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Tim Walz to speak at Democratic National Convention's third night

The former school teacher and football coach is expected to accept the Democratic nomination Wednesday as the party makes the case that Americans' fundamental freedoms are at risk if Donald Trump returns to the White House.

2024-08-21T21:48:43.972569+00:00 IST

Biden gave nod to strategy against nuke challenges: Report

Biden had in March this year, approved a revised strategy titled the "Nuclear Employment Guidance." This was done amid North Korea's advancing nuclear and missile threats, China's rapid expansion of its nuclear arsenal and Russia's perceived nuclear threats.

2024-08-21T09:54:58.288258+00:00 IST

US political parties criticised for silence on Uyghur genocide

The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Xinjiang province of China, has drawn criticism from global human rights advocates as both the Democratic and Republican platforms for the 2024 US elections fail to address the Uyghur genocide.

2024-08-21T07:17:22.685688+00:00 IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to embark on official visit to US

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will embark on an official visit to the United States from August 23-26, the Ministry of Defence said.

2024-08-21T07:06:32.044903+00:00 IST

US: Michelle Obama takes dig at Donald Trump

Former US First Lady Michelle Obama took a sharp dig at the Republican candidate for US Presidential Polls, Donald Trump on Tuesday and said that "no one has a monopoly on what it means to be an American."

2024-08-21T07:01:09.617840+00:00 IST

Trump campaign uses “Freedom” as Beyonce song features in DNC ad

Interestingly, the soundtrack of the song "Freedom" by Beyonce that is often used by Vice President Kamala Harris' team was heard in the background of the video posted on X platform of Steven Cheung, a spokesperson of the Trump campaign.

2024-08-21T06:59:20.108340+00:00 IST

“We are ready for President Kamala Harris:” Barack Obama at DNC

Taking a swipe at Donald Trump Obama said that the US didn't "need four more years of bluster and bumbling and chaos."

2024-08-21T04:19:39.615755+00:00 IST

Former President Barack Obama on upcoming US Polls

The 44th President of the US expressed his "hope" to the Democratic National Convention attendees, citing Vice President Kamala Harris's readiness to assume the presidency.

2024-08-21T03:57:15.234970+00:00 IST

US Senator Bernie Sanders vows support for Kamala Harris

The lineup of speakers remains strong on day two of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with US Senator Bernie Sanders vowing his support for the Democratic nominee, Kamala Harris for the upcoming US Presidential Polls.

2024-08-21T03:31:09.713094+00:00 IST

USISPF welcomes Kelly Mahon Tullier of Visa to Board of Directors

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has announced that Kelly Mahon Tullier of Visa has joined the Board of USISPF.

2024-08-21T01:40:53.638048+00:00 IST

"Trump has no empathy, no morals": Former White House press secy

The second night of the Democratic National Convention is underway in Chicago. The theme of the night is "A Bold Vision for America's Future."

2024-08-21T01:17:16.821306+00:00 IST

Hillary Clinton takes jab at Donald Trump during DNC speech

Hillary Clinton spoke Monday at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, and made a scathing attack on former US President Donald Trump, saying that the Democrats now have 'him on the run', as she appreciated Kamala Harris' leadership.

2024-08-20T10:35:07.199001+00:00 IST

Joe Biden at Democratic Convention in Chicago

Summing up his political career at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday, US President Joe Biden said that he remains 'too young' to be in the Senate, and 'too old' to stay as the President of the country.

2024-08-20T06:15:31.236734+00:00 IST

Jill Biden says Prez Biden dug "deep into soul" on reelection

At the Democratic Party Convention in Chicago, Jill Biden paid tribute to her husband, President Joe Biden and spoke of their life together from raising their children to his rise to the vice presidency and ultimately to the presidency.

2024-08-20T04:41:59.749986+00:00 IST

Musk “willing to serve” after Trump hints at cabinet post for him

"I am willing to serve," posted Musk on his 'X' platform after the Trump in a Reuters interview said that Musk will be welcome to become part of the US administration if the Republican candidate wins the US presidential election in November.

2024-08-20T03:28:55.131499+00:00 IST

VP Kamala Harris thanks Joe Biden in first remarks at DNC

In her first remarks at the Democratic National Convention that kicked off on Monday night (local time) in Chicago, Vice President and Democratic nominee for the upcoming US Presidential Polls, Kamala Harris thanked President Joe Biden for his leadership to the nation.

2024-08-20T02:57:46.241235+00:00 IST

US: Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago

Biden will use his primetime remarks to talk about the accomplishments of his administration and highlight how critical is that US Vice President Kamala Harris defeats former US President Donald Trump in the elections set to be held in November.

2024-08-20T00:20:35.891929+00:00 IST

US: Celebs tapped in as hosts for Democratic National Convention

As the Democratic National Convention is set to kick off in Chicago on Monday, several prominent figures, including comedian-actress Mindy Kaling, actor Kerry Washington, Ana Navarro, and Tony Goldwyn, have been confirmed as hosts for the convention.

2024-08-19T04:36:04.340617+00:00 IST

Sonakshi Sinha, Pankaj Tripathi participate in India Day Parade

Sonakshi Sinha was the grand marshal, and the guests of honour included Indian actor Pankaj Tripathi and Member of Parliament Manoj Tiwari.

2024-08-18T22:42:53.029671+00:00 IST

Democratic National Convention to kick off in Chicago

Nearly 50,000 visitors are expected to attend the convention, including about 4,000 delegates. The theme of the convention is "For the People, For Our Future."

2024-08-18T21:57:39.418245+00:00 IST