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US condemns Jaffar Express attack, reaffirms support for Pakistan

The United States strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express in Balochistan, reaffirming its support for Pakistan in combating terrorism. Pakistan's security forces successfully freed over 190 hostages and eliminated all 33 attackers during a clearance operation.

2025-03-13T10:42:15.239902+00:00 IST

NASA, SpaceX delay mission meant to bring stranded astronauts

A crew of four will head to the ISS onboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket for a six-month stay. The mission is being launched to bring back Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams, Fox News report.

2025-03-13T01:47:02.317427+00:00 IST

Republican lawmakers pushing legislation to ban Chinese nationals

For weeks, US Representative Riley Moore has raised alarm over what he considers the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) exploitation of the US visa program meant for studying in the US.

2025-03-13T01:20:01.146702+00:00 IST

"No one is expelling anyone from Gaza": Donald Trump

US President's remarks on Gaza come after his statement in February, where he said that the US will take over the Gaza Strip, dismantle dangerous weapons, get rid of the destroyed buildings and work for the economic development of the area.

2025-03-13T00:04:47.578724+00:00 IST

I faced discrimination, my career was destroyed: Danish Kaneria

Kaneria said that he did not get equal values and respect in Pakistan.

2025-03-12T23:00:56.891762+00:00 IST

New York: India participates in 69th Session of UNCSW

A delegation of the Government of India led by Annpurna Devi, Union Minister, Women and Child Development (WCD), participated in the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), which started on March 10 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, as per an official statement by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.

2025-03-12T12:31:57.384624+00:00 IST

US approves bills to prevent purchase of China-made batteries

On Monday, March 10, the House of Representatives passed the Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act, HR1166, by voice vote. The bill was voted on under a suspension of House rules, a procedure often used by Congress to expedite the passage of non-controversial bills with bipartisan support, VOA reported.

2025-03-12T08:48:10.260524+00:00 IST

US VP, Second Lady to visit India next month

The impending visit would be Vance's second foreign trip as Vice President after making his world stage debut in France and Germany last month, as per Politico.

2025-03-12T03:19:52.730233+00:00 IST

Senior USAID official directs staff to "shred documents": Report

The materials which have been earmarked for destruction include the agency's "classified safes and personnel documents" at the Ronald Reagan Building, Politico reported, citing an email sent by USAID's acting executive director, Erica Carr.

2025-03-12T00:49:53.689019+00:00 IST

Trump buys red Tesla at White House alongside Musk

Trump sat in a red Model X Tesla and said, "That's beautiful." He later pointed to the model and stated that this was his pick.

2025-03-12T00:38:53.011662+00:00 IST

Canada to not charge tariff on electricity coming into US: Trump

He accused Canada and Mexico of treating the US "unfairly" and called the European Union "horrible."

2025-03-11T23:39:50.127991+00:00 IST

'Ukraine has agreed for ceasefire, hopefully Russia will agree'

Trump's statement comes after Ukraine expressed readiness to accept the US proposal to enact an "immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire," which can be extended by mutual agreement of the parties, and which is subject to acceptance and concurrent implementation by Russia.

2025-03-11T22:30:24.633706+00:00 IST

White House Press Secy refers to tariffs imposed by India on US

"You look at India, 150 per cent tariff on American alcohol. Do you think that's helping Kentucky bourbon be exported into India? I don't think so," Leavitt said.

2025-03-11T19:35:41.377742+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy apologised to Trump, US Special Envoy Witkoff says

"Zelenskyy sent a letter to the president. He apologized for that whole incident that happened in the Oval Office," Witkoff said on Monday (local time), as per The Hill.

2025-03-11T09:04:26.674358+00:00 IST

InfoWars reporter Jamie White killed in Texas

InfoWars reporter Jamie White was murdered in South Austin late Sunday night, marking the city's eighth homicide of 2025. InfoWars founder Alex Jones called it a "brutal murder," and the outlet vowed to seek justice. Austin police are investigating the case as concerns over rising crime in the city grow.

2025-03-11T07:45:23.440278+00:00 IST

DRC proposes mineral deal with US to reduce dependence on China

Experts believe that such a deal could help the US curb China's influence in the region while securing access to critical minerals.

2025-03-11T07:20:39.484037+00:00 IST

Canada's PM-designate plans to strengthen ties with India

Carney said that Canada looked forward to strengthen ties with 'like-minded' countries, one of them being India.

2025-03-11T07:17:45.942715+00:00 IST

NASA cuts key offices in workforce reduction

NASA has begun a workforce reduction under President Trump's executive order, leading to the closure of key offices, including the Office of the Chief Scientist and the Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy. Acting Administrator Janet Petro acknowledged the challenges but emphasised the need for restructuring to align with administration priorities.

2025-03-11T07:04:19.945679+00:00 IST

India reaffirms commitment to gender equality at 69th UNCSW

India reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality at the 69th UNCSW session in New York. Union Minister Annpurna Devi highlighted India's progress in empowering women and children, emphasising transformative initiatives in health, education, and economic opportunities.

2025-03-11T06:24:28.498505+00:00 IST