Trump’s backing of H-1B visas sparks GOP backlash and renews debate over skilled immigration
A national debate over skilled-worker visas has intensified after U.S. President Donald Trump publicly defended the H-1B programme, prompting strong opposition from several Republican lawmakers and conservative commentators. While critics argue the visas displace American workers, leading economists, policy researchers, and immigration lawyers
EAM Jaishankar meets Indian envoys in New York, reviews India–US cooperation and diaspora engagement
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar chaired a high-level conference of Indian Consul Generals in New York on Friday, bringing together senior diplomats from across the United States to assess the progress of India–US relations and review outreach to the Indian diaspora. The meeting
Trump lifts tariffs on key food imports; Indian mango, tea and spice exporters poised to gain
U.S. President Donald Trump has rolled back tariffs on a range of food imports in an effort to address rising grocery prices—an issue that has become increasingly influential in American politics. The move is expected to benefit several Indian export categories, including mangoes,
Bruce Leon launches ‘Hindus for Bruce Coalition’ on Devon Avenue, secures key PAC endorsement
Bruce Leon, candidate for U.S. Congress in Illinois’ 9th District, formally launched his Hindus for Bruce Coalition on Monday evening at Uru Swati Restaurant on Chicago’s iconic Devon Avenue, signaling strong support from the Indian American and Hindu communities. The event brought together business owners,
EAM Jaishankar meets UN chief Guterres, thanks him for supporting India’s growth
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York, expressing gratitude for his consistent support for India’s growth and development. Jaishankar also appreciated Guterres’ assessment of the global order and his perspectives on key regional issues, adding that
US moves to partially remove tariffs on four Latin American nations under new trade frameworks
The U.S. administration has announced that it has reached preliminary bilateral trade frameworks with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador, paving the way for a partial rollback of reciprocal tariffs introduced earlier this year. The White House confirmed the development on Thursday, signaling
South Korea signals openness to revising nuclear pact with U.S. as talks advance on enrichment, reprocessing rights
South Korea is preparing for the possibility of revising its decades-old nuclear cooperation pact with the United States as both countries deepen consultations on expanding Seoul’s rights to enrich uranium and reprocess spent nuclear fuel for civilian purposes. The indication came from First
Businessman Bruce Leon enters race to restore balance and accountability in Chicago politics
Interview conducted by Dr. Avi Verma, Publisher of IndoUS Tribune. As longtime Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky steps down after nearly 25 years representing Illinois’ 9th Congressional District, the race to succeed her is heating up. Among the contenders is Bruce Leon, a fifth-generation Chicagoan,
Longest U.S. government shutdown ends as Trump signs funding bill
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history officially ended on Wednesday after President Donald Trump signed legislation passed by Congress to temporarily fund federal operations and bring an end to the 42-day standoff between Republicans and Democrats. The House of Representatives approved the
India, Canada hold trade talks to deepen economic partnership and boost investments
India and Canada have reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties as Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Canada’s Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu co-chaired the 7th India-Canada Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment (MDTI) held in
India and Hungary hold talks to boost bilateral ties, push for early conclusion of India-EU trade pact
India and Hungary have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation and strengthen their strategic engagement within the India-European Union (EU) framework. The two nations discussed ways to advance their partnership, enhance economic and political collaboration, and accelerate the early conclusion of the
Government shutdown ends but leaves deep pain across America
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has finally ended, but its impact on millions of Americans remains severe. While both parties agreed to reopen the government under a temporary deal, neither Democrats nor Republicans achieved their key objectives — and ordinary citizens
Trump urges Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu amid ongoing corruption trial
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump urging him to consider granting a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Herzog’s office confirmed on Wednesday, marking an unprecedented diplomatic move that intertwines U.S. politics with Israel’s judicial affairs.
Red Fort blast: Union Cabinet orders urgent probe to identify terror perpetrators
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has directed security and investigative agencies to pursue the Red Fort blast case with “utmost urgency and professionalism” to ensure that the perpetrators, collaborators, and sponsors behind the terror attack are swiftly brought to
India, Chile agree to expand cooperation in trade, health, and defence
India and Chile have agreed to deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including trade, investment, health, pharmaceuticals, defence, and renewable energy, during the 9th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held in Santiago. The talks, co-chaired by P. Kumaran, Secretary (East)
India, Cuba sign key agreements on legal cooperation and cultural exchange
In a major step toward enhancing bilateral relations, India and Cuba have signed a series of landmark agreements in Havana, including a Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters and a Protocol on Cultural Exchange and Cooperation (2025–2030). The agreements were inked
PM Modi meets Bhutan’s Fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck in Thimphu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Fourth Druk Gyalpo of Bhutan, in Thimphu, as part of his two-day visit to the Himalayan kingdom aimed at deepening bilateral relations and reaffirming India’s commitment to its Neighbourhood First Policy. Following
EAM Jaishankar, Canadian FM Anita Anand review New Roadmap 2025 to strengthen bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Niagara, Canada, where they reviewed the progress made under the New Roadmap 2025 aimed at strengthening India–Canada relations
PM Modi inaugurates Kalachakra ‘Wheel of Time’ in Bhutan in presence of King Jigme Khesar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the second day of his visit to Bhutan, inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra ‘Wheel of Time’, marking the beginning of the Kalachakra Empowerment ceremony as part of the ongoing Global Peace Prayer Festival in Thimphu. The ceremony, held at
EAM Jaishankar meets global leaders at G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Canada
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of key bilateral meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Niagara, Canada, underscoring India’s growing diplomatic engagement and its role as a bridge between the Global North and