Author: TGI News Service
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Will Australia say sorry for ‘No Indians’ advert?
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Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard should apologize over the underlying racist attitudes in Australia as exhibited in the recent “no Indians†offensive job ad in Tasmania, says an Indian leader. An advertisement, reportedly appearing on Gumtree website, announced “positions available for experienced cleaners in supermarket” at a Coles supermarket in…
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Virginity cream draws criticism in India
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A vaginal tightening cream is serving an unintended purpose in India – rekindling debate about sexuality in a society of contradiction. The oxymoron? The second-most populated country in the world puts social taboos on public discussion or display of sexual activities. So when a television commercial (watch video) openly talked…
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US airport hosts Indian deities
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Lord Ganesha and other deities are on display at an exhibition at San Francisco airport in the United States. The exhbition, which opened this month will be on display till February 2013 and features Hindu sculptures borrowed from the collections of San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum. These are profound expressions…
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Cathay starts Auckland-Hyderabad flights
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Hyderabadis living in New Zealand can now fly Cathay Pacific, from Auckland to Hyderabad. The airline  has announced it will start flying four times a week to the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh from 1 December. The flights will be via Hong Kong. There is a sizeable…
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Miracle Indian foods for weight loss
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Looking for Indian foods for weight loss? Here’s a list of 9 Indian foods for weight loss that will help you burn unwanted fat and get in shape for summer.  These tips are based on Ayurveda which contains  knowledge of Indian foods for weight loss based on ancient Indian practices.…
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How to discuss hate crime with children
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“I don’t want to go,” Simran said to her father (name changed). She had listened to her family talk about the tragic shooting at the gurudwara (Sikh temple) in Oak Creek in the United States and did not feel safe to visit the Sikh temple. She heard how an armed…
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Digital mat for Muslim prayers
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He wanted to make flying mats, but then decided to work was something that was more functional. UK-based designer Soner Ozenc did not have to look too far. A devout Muslim, he designed a prayer mat that lights up when placed facing Mecca. It’s a prayer mat with compass –…
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NZ Sai Sansthan describes media reports as false
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A New Zealand temple group has described media reports of a promise to provide shelter to Indian students as “false claim”. Shri Shirdi Saibaba Sansthan of NZ Inc has denied any claims of promising to offer accommodation to Indian students who wish to study here. Earlier, some Indian media, including…
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Diabetes among Indians set to boost pharma sales
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Diabetes among Indians is on the rise, as evident from the expected growth of market for diabetes products in India and China. The low awareness about diabetes, and a growing number of diabetic Indians are attracting big firms like Roche, Sanofi, Novo Nordisk and Lilly to India, says a new report.…
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US gurdwara shooting: don’t assume hate crime – Sikh body
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A Sikh body is urging its members to show restraint and not  jump to conclusions, following a shooting incident in a gurdwara in Wisonsin in the United States on Sunday afternoon. A gunman killed and injured many worshippers before he was shot dead by the police in a three-hour battle.…
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India Independence Day celebrations in Auckland
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Unity in diversity will be the theme of Auckland’s celebrations of India Independence Day this year. Organised by Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust, the 66th India Independence Day will showcase the cultural diversity of the country of 1.3 billion people. The largest democracy in the world gained its independence from the…
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NRI income tax return: deemed rent
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NRIs (Non Resident Indians) investing in real estate in India get excited about high returns on property, but don’t consider the NRI Income Tax rules. Filing tax returns are a priority now that the due date for the year 2011-12 is close. NRI Income Tax rules has some strange provisions…
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Experience the life of a refugee with iPhone App
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“Every minute eight people are forced to flee war, persecution or terror. If conflict threatened your family, what would you do if each choice you have to make could be a matter of life or death?” That’s the question every refugee faces, and now, you can experience the life as…
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Prem Watsa raises stake in BlackBerry
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Samsung Galaxy, iPhone and Android-based smartphones have reduced the popularity of once-market-leader BlackBerry, but an Indian is showing faith in the troubled smartphone. Prem Watsa, known as Warren Buffett of Canada, has raised his stake in Research In Motion (RIM), the Canadian maker of BlackBerry, indicating a belief that there’s…
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Riteish sings in Marathi for Kyaa Super Kool
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Bollywood star Riteish Deshmukh probably believes that he’s already proved his acting excellence. He’s taken to singing – that too in his first language – Marathi. The latest Bollywood entertainer Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum launches Riteish as a singer as well as lyricist in the “UP Bihar Lootne” track.…
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Helen Clark criticizes Indian cigarette company
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While a new law restricting cigarette displays in New Zealand shops came into effect this weekend, in another corner of the world, a former New Zealnd prime minister was presenting a business award to an Indian cigarette company. India’s largest cigarette manufacturer received an award from Helen Clark, a former…
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NZ students protest outside PM’s conference
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Many groups from New Zealand’s education sector protested against education budget cuts by the National-led government in Auckland. New Zealand students marched from Auckland’s Britomart to SkyCity Convention Centre, where Prime Minister is attending the National Party Conference. The ‘Show and Tell’ protest was an opportunity for a range of…
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Aftab to lead Chicago India Day Parade
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Move over politicians! Bollywood seems to take over almost every public platform where Indians throng, and the latest addition is India’s forthcoming independence day parade. The platform is Chicago. Bollywood actor Aftab Shivdasani will lead the India Day Parade on 18 Aug, in celebration of 66 years of India’s independence.…
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Ramadan – a month of fast and feast
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Today marks the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan – the beginning of fasting for millions of Muslims around the world. The Quran was revealed to the Prophet Mohammed during this ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Its a month of introspection, a month to practice humility and in multi-cultural…
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Indian teen charged for prank
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An Indian teenager has pleaded guilty to pointing a laser at aeroplanes and police helicopter in New Zealand earlier this year. Eighteen year old Pravikash Chandra, who faces four charges of endangering transport will be sentenced as soon as the Auckland judge receives expert information about the laser used. Pravikash was…