Joe Biden: News

19 Jul 2023

Donald Trump

Donald Trump's poll promise: 'Will end Russia-Ukraine conflict in 24-hours'

Former United States President Donald Trump said that over 500 days of the Russia-Ukraine war could end in a day if he returns to power, Fox News reported.

13 Jul 2023

White House

Joe Biden has had 'so much plastic surgery': Republican leader

Greg Murphy, a Republican congressman from North Carolina, has accused United States (US) President Joe Biden of having "so much botox."

06 Jul 2023

White House

Cameras, visitor logs checked after cocaine found at White House

A powdery substance found by the Secret Service at the White House on Sunday was cocaine, Reuters reported, quoting an official on Wednesday.

US had no role in Wagner's mutiny in Russia: Report

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director William Burns has reportedly called Kremlin's Foreign Intelligence Service chief Sergei Naryshkin to assure Moscow the United States (US) had no role in the Wagner Group's aborted mutiny in Russia last week.

30 Jun 2023

US Supreme Court

US: Supreme Court halts Biden's student loan forgiveness plan

The United States (US) Supreme Court rejected President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness scheme on Friday, depriving tens of millions of Americans of the opportunity to have up to $20,000 of their debt canceled.

#NewsBytesExplainer: What's affirmative action that US Supreme Court has banned 

The United States Supreme Court on Thursday ended affirmative action in university admissions, ruling that race can't be considered a deciding factor for higher education.

Chinese spy balloon reportedly used US tech for spying

The Chinese spy balloon that was spotted over the United States (US) early this year used technology made by America that helped it gather audio-visual data, reported The Wall Street Journal, citing preliminary findings from a closely held probe on Wednesday.

27 Jun 2023

White House

White House condemns journalist's harassment for questioning PM Modi

The White House on Monday condemned the online harassment faced by Sabrina Siddiqui, the journalist who had asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi a question at a press conference last week.

24 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

India, US call to curb cross-border terrorism; Pakistan reacts

Pakistan has rejected a joint statement by India and the United States urging it to take action against cross-border terrorism.

23 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

India celebrates all faiths: PM Modi at US Congress

Addressing the joint session of the United States (US) Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India celebrates all faiths as diversity is the natural way of life in the country.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

No discrimination in India: PM Modi on US media question

While responding to a question during a joint press conference on Thursday with United States (US) President Joe Biden regarding the measures the Indian government is taking to improve the rights of minorities, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that democracy is in the DNA of both the nations.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Why some Democrats plan to boycott Modi's address to Congress

While relentless preparations are underway for the joint session address of the United States (US) Senate and House by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, numerous members of the US Democratic Party have announced their decision to boycott the event.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi's dinner at White House: Here's what's on the menu

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, along with White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford are hosting Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 22 for a State Dinner.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

'Big deal': PM Modi, Biden to address press conference 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join United States (US) President Joe Biden to address a press conference on Thursday, the White House said.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

US may ease H-1B visa norms amid Modi's visit: Report 

United States (US) President Joe Biden's government would likely make it easier for Indians to live and work in the country, reported Reuters.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

7.5-carat green diamond, sandalwood box: PM Modi's gifts to Bidens

On his first state visit to the United States (US), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a handcrafted sandalwood box to US President Joe Biden and a green diamond to First Lady Jill Biden.

22 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi, Bidens exchange gifts after dinner, US Congress address ahead

After leading a Guinness World Record-setting International Yoga Day event in New York on Thursday (local time), Prime Minister Narendra Modi had an intimate dinner with United States (US) President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the White House in Washington.

21 Jun 2023

Xi Jinping

Biden calls Jinping 'dictator' day after 'positive' bilateral talks

Poking fun at Chinese President Xi Jinping, United States President Joe Biden labeled him a "dictator" while speaking at a fundraiser event in California on Tuesday (local time).

20 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Who is the Indian-American entrepreneur set to escort PM Modi

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar will escort Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his joint address to the United States Congress on Thursday.

20 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Vegetarian menu, Grammy-winning violinist: US prepares for Modi's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who left for the United States (US) for his three-day state visit, would reach Andrews Air Force Base in Washington on Wednesday at 1:30am.

20 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

PM Modi's first state visit to US: What to expect

Prime Minister Narendra Modi left on Tuesday for his maiden three-day state visit to the United States (US).

20 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

PM Modi leaves for 3-day US state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday departed for his three-day landmark state visit to the United States (US).

19 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

PM Modi's US visit: Here's the schedule and agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in the United States (US) on Tuesday for a state visit as a series of events are lined up for him from Wednesday to Saturday.

16 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi's US visit: Protests planned over India's human rights issues

Human rights groups in the United States (US) have allegedly planned protests ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit over the reported "deteriorating human rights situation" in India.

Will prioritize Indian visa applications: US ahead of Modi's visit

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, the United States (US) on Thursday said it is making a "huge push" to process as many visa applications in India as possible as a "top priority."

15 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Know about PM Modi's packed schedule during US visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on his first official state visit to the United States (US) from June 21-24. Per reports, his high-profile and jam-packed schedule includes participation in at least a dozen significant events as well as conversations with prominent members of the US Congress and some top American CEOs.

11 Jun 2023

Donald Trump

'Crazy lunatics': Donald Trump slams 'corrupt' justice system after indictment

Former United States (US) President Donald Trump on Saturday called the country's justice system "corrupt" in two state Republican conventions, reported AFP.

06 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Go see for yourself: US praises 'health' of Indian democracy

Reposing faith in India's democracy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the White House on Monday called the country a vibrant democracy.

04 Jun 2023

Singapore

Spy chiefs of rival countries secretly huddle in Singapore: Report

Top officials from over two dozen of the world's main intelligence agencies met this weekend on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore, Reuters reported.

03 Jun 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi to address US Congress's joint session on June 22

PM Narendra Modi has been invited to address the joint meeting of the United States (US) Senate and the House of Representatives on June 22, the US congressional leaders said on Friday.

02 Jun 2023

Donald Trump

Biden falls on stage at Air Force graduation, Trump reacts

United States (US) President Joe Biden tripped and fell on stage at the Air Force Academy graduation ceremony in Colorado on Thursday.

US averts default as Senate narrowly passes debt ceiling bill

The US Senate on Thursday narrowly approved a bill to suspend the country's borrowing limit days before it was due to default on its debt.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why President Joe Biden's son may face serious charges

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) may press "serious charges" against Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden's son, former US Attorney General William Barr said.

24 May 2023

Donald Trump

Frustrated Trump throws up hands as court sets trial date

Former United States (US) President Donald Trump on Tuesday threw up his hands in frustration as a judge set his criminal trial for March 25 next year, reported Associated Press.

20 May 2023

Narendra Modi

Will be 'happy to host' Quad summit in 2024: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that India would be "happy to host" the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QSD), also known as the Quad summit, next year, reported ANI.

US faces roadblocks in regulating AI: What are they

Regulating artificial intelligence lies somewhere between AI fever and fear. Governments worldwide are making moves to reign in the quickly proliferating AI chatbots, image generators, and more.

05 May 2023

Kamala Harris

Joe Biden meets CEOs of AI companies: Key takeaways

The rise of generative AI has fueled new hopes but also new fears. ChatGPT and its ilk have become the latest cause of worry for governments and lawmakers across the world.

US: Joe Biden caught with cheat sheets detailing reporter's question

United States (US) President Joe Biden has landed in a fresh controversy after he was spotted with cheat sheets during a press conference at the White House.

US: Joe Biden announces his 2024 presidential run

United States (US) President Joe Biden on Tuesday officially launched his campaign for the 2024 presidential election. He announced the news in a three-minute video that began with the word "Freedom."

US: Bill passed to ban transgender athletes from female teams

In a major development that could shake up the United States's (US) sports scene, the Republican-led House passed a bill that would bar transgender women and girls from participating in athletic programs designated for women.