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US: Seniors of Indian origin celebrate belated Diwali

The senior citizens of Indian heritage celebrated Diwali at the 16th Annual Diwali Gala organised by the BRUHUD New York Seniors on Sunday.

2024-11-17T20:59:06.414139+00:00 IST

US lawmakers urge action on Hong Kong's political prisoners

The chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (SCCP) sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony J Blinken expressing deep concern over the health, welfare, and human rights of the political prisoners in Hong Kong.

2024-11-17T18:25:34.516550+00:00 IST

Trump doubles down on Gaetz as AG

US President-elect Donald Trump is pressing forward with his nomination of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, despite significant resistance on Capitol Hill. Gaetz's confirmation faces hurdles due to controversies over past misconduct allegations and limited legal experience. The move has sparked tensions among Republicans, with some senators demanding access to an ethics investigation report before voting.

2024-11-17T03:03:09.905909+00:00 IST

“Bharat and America Sabse Acche Dost”: Shallabh Kumar

Leading Indian American Industrialist Shalabh Kumar took on social media to share members of the Hindu faith celebrating Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US Presidential elections by gathering together at the YMCA in Chicago.

2024-11-17T02:57:02.806551+00:00 IST

Trumps picks Chris Wright as Energy Secretary

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday named CEO of Liberty Energy, Chris Wright as the secretary of the Department of Energy, CNN reported.

2024-11-17T01:38:35.501466+00:00 IST

Tibet's political struggle intensifies in Europe amid Chinese pro

Tibetan parliamentarians have been active in Europe this month, working to garner support for Tibet through visits to Latvia, Estonia, and other countries. However, their efforts are being countered by a Chinese delegation of "Tibetologists" sent to spread Chinese propaganda in the region.

2024-11-16T07:50:14.109012+00:00 IST

US lawmaker introduces bold trade reform to tackle China’s econom

The chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, John Moolenaar (R-MI), has introduced the Restoring Trade Fairness Act, a landmark bill aimed at revoking China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status with the United States.

2024-11-16T07:35:07.578752+00:00 IST

Trump names Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary

Leavitt, who previously held the role of National Press Secretary for Trump's 2024 US Presidential campaign, was also part of the Trump administration as the Assistant Press Secretary of the White House during his first tenure.

2024-11-16T02:25:22.615816+00:00 IST

“Israel's conduct consistent with characteristics of genocide”

A new United Nations Special Committee report described Israel's conduct in Gaza as "consistent with the characteristics of genocide," including mass civilian casualties and using starvation as a weapon, CNN reported.

2024-11-16T01:31:17.464568+00:00 IST

Malcolm X's family sues FBI, CIA among other agencies

The family of Malcolm X, a civil rights activist who was assassinated 60 years ago, accused the Department of Justice (DOJ), FBI, CIA and New York Police Department (NYPD) in 100 million dollar lawsuit on Friday for playing a significant role in his murder, The Hill reported.

2024-11-15T22:39:00.271122+00:00 IST

Trump picks Steven Cheung as White House communications director

President-elect Donald Trump selected his campaign spokesman Steven Cheung as White House communications director, CNN reported.

2024-11-15T21:04:32.661556+00:00 IST

Trump picks Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has selected Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota as the new Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Burgum, a former Microsoft executive, will oversee public lands and natural resources.

2024-11-15T09:10:14.782506+00:00 IST

Cyberattack on US Telecommunications uncovered as part of larger

The FBI and the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Wednesday issued a warning that the breach, initially discovered late last month, has since uncovered a wide-reaching and serious cyber espionage operation.

2024-11-15T06:52:05.530932+00:00 IST

US prioritises sports diplomacy in connecting people: State Dept

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said that the US State Department places significant emphasis on the role of sports diplomacy in connecting people and highlighted the importance of sports as a tool for building human-to-human ties.

2024-11-15T04:56:29.469727+00:00 IST

'India continues to be vital partner for Indo-Pacific'

Patel noted that the Biden administration had worked to deepen this partnership over the past four years and that Biden and outgoing US Secretary of State Blinken continue to view India as a vital partner.

2024-11-15T04:49:15.282436+00:00 IST

Elon Musk meets Iran’s UN ambassador in New York: Report

The meeting between Musk and Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani held in a secret location in New York and lasted over an hour was described by two Iranian officials as "positive" and focused on reducing tensions between the two countries.

2024-11-15T03:49:40.855356+00:00 IST

Trump nominates ex-congressman Doug Collins as US Secretary of VA

In a statement on Thursday, Trump expressed his confidence in Collins' ability to advocate for active duty service members, veterans, and military families.

2024-11-15T03:25:48.717947+00:00 IST

London: British Hindus protest outside Oxford Union

A social movement of British Hindus and Indians in the UK, INSIGHT UK, on Friday protested in front of the Oxford Union, the debating society of Oxford University and raised slogans, after they hosted a debate titled "This House Believes in the Independent State of Kashmir."

2024-11-15T02:00:58.289167+00:00 IST