued notification for the first phase of the three-phased assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir in which 24 segments will go to polls on September 18. With

Diaspora do-not-miss Jaishankar hails Indian community in Kuwait

Dubai: Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar interacted with the Indian community in Kuwait and representatives of various professional and community associations. Jaishankar commended their achievements and contributions to relations between India and Kuwait. The Ministry of External

Diaspora do-not-miss Indian students in UK protest against Kolkata rape-murder case

London: In response to the recent rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, a UK-based group of Indian students organized protests in Londin and Scotland, submitting a memorandum to the Indian mission in

Diaspora do-not-miss PM Modi hails diaspora’s role in boosting bilateral ties

Warsaw: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Poland and thanked everyone who arrived in Warsaw from different parts of the central European nation to accord him a grand welcome.  "This scene is extraordinary.

USA do-not-miss Elon Musk willing to serve the US under Donald Trump

San Francisco: Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said he is willing to serve the country after the US presidential candidate Donald Trump stated that he will consider the tech billionaire for a cabinet role

USA US ready for new chapter with Kamala Harris, says Obama

Washington: Former US President Barack Obama said the US is ready for a new chapter with Kamala Harris in the lead role, as he addressed the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago this week. "The US

USA Biden hands Harris the torch, Hillary gives her glass-ceiling challenge

Washington: The US President Joe Biden Biden passed the torch to his deputy and Democratic nominee for President Kamala Harris on the first day of the party convention with a forceful pitch for a Democratic

sports Border-Gavaskar Trophy to be a great series: Matthew Hayden

Mumbai: Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden said this year’s five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting from November 22 in Perth, has all the makings of a great and unbelievable series. Australia have not won the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in

sports do-not-miss PM Modi wishes Indian contingent for Paris Paralympic Games

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually interacted with the members of the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris starting August 28, and wished that they would help keep the Indian flag

sports ICC shifts Women's T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to UAE

New Delhi: The highly-anticipated ninth edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup will now take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) continuing to host the event. The ICC

sports Jay Shah to replace Greg Barclay as ICC Chairman: Report

New Delhi: Jay Shah is one of the most powerful people in cricket and his tenure as BCCI General Secretary Jay Shah has seen India further establish their grip as the most powerful board in

subcontinent do-not-miss Over 700,000 Sri Lankans to cast postal votes for presidential election

Colombo: A total of 712,321 persons have qualified to cast postal votes for the presidential election on September 21, Sri Lanka's Commissioner General of Elections Saman Sri Rathnayake said. Addressing a press conference, Rathnayake said

subcontinent do-not-miss Taliban dismiss over 280 men without beards from security forces

Kabul: As many as 281 members of the security forces in Afghanistan were dismissed by the Taliban's Ministry for the Prevention of Vice and Propagation of Virtue after they failed to grow a beard. These

subcontinent do-not-miss Pakistan successfully conducts training launch of Shaheen-II missile

Islamabad: Pakistan successfully conducted a training launch of its surface-to-surface ballistic missile Shaheen-II this week, said the country's military. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, said in a statement

subcontinent do-not-miss BNP asks India to extradite Hasina to Bangladesh

Dhaka: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has asked India to extradite ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh and let her face trial in the country. The party's Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir alleged that

health Monkey Pox: New Global disease of concern

By Dr.Akshat Jain The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently declared monkeypox a global epidemic, emphasizing the need for immediate action and send a global alert for this disease that may reach international proportions. This declaration

entertainment Actress Nushrat Bharucha dazzles at Dubai fashion show

Bollywood actress Nushrat Bharucha dazzled on the runway in Dubai, illuminating designer Archana Kochhar's showcase with her radiant presence. The showcase unveiled Kochhar's latest collection, "Midnight Ebony". Inspired by the opulent glamor of handcrafted embroidery

entertainment Kareena Kapoor turns detective in 'The Buckingham Murders'

The makers of Kareena Kapoor Khan-starrer 'The Buckingham Murders' unveiled the teaser of the movie this week, promising a gripping narrative. The less-than-a-minute teaser features the actress as Jasmeet Bhamra, a British-Indian detective who has

entertainment 'Malayalam film industry ruled by mafia': Report

The Justice K Hema Committee report on the condition of women in the Malayalam film industry, which was finally released this week, said that the male-dominated industry is ruled by a "mafia", which includes some

entertainment Biopic on former cricketer Yuvraj Singh announced

A Bollywood movie about Yuvraj Singh's life, focusing on his cricket achievements and personal struggles, is in the works. Bhushan Kumar and Ravi Bhagchandka are teaming up to produce this biopic. The movie will showcase Yuvraj

new-york NYC Health+Hospitals partners with Firstline to promote appropriate use of antibiotics

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has called antimicrobial resistance one of the world’s greatest threats to public health New York, NY – August 20, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced a partnership with

arts-culture Celebrating the eternal bond of protection

Heartwarming moments of love were witnessed across India as brothers and sisters came together to celebrate the traditional Raksha Bandhan festival, commonly known as Rakhi, on August 19. With prayers for good health and long

WORLD do-not-miss Azerbaijan applies for BRICS membership

Baku: Azerbaijan has formally applied to join the BRICS group, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has announced. The bid follows Azerbaijan's expression of interest at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Astana in early July this

WORLD Zelensky says Ukraine controls 92 settlements in Russia

Kyiv: The Ukrainian army has taken control of 92 settlements in western Russia's Kursk region, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Ukrainian troops have seized more than 1,250 square km of Russian territory, Zelensky said on

WORLD Israeli PM accepts US proposal on hostage deal

Jerusalem: Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to the American 'bridging proposal' on the release of hostages after a three-hour meeting with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Jerusalem. "The Prime Minister

business do-not-miss Banks must monitor gap between credit and deposit growth: RBI Governor

New Delhi: Banks need to carefully monitor the persistent gap between credit and deposit growth because it could become a challenge, leading to liquidity issues, Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das told a local

business do-not-miss Indian firms poised to invest $45-50 billion a year amid rising profits

New Delhi: Indian companies are expected to allocate $45–50 billion annually for capital expenditure over the next two years as the investment cycle picks up momentum on the back of robust corporate earnings, according to

business do-not-miss Barclays' Chief Economist predicts resilient US economy

New York: The US economy remains resilient despite a slowdown in growth, according to Marc Giannoni, Chief US Economist at Barclays. The US Federal Reserve is expected to implement three rate cuts of 25 basis

business do-not-miss India records 26% jump in FDI flows in April-June

Mumbai: The gross foreign direct investment (FDI) flowing into the Indian economy has surged by 26.4 per cent to $22.5 billion during the April-June quarter of the current financial year compared to the same quarter

Anuvrat-Movement Never look the other way when someone needs help

By John Di Leonardo Every day I get upwards of a hundred calls about injured, abandoned, or abused animals. Most of the time, callers want me or a member of my organization to rescue the animals

Spiritual-Awareness Spiritual Lessons from the Stars

By Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj When we look up at the night sky and think about how far away all the stars and planets appear, we may feel small and alone. The universe is so

humour Revenge of the cat ladies

When Meena heard that Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance had once said that “childless cat ladies” were running the country and trying to make everyone as miserable as they were, she immediately thought of one

lifestyle An Indian-American’s mission on ending caste-based discrimination: Operation Mooknayak

By Krishiv Shah The Indian caste system initially was a concept I had learned in my 6th-grade social studies class, about how there was a rigid divide between Brahmins (priests), Kshatriyas (warriors), Vaishyas (traders/merchants), Shudras (laborers),

entertainment BOLLYWOOD BOX OFFICE

STREE 2 crossed the Rs 200 crore milestone in India within the first five days of its release. It collected Rs 8.5 crore from its preview shows, Rs 51.8 crore on day 1, Rs 31.4

entertainment Kajol's Raksha Bandhan message: "Let’s teach our sons to be better"

Bollywood actress Kajol shared a heartfelt message on Raksha Bandhan, a festival symbolizing the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters. She shared an endearing photo of her children, Nysa and Yug, playfully engaged in a

entertainment 'Bollywood people are stupid, dumb': Kangana Ranaut

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, who is known for her blunt nature and not mincing her words when it comes to exposing what happens in the bylanes of Bollywood, said people in the industry are "stupid"

entertainment 'Chandu Champion', '12th Fail' win top honors at IFFM 2024

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, which concludes on August 25, features a diverse range of films that showcase the rich tapestry of Indian cinema. Kartik Aaryan-starrer 'Chandu Champion' and Vikrant Massey’s '12th Fail' won the

local-govt. NYC DOT launches incentive program to reduce truck deliveries during busiest hours

Businesses can apply now for one-time monetary reimbursement to help switch deliveries to nighttime hours NYC DOT aims to shift 62,000 daily trucks to off-hour deliveries by 2040, making our streets safer and more

local-govt. The EITC: Helping Working Families Afford to Live in the Greatest City in the World

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC,  August 19, 2024 Working people and families make life in our city possible. Their work and contributions in every sector — from public safety to business, hospitality, health care, and more,

new-york do-not-miss Faux Pas: Mayor Adams refers to India as Pakistan thrice during Queens I-Day speech, apologizes

New York City Mayor Eric Adams mistakenly referred 'India' as 'Pakistan' thrice during an Independence Day celebration in Queens.  Adams made the faux pas while addressing members of the Indian-American community at the Queens 9th India

new-york do-not-miss Cristina Contreras and Julian John appointed NYC Health+Hospitals' CEOs

New York, NY – August 15, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced the appointment of Cristina Contreras, LMSW, MPA, FABC as the CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and Julian John, MPA as CEO

new-york do-not-miss Sidewalk sheds and scaffoldings cost Manhattan businesses nearly $4000 and $9500 monthly

New York City Mayor Eric Adams released a new study — commissioned by New York City and conducted in cooperation with Mastercard — exploring how sidewalk sheds and scaffolding negatively impact Manhattan businesses. Evaluating aggregated

local-govt. Governor Hochul announces $27.5 M for expansion of maternal and pediatric healthcare at Elmhurst Hospital

New York’s first-in-the-nation paid prenatal leave policy to take effect January 1 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State will invest $27.5 million to expand maternal and pediatric healthcare facilities at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens.

Indian-American FIA hosts flag-hoisting ceremony for India's 78th Independence Day at Times Square

The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of NY-NJ-CT-NE celebrated India’s 78th Independence Day with a flag-hoisting ceremony at Times Square on August 15, 2024. Thousands gathered to honor the sacrifices made for India’s freedom, chanting

arts-culture Reviewing India’s security alliances this Raksha Bandhan

India's security alliances, like the concept of Raksha Bandhan, symbolize mutual protection and care, embodying principles of global support, trust, and safety. By Vipul Tamhane The tradition of Raksha Bandhan has ancient roots, with references in sacred

India do-not-miss Rahul’s LS performance paves way for targeted attack on BJP’s vulnerabilities

By K S Tomar Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has emerged as a pivotal force in the recently concluded Monsoon Session of Parliament, drawing significant attention with his revitalized energy and calculated manoeuvres as the Leader of

India do-not-miss Decoding CM Mamata Banerjee’s bizarre ‘protest’

By Shubham Ghosh Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal state, has a brilliant knack for hijacking any political movement, whether as an opposition leader or an administrator. She did it no differently in the

U-S-A-National do-not-miss AAPI President Dr. Satheesh Kathula condemns violence against physicians in India

“At AAPI, we want to express our deepest concerns and anguish about the recent horrific rape and murder of a postgraduate medical student in what should have been a haven for her — a State-run

new-york Mayor Adams delivers remarks at flag-raising ceremony for India

Transcript: Mayor Eric Adams: …over and over again. You know, New York City is the New Delhi of America. We have one of the largest Indian populations. And I recall in my trip to India, and

India Viksit Bharat@2047 roar from Red Fort

New Delhi: The 98-minute Independence Day address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort — his 11th in a row — left millions of people in India and abroad super hopeful

do-not-miss PM Modi to enthrall diaspora on LI next month

New York: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a mass meeting with the Indian diaspora when he visits the city next month for the annual United Nations summit. The meeting is likely to

new-york All roads lead to India Day Parade in New York

New York: The Indian American community is palpably excited about the 42nd India Day Parade, which the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA-Tristate) is organizing in Manhattan on August 18. Hundreds of thousands of India lovers

do-not-miss Message from the Publisher

Dear Friends, a very warm and heartiest congratulations on the 77th anniversary of India's independence that paves the way for ‘Viksit Bharat’. On this occasion, let us remember that India is also celebrating the 75th anniversary

new-york India Day in New York

The Iconic World Trade Center building, tallest building in the United States of America in New York was lit up in tricolors in celebration of the 78th Independence Day of India. An initiative of the

USA SBA partners with Indian government to promote American small businesses globally 

MOU builds on President Biden and PM Modi’s priority of empowering entrepreneurs   New Delhi: Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s

Diaspora India Day in USA

Ambassador Shri Vinay Kwatra hoisted the tricolor at India House in Washington, DC. Members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India participated in the ceremony. The program included a special Bharatnatyam performance on Jayate

e-paper August 17-23, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 17

entertainment Shilpa Shetty celebrates Independence Day with BSF jawans

Actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra, who recently essayed the role of Special Cell Chief Tara Shetty in the streaming series ‘Indian Police Force’, is celebrating the 78th Independence Day with the men who are on the

entertainment 'Let's keep building a stronger, brighter nation together': Ayushmann Khurrana

Celebrating India's 78 years of Independence, Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana urged people across the country to work towards building a stronger and brighter nation together. In a post shared on Instagram on August 15, the

entertainment ‘May our flag always fly high’: B-Town extends I-Day wishes

With messages filled with hope and pride, several Bollywood actors, including Akshay Kumar, Allu Arjun, Priyanka Chopra, and Suniel Shetty, took to their social media handles to extend Independence Day wishes to their fans and

entertainment Ricky Kej’s rendition of national anthem sets Guinness world record

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India 140 crore Indians to help build Viksit Bharat: PM Modi

If 40 crore Indians can break the shackles of slavery in 1947, 140 crore citizens can help build a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, when we celebrate the 100th year of Independence, says Prime Minister Narendra

India do-not-miss CM Revanth hopes for positive outcome to talks with Naidu

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said that his government is hoping for a positive outcome to the talks held recently with his Andhra Pradesh counterpart Chandrababu Naidu on pending bifurcation-related issues.   In his speech

India do-not-miss Will overcome Wayanad tragedy, says Kerala CM

Thiruvananthapuram: In his Independence Day speech, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan mentioned the July 30 Wayanad landslide disaster, the worst-ever tragedy to hit the state, and said all have to overcome grief and march forward.  CM Vijayan

India do-not-miss Modi meets India's Paris Olympic contingent

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and greeted the Indian athletes and medal winners of the recently concluded Paris Olympics at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in the national capital on Independence Day. PM

India do-not-miss US-India ties stronger than ever before: Blinken

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended his congratulations to India on its 78th Independence Day, emphasising the strength of India-US bilateral cooperation in a statement released on Thursday.  "On this momentous day, we

USA Grand 10-day Sri Ganesha Chaturthi fest at Hindu Temple Society of NA 

Once again it is that time of the year to celebrate the biggest annual 10-day festival of the Hindu Temple Society of NA - Sri Ganesha Chaturthi. The colorful celebrations begin Friday, August 30th and

USA do-not-miss Vijay Vishwa – Grand Marshall, Hillside India Day Parade 

The Hillside India Day Parade will have Vijay Vishwa (formerly known as Abi Saravanan) an Indian actor as Grand Marshall, who has appeared in Tamil and Malayalam language films.   He has acted in films including

USA Columbia University President quits 4 months after Gaza war campus protests

New York: Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned on Wednesday, nearly four months after the Ivy League university's handling of campus protests over Israel's war in Gaza was criticized by pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian sides alike.  "It

USA In touch with India over Bangladesh political crisis: US State Department

Washington: The United States is in touch with India and other countries in the region regarding the situation in Bangladesh and is seeking an end to the violence there, a State Department official has said.  "I'm

USA do-not-miss Trump speaks with Netanyahu over Gaza truce: Report

Washington, DC: Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday and discussed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, Axios reported, citing two US sources.  One source

USA do-not-miss Blinken wishes India on Independence Day, highlights strong US-India bond

Washington, DC: Predicting a bright future for the US-India strategic relations, Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that the two countries share a deep bond, which is founded on their shared commitment to democracy,

USA do-not-miss Kamala Harris ahead in 6 of 7 battleground states, tightens race against Trump say report

Washington, DC: A series of polls have shown that Vice President Kamala Harris is surging ahead of former President Donald Trump in key battleground states.   According to a Cook Political Report survey, Harris holds an

India do-not-miss I-Day functions conclude peacefully in J&K

Srinagar: The main 78th Independence Day function concluded at the Bakshi Stadium in J&K’s Srinagar city smoothly and peacefully despite incessant rain.  Reports from the other 19 district headquarters of the union territory also said that

India do-not-miss Northeast’s tallest tricolor hoisted in Manipur’s Moirang

Imphal: On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day, the tallest flag in the northeast region was hoisted at the INA headquarters complex in Manipur's Moirang, where on April 14, 1944, the Indian National Army

India do-not-miss Punjab Governor announces award for border defence committees

Chandigarh: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria announced to give Rs 36 lakh annual award money from his discretionary quota to the first three best border village-level defence committees in six border districts, sharing boundary with

India do-not-miss Guarantee schemes to continue to help beneficiaries: CM Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru: Putting an end to speculation over the revision of guarantee schemes, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the welfare programs would continue and the Congress government was all set to make innovations to help

India Indian-Community Indians world over mark I-Day with patriotic fervor

Indians across the world enthusiastically celebrated India’s 78th Independence Day, exchanging greetings, singing the national anthem and patriotic songs, and planting trees. Here are some glimpses... The vibrant Indian community in Australia gathered at the High

India Tricolor unfurls amid rose petal shower

From ways and means to achieve the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ goal to reforms brought about by the BJP-led NDA government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid out a roadmap for the country for the coming

India Modi's I-Day speech longest ever by an Indian PM

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech at 98 minutes from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort.  This was the second record that he set with his 11th consecutive address.

India Work towards ease of living in 'mission mode'

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a cross-party appeal on all levels of governance — from panchayats to the Central government — on working together to improve ease of living in a "mission

India India on way to become world’s third-largest economy: PM Modi

New Delhi: As 140 crore Indians collectively work towards creating a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, the country is on its way to become the third-largest economy with big reforms across sectors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi

India do-not-miss Ram Lalla sculptor, family members denied US visa

New Delhi: The US Consulate in Chennai has denied visa to well-known sculptor Arun Yogiraj and his family members from Karnataka's Mysuru, IANS news agency reported. Yogiraj gained widespread attention and applause for sculpting Ram

India do-not-miss Kolkata doc's case: CM Mamata says CBI must complete probe by Aug 18

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee demanded the CBI to complete the investigation into the rape and murder of a junior doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata last

India India’s achievements under PM Modi have surprised world: Amit Shah

Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the government's achievements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi have “surprised the entire world", as he flagged off the ‘Tiranga Yatra’ here and called upon the youth to

India ‘Observing constitutional ideals to ensure India's place on world map’

Remaining firm on the Constitutional ideals of justice, equality, liberty and fraternity, we are on the mission to enable India to reclaim its rightful position on the global stage, says President Droupadi Murmu On August 15,

India do-not-miss From bike rallies to yatras - the Tiranga unites us all

In the run-up to the 78th Independence Day, the "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign was relaunched this month, inviting every Indian to bring the Tricolor into their homes and proudly hoist it in celebration of their

subcontinent Afghan Taliban call for peace 3 years after US withdrawal

Kabul: Afghan caretaker government's Acting Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund called for efforts to maintain peace and security in Afghanistan and to rebuild the war-torn central Asian country, a statement released by his office

subcontinent Bangladesh's ex-PM Hasina issues 'first statement' after ouster

New Delhi/Dhaka: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in India after the fall of her government following a mass uprising, has demanded an investigation into the killings, vandalism, and arson carried out

subcontinent do-not-miss Pakistan arrests ex-ISI chief who went to Kabul after Taliban takeover

Faiz Hameed is accused of engaging in questionable activities after retirement. This makes him the third senior officer to face arrest under the current leadership in Pakistan. Rawalpindi: In an unprecedented move by Pakistan’s powerful military

WORLD Thailand PM Thavisin dismissed over breach of ethics

The real estate mogul entered the Thai political landscape only last year. Bangkok: Thailand's Constitutional Court has dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office over breach of ethics for appointing a former lawyer to his cabinet

WORLD Japan PM Kishida to step down, won't seek re-election: Report

The PM's decision to step down comes at a time when the country faces significant challenges both domestically and internationally. Tokyo: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has said he will not run in the ruling Liberal

WORLD Over 1,000 arrested in UK over violent rioting

London: More than 1,000 people have been arrested by the UK Police in connection with the riots involving violence, arson and looting as well as racist attacks that took place over the last two weeks

WORLD do-not-miss Iran rejects European leaders’ call to refrain from any retaliatory attacks

New York: Iran has rejected a call by three European countries asking it to refrain from any retaliatory attacks that would further escalate regional tensions. Nasser Kanaani, spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran,

new-york do-not-miss India Association of Long Island donates new T-shirts for needy kids

Hicksville, NY – August 6, 2024 – The India Association of Long Island (IALI) has given over 1500 new T-shirts for needy kids just before the start of the school year. The project of IALI

Indian-American Senator Cory Booker visits Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy

Red Bank, NJ – August 12, 2024: Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy (RSCP) had the honor of hosting Senator Cory Booker on August 11. The visit provided Senator Booker with the opportunity to witness firsthand the crucial

WORLD Swaminarayan Sampradaya's Akshar-Purushottam Darshan presented at 25th World Congress of Philosophy in Rome

With the blessings and guidance of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, Akshar-Purushottam Darshan – a classical philosophical school of thought and practice of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya – was presented and warmly received at the 25th

new-york do-not-miss Congressional award to Varinder Bhalla recognizes four decades of community service

In recognition of his extensive contributions to both the United States and India, Representative Tom Suozzi has awarded Varinder Bhalla a Special Congressional Award, acknowledging his four decades of dedicated community service. The Honor includes

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT releases limited batch authentic Cornelia Street signs to mark Greenwich Village's pop music prominence

Customers Will Have to Tap Into Their Ticket Buying Skills and Move Swiftly To Secure a Genuine Limited-Edition Sign; Available for the First Time in Two Variants, Historic District Brown, and Sunset Pink. NEW YORK –

local-govt. LaLota leads bipartisan bill to prevent Medicaid cuts to New York Hospitals

Washington, DC: Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) and Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-Brooklyn), joined by Reps. Larry Bucshon, M.D. (R-IN), Doris Matsui (D-CA), Mike Lawler (R-NY), and Frank Mrvan (D-IN), introduced the bipartisan Save Our Safety-Net

entertainment B-Town actors who redefined patriotism

AAMIR KHAN He played the role of Daljit 'DJ' Singh in the film who, along with his friends, challenged corrupt political leaders in the country. He also starred as Mangal Pandey, a leading revolutionary in the

entertainment I-Day movie mania! 15 releases lined up for August 15

Independence Day is turning out to be a cinematic celebration for film buffs with a record 15 diverse array of films hitting the theaters. Whether you're a fan of action-packed thrillers, family comedies, or intense

local-govt. Mayor Adams appoints Robert Tucker as 35th Fire Commissioner of FDNY

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of, and swore in, Robert S. Tucker, Esq. as the 35th commissioner of the Fire Department of the City of New York

Spiritual-Awareness Meditation and human unity

By Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj  The benefits of meditation are manifold. Research shows that meditation enhances our physical and mental well-being; it reduces stress-related illnesses, strengthens our mental capabilities, and improves our relationships. The most

Spiritual-Awareness Remembering Pramukh Swami Maharaj

Pramukh Swami Maharaj passed away eight years ago on August 13, 2016.  He was a peaceful, humble, and spiritual personality—a rare soul who lived selflessly for others while maintaining a constant connection with God. Revered

sports do-not-miss USA pips China to claim top spot; India finishes 71st

Paris: The United States of America (USA) emerged victorious atop the medal table at the Paris Olympics, narrowly edging out arch-rivals China in a dramatic final day of competition. The race for supremacy came down

sports do-not-miss Tom Cruise sets the stage for Los Angeles Olympics

Los Angeles: Hollywood star Tom Cruise lent the Paris Olympics closing ceremony a Hollywood texture as he dove off the top of the Stade de France to mark the handover from the Paris Olympics to

India India Post’s befitting tribute to Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir

Philosophy and morality are closely intertwined in Indian life. “Dharma” is the Indian word meaning morals and ethics. The word “dharma” derives from the root “dhr,” which means to hold. Dharma, therefore, serves to maintain

India Notes from a young Indian: What freedom in 2024 means

By Saisha Arora "To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” This quote by Nelson Mandela effectively sums up

India Freedom: The varied dynamics

Freedom is all about having choices: to feel free from within, free to select a path, and have equal opportunities that assist in constructing a purposeful and meaningful life By Dr Kirti Shekhawat Morning walks are associated

new-york do-not-miss Hate-filled bigots target 42nd Annual India Day Parade NYC for including Ram Mandir float

By Ankur Vaidya, Chairman,  Federation of Indian Associations NY-NJ-CT-NE  As a five-decade-old, 100% volunteer-run non-profit, we find ourselves under heavy scrutiny for organizing a peaceful community celebration that our dedicated volunteers have worked tirelessly to prepare. This

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Dr Satheesh Kathula and team commit to take AAPI to newer heights

Chicago, IL: August 11, 2024: “I’m very honored and consider myself fortunate to be bestowed with the responsibility of leading the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), the four-decades-old strong and largest ethnic

OP-ED local-govt. Community Partnerships for Quality of Life

By Mayor Eric Adams August 12, 2024 Earlier in June, the Lower East Side and New York City was shocked by an egregious outburst of violence when a person with severe mental illness stabbed three-people on 14th

India India’s contribution to the world is civilizational

To celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day,  ALotusInTheMud.com invited comments from some eminent people appreciating India’s contribution to the world and its role, which has taken center stage in recent years.   By Parveen Chopra Kamala Harris, Usha

India India emerging superpower of 21st century

Major global players see India becoming superpower soon as nation is on the way to become the third largest economy Driven by the government's production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes, robust local manufacturing towards becoming a supply chain

new-york ROAR celebrates 8th annual Teej Mahotsav

Rajasthani Organization of American Residents (ROAR) and Jhoom Events celebrated the 8th Annual Rajasthani Teej Mahotsav on 9th August 2024 in Royal Alberts Palace, Edison, in a very grand and elaborated way under the leadership

India All stamped: Journey of the Indian National Flag

The National Flag of India, commonly known as Tiranga, represents the hope and aspirations of the people of India and is a symbol of our national pride. By Pragya Kothari The flag is a symbol of a

India Have we learned anything in the last 100 years?

From the Jallianwala Bagh massacre to countless acts of political violence and terrorism, both here and abroad, we see a disturbing pattern. Have we truly made progress, or are we doomed to repeat the same

India India at 78 in midst of regional chaos

By fostering stability and cooperation among its neighbors, India can create a more secure and prosperous regional order. By Vipul Tamhane It’s been 79 years since Nehru’s historic "Tryst with Destiny" speech, and India finds itself amidst

India Indian stock markets break all records

In the last 10 years or so, the Sensex has touched the 80,000-level from the 25,000 level due to political stability despite global upheavals Riding on political stability, overall economic growth, robust fiscal discipline and strong

India From 'Fragile Five' to 'Top Five' 

India's ascent from the 'Fragile Five' to the fastest-growing major economy has lessons for other developing countries By TSAT Team Apart from India taking the big leap from being among the ‘Fragile Five’ economies to the world's

local-govt. Brooklyn gets $50,000 ‘Community Baby Shower Fund’ 

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso on August 6, 2024 announced the creation of a $50,000 ‘Community Baby Shower Fund’ to support community-led baby showers for Brooklyn’s new and expecting parents. Brooklyn nonprofits hosting community baby

local-govt. NYC awards $4.4M in neighborhood revitalization grants 

New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Acting Commissioner Dynishal Gross announced that the city is awarding $4.4 million in grants to 25 organizations to support projects designed to revitalize commercial corridors and

local-govt. Over 1000 patients benefit from NYC Health+Hospitals’ ‘Housing for Health’ initiative

NYC Health + Hospitals on August 7, 2024 announced that over 1,200 patients and their families found housing through its Housing for Health initiative. Patients experiencing homelessness were referred to the program as part of

local-govt. NYC to get first-of-its-kind floating pool at Pier 35

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a step forward in demonstrating the feasibility of a filtered floating pool in New York City waters, which will be located at

local-govt. NYC gets community improvement coalition for better life on Manhattan's 14th Street

Coalition Includes NYPD, Homeless Services, Health, Sanitation, and Local Partners to Create a Cleaner, Safer, and More Vibrant Neighborhood $1 Million Mobile NYPD Command Center and Other Investments Secured as Part of Budget New York City Mayor

new-york Grand 10-day Sri Ganesha Chaturthi fest at Hindu Temple Society of NA

Once again it is that time of the year to celebrate the biggest annual 10-day festival of the Hindu Temple Society of NA - Sri Ganesha Chaturthi. The colorful celebrations begin Friday, August 30th and

local-govt. Street Homeless Advocacy Project: Mayor Adams, Norman Siegel celebrate major milestones

New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and veteran civil rights advocate and former executive director of the New York Civil Liberties Union Norman Siegel celebrated major milestones for the Street Homelessness Advocacy

new-york Meng, Ocasio-Cortez and Velazquez issue statement on interim Bangladeshi leader Mohammad Yunus

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (NY-06), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), and Nydia Velázquez (NY-07) issued the following statement after an interim government, led by Nobel Laureate Mohammad Yunus, was sworn in to restore peace

Local-Area-News Middlesex County’s E.A.R.T.H. Center to host annual Garden, Arts, and Music Festival

The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County will host its annual E.A.R.T.H. Center Garden, Arts, and Music Festival on Saturday, August 24, from 11 am to 4 pm at the E.A.R.T.H. Center, located in Davidson’s

new-york Air India’s Flagship A350 to Operate New York JFK and Newark Flights from this winter

• A350 ultra long-haul debut with New York JFK-Delhi flights from November 1, 2024 • Newark-Delhi flights to be served with A350 from January 2, 2025  • Choice of Premium Economy cabin to be available on A350

sports Neeraj Chopra is excellence personified: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised star athlete Neeraj Chopra for winning a silver medal in the men's javelin throw event in Paris on Thursday night and becoming the third Indian to claim medals

USA Trump seeks 3 presidential debates with Harris

Florida: In a rare news conference in Florida, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on August 8 that he would rather run against Vice President Kamala Harris than President Joe Biden, adding that he wants

WORLD Muhammad Yunus takes charge of turmoil-hit Bangladesh

Former PM Sheikh Hasina takes shelters in India after violent protests Rioters perpetrate targeted attacks on Hindus, vandalize Indian institutions Ro Khanna and Raja Krishnamoorthi call for an immediate end to ongoing violence against

India Paris Olympics: Neeraj clinches silver, hockey team gets bronze

Neeraj Chopra manages to win silver medal in Men's Javelin final; Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem wins gold Harmanpreet’s double goals, Sreejesh's saves help India bag hockey bronze Vinesh Phogat bids goodbye to wrestling after a

e-paper August 10-16, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 16

U-S-A-National do-not-miss South Asians for Harris congratulates Gov. Tim Walz

South Asians for Harris congratulates Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota on being chosen by Kamala Harris as the Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate. Shivanthi Sathanandan, South Asians for Harris' National Director of Battleground States and the first

U-S-A-National India’s Gaganyatri reaches US for space station training 

New York: Indian Air Force Group Captain and Indian Space Research Organization’s astronaut-candidate Shubhanshu Shukla, who has been selected as India’s Gaganyatri for the International Space Station (ISS) mission in partnership with NASA and US

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Gujarat born Amit Mehta is the man behind landmark Google antitrust ruling 

New York: Amit Mehta, an Indian-origin US judge, has handed Google a legal blow, ruling that the tech giant used exclusive agreements to make itself the “default” search engine and ad provider on devices, giving

U-S-A-National Bhutoria congratulates Harris for Vice President selection 

New York: Ajay Bhutoria, Deputy National Finance Chair, Harris for President, 2024 issued the following statement after Vice President Kamala Harris chose Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for elections. “I extend my heartfelt

Indian-American Indian American Impact Fund applauds Kamala Harris’ VP pick 

Washington, D.C: Indian American Impact Fund, a leading national civic and political organization for Indian and South Asian Americans, is thrilled to support Governor Tim Walz as Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate. This choice

U-S-A-National Congressman Krishnamoorthi condemns violence in Bangladesh, targeting of Hindus 

New York: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi issued the following statement in response to the recent violence in Bangladesh, including the targeting of Hindus:  “As Bangladesh prepares to swear in its interim government, I urge all government officials,

USA 'Shocking pick': Trump trashes Tim Walz as Harris' running mate

Washington: Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gave his first reaction to his opponent Kamala Harris picking Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate and said it was a shocking decision.

USA Harris shuts down Gaza protesters at Michigan rally

Washington: Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris slammed a group of people who interrupted her address at a rally in Michigan while they were protesting against the war in Gaza. The protesters repeatedly chanted "genocide" slogans

USA WHAT DO OPINION POLLS SAY?

>> According to the latest 538 polling average from ABC News, Kamala Harris commands 45.5% of voter support, while Donald Trump trails with 43.5%. >> An NPR/PBS News/Marist poll said Trump is doing better on the

USA Keeping Trump out of White House 'my life goal’: Pelosi

Washington: Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi made it clear that her primary objective is to prevent Donald Trump from becoming the president again as she reflected on the missed opportunity to disqualify the Republican candidate

India do-not-miss Waqf Bill tabled in LS; uproar over Vinesh Phogat's disqualification

New Delhi: The government introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha on August 8 with the Opposition labeling it as ‘divisive’, ‘anti-Muslim’, and ‘unconstitutional’. The Bill proposes significant changes to the 1995 law,

India Wayanad landslides

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi urged the Centre to declare the Wayanad landslides as a national disaster and enhance the compensation for the affected people in the Kerala district. The Congress

India do-not-miss PM Modi to visit disaster-hit Wayanad as death toll mounts to 417

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Kerala's Wayanad district on August 10 in the wake of the tragic landslide disaster that has claimed the lives of more than 400 people so far,

India Chief of Defence Staff raises concerns over border row with China, Pak

New Delhi: In the wake of the recent unrest in Bangladesh, Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces, General Anil Chauhan, said that the instability in the country's neighborhood is a cause of

India Elections to 12 Rajya Sabha seats to be held on Sep 3

New Delhi: The Election Commission has notified that elections for 12 vacant Rajya Sabha seats will be held on September 3, 2024, and votes will be counted on the same day. The last date for

India do-not-miss First ever U.S.-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue held in New Delhi

New Delhi: The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi facilitated the first ever U.S.-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue on August 5-6 at the National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi and hosted by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).

new-york Rep. Shri Thanedar wins Democratic primary from Detroit area

New York: U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar of Detroit won Tuesday's Democratic primary for the 13th Congressional District, defeating Detroit City Council member Mary Waters and former Detroit city employee Shakira Hawkins.  The primary victory is almost

Indian-American Amish Shah wins Democratic Primary in Phoenix Area 

Washington, DC: Indian American and former Arizona state representative Amish Shah has secured the Democratic primary for Arizona's 1st Congressional District. This district covers parts of northeastern Phoenix and three affluent suburbs. Shah's victory sets

Indian-American do-not-miss Rajeev Ram secures silver for US in men’s doubles at 2024 Paris Olympics 

New York: Indian American tennis player Rajeev Ram secured the men's doubles silver medal at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics on Saturday, marking the second Olympic medal of his career.  Ram, a 2016 Olympic mixed doubles

Indian-American do-not-miss Indian American makes unprecedented donation to alma mater

Chennai: Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has received its largest single donation ever of Rs 228 crore from its Distinguished Alumnus Awardee Dr. Krishna Chivukula. This generous donation is one of the largest

new-york Hamsa Balakrishnan appointed Associate Dean of MIT School of Engineering

A faculty member of the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, she served as associate department head in AeroAstro, and co-founded Lumo, which uses data and analytics to predict flight delays.  New York: Hamsa Balakrishnan, the William

Indian-Community

The Consulate General of India in NY hosted a reception for the Indian men's Blind Cricket team, currently touring various locations in the US. The team has won numerous international titles, including T20 and One-day

India Inter-state meeting held on security ahead of I-Day celebrations

New Delhi: In the run-up to the 78th Independence Day, an inter-state coordination meeting of multiple law enforcement agencies was held on August 7 at the Delhi Police Headquarters, focusing on the prevention of smuggling

India do-not-miss ISRO to launch Earth Observation Satellite on I-Day

New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the Earth Observation Satellite-08 (EOS-08) aboard the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)-D3 on Independence Day, August 15, at 9:17 am. The launch, which

India Telangana CM in US to attract investment; meets World Bank's Banga

New York: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met top CEOs and business leaders at a roundtable hosted by the Consulate General of India, New York, where he emphasized the state's readiness to be a

India do-not-miss Former WB CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee passes away

Kolkata: Former West Bengal Chief Minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, who was the second and the last CM of the Left regime in West Bengal, died at his residence at Palm Avenue in South Kolkata on August

health How to do basic nasal cleansing before pranayama 

By Atul Vyas This is a primary practice before doing pranayama or yogic breathing exercises. A word of caution: Please do not do this kriya or practice if one or both if your nostrils are closed

health Perform yoga daily to manage BP, diabetes

New guidelines urge doctors to add yoga to manage patients with high BP, diabetes We all know the myriad of benefits of performing yoga but in a first such move, yoga has been added to the

sports do-not-miss Manu Bhaker to be India's flag bearer at closing ceremony

Paris: Double bronze medalist shooter Manu Bhaker will be India's flag bearer at the closing ceremony of the 33rd Olympic Games in the French capital here on August 11. Manu created history after clinching two

sports Paris Olympics: Out of body experience, says Duplantis

Paris: Armand Duplantis was speechless after the Swedish star soared 6.25m to set the ninth world pole vault record of his career and cap a gold medal-winning performance at the Paris Olympics.  The 24-year-old has won

sports Sri Lanka thrash India by 110 runs, win ODI series

Colombo: Left-arm spin all-rounder Dunith Wellalage spun a vicious web around the Indian batting line-up and took Sri Lanka to a huge 110-run win in the third ODI at the R. Premadasa Stadium. The result

business do-not-miss Taxpayers can choose between old and new LTCG regime: Sitharaman

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman said in the Parliament that the primary aim of the Union Budget for 2024-25 is to simplify the tax regime and ensure equitable treatment of all asset classes, as

business do-not-miss India urges BIMSTEC nations to speed up talks on FTA

New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that BIMSTEC members should re-examine the priorities of member nations with regard to trade negotiations so that the delayed Free Trade Agreement can be finalised. Addressing

business do-not-miss Goldman Sachs economists up US recession risk to 25%

New York: As global stock markets crashed this week over US recession fears, Goldman Sachs Group’s economists have increased the probability of a US recession in the next year to 25 per cent from 15

business India estimated to clock 7.2% GDP growth in 2024-25

New Delhi: India's economy is expected to clock a 7 to 7.2 per cent growth rate in 2024-25 supported by a rebounding rural economy, strong manufacturing growth, robust bank balance sheets, and increased exports, according

sports I've accomplished way more than my wildest dreams: Simone Biles   

Paris: Simone Biles stands at second place in the all-time medals for a women athlete at the Olympics with 11 to her name and is not stressing out about the missed gold medal in the

sports do-not-miss Hockey: India suffer 2-3 defeat to Germany in semis

Paris: The Indian men's hockey team played its heart out but went down 2-3 to World Champion Germany in the second semifinal at the Paris Olympic Games here, the players falling onto the turf with

sports Vinesh will continue to get medical, emotional support: IOA chief

Paris: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha stressed that all necessary measures were taken to help wrestler Vinesh Phogat reduce weight and make the cut for the 50 kg weight class final and

India Over 2.16 lakh Indians gave up citizenship in 2023: Govt

New Delhi: The government informed the Rajya Sabha that over 2.16 lakh Indians gave up their citizenship in 2023. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh mentioned this in a written response to

Indian-Origin Indian-origin teen wins posthumous appeal against UK's NHS

London: Sudiksha Thirumalesh, who died due to a rare mitochondrial disorder, won a posthumous appeal against the UK's National Health Service (NHS) trust to allow her to travel abroad for an experimental trial hoping for

Diaspora Jeddah NRIs host farewell for Consul General Shahid Alam

Jeddah: Indian community organizations in Jeddah came together to host a farewell reception for outgoing Indian Consul General Mohammed Shahid Alam here. According to the Siasat Daily news outlet, Alam was hailed for his pivotal

Diaspora Indians have left impact wherever they have gone: President Murmu in Fiji

Kicker: President Droupadi Murmu also thanked the Fiji government for making Hindi an official language in the country. Suva: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Indian diaspora in Suva while on a three-nation visit, starting in Fiji,

WORLD Russia delivers Air Defences to Iran amid war threat: Report

Moscow: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Russia is showing significant support for Iran by delivering air defense systems and radar equipment to the country, the New York Times reported, citing anonymous sources. The development

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