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Atleast 15 dead as "historic" snow storm batters US

The storm across the southern United States has caused widespread power outages, particularly in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity as frigid temperatures linger. Officials say several additional deaths remain under investigation.

2026-01-27T07:53:19.037763+00:00 IST

Washington State Senate adopts resolution honouring Republic Day

The Senate Resolution was piloted by Indian American Washington State Senator Manka Dhingra and also supported from the floor of the Senate by another Indian origin State Senator, Vandana Slatter.

2026-01-27T07:15:29.009371+00:00 IST

US hosts meeting of US-India Drug Policy Executive Working Group

The Office of National Drug Control Policy's (ONDCP) Director, Sara Carter, opened the meeting by emphasising President Trump and Prime Minister Modi's mutual commitment to strengthening security cooperation and eradicating narco-terrorism.

2026-01-27T05:55:12.485225+00:00 IST

Venezuela’s acting president Rodríguez slams US "orders"

Speaking to oil workers in the coastal city of Puerto La Cruz, Rodriguez said Venezuelan politics should be resolved internally, without foreign interference.

2026-01-27T05:11:17.211762+00:00 IST

US Congressman Michael Baumgartner extends wishes on R-Day

US Congressman Michael Baumgartner extended wishes as India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday.

2026-01-27T04:34:34.502315+00:00 IST

India hits back at Pak at UN, rejects 'false” Op Sindoor narrativ

India on Monday strongly rejected Pakistan's remarks made on New Delhi's retaliatory action through Operation Sindoor following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, calling them "false and self-serving", and asserted that Islamabad has "no locus standi" to comment on matters internal to India, particularly on the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

2026-01-27T03:27:45.790523+00:00 IST

India urges urgent UNSC reforms amid strain on multilateralism

India on Monday called for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on grounds of multilateralism and changes in global dynamics, noting that the current structure reflects a "geopolitical reality of a bygone era".

2026-01-27T03:07:10.790562+00:00 IST

Trump sends agent to Minneapolis as protesters rage

After United States federal agents shot another individual in Minneapolis during an ongoing immigration enforcement drive, triggering widespread protests and renewed demands for President Donald Trump to withdraw heavily armed federal personnel from the city, Trump is now sending an agent named Tom Homan to Minneapolis to handle the situation there.

2026-01-27T02:37:52.054128+00:00 IST

Europe ‘funding war against itself’: US Treasury Secy Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Europe of indirectly funding the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Indian-refined fuel made from Russian oil, defended US tariffs on India, and said Indian crude purchases have dropped, suggesting a possible path to easing tariffs.

2026-01-27T02:21:54.545133+00:00 IST

Trump hails Venezuela's release of political prisoners as "powerful humanitarian gesture"

Trump noted that Venezuela is rapidly releasing political prisoners, calling it a humanitarian gesture. Foro Penal verified 104 releases. Venezuelan officials promised more, though rights groups say progress is slow. Families continue waiting outside prisons as authorities and NGOs report differing release numbers.

2026-01-27T00:33:05.690791+00:00 IST

US President Trump hikes South Korea auto, pharma tariffs to 25%

Announcing the move on Truth Social, Trump said, "Because the Korean Legislature hasn't enacted our Historic Trade Agreement, which is their prerogative, I am hereby increasing South Korean TARIFFS on Autos, Lumber, Pharma, and all other Reciprocal TARIFFS, from 15% to 25%." It remains unclear whether the revised tariff rates have already come into force.

2026-01-27T00:01:24.856987+00:00 IST

20 more countries sign up for Trump’s Board of Peace: White House

The White House stated that 20 more countries have joined Trump's Board of Peace, launched in Davos to address global conflicts. Trump called it a major step towards peace, while some Western nations raised concerns over its expanded role beyond Gaza and the United Nations.

2026-01-26T23:25:39.860253+00:00 IST

White House distances Trump from “domestic terrorist” label

The White House denied Trump called Alex Pretti a "domestic terrorist" as he spoke with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz after deadly ICE encounters. Protests, legal challenges and political backlash followed the deaths of Pretti and Renee Good, with Democrats warning of funding blocks unless immigration reforms are made.

2026-01-26T23:04:28.180884+00:00 IST

White House backs deportation drive after Minneapolis shooting

Speaking at a White House press briefing, Leavitt said the policy has widespread backing, stating, "Americans overwhelmingly want exactly what President Trump is delivering: strong borders and strict immigration enforcement against the worst illegal aliens," adding that "polling shows huge support for this exact thing."

2026-01-26T22:29:06.264047+00:00 IST

White House says FBI, DHS probe shooting as CBP reviews case

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are conducting inquiries into Pretti's death, while Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is also carrying out an internal review. She told reporters that Saturday's shooting "remains under active investigation by Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI."

2026-01-26T21:19:33.002500+00:00 IST

White House blames Minnesota Democrats for “tragedy”

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused elected Democrats in Minnesota of responsibility for what she described as a "tragedy," naming Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. Her remarks came shortly after President Donald Trump said on social media that he had a "very good call" with Walz and that they were "on a similar wavelength."

2026-01-26T19:39:22.452547+00:00 IST

At least 10 people die as winter storm grips US

The storm has prompted widespread travel disruption, including mass flight cancellations and warnings to motorists to stay off icy roads, while at least 20 states and Washington, DC, declared states of emergency.

2026-01-26T17:06:54.043018+00:00 IST

East Turkistan govt in exile condemns OIC visit to China

In a statement released during an official visit by an OIC delegation to China, led by Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha, the ETGE expressed "profound alarm" at planned meetings with Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials and stops in Occupied East Turkistan.

2026-01-26T13:21:04.978604+00:00 IST

‘US-India share a historic bond’: President Trump on RDay

US President Donald Trump on Monday extended wishes as India celebrates its 77th Republic Day.

2026-01-26T09:05:12.349698+00:00 IST

US representatives extends greetings on India's 77th Republic Day

The Congresswoman also appreciated the community's "commitment" to innovation and learning. She also acknowledged the day that marked the adoption of the Constitution of the world's largest democracy and the "endearing" values that it represents.

2026-01-26T07:34:02.833307+00:00 IST