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US Ambassador Greer welcomes US-India joint statement

In a statement issued after the announcement, Greer said the agreement would significantly benefit US workers, farmers and producers by lowering tariffs across all US industrial goods and a broad range of agricultural products.

2026-02-07T01:38:28.227465+00:00 IST

Trump signs order threatening tariffs related to Iran

Under the order, beginning on its effective date, the United States may impose an additional ad valorem duty-for example, up to 25 per cent- on goods imported into the US from any country that directly or indirectly purchases, imports, or otherwise acquires goods or services from Iran.

2026-02-07T01:25:32.462322+00:00 IST

"India committed to stop importing Russian Oil": White House

Announcing the elimination of the additional tariffs imposed on India for purchase of Russian Oil the White House confirmed that India had agreed to stop importing Russian Oil

2026-02-07T01:17:07.169218+00:00 IST

US lifts punitive tariff on India over purchase of Russian oil

In an executive order issued by President Donald J. Trump, the United States announced the termination of the additional tariff imposed in August 2025 on Indian imports, citing concerns about Russia's actions against Ukraine and India's then-imports of Russian oil.

2026-02-07T00:56:24.789108+00:00 IST

US participates in first APEC 2026 senior officials’ meeting

According to an official release, the US delegation is led by US Senior Official Casey Mace and includes Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Ruth Perry. The meetings are being held from February 1 to 10.

2026-02-07T00:15:14.383152+00:00 IST

Trump deletes racist 'ape' video mocking Obamas

According to CNN, the video, shared late Thursday night, depicted former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes in a jungle, invoking a longstanding racist trope.

2026-02-06T22:08:59.900443+00:00 IST

‘India can rival China in talent and scale’: US Under Secretary

"Outside of China, India is probably the only other country on Earth to be able to rival China with respect to the breadth and depth of the sheer volume of young, technically trained talent," Helberg said while speaking at the Critical Minerals Ministerial press conference.

2026-02-06T22:02:33.318606+00:00 IST

FAA steps up drone enforcement, imposes fines for unsafe flights

The FAA said such violations pose serious safety risks to other aircraft, first responders and the public, stressing that drone operators are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable regulations.

2026-02-06T22:01:25.515238+00:00 IST

US imposes sanctions on 15 entities targeting Iranian oil

The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on 15 entities targeting Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products, accusing Iran of using the funds for "destabilising activities" worldwide and in response to the protests in the country.

2026-02-06T17:06:50.119906+00:00 IST

Sikyong Penpa Tsering raises Dalai Lama's succession

Sikyong Penpa Tsering of the Central Tibetan Administration spoke at the International Religious Freedom Summit (IRF Summit 2026) during a special session titled "Tibetan Moment." The session also included longtime advocate for Tibet, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, who read out a message from the 14th Dalai Lama and presented a brief clip from Wisdom of Happiness, a documentary featuring His Holiness, as reported by the CTA.

2026-02-06T12:34:52.310122+00:00 IST

ORF releases Global Quarterly-'Navigating Megatrends 2026'

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director, Observer Research Foundation (ORF) America, warned that five major geopolitical megatrends could define global security in 2026 amid uncertainty following Donald Trump's re-election as US President.

2026-02-06T07:04:20.972028+00:00 IST

US inks deal with Argentina allowing it access to agri market, ma

The deal covered medicines and motor vehicles to machinery and agricultural goods.

2026-02-06T06:52:37.464858+00:00 IST

EU, US have moved past Paris Agreement: Research reveals

Amitabh Kant and Samir Saran said that the US was wise to deploy policies that support its growth as it did decades ago.

2026-02-06T05:57:34.001519+00:00 IST

US–India partnership strengthens global fight against fentanyl

The US DEA dismantled an India-linked online fentanyl network, seizing over 200 domains tied to deadly overdoses. Authorities stressed growing US-India cooperation to stop drug trafficking upstream, as fentanyl remains a major threat despite falling overdose deaths.

2026-02-06T05:52:01.982282+00:00 IST

"Leave Iran now": US issues warning for its citizens

The virtual US Embassy in Iran on Friday warned its citizens to 'leave Iran immediately' amid rising tensions.

2026-02-06T03:34:31.231391+00:00 IST

Trump turns down Putin's bid to extend nuclear limits

US President Donald Trump rejected Vladimir Putin's proposal to extend nuclear limits after the New START treaty expired, calling it a "badly negotiated" deal. He pushed for a new agreement while highlighting US military strength, as arms control advocates warned of a renewed nuclear buildup.

2026-02-06T02:42:14.478392+00:00 IST

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on "Russia" probe

Addressing reporters during a press briefing on February 5, Leavitt said, "The people in this room, considering that you all said, for many years, that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to help Donald Trump, you should all be VERY happy that we finally have an administration that is looking into that."

2026-02-06T00:18:40.770289+00:00 IST

US Press Secretary Leavitt response on immigration policy

Addressing reporters during a press briefing on February 5, Leavitt said, "Zero illegals were released into our homeland over the past nine months. This is a truly remarkable achievement."

2026-02-06T00:12:48.629359+00:00 IST

Trump issues stark warning to Iran’s supreme leader

In the interview, Trump was asked directly about Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the mounting pressure on Tehran from Washington and regional actors. "I would say he should be very worried, yeah. He should be," Trump said, underscoring the administration's increasingly tough rhetoric toward Iran even as diplomatic contacts continue.

2026-02-05T21:44:21.352890+00:00 IST

Trump reiterates claim of preventing conflict between India, Pak

US President Donald Trump on Friday reiterated his claim that he had prevented a "nuclear conflict" between India and Pakistan, while criticising the New START nuclear arms control treaty and calling for a new, modernised agreement.

2026-02-05T21:37:23.747007+00:00 IST

US President Trump on 'Diego Garcia' discussions with UK PM

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Diego Garcia as being of "great importance" to US national security due to its central location in the Indian Ocean and its role in supporting American military operations.

2026-02-05T21:33:19.402173+00:00 IST