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Preparations in full swing for Ram Mandir float in NYC

Even though the float has sparked controversy, with several groups calling it anti-Muslim and saying it should be removed from the event, members of the Indian diaspora and the Hindu community in New York are participating in huge numbers to be a part of this celebration.

2024-08-18T17:58:55.979959+00:00 IST

US: Bill Gates flags off first India Day celebrations in Seattle

Gates addressed over 2,000 members of the Indian American community, praising India's global leadership in innovation, technology, agriculture, and healthcare.

2024-08-18T13:55:09.731741+00:00 IST

Social media platform X to shut operations in Brazil

The company's decision comes after a legal battle with Alexandre de Moraes over the platform's rights and responsibilities to counter disinformation.

2024-08-17T21:36:25.075103+00:00 IST

US lawmakers tighten de minimis loophole to counter China

The bill aims to stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl, counterfeits, and products made with forced labour, by tightening import requirements for low-value packages known as de minimis entry.

2024-08-17T16:03:09.856630+00:00 IST

26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana “extraditable to India": US Court

The panel also held that India provided sufficient competent evidence to support the magistrate judge's finding of probable cause that Rana committed the charged crimes.

2024-08-17T09:02:45.282105+00:00 IST

Donald Trump pulls in Tulsi Gabbard for debate preparation

Garbbard's involvement in Trump's debate preparation, was partly because of her own performance in a 2019 Democratic presidential primary debate, when Gabbard eviscerated Harris in a memorable onstage encounter.

2024-08-17T04:32:17.428175+00:00 IST

Independence Day celebrations at Wall Street laud Indian diaspora

New York City Mayor, Eric Adams and Indian Consulate General to New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan were among the major dignitaries present at the event, organised by the Indian Cultural Association of North America.

2024-08-17T03:16:04.660929+00:00 IST

US Secretary of State Blinken to embark on Israel visit today

The United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken is set to embark on visit to Israel on Saturday, August 17, to push for efforts to conclude the agreement for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as well as the release of hostages from Gaza.

2024-08-16T20:55:56.359683+00:00 IST

US Administrator announces agreement with India

The head of the US Small Business Administration (SBA), Isabel Casillas Guzman, announced on Thursday a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the SBA and India's Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to strengthen the two countries' joint work to promote MSME participation in the global marketplace.

2024-08-16T00:29:19.745985+00:00 IST

US: Joe Biden, Kamala Harris make first joint appearance

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made their first joint appearance on Thursday afternoon (local time) for their first public event in Maryland since Biden ended his presidential bid, nominating Harris in his place.

2024-08-16T00:26:09.100946+00:00 IST

US Deputy Secy of State Richard Verma to visit Nepal, India

The Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma will lead US delegations to Nepal on August 16 and India from August 17-22 to advance and support a prosperous, secure, and resilient future for both countries, the US Department of State said.

2024-08-15T23:04:08.636196+00:00 IST

Diaspora in US takes part in 78th Independence Day celebrations

As India celebrated its 78th Independence Day on Thursday, August 15, the Indian diaspora too, dived into celebrations at the Indian embassy in in the US.

2024-08-15T21:30:40.962958+00:00 IST

New York Stock Exchange increases scrutiny on Chinese firms

The New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market have increased scrutiny on small to midsized Chinese firms preparing to release the shares of Initial Public Offering (IPO), in a move aimed to protect investor interest and excessive volatility caused by these IPOs, Nikkei Asia reported.

2024-08-15T16:19:38.013006+00:00 IST

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigns

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation on Wednesday, reported CBS News.

2024-08-15T01:13:39.243074+00:00 IST

US: Blinken xtends wishes to India on 78th Independence Day

Lauding the ties between the nations, the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, extended wishes to India on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day on Thursday.

2024-08-14T22:47:31.994820+00:00 IST

"US goal remains to turn the temperature down in Middle East": US

Amid the volatile situation in the Middle East after Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's assassination, US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield said that its aim is to turn the temperature down in the middle region, deter and defend against any future attacks.

2024-08-14T17:36:24.769355+00:00 IST

Sindhi Foundation continues campaign for Priya Kumari's freedom

The Sindhi Foundation, a Washington-based organisation, continues its relentless campaign for the freedom of Priya Kumari, a victim of enforced disappearance in Pakistan.

2024-08-14T06:55:07.510908+00:00 IST

US soldier pleads guilty of selling defence information to China

He was paid USD 42,000 for handing over dozens of classified US military documents to an individual in Hong Kong, whom he believed to be connected to the Chinese government.

2024-08-14T05:29:05.307566+00:00 IST

Protest against violence on Hindus in Bangladesh

Local Atlanta representative Sheikh Rahman also expressed support for the Hindu community and pledged to work towards addressing the violence through outreach to the Bangladeshi government.

2024-08-14T04:48:54.408029+00:00 IST

Tableau with Ram Mandir at India Day Parade in US target of hate

42nd Annual India Day Parade in New York City, scheduled for August 18, has become the target of alleged hate-filled bigotry for including a Ram Mandir miniature float.

2024-08-14T04:24:43.271873+00:00 IST

UN Chief calls for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh

The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, has called for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh and urged the interim government to make every effort to be inclusive.

2024-08-14T01:37:54.424424+00:00 IST