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Quad leaders to hold summit in Hiroshima tomorrow: White House

"After President Biden had to postpone his trip to Australia, the Quad leaders agreed that they would hold their summit in Hiroshima to ensure that the four leaders could come together to mark the Quad's progress over the past year. So tomorrow, in addition to the G7, President Biden will participate in the third in-person Quad Leaders' meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India," read a statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.

2023-05-19T14:10:03.867027+00:00 IST

'India accords high importance to disaster risk reduction issues'

In his remarks, PK Mishra said that state and local governments in India have access to about USD 6 billion for disaster risk mitigation from 2021-2025. He stated that this comes in addition to the resource worth USD 23 billion meant for preparedness, response and recovery.

2023-05-19T09:35:22.544257+00:00 IST

Principal Secy to PM on disaster risk reduction in New York

Prime Minister's Principal Secretary on Thursday said that India gives high importance to disaster risk reduction issues.

2023-05-19T00:49:50.712862+00:00 IST

United States to unveil new sanctions on Russia at G7, says US

The main goals of the United States out of the G7 this year would be many, however, the main focus will remain on showing shared and continued support for Ukraine, the official said.

2023-05-18T22:55:49.945991+00:00 IST

Twitter, Google wins big at US Supreme Court

Social media platforms Twitter and Google registered a big win in US Supreme Court on Thursday as the court put off claims that the companies can be held accountable for the content posted on their sites, The Hill reported.

2023-05-18T20:57:23.516659+00:00 IST

"States responsible for stopping creation of disaster risks"

Mishra was addressing the India-Japan side event on 'The Roles of States for Promoting Investments in Disaster Risk Reduction Towards Resilient and Sustainable Future'.

2023-05-18T17:53:08.064543+00:00 IST

Biden, Kishida address efforts to bolster economic cooperation

"They also addressed efforts to bolster economic cooperation, including through negotiations on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), the promotion of clean and secure energy, and the establishment of diverse and resilient critical minerals supply chains," the White House statement read.

2023-05-18T15:43:07.677308+00:00 IST

'Russia's invasion of Ukraine will be significant topic'

The US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has said that as the war in Kyiv continues to get intense, Russia's invasion of Ukraine will be a significant topic of conversation during the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan.

2023-05-18T01:56:39.861252+00:00 IST

Montana becomes first US state to ban TikTok completely

Amid a surge in security concerns, Montana has become the first US state to put a complete ban on video-sharing social networking app TikTok.

2023-05-18T01:27:01.563741+00:00 IST

US approves extradition of 26/11 attack accused Rana to India

Rana was arrested in the US on an extradition request by India for his role in these attacks in which 10 Pakistani terrorists laid a more than 60-hour siege, attacking and killing over 160 people, including six Americans, at iconic and vital locations of Mumbai.

2023-05-18T00:09:13.033543+00:00 IST

US Congresswoman calls for giving 'Documented Dreamers' chance

US Congresswoman Deborah Ross on Wednesday called for addressing flaws in the immigration system and giving 'Documented Dreamers' a chance to stay in the country.

2023-05-17T18:03:27.772664+00:00 IST

Biden meets Congressional leadership over debt ceiling

"This afternoon, President Biden hosted Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Speaker McCarthy, and Leader Jeffries in the Oval Office for a productive and direct meeting about the need to ensure America does not default on its debt for the first time in our history, and on a budget agreement that can reach his desk," read the White House press release.

2023-05-17T00:30:05.196111+00:00 IST

US convoy vehicle attacked in Nigeria, no US citizens hurt

"I just got informed about that here before coming out. It does look like a US convoy of vehicles was attacked. What I can tell you is that no US citizens were involved and therefore there were no US citizens hurt," National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said during a White House press briefing.

2023-05-16T21:24:51.016372+00:00 IST

Biden to skip Papua New Guinea, Australia trip

John Kirby, the White House national security spokesperson, said that Biden would depart for Japan on Wednesday as scheduled but a subsequent stop in Australia is being re-evaluated.

2023-05-16T21:00:06.210642+00:00 IST

"Afghanistan remains one of world's worst humanitarian disasters"

The organization in a statement said two-thirds of Afghanistan's population is food insecure, including 875,000 children facing acute malnutrition and women and girls remain at most risk.

2023-05-16T17:40:37.627931+00:00 IST

Campaign for Uyghurs appreciates Antony Blinken

"CFU greatly appreciates @SecBlinken for acknowledging the work we have been doing to expose #China's war on Islam and genocide against #Uyghurs. We will continue to defend the human rights of Uyghurs," Campaign for Uyghurs tweeted on Tuesday.

2023-05-16T11:20:07.049302+00:00 IST

US teen kills 3 in New Mexico before police shoot him dead

Police said that several people, including two cops, were also wounded by the teen gunman who went on a shooting spree on Monday in a residential area of Farmington, New Mexico, according to Al Jazeera.

2023-05-16T05:49:52.303552+00:00 IST

PM Trudeau visits military personnel battling Alberta wildfire

According to the Alberta government, Canadian soldiers were already dispatched last week and more Canadian troops are expected to join the operation to assist with firefighting and recovery activities in the coming days.

2023-05-16T03:36:30.580798+00:00 IST

US religious freedom report alleges violations in China, Iran

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that most oppressive nations around the world are growing even more dire. "Governments in many parts of the world continue to target religious minorities using a host of methods, including torture, beatings, unlawful surveillance, and so-called re-education camps," he said.

2023-05-16T01:33:39.782400+00:00 IST

"We have communicated with China," Pentagon on supply of weapons

"We have communicated with China about the negative consequences of providing lethal support to Russia. Not only it would extend the duration of Russia's illegal occupation of Ukraine and result in thousands of innocent killed in Ukraine and will surely put them in camps of countries that are looking to eliminate Ukraine as a nation," said Pentagon press secretary Pat Ryder.

2023-05-16T00:37:06.134649+00:00 IST

US: 3 killed, 2 officers wounded in New Mexico shooting

The shooting was reported shortly after 11 am. in the area of Brookside Park, and all city schools were placed on what officials called "preventative lockdown." Three nearby schools remained on emergency lockdown.

2023-05-15T23:14:30.354155+00:00 IST