United States of America: News

30 Sep 2023

New York City

Heavy rain floods New York City, prompts airport delays, chaos

Heavy overnight rainfall in the northeastern United States (US) led to severe flooding in some areas of New York on Friday, disrupting transportation, airports, and the subway system, CNN reported.

29 Sep 2023

S Jaishankar

Jaishankar, US state secretary discuss strengthening ties amid India-Canada row

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington on Thursday and discussed strengthening bilateral ties between India and the US.

28 Sep 2023

North Korea

North Korea makes constitutional amendment for 'exponential' nuclear growth: Report

North Korea allegedly amended its constitution on Thursday to focus on expanding its nuclear forces, despite the United States (US) urging it to return to stalled talks.

28 Sep 2023

Canada

India-Canada row likely to come up at Jaishankar-Blinken meeting

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington on Thursday, where they may discuss the ongoing diplomatic crisis between India and Canada.

27 Sep 2023

Philadelphia

US: Over 100 teens loot stores in Philadelphia, 20 arrested

The Philadelphia Police arrested around 20 individuals after groups of teenagers allegedly ransacked and looted popular stores in the Center City of Philadelphia, United States, on Tuesday, The Associated Press reported.

27 Sep 2023

US Supreme Court

Consulting giant McKinsey settles opioid lawsuits for $230 million

Consulting giant McKinsey & Co has decided to pay $230 million to settle lawsuits.

26 Sep 2023

S Jaishankar

Jaishankar engages with UN leaders, Guterres praises India's G20 presidency

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a series of meetings with top United Nations (UN) leadership in New York on Monday to discuss India's G20 Presidency, regional issues, and global challenges, PTI reported.

26 Sep 2023

India

India, US best friends amid changing global dynamics: JPMorgan CEO 

During a recent visit to India, Jamie Dimon, Chairman & CEO of JPMorgan Chase, lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives to simplify the country's economic landscape.

NIA might seize properties of 19 'Khalistani fugitives' in India 

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is reportedly planning to confiscate the properties of 19 Khalistani terrorists in foreign countries under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), NDTV reported.

24 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

India-Canada diplomatic row: US might choose to sidestep, says report

The United States (US) administration led by President Joe Biden is likely to steer clear of the ongoing diplomatic dispute between India and Canada over Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar's June killing.

24 Sep 2023

Khalistani

Nijjar murder: FBI warned Sikhs in US about death threats

Following the murder of Canada-based Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) officials reportedly visited several Sikh activists in California, United States (US), to warn them their lives might be at risk.

24 Sep 2023

Khalistani

Nijjar row: Canada reportedly received 'Five Eyes' intel against India

United States (US) Ambassador to Canada David Cohen has reportedly revealed that "shared intelligence among Five Eyes partners" prompted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegation of India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

23 Sep 2023

Canada

Nijjar row: US 'deeply concerned' over growing India-Canada tensions

United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken has reportedly urged India to cooperate with Canada to ensure "accountability" in the killing of Khalistan terrorist and Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

22 Sep 2023

China

US imposes rules to guard chip subsidies against China

The United States' Commerce Department has issued final rules to prevent semiconductor manufacturing subsidies from being used by China and other countries deemed to pose American national security concerns.

21 Sep 2023

Australia

Rupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of Fox, News Corp

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch has announced that he will be stepping down from his role as chairman of the board of both Fox Corporation and News Corp. The corporations made the decision public on Thursday.

21 Sep 2023

Union Health Ministry

Here's why Indian medical graduates can now practice abroad

The Union Health Ministry has officially confirmed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India has been granted the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) "recognition status" for ten years.

US: Vivek Ramaswamy most favored Republican presidential candidate after Trump

Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy is reportedly the most popular Republican candidate after Donald Trump in the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination in New Hampshire.

Instacart co-founder Apoorva Mehta (37) nets $1.1 billion post-IPO exit

Apoorva Mehta (37), co-founder of Instacart, has earned a whopping $1.1 billion after the company launched its initial public offering (IPO).

21 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi invites Biden as 2024 Republic Day chief guest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited United States (US) President Joe Biden as the chief guest at next year's Republic Day celebrations.

20 Sep 2023

ICC T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup 2024: Dallas, Flordia, New York among hosts

Three USA cities - Dallas, Florida, and New York - have been locked in as the venues for the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup (men's).

20 Sep 2023

Justin Trudeau

US, allies refused Canada's request to condemn India: Report

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of being potentially involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada in June, leading to a diplomatic rift between both nations. However, it wasn't restricted to just them.

15 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

Hunter Biden indicted: A look at controversies surrounding him

Hunter Biden, son of United States (US) President Joe Biden, has been indicted on three criminal counts related to gun possession, marking the first-ever prosecution of a sitting president's child.

15 Sep 2023

Latest automobiles

General Motors, Ford, Stellantis hit by auto workers' strike

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has gone on strike at three major assembly plants of General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis in the US.

14 Sep 2023

Andhra Pradesh

India demands probe after US cop mocks Indian-origin student's death

A video showing a Seattle police officer in the United States (US) joking about the death of an Indian student has sparked a massive row. The victim student, who reportedly hailed from Andhra Pradesh, was killed in January after being hit by a police vehicle.

13 Sep 2023

China

China flags security concerns with iPhones amid reports of ban

China's foreign ministry has denied reports of a ban on international brand handsets, including Apple's iPhones, but acknowledged "security incidents related to Apple's phones," reported both Bloomberg and Reuters.

13 Sep 2023

Kim Jong-un

Kim Jong-un pledges support to Russia in 'war against west'

North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un on Wednesday promised "unconditional support" to Russia's "sacred fight"—apparently referring to the Ukraine war—to defend its security interests during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, The Associated Press reported.

12 Sep 2023

TikTok

TikTok Shop goes official in US with top brands

TikTok has officially introduced its online shopping feature, TikTok Shop, in the US, adding a "shop" button to its homepage.

12 Sep 2023

Vladimir Putin

Trump's prosecution 'politically motivated'; American system 'rotten': Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the criminal cases against former United States (US) President Donald Trump, calling them "politically motivated persecution."

12 Sep 2023

Kim Jong-un

Kim Jong-un arrives in Russia amid Ukraine tensions

North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un reportedly reached Russia on Tuesday to discuss possible defense cooperation and an arms deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid escalating tensions over the Ukraine war, BBC reported.

11 Sep 2023

North Korea

Kim Jong-un headed for summit with Putin: Report

North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un has reportedly left for Russia to attend a summit with President Vladimir Putin, South Korean broadcaster YTN reported.

11 Sep 2023

Google

Meet Amit Mehta, Indian-origin judge overseeing Google's antitrust case

Amit P. Mehta, an Indian-American judge, is presiding over the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. He was born in Patna, India.

11 Sep 2023

India

G20's rail-port corridor: India's answer to China's BRI

The proposed India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor will be substantially different from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

India-Middle East-Europe connectivity corridor to be launched soon: PM Modi

An agreement has been reached to build an India-Middle East-Europe connectivity corridor for economic integration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Saturday at the G20 Summit in New Delhi.

08 Sep 2023

Travel And Tourism

5 must-visit picturesque national parks in the US

The United States is home to many diverse wildlife parks, covering different ecosystems. From deep canyons to deserts, the US has it all.

08 Sep 2023

Social Media

Tradwife trends: Is this lifestyle right for you

Tradwife content on social media platforms is an ever-increasing genre that has gained significant momentum in the United States over the past year.

08 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

PM Modi, Biden to hold bilateral talks, review projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral talks with United States (US) President Joe Biden, who is set to arrive in Delhi for the G20 Summit on Friday.

07 Sep 2023

India

California almonds, walnuts to get cheaper in India: Here's why

In a move to strengthen trade relations, India has removed extra duties on several US goods, including apples, chickpeas, and lentils.

07 Sep 2023

Apple

Apple shares plummet as China bans iPhones in government offices

China has prohibited central government officials from using or bringing iPhones and other devices from foreign brands, into the office, as per a Wall Street Journal report.

07 Sep 2023

China

Consensus at G20 Summit unlikely because of China, Russia: US

The upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi may struggle to produce a joint declaration since China and Russia are "less likely" to sign on to it, United States (US) National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said.

06 Sep 2023

Indian Rupee (INR)

Indian Rupee hits all-time low of 83.14 against US Dollar

The Indian Rupee (INR) reached a record low of Rs. 83.14 against the US Dollar (USD) today.