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USISPF Board hosts US NSA Jake Sullivan

The US National Security Advisor (NSA), Jake Sullivan addressed the Board of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) on his recent visit to India, as per an official statement by the USISPF

2025-01-17T02:43:26.709807+00:00 IST

US sanctions leader of Sudanese Armed Forces over war crimes

The US Department of Treasury on Thursday sanctioned Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, the leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF).

2025-01-17T00:11:44.315093+00:00 IST

India Global Forum launches in US ahead of Trump’s inauguration

India Global Forum (IGF) on Thursday marked its official launch in the United States with a high-profile delegation of Indian business leaders engaging in exclusive, closed-door discussions with members of the incoming administration and key US stakeholders and policymakers.

2025-01-16T23:19:01.775626+00:00 IST

US Treasury Secretary-designate slams China’s economic practices

During the Senate confirmation hearings, US Treasury Secretary-designate Scott Bessent called China an "unbalanced economy," and described the nation as being in a "severe recession."

2025-01-16T22:00:02.178042+00:00 IST

Trump announces appointments of Special Ambassadors to Hollywood

US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday announced the appointment of Jon Voight, Mel Gibson, and Sylvester Stallone as Special Ambassadors for Hollywood, California.

2025-01-16T21:31:57.548239+00:00 IST

“We have laid foundation for success...": Blinken on ceasefire

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken described the Israel-Hamas ceasefire as a moment of "tremendous relief" for Israelis and Palestinians and noted that the current administration has laid a strong foundation for success, which will be handed over to the "incoming administration."

2025-01-16T19:41:41.112016+00:00 IST

TikTok plans US shutdown amid looming ban

TikTok is preparing to shut down its operations in the United States this Sunday if a planned ban by lawmakers goes ahead, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-01-16T12:52:16.644425+00:00 IST

"We’ve pulled ahead in our competition with China," US President

Biden, while delivering his final address from the Oval Office, emphasised that the US should lead in the development of AI, and not China.

2025-01-16T09:11:36.945469+00:00 IST

US President Biden warns of 'oligarchy' formation in US

Biden warned of the concentration of wealth in a few hands, as it would give them the opportunity to abuse their power.

2025-01-16T07:02:48.895930+00:00 IST

Ex US President Obama expresses gratitude to Biden

Obama praised Biden for his way of recovering the US economy after the Covid 19 pandemic.

2025-01-16T04:22:36.875114+00:00 IST

YouTube, Google donate USD 15 million for LA fire relief

Emergency Network Los Angeles, American Red Cross, Center for Disaster Philanthropy and Institute for Nonprofit News would be recipients of the relief.

2025-01-16T03:21:45.901385+00:00 IST

Ukraine-Russia exchange strikes ahead of Trump’s inauguration

Ukraine and Russia have escalated their conflict, exchanging major drone and missile strikes in recent days to to gain an advantage as US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration nears.

2025-01-16T01:18:38.162082+00:00 IST

Matthew Miller praises Trump team’s involvement in ceasefire

US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller on Wednesday praised the "critical" role of President-elect Donald Trump's team in brokering a ceasefire and hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas.

2025-01-16T00:47:07.742864+00:00 IST

Global leaders welcome Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised the mediation efforts of Egypt, Qatar, and the United States, while former US President Barack Obama called the agreement a positive step. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also welcomed the deal, stressing the need for a long-term political solution based on a two-state framework to secure lasting peace for both Israelis and Palestinians.

2025-01-15T22:20:00.909608+00:00 IST

Economic corridor vision from India, Europe can be reality: Biden

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday said that his vision of an economic corridor connecting India, the Middle East, and Europe--a vision first presented at the G-20 summit in Delhi in September 2023--can now become a reality following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal.

2025-01-15T21:14:05.171611+00:00 IST

Joe Biden outlines 3-phase ceasefire deal between Israel, Hamas

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced the successful negotiation of a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, ending over 15 months of conflict. The deal, structured in three phases, includes a complete ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and the release of hostages, including Americans, in the first phase.

2025-01-15T20:26:25.365168+00:00 IST

US removes BARC, IGCAR from its Entity List

The US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) added 11 entities to its Entity List, targeting organisations in China. BIS removed three Indian entities--Indian Rare Earths, Indira Gandhi Atomic Research Center (IGCAR), and Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC).

2025-01-15T19:17:42.464591+00:00 IST

“We have achieved so much...": Trump on Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Following the reports of Israel and Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire deal, US President-elect Donald Trump said that this progress had been made even before his return to the White House. He also emphasised the potential for the "wonderful things" once his administration is fully confirmed and in power.

2025-01-15T18:49:54.396445+00:00 IST

Intensifying California winds fuel wildfire threats

Winds are expected to intensify in Southern California on Wednesday, raising the risk of further fire spread in Los Angeles County, where wildfires have already claimed at least 25 lives and displaced over 100,000 people. With Red Flag Warnings in effect, authorities are urging residents to remain alert and evacuate if advised. President Biden has pledged federal support, while lawsuits have been filed against utilities accused of sparking fires.

2025-01-15T15:32:52.828638+00:00 IST

Trump's NSA pick Waltz highlights India as 'critical partner'

Waltz, who has served as the Republican chair of the US-India caucus, highlighted India's significance in the US's strategic interests. He also praised the Biden administration's efforts in fostering trilateral dialogues with countries like South Korea, Japan, and the Philippines to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

2025-01-15T12:41:11.269738+00:00 IST

Elon Musk highlights Trump's affair with Diet Coke

Musk shared an image of US President-elect Donald Trump with Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey as the latter gifted him a custom commemorative bottle of Diet Coke.

2025-01-15T09:40:20.398477+00:00 IST