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Obama office slams Trump claims as ‘ridiculous’

Former US President Barack Obama denied claims by the Trump administration that he manipulated intelligence on Russia's 2016 election interference. His spokesperson called the allegations "ridiculous," while Trump and DNI Tulsi Gabbard accused Obama and others of "treason," The Hill reported.

2025-07-22T23:44:51.001438+00:00 IST

White House announces US-Indonesia framework for Reciprocal Trade deal

The United States and Indonesia have agreed on a framework to negotiate a Reciprocal Trade Agreement that will boost market access, reduce tariffs, and strengthen cooperation on digital trade, labor rights, and environmental standards. The deal aims to deepen bilateral economic ties and support major upcoming commercial deals.

2025-07-22T22:47:21.435472+00:00 IST

GOP moves to rename Kennedy Center Opera House after Melania

House Republicans have approved an amendment to rename the Kennedy Center's Opera House after Melania Trump. The move follows Donald Trump's overhaul of the center's board. The renaming awaits a full House vote, and neither the Kennedy Center nor Melania's office has commented, The Hill reported.

2025-07-22T21:31:42.126115+00:00 IST

Boeing projects global demand for 2.4 million aviation personnel

Global aerospace company Boeing on Tuesday projected global demand for nearly 2.4 million new commercial pilots, technicians, and cabin crew over the next 20 years to meet the growing needs of the expanding commercial aviation sector, according to the company's 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO).

2025-07-22T17:56:00.425483+00:00 IST

US to withdraw from UNESCO again, alleges anti-Israel bias

The US announced its withdrawal from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, or UNESCO, on Tuesday, citing misalignment with national interests.

2025-07-22T14:07:07.867790+00:00 IST

US Congress hosts captive nations briefing as ETGE

A congressional briefing focused on Captive Nations took place in the Rayburn House Office Building of the US Congress to observe Captive Nations Week 2025, which was established under Public Law 86-90, known as the Captive Nations Resolution, on July 21, 1959. The event brought together representatives from East Turkistan, Tibet, Southern Mongolia, U.S. national security officials, and Congressional staff to discuss the continuous occupation, oppression, and erasure experienced by these nations.

2025-07-22T05:44:30.466594+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.3 hits Kamchatka East Coast

A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.3 was recorded off the East Coast of Kamchatka, the National Center for Seismology (NCS), reported on Tuesday.

2025-07-22T03:48:17.749234+00:00 IST

US releases FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said that the documents were released,, to fulfill the action Trump called for in a January executive order.

2025-07-22T03:43:39.485226+00:00 IST

"Supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders": Rubio

The U.S. is deporting legal permanent residents who supported Haitian gang leaders linked to terrorist group Viv Ansanm. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said their actions pose serious foreign policy risks and violate immigration laws, reinforcing the Trump administration's focus on national and regional security.

2025-07-22T02:36:27.632494+00:00 IST

“Deeply troubling”: WHCA condemns White House removing WSJ

The White House Correspondents' Association strongly objects to the removal of the Wall Street Journal from the Scotland trip, calling it a punishment for coverage and a First Amendment violation. WHCA seeks clarification on the decision and urges the White House to reinstate the Journal promptly.

2025-07-22T00:56:51.893005+00:00 IST

Trump called Netanyahu to ‘rectify’ Gaza, Syria strikes: WH

US President Trump was caught off guard by Israeli strikes in Gaza and Syria and called Netanyahu to address the incidents, CNN reported. He expressed concern over rising deaths, urged peace, and pushed for more aid to Gaza, while tensions remain over the stalled ceasefire and hostage deal.

2025-07-21T23:16:08.994322+00:00 IST

Pentagon to pull 700 marines from Los Angeles on Hegseth’s order

The Pentagon is withdrawing 700 Marines from Los Angeles after protests over immigration enforcement eased. Officials said their presence helped restore order, but California leaders called the deployment unnecessary and political. The Marines will return to Twentynine Palms soon, The Hill reported.

2025-07-21T23:05:01.309271+00:00 IST

Trump administration releases FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr. despite family objections

The Trump administration has released over 240,000 sealed FBI files on Martin Luther King Jr., despite opposition from his family and civil rights groups. King's children urged respectful engagement, citing past government efforts to discredit their father through illegal surveillance and disinformation. The records were unsealed ahead of schedule.

2025-07-21T22:03:22.478138+00:00 IST

"He has ended wars, like India and Pakistan": White House Press Secretary on President Trump's global efforts

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said US President Trump has ended wars like India-Pakistan, is working to stop the Russia-Ukraine war, destroyed Iran's nuclear sites, and is helping negotiate an Israel-Gaza ceasefire, which has led to the release of many hostages.

2025-07-21T21:22:59.038736+00:00 IST

US judge orders Trump admin to restore funding database

A US judge ruled the Trump administration broke the law by removing a website showing federal fund distribution. He ordered it restored, rejecting claims of national security risks. The site's removal violated laws on transparency, according to watchdog groups and lawmakers, The Hill reported.

2025-07-21T19:57:11.906123+00:00 IST

“We are deeply saddened”: US on Bangladesh Air Force jet crash

The US State Department's South and Central Asian Affairs Bureau expressed condolences over the Bangladesh Air Force training jet crash in Uttara, calling it tragic and extending thoughts to the injured and families of the victims.

2025-07-21T18:56:15.263690+00:00 IST

Ecuador’s most notorious drug lord extradited to US

According to CNN, as confirmed by aviation authorities, a US Department of Justice aircraft landed in Guayaquil in the Sunday afternoon (local time) and departed with Macias shortly thereafter.

2025-07-21T17:23:16.395217+00:00 IST

Trump backs TRF terror designation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar welcomed the move, calling it a strong step in the global fight against terrorism. He said the action reflected growing India-US counter-terrorism cooperation.

2025-07-21T07:16:29.791959+00:00 IST

Trump slams WSJ report, denies being warned against firing Fed ch

In a post on Truth Social, Trump called the story "typically untruthful" and said no one had to explain to him what impact firing Powell would have on financial markets.

2025-07-21T05:45:21.459009+00:00 IST

Trump posts AI-generated video of Obama arrested by FBI

The AI video that was shared on Trump's Truth Social platform shows the former President being arrested by FBI agents in the Oval Office at the White House.

2025-07-21T05:37:10.062167+00:00 IST