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India seeks trade-deal with US to boost textile, leather exports
India is pushing for a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US that would give preferential treatment to labor-intensive goods like textiles and leather.
Video: Bilawal Bhutto left embarrassed after journalist fact-checks anti-India narrative
Former Pakistani foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari was caught off guard at a United Nations press conference when a journalist challenged his claims about Muslims being demonized in India during his speech on Kashmir.
'H1-B...complete fraud': Musician questions why Indians are employed at airports
A musician and builder, Sean Carpenter, has sparked controversy with his comments about Indians working at Washington DC airport.
2 Israeli embassy staffers shot dead in DC; suspect apprehended
Two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, were shot and killed on Wednesday night outside the Capital Jewish Museum.
Bangladesh to receive $1.3 billion from IMF in June
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to release $1.3 billion to Bangladesh in June after the fourth review of its $4.7 billion loan program was successfully completed.
'Think we'll have a deal': Trump on India tariff talks
United States President Donald Trump sounded hopeful on ongoing tariff negotiations with India, hinting at a possible agreement between the two countries.
US Homeland Security chief's bag stolen with Secret Service nearby
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's bag, including $3,000 in cash, was stolen while she was out dining with family on Sunday night at a downtown Washington, DC, restaurant on Sunday night.
Who's Letitia James, NY attorney general accused of mortgage fraud
Letitia James, the 67th Attorney General of New York, is being investigated for possible mortgage fraud.
Google-owned Waymo is bringing driverless taxis to the US capital
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, is introducing its driverless ride-hailing service Waymo One in Washington DC by 2026.
Trump revamps US voting system; mandates citizenship proof like India's
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to overhaul the country's electoral process.
Indian researcher in US accused of Hamas ties; faces deportation
Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen and postdoctoral researcher at Washington DC's Georgetown University, has been arrested by federal agents over allegations of spreading antisemitism and having ties to Hamas.
Apple sued over 'misleading' carbon neutrality claims for its smartwatches
Apple is being sued by seven of its smartwatch customers, who accuse the tech giant of making deceptive claims about the carbon neutrality of select models.
What's on Modi's agenda for day 3 in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will wrap up his three-day official visit to France on Wednesday.
Pentagon bans transgenders, people with 'gender dysphoria history' from military
United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an immediate halt to all gender-affirming medical procedures for active-duty service members.
Man sitting in restaurant hit by debris from plane crash
A medical jet crash in Northeast Philadelphia has left all six passengers on board dead and injured at least 22 people on the ground.
Washington plane crash: Cockpit voice recorder, flight data recovered
The cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder of the aircraft involved in a mid-air collision with a US military helicopter over Washington DC have been recovered.
All passengers presumed dead after plane, helicopter collide near Washington
Washington, DC Fire Chief John Donnelly believes there are no survivors after an American Airlines plane collided with a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport outside Washington, DC, on Thursday.
What's behind Mark Zuckerberg's interest in a DC mansion?
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is said to be eyeing a mansion in Washington, D.C., according to Financial Times.
World champion figure skaters feared dead in US plane crash
Former world champion figure skaters from Russia, Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, are among those feared to have been on board the American Airlines plane that crashed near Washington DC.
'By sunset...': Trump's big promises before taking over as president
Donald Trump, who is due to be sworn in for a second term as the United States President, spoke to supporters at a "Make America Great Again Victory Rally" in Washington DC on Sunday.
Nazi flag-bearing Indian-origin man sentenced for attempted White House attack
A United States court has sentenced 20-year-old Indian national Sai Varshith Kandula to eight years in prison for attempting an attack on the White House on May 22, 2023.
What to expect at Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, returning to the White House after serving as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.
Man arrested with knives, machete ahead of Trump's Capitol visit
A 44-year-old man from Washington, DC was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly trying to smuggle a machete and three knives into the US Capitol Visitor Center.
EAM Jaishankar meets Trump's NSA pick Michael Waltz
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Congressman Michael Waltz, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for National Security Advisor, during his visit to the United States from December 24 to 29.
Biden 'closely monitoring' Bangladesh situation amid rising violence against Hindus
United States President Joe Biden is closely monitoring the escalating violence against religious and ethnic minorities in Bangladesh, the White House has said.
Why there is rise in illegal US-Canada border crossings
The United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) has noted a sharp rise in illegal immigration by Indian nationals through Canada.
McKinsey nears $600 million settlement over role in opioid crisis
Global consulting giant McKinsey & Company is close to finalizing a $600 million settlement with the United States government, The Guardian reported.
US election: Fences up, snipers ready to prevent 2020 redux
The United States is on high alert as it gears up for what could be a tense election night on Tuesday.
'Lack of knowledge': Goyal expresses 'sympathy' for Rahul in US
Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday expressed his "sympathy" for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on the manufacturing sector.
Jaishankar, US Secretary of State discuss Iran-Israel conflict, Ukraine, China
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and United States Secretary of State Antony J Blinken held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the rising tensions in West Asia, especially the Iranian strikes on Israel.
Rahul Gandhi to visit US in September
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, will embark on his first overseas trip since assuming his new role next month.
How Harris's Indian ancestral village is celebrating her presidential nomination
Thulasendhrapuram, a small village in Tamil Nadu, is buzzing with excitement over the potential nomination of Kamala Harris for the United States presidential race.
FBI probes sale of allegedly stolen British Museum artefacts
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is examining the sale of potentially stolen artefacts from the British Museum to American buyers.
Ceasefire in Gaza possible within 24-48 hours: Hamas
A top Hamas official said on Sunday that a ceasefire in Gaza could be reached within "24 to 48 hours" if Israel agrees to the Palestinian terror group's demands, according to AFP.
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.
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.
Washington: Mass shooting leaves 3 dead, 2 injured
At least three people died, while two others sustained serious injuries in a mass shooting incident in Washington, DC, of the United States (US) on Saturday evening (local time).
Donald Trump charged with conspiracy to overturn 2020 US elections
Former United States (US) President Donald Trump was indicted on Tuesday for plotting to overturn his election defeat in the 2020 presidential elections.
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.
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.
Saudi, UAE assure support for Indian citizens' safety in Sudan
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have assured their support for the safety and security of Indians in violence-torn Sudan following discussions between External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and his counterparts, India Today reported.
Mifepristone: What's next for Americans after conflicting abortion drug rulings
Federal judges in Washington and Texas on Friday delivered conflicting rulings regarding the legality of the abortion drug mifepristone, a medication widely available for over two decades in the United States (US).
Complaint filed seeking revocation of Washington pro-Khalistani protesters' passports
Supreme Court (SC) lawyer Vineet Jindal filed an official complaint with the Delhi Police on Monday against pro-Khalistani supporters protesting at the Indian Embassy in Washington, United States (US).
US warns China against 'spy' balloons, China calls reaction hysterical
United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken met Beijing's top diplomat Wang Yi on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.
Chinese 'spy' balloons targeted numerous countries, including India: Report
China operated a fleet of spy balloons to target numerous nations like Japan and India, according to media reports. The reports come just days after the United States (US) military shot down a Chinese surveillance craft hovering over the country's sensitive installations.
US: 3 people die in shooting at Washington convenience store
In yet another mass shooting incident in the United States (US), three individuals lost their lives during a convenience store shooting in Washington on Tuesday.
Another US shooting; 1 dead, several injured in Washington DC
One teenager is feared dead and several others were injured in a shooting in Washington DC in the United States.
Indian woman seeks justice in US; alleges dowry-related torture
A newly married Indian woman has sent a distress call to the Indian Embassy in the United States seeking justice after her husband allegedly abandoned her without financial support.
US: Officer dead, suspect killed in violence outside Pentagon
An officer died after being stabbed on Tuesday morning during a burst of violence at a transit station outside the Pentagon, and a suspect in the incident was shot by law enforcement and died at the scene, officials said.
US Capitol attack: Car rams security barricade; 1 officer killed
A US Capitol Police officer was killed and another was injured in an attack at the Capitol Hill complex in Washington DC on Friday when a man rammed his car into one of the security barricades surrounding the complex.
Indian mathematician named joint-winner of Michael and Sheila Held Prize
Nikhil Srivastava, a young Indian mathematician, has been named winner of the prestigious 2021 Michael and Sheila Held Prize along with two others for solving long-standing questions on the Kadison-Singer problem and Ramanujan graphs.
Democracy has prevailed: Biden sworn in as 46th US President
More than two months after he won the election, on the promise of healing a broken nation, Democrat Joe Biden was sworn-in as the 46th President of United States of America in Washington DC.