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US Treasury Secretary-designate criticises China's economic practices, pro
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
During the Senate confirmation hearings, US Treasury Secretary-designate Scott Bessent called China an "unbalanced economy," and described the nation as being in a "severe recession."
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US Senator Tom Cotton calls for repeal of China's permanent normal trade r
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Tom's statement came as part of a broader effort to hold China accountable for its aggressive economic and geopolitical tactics.
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National Sheriffs' Association backs Kash Patel for FBI Director
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) has endorsed Kash Patel as the director of the FBI in a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee leaders that also railed against the state of law enforcement under the Biden administration.
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Trump urges Republicans to 'be smart and tough' against Senate Democrats'
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
US President-Elect Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Senate Democrats of attempting to delay the confirmation process of Republican nominees, urging his party to be "smart" and "tough" in countering their efforts.
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US Congress approves spending extension, avoiding shutdown
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The US Senate passed a spending measure early on Saturday, preventing a government shutdown and ensuring funding through mid-March. The bill, which includes disaster relief and farm aid, was signed by President Biden after clearing the House. The legislation delays major fiscal decisions
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VC appointments: SFI protests against Kerala Governor; breaches security,
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The incident took place after Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, who also serves as the Chancellor of the university, participated in an international Sanskrit seminar titled "Global Issues and the Sanskrit Knowledge System", in the Senate Hall of the university's Palayam campus.
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Senate showdown: Nepal's Ruling, Opposition parties clash over Tribhuvan U
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Tensions between the ruling CPN-UML and opposition CPN (Maoist Centre) escalated during a Tribhuvan University senate meeting over Vice-Chancellor Keshar Jung Baral's merit-based appointments for deans and campus chiefs. While the UML criticised Baral's approach as politically motivated, the
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Donald Trump nominates 'hawkish' former Senator as Ambassador to China
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
As a member of the Senate from 2015 to 2021, Perdue took a tough stance on China that has become a hallmark of the Republican Party, as reported by Al Jazeera.
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Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's Attorney General nominee amid controversie
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Matt Gaetz announced he was stepping down as President-elect Trump's nominee for attorney general, citing concerns over the distraction his nomination had become amid ongoing investigations into his alleged misconduct. Gaetz's decision was met with both support and relief from Senate Repu
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Trump doubles down on Matt Gaetz' Attorney General nomination despite Sena
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
US President-elect Donald Trump is pressing forward with his nomination of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, despite significant resistance on Capitol Hill. Gaetz's confirmation faces hurdles due to controversies over past misconduct allegations and limited legal experience. The move has spark
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Trump picks Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota as the new Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Burgum, a former Microsoft executive, will oversee public lands and natural resources.
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Vivek Ramaswamy to withdraw from Ohio Senate nomination after appointment
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Following his appointment to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on Tuesday for the Trump Administration, along with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy has said that he will be withdrawing his nomination from the Senate appointment in Ohio.
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