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Biden commits to strengthen semiconductor supply chain with India

President Biden also underscored the importance of working together with India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Singapore to strengthen the critical semiconductor industry.

2023-11-16T20:49:32.075273+00:00 IST

US: Joe Biden hosts APEC reception for world leaders

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday, hosted a welcome reception for world leaders attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit.

2023-11-16T16:59:24.020404+00:00 IST

Biden underscores US' support for "free and open" Indo-Pacific

During his meeting with Xi, Biden underscored the US' support for a "free and open Indo-Pacific that is connected, prosperous, secure, and resilient."

2023-11-16T06:18:21.867378+00:00 IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets YouTube CEO Neal Mohan

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday (local time) met YouTube CEO Neal Mohan.

2023-11-16T04:57:08.747137+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets Micron’s CEO Sanjay Mehrotra

Piyush Goyal met Micron Technology CEO Sanjay Mehrotra and discussed how India's growing semiconductor ecosystem presents vast opportunities for company to collaborate and expand its footprint in India.

2023-11-16T04:18:50.552311+00:00 IST

Biden raises issue detained US citizens in meeting with Xi

Biden said that he raised the US' concerns regarding China's actions, including human rights and coercive activities in the South China Sea.

2023-11-16T03:40:05.761155+00:00 IST

Biden, Xi discuss Middle East; Taiwan Independence raises concern

Xi told Biden that the United States should "take real actions to honour its commitment of not supporting 'Taiwan Independence'," as reported by Chinese state media.

2023-11-16T01:21:05.053785+00:00 IST

UNSC adopts resolution urging humanitarian pauses in Gaza

The resolution received support from twelve states during the session held on Wednesday, while the United States, Russia, and the United Kingdom chose to abstain from the vote.

2023-11-15T23:16:05.403089+00:00 IST

"Hamas violating rules of war by having its hq in hospital: WH

"We have information that Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad use some hospitals in the Gaza Strip, including al-Shifa, and tunnels underneath them to conceal and to support their military operations and to hold hostages," spokesperson John Kirby told reporters during a briefing.

2023-11-15T17:55:19.130236+00:00 IST

US President Biden to host world leaders

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he will host world leaders during the APEC Economic Leaders' Week to discuss the next chapter of sustainable, inclusive regional growth.

2023-11-15T16:55:09.099525+00:00 IST

Colorado hiker missing for months found dead

The body of a 71-year-old hiker who went missing in August was found in the southern Colorado mountains and his dog who survived was still at his side, a rescue group said, CNN reported.

2023-11-15T14:54:14.913247+00:00 IST

Alaska’s Anchorage could see its snowiest November ever: Report

Alaska's Anchorage could see its snowiest November ever. The snowfall so far this month has already buried roads and prompted an emergency declaration, as per CNN.

2023-11-15T12:38:42.574943+00:00 IST

Climate crisis set to put more lives at risk: Report

A new report from more than 100 scientists and health practitioners has found that the climate crisis is set to put more lives at risk without bold action to phase out fossil fuels, CNN reported.

2023-11-15T12:38:10.037375+00:00 IST

Belize cuts diplomatic ties with Israel

Israel's refusal to implement a ceasefire in Gaza has resulted in the government of Belize suspending diplomatic ties with the US-backed state. Belize adds to the list of Western Hemisphere countries voicing their frustration over Israel's war conduct throughout the conflict in Gaza, CNN reports.

2023-11-15T08:50:24.514195+00:00 IST

US, UK imposes 3rd round of sanctions on Hamas

Taking coordinated action along with the United Kingdom against the Hamas entities following their October 7 onslaught, the United States Department of Treasury has imposed a third round of sanctions targeting Hamas-affiliated individuals.

2023-11-15T05:53:56.358998+00:00 IST

US: Piyush Goyal holds bilateral meetings with counterparts

On the sidelines of the IPEF (Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity), Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal attended a series of bilateral meetings aimed at deepening and finding scope for new investment opportunities in India.

2023-11-15T01:52:42.535800+00:00 IST

US House passes GOP funding bill to avoid government shutdown

Only two Democrats and 93 Republicans voted against the bill. The legislation will now advance to the Senate, where Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has indicated swift consideration.

2023-11-15T00:00:49.457133+00:00 IST

US labels Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader a ‘Global Terrorist’

Tuesday's actions were the latest penal measures taken in response to the October 7 Hamas attack against Israel, and both the designation and sanctions are intended to imped individuals' and organisations' access to resources and funding.

2023-11-14T23:26:20.407349+00:00 IST

US: Demonstrators from across country ‘March for Israel'

The event, considered the largest pro-Israel gathering in the US since October 7, prompted unprecedented security measures designated as a "Level 1" event by the Department of Homeland Security.

2023-11-14T22:58:20.512094+00:00 IST

US: Republican Senator challenges labour leader to fistfight

The confrontation unfolded during a Health, Education, Labour and Pensions Committee hearing, with committee chairman Senator Bernie Sanders attempting to mediate.

2023-11-14T22:06:21.516876+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal attends 'Clean Economy and Fair Economy' talks

Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal, who is on a four-day visit to the US, also took part in the Investors Round Table organised in collaboration with the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum and Indiaspora.

2023-11-14T21:05:46.870807+00:00 IST