Israeli PM appoints new ambassador to US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to appoint Yechiel Leiter as Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, according to a statement issued by Netanyahu’s office. Leiter, 65, has served in senior public service positions in Israel, including as the deputy director-general of
Won’t allow Maha to become ATM for Mahaghotalebaaj: PM Modi’s jibe at MVA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the BJP-led Mahayuti will not allow Maharashtra to become an ATM for the ‘Mahaghotalebaaj’ (most corrupt) people of the Maha Vikas Aghadi. He claimed that the entire nation knows that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)
Every rupee collected is accounted for so it doesn’t get frittered away: FM Sitharaman
The government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accounts for every rupee collected so that it doesn’t get frittered away and common people benefit from the work it is doing, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said here on Saturday. Addressing students at an event,
Trump doubles down on mass deportation of illegals, but says he wants immigrants
While reaffirming his campaign stance of deporting illegal migrants, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said he still wants immigrants to enter the country legally. “We obviously have to make the border strong and powerful, and at the same time, we want people to come
Analysis: New chapter for US-China ties? Trump’s victory raises questions for global relations
By: Nikita Sharma Chinese President Xi Jinping offered a measured response to Donald Trump’s return to the White House, emphasizing the importance of finding ways for the U.S. and China to “get along” amid the tumultuous backdrop of their long-standing rivalry. In his
Donald Trump secures a triumphant return: Historic victory signals major transformation for America
In a remarkable political comeback, President-elect Donald Trump has clinched a sweeping victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, reclaiming the White House with a robust mandate. Trump’s decisive win in key battleground states and his expanded support across the nation—securing 295 Electoral
National anti-terror policy, strategy to be unveiled soon: HM Shah
The Union government will soon release a national policy and strategy to counter terrorism, which will help demolish the entire terror ecosystem, said Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday, reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slogan of “zero tolerance for terrorism.” Speaking at the
Meloni speaks with ‘friend’ Elon Musk after congratulating Trump on election win
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Thursday spoke with American billionaire businessman Elon Musk – the founder of SpaceX and Tesla who also owns X – after Donald Trump’s re-election as President of the United States. Musk had aggressively campaigned for the Republican
Biden congratulates Trump, offers to work on ‘smooth transition’
President Joe Biden has congratulated his predecessor Donald Trump on his election and offered to work for a “smooth transition.” “President Biden expressed his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition and emphasized the importance of working to bring the country together,” the White
Melania expresses optimism about US’ future after husband Donald Trump’s win
After her husband Donald Trump was elected the president of the US for a second time, Melania Trump on Thursday expressed optimism about the country’s future. Taking to social media platform X, Melania posted that Americans had entrusted them (she and her husband)
Harris congratulates Trump, assures him of peaceful transfer of power (Ld)
US Vice President Kamala Harris said on Wednesday that she had spoken to President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him and also assured him, “we will engage in a peaceful transfer of power.” Harris, who lost comprehensively to Trump, also delivered a delayed concession
UN chief Guterres congratulates Trump, offers to work ‘constructively’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has congratulated Donald Trump, a critic of the world organization’s work, on his re-election as President of the United States and said the UN was ready to “work constructively” with his administration. “I reaffirm my belief that the cooperation
Congratulations, President Trump: A triumph of resilience and vision.
In a remarkable political comeback, Donald J. Trump has secured a second term as the 47th President of the United States. His victory marks a historic moment in American political history, as he becomes only the second president in U.S. history to reclaim
Trump’s election win: Implications for US-India relations and global strategy
Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election could have significant implications for India, particularly in the areas of trade, defense, and foreign policy. During his previous tenure, Trump focused on strengthening the US-India relationship, emphasizing shared democratic values, counterterrorism cooperation, and a
World leaders congratulate Donald Trump on ‘historic’ presidential victory
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, leaders around the world extended their congratulations, commending him on a “historic” achievement. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were among the first to offer their support to Trump.
Trump triumphs over odds to win White House in historic comeback
Donald John Trump made a phenomenal comeback on Wednesday, beating back a conviction, three indictments, two assassination attempts, two impeachments, and continuous assault by most of the mainstream media to reclaim the White House. “We made history,” declared Trump, who will become the
VP Harris will not address supporters, says campaign co-chair Richmond
Kamala Harris’ campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond announced on Wednesday morning that the Vice President would not address supporters as the campaign awaited additional election results. The campaign had been awaiting critical election results, with Harris’ path to the presidency becoming increasingly unclear. Richmond’s
How are US polls conducted? Will Trump win again or will Harris script history?
The 2024 US presidential election has emerged as a fierce contest between current Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. This election has seen significant voter turnout and engagement, marked by intense events like voting issues, assassination attempts, and legal challenges.
Trump ahead with 95 electoral votes, Harris at 35
Former US President Donald Trump has secured 95 electoral college votes, and Vice President Kamala Harris has 35, according to projections by the Associated Press. The projections are from predictably partisan states that have historically voted either Democratic or Republican. They did not
EAM Jaishankar says US to be more isolationist irrespective of who wins election
India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said on Wednesday that the US is likely to become more isolationist, irrespective of who becomes the country’s next president. Speaking at an event in Canberra while Americans were still casting votes, EAM Jaishankar said the