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How Kal Penn redefined South Asian representation on screen
Kal Penn, an actor and former White House staffer, has been a trailblazer for South Asian representation in Hollywood.
Arrested Indian-origin defense expert Ashley Tellis denies espionage charges
Ashley J Tellis, a prominent foreign policy expert of Indian origin and an advisor to the United States State Department since 2001, has denied the espionage charges against him.
Trump directs Pentagon to pay troops despite ongoing government shutdown
President Donald Trump has directed the Defense Department to utilize all available funds to ensure US troops are paid, despite the ongoing government shutdown.
'Obama won Nobel Peace Prize for nothing': Trump
Ahead of the Nobel Peace Prize announcement, United States President Donald Trump called his predecessor Barack Obama's win undeserving, as he did "nothing" and only "destroyed our country."
White House shares 'Peace President' post after Gaza deal secured
The White House has shared a post on X, calling Donald Trump "The Peace President" after he announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the "first phase" of a Gaza peace plan.
Canada PM Carney credits Trump for 'peace' between India, Pakistan
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has credited United States President Donald Trump with bringing peace between India and Pakistan.
Trump denies asking Netanyahu to stop being 'f *ing negative'
United States President Donald Trump has denied reports that he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop being "f***ing negative" about a potential ceasefire deal with Hamas.
Mass layoffs likely if government shutdown continues, warns White House
The Trump administration has warned of mass layoffs of federal workers if negotiations with congressional Democrats to end the partial government shutdown continue to go nowhere.
Business groups urge Trump to reconsider $100,000 H-1B application fee
A coalition of business organizations has urged US President Donald Trump to reconsider the recently announced $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications.
'Salesman': Asim Munir mocked for showcasing rare earths to Trump
Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has been criticized for presenting rare earth minerals to United States President Donald Trump.
What's open and closed in US government shutdown
The United States government has officially shut down for the first time in nearly seven years, after Senate Democrats refused to support a Republican funding package.
US government shuts down after last-ditch vote fails
The United States government has officially shut down for the first time in six years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican bill to fund the government.
Trump praises Pakistan's Sharif, Munir for backing Gaza peace plan
United States President Donald Trump has praised Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir for their support of his proposed peace plan for Gaza.
100,000 US federal workers to quit in largest-ever mass resignation
More than 100,000 United States federal employees are expected to resign on Tuesday.
Pakistan Defence Minister defends 'hybrid' rule, downplays army dominance
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended the country's "hybrid" governance model in an interview with broadcaster and writer Mehdi Hasan.
Why Trump is targeting billionaire George Soros's foundation
Philanthropist billionaire George Soross's Open Society Foundations (OSF) has slammed the Trump administration for "politically motivated attacks on civil society."
Trump orders Secret Service to probe '3 sinister' UN mishaps
United States President Donald Trump has alleged that he was the victim of "three very sinister events" during his recent visit to the United Nations (UN).
Statue of Trump-Epstein holding hands appears on DC's National Mall
A statue spray-painted to look like bronze, depicting United States President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein holding hands, has been installed at the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Trump thrashes ABC for bringing back Jimmy Kimmel
American President Donald Trump has criticized ABC's decision to reinstate comedian Jimmy Kimmel after a suspension of his late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
5 'West Wing' moments that define true American optimism
The West Wing is a series that has always been known for its portrayal of American optimism.
Trump warns against paracetamol use during pregnancy over autism risk
United States President Donald Trump has advised pregnant women to avoid taking Tylenol, a brand name for paracetamol, citing unproven links between the painkiller and autism.
Doctors may be exempt from $100,000 H-1B visa fee
The Trump administration's new H-1B visa policy, which imposes a $100,000 fee on high-skilled visa applications, could exempt certain professionals.
Oracle to control TikTok's algorithm in US under Trump-approved deal
Oracle has been chosen as the lead company in a deal approved by President Donald Trump's administration, to oversee the algorithm and security of TikTok's popular video platform for US users.
Jaishankar to meet Rubio today amid trade, H-1B visa tension
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.
'Hate opponents...don't want best for them': Trump at Kirk memorial
United States President Donald Trump addressed a massive crowd at the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Arizona on Sunday.
Trump confirms Murdoch family may take part in TikTok deal
President Donald Trump has revealed that media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan Murdoch are likely to be part of a deal to save TikTok in the US.
Trump, Musk seen together for first time since fallout
US President Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk have reunited after a public fallout.
H-1B visa fee hike: Beneficiaries like Musk, Nadella, Pichai silent
Silicon Valley's tech giants, including Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, and Satya Nadella, have been silent over the new $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions.
How H-1B changes shook Big Tech before offering partial relief
In just one day, the US immigration landscape shifted dramatically, mostly rattling the technology sector.
US clarifies $100,000 H-1B fee applies only to new applicants
The White House has clarified that the recently announced $100,000 (over ₹88 lakh) fee for H-1B visa applications will only apply to new applicants.
Trump H-1B order spurs fare surge, 4Chan blocks India-US bookings
After US President Donald Trump announced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, which was later clarified not to apply to current holders abroad, flight prices from India to the United States skyrocketed.
Trump urges AG Bondi to take action against political opponents
United States President Donald Trump has called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to take more aggressive action against his political opponents.
This Indian company bagged the most H-1B visas this year
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has emerged as the second-largest beneficiary of H-1B visas in 2025, according to US government data.
How Donald Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee impacts Indian workers
US President Donald Trump has announced a major overhaul of the H-1B visa program.
How US lawmakers reacted to Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
United States President Donald Trump has announced a major overhaul of the H-1B visa program.
US troops returning to Afghanistan? Trump hints at 'breaking news'
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of re-establishing a military presence at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.
NASA is now a spy agency, thanks to Trump's order
Late last month, the Trump administration issued an executive order quietly designating NASA as a national intelligence and security agency.
Trump designates Antifa 'terrorist' group after Charlie Kirk murder
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to designate the left-wing activist group Antifa as a "major terrorist organization."
This is what Trump's letter to new US citizens says
The White House has released a letter that United States President Donald Trump will send to new citizens.
Australian politicians rally behind journalist berated by Trump
Australian politicians have rallied behind ABC journalist John Lyons, who was criticized by US President Donald Trump.
4 arrested for projecting Trump-Epstein images on Windsor Castle
Four people were arrested after images of United States President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom.
'Netanyahu didn't inform me before Doha strike': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has denied reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed him in advance about the recent airstrike in Doha, Qatar.
'America does not need..': What Charlie Kirk said on Indians
Old videos and comments made by Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist and prominent supporter of United States President Donald Trump, have surfaced after he was shot dead at Utah University.
'Was recklessness': Kamala Harris opens up about Biden's re-election bid
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris has delivered her harshest criticism yet of Joe Biden, calling his decision to run for a second term "recklessness" in her upcoming memoir, 107 Days.
'Was Netanyahu's decision': Trump distances himself from Israel's Qatar airstrike
United States President Donald Trump has distanced himself from Israel's recent airstrike on Qatar, stating the decision was made by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
4 times 'The West Wing' defined presidential leadership
We all remember The West Wing for its depiction of American leadership, but more than anything, it encapsulates what life in the White House really is.
'Wonderful secret': Democrats release controversial Trump's birthday note to Epstein
Democratic lawmakers have released a controversial birthday note allegedly written by former United States President Donald Trump to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2003.
'The West Wing's most powerful scenes about America
The West Wing, praised for its portrayal of U.S. politics, resonates with America's spirit.
US Vice President JD Vance defends deadly drug smuggler strike
United States Vice President JD Vance has defended a recent airstrike on a suspected Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean.
Trump signs executive order exempting certain imports from tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order granting tariff exemptions to certain trading partners.
Trump signs executive order exempting some goods from reciprocal tariffs
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order exempting certain goods from reciprocal tariffs.
Trump now claims he stopped '3 wars,' not 7
United States President Donald Trump has changed his previous claims of having stopped "seven wars" to now saying he has settled "three wars."
How 'The West Wing' taught us American democracy
The West Wing was a popular television series that often put the principles of American democracy in the spotlight.
Musk snubbed? Trump's tech dinner proves once-close ally is out
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, was notably absent from a recent White House dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump.
Trump signs order reducing tariffs on Japanese cars to 15%
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reducing tariffs on Japanese car imports from 27.5% to 15%.
Trump's good personal relationship with Modi 'now gone': Ex-US NSA
Former United States National Security Adviser (NSA) John Bolton has said that the "very good relationship" President Donald Trump once had with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now gone.
OpenAI to launch its own AI chips next year
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is planning to design and manufacture its own artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
US congressional panel releases 33,000 pages of Jeffrey Epstein files
The US House of Representatives Oversight Committee has released over 33,000 pages of documents related to the investigation of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
How Trump family amassed a $6B fortune thanks to cryptocurrency
The Trump family has added as much as $6 billion to their paper wealth after the launch of a new cryptocurrency.
'Never felt better': Trump dismisses death rumors
United States President Donald Trump has dismissed health rumors, saying he has "never felt better."
US urges Europe to impose tariffs on India: Report
The United States has reportedly urged European countries to impose tariffs on India, similar to those it has already imposed.
'Trump is dead' trends on X, sparking death rumors
The phrase "Trump is dead" has been trending on social media platform X, with over 87,000 posts using the phrase.
'Ready to be president': JD Vance amid Trump's health concerns
United States Vice President JD Vance has said he is ready to step in as commander in chief if a "terrible tragedy" occurs.
Putin's 'dislike' for Zelenskyy delaying meeting between them: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin's personal dislike for Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy is delaying a crucial meeting between the two leaders.
Trump fires Federal Reserve governor over alleged mortgage fraud
United States President Donald Trump has announced his decision to immediately remove Federal Reserve official Lisa Cook from her position.
How Kal Penn blended Hollywood stardom with public service
From a popular actor to a former White House staffer, Kal Penn has established himself as a cultural icon, thanks to his diverse career and contributions to the entertainment industry.