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US, Australia, India and Japan have made....: Antony Blinken

Blinken said that Quad has improved internet connectivity in the region, helped prevent cyber-attacks and invested in the next generation of STEM leaders.

2024-05-20T17:22:33.928568+00:00 IST

Andhra-born Gopi Thotakura becomes first Indian space tourist

Indian expatriate Gopi Thotakura made history as he became the second Indian to venture into space as part of the crew for Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin's NS-25 mission.

2024-05-20T03:38:27.796449+00:00 IST

US: 3 people killed after Amtrak train collides with pickup train

All the passengers who were travelling in the truck died on the spot in North Tonawanda on Friday night, CNN reported, citing the city's fire chief.

2024-05-19T11:37:20.396278+00:00 IST

Baloch American Congress oppose Gwadar fencing

The Baloch American Congress (BAC) condemned the occupation of Gwadar by Pakistan and China, calling it a violation of international law and the rights of the Baloch nation.

2024-05-19T10:49:50.234226+00:00 IST

American therapist dies after seven years in Syrian detention

Kamalmaz, originally from Texas and a psychotherapist by profession, was detained in 2017 at a checkpoint in Damascus while on a visit to see his family.

2024-05-19T02:48:07.503495+00:00 IST

US conducts subcritical nuclear test

Marvin Adams, Deputy Administrator for Defence Programs said in a statement, "We plan to increase the frequency of these subcritical experiments so we can continue to gather important data on nuclear weapons materials, with no technical need for a return to underground nuclear explosive testing."

2024-05-18T07:32:51.143420+00:00 IST

‘Fake eyelashes’, ‘Butch body’: US lawmakers trade insults

The House panel had met on Thursday to discuss holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over his refusal to turn over audio recordings of President Joe Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur.

2024-05-18T07:11:01.527258+00:00 IST

US warns China over support to Russia

China said the "military collusion" between the US and Taiwan as well as the "separatist acts" of the "Taiwan independence forces", are the main sources of disruption to the current stability in the Taiwan Straits.

2024-05-18T05:53:25.594079+00:00 IST

Paul Pelosi attacker sentenced to 30 years in prison

After over a year of violent assault on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, a federal judge sentenced the attacker, David DePape to 30 years in prison for assault and 20 years for attempted kidnapping, reported CNN.

2024-05-18T03:50:30.542488+00:00 IST

"Not too many more vibrant democracies in world than India"

Applauding the Indian people for voting in the general elections, White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby said that there are not too many more vibrant democracies in the world than India.

2024-05-18T03:14:40.610007+00:00 IST

US evacuates 17 out of 20 American doctors stuck in Gaza

Seventeen of the 20 American doctors who were stuck in Gaza after Israel shut the border crossing from Rafah to Egypt have safely departed the enclave, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said.

2024-05-17T23:27:25.672251+00:00 IST

Hyderabad software engineer dies in road accident in US

Abbaraju Prudhvi Raj was killed in the accident which occurred on Tuesday night in north Charlotte.

2024-05-17T22:05:55.551049+00:00 IST

China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea

The US military warned that China is moving forward with developing floating nuclear reactors in the South China Sea to hold up its claim to the disputed maritime territory, on which, the analysts stressed that the development would pose risks to the environment, reported Voice of America (VOA).

2024-05-17T06:46:43.764408+00:00 IST

China 'can't have it both ways' on Russia and Western ties: US

The United States said on Thursday that China cannot have stronger ties with Europe and other countries while supporting Russia in its ongoing war against Ukraine.

2024-05-17T00:23:40.493117+00:00 IST

US State Secy extends wishes for Slovak PM's speedy recovery

"Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar following the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico. The Secretary expressed solidarity with Slovakia and his wishes for the Prime Minister's speedy recovery. Secretary Blinken underlined the enduring bonds between the American and Slovak people. He condemned political violence in all its forms," spokesperson Miller said in a statement.

2024-05-16T20:19:59.679008+00:00 IST

Indian mission in New York urges people to visit Chilika Lake

The Indian Consulate General in New York on Thursday called on tourists worldwide to explore the tranquil charm of Chilika Lake, located in the Indian state of Odisha.

2024-05-16T20:05:39.634171+00:00 IST

Russia steps up disinformations campaign against Zelenskyy

Russia has intensified its disinformation efforts to discredit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and raised questions about his legitimacy in recent months, the US intelligence agencies stated, reported CNN.

2024-05-16T03:44:26.840300+00:00 IST

‘Let’s get ready to Rumble’: Trump, Biden set for two debates

The first debate by CNN will be held on June 27, while the second debate will be held on September 10 by ABC News.

2024-05-16T00:49:07.089575+00:00 IST

"Let's pick the dates, Donald": Biden challenges Trump for debate

US President Joe Biden has challenged Donald Trump for a debate ahead of the upcoming presidential polls in a fiery video on Wednesday.

2024-05-15T17:24:50.142314+00:00 IST

Morrison, Trump discuss China's assertions in Indo-Pacific

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison held a meeting with former US President Donald Trump. Both discussed continued Chinese assertions in the Indo-Pacific and threats against Taiwan.

2024-05-15T16:36:42.066756+00:00 IST

US initiates process for USD 1 bn arms deal with Israel

Discussions have commenced between the State Department and the House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations committees regarding the potential sale, following an informal notification on Tuesday.

2024-05-15T06:33:20.639508+00:00 IST