Author: TGI News Service
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We are safe – an email from Christchurch
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“We are all okay and safe, and our home too is in good shape,” writes Shirish Paranjape from Christchurch. “We have now spent two nights at home after the earthquake on Tuesday 12:50 am.” “At home, we have power, water, phone and internet. Petrol stations are running. Some supermarkets are now…
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No word about Indians affected in earthquake
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While there have been unconfirmed reports of eight Indians having died in the Christchurch earthquake, there is no official confirmation yet. The New Zealand police are likely to release the list of people affected by the Christchurch earthquake today. According to a report by a local Indian radio station in…
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Two Kiwis return home from Cricket World Cup
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The New Zealand cricket team participating in the ICC Cricket World Cup in India will be short of two staff members. Dayle Shackel, the physiotherapist for the team, and trainer Bryan Stronach are returning to New Zealand to be with their families after the recent Christchurch earthquake extensively damaged their…
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Indians stranded in Libya while families wait anxiously
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As the political crisis worsens in Libya, the fate of over 18,000 Indians stranded there still hang in limbo. The family members of Indians in Libya are worried for their safe return. Â While the Indian government said it trying its best for possible evacuation of the stranded Indians in Libya,…
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Call for prayers for Christchurch victims
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Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, called for prayers for the victims of Christchurch earthquake. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, said that his heart and thoughts go to the victims’ families, injured, rescuers and relief workers. “May God grant them strength,…
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What makes Sachin Tendulkar the best cricketer?
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There are world’s greatest sportsmen and there’s Sachin Tendulkar. In a cricket career spanning more than two decades, the master blaster has virtually put his mark on every possible cricket record. If cricket is a religion in a billion-strong India, then Sachin Tendulkar is the most-worshipped God. He epitomises class,…
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Where Katrina Kaif comes before Sachin
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India might be a cricket-crazy country, but there’s something Indians love more than cricket – it is Bollywood. At least that’s the indication of the Google’s Zeitgeist, which is the search engine company’s barometer for hot searches for 2010. In the Google Zeitgeist list of fastest rising people in 2010…
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Two Bollywood and news channels now in the US
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Indians living in the US will now have access to two of India’s leading television channels. English news channel, TIMES NOW, and Bollywood entertainment channel, Zoom, can now be viewed across the US. This should come as good news for a very large Indian diaspora that is always interested Bollywood,…
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RBI simplifies rules for investing in property in India
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has relaxed norms and issued simple guidelines for the convenience of NRIs and PIOs wishing to invest in Indian real estate under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999. This is a good news for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian…
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Why Are Indians Good at Math?
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Historical Background India has made significant contributions in the evolution of mathematics. Aryabhatta, Brhamagupta and Bhaskara II are some of the famous mathematicians from ancient India. Concept of zero and the decimal system came from India. Significant work was done in the field of algebra and trigonometry. There is Vedic…
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Accent Reduction for Indians: Pronunciation Problems for South Asians
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Many Indians (South Asian English speakers) are puzzled when they realize that Americans have difficulty understanding their spoken English. If this sounds familiar you may find yourself wondering, “Why is my English so difficult for Americans to understand?” One reason is because most Indian English speakers are not aware of…
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Filter Coffee – An Inseparable Addiction for South Indians
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Coffee, as you know, is a universal drink. There may not be any one not familiar with, even if they do not drink it. While there are many varieties for serving coffee, hot or cold; with or without milk or cream; strong or light; the fact remains, after a cup…
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India needs fast-track courts for real estate disputes
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A leading organisation of Indians living abroad has urged the government to introduce fast-track courts to facilitate speedy disposal of their real estate disputes back home. Global Lawyers said NRIs have substantial properties and investments in residential and commercial real estate in India, but Indian laws do not provide enough…
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Christchurch earthquake kills 65
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Following a 6.3 magnitude earthquake in New Zealand’s Christchurch at 12.51pm local time, 65 people have reportedly tied. The South Island city has experienced more than two dozen aftershocks. Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker said it could quite possibly double. New Zealand’s second-largest city was fortunate to escape a strong earthquake…
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Indians – Come To Your Census
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There are 354,552 Asian people in New Zealand (2006), of which 104,583 are of Indian origin. This growing community needs government resources to be allocated. And for this reason, it is important that they are counted in the upcoming 2011 census. Census information helps determine how billions of dollars of…
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Studying and working abroad for diverse experience
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For those looking for high school study abroad opportunities, there are many programs for high school students. Studying abroad is fun and is the greatest way to discover the world. However, working abroad can add more flavour to students’ global experience. Students of Indian origin living in Australia or New…
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iPhone apps and Android important for digital marketing – survey
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Three in four marketers (77 percent) think iPhone apps will be an important digital technology for marketing in 2011 and 2012; 52 percent also cite Android apps. These are the findings of survey of 650 marketers conducted by AnswerLab. The survey results have provided the foundation for The Society of Digital…
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Choosing an immigration attorney
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Immigrating to a new country is a major decision for immigrants, and choosing the right immigration attorney or immigration agent is very crucial, whether it for studying abroad, working abroad, doing business abroad, or moving permanently to a new country. Before hiring an immigration lawyer, you must decide whether you…
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High Income Indians To Be Exempt from Immigration Cap
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Indians in the UK (England) have something to cheer about. The UK government is exempting non-European professionals, including Indians, from immigration cap, provided they are high income earners. The new immigration rules come into effect from April 2011. There are more than 1.3 millions people of Indian origin (PIOs) living…
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Volkswagen produces 50,000th car in India
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Volkswagen India has produced the 50,000th car from its manufacturing plant in Pune. It has been less than two years since the beginning of production at the Volkswagen plant that currently produces three models, the Volkswagen Polo, the Volkswagen Vento and the Skoda Fabia. The 50,000th car rolled out of…