health do-not-miss 123 regular Ayush, 221 e-Ayush visas issued to foreigners in one year

New Delhi: About 123 regular Ayush visas and 221 e-Ayush visas have been issued to foreigners seeking treatment in India, between July 2023 and December 2024, said the Union government.  During the same period, 17 e-Ayush

health do-not-miss 'Undiagnosed disease' affects 406, claims 31 lives in Congo: WHO

New Delhi: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has recorded 406 cases of an undiagnosed disease between October 24 and December 5, the World Health Organization (WHO). Congo’s Ministry of Public Health reported to WHO

health do-not-miss Ultra-processed foods may make you age faster

New York: Love to binge on ultra-processed food (UPFs) like chips, biscuits, sausages, burgers, soft drinks, and instant noodles? Beware, these can make you age faster biologically, warned a study.  A person's biological age is a

health do-not-miss Sugary drinks can raise risk of stroke, heart failure

New York: A large-scale Swedish study has suggested that drinking sweetened drinks can significantly increase your risk of serious cardiovascular diseases like stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.  The study also showed that eating too much-added

OP-ED India, Bangladesh are too connected to wish each other away

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entertainment Stars descend at Jeddah's Red Sea Film Festival

Now in its fourth year, the 2024 Red Sea Film Festival kicked off this month with an array of global stars shining upon the city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. The festival, which runs from

Indian-American Indian-American family to "press charges" against woman over racist abuse

New York: An Indian-American family subjected to racial harassment last month plans to press charges against the woman who hurled abuses at them, emphasizing the need for accountability and speaking out against hate.  The incident took

local-govt. Slow Down in Our Town: Middlesex County, East Brunswick partner to promote pedestrian safety

On Friday, December 6, Middlesex County officials joined East Brunswick representatives to introduce the County’s pedestrian safety program, “Slow Down in Our Town,” in the southern part of the township. The initiative focuses on reducing

local-govt. Fifth Avenue to get a $150+ M world-class makeover

Plan includes widened, greened sidewalks, prioritizing pedestrians, and expanded public space  Investment will strengthen historic corridor’s economic engine and job creation, making New York City more affordable by providing good-paying jobs for working-class New Yorkers  Fifth Avenue

New-York-Community Parker Jewish Institute President and CEO Michael N. Rosenblut honored with Top Chief Award

New Hyde Park, NY: Michael N. Rosenblut, President and CEO of the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, was recently recognized as a Top Chief of Long Island by Richner Communications at the

entertainment do-not-miss Golden Globes 2025: Payal Kapadia scripts history, bags Best Director nomination

Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia and her film All We Imagine As Light has made history. The movie has bagged two nominations at the Golden Globes 2025:  Best Non-English Language Motion Picture and Best Director (Motion

e-paper December 7-13, 2024 | Vol. 17 Issue 33

USA Letter to the Editor

Dear Mr President Joe Biden, Congratulations on your successful completion of tenure which is drawing to a close in the next few weeks. However, being the President of the International Council of Jurists, I take exception

WORLD Canadians blame Trudeau for strained ties with India: Survey

Ottawa: Amid diplomatic friction between Ottawa and New Delhi, a survey has found that 39 per cent of Canadians believed that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's administration wasn't managing the ties well. The poll by the

WORLD Bitcoin surpasses $1,00,000 for first time

New Delhi: World’s largest cryptocurrency Bitcoin has crossed the historic milestone of $100,000 apiece, driven by favorable market dynamics, growing US regulatory clarity under President-elect Donald Trump, and institutional adoption through Bitcoin ETFs, industry experts

India Ties with Trump 2.0 'political advantage’ for India: Jaishankar

The Indian External Affairs Minister expressed confidence in India’s ability to work with incoming US President Donald Trump. New Delhi: India is in a ''much more advantageous position'' than many other countries in the world to

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Odisha welcomed the tourist season with the grand inauguration of the Konark Dance Festival and the 14th International Sand Art Festival on December 1. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with Deputy Chief Minister Pravati

USA Donald Trump's latest appointments

>> Jared Isaacman, a billionaire astronaut who led the first private spacewalk during a SpaceX mission in September, tapped to lead NASA, the country's top space agency. >> Cryptocurrency advocate, Paul Atkins, picked to chair the

USA Trump suggests Trudeau to make Canada 51st US state

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USA Biden issues pardon for son in gun, tax fraud charges

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Community-News Pope Francis welcomes Jain delegation at the Vatican

On Monday, November 25, Pope Francis received an international delegation of Jains at the Vatican. The meeting, facilitated by the Institute of Jainology in London, aimed to foster dialogue and cooperation between Jains and Christians. Dr.

New-York-Community Ekal’s magnificent gala raises $3.5 M to transform rural India

New York: The Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA hosted a spectacular gala on November 9, 2024, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Palo Alto, raising $3.5 million to support the development of remote and rural

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newyork-state Kotahwala couple sponsors 12th Eye Camp in Amritsar

New York: New York-based philanthropist couple Haridas and Sharda Kotahwala sponsored the 12th Eye Camp organized by Varinder Bhalla in Amritsar, to provide the gift of vision with free eye exams and eyeglasses to visually

newyork-state Lt. Gov Way to lead economic, cultural delegation to India

New Jersey-India Commission will stop at five cities over eight days  New York: New Jersey’s Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way will lead an inaugural trip by the New Jersey-India Commission to help strengthen economic ties with one

newyork-state Priti Dhariwal elected Councilwoman for River Edge, NJ

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India Baba Siddique's shooters planned to murder Salman Khan: Report

Mumbai: The accused in the murder of Baba Siddique had planned to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan before targeting the NCP leader, reported India Today. During questioning, one of the accused revealed that Salman Khan

India India, Pakistan join hands to rescue 12 people from sunken ship

New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 12 crew members of a merchant ship from the country that sank on December 4 in the north Arabian Sea during its journey from Porbandar in Gujarat

India Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM

Mumbai: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Devendra Fadnavis took oath on December 5 as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra for the third time in a grand ceremony in Mumbai's Azad Maidan. The ceremony was attended

U-S-A-National Meng elected chair of Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus

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U-S-A-National Bumble Inc. Appoints Neil Shah as Chief Business Officer

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U-S-A-National Senators introduce resolution to designate Dec 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day

Washington, DC: On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Bhopal chemical disaster, three Senators have introduced a resolution to designate December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day.  Introduced by Senators Jeff Merkley, Ron

local-govt. Middlesex County honors fallen state trooper with a monument

Continues to invest in roadway safety with new traffic light in Carteret  Middlesex County held a ceremony on December 3, to highlight the newly installed traffic light on Roosevelt Avenue in the Borough of Carteret with

U-S-A-National Indian-origin man indicted for wife's murder googled when he could remarry

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U-S-A-National Diaspora group urges Biden and Trump to protect Hindus in Bangladesh

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U-S-A-National Racist slurs hurled at Indian family at Los Angeles airport

New York: An Indian American photographer Pervez Taufiq’s family was subjected to racial slurs in a distressing event that he recorded on camera, where a woman on a United Airlines shuttle bus verbally harassed his

arts-culture IFFI Goa 2024: Home for storytellers of the world

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sports do-not-miss FIDE World Chess Championship: Gukesh misses chances again

Singapore: For the second game in a row, India’s Gukesh Dommaraju failed to capitalise on a big advantage and landed in an inferior position as Game 8 ended in a draw with reigning champion Ding

sports do-not-miss PV Sindhu set to tie knot in Udaipur on Dec 22

Jaipur: Double Olympic medalist PV Sindhu is set to tie the knot with Hyderabad-based Venkata Datta Sai, an Executive Director at Posidex Technologies, in Udaipur on December 22.  The wedding festivities will begin on December 20,

sports do-not-miss India set to debut in FIFAe World Cup 2024

New Delhi: India are all set to make their debut in the FIFAe World Cup 2024, which will be held between December 9 to 12, at the SEF Arena, Boulevard Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia. The World

sports do-not-miss Aaron Rai wins Hero Shot ahead of Woods-hosted World Challenge

Albany (Bahamas): Aaron Rai, one of the eight debutants in the field of 20 and one of three Indian-origin players in the star-studded World Challenge got off to a fine start winning the Hero Shot,

business India may even surpass Chinese economy with PM Modi at helm: Mark Mobius

New Delhi: A huge consumer population with a massive production capacity will help India make its mark globally under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, catapulting the country to equal -- maybe even surpass

business US unveils new package of chip export controls against China

Washington: The United States has announced a new semiconductor export control package against China, including curbs on high-end chips for artificial intelligence (AI) that are likely to affect the South Korean industry.  The Commerce Department's Bureau

business Trump selects Peter Navarro as top trade advisor

Washington: President-elect Donald Trump announced that Peter Navarro will serve as “Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing” in his next White House term. Navarro was previously a top trade aide for Trump during his first

Anuvrat-Movement Pledge not to exploit animals for sport or labor

By John Di Leonardo New York state has finally banned the sale of horses for human or animal consumption. Like cows in India, horses in the United States have long been beloved, but our treatment of

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

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humour Russia bans 'propaganda' against having children

The world’s population is more than 8 billion and has increased by 2 billion since 1998. In some countries, so many children are being born that there’s a dire shortage of midwives, prompting a big

lifestyle A Thanksgiving of My Own: Embracing Gratitude Across Cultures

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India Prasar Bharati launches WAVES OTT platform

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holistic-life Nation gears up for Maha Kumbh 2025

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subcontinent Taliban bans Afghan women from nursing, midwifery education

Kabul: In a major blow to women's education in Afghanistan, the Taliban has barred female students from pursuing nursing and midwifery courses, following a directive from their supreme leader. The move affects over 35000 women

subcontinent Arrest warrants issued for Imran, his Wife over Pak protest

Islamabad: An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, and 93 others in a case related to last week's

subcontinent Yunus mastermind of Bangladesh mass killings: Sheikh Hasina

Dhaka: Deposed Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina accused Muhammad Yunus, who is heading the interim government, of mass killings and the targeting of minorities amid a fresh wave of unrest in the country. In her

entertainment Ed Sheeran returns to India in 2025 for his tour

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entertainment After China, Vijay Sethupathi's film to be released in Japan

Actor Vijay Sethupathi's critically acclaimed film 'Maharaja' premiered in Chinese theaters on November 29, becoming the first Indian film to be released in the Asian country after last month’s accord to normalize ties between the

entertainment do-not-miss As 'Pushpa 2' releases, its next installment confirmed

Speculation is rife that Vijay Deverakonda could join 'Pushpa 3' as an antagonist. Actors Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and the entire team of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' are in full swing preparing for the film's release

WORLD Over 7 lakh foreign students may have to leave Canada next year

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WORLD do-not-miss Israel threatens to escalate attacks if truce collapses

Jerusalem: Israel has warned that it would expand its attacks and include targets linked to the Lebanese state if the fragile truce with Hezbollah collapses. The warning this week followed Hezbollah's launch of two mortars

WORLD South Korean President ends emergency martial law

Seoul: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced the lifting of emergency martial law early on December 4, as the National Assembly voted to call for its end with the US expressing "grave concern" over

Diaspora 10-year-old British Indian outranks Einstein in IQ

London: Krish Arora, a 10-year-old Indian-British boy from Hounslow in West London, has stunned the world by achieving an IQ score of 162, outranking the estimated IQs of Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. This score

Diaspora Indian teen from UAE speaks at 79th UNGA

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Diaspora Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dalla gets bail in Canada

Toronto: Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill, also known as Arsh Dalla, has been granted bail in Canada on a $30,000 surety bond. The acting chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Dalla was arrested in

Diaspora Make Pravasi Bharatiya Divas bigger than G20: PM Modi

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OP-ED Global trade tremors: Trump's new tariff offensive primarily targets China

As the world watches and waits, one thing becomes clear — we are witnessing the potential dawn of a new era of economic diplomacy, where trade is no longer just an economic tool, but a

local-govt. Making New York City Affordable for Working New Yorkers

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC December 2, 2024 Working-class New Yorkers are the backbone of our city; they keep our city safe, healthy, clean, and help us continue to take the greatest city in the world

local-govt. More NYC high schoolers to benefit through paid internships, career-oriented skill-building

FutureReadyNYC, Adams administration’s signature mentorship-career program, expanding to now reach 15,000 students  New ‘Pathways’ in HVAC and decarbonization and human and social services added to established offerings in technology, health care, education, business, and finance  New York

local-govt. NYCDOT, NYEDC say concessions to return to Staten Island Ferry

Dunkin selected as the Concessionaire, marking the first time concessions will be available on the ferries since the onset of the pandemic NEW YORK – New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez

new-york World Aids Day: NYC H+H reminds New Yorkers to get tested for HIV

Offering comprehensive HIV/AIDS care, NYC Health + Hospitals has one-third of the State’s Designated AIDS Centers Those interested in HIV testing, HIV prevention through PrEP, or treatment for HIV can schedule an appointment at 1-844-NYC-4NYC New York,

USA Meet Kash Patel, Trump's pick to head FBI

President-elect Donald Trump nominated his loyalist Indian-origin Kashyap 'Kash' Patel to head the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Saturday. Making the announcement, the 78-year-old President-elect called Patel an "America First fighter".  Patel was born in

USA ‘India a kind of laboratory to try things’ says Bill Gates, sparks outrage

Bill Gates called India a ‘kind of laboratory to try things’ while appearing in a podcast with Reid Hoffman.  Bill Gates' recent podcast with Reid Hoffman went viral, but it didn’t sit well with netizens after

USA Indian techpreneur’s car gets rear-ended, Apple watch dials 911

An Indian founder who met with an accident shared his ordeal on X and lauded Apple watch and California Highway Patrol for swift action.  Kuldeep Dhankar, the founder of Last9.io, took to X to share

USA JD Vance celebrates Thanksgiving with Indian in-laws; pic goes viral

A heartwarming image of JD Vance, the Vice President-elect of the United States, with his wife Usha Vance’s Indian family has taken social media by storm. The photograph shows a casual and joyous moment during

health Research links unhealthy diets to deadly cancers

Canberra: An Australian research has found a link between poor diet choices and deadly digestive cancers. In two new studies, researchers from Flinders University in Australia expanded on existing evidence that diets with high consumption

health Long-term use of antibiotics may raise Parkinson's disease risk

New Delhi: Long-term exposure to antibiotics may significantly raise the risk of Parkinson's disease. To validate the findings on Asians, researchers from the Seoul National University Hospital in South Korea examined 298,379 people aged 40

health Increased intake of plant protein to boost your heart health

New Delhi: Eating more plant-based protein than animal-based protein may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and coronary heart disease (CHD), according to a new study. The study, led by researchers at Harvard T.H.

health Hidden belly fat can predict Alzheimer’s faster

New Delhi: US researchers have found a link between hidden belly fat, known as visceral fat, and abnormal proteins in the brain -- hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease.  Visceral fat refers to the accumulation of fat around

India Asia’s first water transport service ‘Uber Shikara’ launched on Dal Lake

Srinagar: Asia’s first water transport service, "Uber Shikara", is now available in J&K’s picturesque Dal Lake. Uber rolled out Asia’s first water transport service with shikara bookings on its app. Tourists visiting Dal Lake will now

India 66% Indians to travel more in 2025, live sports top priority

Indian travelers show interest in attending Formula One races and live sporting events in 2025 New Delhi: Indian travelers are increasingly seeking deeper connections. Among those aged 25 to 34, 44 percent are excited to attend

new-york do-not-miss NYC Health+Hospitals nationally recognized for hypertension, diabetes, and cholesterol control

Four of the health system’s sites were recognized by the federal government as 2024 Hypertension Control Champions; only six sites in New York State received this award in 2024 All of the health system’s sites were

new-york do-not-miss GCCI co-hosts talk on technology and future in New York City

GOPIO Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) co-hosted a talk by UK based Prof. Prabhu Guptara, Executive Chairman, Salt Desert Media, UK and a former advisor to UBS. The talk was hosted by UBS at

local-govt. do-not-miss Adultery laws stigmatize, unfairly punish, and victimize women: Assemblymember Lavine on signing of Adultery Bill

Glen Cove, New York: Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) has issued the following statement in response to the signing by Governor Kathy Hochul of his bill (A4714) to decriminalize adultery in the State of New

local-govt. NYC DOT expands number of secure public delivery lockers

LockerNYC, a Pilot Program Launched in April, Provides Free Public Delivery Lockers on Sidewalks That May Be Used To Send and Receive Packages The Program, in Partnership With GoLocker, Now Includes Four New Lockers on Sidewalks

local-govt. Legislator Bontempi honors Eugene Leavy as Suffolk County Veteran of the Year

Legislator Stephanie Bontempi (R-18th L.D.) proudly recognized Eugene Leavy as the Suffolk County Veteran of the Year for the 18th Legislative District during the Suffolk County Legislature’s General Meeting on November 26, 2024. Leavy, a

local-govt. Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso distributes 60,000+ pounds of Thanksgiving foods

Last Friday, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, in partnership with UA3, hosted his annual Thanksgiving food distribution event outside of Brooklyn Borough Hall. Staff distributed over 60,000 pounds of fresh produce, non-perishables, and other food

local-govt. NYC Health+Hospitals leadership in PoliticsNY and amNY Metro’s ‘2024 Power Players in Health Care’ list

NYC Health + Hospitals on Nov 27, 2024 announced that Dr. José A. Pagán, Chair of the Board of Directors; Svetlana Lipyanskaya, CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health; Christopher Mastromano, CEO of NYC

The-East-Cost Stamford Public Library, GOPIO-CT and Stamford Mayor’s Multicultural Council celebrate Diwali at Ferguson Library

Stamford, CT: On October 31st, 2024, people of Indian descent worldwide celebrated Diwali, the auspicious festival symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and wisdom over ignorance. Diwali is becoming a mainstream

U-S-A-National Techpreneur Jay Chaudhry with wife Jyothi pledge $4 million to alma mater

New York: Indian-American technology entrepreneur and the CEO of cloud security company Zscaler, Jay Chaudhry, along with his wife Jyothi Chaudhry have pledged a $4 million gift to the University of Cincinnati.   The donation establishes

U-S-A-National Google hires ex-Apple executive Mitul Shah to lead Pixel's expansion in India

New York: Google has appointed former Apple India executive Mitul Shah as the managing director for its devices and services business in India, as the internet giant looks to ramp up Pixel smartphone business in

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Jay Bhattacharya is Trump's pick to lead National Institutes of Health

Washington: President-elect Donald Trump has picked Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya as the director of the National Institutes of Health, the country's top health research and funding institutions. With this, Bhattacharya becomes the first Indian-American to

India Israel backs Adani after US bribery allegations

New Delhi: Israel wants Adani Group to continue to invest in the country, the country's envoy to India said on November 28, affirming the nation's support for the ports-to-media conglomerate whose billionaire founder is facing

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newyork-state World Vegan Vision hosts inspiring Vegan Thanksgiving Celebration

Hicksville, NY– World Vegan Vision, led by its dedicated Founders and Chairman, Malti and HK Shah, celebrated a resounding success with its Vegan Thanksgiving Celebration held at Antun’s by Minar in Hicksville, New York. The

newyork-state NIAASC empowers seniors with practical health and wellness insights

Elmont, NY: The National Indo-American Association for Senior Citizens (NIAASC) celebrated its 35th National Conference and 25th Anniversary on November 9, 2024, at the Kerala Center in Elmont, NY.  The day-long event brought together senior citizens,

arts-culture Stamford Public Library, GOPIO-CT and Stamford Mayor’s Multicultural Council celebrate Diwali at Ferguson Library

Stamford, CT: On October 31st, 2024, people of Indian descent worldwide celebrated Diwali, the auspicious festival symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and wisdom over ignorance. Diwali is becoming a mainstream

Community-News do-not-miss IOCUSA's annual meet celebrates successful 2024

New York: Indian Overseas Congress, USA leaders, members, families and friends joined together at its annual meet to celebrate its successful activities in 2024 on November 22, 2024, in Manhattan, New York where over 120

e-paper November 30-December 6, 2024 | Vol. 17 Issue 32

Community-News do-not-miss Vidya Bharti USA launches Boston chapter

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WORLD do-not-miss India, US vow to deepen ties despite moves against Adani, ex-RAW official

Washington: The United States has vowed to deepen its bilateral relations with India despite moves by Washinton to initiate legal proceedings against a former agent of India’s Research and Analytical Wing as well as against

WORLD do-not-miss ISKCON priest's arrest in Dhaka draws global attention

Dhaka: The outrage against the arrest of ISKCON ( International Society for Krishna Consciousness) priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh has gained momentum across the country and abroad, wherein several global leaders have called for

WORLD do-not-miss Trump's tariff call shakes up the world

Mexico and Canada try to reason with the US President-elect on his 25 per cent tariff move as he assumes office, saying this plan could destabilize the world economy Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to

India do-not-miss Petition claims Shiva temple beneath Ajmer Sharif Dargah

Jaipur: A local court in Rajasthan’s Ajmer issued notices to the Union Ministry of Minority Affairs, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and the Ajmer Dargah Committee over a petition seeking a survey of the

India do-not-miss Terrorists targeting India will get befitting reply: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled the 26/11 terrorist attacks and reiterated that every terrorist organization challenging India's security will be dealt with a befitting reply. Addressing the Constitution Day celebrations at the Supreme

India do-not-miss Parliament Winter Session begins on a stormy note

New Delhi: The Opposition’s demand for a debate on the latest allegations against the Adani Group and Sambhal violence rocked both Houses of Parliament this week, forcing adjournments and washing out the third day of

arts-culture do-not-miss Rann Utsav - Gujarat's spectacular white desert festival

Experiencing the full moon days at the Rann of Kutch is one of the main highlights of the festival. (Photo courtesy: X@TheRannUtsav]   The influx of tourists to the Rann Utsav has benefited the local community, particularly

politics For BJP, 2024 has been a good electoral year despite general election disappointment

By Shubham Ghosh Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) did not have an ideal outcome during the country’s general elections earlier this year. Despite his party and supporters claiming that the

India do-not-miss Devendra Fadnavis to be Maharashtra's next CM?

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USA Trudeau had 'good call' with Trump amid tariff threats

New York: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said he had a "good call" with President-elect Donald Trump following the incoming US leader's announcement that he would impose a 25 per cent tariff on goods

USA Trump names Jamieson Greer to lead trade negotiations

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USA Trump’s incoming cabinet members get ‘violent’ bomb threats

New York: Many of US President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming cabinet members and other political appointees have received bomb threats, a transition team spokeswoman has claimed. Several of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees and Administration appointees “were targeted

sports do-not-miss World Chess Championship: Gukesh strikes back

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sports do-not-miss IPL 2025 Auction: Complete squads of all teams

Jeddah: The two-day IPL 2025 Mega Auction witnessed many unprecedented moments including record-breaking Rs 27 crore signing of Rishabh Pant by Lucknow Super Giants to the 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi becoming the youngest player to be

sports do-not-miss BGT 2024-25: India defeat Australia in Perth Test

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New Delhi: Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani, nephew Sagar Adani, and senior executive Vneet Jaain are clear of any bribery charges as per the US Department of Justice (DoJ), according to the latest filing with

new-york business do-not-miss Donald Trump sounds tariff war bugle

New York: President-elect Donald Trump has announced to hike tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China right on Day 1 of his administration on January 20. “On January 20th, as one of my many

lifestyle do-not-miss Dictionary.com names ‘Demure’ as its ‘Word of the Year for 2024’

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WORLD do-not-miss Russia imposes entry ban on 30 British nationals

Moscow: The Russian Foreign Ministry has banned 30 British citizens from entering Russia’s territory “in response to the hostile actions of the British side”. The sanction list includes members of Britain’s political establishment, military blocs,

WORLD do-not-miss After months of all-out war, Israel-Lebanon ceasefire begins

Tel Aviv: Israel has begun a ceasefire in Lebanon after an all-out war with Hezbollah amid global calls for peace in the Middle East. But fighting will continue in Gaza, where Israel has vowed to

Anuvrat-Movement Join us in celebrating a cruelty-free Thanksgiving

By John Di Leonardo Ahead of Thanksgiving, my organization Humane Long Island has rescued two turkeys, two chickens, and two bunnies from New York City live slaughter markets, trading vegan roasts for the lives of these

Spiritual-Awareness do-not-miss In Giving, We Receive

By Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj (Photo courtesy: www.sos.org)    One of the greatest things a human being can do is to give of himself or herself to serve others. Many people fear giving because they worry that

subcontinent do-not-miss Taliban has detained over 250 journalists since 2021: UN

Kabul: More than 300 Afghan journalists have suffered rights breaches since the Taliban surged back to power in 2021, a United Nations report said, documenting dozens of cases of torture and arbitrary arrest. The United

subcontinent Clashes erupt in Bangladesh as ISKCON priest arrested

Dhaka: A public prosecutor was killed after violent clashes erupted in Bangladesh this week following the arrest of a prominent Hindu leader, Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, AFP news agency reported. The unrest followed the denial

subcontinent Imran Khan’s party calls off protest after crackdown

Islamabad: Supporters of incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan were forced to end their protest in Islamabad after security personnel launched a midnight crackdown on their demonstration. During the protest, clashes broke out between

health do-not-miss Most Americans not aware that alcohol ups cancer risk

New York: Despite the warning that drinking alcohol can lead to cancer risk, less than half of Americans know that regularly drinking alcohol increases the risk of later developing cancer.  According to a survey by the

health do-not-miss Standing at work can actually be detrimental to BP: Study

New Delhi: Prolonged standing at work had a negative impact on blood pressure and in contrast, spending more time sitting at work was associated with better BP, a new study has revealed.  The Finnish study from

health do-not-miss Bird flu virus detected in raw milk from dairy farm in California

Los Angeles: Public health officials in California confirmed that the bird flu virus was detected in a retail sample of raw milk produced by a local dairy farm.  The Santa Clara County Public Health Department, which

health do-not-miss Trump's return may affect low-income health insurance policyholders

New York: The impending presidency of Donald Trump is expected to reshape the health insurance landscape in the US, given that the subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are also set to expire in

Diaspora

USA do-not-miss Ring in the Holiday Season with St. Jude and its 21st Thanks and Giving Campaign

Top brands unite with celebrity supporters to raise funds for childhood cancer research and treatment St. Jude Thanks and Giving® is kicking off its 21st year of uniting celebrities, retailers and consumers to support St. Jude

arts-culture UDAN scheme makes air travel accessible for millions

New Delhi: The UDAN scheme has fuelled the civil aviation sector, transforming air travel by enhancing regional connectivity and making it accessible for millions. On November 17, the domestic aviation sector reached a historic milestone as

arts-culture Surge in air travel prices ahead of NY holidays

New Delhi: For those planning an international trip for the Christmas or New Year, you may want to think again. Although these festive occasions are still over a month away, airfares for international flights departing

arts-culture More Americans to travel during Thanksgiving season

New York: This Thanksgiving season will see more people on the road, as the US American Automobile Association predicts that nearly 80 million Americans will venture at least 50 miles from home, and most of

Diaspora Indo-Canadian appointed Dy Premier of British Columbia

Ottawa: Indo-Canadian Niki Sharma has been appointed Deputy Premier of Canada's British Columbia (BC) province in a new cabinet announced by Premier David Eby. In addition, three other newly-elected MLAs from the Indian community were

Diaspora do-not-miss British-Indian peer calls for swift action on India-UK FTA

London: British-Indian entrepreneur and peer, Lord Karan Bilimoria, who has been named the new chair of the International Chamber of Commerce United Kingdom (ICCUK), has urged swift action on the much-delayed India-UK Free Trade Agreement

Diaspora Indian-origin cafe owner in Dubai sells gold tea for Rs 1 lakh

Dubai: Tea lovers in Dubai are shelling out the equivalent of ₹1 lakh to get a taste of gold tea, served in pure silver teacups with 24-carat gold leaf on top. The ‘Gold karak’ tea

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT completes installation of over 500 loading zones

New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that the agency has installed over 500 new loading zones that address public feedback on where they commonly see double parking and blocked

new-york local-govt. do-not-miss New York takes steps to cut red tape for faster, more efficient infrastructure

New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released a new report showing significant progress in reforming how public infrastructure is constructed across the five boroughs and celebrated New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s signing of legislation

local-govt. do-not-miss Congressman LaLota: A Time to Reflect and Give Thanks

  Congressman Nick LaLota issued following statement on Thanksgiving As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s an opportunity for us to pause and reflect on the many blessings we enjoy as Americans. Here on Long Island, we are fortunate to

new-york local-govt. do-not-miss Updated Financial Plan Puts Working-Class New Yorkers First, Makes Our City Safer and More Affordable

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC November 25, 2024 From day one, we have put New Yorkers first, working to make this city safer, more affordable, and more livable. Thanks to our strong fiscal management — including

lifestyle Developing a bond with children and enjoying family life in old age

Encouraging intergenerational living and fostering closer relationships between seniors and younger generations can create a more supportive, compassionate society. By Himanshu Rath As the global population ages, the dynamics of family structures are evolving, with profound implications

entertainment OTT releases to watch out for

From otherworldly adventures to superhero films and crime dramas, this week’s OTT releases have it all.   Sikander Ka Muqaddar | Netflix Set against the backdrop of a daring diamond heist in 2008, the film focuses on a

entertainment Aishwarya talks about street harassment in new video

Actor Aishwarya Rai has spoken up about street harassment and how to tackle it. Taking to Instagram, she posted a video as part of L'Oréal Paris' new campaign. She is the brand ambassador of the

entertainment Anurag Kashyap's 'Paanch' to release after 22 years

Tutu Sharma, the producer of 'Paanch', dropped a piece of happy news for filmmaker Anurag Kashyap fans in an interview with Bollywood Hungama. “'Paanch' is definitely coming next year. I plan to release it in

entertainment 'Pushpa 2' earns $1.4 mn in US advanced bookings

With just days ahead of its release, Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', is receiving a positive response in the US, earning an estimated $1.4 million, according to trade tracker Venky Box Office. The film

entertainment B'wood not responsible for nepotism alone: Kriti Sanon

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon, known for her roles in 'Mimi' and 'Bareilly Ki Barfi', shared her thoughts on nepotism during a session at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. She emphasized that

entertainment Raj Kapoor Film Festival announced at IFFI

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has announced that a film festival showcasing restored movies of his grandfather, veteran filmmaker Raj Kapoor, will be held across the country to celebrate his birth centenary in December. Ranbir was

entertainment Emmys 2024: Anil Kapoor's film loses in Best Drama Series

'The Night Manager', India's only nominee at the International Emmys this year, missed out in the Best Drama Series category to France’s 'Les Gouttes de Dieu'. India’s 'The Night Manager', starring Anil Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur,

India OP-ED Modern-Day Kashmir - Political Prowess, Growth, and Progress: My First-Hand Narrative

By Vipul Tamhane On my recent trip to Kashmir, as I stood on the porch of my houseboat on the Dal Lake, the sun casting a golden hue over the water, I was struck by the

new-york do-not-miss Jenifer Rajkumar kicks off campaign for next NYC Comptroller

Queens, NY: New York’s Gorgeous Mosaic was on full display Wednesday night as Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar kicked off her campaign for New York City Comptroller. A public servant for all New Yorkers, Rajkumar brought together

new-york do-not-miss AABANY, 12 associations gather to accelerate continued legal education program

New York: On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY), together with twelve other associations, presented its second Annual Pre-Holiday Multi-Bar Association Gathering, in further support of AABANY’s continuing

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC Care partners with Consulate General of Mexico, Met Council, and MANY for heathcare outreach

NEW YORK, NY: NYC Health + Hospitals’ NYC Care program on November 22, 2024 announced the launch of a health care outreach pop-up, in partnership with NYC Care community partner Met Council, Multi-Ethnic Alliance of

local-govt. do-not-miss More than 15000 apprenticeship opportunities created in NYC in less than 3 years

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that the city has delivered more than 15,000 apprenticeship opportunities in less than three years — more than halfway to the administration’s moonshot

USA do-not-miss Why is this fall’s Medicare Open Enrollment Period especially important

The annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15, 2024, to December 7, 2024. Additionally, the State Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment Period takes place from November 1, 2024, to December 15, 2024, with

new-york do-not-miss Author Shomik Chaudhuri receives 2024 International Impact Book Award for his book ‘Some Whispers From Eternity’

Some Whispers from Eternity, a book by Shomik Chaudhuri, has received the prestigious 2024 International Impact Book Award in Phoenix, Arizona recently The book is on the evolution of consciousness and upliftment of humanity through the

e-paper November 23-29, 2024 | Vol. 17 Issue 31

WORLD Democracy first, humanity first: PM Modi

The Indian Prime Minister was bestowed with highest civilian honors as he wrapped up a busy three-nation tour. Georgetown: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India and Guyana have struggled to achieve their independence from

WORLD Russia-Ukraine war escalates... Can Trump help?

Kyiv: As Kyiv marked 1,000 days since the start of the Russian invasion, Russia launched an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) during an attack on Ukraine, marking the first use of such a powerful, nuclear-capable weapon

India do-not-miss ‘Baseless’: Adani Group denies US govt department allegations

New Delhi: The Adani Group has denied allegations made by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against directors of its subsidiary company Adani Green, saying that all

WORLD Netanyahu denounces ICC ruling on his arrest

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denounced the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants for him and his former defense minister Yoav Gallant, calling the ruling "anti-Semitic". "Israel rejects with disgust the

U-S-A-National

The Jain Center of America in New York City celebrated the 50th anniversary of Bhagwan Mahaveer Swami’s pratima (statue) arriving in New York. India’s Consul General in New York Binaya S Pradhan was the chief guest. He complimented the Jain

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Cornell AAP establishes Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award

New York: The College of Architecture, Art and Planning (AAP) has established the Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of the decades-long philanthropy and global impact of the late Ratan Tata ’59, B.Arch. ’62,

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Ramaswamy, Musk launch ‘DOGEcast’ to tackle government expense

The podcast, named after Musk’s popular cryptocurrency Dogecoin, promises to merge business, technology, and policy in an engaging format.  New York: Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and tech magnate Elon Musk have announced a new podcast, DOGEcast, aimed

local-govt. do-not-miss Manhattan side of Brooklyn Bridge gets new public space ‘The Arches’

New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that more public space on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge has opened on November 18, 2024.  Earlier sections of that public

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue marks 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue announced on November 19, 2024, that it has performed its 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, a procedure that allows providers to easily obtain and biopsy tissue samples from hard-to-reach lung areas to determine

local-govt. Committed to a complete review of our mental health system: Jenifer Rajkumar

Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar issued the following statement on the perpetrator stabbing three New Yorkers.  ‘Today our mental health system and justice system failed New Yorkers. A perpetrator who suffered from severe mental illness roamed through Manhattan

local-govt. do-not-miss Adams appoints Jessica Tisch as NYPD Commissioner

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the appointment of Jessica Tisch as commissioner of the New York City Police Department (NYPD), effective Monday, November 25. Tisch will be the second female to serve as

New-York-Community IAAC celebrates its stellar 2024 Literary Festival and Renaissance Gala

New York: The Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC) celebrated a momentous weekend with its annual Literary Festival and Renaissance Gala, held on Nov 9-10. These events brought together luminaries from the worlds of literature, culture, and

U-S-A-National Diwali Dance Fest takes the stage at Walt Disney World® Resort for a second year

Lake Buena Vista, FL: After making history in 2023, Diwali Dance Fest returned to Walt Disney World® Resort for a second year with over 300 dancers from across North America. Directed and produced by Jeanie

Indian-American do-not-miss Arvin Shah honored with Lifetime Business Achievement Award for Sky Bird Group

Southfield, MI: Arvin Shah was honored with the Lifetime Business Achievement Award by the North American Indian Chamber of Commerce on November 9, 2024. As chairman and founder of Sky Bird Group, Shah’s unwavering dedication

Indian-American do-not-miss Parker Jewish Institute celebrates Diwali with joy and tradition

New York: On November 14, Parker Jewish Institute’s Indian Cultural Unit held its annual Diwali celebration. The event turned the facility’s auditorium into a colorful and festive space, decorated with traditional lights and ornaments.  Residents, families,

Indian-Community

IIT Bombay Annual Reunion was held at India in New York: Consul General Binaya S. Pradhan launched the Greater New York Point 2025 Magazine; Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director of IIT Bombay, shared insights on the

New-Jersey do-not-miss An inspiring fundraiser hosted for Pokhrama Foundation

The event brought together the community for transforming the lives of needy children in rural India through education  Princeton, NJ: A heartfelt and inspiring evening unfolded at Trinity Church, Princeton, NJ, where Kuleen Singh and Kunwar

newyork-state do-not-miss IALI’s 46th Annual Awards Gala celebrates community, culture and excellence

New York: The India Association of Long Island’s Annual Awards Gala Dinner, held on November 15, 2024, at Antun's by Minar in Hicksville, NY, was a grand celebration of community, culture, and excellence.  The program began

USA do-not-miss US vetoes UNSC resolution on Gaza ceasefire

United Nations: The United States vetoed this week a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, sparking criticism of the Biden administration for again blocking international action aimed at halting Israel’s war

USA do-not-miss Haley unhappy with Tulsi, RFK Jr's appointments

Washington: Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley strongly opposed President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to appoint former Rep Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F Kennedy Jr to his Cabinet. On her SiriusXM show, Haley slammed Gabbard’s foreign

USA do-not-miss Trump confirms plan to use military for mass deportation

Washington: President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed that he plans to declare a national emergency on border security and use the US military to carry out a mass deportation of undocumented migrants as he assumes power

India do-not-miss Arrest warrant issued against billionaire Adani in NY

New York: Following Gautam Adani’s indictment in the US over an alleged multi-billion-dollar fraud scheme, a New York judge has issued a warrant for the top billionaire's arrest, media reports said. The chairman of India’s

India do-not-miss Exit polls predict victory for BJP and allies in Maharashtra, Jharkhand

Mumbai: As the high-stakes assembly elections drew to a close this week, Maharashtra recorded a 62.05 per cent voter turnout, while Jharkhand saw 68.01 per cent, surpassing the 67.04 per cent turnout in the 2019

India do-not-miss India rejects Canadian media report claiming PM Modi knew of Nijjar plot

New Delhi: Describing it as a 'smear campaign', India categorically rejected a Canadian media report, claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had prior knowledge of the alleged plot to

OP-ED Trump's Term II - hope for revival of US global counter-terror commitments

Despite the significant efforts made by American presidents to counter global terrorism, many have faced criticism for failing to deliver on their commitments and promises. By Vipul Tamhane History looks at the American presidents with a question

humour Leaving America? Here's A Helpful Immigration Guide

Now that Donald Trump is heading back to the White House, many Americans are thinking of heading to another country. This is understandable. After all, millions of people immigrate to America and other countries to

lifestyle DECA - An Opportunity for Forming Connections as a High Schooler

By Krishiv Shah Charlotte, NC – From November 15–17, 2024, I had the privilege of joining over 2,500 DECA members in Charlotte, NC, for the DECA Power Trip, an event that left a lasting impression on

Anuvrat-Movement Deny Goldman Animal Alliance’s bid to privatize Hempstead Animal Shelter

By John Di Leonardo Jain pinjrapoles were the first animal shelters in the world. Dating back 2,500 years, pinjrapoles have treated wild and domestic animals alike, offering medicines, painkillers, hospice, or temporary shelter to animals in

Spiritual-Awareness Pramukh Swami Maharaj: An Epitome of Faith

Born to an Indian father and an American mother, Ronald Patel had established himself as a distinguished Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist. In the 1990s, he was highly respected as the Sunday Editor of the Philadelphia Enquirer. In 1991,

holistic-life do-not-miss Embrace yoga's 5 vital forces

By Atul Vyas Before entering into the deep, the most powerful and effective science of pranayama, it is important to understand the technical terms often used in pranayama. In my last column, I had mentioned the key

holistic-life do-not-miss Use knowledge as a transformative tool

Accept the world as it is, prioritize essentials, maintain awareness, and learn from others as practical tools for stress management New Delhi: Chinmaya Mission, one of the largest spiritual organizations in the country that works globally,

sports BGT 2024-25: Australia-India rivalry not far behind the Ashes

Perth: Former skipper Ricky Ponting compared the rivalry between Australia and India to that of the Ashes (Australia-England), stating that these two series are the battles in world cricket that everyone looks forward to seeing. The

sports Hardik reclaims top T20I all-rounder spot

Dubai: India's all-rounder Hardik Pandya has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Men's T20I All-Rounder Rankings. Meanwhile, rising star Tilak Varma has made a meteoric rise into the top 10 batters as the ICC

sports do-not-miss Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: India defend title

Rajgir (Bihar): India secured the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against China in the final here. Deepika’s decisive back-handed strike in the third quarter proved to be the difference,

subcontinent do-not-miss Sri Lankan President installs new cabinet after poll win

Colombo: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake sworn in a new 21-member Cabinet, following landslide win for his party in the recent parliamentary elections. Dissanayake will directly oversee key ministries, including Defense, Finance, Planning, and

subcontinent do-not-miss Yunus denies violence against Hindus in Bangladesh

Dhaka: Downplaying recent violence against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh, Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus described it as "exaggerated propaganda" with political motives aimed at destabilizing the nation. Yunus acknowledged that violence occurred but insisted it

subcontinent do-not-miss Imran Khan gets bail in Toshakhana case

Islamabad: A high court in Pakistan has granted bail to incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan in the second Toshakhana case. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, after concluding the hearing, accepted

subcontinent do-not-miss Terrorism main issue with Pakistan: India's UN envoy

New York: The first issue in engaging with Pakistan is the cessation of terrorism, India's UN Ambassador said, emphasizing that India has been a long-standing victim of cross-border and global terrorism and has zero tolerance

business do-not-miss Exports of gems, jewelry from India see over 9% growth

New Delhi: The overall gross exports of gems and jewelry from India stood at Rs 25,194 crore in October, a growth of 9.18 per cent compared to Rs 22,857.16 crore in the same month last

business India insulated to Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs

Mumbai: Among the emerging markets (EMs), India has the "least sensitivity" to US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs and higher interest rates, global brokerage CLSA's chief equity strategist Alexander Redman said. Redman, who spoke at the

business do-not-miss India rated fastest growing G20 economy

New Delhi: India is projected to be the fastest growing economy among the G20 countries with a 7 percent GDP growth rate for 2024, followed by Indonesia in the second spot with 5 percent while

WORLD do-not-miss US embassy in Ukraine shut over air attack fears

As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine reached its 1000th day, Kyiv struck Moscow with American ATACMS missiles. Kyiv: The US embassy in Kyiv was shut down for a day over concerns of a “potential significant

WORLD do-not-miss Netanyahu makes rare visit to Gaza

Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a rare visit to Palestine's Gaza on November 20, where the Israeli military is engaged in a bloody war with Hamas militants. Netanyahu has said that his

WORLD new-york do-not-miss European nations advise citizens on war preparedness

New York: Several European countries have begun advising their citizens to be ready for war even as Russia and Ukraine witnessed a grim milestone recently - the 1,000th day of conflict. Sweden, Finland, Norway and

health do-not-miss US reports new E coli outbreak linked to organic carrots

Los Angeles: The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Sunday warned of a new E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots.  At least 39 people infected with the disease have been reported from

health Air pollution spikes inflammation in patients with heart disease

New Delhi: Patients with heart disease, specifically those with heart failure, are especially vulnerable to the impacts of air pollution and poor air quality and can take steps to protect themselves, a new study has

health do-not-miss Developing countries more vulnerable to antimicrobial resistance: WHO

New Delhi: Developing countries are more vulnerable to antimicrobial resistance -- a global health concern affecting the effectiveness of life-saving medicines and the management of infectious diseases worldwide, said Saima Wazed, World Health Organization (WHO)

health do-not-miss Health Ministry, Johns Hopkins University to tackle paediatric TB in India

New Delhi: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Johns Hopkins University have launched initiatives accelerating tuberculosis (TB) elimination in India.  Johns Hopkins researchers launched the TB-Free Schools Initiative to address the increasing number of

arts-culture do-not-miss Pushkar Mela | A celebration of culture, color, tradition

From cultural camel shows and thrilling competitions to mesmerizing Deepdan and soulful music performances, the annual Pushkar Camel Fair, or Pushkar Mela, recently drew to a close in Rajasthan. Hosted in the serene town of

WORLD do-not-miss Learned a lot from India's G20 experience: Brazilian President

Rio de Janeiro: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva acknowledged in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the country had "learned a lot" from the Indian experience to organise the two-day

WORLD do-not-miss PM Modi has farewell meeting with Joe Biden

Rio de Janeiro: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a farewell meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit with US President Joe Biden, who is completing his term in January, capping four years of cooperation.  “Always

WORLD do-not-miss 'Back to basics, march to future’: PM Modi

Rio de Janeiro: After he asserted in Nigeria's Abuja that stepping out of the comfort zone, innovating and creating new paths has now become the very essence of today's India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC awards Inaugural Vision Zero Research Award for Excellence in Traffic Safety Research

Researchers are recognized for quality research that advances understanding of road safety challenges Studies applicable and actionable to New York City and municipal road safety New York: New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis

new-york health do-not-miss Lung cancer awareness month: NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue marks 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy

The hospital has performed nearly 900 robotic-assisted surgeries across several specialties in one year and more than 3,000 surgeries since 2017 New York, NY: NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue announced today that it has performed its 100th

entertainment do-not-miss 'Wildfire': Rajamouli praises 'Pushpa 2' trailer

The highly-anticipated film, starring Allu Arjun, is slated to hit theatres on December 5. Renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli, known for the 'Baahubali' franchise, has praised the 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' trailer, an exhilarating two-minute-48-second clip, which

entertainment do-not-miss Rakesh Roshan announces retirement from direction

Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, who is currently focused on his role as a producer, confirmed his retirement from directing and shared that he will be producing the superhero film 'Krrish 4', starring his son Hrithik

entertainment do-not-miss No OTT platform buying Payal Kapadia's film?

Renowned filmmaker Hansal Mehta has voiced his frustration over the state of independent cinema in India, revealing that 'All We Imagine As Light', a film that won the Grand Prix award at the prestigious Cannes

entertainment do-not-miss Manoj Bajpayee’s film awarded at Leeds film fest

Manoj Bajpayee-starrer 'The Fable' has bagged the best film award at the 38th Leeds International Film Festival in the UK. 'The Fable', directed by writer-director Raam Reddy, won the award in the Constellation Feature Film

entertainment BOX OFFICE REPORT

Kanguva | According to early estimates, the Suriya-starrer minted Rs 3.15 crore nett in India on November 18, thereby taking the five-day collection to Rs 56.75 crore nett at the domestic box office. The Sabarmati Report

entertainment do-not-miss Gowariker named IFFI International Jury Chairperson

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Jury for this year's International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The filmmaker said he is honored to be a part of it. He

entertainment Kangana’s 'Emergency' to release on Jan 17

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut’s much-anticipated solo directorial debut, 'Emergency', finally got a new release date after multiple delays and controversies. Kangana, who also plays the lead role in the period political thriller, recently took to social

entertainment PM Modi praises 'The Sabarmati Report'

The film, directed by Dheeraj Sarna, delved into the 2002 tragedy which led to riots in several parts of Gujarat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has heaped praises on the film 'The Sabarmati Report', which focuses on

sports diplomacy Champions Trophy: India’s response to Pakistan’s deceptive diplomacy

The Indian government's decision to boycott the ICC Champions Trophy is logical and in national interest. It stems from backstabbing and breach of promise in the past by Pakistan. By K S Tomar An old phrase recorded

new-york do-not-miss The Parker Jewish Institute hosts sold-out gala at the Queens Museum

New Hyde Park, NY: The Parker Jewish Institute hosted a sold-out gala on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the iconic Queens Museum, in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Attended by leaders in the community, the annual

local-govt. do-not-miss Supporting Small Business and Working-Class People Through M/WBEs

By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC November 18, 2024 Since day one, our administration has had a clear mission: build a safer, more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers, and every day, we are delivering on that

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT opens next phase of 'The Arches', new inviting space on Manhattan side of Brooklyn Bridge

NEW YORK – New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that more public space on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge has opened today.  Earlier sections of that public space,

USA do-not-miss Ruma Devi to be 'Guest of Honor' at Smile Foundation USA gala

Texas: Dr. Ruma Devi, renowned for her contributions to Indian handicrafts and social initiatives, has been invited as the Guest of Honor at the second annual gala event organized by Smile Foundation USA. The grand

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC introduces first-ever civil service exams for multiple public safety positions

Applicants will be eligible for several career opportunities with just one exam and one application fee New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Commissioner Louis A. Molina

new-york do-not-miss Bridget G Brennan honored at AABANY's 16th Prosecutors Committee Reception

New York - November 13, 2024: The Prosecutors Committee of the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) hosted its 16th Anniversary Reception at the Appellate Division, First Department, 27 Madison Avenue, Manhattan today.

new-york do-not-miss NYC Health+Hospitals' post-acute care facilities earn 'high-performing' ratings

New York, NY – November 14, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that four of its five nursing homes have received a “high-performing” rating in at least one category by U.S. News & World

new-york do-not-miss Saurin Parikh to Lead 2025 Executive Team of FIA NY-NJ-CT-NE

Edison, New Jersey: On November 13, 2024, the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) convened its 2025 Election Cycle Meeting at Akbar Restaurant. The Election Commission, led by Chair Jayesh Patel and Co-Chairs Anand (Andy) Patel

e-paper November 16-22, 2024 | Vol. 17 Issue 30

USA Trump 2.0: India-US ties to get a boost

As Donald Trump’s second term is set to begin, the US-India relations remain a priority with a focus on countering China’s influence and expanding bilateral partnerships in key areas like defense, trade and technology. Washington: With

WORLD World leaders gear up for key global meets as Trump returns

New Delhi: As Donald Trump pushes for the ‘America First' agenda, world leaders are set to gather for two major summits — the APEC summit of 21 Asia-Pacific economies in Peru this week and a

WORLD Bitcoin soars past $90,000 over Trump promise

New Delhi: World’s largest cryptocurrency Bitcoin rallied its way to breach the $90,000-mark to hit its all-time high as President-elect Trump pledged to ease digital token norms. Trump, in his election campaign, said that he

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC DOT completes final phase of Queens Boulevard Redesign

New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the completion of the sixth and final phase of the city’s transformative, Vision Zero redesign of Queens Boulevard, once known as the “Boulevard

local-govt. do-not-miss Lavine responds to politicization of state education initiative

Glen Cove, NY: Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) has sent a letter to all Nassau County School Superintendents in response to the false characterization of the Department of Education’s Regionalization initiative as a state-led takeover

local-govt. do-not-miss NYC Health+Hospitals leaders recognized as champions of healthcare access

NYC Health + Hospitals on November 13, 2024, announced NYC Health + Hospitals/Community Care Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Nicole Jordan-Martin, NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Chief Executive Officer Svetlana Lipyanskaya, and MetroPlusHealth

local-govt. NYC leverages drone technology to enhance emergency response capability

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Interim Commissioner Tom Donlon on November 13, 2024, announced the “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, which leverages the latest in aerial

local-govt. Mayor Adams bans grilling in parks amidst fire risk and historic draught

Following a two-alarm forest fire in Prospect Park last night and continued wildfires in New Jersey last week, New York City Mayor Eric Adams took additional measures to mitigate increased fire risk amidst a historic

USA Trump, Biden discuss Ukraine, Mideast in first transition meeting

Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump met President Joe Biden November 13 in the Oval Office of the White House and assured the nation of a peaceful transition of power on January 20, 2025. This was

USA do-not-miss Pentagon secrets leaker gets 15-yr prison term

New York: Jack Teixeira, a 22-year-old member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, was sentenced to 15 years in prison this week for leaking classified US military documents online, including material related to Russia’s invasion

USA do-not-miss Republicans elect John Thune as Senate GOP leader

Washington: Republican senators have elected John Thune of South Dakota as their new leader, replacing Mitch McConnell. In the second-ballot round, Thune secured a majority with 29 votes from his colleagues, while his opponent, John

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New York: Popular yoga guru Sharath Jois passed away during a hiking trail, due to a heart attack, near the campus of the University of Virginia on Monday.  Jois was just 53 years old and

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Diwali celebrated at US Capitol, first major event after presidential elections

Washington, DC: More than two dozen lawmakers and eminent Indian Americans celebrated Diwali at the Capitol, the first major event at the US Congress after last week’s presidential elections.   The annual “Diwali at Capitol Hill”

U-S-A-National do-not-miss First Hindu Congresswoman is Trump’s pick for Director of National Intelligence

Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democrat and the first-ever Hindu elected to the US Congress, would serve as Director of National Intelligence in his second term.  "I am

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Musk, Ramaswamy to lead DOGE in Trump administration 2.0

Washington, DC: US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Tesla chief Elon Musk and millionaire entrepreneur-turned-politician Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in Trump administration 2.0.  Trump confirmed this in an official statement

entertainment Lawyer who issued death threat to SRK arrested

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entertainment Actor Delhi Ganesh dies at 80; honored with IAF ensign

Veteran Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh died in Chennai on November 9 due to age-related ailments. He was 80. Confirming the news of the actor's death, his son, Maha Devan, wrote, "We deeply regret to inform

entertainment do-not-miss Bollywood now filled with ‘boys’, not ‘men’: Ajay Devgn

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entertainment do-not-miss Ali Fazal to star in Hollywood film 'Rule Breakers'

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India do-not-miss Delhi HC sets aside govt order cancelling US professor's OCI card

New Delhi: The Delhi high court has set aside a central government order cancelling the Overseas Citizen of India card of a professor residing in the US on the allegation of being involved in "anti-India

India do-not-miss Nearly 65% turnout in 1st phase of Jharkhand polls

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India do-not-miss PM Modi to attend G20 Summit in Brazil on Nov 18

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WORLD do-not-miss Germany sets date for snap polls on Feb 23

Berlin: Germany will hold early elections on February 23 after the coalition government, led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, fell. The election date was confirmed after an agreement between Scholz’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the

WORLD do-not-miss Canada ends student visa program

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada claims that this change will not "adversely affect" international students. Ottawa: The Canadian government has ended the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program for foreign students which helped to streamline the

WORLD do-not-miss Hezbollah fires more than 165 rockets at Israel

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U-S-A-National do-not-miss Asian American Republican Coalition 2024: A Resounding Success

New Jersey: The Asian American Republican Coalition, popularly known as AARC, held a press conference on November 08, 2024, to congratulate President Donald J Trump on his historical, unprecedented, and landslide victory by securing a

U-S-A-National do-not-miss HinduPACT’s HinduVote Project congratulates Trump

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business do-not-miss Gold prices tumble as dollar strengthens against rupee

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business do-not-miss US oil drilling costs may reach $67-$70 per barrel by 2026 under Trump

New York: The Donald Trump presidency in the US could have a significant impact on the oil market, with potential growth largely dictated by price, according to a report.  Additional US oil production means a well

business do-not-miss Bitcoin may touch $100,000 by Jan end after Trump takes office

New Delhi: World’s biggest cryptocurrency Bitcoin is heading towards $100,000 amid President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance and promise for clearer cryptocurrency regulations.  The Bitcoin price was hovering around $91,773 apiece. Bitcoin price has surged more than

sports do-not-miss India women to play white-ball series against West Indies, Ireland

New Delhi: The India women’s cricket team will be playing white-ball games against West Indies and Ireland from December 15 to January 15, 2025, said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). West

sports do-not-miss PM Modi hails Pankaj Advani's 'phenomenal accomplishment’

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian ace player Pankaj Advani for becoming the world billiards champion for the 20th time. Advani clinched his 28th World Championship title (his 20th in Billiards) at the

sports do-not-miss T20I series: India beat South Africa by 11 runs

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India do-not-miss Rajnath Singh, Chinese counterpart likely to meet

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India do-not-miss UK reiterates support for India’s permanent seat at UNSC

United Nations: The United Kingdom (UK) reiterated its support for permanent membership for India in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as it called for reforms in the world body to ensure the global multilateral

Diaspora do-not-miss ‘Non-veg, alcohol’ at UK PM's Diwali party menu upsets Hindus

London: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Diwali reception at 10 Downing Street in London stirred a controversy after some British Hindus complained about the inclusion of non-vegetarian snacks and alcohol in the menu. According to

Diaspora do-not-miss Consular events cancelled in Canada amid threats

New Delhi: India's External Affairs Ministry confirmed the cancellation of some of the scheduled consular camps in Canada after the security agencies conveyed their "inability to provide minimum security protection" to the community camp organizers. On

Diaspora do-not-miss 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas to be held in Odisha

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subcontinent do-not-miss Taliban name student as Afghan envoy in Mumbai

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subcontinent do-not-miss Interpol help sought to repatriate Hasina from India

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subcontinent do-not-miss China pushes to join security efforts for its nationals in Pakistan

Beijing: China is pushing Pakistan to allow its own security staff to provide protection to thousands of its nationals working in the South Asian country, after a car bombing near Karachi’s airport that was seen

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health do-not-miss Indians now spending less from their pockets on health

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USA Trump wins in a landslide – how woke media, inept pollsters bungled it!

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new-york IAAC honors Dr Samin Sharma with 2024 Trailblazer Award

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WORLD do-not-miss ‘BRICS Pay’ Summit 2024: A success story or a flop folly?

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local-govt. Drought Management in NYC

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USA do-not-miss Indian Americans for Trump asks President-elect to fulfill campaign promises

Warren, NJ: The Political Action Committee (PAC) of Indian Americans for Trump which was formed in 2016, 2020, and 2024 feels very gratified by the victory of President Donald J. Trump not just because he

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Acting Corporation Counsel Muriel Goode-Trufant today announced that the City of New York has filed a federal lawsuit today against a major distributor of disposable

new-york NYC Health+Hospitals' Dr Amanda Johnson in Crain's New York Business' '40 Under 40' list

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USA Attacks on Hindu Mandirs in Brampton: A wake-up call for global Hindu community

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lifestyle Diwali and the Aftermath of Mental Health

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e-paper November 9-15, 2024 | Vol. 17 Issue 29

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USA Modi to Meloni: World hails Trump

Washington: As a defiant Donald Trump secured another term in the White House, world leaders from India to Italy and the UK to Ukraine started posting congratulatory messages on social media platforms, directing their envoys

India India-Canada ties hit rock bottom?

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humour Please Trust Me, Boss - I Am Really Sick

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A family has new hope for the holiday  Last fall was a particularly difficult time for little Aditya. It began with an unrelenting fever. The monsoon had ended in India and mosquitoes were rampant, so doctors

Indian-American Amid Trump's win, Krishnamoorthi seeks protection for Hindus in Bangladesh

Washington, DC: The Hindus in Bangladesh have faced attacks on their businesses and destruction of temples after the ouster of prime minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5.  Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Wednesday urged the US

U-S-A-National Indian-Americans demand arrest and prosecutions of attackers on Hindu temple in Canada

New York: Indian-Americans are expressing outrage and demanding justice following an attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada. They allege the attack was perpetrated by "Khalistani hoodlums" and criticize Canadian authorities for not preventing

India do-not-miss Shah Rukh Khan gets death threat, caller demands Rs 50 lakh

Mumbai: Police in Mumbai have registered a case against an unknown person after receiving a threatening call on a police landline number, warning of plans to kill Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan. The police have

India do-not-miss J&K Assembly passes resolution seeking dialogue on Article 370

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly passed a resolution this week asking the Centre to hold talks with elected representatives for restoration of Article 370, which grants a special status of the Union Territory. Jammu

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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the central government will bring a “national counter-terrorism policy and strategy” soon adding that a unified approach is required to fight “terrorism, terrorists and their ecosystem”. He

India 'An opportunity for India': Jaishankar on Trump’s second term

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New York: Microsoft has hired Jay Parikh, former global head of engineering at Meta, in its senior leadership team. Parikh will report to company CEO Satya Nadella. Parikh worked with Facebook (now Meta) for 11

U-S-A-National Photo of Sunita Williams’ ‘hollow cheeks’ spark health concerns

New York: NASA is facing rising concerns about the health of astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore, who have been held up on the International Space Station (ISS) for significantly longer than expected. What

Indian-American Indian-Americans laud Trump's victory; express optimism for global peace, boost to economy

Washington, DC: Eminent Indian Americans on Wednesday welcomed Donald Trump's re-election as the 47th president of the United States and assured him of working with him on several issues, including the US-India relationship.  "Congratulations to President

Indian-American ‘Samosa’ caucus expands: Six Indian Americans elected to US House

Washington: Six Indian Americans have won the elections to the House of Representatives, increasing their number from five in the current Congress. Indian-American lawyer Suhas Subramanyam created history by becoming the first from the community

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WORLD Canadian Hindus call for action against attacks

Toronto: Thousands of Hindus gathered in Canada to express their anger following repeated attacks on their temples in the country and pressed the Canadian administration to take stricter actions against the extremists attacking the religious

WORLD India stops consular camps in Canada, says lack of basic security

Ottawa: Days after a violent Khalistani mob stormed the premises of a Hindu temple in Canada's Brampton and attacked devotees, the Indian High Commission in Canada decided to cancel some of the planned consular camps. The

WORLD do-not-miss PM Modi slams 'deliberate' attack on Hindu temple in Canada

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the recent "deliberate attack" on a Hindu temple in Brampton in the Canadian province of Ontario, asking the government there to ensure justice and uphold the rule of

WORLD do-not-miss Germany's coalition govt collapses as finance chief sacked

Berlin: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner, leaving the government on the verge of collapse. Scholz said he would call a vote of confidence in his government early next year. According

WORLD do-not-miss At UN, India hits out at Pakistan over Kashmir issue

United Nations: Congress MP Rajeev Shukla, representing India, has hit out at Pakistan in the United Nations during a session for raking up the Kashmir issue yet again. Shukla, while referring to Pakistan, said its

WORLD do-not-miss Israel gets new defense, foreign ministers as war rages on

Tel Aviv: Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has appointed Foreign Minister Israel Katz to succeed Yoav Gallant as Defense Minister, while Gideon Saar has become the new Foreign Minister, the Prime Minister's office said. The

WORLD Bangladeshi forces crack down on Hindus after post sparks unrest

Tensions flared in Chittagong over a social media post by a member of the Islamic radical group Jamaat-e-Islami, which contained objectionable content against ISKCON and the Hindu religion. Dhaka: Tensions flared up in Bangladesh’s port city

newyork-state Bengali as a language finds place in New York's ballot papers

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newyork-state NYC public schools celebrate Diwali with a holiday

New York City public schools officially celebrated Diwali as a school holiday, marking a historic milestone that underscores the city’s dedication to cultural inclusivity and respect for the heritage of its South Asian communities.  According to

USA What does Trump’s win mean for the world

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USA Top quotes from Trump’s victory speech

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USA Biden, Harris congratulate Trump, offer ‘smooth transition’

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Anuvrat-Movement The best way to protect animals is to prevent them from being exploited

By John Di Leonardo Just days ago, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) raided the home of Mark and Daniela Longo in upstate New York, confiscating and killing a squirrel named P’Nut and

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was joined by ministers and community leaders as he celebrated Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas at Parliament Hill. (Photo courtesy: X@SoniaLiberal)   Canadian Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre celebrated Diwali with the Hindu

Diaspora do-not-miss British Indian Priti Patel picked as UK shadow Foreign Secy

London: Indian-origin former Home Secretary Priti Patel has been appointed shadow Foreign Secretary to the Conservative party leader Kemi Badenoch, who replaced Rishi Sunak and became the Conservative leader. The shadow foreign secretary will join

Diaspora do-not-miss Indo-Canadian man held for attack on singer AP Dhillon

Toronto: An Indian-origin man from Winnipeg has been charged for shooting at Punjab-origin artist AP Dhillon’s Colwood residence and two vehicle fires on Ravenwood Road in early September, the North Island Gazette reported. An arrest

Diaspora do-not-miss Indian-origin entrepreneur honored as outstanding immigrant in Germany

Berlin: Indian-origin entrepreneur Kapil Kumar has been honored with the prestigious “Outstanding Personalities with Migration Background” award by Grunberg Mayor Nargess Eskandari in Germany, The Statesman newspaper reported. “Kumar has been conferred with this award to

Diaspora UAE visa amnesty: Indian woman flies home after 22 years

Dubai: A 72-year-old Indian woman, hailing from Andhra Pradesh, has become one of the biggest beneficiaries of the UAE’s visa amnesty. Eada Ratna Kumari, who worked as a housemaid, flew home after 22 years with

USA Indian-origin Usha Vance set to become second lady of US

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new-york do-not-miss Lung Cancer Awareness Month: NYC Health+Hospitals celebrates 10000+ cancer screenings in two years

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USA World leaders hail Trump’s return as US President

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USA Elon Musk a 'super genius', says Trump

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USA Axis My America predicts US presidential election results spot on

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USA Krishnamoorthi claims re-election victory - Pledges to continue bipartisan work on behalf of all Illinoisans 

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USA Epidemic of gun violence in US: Prayers, flowers, candles are futile

By Dr Shailendra Palvia Gun violence is a leading cause of deaths in the United States. Till October 24, 2024, the gun violence statistics are absolutely alarming: 13,808 homicides; 26,379 injuries; 428 mass shootings; in the

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>> SINGHAM AGAIN earned Rs 17.50 crore on its first Monday, November 4, after a strong opening weekend (Rs 121 crore). The film maintains its box office lead over 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', earning Rs 139.25

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By Eric Adams, Mayor - NYC November 4, 2024 Last week in New York City, a young girl died, and another was seriously injured while illegally riding on top of a moving subway train. As New Yorkers

USA do-not-miss Protection of Hindus, religious minorities in Bangladesh: Congressman Krishnamoorthi meets top US State Dept officials

Washington, DC: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi met with US State Department officials regarding protection of Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangaladesh. He issued the following statement after the meet:  “Today, I was briefed by the State

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politics Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel — the fearless voice of India

India celebrated Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 149 birth anniversary as National Unity Day on October 31. Known as the ‘Iron Man of India’, Patel served as India’s first home minister and deputy prime minister. By Bhuvan Lall It

lifestyle Take care of your bones, and they will take care of you

According to WHO, osteoporosis is a leading cause of fractures in old age, with an estimated 200 million people worldwide suffering from it. By Himanshu Rath Bone health is a critical but often overlooked aspect of aging.

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The American Telugu Association (ATA) has presented a $25,000 check to the American Red Cross to support hurricane victims. As a member of the Board of Trustees, it was a privilege to help initiate this

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On Nov 1, 2024, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visited the Bharatiya Temple in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania to celebrate Diwali, which is one of the most important holidays of the year amongst South Asians that is

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October saw City’s second longest rainless streak in recorded history  New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala issued a citywide drought watch amid a

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arts-culture Plan your Diwali indulgence

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arts-culture Post Diwali detox tips

Diwali is a festival of light and happiness, and this day is celebrated with sweets and tasty pakwans. Perhaps in the older times, people never had to worry about post-festival detox or post festive weight

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USA

“As President, I have been honored to host the biggest Diwali receptions ever at the White House," Joe Biden said as he addressed the Indian American community at the Diwali event in The White House.

USA US set for next POTUS

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arts-culture Postage stamps celebrating the arrival of Diwali

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Washington: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has confirmed that North Korea had sent troops to Russia to support its war against Ukraine, with some already deployed in Russia's Kursk region. “Today, I can confirm

WORLD do-not-miss 20 British MPs urge govt to push for Imran Khan’s release

London: A group of 20 British MPs, cutting across party lines, have urged UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to advocate with the Pakistan government for the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan from

WORLD do-not-miss Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as Nasrallah's successor

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USA do-not-miss 6 in 10 Indian Americans likely to vote for Harris: Carnegie survey

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace survey found a notable rise in support for Donald Trump, particularly among younger men. New York: A new survey has suggested that 61 per cent of Indian Americans will vote

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Washington: Americans have become more optimistic about the future of both the labour market and the broader US economy, according to the latest Consumer Confidence Index survey. The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index increased in October

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newyork-state Cancer surgeon Shahriyour Andaz to receive prestigious Mary Pearson Award

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Indian-Community do-not-miss BJANA hosts a spectacular Diwali celebration

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newyork-state One World Trade Center illuminates with Diwali colors and animation

One World Trade Center, located at 285 Fulton Street and prominently visible from the West Side Highway, showcased a vibrant display of animated imagery celebrating Diwali on Tuesday, October 29th, from 6:00PM to 2:00AM. This

newyork-state World Vegan Vision promotes veganism at ‘Diwali at Gracie Mansion’

On October 24, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams welcomed more than 1000 guests to a lively reception celebrating Diwali at Gracie Mansion. This significant event provided a wonderful opportunity for various communities to unite in celebration

India do-not-miss Soldiers celebrate Diwali along LoC amid heightened vigilance

Srinagar: Miles away from their homes, the Army jawans and officers have begun celebrating Diwali at the Line of Control (LoC) - a 740 km-long military demarcation line that separates the Indian and Pakistani-controlled parts

India do-not-miss Ukraine president reaffirms trust in PM Modi to help ‘end war’

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said negotiations between Ukraine and Russia can be held in India. New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has huge value and the power to influence the end

India do-not-miss US refutes reports of expelling Indian diplomats

Washington: The US State Department has denied reports stating that Washington has expelled Indian diplomats amid tensions between India and Canada. At a press briefing this week, State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said he was

India do-not-miss Poll body rejects Congress’ allegations of irregularities in Haryana elections

New Delhi: The  Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected allegations leveled by the Congress party over the irregularities in the recent Haryana elections, calling them “baseless, misplaced, and devoid of facts". The commission, in

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The ‘Run for Unity', held on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be organized across India on October 29. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the people of the country to

politics do-not-miss Patel's 150th birth anniversary to be celebrated for 2 years: Amit Shah

New Delhi: Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday announced that the government will celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, on October 31 next year, with two-year nationwide celebrations from 2024 to

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politics do-not-miss India faced challenges in every era but had heroes like Sardar Patel: PM Modi

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business do-not-miss India, Spain put high-speed rail collaboration on fast track

New Delhi/Madrid: India and Spain have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of rail transport that is expected to boost collaboration in the planning, deployment, operation and maintenance of high-speed

business do-not-miss Tata-Airbus manufacturing facility puts India on global aerospace map: Modi

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sports do-not-miss Chirag Chikkara wins gold as India end campaign with 9 medals

Tirana: The 18-year-old, Chirag Chikkara clinched a gold medal in the men’s freestyle 57kg category on the final day at the U23 World Wrestling Championships in Tirana, Albania marking India’s only gold at the event. His

sports do-not-miss PM Modi on Barcelona’s win over Real Madrid

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sports do-not-miss New Zealand end India’s 12-year home Test dominance

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USA The world is watching, waiting, holding its collective breath!

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Regardless of who is elected and comes to power, the chances of cooperation between India and the United States for helping international causes will grow. By Rajesh Mehta This year's US Presidential elections will be consequential with

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USA Do we really have any true say or power?

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WORLD Modi, Xi vow to maintain border peace

Mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity key to future of India-China ties, PM Narendra Modi tells President Xi Jinping during their first bilateral meeting in five years. Kazan (Russia): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi

USA US election enters final lap

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are neck-and-neck across seven battleground states that can swing in favor of either candidate, latest surveys say. Washington: With only a few days to go before the US presidential elections, voters

WORLD Decide your future by Oct 28: Liberal MPs tell Trudeau

Toronto: Facing immense pressure from within his own party, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has now been given an ultimatum by dissident Liberal MPs to decide his future by October 28, according to reports. Internal

WORLD do-not-miss Over 30 nations expressed desire to join BRICS: Putin

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WORLD No place for double standards on terrorism, terror financing: PM Modi

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WORLD BRICS calls for ceasefire in Gaza, denounces Israel for 'mass killings'

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Organ donation saved lives of 3,000 New Yorkers last year  Governor Kathy Hochul on Oct 23, 2024, announced that for the first time, more than 50 percent of the eligible New York population has registered to

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On October 15, 2024, Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts (FCCA), a.k.a Flushing Town Hall celebrated its 45th year enriching Queens’ vibrant cultural landscape at its Sapphire Gala fundraiser. The event commemorated FCCA’s long-standing

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Thanks to $2 M city investment, delivery workers can stay safe from lithium-ion battery fires   This week, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced final rules governing the city’s first-in-the-nation municipal trade-in pilot program for

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Georgia teen Sirish Subash named ‘America’s Top Young Scientist’ for pesticide detection device

New York: Sirish Subash, a ninth grader from Snellville, Georgia, has been named “America’s Top Young Scientist” after winning first place in the prestigious 3M and Discovery Education Middle School Science Competition. The young Indian

U-S-A-National Aaron 'Ronnie' Chatterji appointed OpenAI’s first Chief Economist

New York: Aaron “Ronnie” Chatterji, a professor of business and public policy at Duke University, has been appointed as OpenAI’s first Chief Economist. With an impressive career spanning both academia and government, including roles in

U-S-A-National Google appoints Prabhakar Raghavan as new Chief Technologist

New York: Google has named Prabhakar Raghavan as its new Chief Technologist. Previously serving as Senior Vice President overseeing Google Search, Assistant, Geo, Ads, Commerce, and Payments products, Raghavan has stepped into his new role,

U-S-A-National Indian American Republican leaders slam Kamala Harris on policy issues

Washington, DC: Three Indian American Republican leaders -- Bobby Jindal, Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy -- have slammed Vice President Kamala Harris, who is running for president on the Democratic ticket, over her allegedly flawed

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Indian American Harris supporters launch Bollywood-themed video

New York: An Indian American Democratic fundraiser on Thursday released a new digital video titled "I WILL VOTE FOR KAMALA HARRIS-TIM WALZ" to rally the South Asian voters in key battleground states.  The Bollywood-inspired video, set

U-S-A-National do-not-miss HinduPACT’s HinduVote initiative launches new website for candidate evaluation

Aims to empower Hindu voters across the U.S with in-depth insights into candidates  Chicago, IL: HinduPACT’s HinduVote, a voter and candidate education initiative of the World Hindu Council of America (VHPA), has launched a groundbreaking website

USA Trump raps UK Labour Party for ‘election interference’

New York: Donald Trump’s campaign has accused British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party of “blatant foreign interference” in the US presidential election, following reports that some Labour volunteers traveled to assist Kamala Harris’ campaign. Trump’s

USA Trump, Harris trade bitter barbs as election day nears

Washington: With less than two weeks to go for the presidential elections, Republican nominee Donald Trump hit back at his Democrat rival Kamala Harris, saying she is 'losing badly', especially after stealing the race from

USA Key dates and events

As American voters get ready to elect their representative between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on November 5, here are some of the key dates and events related to the US

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New York, NY: World Vegan Vision recently held a successful event on October 19, 2024, at the Asa’mai Temple, spotlighting the vital connection between heart health and a plant-based lifestyle. The keynote speaker, renowned cardiologist

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New Delhi, India: The growing influence of physicians of Indian heritage is evident, as they are increasingly recognized and they hold critical positions in healthcare, academic, research, and administration across the United States. Their hard

U-S-A-National do-not-miss Indian Americans hesitant to vote for Harris says Democratic community leader

Washington, DC: Senior Indian American leader Swadesh Chatterjee has said the community is hesitant to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 election as she has not developed a base among them

India do-not-miss US seeks ‘meaningful accountability’ in India’s Khalistan plot probe

Washington: The US has said it would not be fully satisfied until there is “meaningful accountability” resulting from India’s investigations into the alleged foiled plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil. The

India do-not-miss More than 70 Indian flights receive fresh bomb threats

Several flights, including some international routes, have been diverted as a result of these threats, further complicating the situation. New Delhi: As many as 70 flights operated by Indian airlines received fresh bomb threats on October

India No country, whether US or China, can ignore India: Nirmala Sitharaman

The Finance Minister is in Washington to attend the annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. Washington: Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman has said that no country,

newyork-state South Street Seaport Museum to offer full day of free admission on Nov1 for Diwali

New York: South Street Seaport Museum presents Diwali Celebration on Friday, November 1, 2024 from 11am-6pm. Join the Seaport Museum and The Culture Tree for a full day of free Seaport Museum admission and festive

newyork-state Harvard alumnus-led educational initiative intends to change perception of Bihar

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New-Jersey Tirlok Malik’s On Golden Years to feature at prestigious Teaneck Film Festival 2024

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sports Bilateral hockey series: India lose 2-0 to Germany in first match

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sports 1st Test: New Zealand’s first Test win in India since 1988

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lifestyle Golfing for a Greener Tomorrow

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Anuvrat-Movement Cherish the relationships you have

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Diaspora do-not-miss ‘Go back to India’: Indian-origin man faces racism in Canada

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Diaspora do-not-miss PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indians in Russia

Moscow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the members of the Indian community and Russian citizens as he landed in Kazan this week to attend the 16th BRICS Summit. The people who

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subcontinent do-not-miss Pakistan sanctions PKR 1 cr to rebuild Hindu temple in Punjab province

The temple's restoration will finally provide Narowal's Hindu community with a place to perform religious rituals. Islamabad: A budget of one crore Pakistani rupees has been allocated to reconstruct the Baoli Sahib Hindu temple at Zafarwal

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WORLD do-not-miss 'Not our king!': King Charles heckled by Australian senator

Canberra: King Charles’ speech in Australia’s Parliament earlier this week was interrupted by a protest from Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe. Shortly after the King had finished speaking, Thorpe shouted from the back of the hall,

WORLD do-not-miss South Korea warns it may supply arms to Ukraine

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WORLD MIDEAST WAR | Top Developments

>> A late night strike on October 22 killed 18 people near a Beirut hospital, bringing the overall toll in Lebanon since September 23 to at least 1,552, according to an AFP tally of health

WORLD Top Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's successor dead: Israel

Jerusalem: Israel Defense Forces have confirmed it had killed Hashem Safieddine, the successor to late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah who was eliminated last month in an Israeli attack targeting the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group. "Hashem Safieddine,

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entertainment Stardom is dead with the advent of social media: Kajol

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entertainment do-not-miss 'Pushpa 2' earns Rs 1085 crore in pre-release collection

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entertainment October's most-watched OTT releases

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e-paper October 19-25, 2024 | Vol 17, Issue 26

columns LETTER TO THE EDITOR

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India India, Pak should discuss differences, improve ties: Nawaz Sharif

New Delhi: Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that both countries should “pick up the threads of their conversation” and move forward as good neighbors. Sharif praised the visit of External Affairs Minister

USA 17 days to US election: Where do Harris, Trump stand?

New York: It’s less than three weeks to what could be a defining moment for the US — the re-election of a former President or a woman smashing the glass ceiling — and it’s a

diplomacy Pannun murder plot: US charges former Indian official

Washington: The United States has charged former Indian intelligence officer, Vikash Yadav, for allegedly orchestrating a failed plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, residing in New York City. The development comes hours after India

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Amid an escalating diplomatic row with India, the accusations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are probably way too big to be deemed true. New Delhi/Ottawa: The diplomatic showdown between the Indian and Canadian governments

USA Trump describes Jan 6 Capitol riots as 'day of love'

Florida: Former US President and Republican Party candidate Donald Trump has said that January 6, 2021, was a “day of love” and nothing wrong happened during the Capitol riots. He made the remarks after a