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US takes action to build secure critical mineral supply chains

A Fact Sheet from the office of State Department Spokesperson on '2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial' said that critical minerals and rare earths are essential "for our most advanced technologies and will only become more important as AI, robotics, batteries, and autonomous devices transform our economies."

2026-02-05T17:11:37.348711+00:00 IST

USISPF welcomes India’s participation

This historic engagement will create momentum for collaboration to secure the critical mineral supply chains vital to technological innovation, economic strength, and national security.

2026-02-05T14:49:13.471148+00:00 IST

UN agency PAHO warns of sharp measles surge across Americas

A UN agency has warned of a sharp rise in measles cases across the Americas, with over 1,000 infections recorded in early 2026. Major outbreaks in the US, Mexico and Canada threaten measles elimination status, prompting calls for urgent vaccination and surveillance.

2026-02-05T06:55:33.738058+00:00 IST

White House adviser Michael Kratsios to lead US AI summit team

Michael Kratsios, assistant to US President Donald Trump and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, will lead the US delegation to India's AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. The Global South's first major AI summit will focus on people-centric AI, innovation and development, alongside global policy talks and an AI expo.

2026-02-05T04:19:33.719942+00:00 IST

India aids US to crackdown on illegal drug trafficking

The US Drug Enforcement Administration, with the cooperation of the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, announced the seizure of more than 200 website domains tied to an India-based transnational criminal organization (TCO) working within the United States and allegedly responsible for at least six fatal and four non-fatal overdoses.

2026-02-05T04:08:52.664873+00:00 IST

"Detailed review of bilateral cooperation," says EAM Jaishankar

The EAM said that subjects like the Indo-Pacific, West Asia and Ukraine were discussed.

2026-02-05T01:50:31.393282+00:00 IST

"Negotiations underway," says EAM Jaishankar on India-US deal

The Minister says that a detailing of negotiations is now underway.

2026-02-05T01:37:30.575490+00:00 IST

India backs FORGE initiative at Critical Minerals Ministerial:EAM

India has extended its support to the Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement (FORGE), a newly launched initiative unveiled at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial, which succeeds the US-led Mineral Security Partnership, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told ANI on the sidelines of the ministerial in Washington DC.

2026-02-05T01:36:35.654853+00:00 IST

EAM, Canadian FM discuss strengthening ties at Critical Minerals

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a series of bilateral meetings with key counterparts, including Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Peruvian Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela, on the sidelines of the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington.

2026-02-04T23:39:51.680979+00:00 IST

Man gets life sentence for Trump assassination attempt

Ryan Routh, the man convicted of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course in 2024, has been sentenced to life in prison by a federal court, CNN reported.

2026-02-04T23:37:35.574730+00:00 IST

Washington Post staff, including Shashi Tharoor’s son sacked

Washington Post employees, including Ishaan Tharoor, son of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, shared heartfelt and sombre messages on social media as one of the world's premier media organisations announced widespread layoffs earlier on Wednesday, affecting its international reportage footprint and sports desk.

2026-02-04T21:55:54.703780+00:00 IST

"US open to talks with Iran": Rubio

The United States has said it is ready to engage in talks with Iran amid escalated tension between the two countries if Tehran is willing to meet, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday (local time) emphasising that Washington does not view dialogue as a concession or legitimisation of the Iranian regime.

2026-02-04T20:41:19.912974+00:00 IST

Jaishankar poses along US State Secy at Critical Minerals meet

The photo symbolises India's institutional membership in an elite group of nations securing global supply chains, elevating its status from observer to decision-maker in the mineral sector.

2026-02-04T17:45:12.314664+00:00 IST

US:Jaishankar flags supply chain risks at Critical Minerals meet

In a post shared on X, Jaishankar said, "Spoke at the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington DC today. Underlined challenges of excessive concentration and the importance of de-risking supply chains through structured international cooperation. Highlighted India's efforts towards greater resilience through initiatives including National Critical Minerals Mission, Rare Earth Corridors and responsible commerce. Conveyed India's support to the FORGE initiative on critical minerals.

2026-02-04T16:45:50.344101+00:00 IST

"Relationship with China extremely good": Trump

Trump, in a post on Truth Social, spoke about his call with Xi, confirmed his visit to China in April, and said that the relationship with China was extremely good.

2026-02-04T16:38:10.934216+00:00 IST

"Historic gathering": Marco Rubio on Critical Minerals meet

The event aimed to reduce reliance on China, which dominates rare-earth mining and processing, and to promote economic security through multilateral cooperation.

2026-02-04T16:32:14.730886+00:00 IST

Washington Post announces significant layoffs

Fox News reported that a third of the company has been affected by the layoffs.

2026-02-04T16:20:48.328533+00:00 IST

Minerals Meet: US suggests creation of preferential trade zone

As the United States hosted the inaugural critical minerals ministerial on Wednesday, Vice President JD Vance suggested towards the creation of a preferential trade zone so as to protect critical minerals from external disruptions and called for establishing reference prices to reflect the real world fair market value.

2026-02-04T16:15:45.473880+00:00 IST

'Here to rectify mistakes': Rubio calls for multilateral solution

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the importance of economic security through critical minerals and the need for allies to come together not only for rectifying the mistakes of past but to pool in collective talent and innovation to ensure diversity and affordability in supply chains.

2026-02-04T15:09:45.673011+00:00 IST

“No realer thing than critical minerals”: US VP Vance

US Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday highlighted the irrefutable importance of critical minerals during his remarks at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial being hosted by the United States.

2026-02-04T14:29:27.266788+00:00 IST

Pakistan intensified crackdown on media: HRW

Pakistani authorities intensified their crackdown on media freedom, political opposition and civil society groups in 2025 by using vague and overbroad laws, Human Rights Watch (HRW) has said in its World Report 2026.

2026-02-04T12:15:39.063544+00:00 IST