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President Trump signs executive order to expand access to IVF

President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) signed an executive order aimed at expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for Americans, with a focus on reducing the high costs associated with the treatment.

2025-02-18T23:27:47.310098+00:00 IST

“Russia wants to stop barbarianism… It's senseless war”: Trump

Following the talks between the United States and Russia on ending the war in Ukraine, President Donald Trump expressed his belief that Russia wants to put an end to the conflict, citing the toll the war has taken on soldiers, including Ukrainians, Russians, as well as North Koreans.

2025-02-18T23:19:21.110133+00:00 IST

Trump questions USD 21 million fund for voter turnout in India

While signing executive orders at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday (local time), Donald Trump said, "Why are we giving USD 21 million to India? They have a lot more money. They are one of the highest taxing countries in the world in terms of us; we can hardly get in there because their tariffs are so high. I have a lot of respect for India and their Prime Minister, but giving USD 21 million for voter turnout?"

2025-02-18T22:37:40.536361+00:00 IST

ETGE calls on Ireland to stand against China

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has issued a powerful statement calling on the Irish government to take a stand against China's policies in Xinjiang.

2025-02-18T09:39:28.328986+00:00 IST

US President Trump unveils trade policy with reciprocal tariffs

US President Donald Trump outlined a new trade policy focused on fairness and reciprocity and said that the US would implement reciprocal tariffs, charging other countries the same tariffs they impose on American goods.

2025-02-17T23:55:47.539702+00:00 IST

Nita Ambani calls youth, diaspora as “strength” of India

Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation delivered the keynote address at the Harvard India Conference on Indian Business, Policy & Culture, where she said that the strength of India lies in its large youth population and the diaspora. She called the adoption of technologies such as artificial intelligence, green energy, genomics as a great opportunity for the country. The Reliance Chairperson also shared stories from her life about the importance of resources.

2025-02-17T09:12:52.299662+00:00 IST

India showcased as theme country at APCC New Year celebration

India was showcased as the theme Country for the first time at Asia Pacific Cultural Centre 27th New Year Celebrations at Tacoma Dome, the Consulate General of India in Seattle noted on Saturday.

2025-02-17T07:02:41.587901+00:00 IST

"Will be greenest Olympics", Nita Ambani makes passionate pitch for India's 2036 bid

Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation delivered the keynote address at the Harvard India Conference where she spoke about India's bid for Olympics and how the country plans to make them the greenest and most sustainable Olympics. She also mentioned about the intiative 'Swadesh' which empowers Indian artisans. The Reliance Foundation Chairperson also shared about her childhood and the story of her humble beginnings at the Harvard University on Monday (local time).

2025-02-17T06:03:06.987821+00:00 IST

US: At least 9 people dead in Kentucky, Georgia after storm

Beshear said emergency responders are in search and rescue phase and have conducted more than 1000 rescues in over 24 hours.

2025-02-16T23:22:19.118141+00:00 IST

Meeting between PM Modi, US President Trump reaffirms...: USISPF

The USISPF stated that the meeting between two leaders reaffirmed the strength of the partnership between two nations.

2025-02-16T22:01:52.596735+00:00 IST

US leaders call for action as Chinese influence over Panama Canal

Chinese and Hong Kong businesses' control of important infrastructure on the Panama Canal and other port facilities in the Western Hemisphere has prompted calls for Washington to take measures to lessen Beijing's influence.

2025-02-16T09:25:03.190950+00:00 IST

DOGE announces cancellation of USD 29 million for Bangladesh

In a bid to cut government spending, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, announced the cancellation of a USD 29 million funding intended for "strengthening the political landscape in Bangladesh" on Saturday (local time).

2025-02-16T05:15:00.335785+00:00 IST

Elon Musk-led DOGE cancels USD 22 million intended for 'voter turnout in India'

BJP's Amit Malviya took to his X to react to the announcement. "$21M for voter turnout? This definitely is external interference in India's electoral process. Who gains from this? Not the ruling party for sure!" his post read.

2025-02-16T04:01:34.710100+00:00 IST

Indian Americans hail PM Modi's visit to US

The Indian American community welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump and congratulated the leaders on the substantive outcomes achieved in their first meeting in President Trump's second term.

2025-02-15T23:06:30.119466+00:00 IST

US Secretary of State Rubio speaks to Russian counterpart Lavrov

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (local time) and reaffirmed US President Donald Trump's commitment to ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

2025-02-15T21:37:15.597005+00:00 IST

Trump vows to "back" Israel's decision as hostages not released

In a statement shared on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump noted that Hamas has released three hostages, including a US citizen and added that they appear to be in good shape.

2025-02-15T19:13:30.005250+00:00 IST

UN report exposes China’s forced labour programs targeting Uyghur

Chinese authorities are transferring a large number of "surplus" rural workers to state-led labour programs throughout the nation in addition to using "vocational skills training and education centres" for forced labour in Xinjiang and Tibet, according to a recently published report by the United Nations' International Labour Organization.

2025-02-15T16:23:25.764984+00:00 IST

Trump, Musk to address media's rivalry claims in FOX interview

"You know, they said, 'We have breaking news. Donald Trump has ceded control of the presidency to Elon Musk. President Musk will be attending a cabinet meeting tonight at 8:00,'" Trump joked.

2025-02-15T09:33:04.799728+00:00 IST

India's Permanent Mission to UN in New York marks World Hindi Day

Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur was the Guest of Honour in the event. In her address, Thakur recalled about the initiation of the World Hindi Day on January 10, 2006.

2025-02-15T01:19:54.363432+00:00 IST

US to no longer allow transgender people to enlist in military

In a statement shared on X, the US Army said that the decision takes effect immediately and all new accessions for people with a history of gender dysphoria are stopped and all medical procedures related to facilitating or affirming a gender transition for service members have been paused.

2025-02-15T00:17:17.939470+00:00 IST