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Ro Khanna, Rich McCormick to chair India's Caucus in US Congress
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna and Republican Lawmaker Rich McCormick will co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans in the US House of Representatives in the new Congress, according to an official release.
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US lawmakers push bill to revoke China's trade privileges
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduced legislation to revoke China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR), aiming to impose tariffs on non-strategic and strategic goods and address unfair trade practices, while enhancing national security and supporting US manufacturing.
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Italy defends deportation of Libyan war crimes suspect amid controversy
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Italy has defended its decision to deport Libyan war crimes suspect Osama Elmasry Njeem, citing his "social dangerousness." Despite an ICC arrest warrant, Njeem was released by an Italian court due to procedural issues and swiftly repatriated to Libya. The ICC has criticised the move, while
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TikTok plans US shutdown amid looming ban by legislators
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
TikTok is preparing to shut down its operations in the United States this Sunday if a planned ban by lawmakers goes ahead, Al Jazeera reported.
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Israeli lawmakers split on ceasefire deal, hostage release terms
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Knesset members were divided over an emerging ceasefire and hostage agreement with Hamas on Tuesday. Supporters insisted it was necessary to bring the captives home as soon as possible while critics said the deal threatened Israeli security.
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US lawmakers call for DED programme extension for Hong Kong residents amid
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), along with other officials sent a letter to President Joe Biden on Tuesday, urging the extension of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) programme for Hong Kong residents.
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US officials seek new rules to prevent Biotech technology from reaching Ch
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
US lawmakers and industry leaders are calling for stricter export control regulations to prevent US biopharmaceutical companies from collaborating with China's military on biotechnology initiatives.
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US Congress certifies Donald Trump's 2024 election win
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Trump's election victory was certified ahead of his inauguration with no objections from any lawmakers as the tally of states was announced on the House floor. Donald Trump won 312 electoral votes while Harris got 226 votes, a total that was confirmed during the certification on Monday, m
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Lawmakers demand answers after China-backed hackers breach US Treasury
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
A recent breach of the US Treasury Department, attributed to China-backed hackers, has sparked alarm among lawmakers. The breach, which involved a third-party software provider, compromised unclassified documents and workstations. Senators have called for a briefing within eight days, while
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Tibetan Parliament in-exile condemns China over sanctions against Canada's
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The Tibetan lawmakers in exile have criticised China for imposing sanctions against two civil society organisations and 20 individuals associated with the organisations in Canada. The sanctions target the Uyghur rights advocacy project, the Canada Tibet Committee and 20 individuals associate
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US Lawmakers move to restrict investments in China citing security concern
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The bill, named the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security (COINS) Act, seeks to protect American savings and retirement funds while cutting off financial support to sectors critical to China's national security and economy.
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Taiwan: Legislature proposes law against forced organ harvesting
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Taiwanese lawmakers have proposed a bill to tackle forced organ harvesting, a growing crime globally, particularly in China. The bill suggests severe penalties, including life imprisonment and the death penalty, for those involved. It also includes measures to protect whistle-blowers and pre
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