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US borders "are not open" as migration rules change: Official

Hundreds of migrants arrived in Ciudad Juarez to cross the border into the United States before the Title 42 policy, which allows for the immediate expulsion of irregular migrants entering the country, comes to an end. Those found to have entered the country illegally could face a five-year ban on re-entry.

2023-05-12T00:13:59.883959+00:00 IST

"We have an important partnership with India," US Dept of State on PM Modi's upcoming visit

"We very much look forward to hosting PM Modi and members of the Indian Government We have an important partnership with India and we look forward to continuing to take steps to deepen that. This state visit will be an immense opportunity to talk about a number of shared priorities," said Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State.

2023-05-11T23:07:43.019334+00:00 IST

Google I/O 2023: From AI-powered search to Pixel Fold

In its annual developer conference, Google I/O, Google introduced AI-powered search with a new generative search experience and also launched the next-generation model, PaLM 2 on Wednesday (Local Time).

2023-05-11T14:15:40.627810+00:00 IST

Mexican authorities seizing packages containing fentanyl

According to NTD, the packages mainly contain the precursor chemicals used to make the synthetic opioid. Those that aren't seized could be made into pills and smuggled into the US through the Southern border.

2023-05-11T10:30:51.167266+00:00 IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters hold protest in Washington

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters held a protest outside Pakistan Embassy in Washington against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest. The protesters called for the release of Imran Khan and even raised slogans against Chief Justice and army generals.

2023-05-11T02:31:56.280375+00:00 IST

PM Modi's visit to US to affirm "close partnership": White House

She said that the two leaders will highlight the shared commitment of the two nations to a free, open, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific. White House Press Secretary said that Biden and PM Modi will discuss ways to further expand educational and people-to-people ties.

2023-05-10T21:20:33.451732+00:00 IST

India Semiconductor Mission signs MoU with Purdue University

Union Minister of Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, who is in the US, informed that the Indian Semiconductor Mission signed an MoU with Purdue University for capacity building, research and development, and industry participation.

2023-05-10T19:08:24.410207+00:00 IST

Donald Trump found liable in E Jean Carroll case for defamation

Former US President Donald Trump is found responsible by a Manhattan federal court jury for sexually assaulting magazine writer E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s and then defaming her.

2023-05-10T16:51:07.610783+00:00 IST

US President, First Lady to host PM Modi next month

According to the statement, "President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi of the Republic of India for an Official State Visit to the United States, which will include a state dinner, on June 22, 2023."

2023-05-10T13:28:44.645345+00:00 IST

Imran Khan arrest: Protest outside US residence of Pak envoy

Protests were seen in cities including Washington, New York, and Chicago. On Tuesday evening, supporters of Imran Khan gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission in London to protest against his arrest.

2023-05-10T04:15:43.101047+00:00 IST

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Sundar Pichai meet at Google Headquarters

Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday met Google CEO Sundar Pichai at Google Headquarters and held a discussion on India Stack and Make in India program.

2023-05-10T00:54:25.704676+00:00 IST

US reacts to chaos in Pakistan after Imran Khan's arrest

In his tweet, Congressman Sherman emphasized America's dedication to democracy, the rule of law in Pakistan, US support for human rights and free speech worldwide.

2023-05-09T22:54:04.909038+00:00 IST

US calls for respect for democratic principles: WH on Imran

Reacting to the arrest of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that the United States does not have a stance on one political candidate or party and called for respect for democratic principles.

2023-05-09T20:18:46.222613+00:00 IST

US announces new military aid of USD 1.2 billion for Ukraine

The package underscores the continued US commitment to Ukraine "by committing critical near-term capabilities, such as air defence systems and munitions, while also building the capacity of Ukraine's armed forces to defend its territory and deter Russian aggression over the long term," added the statement.

2023-05-09T17:53:00.942399+00:00 IST

India, Canada look forward to enhance collaboration: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal attended a dinner hosted by his Canadian counterpart Mary Ng in Ottawa on Tuesday.

2023-05-09T09:05:28.309088+00:00 IST

Florida signs into law anti-China measures

The legislation prohibits land purchases by the CCP, blocks access to CCP-linked apps on government and educational institution servers and devices, and prevents the CCP from influencing Florida's education system.

2023-05-09T05:10:04.156635+00:00 IST

207 shootings in US in 2023, as of May 7

Mass shootings in the US are being tracked by CNN using data from the Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit group formed in 2013 to track gun-related violence.

2023-05-09T04:48:51.401615+00:00 IST

Michael McCaul threatens to hold Blinken in contempt of Congress

The letter comes after McCaul subpoenaed Blinken in March for a dissent cable written by US diplomats in Kabul criticizing the Biden administration's plans to withdraw troops in 2021.

2023-05-09T01:21:21.685417+00:00 IST

US: One person injured in shooting at Las Vegas School

One person was injured in a shooting at Von Tobel Middle School in Las Vegas, US, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police said on Monday (local time).

2023-05-08T21:09:22.375830+00:00 IST

Texas: Consulate Gen of India condoles to family of Thatikonda

"We express our deep condolences to the family of Ms Aishwarya Thatikonda who died in the tragic shooting incident in Allen, Texas on May 6. We are in touch with the family of the deceased as well as the local authorities. Our officers are on the ground to render all possible assistance. We are closely monitoring the situation," the Consulate General of India in Houston tweeted.

2023-05-08T17:46:12.432370+00:00 IST