July 2017 — Page 5 of 11 — The Indian Panorama

After globalization’s promise

Jul 21, 2017 - 7:08 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

“Recognizing the diminished tempo of globalization, India’s economic policymakers must address the growth of the home market, which is the demand for goods and services emanating from within the country. The immediate points of action […]

An Unfazed Jeff Sessions decides to stay on despite Trump’s annoyance with him

Jul 21, 2017 - 6:59 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he plans to stay on the job. That wouldn’t be news except that in an interview with The New York Times, July 19, President Trump openly criticized Sessions […]

OJ Simpson Granted Parole

Jul 21, 2017 - 6:23 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Early release from Prison in early October likely NEVADA (TIP): A Nevada parole board, on July 20, unanimously granted O.J. Simpson early release from the Lovelock Correctional Center. The former football star could be free […]

Dream Hotel Group Signs New Delhi Location

Jul 21, 2017 - 6:16 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Dream New Delhi to Feature 187 Keys and Food Hall Concept by Renowned Chef Todd English NEW YORK CITY, NY (TIP): Renowned hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group, on July 17, signed a […]

FIA hosts farewell reception for Ambassador Riva Ganguly Das

Jul 21, 2017 - 6:11 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

FORDS, NJ (TIP): The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut in collaboration with the Indian American community, hosted a farewell reception July 18 for Riva Ganguly Das, India’s Consul […]

Trump’s son, son-in-law, former campaign manager to appear before US Senate Committee

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:59 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

To answer Lawmakers’ questions about the Trump campaign’s Russian connection in 2016 Elections WASHINGTON (TIP): President Donald Trump’s son Donald Trump Jr, son-in-law Jared Kushner and former campaign manager Paul Manafort have been asked to […]

Amazon sells Hanuman leggings despite past Hindu protests on trivializing Hindu gods

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:47 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEVADA (TIP): Upset Hindus are seeking apology and urging online retailer Amazon.com for the immediate withdrawal of leggings carrying images of Hindu deity Lord Hanuman; calling it highly inappropriate. “Hanuman the Great” Women’s Leggings are […]

Zee making the world a better place says FCC’s Ajit Pai

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:45 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON D.C. (TIP): Zee entertainment launched an annual program to identify and honor individuals and organizations who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the media & entertainment sector. Chairman Ajit Pai, was conferred with the inaugural […]

Indian American Congresswoman Jayapal, Congressman Cicilline Introduce Resolution of Inquiry for Release of Documents Pertaining to Possible Obstruction of Justice

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:43 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): After the Department of Justice released a heavily redacted, single-page document confirming that Attorney General Jeff Sessions lied to the FBI about his contacts with the Russian government, House Judiciary Committee members, Representatives […]

Indian American Congressman’s Amendment to Review Integrity of White House Security Clearances passed unanimously

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:39 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Oversight Committee on July 19 successfully introduced an amendment ordering a review of White House security clearance procedures by requiring the National Background Investigations Bureau to […]

Indian pharma companies with their plants in the US make it big

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:36 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW YORK (TIP): An Economic Times report says the US markets account for over 40 percent of the total revenue of the top four Indian drug makers. Many members of the Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA) […]

Ram Nath Kovind elected as the 14th President of India

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:25 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW DELHI (TIP): Ram Nath Kovind has won the presidential election after securing over two-thirds of the total electoral college votes. Mr Kovind will be sworn-in as the 14th President of India on July 25. […]

Indian Origin Man Sentenced for Citizenship Fraud

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:20 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW YORK (TIP): An Indian American Gurpreet Singh (37) of Watertown, New York, was sentenced on July 14 in federal court in Syracuse to three months in prison to be followed by three years of […]

Indian American Golfer Sahith Theegala wins Sahalee Players Championship

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:17 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

SAN JOSE (TIP): Indian American Golfer Sahith Theegala of Chino Hills, Calif. birdied the first playoff hole to win the 23rd Sahalee Players Championship (SPC), outlasting Min Woo Lee of Australia. The elite amateur championship […]

Indian origin Barot and Pandya plead guilty in India-Based Multimillion Dollar Call Center Scam Targeting US Victims

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:15 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

AUSTIN (TIP): On July 19, An Indian national and a Texas man each pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges for their respective roles in liquidating and laundering victim payments generated through a massive telephone impersonation fraud […]

Indian American Organization HAF Helps Serve Pakistani Refugees with Medical Services

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:13 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): The Hindu America Foundation (HAF) in partnership with the Sindhi Alliance, recently provide critical medical services to Pakistani Hindu refugees living in makeshift settlements and camps in Jodhpur, India. HAF raised $17,600, which […]

Indian Americans among top investors in residential property in US

Jul 21, 2017 - 5:08 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

MUMBAI (TIP): A Times of India report published July 21 says that the pall of gloom owing to protectionist policies has not kept Indians residing in the US from investing in real estate. By purchasing […]

Indian Americans

Fourteen Indian Americans to receive M&A Emerging Leaders Awards

Jul 21, 2017 - 4:40 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW YORK (TIP): Fourteen Indian Americans will receive this year’s M&A Advisor Emerging Leaders Awards. They are – Weil Goshal & Manager LLP. Partner Sachin Kohli, Deloitte Consulting LLP Senior Manager Karthik Krishnamoorthy, Kaley Jessen PC LLD […]

Debate Why Hinduwadis are obsessed with Cow?

Jul 21, 2017 - 4:32 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Cow is not sacred and beef is not forbidden to Hindus, according to Vedas The author finds no mention in Hindu scriptures about cow being referred to as “mother” or as “holy”. He finds no […]

Google Earth to let users post stories and photos

Jul 18, 2017 - 10:58 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

RIO DE JANEIRO (TIP): Alphabet Inc wants users to post millions of stories, video and photos on its Google Earth platform in the next few years, the programme chief said at a launch event in Brazil for content focused on […]

SECURITY AGENCIES’ ALERT CALL ON 100% FDI IN DOMESTIC AIRLINES

Jul 18, 2017 - 10:40 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW DELHI (TIP): The security agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau (IB), have raised concerns over the Centre’s decision to allow 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in domestic airlines’ operations. Recently, Union Home Secretary Rajiv Mehrishi chaired a meeting to […]

FLIPKART COULD OFFER $900 to 950 MILLION FOR SNAPDEAL

Jul 18, 2017 - 10:38 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW DELHI (TIP): E-commerce major Flipkart is expected to make a revised offer of USD 900-950 million for buying rival Snapdeal, according to sources. The new offer almost matches the initial asking price of USD 1 billion for […]

SENSEX PAST 32K NIFTY AT NEW PEAK

Jul 18, 2017 - 10:33 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

‘First-time-ever’ records continue to tumble as rally continues on BSE and NSE Mumbai, July 13: The Sensex today went past the 32,000- mark for the first time ever, soaring over 232 points, and the Nifty closed at a […]

Top CEOs vote to take US India Business Council out of US chamber

Jul 18, 2017 - 10:28 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): The board of the US-India Business Council comprising CEOs of some top American companies has voted to sever ties with the powerful US Chamber of Commerce, laying bare years of simmering tensions, including over clashing policy priorities. […]

VENUS ECLIPSES HOME FAVOURITE KONTA, TO MEET MUGURUZA IN FINAL

Jul 16, 2017 - 10:56 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

LONDON (TIP): Five-time champion Venus Williams rolled back the years to reach her first Wimbledon final since 2009 with a clinically executed 6-4 6-2 victory over British hope Johanna Konta on July 13 (Thursday). Konta was looking to become the […]

Month: July 2017