United States of America: News
03 May 2025
Health & WellnessFDA approves gene-edited pigs as food: Here's why it matters
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the consumption of gene-edited pigs, developed by UK-based biotechnology firm Pig Improvement Company (PIC).
03 May 2025
Jaguar Land RoverJLR resumes vehicle exports to US after month-long pause
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has resumed its vehicle exports to the US, according to The Times.
03 May 2025
Ministry of Commerce and IndustryIndia halts all imports from Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack
India has put an immediate ban on the import of goods from Pakistan in the wake of a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which left 26 dead.
03 May 2025
Green CardNew rule announced for Green Card holders flying within US
From May 7, all Green Card holders in the US will have to show a 'Real ID' for domestic air travel.
30 Apr 2025
ChinaGlobal military spending reaches record high amid ongoing conflicts
The world is experiencing an unprecedented increase in military spending, a 9.4% year-on-year increase to $2.718 trillion in 2024.
30 Apr 2025
IndiaIndia-US trade deal might take at least 6 months: Report
The proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between India and the United States is likely to take at least six months to finalize, as per Moneycontrol.
30 Apr 2025
Benjamin NetanyahuGeorge Clooney's wife could be barred from entering US
Renowned human rights lawyer and Hollywood star George Clooney's wife, Amal Clooney, may soon be barred from entering the United States.
30 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaExplained: How employers misuse H-1B visas to hire foreign workers
The H-1B visa program, meant to assist US businesses in hiring skilled foreign workers, has been under the scanner for possible fraud.
30 Apr 2025
COVID-19Indian-origin robotics company CEO kills family, then self, in US
Harshavardhana Kikkeri, a 45-year-old entrepreneur from Mysuru, is alleged to have murdered his wife Shwetha (41), and their 14-year-old son before taking his own life.
29 Apr 2025
Elon MuskOnly 35% Americans support Musk's work for Trump, says poll
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's cost-cutting push for the Donald Trump administration has not gone down well with the American public.
29 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpGetting US visa 'almost impossible' for citizens of these countries
Acquiring a US visa has become very difficult in 2025, especially for citizens of certain countries, according to a study by Brooks Law Firm.
29 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy Trump is easing tariffs on imported auto parts
US President Donald Trump is considering a major change in his auto tariff policy.
29 Apr 2025
General MotorsGeneral Motors recalls almost 9L vehicles over defective engines
General Motors (GM) has launched a recall of 8.7 lakh full-size trucks and SUVs in the US over potential defects in their engines.
29 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS to criminalize revenge porn, AI deepfakes
The US Congress has passed a landmark legislation, Take It Down Act, which seeks to ban non-consensual intimate photos and videos from online platforms.
28 Apr 2025
IBMIBM announces $150B investment in US over next 5 years
IBM has announced plans to invest a whopping $150 billion in the United States over the next five years.
28 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaChildren of H-1B workers face visa-expiry at 21: What next?
The future of children on H-4 visas, linked to their parents who are on H-1B visas in the US, is increasingly getting uncertain as they near adulthood.
27 Apr 2025
Health & WellnessTeen hosts 'sperm race'—to raise awareness about male fertility problems
In a unique way to draw attention to the issue of falling male fertility, 17-year-old Eric Zhu hosted a 'sperm race' event in Los Angeles.
27 Apr 2025
IndiaIndia's engineering exports hit $116B in FY25, setting new record
India's engineering goods exports hit an all-time high of $116.67 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, a 6.74% increase over the previous record of $112.10 billion in fiscal 2021-22.
27 Apr 2025
ChinaShein raises US prices up to 377% amid tariff hikes
Shein, a major player in the fast-fashion industry, has raised its US prices by a huge margin across product categories, including dresses and kitchenware.
27 Apr 2025
United KingdomUS announces 90-day visa-free entry for these 41 countries
The US has a Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for citizens of 41 countries, allowing them to enter the US without a visa for up to 90 days. The program is for tourists and business travelers.
27 Apr 2025
Trump AdministrationUS deports 3 American children, including 1 with cancer
The United States government has deported three children, aged two, four, and seven. At least one of the children, with initials VML, is a US citizen, and there is a legal dispute regarding her deportation.
27 Apr 2025
Pakistan Government'130 nukes aimed at you': Pakistan minister's open threat
Pakistan Minister Hanif Abbasi has issued a stark warning to India, stating that Pakistan's nuclear arsenal—including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles and 130 warheads—is "only for India."
26 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaUS visa: New rule implemented for applicants at interview stage
The US has rolled out a new visa rule: all applicants now have to submit a DS-160 application form with a confirmation or barcode number starting with AA.
26 Apr 2025
GoogleOnly Google capable of running Chrome: Browser chief tells court
Google's General Manager for Chrome, Parisa Tabriz, has testified in an antitrust case that only her company can match the unique features and functionality of its popular web browser, Chrome.
25 Apr 2025
PalestineKehlani dropped from Cornell event over pro-Palestine comments
R&B artist Kehlani was scheduled to perform at Cornell University's Slope Day event on May 7. However, it has been canceled due to her perceived "antisemitic, anti-Israel sentiments."
25 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy are Larry David and Bill Maher fighting?
Comedian Bill Maher has taken a public shot at fellow comedian Larry David for a satirical piece he wrote for The New York Times.
25 Apr 2025
ChinaChina to share rare Moon rocks with US—despite ongoing tensions
China National Space Administration (CNSA) has agreed to share samples of Moon rocks with a few international institutions, including two in the US.
23 Apr 2025
Donald Trump'No intention of firing' Fed Chair—but want faster rate-cuts: Trump
US President Donald Trump has clarified that he does not intend to fire Jerome Powell, the head of the US Federal Reserve.
23 Apr 2025
International Monetary FundTrump's tariffs a threat to global economy, IMF warns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs could negatively affect the global economy.
23 Apr 2025
IndiaUS visas issued to Indian students down 30% YoY
The US has reported a sharp 30% year-on-year (YoY) drop in the issuance of student visas to Indians in February 2025.
22 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpTrump administration seeks biometrics, home addresses from H-1B visa holders
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has started sending out Requests for Evidence (RFEs) to H-1B visa holders.
22 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS slaps 3,521% tariff on importing Southeast Asian solar panels
The US Commerce Department has announced plans to levy tariffs of up to 3,521% on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian countries.
22 Apr 2025
Harvard100 university presidents sign letter denouncing Trump administration's 'unprecedented overreach'
More than a 100 presidents of United States universities have come together in opposing the Trump administration's "unprecedented government overreach and political interference" with higher education.
21 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaApplying for H-1B, H-2B visas? Check eligibility, documents required
The petition filing window for those selected in H-1B and H-2B visa lotteries is now open.
21 Apr 2025
WorldGerman teens detained, deported from US over 'suspicious' vacation plan
Two German teenagers were recently detained and deported from the United States of America because their lack of fully booked accommodations raised suspicions with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
20 Apr 2025
IranUS-Iran nuclear negotiations set to resume on April 26
The United States of America and Iran are set to enter another round of nuclear talks in Oman on April 26.
18 Apr 2025
Trump AdministrationOver 1,000 international students in US lose their visas
In a sweeping immigration enforcement action, the Trump administration has revoked over 1,000 student visas across the United States.
18 Apr 2025
WorldUS man hijacks plane in Belize, stabs 2 passengers, pilot
A United States citizen, Akinyela Sawa Taylor, was shot dead after he hijacked a small plane in Belize.
18 Apr 2025
WorldUnitedHealthcare shooter Luigi Mangione indicted; faces death penalty if convicted
Luigi Mangione has been charged by a grand jury in Manhattan federal court for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year.
18 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS: Social media of Gaza-linked visa applicants to be reviewed
The Donald Trump administration has ordered a social media review for all US visa applicants with connections to the Gaza Strip, according to a State Department cable obtained by Reuters.
17 Apr 2025
Social MediaWant to get US visa? Avoid these social media posts
Securing a US visa involves various challenges beyond documentation.
17 Apr 2025
Layoff NewsWhy US firm Fannie Mae fired 200 Indian-American staffers
In a major internal restructuring, Fannie Mae, one of the top US federal mortgage companies, has laid off 700 employees.
17 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpUS car sales witness biggest spike in 2 years
Car sales in the United States have witnessed a major spike, the largest since January 2023.
17 Apr 2025
Box Office'Thunderbolts' IMAX tickets sell out within an hour
Tickets for early IMAX screenings of Marvel's upcoming film, Thunderbolts, have sold out in less than an hour.
17 Apr 2025
WorldSix nurses on same floor of hospital develop brain tumors
A mysterious health crisis has hit Massachusetts's Newton-Wellesley Hospital in the United States of America: six nurses have been diagnosed with brain tumors.
17 Apr 2025
ChinaBuy goods from Temu, Shein? Get ready to pay more
Chinese fast-fashion giants Temu and Shein have warned their US customers about imminent price hikes. This is because of the steep tariffs on Chinese imports imposed by US President Donald Trump.
17 Apr 2025
DeepSeekTrump administration wants to ban DeepSeek in the US: Report
The US government is considering penalties on China's DeepSeek, The New York Times reported.
16 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMillionaires may soon have to pay more taxes in US
Republican leaders in the US are eyeing a new tax bracket for high-income earners.
16 Apr 2025
WorkplaceEmployees are willing to sacrifice salary, vacation for remote work
Despite companies tightening their grip on remote work policies, employees are increasingly expressing a desire to continue working from home.
16 Apr 2025
H-1B VisaUS: Why tech workers on H-1B visa are at risk
Indian tech workers in the US, mostly H-1B visa holders, are facing heightened uncertainty amid a wave of layoffs.
16 Apr 2025
Travel And TourismNobody wants to visit US, hence it may lose $20B
The US is witnessing a major economic blow in the form of a sharp decline in foreign tourism.
16 Apr 2025
EuropeToilet paper, eye makeup might become costlier in EU
The European Union (EU) has warned of retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods, such as toilet paper, soybeans, eye makeup, etc.
16 Apr 2025
IndiaNew biometric rule for US visas: How it affects Indians
The latest biometric registration rule by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has left Indian nationals in the country confused.
16 Apr 2025
ChinaSome Chinese goods face 245% tariffs—Here's the math behind it
A recent White House fact sheet has caused confusion over US tariffs on Chinese goods, with some reports suggesting a massive 245% rate.
16 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA banned from exporting chips to China, faces $5.5B loss
NVIDIA has projected a quarterly loss of about $5.5 billion, after it was restricted from exporting its H20 graphics processing units (GPUs) to China and other select regions.
16 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpSeth Rogen's Trump roast cut from award show broadcast
Actor and comedian Seth Rogen's onstage roast of American President Donald Trump at the Breakthrough Prizes has been edited out of the awards show's official upload.
14 Apr 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA says it will manufacture AI chips in the US
NVIDIA has announced plans to manufacture artificial intelligence (AI) chips in the United States.
14 Apr 2025
ChinaCan't afford a Birkin bag? The Chinese have a solution
Chinese suppliers are offering products similar in quality to those made for high-end brands like Birkin, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Bobbi Brown on social media, but without the brands' logos.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpHedge fund billionaire warns US facing 'something worse than recession'
Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio has voiced his fears over how Donald Trump's trade policies could affect the US economy.
14 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpMarrying an American? Your Green Card now requires tougher interviews
The pathway for spouses of US citizens to enter the country with a Green Card now involves increased scrutiny.
14 Apr 2025
Federal Aviation AdministrationUS helicopter company shut down after crash kills Siemens CEO
The helicopter tour company involved in last week's crash that killed Siemens CEO Agustin Escobar and his family is closing down right away.
14 Apr 2025
IranWhat happened at the US-Iran nuclear meeting in Muscat?
Iran and the United States of America will hold indirect nuclear talks next week, with Oman acting as the mediator.
13 Apr 2025
Sun PharmaGlenmark, Sun Pharma recall products in US over manufacturing issues
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. have started recalling products in the US over manufacturing issues.
13 Apr 2025
ChinaIndian exporters benefit from US tariffs on Chinese e-commerce shipments
The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on low-value Chinese e-commerce shipments has opened a new opportunity for Indian exporters, especially those dealing in customized goods.
13 Apr 2025
HyderabadNeed US visa? These Indian cities have fastest appointment dates
The waiting time for US B1/B2 visitor visas has reduced considerably in major cities across India.
13 Apr 2025
WorldHelicopter that crashed with Siemens CEO didn't have flight recorder
All six people onboard a helicopter that crashed near Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, have been killed. Among the victims is a senior executive of Siemens AG, his wife, and three children.
13 Apr 2025
AudiWhy Audi has recalled almost 44,400 cars in the US
Audi has started recalling 44,387 vehicles in the US over a faulty digital driver display.
13 Apr 2025
IranIran, US to continue nuclear program discussions next week
Iran and the United States of America will continue discussions on Tehran's fast-moving nuclear program next week, Iranian state television announced on Saturday.
12 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpDonald Trump exempts chips, smartphones, and computers from reciprocal tariffs
US Customs and Border Protection has clarified that smartphones, computers, and chips are exempt from President Donald Trump's recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports.
12 Apr 2025
IndiaIndian living in US? Now carry an ID 24/7
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new policy.
11 Apr 2025
ChinaChina imposes 125% tariffs on US goods, escalating trade tensions
In a major escalation of its ongoing trade war with the US, China has announced an increase in tariffs on American goods to 125% starting Saturday.
11 Apr 2025
InflationGold prices hit record high of ₹93,400 per 10g
Gold prices hit all-time highs in the global and Indian markets on Friday as a wave of investors rushed to the precious metal as a safe haven amid global economic uncertainty.
11 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy US is under fire for abandoning war-torn, earthquake-ravaged Myanmar
Criticism of the United States for its perceived lack of support for Myanmar has emerged following the recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which has killed at least 3,550 people.
10 Apr 2025
WorldWho's Anurag Bajpayee, billion-dollar tech CEO exposed for frequenting brothels
Clean-water start-up Gradiant has stood by its CEO Anurag Bajpayee after he was arrested in early 2025 in a Boston-area prostitution sting operation.
09 Apr 2025
ChinaChinese shares might be delisted from US stock exchanges
In a major escalation of the ongoing US-China trade dispute, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has hinted that Chinese stocks could be removed from American exchanges.
