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US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill extend Holi wishes

US President Joe Biden extended Holi wishes on Monday, emphasising that millions of people globally will join together to celebrate the festival, the arrival of Spring, with Gulal and vibrant colours.

2024-03-25T21:48:48.416111+00:00 IST

UN Chief on Ramadan solidarity visit to Jordan; to meet Palesti

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited the Wihdat Camp for Palestine refugees during his ongoing Ramadan solidarity visit to Jordan.

2024-03-25T21:05:32.859708+00:00 IST

New York Appellate Court lightens Trump's bond to USD 175 mn

The ruling by a five-judge panel of appellate court judges was a crucial and unexpected victory for the former president, potentially staving off a looming financial disaster. Had the court denied his request, and had he failed to obtain the full bond, Trump risked of losing control over his bank accounts and, eventually, even some of his marquee properties.

2024-03-25T18:21:47.213109+00:00 IST

US: Times Square illuminates with wishes for Holi festival 

"Wishing everyone a colorful and joyous Holi from the heart of New York City. #TimesSquare May the festival of color fill your life with happiness, love and peace,"Indian Consulate in New York posted on X.

2024-03-25T18:10:21.712753+00:00 IST

UN passes resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza

"The Security Council just approved a long-awaited resolution on Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire, and the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. This resolution must be implemented. Failure would be unforgivable," Guterres posted on X.

2024-03-25T15:23:22.645209+00:00 IST

US Vice President warns Israel of “consequences” of Rafah assault

"I have studied the maps - there's nowhere for those folks to go. And we're looking at about a million and a half people in Rafah who are there because they were told to go there," Harris added.

2024-03-25T14:19:49.082704+00:00 IST

"Wishing a joyful Holi": US Secy Antony Blinken

In a post on X, Secretary Blinken said, "Wishing a joyful Holi to those celebrating in the United States and across the world. May the Festival of Colours bring you happiness and friendship this season."

2024-03-25T13:45:12.587437+00:00 IST

VHP organises Shri Ram Rath Yatra across US, Canada

Spanning approximately 60 days, the yatra will weave through the expansive territories of both nations, making stops at over 850 temples in the US and 150 in Canada.

2024-03-25T02:50:57.077087+00:00 IST

US: Consulate condoles death of Indian-origin woman in accident

In a post on X, the Indian Consulate in New York stated, "Our deepest condolences to the family of Ms Arshia Joshi, a young professional, who lost her life in a tragic car accident in Pennsylvania on March 21. May her soul rest in eternal peace."

2024-03-24T03:02:16.740592+00:00 IST

US: Trump, Biden win respective primaries in Louisiana

Former US President Donald Trump, continuing his winning streak in the race to the White House, registered victory in the Republican primaries in the state of Louisiana and Illinois on Saturday (local time), The Hill reported, citing Decision Desk HQ projections.

2024-03-24T01:47:03.637984+00:00 IST

US strongly condemns Moscow terror attack

White House Press Secretary, Karine Jeane-Pierre, in a statement, termed ISIS as a "common terrorist enemy" and said that it needs to be defeated everywhere.

2024-03-23T21:27:21.103069+00:00 IST

President Biden passes USD 1.2 trillion bill averting shutdown

US President Joe Biden signed USD 1.2 trillion legislation into law on Saturday, averting the looming shutdown and completing the funding of federal agencies through the fiscal year, which ends September 30, CNN reported.

2024-03-23T20:43:38.958319+00:00 IST

US Secy of State condemns terrorist attack in Moscow

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned the terrorist attack in Russia's Moscow.

2024-03-23T17:41:40.276283+00:00 IST

2 indicted in death of Indian migrant family on Canada-US border

Steve Shand from Deltona, Florida, found himself named in a superseding indictment filed in US District Court, District of Minnesota, alongside Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel, an Indian citizen residing in Florida, court documents reveal.

2024-03-23T03:58:12.318303+00:00 IST

US expresses “deep concern” on Hong Kong new security law

The United States has expressed deep concerns over the new national security law in Hong Kong and said that it possesses "broad implications" for local people as well as US citizens and companies operating there.

2024-03-23T01:35:18.146801+00:00 IST

UN adopts India-backed landmark global resolution on AI

The nonbinding resolution proposed by the US and co-sponsored by India among 120 member countries was adopted by consensus without a vote on Thursday.

2024-03-22T05:51:33.673395+00:00 IST

AUKUS countries announce team to build submarines

The United States, the United Kingdom and Australia have welcomed the new agreement to build Australia's SSN-AUKUS submarines and termed it a significant milestone in the endeavour of defence cooperation.

2024-03-22T00:10:09.031326+00:00 IST

US sues tech giant Apple for "monopolising" smartphone market

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a landmark civil antitrust lawsuit against the tech giant Apple, accusing the company of "stifling" competition to boost its revenues and "illegally monopolising" the US smartphone market, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-03-21T20:19:14.127764+00:00 IST

US: New York Attorney General preparing to seize Trump's assets

The New York attorney general's office has filed judgments in Westchester County, which is being considered the first indication that the state is preparing to seize Trump's golf course and private estate north of Manhattan, known as Seven Springs, CNN reported.

2024-03-21T19:25:00.006341+00:00 IST

Trump's lawyers push back New York attorney general’s suggestions

New York Attorney General Letitia James said that she will take steps to seize assets if Donald Trump agrees to no arrangement.

2024-03-21T17:34:17.590370+00:00 IST

USAID launches Women’s Health and Livelihood Alliance

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Samhita's Collective Good Foundation have launched the Women's Health and Livelihood Alliance (WOHLA), to empower women in underserved communities across India by addressing the intersecting aspects of their health and economic wellbeing.

2024-03-21T06:47:24.156571+00:00 IST