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Trump signs executive order launching US-wide drug recovery initiative
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking from the Oval Office alongside Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump said the initiative would bring together efforts across federal, state and local governments as well as the private sector.
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"Don't know where 'Bharat' is becoming 'Viksit": Karnataka Minister Sudhak
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to the media, Sudhakar alleged that the Centre repeatedly announces new programmes in the name of cooperative federalism but later unilaterally decides funding shares and fails to reimburse states, leaving their finances in a grim condition.
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Texas launches broad probe into alleged H-1B visa abuse by North Texas fir
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The investigation, revealed in a statement issued January 28, signals an escalation in the state's scrutiny of companies suspected of exploiting the federal visa system.
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US Fed keeps interest rates unchanged at 3.5-3.75% amid low job gains and
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The US Federal Reserve, in its latest policy meeting held on January 27-28, decided to keep its key benchmark interest rates unchanged at 3.5 to 3.75 per cent, citing low job gains, signs of stabilisation in the labour market, and inflation that remains somewhat elevated.
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Trump-appointed acting cyber chief uploaded sensitive files to public vers
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The acting head of US cybersecurity agency CISA uploaded sensitive "for official use only" documents to ChatGPT, triggering security alerts. DHS launched a review as officials examined potential risks. CISA said the access was approved briefly, but the incident has added to controversies
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One person shot after opening fire on US Border Patrol agents in Arizona
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
A suspected human trafficker was shot and injured after firing at US Border Patrol agents and a federal helicopter during a chase near Arizona's border. The suspect is hospitalised in serious condition. No agents were hurt. Federal authorities are investigating the incident.
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"If Canada wants to be an energy superpower, we need to be trading with In
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
In a post on X, Hodgson said his ongoing visit to India marked a "trip of firsts", including Canada's first-ever federal ministerial presence at India Energy Week and the first Canada-India energy dialogue in eight years.
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"India-EU technology, defence deal brings both sides closer amid complex g
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that the signing of the technology and defence partnership between India and the European Union marks a significant step in bringing the two sides closer amid a complex global environment.
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Trump sends agent to Minneapolis as protesters rage through the town
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
After United States federal agents shot another individual in Minneapolis during an ongoing immigration enforcement drive, triggering widespread protests and renewed demands for President Donald Trump to withdraw heavily armed federal personnel from the city, Trump is now sending an agent na
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White House distances Trump from "domestic terrorist" label as ICE shootin
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The White House denied Trump called Alex Pretti a "domestic terrorist" as he spoke with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz after deadly ICE encounters. Protests, legal challenges and political backlash followed the deaths of Pretti and Renee Good, with Democrats warning of funding blocks unless
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White House backs deportation campaign despite backlash after Minneapolis
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking at a White House press briefing, Leavitt said the policy has widespread backing, stating, "Americans overwhelmingly want exactly what President Trump is delivering: strong borders and strict immigration enforcement against the worst illegal aliens," adding that "polling shows hug
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White House says FBI, DHS probing Minneapolis shooting as CBP launches int
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are conducting inquiries into Pretti's death, while Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is also carrying out an internal review. She told reporters that Saturday's shooting "remains und
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