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NEW YORK: Indian-American organi- the Indian-American community. zations and leaders are seeing the an- "Biden has promised policies that nouncement of the election of Kamala will directly help Indian-Americans who Harris as the next US Vice President as a are small business owners." vindication of the dream of America as Ajay Bhutoria, a Biden Campaign Na- the land of opportunities and look for- tional Finance Committee member, said ward to working with her and Joe Biden that soon after hearing the media an- as President in healing the national di- nouncement "we are celebrating with vide. Bhangra and Dhol today". "A generation of Indian-Americans He made campaign videos for the made this country their home because Biden-Harris team in 14 Indian lan- they knew it meant anything was pos- guages and one of them was the "Chale sible for their children. Today, the Chalo, Biden, Harris ko vote do", based daughter of one of those Indian-Ameri- on a song from the Hindi hit film, cans proved their faith," said Neil "Laagan". Makhija, the executive director of the "For the first time, we will also have a Indian-American Impact Fund, an advo- woman of color and Indian-origin as- cacy and political action group. Kamala Harris cend to the second-highest office in the He said that the Indian-American land," he said. community coming out to vote in key "Harris has broken many glass ceil- Harris leadership will face and the com- Addressing the nation's polarization, states like Pennsylvania and Arizona ings. I never dreamed that in my lifetime munity and fund "stand ready as we did Bhutoria said: "It's time for America to took the Biden-Harris team to victory. a person of Indian heritage would be a in January when we endorsed Vice unite and heal. It's time to put the an- IMPACT raised $10 million to support heartbeat away from the Presidency President Biden to do our part". ger and harsh rhetoric behind us and the voter turnout efforts of the Asian but here we are," said Shekar M.R. Rangaswami, the founder of come together to rebuild our nation and Indian American community "in Narasimhan, the chairman of the Asian Indiaspora that promotes Indian-Ameri- under the leadership of Biden and Har- critical states, including Pennsylvania American Pacific Islander Victory Fund can activism, recalled his organization ris." and Arizona, where our community's that supports candidates of the hosting a Diwali celebration at Biden's The Hindu American Foundation engagement was enough to make the ethnicity. residence when he was Vice President (HAF) "looks forward to working with margin". "We have proved once again that de- in 2016 and said: "We now look forward the Biden-Harris administration to ad- The organization spent nearly $2 mil- mocracy works and 'We the People' to doing the same with President Biden dress issues of mutual concern and in- lion in each of the key states, Pennsylva- make the choice," he said. in the White House. terest to the Hindu-American commu- nia, Arizona, North Carolina, and Texas, He added that it was "both an excit- "We applaud Biden's commitment to nity," said Suhag Shukla, the advocacy to get more from the community to ing and a sobering time for America" re-join the Paris Climate accord as the organization's executive director. vote, he said. because of the challenges the Biden- environment is an important issue for She said that HAF had a list of "the legislative priorities and core issues that we believe are of fundamental in- terest, not just to Hindu Americans, but Uncle Balachandran happy over Kamala Harris' victory to all Americans". HAF "will redouble our commitment NEW DELHI: Kamala Harris thanked happiness over her victory. He said am very happy today on my niece's to promoting dignity, mutual respect, her supporters wholeheartedly when "there are no words to express happi- victory." and pluralism", she added. she was elected as the Vice President ness at this time. It is heartening when He said, "I will go to meet her in Rajwant Singh, Chairman of the Sikh of the US. At the same time, Harris is your niece has achieved such a place. I January. I hope she will do a good job Council on Religion and Education still associated with her relatives in for her country in future. Had my sis- India. Her maternal uncle Gopalan ter (Harris' mother) been alive today, (SCORE) and Founder of EcoSikh, said: Balachandran expressed happiness she would have been very happy, be- "Sikhs across the US have expressed joy over her victory. He also said that "I cause she had a big impact on at Joe Biden's and Kamala Harris's elec- will also visit her soon." Kamala's life." tion. 56-year-old Harris of Indian origin, "For me this is a historic moment. "America needed a leader who will also be the first woman to be- Kamala's life will inspire people all would be serious about solving the big- come Vice President of the US be- over the world." gest health challenge of Covid-19 and sides becoming the country's first In- Harris also remembered her de- would set a positive tone in the nation dian-origin and first African-American ceased mother after her victory. She and the world." Vice President. Her victory is being thanked her mother and expressed "A core value of Sikhism is woman's celebrated in Thulasedrapuram vil- happiness. She said, "When my empowerment and we are encouraged lage of Thiruvar district of Tamil Nadu. mother came from India, she may to see a woman elected to high office

Delhi resident and maternal uncle Gopalan Balachandran not have thought about this mo- in the US," said Gurwin Singh Ahuja, co- of Harris, Balachandran expressed ment." IANS founder of the National Sikh Campaign. IANS 6 India Post Top Stories November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com Vivek Murthy to headline 'Joe and Kamala's plan to beat Covid-19'

NEW YORK: Rebuilding America's Fifth: Protect older Americans and coronavirus response from amidst the others at high risk. wreckage of the Donald Trump Sixth: "Rebuild and expand the de- administration's slash and burn strat- fenses that Trump has dismantled to egy over the last nine months is right predict, prevent, and mitigate pan- up there on US President-elect Joe demic threats, including those coming Biden and deputy Kamala Harris' to-do from China. list. Seventh: Implement mask mandates On the first workday after their vic- nationwide by working with governors tory lap in Wilmington, Delaware, Biden and mayors and by asking the American and Harris are tipped to begin by nam- people to do what they do best: step ing a Covid Task Force, co-chaired by up in a time of crisis. former US Surgeon General Vivek America's top doctors have already Murthy, former Food and Drug Adminis- warned of a "dark winter" ahead, where tration Commissioner David Kessler and the virus hangs around longer in the Yale professor Marcella Nunez-Smith. wintry air and becomes particularly le- This will mark the first of several top thal when people are spending more staffing decisions for the Biden-Harris time indoors with predominantly team in the frenzied run up to Inaugu- canned air circulating. ration Day on January 20, 2021. America has had its worst caseloads dur- For Murthy, this return to the White ing election week, breaking catastrophic House will be especially sweet. He was records - more than 100,000 cases in a asked to resign by Trump in the spring single day. Pressure is mounting on the of 2017, although he was named to a Trump administration to play ball. Officials four-year term by former President Vivek Murthy cutting across the timeline of three former Barack Obama, starting 2014. US Presidents Obama, George W. Bush, and Murthy served as the 19th Surgeon repair-job after nine months of Trump's communities should navigate the pan- Bill Clinton called on the Trump administra- General from December 15, 2014 to blow-it-all-up chaos. demic and the resources for schools, tion "to immediately begin the post-elec- April 21, 2017. He is the author of NYT First: Fix Trump's testing-and-tracing small businesses, and families to make tion transition process". Best Seller "Together: The Healing fiasco to ensure all Americans have ac- it through. Trump, who spent the weekend golf- Power of Human Connection in a Some- cess to regular, reliable, and free testing. Fourth: Plan for the effective, equi- ing in Virginia, remains defiant. His times Lonely World". Second: Fix personal protective table distribution of treatments and former lawyer cum fixer Michael Cohen Biden and Harris have already re- equipment (PPE) problems for good. vaccines because discovering isn't predicts that Trump "cannot" accept the leased their seven-point Covid re- Third: Provide clear, consistent, evi- enough if they get distributed like election loss and will continue his "non- sponse plan, which reads mostly like a dence-based national guidance for how Trump's testing and PPE fiascos. sense". IANS

Bush congratulates Biden, Harris; calls election ''fundamentally fair'' WASHINGTON: Former Republican ing declared the election winner. Trump and Obama: my prayers for his ment also congratulated Trump and US president George W Bush has said Bush, 74, who was the US president success, and my pledge to help in any his supporters on a hard-fought cam- that the American people can have from 2001 to early way I can, he said. paign. confidence that the 2020 presiden- 2009, said that while he Bush, as president "He earned the votes of more than tial election was "fundamentally fair, and the 77-year-old and Biden then as 70 million Americans an extraordinary its integrity will be upheld, and its Democrat leader have chairman of the Senate political achievement. They have spo- outcome is clear". political differences, he Foreign Relations Com- ken, and their voices will continue to Bush, however, also said that out- knows Biden to be mittee had worked to- be heard through elected Republicans going President Donald Trump has good man who has gether on a number of at every level of government," he said. the right to request recounts and won his opportunity to issues during the Bush Trump has not conceded losing to pursue legal challenges, with any un- lead and unify our administration includ- Biden and filed numerous lawsuits resolved issues to be properly adju- country. ing the India-US civil claiming irregularities cost him re- dicated. The President-elect nuclear deal. election to a second four-year term. In a statement after speaking to reiterated that while He also called Vice "The fact that so many of our fel- President-elect Joe Biden over he ran as a Democrat, President-elect Kamala low citizens participated in this elec- phone, Bush said he extended his he will govern for all Harris to congratulate tion is a positive sign of the health of warm congratulations to Biden and Americans. I offered her on her "historic" America's democracy and a re- thanked him for the patriotic mes- him the same thing I George W Bush achievement. minder to the world of its strength," sage in his national address after be- offered Presidents Bush in his state- he said. PTI November 13, 2020 Top Stories India Post 7 www.indiapost.com Dalai Lama greets Biden, says climate change indeed pressing

DHARAMSALA: Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Sunday (8 Nov) congratulated Joe Biden on his election as the next President of the US, saying cli- mate change is indeed pressing. "As you may be aware," he wrote in a letter to the President-elect, adding: "I have long been an admirer of the US as the anchor of liberty, democracy, religious freedom and the rule of law." "Humanity places great hope in the democratic vi- Deepotsav at Ram Janmabhoomi sion and leadership of the US as leader of the free site to add sparkle to Diwali world. Particularly in these challenging times, I hope AYODHYA: After more than 500 years, earthen lamps across the country on November 14. will be lit to illuminate the Ram Janmabhoomi site here All monasteries and houses will be illuminated in on Diwali. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will light the holy city on Diwali. Singing of 'bhajans' and lamps during the 'Deepotsav' program in the city on Ramayana recitals will be held in monasteries. A grand November 13. decoration of Ayodhya on the Festival of Lights is on According to Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra the cards. Trust chief Mahant Nritya Gopal Das: "It will be a real Illumination at all temples, including Shri Ram Diwali this year, which will celebrate the return of Lord Janmabhoomi, Kanak Bhawan, Ram Ki Paidi, and Ram after a prolonged exile." Hanuman Garhi would be done through electric light- State Tourism Minister Neelkanth Tiwari said that ing. more than 5 lakh lamps will be lit on the occasion of The devotees, however, will participate through the Diwali. "If there was no coronavirus pandemic, lakhs of virtual platforms. A digital broadcast of the Diwali pro- devotees would have participated in this program," grams will be done for the devotees who would not he pointed out. be able to physically visit the temples owing to The Chief Minister has already directed that sepa- coronavirus restrictions. Dalai Lama rate programs should be organized daily during Ever since it came to power in Uttar Pradesh in 'Deepotsav 2020', following the COVID protocols. 2017, the BJP government has been organizing grand you will be able to contribute to shaping a more Around 5.51 lakh earthen lamps will also be lit at 'Deepotsav' or Festival of Lights in Ayodhya on Diwali peaceful world in which people suffering poverty and Ram Ki Paidi in Ayodhya. Diwali is set to be celebrated every year. IANS injustice find relief. "The need to address these issues, as well as climate change, is indeed pressing," the Nobel Peace Laureate India should build COVID-19 vaccine confidence: added. "May I also commend you for your choice of a woman, Kamala Harris, to be your Vice President. immunization expert Heidi Larson "Following my devolution of political authority over matters relating to the cause of Tibet to the elected KOLKATA: India should identify COVID-19 vaccine According to a recent global survey, people in 10 Tibetan leadership in exile, I have been committed to hesitancy hotspots, pockets where people may be un- out of 15 countries showed growing reluctance promoting human values, religious harmony and the willing to receive immunization for varied reasons, and about getting vaccinated. However, Indians are the principles of non-violence and compassion, which I then build vaccine confidence, says anthropologist and keenest on getting vaccinated whenever a COVID- believe are very much needed in today's world. international immunization expert Heidi J Larson. 19 vaccine is available. "I would like to thank you for your support for the Several global surveys are being In the World Economic Forum/ Tibetan people, during your time in Congress and the conducted about public willingness Ipsos survey of 18,526 adults from 15 previous administration, as well as for your statement to take a vaccine, said the professor countries, 73 per cent said they in September this year. It has been the Tibetan of Anthropology, Risk and Decision would get a COVID-19 vaccine if people's good fortune to have received the friendship Science at the London School of Hy- available, down from 77 per cent in and encouragement of the American people and their giene and Tropical Medicine. August. respective Presidents in our endeavor to protect and "... India must identify hesitancy In India, the survey found that vac- preserve our ancient Buddhist culture -- a culture of hotspots and then conduct a vaccine cination intent has remained un- peace, non-violence and compassion -- that has great confidence survey, Larson, who is changed at 87 per cent since August, potential to benefit humanity as a whole. also founder-director of the Vaccine although 34 per cent respondents "On their behalf, I take this opportunity to express Confidence Project research group were worried about side effects my gratitude once again," the elderly Buddhist monk in London, told PTI in an email inter- while 16 per cent were concerned said. view. Heidi J Larson about fast-moving trials. Wishing him every success in meeting the chal- With many vaccine candidates According to Larson, there is lenges that lie ahead in fulfilling the hopes and aspira- globally in the final phase of human trials, a safe and generalized vaccine hesitancy primarily because of tions of the people of the US and in contributing to a effective COVID-19 preventive is expected to be ap- the lack of proper information on the safety and more peaceful and harmonious world, His Holiness proved for production, distribution and acceptance efficacy of any of the possible COVID-19 vaccines. concluded his letter by offering his prayers and good sometime next year. PTI wishes. IANS 8 India Post Top Stories November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com

other minorities, the region has been discriminated Sindhi nationalists hold anti-Pakistan against with impunity. This region reports cases of hate crime, anti-minor- ity crime, forced conversions and marriages on almost demonstration in Karachi every day basis and any resistance against fundamen- talism is muzzled with police high handedness and KARACHI: A large number of Sindhi activists and the ports, and the sea islands have been plundered the activists are labeled as terrorists. residents took to streets and protested against what by Punjab for the last seventy-three years with both "Present-day Pakistan is a fascist state imposed on they call illegal occupation of their land by Pakistan. hands as spoils of war. There is no political, economic, historical nations through the fascist Punjabi military Held under the banner of 'Sindhudesh Freedom moral, and historical basis for Pakistan's existence af- might for the benefit of Punjab. The oppressed nations Movement', the demonstration was aimed at demand- ter the separation of Bangladesh in 1971." do not need Pakistan because the historic political and ing freedom from the clutches of Pakistan. The dem- While Pakistan's constitution recognizes Sindh as its economic interests of Pakistan and the occupied na- onstrators carried placards reading: "Sindhudesh is province, activists say that the region has for decades tions are quite conflicting. Sindh and Balochistan, POK our vision, mission, destiny and motherland". People been subjected to state sponsored atrocities. Home Gilgit Baltistan Pashtunistan and Seraiki Des do not also held pictures of Sindhi political activists and lead- to the majority of Hindus, Christians, Ahmadis and need Pakistan because Pakistan is nothing but the veil ers who have been abducted or killed for their Sindhi of fascist tyrannical imperial Punjabi empire and occu- nationalism. pation," Burfat added. In an exclusive statement given to ANI, Shafi Burfat, While the Sindhudesh movement started as early the chairman of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz, a Sindhi as the 1950s, it was the liberation of Bangladesh in nationalist party said, "Sindh is a colony of Punjabi im- 1971 that prompted Sindhis to demand a separate perialism and a victim of its atrocities and tyranny. homeland. Unique non-Punjabi ethnicity, culture justi- Punjab has continuously been exploiting our natural fies their demand. and mineral resources including the sea, the river, the Sindhis seek zero-Pakistani interference in their national wealth, the lands, the oil, the gas, the coal, political discourse. ANI

NDA leading in Bihar, MP by-polls: BJP supporters start Jyotiraditya Scindia, celebration in Patna thanks voters

PATNA: With the National Democratic Alliance BHOPAL: As Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took a (NDA) leading on 127 seats in Bihar, as per the lead in Madhya Pradesh by-polls, party leader Election Commission (EC) trends till 4.30 pm, the Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday (10 Nov.) con- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters and work- gratulated all the winning candidates and ers have started celebrating at their party office India welcomes removal of Sudan from thanked the voters as well. in Patna. List of State Sponsors of Terrorism "Heartiest congratulations to all the candi- Beating drums and raising slogans in praise of dates of the Bharatiya Janata Party who won the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and incumbent NEW DELHI: India has welcomed the removal of MP Assembly by-elections. At the same time, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the BJP supporters Sudan from the List of State Sponsors of Terrorism and heartfelt gratitude to all the devout voters. I am and workers could be seen distributing face Sudan's normalization of relations with Israel. confident that all the winning candidates will al- masks with the party's logo printed on them on "India's relations with Sudan are historic and spe- ways be ready for public service and proper de- Tuesday (10 Nov.) afternoon. A BJP supporter blew cial, and forged on the basis of shared values and close velopment of their constituency," Scindia a conch shell, while others cheered: "Narendra people-to-people contacts. We welcome the removal tweeted (roughly translated from Hindi). "Con- Modi zindabad (hail Narendra Modi)", and "Nitish of Sudan from the List of State Sponsors of Terrorism gratulations and best wishes to BJP candidate Kumar zindabad". and Sudan's normalization of relations with Israel," said Hardeep Dang Ji for winning by a huge majority The BJP looks like emerging as the single-larg- the Ministry of External Affairs in an official statement. in the by-election of Suwasra Assembly," he est party in Bihar polls. As per the EC trends for all "We congratulate the Transitional Government and the added. 243 seats till 4.15 pm, the NDA is leading on 127 people of Sudan on the signing of the Juba Peace The BJP is leading on 21 seats, while Congress seats -- the BJP 77, JD(U) 42, Vikassheel Insaan Party Agreement, and hope that these positive develop- and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) are ahead on six (VIP) 5, Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) 3. ments will usher in democratic changes and contrib- and one seats, respectively in Madhya Pradesh The Mahagathbandhan is ahead on 102 seats - ute to enhancing Sudan's development, peace, secu- by-polls, as per the Election Commission of India - the RJD 66, Congress 18, and Left parties 18. rity and stability," the MEA further said. (ECI) on Tuesday. The JD(U) has been declared the winner on India's relations with Sudan are historic and special As per the ECI at 3 pm, BJP's vote share stands two seats, while RJD one. and forged on the basis of shared values and close at 51.3 per cent with its candidates leading in The BSP is leading on two seats, AIMIM on four, people-to-people contacts, the MEA added. Gwalior, Gwalior East, Dabra, Bamori, Ambah, LJP on one and independents on three. Others On October 27, US President Donald Trump had Sanwer, Bandawar and Jaura seats, among oth- have 19 per cent of votes. sent Congress a letter formally informing the lawmak- ers. Counting of the votes is underway for the ers that his administration has rescinded Sudan's des- Meanwhile, Congress candidates, with 39.9 three-phase Bihar Assembly elections, but the re- ignation as a state sponsor of terrorism, Sputnik re- per cent combined vote share, are ahead on Agar, Karera, Biaora, Sumaoli, Dimani and Gohad sult declaration this time will be different due to ported. seats. the coronavirus pandemic. The counting will con- In late September, Sudan and the US had reached a Meanwhile, celebrations are underway at BJP tinue till late evening on Tuesday, said Chief Elec- deal on signing a peace treaty with Israel in exchange headquarters in Bhopal. ANI toral Officer of Bihar H R Srinivasa. ANI for being excluded from the US State Sponsors of Ter- rorism List. ANI November 6, 2020 Horoscope India Post 9 www.indiapost.com Your Weekly Future by VANEET SHARMA NOV 13THto NOV 19TH 2020

MAR 21 to APRIL 20 JUN 21 to JULY 22 SEP 23 to OCT 22 DEC 22 to JAN 19

he beginning of he beginning of he beginning of ou will get some T the week indi- T the week shall T the week shall Y good news for cates excellent com- be excellent for do- be excellent for your the betterment of patibility, attachment mestic happiness, confidence, courage, your work area in the and bonding with state of mind and the working efficiency, beginning of the spouse. The whole week shall go well in attainment of parental support. You shall health and personality development. On week. Decent gains are indicated on 18 terms of marital bliss, association with see contentment on the faces of all in the 18th and 19th the support of family for and 19 November. You shall go on a tour good people and earning gains from family. Love relation shall remain average betterment in work can be expected. In to some tourist place with all family mem- partner. The day of 18th and 19th Novem- however you shall continue to feel that this support the influence of elder sib- bers on 20th or 21st or might make such ber won't be good for your happiness, people around you consider you a mag- ling is of key role. 20th and 21st Novem- plans. The latter part of the week especially state of mind and physical fitness. You net. The last two days will be creating a ber are good days to take interest in so- the last two days are indicating better un- should not take any important decision hope of getting into a new lucrative part- cializing whereas the state of mind shall derstanding with spouse. Overall this shall during these two days. nership and the relationship with spouse. remain disturbed slightly. be one of the best weeks for all fronts.

APRIL 21 to MAY 20 JULY 23 to AUG 22 OCT 23 to NOV 22 JAN 20 to FEB 19

he tensions of per- he beginning of the n the initial two days his shall be one of T sonnel relations T week indicates finan- I of the week you T the best shall continue to chase cial gains and you shall shall have to go weeks for work area you in this week too. be able to give some through lot of mental and for getting the fa- You are advised to look time to family & be- tensions as your ex- vor of superiors and after your health as the time period is cause of lots of activities going on in the penses would go out of control. The next for setting new standards for yourself not very auspicious for your immunity, family you shall find yourself active and ag- two days are giving strong indications and especially those people shall do general happiness and health. You might gressive. It would be better to remain cool, of attainment of some good opportunity better who are associated with medical lose your peace of mind and for that rea- calm and composed. The social life shall for improving your work area. On 20th or administrative activities. The beginning son you are advised to spend maximum be excellent this week and you would be and 21st you shall be busy in your family of the week indicates complete favor of times in retaining positive energies and able to create an image of a decent and in some important and serious delibera- destiny along with attainment of some eliminating negative energies with the responsible person in society. Think big as tions regarding reshaping the finances. impressive results by the mid of the week regular practice of Yoga, prayers and the end of this week marks the beginning By the weekend with some hopes of bet- and the last two days of the week shall exercise. of creation of new effective ideas. terment and restoration. provide you an opportunity to relax.

MAY 21 to JUN 20 AUG 23 to SEP 22 NOV 23 to DEC 21 FEB 20 to MAR 20

he beginning of he beginning of n the beginning of lthough life ap T the week shall T the week indi- I the week you A pears to be full be absolutely good for cates happier associa- shall be happy with of some obstacles your education, love tion with family mem- the arrangement of however it has be- life & children. You bers. You shall be able funds as it shall pro- come your habit from shall do very well if you are associated to earn more gains with the support of vide some relief to settle debts. It ap- last few months to tolerate and enjoy the with some kind of consultation work. The family members and friends. You shall be pears that on 18th and 19th you shall pay challenges and here in the beginning of current week is average for your domes- spending some money on get together of your previous bills or spend some this week your hidden talent shall show tic happiness and family life however and parties too. There can be immense money on some other activity. Mentally and you a new way out for the rectification love life shall remain absolutely perfect. mental tension and some kind of pres- emotionally you would remain disturbed of your troubles and this time you are Be cautious while communicating with sure on you on 20th and 21st of Novem- therefore it is not the right time to take going to seek solace in meditation and family members. There is possibility of ber. Although you are shy by nature how- any important decision. Second half of the prayers. You would emerge confident sudden eruption of argument with ever your confidence and talent shall get week shall be utilized to develop strate- and perform better throughout the spouse on 20th and 21st November. full recognition. gies for earning money quickly. week.

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SAN FRANCISCO: Tech faced heat from President Gates, who has been a critic "Election Day this year turned dits speculate that we have honchos including Microsoft Donald Trump over the of Trump's response to the pan- into a very long and tense elec- seldom seemed such a di- Co-founder Bill Gates and Ama- Amazon's CEO's ownership of demic, said in a tweet that he tion week, with many Americans vided country," he said. zon CEO Jeff Bezos congratu- The Washington Post and looked forward "to working glued to their screens anxiously "If true, this also makes a lated President-elect Joe Biden Amazon's relationship with the with the new administration awaiting the outcome. It has different proposition even and Vice President-elect Ka- US Postal Service. and leaders on both sides in been commonplace to hear pun- more self-evident. If we are to mala Harris after their victory in Congress on getting the surg- move forward as a nation, we the US presidential election. ing pandemic under control, must build new bridges to Sharing his thoughts in an engaging partners around the close the gaps that divide us." Instagram post Bezos said their world on issues like poverty and Joining them in Congratulat- victory signifies that "unity, em- climate change, and addressing ing the new President- and Vice- pathy and decency are not char- issues of inequality and oppor- President-elect were Facebook acteristics of a bygone era." tunity at home." COO Sheryl Sandberg and "By voting in record num- Microsoft President Brad Priscilla Chan, wife of Facebook bers, the American people Smith wrote a blog post to offer CEO Mark Zuckerberg and co- proved again that our democ- congratulations to the new Presi- founder of the Chan racy is strong," said Bezos who Bill Gates dent- and Vice-President-elect. Jeff Bezos Zuckerberg Initiative. IANS November 13, 2020 TechBiz Post India Post 11 www.indiapost.com India-US economic ties set to reach Tech Briefs new heights: ASSOCHAM Google Pay gets revised NEW DELHI: India Inc. is look- can democracy, as we cherish would go from strength to ing forward to building stron- shared democratic values. Un- strength, getting deeper into logo In India ger economic ties with the US areas of ad- under President-elect Joe vanced scien- CALIFORNIA: Tech giant letters. Biden, the Associated Cham- tific research Google's Pay app- Google As reported by Mashable, bers of Commerce and Indus- and develop- Pay (formerly known as Tez the new Google Pay logo is try of India (ASSOCHAM) ment, busi- and popularly called GPay) in in line with the company's stated. ness to busi- India has been spotted with new design and color Expressing confidence that ness coopera- a colorful new logo. scheme for its products. It is the Indo-American partnership tion in strate- According to Mashable, minimalistic and representa- would lead the world in a most gic areas,'' Twitter user Sumanta Das has tive of its identity. Long-time coordinated manner in critical said spotted the new log, which is G Pay users will not be areas like dealing with the ASSOCHAM currently live only for a select happy with the change COVID-19 pandemic, climate Secretary few users. though. It will take some change, and a rule-based fair General, The existing Google Pay time to get used to the new global trade. "We congratulate Deepak Sood. logo includes the 'G' and 'Pay'. colored Google logos in- Biden and vice-president-elect Deepak Sood "With 100 It is only the Google logo that stead of the more stylized Kamala Harris for their victory in years of glori- is multi-colored. The new ones from before. the most keenly contested US der the Biden-Harris leadership, ous history, ASSOCHAM has logo, on the other hand, The new Google Pay logo elections. We salute the Ameri- the Indo-US economic ties been championing the India- doesn't seem to represent is not available for anyone US partnership through sev- the payment app itself. The within the team. There is no eral institutional frameworks new blue and yellow 'u' half pending update and the Adani Group announces strategic between the private sector represents the 'G' and the Play Store listing is yet to be enterprises of the two coun- green and red 'inverted u' updated as well. Google is collaboration with Italy-based Snam tries. Our engagement with half represents the 'P' in the yet to make an official state- the US industry and the Ad- Google Pay name. You just ment and switch to the new AHMEDABAD: The Adani said on Friday (6 November). ministration would be even need to add a straight line in logo on its social profiles as Group has announced strate- Adani Group Chairman, more intense towards achiev- the middle to complete the well. ANI gic collaboration with Italy- Gautam Adani said the ing the common goals for the based Snam and the collabo- Group has embarked on one two nations," Sood said in a ration would envisage explo- of world's most ambitious press release. Snapchat introduces new feature, ration of the hydrogen value carbon offset programs in Congratulating Harris, the chain in India and global mar- line with India's target of creators to showcase subscriber ASSOCHAM Secretary-General kets as well as the develop- 450 GA of renewable energy said, "We feel especially WASHINGTON: Multimedia stand not every creator ment of biogas, biomethane, by 2030. elated at your election as the messaging app Snapchat has wants to have public metrics and low-carbon first woman Vice-President of come out with a new feature visible to their fans. There- mobility. "The collaboration, an America in its history. You have where creators will now be fore, creators can choose to As part of the been so gracious in hailing able to publicize the number toggle this metric on and off strategic partner- integral part of the virtual your Indian routes and val- of subscribers they have. as needed in their settings". ship, Adani Group summit between Indian Prime ues." Mashable quoted a report As reported by Mashable, and Snam, Minister Narendra Modi and by Tubefilter, which stated Snapchat has been releasing Europe's leading "ASSOCHAM would be an- that the users new features to gas infrastructure Italian Prime Minister nouncing several new initia- will have the make its plat- company, intend tives in forging business to Giuseppe Conte option to dis- form a lot more to explore several business cooperation cover- play their sub- fun and interac- opportunities in ing the entire gamut of trade, scriber counts. tive for users. the energy space where "Given the commitment services, consulting, IT and its A Snapchat Last month, each group brings comple- of our government to newer technology facets," spokesperson Snapchat mentary capabilities to the sustainability and the sheer Sood further said. told Tubefilter, launched a new table. "The collaboration, an scale of need, India will be He expressed confidence "we've listened feature called integral part of the virtual one of the most attractive that Prime Minister Narendra to feedback Sounds that al- summit between Indian transition markets for low Modi and US President-elect from our creator community lows iOS Snapchat users glo- Prime Minister Narendra carbon electricity technolo- Biden would chalk out great and many of them expressed bally to add music to their Modi and Italian Prime Minis- gies. We intend to play an cooperation in dealing with interest in having the option Snaps from a catalog of mu- ter Giuseppe Conte, would essential role in this energy the coronavirus pandemic. to show that their commu- sic that features songs from envisage exploration of the mix transition. Our recent "The vaccine development, nity on Snapchat is growing". new and established artists. hydrogen value chain in In- ranking as the world's largest manufacture and distribution The spokesperson added As a part of this feature, dia and global markets, as solar power company is a would require immense glo- that "..we are giving creators whenever a user receives a well as the development of validation of our intent and bal cooperation: India and the the option to make sub- snap with Sounds, he or she can biogas, biomethane, and we will continue to diversify US would surely be leading scriber counts visible on their swipe up to view the album art, low-carbon mobility," an our energy portfolio," he such cooperation," ASSOCHAM public profiles...We under- song title, and artist name. ANI Adani Group press release said. ANI Secretary-General said. ANI In Brief All these are part of a comprehensive US immigration immigration reform that issues advice on inadmissibility Immigration the Biden administra- tion plans to work on, WASHINGTON DC: US Citi- either in one go or in zenship and Immigration Ser- vices (USCIS) has issued guid- separate pieces ance in its policy manual to ad- 12 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020 dress inadmissibility based on membership in or affiliation with the "Communist Party or any other totalitarian party". Biden plans to increase H-1B visa limit and In an official release USCIS had said that membership or affiliation with the Communist remove country quota for green cards Party or any other totalitarian party is "inconsistent and in- WASHINGTON: US President- skills threatens American inno- order to engage in skilled work. aimed at protecting American compatible" with the 'Natural- elect Joe Biden plans to in- vation and competitiveness," Noting that currently, the workers, restoring integrity ization Oath of Allegiance to crease the number of high- according to a policy docu- number of employment-based and to better guarantee that the United States of America', skilled visas, including the H- ment issued by the Biden cam- visas is capped at 140,000 H-1B petitions are approved which includes pledging to 1B, and eliminate the limit on paign. each year, without the ability only for qualified beneficiaries "support and defend the Con- employment-based visas by and petitioners. stitution and laws of the country, both of which are ex- According to the policy United States". This decision pected to benefit tens of thou- document, Biden will also ex- comes in the backdrop of sands of Indian professionals empt from any cap recent Washington's growing dis- impacted by some immigra- graduates of PhD programs in tance from China over issues tion policies of the outgoing STEM (science, technology, en- pertaining to trade, Trump administration. gineering and math) fields in coronavirus, Hong Kong secu- With Kamala Harris as his the US who are poised to make rity legislation and Bejing's deputy, Biden is expected to some of the most important treatment of its religious mi- reverse the move of the outgo- contributions to the world nority in Xinjiang Uygur Au- ing Trump administration to re- economy. tonomous Region. voke work permits to the Biden believes that foreign "The new policy manual sec- spouses of H-1B visas, which graduates of a US doctoral pro- tion provides guidance on how had adversely impacted a Joe Biden grammed should be given a to adjudicate inadmissibility large number of Indian families green card with their degree due to membership in the in the US. "Biden will work with Con- to be responsive to the state of and that losing these highly Communist Party or any other All these are part of a com- gress to first reform temporary the labor market or demands trained workers to foreign totalitarian party in the context prehensive immigration re- visas to establish a wage- from domestic employers, the economies is a disservice to of adjustment of status appli- form that the Biden administra- based allocation process and policy document said that as our own economic competi- cations," the release stated. tion plans to work on, either in establish enforcement mecha- president, Biden will work with tiveness, it said. Earlier this week, Republi- one go or in separate pieces. nisms to ensure they are Congress to increase the num- The Biden administration can House China Task Force "High skilled temporary vi- aligned with the labor market ber of visas awarded for per- plans to create a new visa cat- (CTF) had said that the US gov- sas should not be used to and not used to undermine manent, employment-based egory to allow cities and coun- ernment and Congress must disincentivise recruiting work- wages. Then, Biden will sup- immigration and promote ties to petition for higher lev- commit to a bipartisan long- ers already in the US for in-de- port expanding the number of mechanisms to temporarily re- els of immigrants to support term policy to combat the mand occupations. An immi- high-skilled visas and eliminat- duce the number of visas dur- their growth. Communist Party of China, gration system that crowds out ing the limits on employment- ing times of high US unemploy- "The disparity in economic which has taken "advantage" high-skilled workers in favor of based visas by country, which of US. ANI only entry level wages and create unacceptably long With Kamala Harris as his deputy Biden is backlogs," it said. expected to reverse the move of the outgoing H-1B visas, which expand Trump administration to revoke work permits PRADEEP ROY-SINGH the available pool of high skilled workers in the US, is a to spouses of H-1B visas, which had B.A. LL.B. M.B.A. J.D. non-immigrant visa that allows adversely impacted a large number of Indian Attorney-at-Law American companies to em- Former Assistant State’s Attorney ploy foreign workers in spe- cialty occupations that require ment. growth between US cities, and 1 Civil & Criminal Litigation theoretical or technical exper- In June, Trump had sus- between rural communities 1 Felonies, Misdemeanors, Inc DUI tise. The technology compa- pended the H-1B visas along and urban areas, is one of the 1 Personal Injury, Business, Divorce etc. nies depend on it to hire tens with other types of foreign great imbalances of today's 1 Property Tax for Commercial Properties of thousands of employees work visas until the end of economy. Some cities and each year from countries like 2020 to protect American many rural communities http://www.proy-singh.com India and China. workers. In October, the Trump struggle with shrinking popu- Employment-based visas, administration had announced lations, an erosion of economic 2335 W. Devon Ave., Suite 204, also known as green cards, al- new restrictions on the H-1B opportunity, and local busi- Chicago, IL 60659 Tel: 773-381-1820 low migrants to gain lawful per- nonimmigrant visa nesses that face unique chal- manent residence in the US in programme, which it said is lenges. PTI November 13, 2020 Immigration Post India Post 13 www.indiapost.com Saudi Arabia to remove key restrictions on migrant laborers

The reforms are part of a broader plan known as Vision 2030 spearheaded by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to make the kingdom more attractive to foreign investors, expand the private sec- tor and diversify the kingdom's oil-dependent economy. Ali Mohamed, a researcher at Migrant Rights, said the kafala system will persist as long as both work and residence visas are tied to an individual, known as a kafeel or sponsor. He also noted that widely criticized conditions for migrants in Saudi detention centers exist regardless of the kafala system, although any move towards de- linking migrant workers from the control of a single sponsor will certainly benefit migrant workers and is to be welcomed. May Romanos, a researcher on migrant rights in the Gulf with Amnesty International, said the devil is usu- ally in the details and that until Saudi Arabia publishes the new reforms and fully enforces them it is very dif- ficult to assess the impact these promises will have on the rights of migrant workers in the country. It remains to be seen whether these latest changes to the labor law will apply to all migrant workers, in- cluding domestic workers like maids and nannies, Begum said. DUBAI: Saudi Arabia announced reforms on 05 No- have control over their residency status, said Begum, Additionally, the information released does not vember, which will abolish some key restrictions tying whose work focuses on migrant rights, domestic specify whether employers can report workers for millions of low-paid and vulnerable migrant workers workers and women's rights in the Middle East. absconding. Begum said if an employer reports a to their employers in conditions that have been rife Under Saudi Arabia's restrictive kafala system, worker for absconding or is able to cancel a worker's with abuse and exploitation. workers had little power to escape abuse because visa before that person can request a transfer of em- The Ministry of Human Resource and Social Devel- their employers controlled their exit from the country ployment, they can become undocumented in the opment said the reforms will allow foreign workers and their ability to change jobs. country and then liable to arrest and deportation. the right to change jobs by transferring their spon- Begum recently wrote about how many employers This is why a full abolition (of kafala) is necessary. sorship from one employer to another, leave and re- exploited this control by taking workers' passports, Partial reforms like removing the need for employer enter the country and secure final exit visas without forcing them to work excessive hours and denying consent to change employers and leave the country the consent of their employer, which had long been them wages. This has led to hundreds of thousands of are significant, but workers can become trapped in required. workers fleeing their employers and becoming un- other ways when such elements remain, Begum said. Deputy Minister Abdullah bin Nasser Abuthnain documented. AP said the new so-called Labor Relation Initiative is slated to come into effect in March 2021, affecting potentially around a third of Saudi Arabia's total popu- lation, or approximately 10 million foreign workers in the kingdom. Indian man reported missing in Dubai Human Rights Watch researcher Rothna Begum said DUBAI: A former Indian expatriate, who had re- time he picked up those items and went down, the information provided thus far shows Saudi authori- turned to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a tour- Ashik had left the building and there was no sign of ties are removing some elements of the "kafala" spon- ist visa to look for a job, has been reported missing, him," Althaf said. sorship system in place across multiple Gulf Arab according to his friends. He said Ashik did not carry his mobile, wallet, states that ties foreign workers' legal status to their Chenoth Thuruthummal Ashik, 31, had reportedly passport or any other belonging with him when he employer. gone out for a walk from his friends' apartment lo- left. Qatar, which is preparing to host the next FIFA cated in Dubai's Persia cluster area, Gulf News re- "He had been staying indoors ever since he World Cup in 2022, has recently introduced similar ported. reached here on October 17. He was supposed to changes to its labor laws. "I was at work at that time. Ashik told my other go to Abu Dhabi after completing the quarantine Begum described the three changes to the Saudi friend Ramees that he was just stepping out of the period. One of our friends had said he would help law as significant steps that could improve migrant building for a walk," the missing person's friend and him with a job at his grocery store," Althaf said. workers' conditions, but cautioned it does not appear roommate Althaf C.A. told Gulf News. Around two years ago, Ashik had lost his job as an to be a full abolition of the kafala system. "Then Ramees told Ashik to wait so that he could assistant technician at an oil and gas company in Migrant workers still need an employer to sponsor join him after taking his mask and wallet. But by the Abu Dhabi where he had worked for four years. IANS them to come to the country and employers may still 14 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020

SUJATA ASSOMULL have been cheating on fashion with furniture," lier, and pulled out one of my mother's Vintage Judith to pieces you can buy online and will curate a list of says Carrie Bradshaw in 'Sex and The City 2'. The Leiber bags to wear with it. Diwali is now around the decor shops according to your needs and budget. She 2010 movie say fashion maven and author corner, and I am yet to start my seasonal cupboard helped me update my living room in time for Diwali. IBradshaw, married to Mr. Big, living in a plush Man- clearance. My home has kept me so busy there has From a much-needed uplighter from Ikea to The De- hattan apartment. Her outlook on spending had been no time to think about clothes. signer Guild's fine silk upholstery fabrics, the room I changed. This Diwali it feels as though I am cheating The lockdown has made us relook at our own per- have been spending the most time in while home on fashion. sonal space, I have always been house proud, but dur- sheltering has a fresh look. I now look forward to host- Since I can remember Diwali preparations started ing these months my home has become my top prior- ing a small Diwali celebration for family in this space. with a spring-clean of my cupboards finding another ity. My definition of 'style buys' has been affected. If you are looking at upping the style quotient of home for things I had outgrown, or no longer wore. Whether it's arranging fresh flowers or table-scaping your home, there are of course candles but Ameer Shopping for a new wardrobe of clothes for Diwali day before meals, details have mattered. Most of my soft suggests a couple of more permanent changes. "Look was also a ritual. Every item in my outfit for the day furnishings have been reupholstered, art reorganized at your lighting fixtures, an easy update, since this is was new, from my nightdress, the kurta for the (I indulged in one new buy, jewelry for my home; I usu- the festival of lights it also has a connection," she says. Lakshmi Pooja, to something dressier for the night ally buy a piece of fine jewelry during the festive sea- It could be as simple as new lampshades on your table worn as we party hopped from one festive soiree to son), and a few other items. Making the process pan- or adding some sculptural floor lamps to your home another. It all added to the feeling of celebration. demic friendly has been Dubai based interior de- decor. Ameer also recommends reupholstering all the Last year I opted for a #NobuyDiwali--- in the spirit signer, Sameera Ameer of Wild Child Designz, who cushions in your home. As Ameer says, "Since it is likely of conscious consumption, I made no new purchases during lockdown, started a home styling service. In- travel will remain restricted, it really is a good idea to but "shopped my closet". For Diwali night I found a vesting in your home at these times makes sense. spend on your house," new yellow Tarun Tahiliani sari bought six months ear- A trained interior designer with a decade old Dubai This Diwali I suggest instead of buying yourself a based studio, Ameer helps you restyle your home. new outfit, look at dressing up your home. IANSlife Suggesting easy ways to upgrade after doing a quick review of your home, she then sends you website links November 13, 2020 India Post 15

www.indiapost.com Tips to make Crayon Candles at home with the kids NEW DELHI: This Diwali it is important to lay extra emphasis on social distanc- ing and hygiene protocols to ensure the safety of our children and members of the family. The enthusiasm in the air feels a little different; with the pandemic taking over our lives, celebrating the festival of lights with the same vigor looks far- fetched; for our children it is nearly im- possible for them to play with sparklers, firecrackers and fireworks. Having said that, can the spirit of celebrating a pros- perous Diwali ward-off evil from the air? Is it time, we win over darkness, once again? Well, we will have to wait and see, but for now, we bring you one DIY activ- ity, turning old crayons into new color- ful candles. Candles offer a warmth and shine to add that festive touch. You can make the crayon candles with your child; If you have school-age kids, you probably have a small stockpile of cray- ons. Crayons are great art supplies be- cause they are inexpensive and mostly way to use your child's old and broken mix as well. If you don't, the candles of hot wax. You can also use a drop of non-toxic. crayons. However, since crayon wax is won't burn very brightly, or for very super glue or a piece of double-sided Procedure to make candles different from candle wax, you will long. tape. You can also place two ice-cream Making candles from crayons is a fun need to add some regular wax into the Setting up - Measure out enough sticks to either side of the wick to hold wax to fill your candleholder, plus some it steady. extra and set it aside. Try to get the kind Set up a double boiler - Fill a sauce- of wax that comes in flake or pellet pan with 1 to 2 inches of water. Place a Your favorite music can send form. It will melt a lot quicker. If your heat-safe measuring cup into the pot. wax comes in blocks, ask your child to Place the crayons and wax into the glass cut it into smaller pieces with a butter measuring cup. Melt the crayon and your brain into pleasure overload knife so that it melts quicker. You can wax over medium heat, stirring often. also use old used candles laying at This will help the wax and crayon melt WASHINGTON: We all know when ducing" moments in the songs, but home, specially those birthday candles. more evenly. You can use a spoon to stir our favorite song is played in a car or most musical chills occurred in many Peel and break crayons - If the wrap- Put the color wax into the glass cup. at a concert; it fills us with pleasurable parts of the extracts and not only in per does not come away easily, you can Ask your child to pour colored wax into emotion, gives us joyful memories the predicted moments," said ask your child to cut it off using a craft it. Let the first layer dry for a few min- and even sends a shiver or chill down Chabin. blade, or you can soak them in water for utes and then pour layers of colored to our spine. When the participants experi- a few minutes. Break the crayon into wax into each jar, making sure to let About half of people get chills enced a chill, Chabin saw specific smaller pieces and set them aside you them dry between each layer. Ask your when listening to music. Neuroscien- electrical activity in the orbitofrontal will need 6 crayons per 1 cup (225 child to repeat this process and con- tists based in France have now used cortex (a region involved in emo- grams) of wax. tinue to pour layers of different cul- electroencephalogram (EEG) to link tional processing), the supplemen- Ask your child to carefully place a tured wax into each jar and let them dry chills to multiple brain regions in- tary motor area (a mid-brain region tabbed wick in the middle of the glass individually. And your beautiful crayon volved in activating reward and plea- involved in movement control) and candleholder and secure it with a drop candles are ready! IANSlife sure systems. The results were pub- the right temporal lobe (a region on lished in Frontiers in Neuroscience. the right side of the brain involved in Thibault Chabin and colleagues at auditory processing and musical ap- the Universite de Bourgogne preciation). These regions work to- Franche-Comte in Besancon EEG- gether to process music, trigger the scanned the brains of 18 French par- brain's reward systems, and release ticipants who regularly experience dopamine -- a "feel-good" hormone chills when listening to their favorite and neurotransmitter. Combined musical pieces. In a questionnaire, with the pleasurable anticipation of they were asked to indicate when your favorite part of the song, this they experienced chills, and rate their produces the tingly chill you experi- degree of pleasure from them. ence -- a physiological response "Participants of our study were thought to indicate greater cortical able to precisely indicate "chill-pro- connectivity. ANI 16 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020

PLACES TO VISIT IN BALI Ulu Watu: Situated at the southwestern tip of Bukit in Bali, Uluwatu attracts surfers of all levels from around the world to its exciting shoreline. The waves are composed of five world-class surf breaks, and the ali, Indonesia's most fa- rice terraces, fragrant cuisine, best coral reefs, waterfalls and fields, a feature that only adds hotels and restaurants over- mous island is located to stunning beaches and a galore retreats, Bali combines leisure to the diversity of Bali's beauti- looking the Indian Ocean pro- Bthe west of Java in the of culture and tradition. With its and adventure impeccably. A ful landscape. Tourists may en- vide a magnificent view. The Lesser Sunda Islands. It is elaborate temples, endless dizzying combination of spiri- joy an idyllic day at the beach, Pura Luru Uluwatu temple is world-renowned for its scenic coastline, some of the world's tual awakening and hard-party- surf, dive, take a casual boat another important attraction in ing all into one, Bali is where ride to gaze at the dolphins, ex- this area. people from all over the world plore the many beautiful Situated at the southwest- come to lose themselves in. temples, the local markets and ern tip of Bukit in Bali, the short The island boasts some of the waterfalls, or go to the si- strip of beach called Uluwatu the best sunsets and sunrises, lent yoga retreats - there is attracts surfers of all levels from enough to captivate and entice something for everybody here. around the world to its exciting you into never leaving this Bali has been the subject of so shoreline. Uluwatu comes from place. Home to the coral reefs many travel journals and has the words "ulu" meaning 'land's of Tulamben, the mountain been famously alluded to in end' and "watu" meaning rock. peaks of Kintamani, the beaches many works of literature, as a www.holidify.com and scenic routes of Seminyak place of true beauty, and yet For detailed story visit and Kuta, with ancient temples words always fail to capture the www.indiapost.com and traditional village life of captivating magic of 'The Island Ubud, Bali's charm is boundless, of the Gods'. as are its opportu- nities for fun. Don't forget to stop by one of the many terraced rice Desi News Ethnic Vote and its Impact in 2020 COMMUNITY election

VIDYA SETHURAMAN India Post News Service ACROSS AMERICA panel of experts dis- Acussed the 2020 Presi- dential results, including par- November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com India Post 17 ticipation rates, preferences and voting access for Black, Latinx, Asian-American & Pacific Islander, Native American. Blacks, Latinos, and Asians NRI's in San Francisco Silicon Valley overwhelmingly voted for the Biden-Harris ticket. By the slimmest of margins, demand Arnab Goswami's release voters in Pennsylvania, Nevada, India Post News Service tries across the world re- Arizona, Georgia, Wisconsin, SAN FRANCISCO: Over 300 sounded against the atrocities and Michigan picked Biden plus NRI's residing in Silicon Val- post the shocking events of over Trump. "The most defining ley joined the protest to?raise the morning, wherein Arnab feature of American politics is their concern on the vindictive Goswami was suddenly shifted the Black American vote," said arrest of Journalist Arnab to the Taloja jail, in an enclosed Theodore R. Johnson, a senior Goswami by the Maharashtra arrest van, making a terrifying fellow at Brennan Center for police. The protest was held on and heart wrenching appeal. Justice. He said that a summer Sunday 8th November at Lake Lot of enthusiasm and anger of protests for racial justice Elizabeth, Fremont. Ever since was palpable where the gath- along with the disproportion- Arnab Goswami was illegally ered protestors raised ate numbers from COVID-19 arrested from his Mumbai resi- slogans,some recited the po- and record levels of unemploy- dence, massive support for ems and everyone was de- ment in black communities, him has been growing across manding his immediate re- galvanized Black voter turnout India and the globe. lease and anti democratic ar- in record numbers. On Sunday 8 November, rest, driven by political ven- Details on page 21 voices of NRIs from 12 coun- detta. Dr.Romesh Japra, Chair- man, FIA, Rajesh Verma, Presi- dent, FIA, Chandru Bhambra, jection of visas of Maharashtra sociated with the party "until former OFBJP president, Rahul Chief Minister and anybody as- they correct this action." Roy, Tech entrepreneur, Judhajit Senmazundar, Founder of Nris4Bengal and many more professionals and business- men from all across the San Francisco Bay Area joined. They condemned the action of the Chief Minister and the govern- ment of Maharashtra for taking such a "dictatorial action" against Arnab Goswami for personal vendetta. They have also written to the State De- partment to consider the re- 18 India Post Community Across America November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com IADO congratulates America's first South Asian American VP SURENDRA ULLAL

CHICAGO: Indo American Democratic "The Vice President-elect is the daughter of immigrants from Organization ( IADO) the oldest South Asian American political advocacy orga- Jamaica and India. Her story and the story of her family is one of nization in the country, celebrated the our country's timeless testaments: we are a diverse, thriving historic 2020 presidential election with nation of immigrants and communities" the definitive victory of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the next President and Vice President USA. Kamala Harris said Susie Patel, IADO President. "I Asian voters made historic strides in makes history as the first woman, couldn't be more proud to join my fam- their participation. South Asian and South Asian, and African Ameri- ily and friends, especially my own young Asian Americans are the fastest-grow- can elected as Vice Presi- daughter, in watching Vice President ing racial or ethnic voting blocs in the dent. Kamala Harris inaugurated this Janu- country. According to the Indian Ameri- "The Vice President- ary." can Impact Fund (IMPACT), in 2020 elect is the daughter In 2020 alone, IADO endorsed 50+ alone there will be more than 500,000 of immigrants candidates at every level of govern- South Asian American voters in the from Jamaica ment, including Joe Biden and Kamala battleground states of Florida, Pennsyl- and India. Her Harris for President and Vice President. vania, and Michigan. The number of In- story and the IADO is committed to working with dian Americans in Congress has grown story of her elected officials at every level of gov- five-fold in just the past eight years. family is one ernment to ensure consistent engage- According to the South Asian Ameri- of our ment with the South Asian American can Policy and Research Institute country's community and representing our com- (SAAPRI), there are approximately timeless testa- munity in public policymaking. 290,000 South Asians in the state of Illi- ments: we are a diverse, While there continue to be rapidly nois. From 2000 to 2010, South Asians thriving nation of immi- evolving developments on vote totals were the fastest-growing ethnic IADO President Susie Patel grants and communities," from Election Day 2020, South Asian and groups in Illinois, growing at 55.6%. Chicagoans voice their support for Arnab JAYANTI OZA

Chicagoans rally for Arnab Goswami condemning Thackeray govt CHICAGO: Indian Americans in the Thackeray headed government threat They shouted "we cannot let At this rally all Chicago organiza- Chicagoland do not lag behind in and sending him in isolated and dan- the truth and freedom of expression tion representatives like voicing their concerns or registering gerous prison in interior of the State be suppressed. Arnab, we Chicagoan, BSC'sHemantbhai Patel, Amarbhai their protest when they find that Supporting Arnab Goswami in his all NRIs and the entire country - India, Upadhyay, Sailesh Rajput and others some serious violation of human fight against illegitimate Maharashtra are with you. You are a modern voiced their concern and protest rights taking place in their country of Government, Bollywood and seeking Bhaghat Singh. You are our voice. We intheir speeches. Chicago Media origin The most recent case is the ar- for justice for all, they hosted a rally in cannot let you down. No matter how partnersVandna Jhingan, Urvashi rest of Arnab Goslwami, a highly re- the City participated by a good num- hard they try to suppress, they won't Varma and Jayanti Oza attended the spected newsman in Maharashtra by ber of people despite Corona virus be successful" rally. November 13, 2020 Community Across America India Post 19 www.indiapost.com DNC on President- Community leader Elect Joe Biden and Iftekhar Shareef Bereaved Vice President-Elect M SIDDIQUI Kamala Harris

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NC Chair Tom Perez released the following statement after Dthe American people elected Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the next president and vice president of the United States: "The American people chose hope. They chose to build back better. And Mrs Hashim Begum after four years of hate and division, they chose unity. Now it's time for peaceful death, leaving be- President-elect Joe Biden and Vice hind two sons Iftekhar President-elect Kamala Harris to go to Shareef, Mohammed Ashfaq work for American families. They will Shareef and five daughters, all not just be president and vice presi- living nearbyin Linconlwood, dent for Democrats, but for all Ameri- a Chicago suburb. Mrs. Begum cans. They will begin to heal our also left behind 19 Grandchil- nation's wounds, rebuild our economy, dren and 18 great grandchil- and put Americans back to work", ob- dren, all mourning her death. served Democratic National President Mrs. begum was born in (DNC ) Chair Tom Perez Shareef Parivar with Begum Hashim and Dad MohdIqbal Hyderabad in 1935 and was "This success didn't happen over- married at the early age of 15 night. It was the result of four years of t was shocking news in the prominentand active community activ- to Mohammed Iqbal Ahmed Shareef of hard work by countless grassroots ac- I Hyderabadi community here and ist in Chicago and in Hyderabad. Shamshabad, Hyderabad, whoworked tivists across the country who back home in India, of the sudden de- Mrs. Begum, 84, passed away on No- and retired with South Central Railways marched, organized, and voted for the mise of Mrs. Hashim Unnisa Begum vember 2, 2020 in her sleep, in the early in 1987 as superintendent at Nampally brighter future they deserve, who mother of Iftekhar Shareef,a hours with no medical condition; a very Railway Station. turned their anguish into action and made their voices heard. Over four years, we took back the House, the White House, and governorships across the country. We won hundreds of seats down the ballot and we will compete in two runoff elections that will determine the balance of the Sen- ate" , he added continuing, "So today, we celebrate. We celebrate not just the end of an incompetent and compassionless presidency, but the beginning of a better one - a presi- dency grounded in the values of inclu- sion and opportunity for all. A presi- dency that believes health care is a right, diversity is strength, and our economy should work for everyone. 20 India Post Community Across America November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Measure T Renews 2014 Measure Q Parcel Tax, Bolstering the Open Space Authority's Commitment to Investing in Nature

India Post News Service continue Measure Q, a $24 annual par- they consider access to parks and open For more information about Measure cel tax approved by voters in 2014 that space essential to their physical and T and the Open Space Authority SAN JOSE, CA:The Santa Clara Valley generates $8 million annually, or two mental health." visitopenspaceauthority.org/2020re- Open Space Authority announced that thirds of the Authority's annual operat- Measure T will provide ongoing fund- newal. Measure T, the Open Space, Wildlife ing budget for protecting and manag- ing to support the protection of open ### Habitat, Clean Water, and Increased ing open space. space, wildlife habitat, water resources About the Santa Clara Valley Open Public Access Measure, has passed with "Now more than ever, the protection and local farmland, operation and man- Space Authority 82% of the vote. Approval of the mea- of nature in and near our urban commu- agement of the Authority's growing sys- The Open Space Authority was cre- sure signalsvoters'strong supportfor nities is vital for public health and build- tem of open space preserves, and pro- ated by the California state legislature continued public investment inopen ing resilience to climate change. During viding additional and more equitable in 1993 to conserve the natural envi- space, natural areas, and agricultural COVID-19, we've seen a tremendous in- access to nature for the diverse com- ronment, support agriculture, and con- lands preservation. crease in visitation at our open space munities within the Authority's jurisdic- nect people to nature by protecting In July, the Open Space Authority's preserves," said Andrea Mackenzie, tion. Since the passage of Measure Q in open spaces, natural areas, and work- Board of Directors voted to placed Open Space Authority General Man- 2014, the Authority has nearly doubled ing farms and ranches for future gen- Measure T on the ballot to renew and ager. "The voters have made clear that the amount of protected lands from erations. The Authority has protected 16,000 acres to 28,000 acres. The over 28,000 acres of open space, pre- Authority's most recent open space serving the region's scenic beauty, pro- projects include the purchase of nearly tecting open space, wildlife habitat, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi 1,000 acres in North Coyote Valley and water resources and agricultural land, the 2,500-acreTilton Ranch, one of the and providing outdoor recreation op- wins re-election,third term largest remaining working ranches in portunities for Santa Clara Valley resi- RAMESH SOPARAWALA Santa Clara County. dents. CHICAGO: Congressman Raja ter who controls the White House or Krishnamoorthihas won for third term the Senate in January, I am committed as US Congressman to the U.S. House of to doing whatever it takes to bring the Representatives for the 8th District of country together to implement com- Illinois, which includes Chicago's west mon-sense solutions that move our and northwest suburbs. country and our people forward." "I am honored that my constituents With more than 60% of the pre- have elected me to represent them in cincts in the 8th District reporting Congress for another two years, and I election results, Krishnamoorthi has am tremendously grateful to all my the support of more than 71 percent supporters who helped make my re- of voters. election possible," Krishnamoorthi He had to his credit most of Chicago said. "Today, our country faces enor- area major newspaper endorsements mous and unprecedented economic on his way to winning re-election to and public health challenges. No mat- the US Congress.

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VIDYA SETHURAMAN ment in black communities, brought to Blacks underscored separating families or gutting that a large number of Native India Post News Service galvanized Black voter turnout its importance to them. political asylum, and didn't Americans ran for elected of- panel of experts dis- in record numbers. Frank Sharry, Executive Di- want to close a path to citi- fice and that next year's Con- cussed the 2020 Presi He said the reason African rector, America's Voice, an im- zenship for the Dreamers. gress will have a caucus with Adential results, includ- Americans supported Joe migration reform advocacy or- Dr. Stephen Nuño-Perez, three Republicans and three ing participation rates, prefer- Biden in the primary season ganization said "If not for the Senior Analyst, Latino Deci- Democrats. "This will give a ences and voting access for and not more progressive can- minority vote we would not be sions / Associate Professor bipartisan spin on Native is- Black, Latinx, Asian-American & didates like Cory Booker or celebrating the victory we are and Chair, Northern Arizona sues," he said. Pacific Islander, Native Ameri- Bernie Sanders was because celebrating,". He said immigra- University Department of John C. Yang, President and can. Blacks, Latinos, and Asians Politics and Executive Director, Asian Ameri- overwhelmingly voted for the By the slimmest of margins, voters in Pennsylvania, International?Affairs spoke on cans Advancing Justice | AAJC Biden-Harris ticket. the impact of Latino votes. said, Asian Americans turned By the slimmest of margins, Nevada, Arizona, Georgia, Wisconsin, and Latinx voters were critical in out in significant numbers for voters in Pennsylvania, Nevada, Michigan picked Biden over Trump. "The most flipping Arizona blue, said the 2020 election. In the elec- Arizona, Georgia, Wisconsin, Nuno Perez of Latino Deci- tions over the last decade, the and Michigan picked Biden defining feature of American politics is the Black sions. He pointed to the Asian American electorate has over Trump. "The most defining American vote," said Theodore R. Johnson counties such as Maricopa, grown larger and more en- feature of American politics is Pima, and Yuma, which all gaged. Exit polls plus pre- the Black American vote," said have significant Latino popu- election polls showed there Theodore R. Johnson, a senior they were practical. Johnson tion did not become a wedge lations. was much more enthusiasm to fellow at Brennan Center for said picking Kamala Harris as issue in the 2020 election and Mark Trahant, editor of In- vote, Yang noted. He said 65%- Justice. He said that a summer his running mate contributed a record number of Americans dian Country Today, discussed 70% of AAPI voters supported of protests for racial justice to the increase in enthusiasm voted against Trump's immi- the impact of the Native Biden, with 30 percent voting along with the disproportion- and an increase in Black turn- gration policies. He said most American vote, indicating for Trump. ate numbers from COVID-19 out for this election. He also voters didn't want to close and record levels of unemploy- said the hardships 2020 has down immigration, didn't like

HAF looks forward to working with administration on issues of mutual interest NEELA PANDYA WASHINGTON, DC: The The priorities include both Furthermore, HAF will be Hindu American Foundation domestic and global issues pushing for an array of other (HAF) congratulated President- Domestic issue pertain to the core policies in line with Hindu elect Joe Biden on his victory stopping religious bigotry, the teachings and philosophies, and Vice President-elect Ka- rise of hate crimes in the US, such as, 1) a stronger, decisive mala Harris, the first woman of and enacting smart immigra- response from the Federal government to the COVID-19 The priorities include both domestic and global pandemic; 2) stronger US issues Domestic issue pertain to the stopping leadership on expanding clean energy and stopping cli- religious bigotry, the rise of hate crimes in the mate change; 3) ensure civil US, and enacting smart immigration rights protections for all Americans; and, 4) ending our and green card reform gun violence epidemic, by passing stronger gun safety color and first person of South tion and green card reform; policies. Asian descent to be elected to And the foreign policy issues As a nonpartisan organiza- the White House. concern supporting the reli- tion, HAF looks forward to HAF looks forward to work- gious freedom of minorities in working with o elected repre- ing with the Biden-Harris ad- Afghanistan, Pakistan, and sentatives, on both sides of ministration to address issues Bangladesh, and continuing to the aisle, at the local, state, of mutual concern and interest strengthen the US-India rela- and federal level to achieve to the community. tionship. our goals.-regardless of the political party to which they belong. And HAF calls on all Ameri- NEWS cans to come together and work on your desktop in the months and years ahead to strengthen our democracy, www.indiapost.com and boldly face and solve the challenges of our time. 22 India Post Community Across America November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com IMPACT applauds historic election for Indian American candidates, voters

India Post News Service ion, which will help make the difference Nima Kulkarni (KY State House, HD- House), 71-29 WASHINGTON DC: IMPACT, a leading in key states like Michigan and Pennsyl- 40) Vandana Slatter (WA, State House Dis- Indian American advocacy and political vania." Kesha Ram (VT, State Senate) trict 48), 73-27 action committee, has applauded this "Each and every Indian American NikilSaval (PA, State Senate) Padma Kuppa (MI, State House 41), year's historic election for Indian Ameri- candidate deserves to be recognized Jeremy Cooney (NY, State Senate, SD- 55-45 can candidates and voters. The election for their effort, and in particular I want 56), 47-46 Jay Chaudhuri (NC, State Senate), 58- featured a record number of Indian to congratulate Kesha Ram for being Pramila Jayapal (WA-07, U.S. House), 36 American candidates running in key the first woman of color elected to the 85-15 Ravi Sandill (TX, 127th District Court state and federal races across the coun- Vermont State Senate, NikilSaval for be- Ro Khanna (CA-17, U.S. House), 74-26 Judge), 54-46 try, as well as the first Indian American ing the first Indian American elected to Ami Bera (CA-07, U.S. House), 61-39 Amish Shah (U.S., State House AZ-24), to be on a presidential ticket, in vice- the Pennsylvania General Assembly, and Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08, U.S. 37-36 presidential candidate Kamala Harris. Jenifer Rajkumar for being the first IMPACT raised a groundbreaking $10 South Asian woman elected to New York million to support turnout efforts in the state office." Raja Krishnamoorthi on the Election of Asian American and Indian American Fast Facts:Asian Americans are President-Elect Biden & VP-Elect Kamala community and to elect IMPACT's 2020 thefastest-growing racial or ethnic vot- HARISH RAO slate of candidates. The funds were in- ing bloc in the country. There are pro- CHICAGO: Touching upon the elec- Black Vice President. The daughter of ‘The Indian American voters and candidates demonstrated tion of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris: US immigrants, Kamala Devi Harris also Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi ob- makes history as our first South Asian the burgeoning power and influence of this important served that "With more than 75 million Vice President. As an Indian-American, votes overall and a substantial margin I'm very grateful that my children will voting bloc in decisive fashion, which will help make the in the electoral college, the American see Kamala Harris, along with Joe difference in key states like Michigan and Pennsylvania’ people have elected Joe Biden as our next president With more than 75 million votes with a clear mandate to heal vested in the presidential, statewide, jected to be2 million Indian American our country's wounds while overall and a substantial margin in and congressional races in battle- voters in this year's election.Indian defeating the coronavirus and the electoral college, the American ground states, including nearly $2 mil- Americansregister and vote at higher reviving our economy. The son people have elected Joe Biden as lion apiece in Pennsylvania, Arizona, rates. This year, there will be nearly in of Scranton never forgot the North Carolina, and Texas. the battleground states of Florida, commitment to make a differ- our next president with a clear Neil Mahija, Executive Director IM- Pennsylvania, and Michigan. The num- ence that led him into public mandate to heal our PACT in his observation said that "this ber of Indian Americans in Congress has service, and he never will. year's election represented a giant leap grown five-fold in just the past eight The election of Kamala Har- country's wounds forward for Indian Americans' role in years. ris as Vice President is a trans- U.S. politics. The Indian American voters IMPACT-endorsed candidates formative, meaningful moment for our Biden, as a role model when she en- and candidates demonstrated the bur- elected : country. Exactly 100 years after the ters office. I know she'll work to fur- geoning power and influence of this Jenifer Rajkumar (NY, State Assembly ratification of the 19th amendment, ther the progress the United States important voting bloc in decisive fash- District 38), 67-26 we have elected America's first fe- has made in representation and male Vice President. In a year of racial equality, and countless people will be strife, we have elected America's first inspired by her example." Pak move to change Sikh Gurdwara management not acceptable! IADO calls for every vote to be MADHU PATEL CHICAGO: Vishva Hindu Parishad ter the accounts of the Gurdwara and counted from Election Day 2020 (VHP) has taken strong exception to the thus, there shall be no autonomy with SURENDRA ULLAL Pakistan government decision to the Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee handover Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib for to run the Gurdwara as per the rahat CHICAGO: The Indo American Demo- final outcome. Many of those voters management and maintenance from and maryada. cratic Organization (IADO) an advocacy include South Asian Americans, which Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak This amounts to subjugation of one of organization in the country, calls for make up one of the fastest-growing Committee (PSGPC) to the Evacuee the most revered Gurdwaras in the every eligible and valid ballot to be voting blocs in the country. This year Trust Property Board (ETPB). world to the Govt. and in effect to the counted in respect of the demo- alone, it's estimated that more than The argument that PSGPC shall con- people of another viz-Muslim faith. The cratic process: half a million South Asian voters went tinue to be a part of the management MEA of the Govt. of India has lodged pro- "The counting of eligible and valid to the polls in several battleground of Gurdwara is fallacious as amongst the test against it. VHP joins in the protest ballots should not stop. We must con- states like Michigan and Pennsylvania. nine members of the ETPB, not even one and demands that Pakistan Govt. may tinue the democratic process. Donald The democratic process must con- is a Sikh. The Project Management Unit leave the Gurdwaras to be managed by Trump does not decide this election, tinue to ensure every Americans' con- formed under the ETPB will also look af- the Sikh Community in Pakistan. it's totally up to voters to decide the stitutional right to vote is protect November 13, 2020 Community Across America India Post 23 www.indiapost.com Hindu American Political Action Committee on US Elections

India Post News Service HAPAC also congratulates Vice Ohio state Senate. Sen. Antani have made him a national po- in his hard fought race to rep- he Hindu American Politi- President-elect Kamala Harris became the youngest and first litical leader for Hindu Ameri- resent Texas's 22nd District in cal Action Committee on becoming the first woman Hindu American Republican cans. the U.S. House. A polyglot T(HAPAC) welcomed the as well as the first person of state senator in the United Rep. Padma Kuppa (D, MI), a former Foreign Service Officer culmination of a peaceful and Black and Indian descent to States. Sen. Antani's efforts to pioneering Hindu American in- who also served as a senior fair 2020 election season dem- become Vice President. educate Republican Members terfaith community advocate, aide in the U.S. Senate, Sri onstrating the robustness of The reelection of Congress- worked especially hard to the American democracy, but man Raja Krishnamoorthi (D, IL) unite an increasingly diverse also a divided country with with over 70% of the vote was The reelection of Congressman Raja Houston-area community in his clear political divisions that a remarkable victory in the Illi- Krishnamoorthi (D, IL) with over 70% of the vote quest to represent the district must be understood and rec- nois 8th District, and wel- he grew up in as the Demo- onciled. comed by HAPAC as Rep. was a remarkable victory in the Illinois 8th cratic nominee. Dr. "We congratulate Presi- Krishnamoorthi, the first Hindu HiralTipirneni, the Democratic dent-elect Joe Biden for his im- to preside over the House of District, and welcomed by HAPAC nominee for Arizona District 6's minent victory, and look for- Representatives and one of the House seat, and a HAPAC en- ward to working with him and most consistent advocates for dorsed candidate, also lost in a his Administration," said Rishi Hindu Americans in the U.S. of Congress on India's decision was reelected by a double- closely fought election race. Bhutada, HAPAC board mem- Congress, reclaimed his seat. to abrogate Article 370 to pro- digit margin for Michigan's Kulkarni's campaign was re- ber, "Hindu issues are Ameri- HAPAC welcomed the eleva- tect Kashmiri Hindus and text- 41st State House District. Her portedly a target of multiple can issues, and we look for- tion of Niraj Antani (R, OH) from book revisions in California to leadership and advocacy on attacks by a political operative ward to fulfilling together." the Ohio state House to the accurately depict Hinduism behalf of Hindu Americans in with ties to a California Demo- strengthening hate crime leg- cratic leader, who was hired by islation, immigration and text- a co-founder of the Indian 3 UAE-based Indian students launch book reform and representa- American Muslim Council to at- tions of Hindus in the media tack Sri with allegations of dual makes her one of the most vo- loyalties. The Hinduphobic magazine to defy beauty stereotypes cal community allies in a state dirty tricks campaign, that in- DUBAI: Three United Arab and layout creator and Kevin involved photo-shoots, inter- house anywhere in the country. cluded illegal campaign adver- Emirates (UAE)-based Indian Philip, graphic designer, the views of the girls by Shuchita, Jennifer Rajkumar (D, NY), a tisements, sought to peel away students have launched a Gulf News report said. editing transcripts and layout public interest lawyer, pre- Muslim American voters with creation by vailed in her race to represent false claims of loyalties to for- Anoushka New York's 38th Assembly Dis- eign political organizations. and graphic trict becoming the first Hindu HAPAC notes that Trump car- designing of to be seated in the New York ried the Texas 22nd District the covers State Assembly. making it very difficult for by Kevin. Representing a diverse Kulkarni to overcome the chal- "Once we Queen borough district, Rep. lenge of flipping a red district got the cov- Rajkumar will lead a district blue, and lost by 24,000 votes. ers ready, with one of the highest con- Based on the vote analysis, Anoushka centrations of Hindu Ameri- HAPAC was heartened that worked on cans in the country with several most Texas Muslims were not creating a temples and Hindu owned moved by the smear campaign virtual exhi- businesses. against Sri and voted for bition for HAPAC was disappointed Kulkarni as the Democratic the launch that Sri Kulkarni came up short nominee. of these cover shoots which is now open for all," magazine aimed at defying "This initiative aims to defy Shuchita told Gulf News. stereotypical beauty stan- the stereotypical beauty stan- The 18-year-old student dards, as per media report. dards portrayed by mass me- said a woman should not be Shuchita Bahl, a Grade 12 dia, the notion that all that defined by her looks, adding student at the IB2 GEMS Mod- there is to a woman is her looks that "there is so much more to ern Academy, founder and and only conventionally 'beau- her, like her talents and her photographer of the 'News- tiful' women deserve to be on ambitions, which makes her stand' magazine, launched the the cover page of a magazine," the girl she is today and the initiative with two of her Shuchita told Gulf News. woman she will turn into to- friends, Anoushka Kapur, writer The two-month long project morrow". IANS 24 www.indiapost.com NOVEMBER 13, 2020

gency approval too. In fact, Indiana State Medical Board has already Diwali Greetings to all & Best urged local hospitals to get prepared for the use of anti-Corona vaccines, he indicated in a talk. Wishes for better days ahead If all goes well Dr Barai felt there should be normalcy in social and eco- SURENDRA ULLAL AND RAMESH SOPARAWALA nomic spheres. It is in this context, he felt that by middle of the year, we iwali is round the corner Deepakkant Vyas of St Louis sounded a readers for a purview. In the meantime, canbreathe a sigh of relief and await knocking on the door for a bit different let the coming New Year augur well for return of happiness. D hearty welcome as usual. This Dr Barai exuded confidence that vac- all of us and bring the cheer and joy that year however is different. All of us cine could be found by December and we have been missing for most of last DR KIRAN PATEL a front ranking would like to extend a grand wel- that the economy would bounce back year. businessman cum community activist come but the Corona virus has played by middle of the coming year, DR BHARAT BARAI, a former FIA in Florida said the economic perfor- havoc all round - social and economic Deepakkant Vyas said that we should, President and a prominent Oncologist mance life being the prime victims. with a posi- from Indiana, exuded huge optimism will de- Nevertheless, we take this oppor- tive ap- saying that a vaccine for this deadly pend on tunity to offer our heartfelt Diwali proach face disease with be found soon, by De- multiple Greetings to all. It is also important to this deem- cember end, and its massive applica- factors exude optimism that sooner rather ing it as a tion should help arrest the spread and not than later, not only we shall conquer Challenge and also many affected to recover just Co- this deadly disease but shall also get and Oppor- soon. This in its turn should result in a rona Pan- over the negative impact that it has tunity, to bounce back of the economy. demic wrought on our daily life. change He specifically mentioned that and As is our tradition and vogue, this rather than two front ranking pharmaceutical Dr Kiran Patel hence, it year too we sought views of our com- feel de- Dr Bharat Barai companies, Pfizer and Moderna, have is difficult munity leaders and readers on burn- pressed and nearly finished their third-phase of to make a studied prediction. ing issue of Corona virus. What they holding a bleak outlook. Dr Kiran Patel, testing the anti-virus vaccines on thou- think about this deadly virus and its Anil Shah and others pitched for practi- sands of people. The study is now on to Cont’d on page 26 impact on economic activity in com- cal measures while Iftekhar Shareef and weigh if there are any side effects. By ing year? And the consensus was that Sunil Shah and Dr Meshri felt either the December it would be clear and they this we have to live with this problem impact would be short-lived or, it has would be in a position to come out for at least a few more months but its also taught some new lessons. Mafat with likely positive outcome, impact on the economic activity Patel lamented severe impact on hos- pitching FDA for an emer- could be there but not as severe as pitality and travel industries we faced over the last year. Many like We have detailed here below the Dr Bharat Barai of Indiana and views of our esteemed leaders and INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 25 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 26 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Diwali Greetings to all & Best Wishes ... Cont’d from page 24 A PRAGMATIC APPROACH - cation gap etc. will be far forward with a program that dents expecting global condi- Currently 230,000 people have greater. Although this is harsh will help it overcome the prob- tions to improve has de- The most important factors died. Question that is hard to reality the political correctness lems in the near and the distant creased to 51 percent. But the to me are finding a Vaccine and answer is how many of these prevents us from making such future. share predicting that condi- secondly getting effective would have died from natural difficult decisions. It should be taken as a chal- tions will stay the same has in- treatment ensured: If success and other causes like old age/ SUNIL SHAH, Founder Presi- creased since September, is made on these two areas, a V dent FIA, said this deadly while the share expecting shaped bounce is definitely coronavirus emerged from the worsening conditions, which possible (if we exclude Chinese city of Wuhan late last remains at the lowest level politicization). year and then spread to about since the COVID-19 outbreak Second is the Government 210 countries infecting 45+ was declared a pandemic in response during possible re- million & with death heavy toll March, has not changed. surgence and assumption no of human life. A majority of respondents vaccine is available. In my opin- While voluntary social dis- (57 percent) also expect the ion a total/Partial shutdown is tancing and lock down that fol- global growth rate to increase a disaster and need to be kept lowed led to a severe eco- over the next six months, as was aside as far as possible. nomic downturn. The demand the case in September. Overall, OPTIONS: My personal opin- shock resulting from quaran- expectations about executives' Sunil Shah ion is that a prudent approach tine, unemployment, and busi- Dr Deepakkant Vyas national economies remain in is to protect: ness closures dealt a huge line with the September results, A) The elderly, B) Immuno- other comorbidity factors/ in- blow to consumer services. It lenge for innovation and with 55 percent saying they ex- compromised individuals, C) fluenza/ auto accidents etc. reduced the capacity to pro- changing the structure of pect improvement in the next High risk (Diabetes/lung disor- So to protect 0.5% popula- duce goods and services. functioning and the use of six months. ders/ hypertension etc.) This tion should the other 99.5% Millions have lost jobs in technology to suit the changed Outlooks continue to way 80-90% of population can suffer. The socio-economic USA. The COVID-19 pandemic circumstances. The traditional brighten in all but two re- lead a normal life. damage, the generation's edu- and associated economic shut- or the old ways might not work gions. One of these is Greater down created a crisis for all and the companies that adapt China, where positive senti- workers, but the impact was themselves to this new chal- ments are still more common greater on women, non-white lenge would not only survive than in any other region. The workers, lower wage earners but prosper in the long run. It is second region where outlooks and those with less education. equally important to have have moderated is Europe. It The COVID-19 crisis also led to enough cash reserve to tide has become the only region in dramatic swing in household over the short-term financial which respondents are more spending and retail sales. problems. The management In addition to consumer that has taken this factor into spending, the COVID-19 CRISIS consideration could make a has damaged the nation's in- headway while others who dustrial production - output in have lacked this could falter. the manufacturing, mining, Let us take that this is not and utility sectors. going to be over soon but so Bereavement, isolation, loss long as it lasts we need to face of income, and fear are trigger- it without dwelling in the past ing mental complications, such or thinking of bleak future. as delirium, agitation and Amen. stroke. Those with pre-existing IFTEKHAR SHAREEF, a mental, neurological, heart etc. prominent community leader Iftekhar Shareef, may stand a higher risk of se- and a former president FIA, vere outcomes and even death. said the festival of lights - likely to expect their coun- But there is a silver lining Diwali,will bring better days tries' economic conditions to amidst all the negative out- ahead. Even as nations around decline than to improve. India comes, people have started re- the world fight a recent rise in is still lagging behind in im- alizing family values, begun to the number of COVID-19 provement of economy, Octo- take care of their health and per- cases. Responses to one of the ber has shown improvement sonal hygiene, started appreci- latest surveys - McKinsey Glo- in stock market of India, but in ating the importance of prudent bal Survey- on economic sen- general India being depen- financial planning and life insur- timent indicate that execu- dent 70% on agriculture pro- ance for their loved ones. tives' views have largely held ductions. With Mother Nature steady from September. this rainy season has given DR DEEPAKKANT VYAS, a The Outlooks on the 200% rains, all the water bod- front ranking businessman in economy front and industry at ies are full, which will translate St Louis and a community ac- large, the prospects have re- to an increase in agricultural tivist said it is up to a person mained more positive than production even going into how to view or take the preva- negative, though optimism on year 2021-2022. lent Corona pandemic to un- the global economy has tem- derstand the reality and move pered. The share of respon- Cont’d on page 28 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 27 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 28 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Diwali Greetings to all & Best Wishes... Significance of Diyas Cont’d from page 26 portant to find spray that kills germs and stops its spread. on Deepavali Vaccine is alternative that would help killing germs from ANIL SHAH, community activist and President body inside but we need to kill them from outside too. he word Deepavali is derived from words - Deep World Money Exchange - 2020 proved one of the worst No one has any clear cut policy, everyone makes Tand Avali. 'Deep' refers to the earthen diyas or years in recent history for economy but fears are enter- own rules - I mean City, County, State and Federal au- lamps while 'Avali' means a series. It is believed that tained that may 2021 and following few years may be thorities. They all need work in unison and initiate mea- Lord Rama returned home after 14 years of exile and worse if remedial mea- sures as to how to re-start the people of Ayodhya lit earthen diyas in rows out- sures are not taken or not economy and not to close side their homes to pave way for the Lord as it was a on the anvil. economy. It is also advisable no-moon night. Corona Virus has its to lift ban on international Today, we may have a variety of options to light up effects all the way re- travel. It is important to our homes, but lighting diyas on the Diwali night gardless any types of work with positive mind not still has a charm of its own. business except medical with negative mind, which Traditionally, the diyas were lit using ghee (clari- or related areas. It is a impairs brain taking right fied butter) but nowadays people commonly use general belief that the decision. mustard oil. way everything is going, THAKAR BASATI a busi- The cotton wick in the diya represents the human the government too will nessman and a Sikh commu- soul while the ghee or oil represents the 5 evils of run out of money. How nity activist said "Yes it will human life-desire, anger, greed, attachment and ego. Thakar Basati This Diwali, let us light up long the government Anil Shah affect not just coming year, can help? They need to but many more years to come. There are people, who every nook and corner of our create more awareness of Corona and its impact at lost loved ones. That gap will never be filled. It was homes with earthen diyas large and undertake measures like distributing also that people couldn't hold hand during the last and enlighten ourselves too Facemasks, social distancing and periodic lock down days. Some died in total isolation. by burning our materialistic besides giving food but not money. desires, falsehood and at- tachments. If coronavirus spreads by air, mouth and nose, it is im- Cont’d on page 29 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 29 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Diwali Greetings to all & Best Wishes for better days ahead Cont’d from page 28 many got nothing. It is not over to help and minimized the cal changes. up and we went back to nor- yet; Covid19 is still here and damage. Now the stimulus Loss of loved one and finan- mal life. This health Tsunami will Many were not able to say who knows how long its ef- money is exhausted and the cial impact are causing fear also will take its toll and go final good-bye and this will be fects will be felt on health and politics has prevented the con- and insecurity even now. Like away. However, some busi- a burden on their soul. Many wealth. Vaccine is not here and gress to approve the second Tsunami, so it is now TSUNAMI nesses will be wiped out and didn't get proper closing on we don't know how effective it stimulus package. So, the vic- of health & economy but as it the new ones will come. their final exit. will be, what negative affects it tim are the people of USA for happened with Tsunami, Many may not have been will have. It has also brought di- no fault of their's. beaches, streets got cleaned Cont’d on page 30 able to transfer their last will, visions in community. May God Going into 2021, we still face help all. more issues due to Presidential CHANDRAKANT PATEL, a Election, which may further de- banker ad a community activ- lay passing of second stimulus ist from Texas said that COVID- package (as of writing this). But 19 impacted almost all sectors these are all temporary solu- of Economy in 2020. In particu- tions. The real solution is the lar, the effect on Hospitality In- eradication of the virus. This is dustry in which many Indians going to take time. But in mean are invested, was very severe. while, approval of one or more All hotels with prestigious vaccines will bring the situation flags like Marriott Hilton and to normal to some extent. This other flags in that category, will restart the industries that Chandrakant Patel was and is the highest. have been almost shut down. Whereas lower flags like Motel- Fortunately, all the problems papers, land etc., so now they created by Covid19 are tem- have to go through many legal porary. Once we defeat the in- hurdles to get it transferred. So visible Covid19, we will recover many important functions have fully and quickly. been postponed or people DR DAYAL MESHRI, the had to cut down on invitees. President/CEO of Advance Re- People will remember how it search Chemicals observed affected their individual and that although the Coronavirus family programs. had a big impact on economy, This Pandemic has also af- moral strength, and routine of fected education in a big way. our daily life, but it will be a Students had to learn to adjust temporary, short lived prob- to remote learning, while some Dr Dayal Meshri lem. During this short period had no access to internet. Many however, our daily routine school functions had to be can- 6 and other in that category, work, and our life style has celled, as well as many sports the impact has been minimum. changed. It has made us more events. All of service industry, food careful, responsible to do rou- It affected everyone eco- & beverage as well as Airline tine work under the abnormal nomically. Some may never re- industry took a big hit. Some of circumstance. Eventually we cover from this impact. People them had to shut down. will be more dependent on lost businesses and again some Fortunately, Federal Reserve machines& more automation, may never recover. Some Gov- and the Government spon- less social contacts and this in ernments helped, but and sored stimulus package came its turn, will bring psychologi- INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 30 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Diwali Greetings to all & Best Wishes ...

Cont’d from page 29 rants and real estate would be the worst off. The com- they would eventually get normalcy as both are es- mercial real estate where tenants shutter down busi- sential for the well being of community at large. The philosophy of normal life will undergo a change. ness would hurt owners who can't pay mortgage. To assert that the problem would be over during Hopefully vaccines will be coming to the market soon. Many commercial office buildings are empty. specified time period would be just living in our own The survivors will remember as our generation reads The companies getting workers or employees world.The virus is there as was the case with Plague about the past disasters like Plague casualties, loss of working from home find some way to pull on. and Spanish flue decades ago. The immunity system life, money, fear and social isolation all happened but It is a win-win situation for both of them but com- that is inbuilt for the life moved on. mercial real estate seems doomed. Hotel industry human race or for Our generation with modern tools will rebuild all needs capital to keep doors open. Lack of adequate that matter animal around. So this is all temporary. So is our life! Help us number or no customers can only dip into savings but world, would assert the Lord. the question is how long. itself. Hopefully soon. ACHARYA JATIN PATEL, a front ranking astrologer Again astrologically don't expect major changes for NIMISH JANI, a in Chicagoland feels that astrological reading is that at least next summer. Hope, however, rests on either community activist the coronavirus will continue thru 2021 with all its ad- vaccine is found or, the people at large change behav- and Trustee verse impact on the economy. ior. Schaumburg Town- Astrological speaking the outlook is bleak. Lets MAFAT PATEL, a leading businessman often de- ship observed that hope and pray things change sooner. In 2021 planet scribed as Uncrowned King of Devon Ave, said that he the coronavirus will Jupiter is weak causing many times problems to dia- was hopeful that the Corona virus, which has played Nimish Jani likely be with us for betic patients, priests, doctors, patients who have havoc with economic and social life the world over, many years to come, liver disease. Many planets don't indicate positive out- would not be a threat to live with by the end of 2021. We need to learn to protect the vulnerable and the look for 2021 either. He was optimistic that a vaccine would be found elderly citizens among usand we need to keep our On realistic and practical level, the big problem is many sooner than later, and this will help the mass of people economy growing allowing the United States to people out of work without any sustainable aid from the to get over this deadly virus thrive. This means we need to quickly find a vaccine, government. There will be 2.5 million families facing evic- The virus has wrought misery with almost all the and additional therapeutics. This will allow all Ameri- tions from home. The lack of cash flow would ultimately businesses but the hospitality and the travel indus- can citizens to understand that eventually the cause and result in shutting down of businesses. tries are among the worst affected. It will take time to coronavirus will be no more threatening than The travel industry followed by hospitality, restau- get normal for these lines of business activities but influenza(flu). Cont’d on page 32 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 31 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 INDIA POST www.indiapost.com 32 NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Diwali Greetings to all & Best Wishes... Cont’d from page 30 to go away in the next couple of years. We have to at risk. Understandably, global efforts have focused accept the reality and look forward to see how best largely on providing short-term relief in the form of SALIL MISHRA, a noted Banker in Chicagoland, said we can do to stay healthy and safe. healthcare and economic aid, but it's equally impor- that the world has never seen a pandemic of such It is reported that many parts of India are worst af- tant to help emerging economies build a strong eco- magnitude in the last 100 years and was totally un- fected losing loved ones. In this country too many nomic foundation that fortifies their resiliency in good prepared for the devastation it would wrought on have lost their lives or lost loved ones and this is times and bad. human health and global economy. hugely regrettable. My fear is that the coming year Instead, the most viable way to help economies Its destructive impact paralyzed almost all indus- could prove worse than the current one. The economy become prosperous and build long-term resiliency is tries: aviation, recreation, hospitality, restaurant, en- is impacted ad- through investment in a specific type of innovation tertainment, sports and forced closure of theatres, versely with many that more deeply sows the seeds of widespread op- sports arenas, schools and colleges throughout the losing jobs and busi- portunity. Market-creating innovations transform globe. Major economies including the US had to shut nesses downing complicated and expensive products into products down their economies to tackle the gargantuan hu- shutters. More that are simple and affordable, making them acces- man health crisis. On the brighter side everyone un- people have gone sible to a whole new segment of people-known as derstands this as a health issue and not an economic below the poverty non-consumers-for whom there was always underly- doomsday scenario. line and looking for ing demand, but no accessible solution. Equally impor- Despite the slowdown help from any source, tant, the successful markets trigger an entrepreneur- current global economy is including the govern- ial culture that leads to more innovation-and by ex- fundamentally strong. Re- ment. tension, development. spective governments are Sohan Joshi Unfortunately as it ?It turns out that many infusing stimulus money to could seem but there of today's prosperous the monetary system to are loan sharks. This new crop of sharks lure people to countries such as Japan head off the crisis. The good get the loans at a heavy fee and could be in a position and Korea escaped news is a vaccine is round to get them loan too, which in the long run would not poverty and weathered the corner and sooner than be repaid. Borrowers and the loan sharks know that. economic shocks by

Salil Mishra later it is going to be avail- The modus operandi is to set up corporations so that prioritizing market-cre- able to the general popu- the individuals could be safe and it is the corporations, ating innovations. Ja- lace. At the time of writing Pfizer announced that its which go under water. The ultimate loser will be finan- pan, for instance, was in vaccine is 90% effective in its 3rd phase trial. Therefore cial institutions. dire economic straits the next 6-months are going to be the most critical DR SUDHIR BRAHMBHAT, Founder President of the after World War-II but time for the people and the economy. Technology Services observed that while Coronavirus, ultimately became one I think the economy is heading for a tremendous re- a Biowar, will be remembered in the history for its glo- Dr Sudhir Brahmbhat of the world's wealthi- bound around March-April next year and take it to its bal impact that is taking significant number of human est countries thanks to former glory and might as well surpass it by leaps and lives in the world without any guns, its ramifications local innovators including Canon, Panasonic, Sony, and bounds! have been swift and indiscriminate, people living in Toyota. SOHAN JOSHI, a former head of the National Fed- poverty have been disproportionately impacted by Today's innovators have a similar opportunity to eration of Indian Association and a community leader, the deadly disease. ?By some estimates, the economic create new growth engines for their organizations said that Coronavirus impacting adversely every- fallout from the pandemic could push as many as half and the countries that have been most devastated by where in the world and affecting the human activities a billion people of the world into extreme poverty, the pandemic. While successful market-creation has all around- economic and non economic - is not going putting decades of progress in emerging economies traditionally been attributed to luck, predictable roadmap can be: • Discover market-creating opportunities; Identify barriers to consumption; Look for workarounds to common problems; Innovators can unlock the oceans of demand found in non-consumption. • Estimate the market for non-consumption; there is enormous untapped potential when innovators come up with affordable and accessible solutions to everyday struggles. • Develop a new value network. To profitably serve non-consumers, rethink which upstream suppliers, downstream channels to market, and ancillary provid- ers enable a cost structure that keeps non-consum- ers' needs in mind. ?Whether it comes in the form of a global pandemic, a natural disaster, or a real estate bubble, periodic economic crises are inevitable, and they will always hit poor countries the hardest. How- ever, when countries become prosperous, their abil- ity to withstand and bounce back from a crisis is sig- nificantly strengthened. For many emerging econo- mies, investing in market-creating innovations is the critical missing piece in the prosperity puzzle. Be safe and participate in recovering from the cur- rent pandemic situation. November 13, 2020 India Post 33 www.indiapost.com

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TOKYO: The Japanese gov- ernment on 4 November said, One can be said to be perfectly healthy in body and mind only if no part of the body or mind makes itself felt. A part an avian flu outbreak has been makes itself felt only when there is something wrong with it. You know that you have a head only when it aches. detected at a poultry farm in Sri Atmananda (1883 - 1959) Kagawa prefecture, leading to 34 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020 the culling of thousands of chickens. Minister of Agriculture, For- estry and Fisheries Kotaro Better health - for people and Nogami informed Prime Minis- ter Yoshihide Suga of the out- break on Thursday. the planet - grows on trees The farm in Mitoyo city re- ported that a total of 3,800 chickens had died between WASHINGTON: Two of scaling up supply to a global search. humans come from only four Sunday and Wednesday and a humanity's biggest problems - level. "It also can contribute to de- crops: wheat, rice, sugarcane detailed examination con- the climate crisis and abysmal "Planting the right type of velopment issues related to and maize. firmed that the virus was likely eating habits - can partly be trees in the right place can poverty reduction, biodiversity The overconsumption of to be the highly pathogenic H5 solved by one healthy solution: provide nutritious foods to im- conservation and food secu- these energy-rich but nutrient- strain, Japan NHK public broad- eating more food from trees, prove diets sustainably while rity," added Jansen. poor foods - in combination caster said in a news report. specifically tropical ones. providing other valuable eco- In spite of the diversity of with under consumption of Kagawa Governor Hamada While global trends in agri- more nutritious foods - has Keizo said, immediate mea- culture and diets are not easily contributed significantly to sures will be taken to prevent reversed, scientists say that malnutrition, which afflicts the virus from spreading and creating incentives to grow some two billion people. More- has begun the process of cull- and eat more mangos, avoca- over, their cultivation has ing roughly 330,000 chickens dos and Brazil nuts - and doz- caused widespread losses of at the farm. ens of tree-sourced foods most biodiversity and contributed He has also planned to re- people have never heard of - to climate change. quest the dispatch of Self-De- can be both attainable and For these reasons, experts fense Force personnel for assis- sustainable. Writing in People are calling for a transformation tance. and Nature, researchers out- of global food systems charac- Prefectural officials have lined the myriad nutritional, terized by the cultivation and said that it will take about 10 economic and environmental- consumption of foods that si- days to cull and bury the chick- health potential of increasing multaneously deliver nutri- ens. the production and consump- tional, environmental and The prefecture is banning tion of tropical fruits. They system services such as carbon edible plants - there are more health benefits. Because tropi- the transport of chickens and present an overview of ben- sequestration," said Merel than 7,000 - the global food cal tree species, which may ex- eggs within a 3 km radius of efits from tree-sourced foods Jansen, the lead author from system is founded on extraor- ceed 50,000, have this poten- the farm. IANS in terms of nutrition and dis- ETH Zurich and the Center of dinarily low diversity. Almost tial they can be a critical part cuss the barriers and risks of International Forestry Re- half the calories consumed by of the solution, say the authors. "Leveraging the diversity and local knowledge of tree species in tropical landscapes Utah reports record-breaking COVID-19 hospitalizations offers an excellent nature- based solution to match the SALT LAKE CITY: Last week, officials with the on Tuesday, with the total fatal- 19.1% rising global demand for diver- Coronavirus hospitalizations Utah Hospital Association told ity count statewide rising to Utah's hospitals have sified, healthy and sustainable in Utah shattered prior Gov. Gary Herbert that if the 620 people, according to the taken the first steps toward diets, and to re-valuate native record highs on Tuesday Nov number of coronavirus pa- state health department. ``contingency care`` in an at- tree species and local farming 3, as the state's most severe tients did not On Tuesday, tempt to stave off more dras- practices," said Chris Kettle, surge persists. decrease, Nov 3, the tic decisions. the principal investigator of Utah reported its highest state hospi- state re- Intermountain Healthcare, this work, from the ETH Zurich number of hospitalizations tals may have corded 1,669 the largest hospital system in and Alliance of Bioversity Inter- yet with 366 COVID-19 pa- to transfer pa- new con- the state, will implement a national and CIAT. tients, 18 more than Monday. tients that are firmed cases plan that would bring in doc- The world's hundreds of mil- ``These are unprec- not improving of the tors who do not usually work lions of smallholder farmers, edented hospital volumes,'' out of inten- coronavirus, in hospitals, the Tribune re- who have been often pushed said Dr. Brandon Webb, an in- sive care units which ported. University of Utah aside by the industrialization of fectious disease physician at to make room brought the Hospital said they would food systems, have the poten- Intermountain Healthcare. for others, the seven-day av- implement a similar plan. AP tial to be key players in food ``They are far in excess of Salt Lake Tribune reported. erage of new daily cases to system transformation. ANI what we saw during the last Utah reported six new 1,726. The state's seven-day For detailed stories visit For detailed stories visit peak in July.'' deaths from the coronavirus positivity average also hit www.indiapost.com www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020 Wellness Post India Post 35 www.indiapost.com Mental confusion can be early symptom of Covid

LONDON: New research adds to the this, because an individual presenting The review found that, although the vous system and produces growing body of evidence that de- certain signs of confusion may be an in- first cases of pneumonia were reported neurocognitive alterations, such as lirium; a state of acute mental confu- dication of infection," Correa added. in China focused on the damage it headaches and delirium, as well as psy- sion, accompanied by a fever could be For the results, the research team re- causes to the lungs and other organs, chotic episodes. an early symptom of Covid-19. "The main hypotheses which explain Delirium is an abrupt change in the how the coronavirus affects the brain brain that causes mental confusion and point to three possible causes: hypoxia emotional disruption. It makes it diffi- or neuronal oxygen deficiency, inflam- cult to think, remember, sleep, pay at- mation of brain tissue due to cytokine tention, and more. storm and the fact that the virus has the The study, published in the Journal of ability to cross the blood-brain barrier Clinical Immunology and Immuno- to directly invade the brain," com- therapy, highlights the fact that, to- mented Correa. gether with the loss of the senses of He stressed that any one of these taste and smell and headaches that oc- three factors has the potential to result cur in the days prior to the manifestation in delirium and explained that evidence of coughing and breathing difficulties, of hypoxia-related brain damage. some patients also develop delirium. It has been observed in autopsies "As such, the manifestation of this state carried out on patients who have died of confusion, when accompanied by high from the infection and that it has been fever, should be considered an early possible to isolate the virus from the marker of the disease, particularly in the cerebral tissue. case of elderly patients," said study re- According to the researchers, de- searcher Javier Correa from Universitat lirium, cognitive deficits and behavioral Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) in Spain. viewed the body of scientific work pub- such as the kidneys and heart, there are anomalies are most likely to be the re- "We need to be on the alert, particu- lished on the effects of Covid-19 in relation growing indications that the sult of systemic inflammation of the or- larly in an epidemiological situation like to the central nervous system, i.e. the brain. coronavirus also affects the central ner- gan and a state of hypoxia, IANS Realty Tidbits ‘India expects USD 3.4 bn FDI in data center infrastructure’ Piramal Mahalaxmi KOLKATA: Data centers are to become the next big records over 2X segment after warehousing and nearly USD 3.4 bil- Real Estate lion foreign investments is expected in this space in growth in NRI sales the coming 3 -4 months, a top official of a real estate services company informed. MUMBAI: Piramal Realty, the India is the largest consumer of data, the govern- real estate arm of Piramal ment had suggested that data centers of the world Group, saw a surge in demand be built in India, thereby making all the data majors from NRI customers in the sec- 36 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020 to consider investment in the country, he said. PTI ond quarter of 2020. Rupee depreciation, lowest interest rates on home loans, reduction in Stamp Duty Indian realty's institutional fund inflow charges and innovative schemes like flexible payment plans and rental pay back have in 2020 seen at $4.8 bn been some of the key driving factors. This has led to an in- NEW DELHI: The Indian real crease in bookings from NRI's, estate sector is likely to have which has led to an overall received institutional funds growth of over 200 percent in worth $4.8 billion in 2020, ac- sales. Piramal Mahalaxmi, the cording to a JLL report. residential development by During July-September, Piramal Realty witnessed over India's real estate market at- 40 per cent of its total sales tracted $235 million in capital, from NRI's with maximum inter- growing by 52 per cent quar- est in 2bhk and 3bhk apart- ter-on-quarter (QoQ), showed ments offering lifetime views of JLL's 'Capital Markets Update: the 225 acre Mahalaxmi Race- Q3 2020' report. course and the Arabian Sea. "The India real estate sector With changing times and is expected to draw $4.8 bn of embracing the digital way of capital in 2020, representing a booking homes, NRI's have 8 per cent decline on 2019's adapted to the new normal total transactional volume of and are increasingly accepting $5.3 billion," it said. landmark portfolio transac- for cash flow opportunities in JLL. the new tools and technolo- According to JLL, investors tions amounting to a total of private and public markets, it "We have already witnessed gies to book their homes. are most attracted to the $3.6 billion in investment value said. very positive signs of recovery "Despite the global eco- country's office sector, with in- likely to be concluded in Q4 "We're expecting a broad in the office segment in Q3 nomic scenario and the ongo- terest remaining strong 2020. based 'V-shape' recovery in the with gross leasing at 13.8 MN ing challenges, we have seen throughout the pandemic and In the primary markets, Indian real estate market, but square feet. The REITs market tremendous demand from the partial relaxation of the Mindspace Business Parks REIT, depending on the economic has done exceedingly well NRIs. Many factors have led to lockdown with $200 million in- India's second REIT issue, of recovery and pandemic re- with the combined market cap the uptick in demand one of vested during Q3 2020. $600 million was oversub- sponse, our estimates have of the India REITs at $6 bn ac- them is having the comfort of Concurrently, global inves- scribed by 13 times in August substantial scope for upward counting for 33 per cent of the owning a property back home, tors actively sought asset port- 2020. The strong response to revision," said Ramesh Nair, market cap of listed real estate which is available for future folio opportunities, with two this REIT indicates a preference CEO and Country Head (India), companies," he said. IANS use or upgrading to a better lifestyle and staying with their families who still reside in In- dia," said Gaurav Sawhney, Hyderabad's real estate market sees 172% growth in 5 years President, Marketing and HYDERABAD: Hyderabad's pounded Annual Growth Rate leased here on the occasion of the country. Sales, Piramal Realty. commercial real estate mar- (CAGR) in 10 years, and even dur- Knight Frank India's new office. Hyderabad Airport's share "With these changing times, ket has seen a record growth ing the present Covid challenge, According to the report, of passenger traffic handled it is our constant endeavor to of 172 per cent in its transac- rents continue to remain steady. Hyderabad witnessed a re- in the country has increased create spaces that signifi- tion volumes from 2014 to Hyderabad is among the only markable growth in corporate from 5.5 per cent in 2014-15 cantly improve the quality of 2019, says a report by Knight two metro cities (another being activity over the last five years to 6.4 per cent in 2019-20. life for individuals and families, Frank India. According to the report, by setting gold standard in According to the research Residential prices have grown by a significant since the formation of the state, customer-centricity, architec- report titled 'WFH, 5.3 per cent Compounded Annual Growth Rate Telangana's real Gross Domes- tural design, quality and #WorkfromHyderabad', in (CAGR) in 10 years, and even during the present tic Product (GDP) has signifi- safety," Gaurav Sawhney terms of commercial market, cantly grown to Rs 6.63 trillion added. Hyderabad is one of the few Covid challenge, rents continue to remain steady in 2019-2020 from Rs 4.16 tril- With over 2 million square cities that recorded positive lion in 2014 with a CAGR of 8.08 feet of development, Piramal rental growth of 2 per cent Bengaluru) that have not seen a and jumped from a rank of sixth per cent which is considerably Mahalaxmi is set to be one of year-on-year (YoY) in Q3 2020. fall in residential prices despite in 2014 to second in 2019 in higher than the national real the largest premium residen- Residential prices have grown the ensuing market uncertainties terms of annual office space GDP CAGR of 5.7 per cent for tial developments in South by a significant 5.3 per cent Com- and low sales, says the report re- demand across the key cities in the same period. IANS Mumbai. ANI/NewsVoir November 13, 2020 Classifieds India Post 37 www.indiapost.com

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www.indiapost.com 38 India Post OP-ED November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com Philosophy DEEPAK CHOPRA receiving engenders giving. What goes Is Pakistan on the cusp up must come down; what goes out he Law of Giving can also be called must come back. In reality, receiving is Tthe Law of Giving and Receiving, the same thing as giving, because giv- of a revolution? because the universe operates ing and receiving are different aspects PRANAY KUMAR SHOME through dynamic exchange. Nothing is of the flow of energy in the universe. t has been almost seventy years cal issues. What has compounded static. Your body is in dynamic and con- And if you stop the flow of either, you since Pakistan 'land of the pure' Khan's difficulties is the Pakistan stant exchange with the body of the uni- interfere with nature's intelligence. was carved out of India with the os- Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Vice verse; your mind is dynamically interact- In every seed is the promise of thou- I tensible aim of becoming a homeland President Maryam Nawaz and Paki- ing with the mind of the cosmos; your en- sands of forests. But the seed must not for Muslims but the creation has ig- stan Peoples Party (PPP) President ergy is an expression of cosmic energy. be hoarded; it must give its intelli- nored the inclusive multicultural and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is questioning The flow of life is nothing other than gence to the fertile ground. Through its multiracial nature of cosmopolitan In- the government's track record on de- the harmonious interaction of all the el- giving, its unseen energy flows into dian society at the time of creation velopment and its incompetent han- ements and forces that structure the material manifestation. The more you which will have wider ramifications dling of the coronavirus pandemic. field of existence. This harmonious inter- give, the more you will receive, be- for the future of the Pakistani polity action of elements and forces in your life cause you will keep the abundance of and unity. The army of Pakistan whose Fears of a larger unrest operates as the Law of Giving. Because the universe circulating in your life. objective was to protect 'Dar al Islam' Pakistan's fragile unity is on the your body and your mind and the uni- In fact, anything that is of value in life (abode of Islam) the region from all verge of collapsing. The recent inci- verse are in constant and dynamic ex- only multiplies when it is given. That threats both external and internal dent where the Sindh Inspector change, stopping the circulation of en- which doesn't multiply through giving have resulted in calling the shots for General of Police, Mushtaq Mahar ergy is like stopping the flow of blood. is neither worth giving nor worth re- the majority of Pakistan's 'democratic' was abducted by Pakistani army Whenever blood stops flowing, it be- ceiving. If, through the act of giving, existence; but recent events point to rangers and forced to issue arrest gins to clot, to coagulate, to stagnate. you feel you have lost something, then a real 'Naya (new) Pakistan' as a revo- warrants against Maryam Nawaz and That is why you must give and receive the gift is not truly given and will not lution appears imminent. her husband Captain (retired) Safdar Awan has galvanized the opposition Democracy at last? ranks which appeared to have The more you give, the The Pakistan Democratic Move- shaken earlier. The Sindh police have ment (PDM), a coalition of eleven of openly revolted against the Paki- more you will receive Pakistan's leading parties headed by stani army, multiple 'forced holiday' firebrand cleric Maulana Fazlur of senior officers of the Sindh police Practicing the Law of Giving is Rehman, is leading from the front, and has rattled the Imran Khan govern- actually very simple: if you want ment, which has The Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) swung in dam- Deepak Chopra age control joy, give joy to others a coalition of eleven of Pakistan's leading mode. parties headed by firebrand cleric Maulana If the situation in order to keep wealth and affluence cause increase. If you give grudgingly, Fazlur Rehman, is leading from the front persists then or anything you want in life circulating there is no energy behind that giving. there is a fear in your life. The word affluence comes It is the intention behind your giving and is proving to be a nightmare that other prov- from the root word affluere, which and receiving that is the most impor- inces may soon means to flow to. The word affluence tant thing. The intention should always is proving to be a nightmare for the rise in rebellion against Punjab and means to flow in abundance. be to create happiness for the giver and incumbent Pakistan premier and the Rawalpindi, putting the very social Money is really a symbol of the life receiver, because happiness is life-sup- all-powerful army chief. Although the and economic fabric of Pakistan un- energy we exchange and the life en- porting and life-sustaining and there- army has called on the movement to der a mortal threat. Larger unrest ergy we use as a result of the service fore generates increase. The return is desist from bringing the name of the cannot only jeopardize Pakistan's we provide to the universe. Another directly proportional to the giving when army in politics and has defended the fight against the coronavirus but also word for money is currency, which also it is unconditional and from the heart. army's role of 'upholding the consti- undermine the fight against terrorism reflects the flowing nature of energy. Excerpted from 'The 7 Laws of Suc- tution,' the opposition is taking none albeit its own creation. The likelihood The word currency comes from the cess'. The 74th birth anniversary of of it. And for the first time in Pakistan's of more rebellions against the Imran Latin word currere which means to run Deepak Chopra was observed on Oc- nascent democratic history, politi- Khan government and army threatens or to flow. Therefore, if we stop the cir- tober 22. cians have shown the ability to speak to tear asunder the fragile religious culation of money if our only intention out against the military establish- and societal fabric of Pakistan. is to hold on to our money and hoard it ment, which is most evident in former since it is life energy, we will stop its cir- 50 SPIRITUAL APPETIZERS Pakistan premier Nawaz Sharif calling Reasons for the unrest culation back into our lives as well. Vinod Dhawan on the army to stay out of politics and Delving deeper into the causes In order to keep that energy coming respect the constitution. and reasons behind the unrest in Pa- “It’s a lovely book. It feels en- to us, we have to keep the energy cir- ergetically clear and light. It’s The PDM has taken out massive ral- kistan points to a history of discrimi- culating. Like a river, money must keep easy to read, dip in and out and lies across the country with the aim of nation, interprovincial rivalry and flowing, otherwise it begins to stag- most importantly it offers infor- bringing down the Imran Khan gov- mindless exploitation of natural re- nate, to clog, to suffocate and strangle mation without fluff! Blessings ernment as well as to ensure that the sources. South Asia Monitor its very own life force. Circulation keeps on this project.” army performs its role as the de- Jac O’Keeffe fender of the country and not it alive and vital. Spirituality teacher based in For detailed story visit Every relationship is one of give and USA. meddle in constitutional and politi- www.indiapost.com take. Giving engenders receiving, and Available on AMAZON, FLIPKART Disclaimer: Views expressed are personal to the author November 13, 2020 OP-ED India Post 39 www.indiapost.com Quad needs to transform into an Indo Pacific Collective against a belligerent China LT GEN PRAKASH KATOCH (RETD)

he first phase of the 24th members, but also strength- China into dominating the edition of Malabar naval ens our collective ability to world in the manner he wants. Texercise (November 3-6) contribute to regional secu- This is a dangerous develop- involving navies of India, Japan, rity." China has been bombard- ment for the sane world. It is the US, and Australia (four na- ing Australia with sanctions one reason why Germany has MOVING FORWARD tions comprising the Quad) is ever since Australia demanded declared it will send a warship fter grueling campaigns by both Democrats and Republicans to underway in the Bay of Bengal an international investigation to patrol the Indian Ocean be- Aelect the President,the elections have come to an end. focusing on anti-submarine into the origins of the virus, ginning next year - joining the The people of America have chosen who they want to be led by warfare and other combat ma- how it spread and its handling effort for a fair and free Indo- and represent them. There is no doubt this was one of the most di- neuvers on high seas. Phase-II by Beijing. Pacific and keeping the global vided elections America has witnessed in recent times. It has also (November 17-20) will be held As of October 30, 2020, the commons free from Chinese in- taken several days to count all the ballots. in the Arabian Sea with both virus has killed 1.21 million terference. China can be ex- Whatever difficulties the States may have faced to finally an- the US and India likely to de- people and infected 47.3 mil- pected to become more and nounce the winner, ultimately it is the Americans who have won, as ploy one aircraft carrier each lion worldwide, ruining econo- more aggressive as its com- the President-elect stated in his victory speech. This is exactly the adding muscle to multiple ma- mies of multiple countries in its prehensive national power in- freedom people desire and what Democracy makes possible. This is neuvers like surface, anti-sub- wake. creases, especially its military what makes America tick. marine and anti-air warfare op- power at sea. We must not forget what Trump has done for America and appre- erations. China's increasing aggression Xi could adopt multiple ciate his services to the nation and the world. We must acknowledge This time navies of all four Through the just concluded means to realize his China that he got huge support from his party and the American people Quad members are jointly ex- 5th plenary of the 19th Central dream by dropping all pre- who voted for him but Joe Biden got more votes than Trump. There ercising; Australia having re- Committee of the Communist tenses of China's peaceful rise cannot be two Presidents, only one will be elected while the other joined after participating in Party of China (CPC) held from but generally retaining his out- has to gracefully concede and make way for the new, to enable the Malabar in 2007 and thereafter October 26-29, Chinese Presi- ward composure. One can re- country move onward. opting out because of adverse dent Xi Jinping has bestowed call Xi thundering during his There are several issues that lie ahead for the new leader to ad- Chinese reaction. more powers on himself by visit to Nepal in October 2019 dress and he would need all the support to move forward. The main In Phase-I of Malabar exer- getting his Vision 2035 ap- that anyone attempting to issue is of course the pandemic that has to be taken on, on a war "split" China will be "crushed." footing. The other issues are economy and climate change, which This time navies of all four Quad members Yet Xi believes all territories the entire world faces today. under the sun belong to China Joe Biden, an old hand in Washington, has worked very closely are jointly exercising; Australia having rejoined as he wages hybrid war to with world leaders will not have any problems at the White House. break countries and makes His experience as Vice-President twice, will definitely come handy after participating in Malabar in 2007 and fresh illegal claims every sec- once he settles into office of the President. thereafter opting out because of adverse ond day. Mr. Biden's running mate, Kamala Devi Harris, a US Senator from California, will become the first woman and first Indian-African- Chinese reaction An inclusive Indo-Pacific American Vice-President of the country. Kamala Harris is proud of her Both the Quad and Malabar heritage and will represent the true diversity that America as a na- cise, the US, Australia, and Ja- proved and introducing new exercises rest on shared values tion is. pan, have fielded guided-mis- working norms for the Central and commitment to an open, Trump brought with him valuable experience of being a success- sile destroyer USS John S Committee. The plenary men- inclusive Indo-Pacific and a ful business leader and worked tirelessly to boost American jobs that McCain, long-range frigate tioned China's great achieve- rules-based international or- were lost to countries like China. Under his leadership US unemploy- HMAS Ballarat and destroyer JS ments over the past five years, der. But it is the rise of China ment was lowest in more than two decades. Even during the pan- Onami respectively while India but actually showed how the and Xi that has forced the demic the US GDP growth-rate was highest amongst other coun- has deployed the destroyer INS Asian giant under Xi has fared: world to sit up and take note. tries. No wonder he also got tremendous support from the people. Ranvijay, stealth frigate INS the coronavirus that originated US Deputy Secretary of State He narrowly missed being re-elected. Shivalik, offshore patrol vessel from China has wreaked havoc Stephen E Biegun said on Oc- India's relations with USA had never seen the support as Trump INS Sukanya, fleet support ship in the world; increased geno- tober 20 that Quad should be administration extended, although they had been improving over INS Shakti and submarine INS cide in Tibet and Xinjiang; the "more regularized," and at the past two decades. Hopefully they will continue to further im- Sindhuraj. Just before the com- ruthless suppression of demo- some point "formalized" with prove under Biden and Harris. As the two largest democracies of the world it is important to build trust and partnership, to protect nations mencement of the Malabar na- cratic movement in Hong the passage of time. That from terrorism, dictatorial governments and climate change. val exercise, the Indian Navy un- Kong; aggressive moves should be viewed in the back- 21stCentury belongs to India and USA. The two economies can dertook live firing drills at sea. against Taiwan and in Indo-Pa- drop of Xi's plans to steamroll change course of the world to eliminate hunger, unemployment and cific; promoting terrorism his way into global domination health issues that stare us in our face. The pandemic has taught us After 13 years, Australia joins through proxies, and; aggres- at top speed especially since how vulnerable we all are and there is no way any nation can escape Malabar exercise sion against India in Ladakh. he views that the US is in de- such global disasters. Our cooperation could set an example for na- Linda Reynolds, Australia's And aside from all this, Xi's au- cline and also would like to tions to follow. Defense Minister, on Novem- tocratic reign against Chinese gain from the electoral chaos in Americans, both Democrats and Republicans will hopefully put ber 3, said, "Participation in so- people through intimidation, America. South Asia Monitor all their differences behind and tread forward, as they have always phisticated exercises like disappearances and killings. done through the 244-year history. Americans will need to work to- Malabar not only highlights the The CPC has virtually given a For detailed stories visit gether to bring peace and harmony during these difficult times, es- strategic trust among the free hand to Xi for steering www.indiapost.com pecially when the nation has witnessed more than 237,000 deaths Disclaimer: Views expressed are personal to the author with the pandemic. TOP TEN HINDI FILM SONGS

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40 India Post www.indiapost.com November 13, 2020 Angrezi Medium 2 Get Ready To Fight Reloaded: ricketer KL Rahul had a special birthday wish for rumoured girl Baaghi 3 Cfriend Athiya Shetty on social 3 Ek Zindagi: Angrezi Medium media. 4 Bhankas: Baaghi 3 Rahul posted a picture on Instagram. 5 Dus Bahane 2.0: Baaghi 3 In the image, the actress is seen leaning on the cricketer's shoulder while the two 6 Mere Liye Tum Kaafi Ho: look at the camera and smile. Shubh Mangal Zyaada Savdhan Alongside the image, he wrote: 7 Phir Na Milen Kabhi: Malang "Happy birthday mad child."Athiya re- 8 Humraah: Malang plied with a white heart emoji in the comment section. 9 Garmi: Street Dancer 3D The actress turned 28 on 5 No- 10 Illegal Weapon 2.0: vember. Her father, actor Street Dancer 3D SunielShetty, too shared a birth- day note on social media. Athiya made her debut in 2015 with "Hero" and was ami Gautam is in love then seen in "Mubarakan" Y with the beauty and and "Motichoor fresh air of Himachal Chaknachoor". She Pradesh, so much hasn't announced that she decided to her next ditch her car ride project yet. after pack-up! Last In a couple of month, videos that Yami she shared on walked Instagram, she can the virtual be seen walking ramp at the down a hilly road. digital version In one video, the of the Lakme actress is all smiles Fashion Week. She also at the camera, opened up about work- apologetic for not from-home wardrobe wearing her mask. looks, adding that she In the second likes to be in comfortable video, Yami wears a clothing and without mask and is accom- make-up. IANS panied by her hair- stylist in her post nternational Kids Film Festival (IKFF) will pack-up walk. Ibe hosted digitally from November 20. "Ditching car ride The month-long global event includes film post pack-up for the screenings, filmmaking master classes much needed walk by and filmmaking competition with the hills... Can't explain celebrities including Sonali Bendre this feeling," Yami wrote and Nandita Das, as part of the jury. along with her video. The fourth edition of the festival The actress used will feature over 150 films from 40 hashtags like #heaven countries. Issues covered range #beautifulhimachal from environment to conflict to #BhootPolice childhood to space and many more. #Shootdiaries and #nofilter The festival aims to introduce chil- along with her post. dren to the magic of films and utilize its Yami is currently power to educate and inspire. It is an at- shooting for the horror tempt to break down virtual walls that exist comedy film "Bhoot Po- between people, and to bring together children of lice" in Himachal Pradesh. Directed by Pawan various ethnicities, backgrounds, religious prefer- Kripalani, the film also stars ences, cultures, languages and other divides to- Saif Ali Khan, Jacqueline gether on one forum, to watch handpicked films Fernandez and Arjun with messages about positive values in life. IANS Kapoor. IANS November 13, 2020 India Post 41 www.indiapost.com 42 India Post November 13, 2020 www.indiapost.com