STARTALK programs run by Hindi Sangam Foundation attracts increasing number of students
NEW YORK (TIP): For the second consecutive year Hindi Sangam Foundation conducted its summer Hindi program at Franklin High School in New Jersey. Known as SANGAM-FRANKLIN STARTALK HINDI PROGRAM 2017, this unique venture signifies the […]
USCIS Resumes H-1B Premium Processing for Certain Cap-Exempt Petitions
WASHINGTON (TIP): U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on July 24 announced that it will resume premium processing for certain cap-exempt H-1B petitions effective immediately. The H-1B visa has an annual cap of 65,000 visas […]
Regenerative properties of Liver help tackle Hepatitis
Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver; it can cause either acute and chronic infection or inflammation. Liver is one of the few organs in the body with regenerative properties. Hepatitis is a group of infectious […]
Sodexo’s Global Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Rohini Anand Appointed New Chair of the Catalyst Board of Advisors
WASHINGTON (TIP): Indian American Dr. Rohini Anand, senior vice president corporate responsibility and Global Chief Diversity Officer for Sodexo, a leading provider of sustainable, integrated facilities management and food service operations, has been appointed as […]
Indian American Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, joins Alphabet’s Board of Directors
SAN JOSE (TIP): Google’s Indian American CEO Sundar Pichai is joining parent company Alphabet’s board, according to an announcement on July 24 from the company. “Sundar has been doing a great job as Google’s CEO, […]
Vegetarian Vision Kick off for annual Convention emphasized importance of Vegetarianism
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The press conference and the kick off ceremony for the annual convention of the Vegetarian Vision, being held on September 9 and 10, was held at the Indian Consulate, on July […]
NYS Resolution on 100th Anniversary of Abolition of Indian Indentureship presented to Consul General Riva Ganguly Das
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): New York State Assemblyman David Weprin, accompanied by Indian Diaspora Council International (IDC), presented to Ambassador. Riva Ganguly Das the NYS Resolution #701 adopted by NYS Legislature on June 21, 2017 […]
Ambassador Riva Ganguly Das in her farewell
“Thank you for the tremendous support I got from you”, said Ambassador Riva Ganguly Das in her farewell to Community NEW YORK CITY (TIP): The Indian Consulate in New York organized an official farewell for […]
Dream Hotel Group Signs New Delhi Location
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
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 […]
Zaheer Dravid fine complements to Shastri upon being announced as the new coaches
After some uncertainty and confusion, Ravi Shastri has been appointed the head coach of the Indian cricket team. Shastri’s appointment was a foregone conclusion because of the good vibes he shares with captain Virat Kohli; […]
US decision to delay startup visas to impact Indian entrepreneurs
NEW DELHI (TIP): After the Donald Trump administration‘s intended tightening of the work visa rules that has come as a blow to the Indian IT companies, the US government’s latest announcement to delay the so-called […]
Trump arrived in Paris to a red carpet welcome with Russia in tow
PARIS (TIP): France rolled out the red carpet, July 13, to welcome Donald Trump on a presidential visit laden with military pomp that the White House hopes will offer respite from a growing scandal back […]
Change of Guard at the Indian Consulate in New York
Sandeep Chakravorty to replace Riva Ganguly Das as Consul General NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Sandeep Chakravorty, India’s current Ambassador to Peru will be the next Consul General of India in New York, according to information […]
Government shutdown in the State of New Jersey: Republican Governor Christie’s Legacy
The move comes after New Jersey lawmakers failed to pass a budget by the annual deadline By I.S. Saluja TRENTON, NJ (TIP): As if the existing woes were not enough for Chris Christie who is […]