Donald Trump’s Attempt to Transfer New York Hush Money Case to Federal Court Fails
A US judge has ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot move his New York hush money case to federal court, a decision that likely prevents any delay of his sentencing scheduled for September 18 until after the November presidential election. US District
Amid Erosion of UNSC Role, Slovenia Advocates for Expanding the UNSC
Slovenia has expressed its support for expanding the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in response to concerns about the council’s diminishing effectiveness. The move aims to address the evolving geopolitical landscape and enhance the UNSC’s capacity to address global challenges more comprehensively. With
U.S. has charged Hamas leaders in connection with the October 7 massacre in Israel and other acts of terrorism.
Yahya Sinwar, the political chief of Hamas, has been charged in connection with the attacks that led to the deaths of at least 43 Americans. Additionally, five other senior Hamas leaders face charges related to these incidents. Federal prosecutors have charged Yahya Sinwar,
PM Modi Begins 3-Day Visit to Brunei and Singapore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day official visit to Brunei Darussalam and Singapore, starting September 3. His visit to Brunei Darussalam, where he is the first-ever Indian Prime Minister to make a bilateral visit, will run from September 3-4 at
Kamala Harris Team Declares Themselves ‘Clear Underdogs’ and Trump as ‘Formidable’
In a strategic move to manage expectations and rally Democratic supporters, US Vice-President Kamala Harris’s campaign team has labeled themselves as the “clear underdogs” in a memo released on Sunday. The team emphasized that the 2024 presidential race will likely be decided by
Trump says getting along with Kim Jong-un is ‘good thing’
Washington, Aug 31 – US presidential candidate Donald Trump said that “getting along” with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is a “good thing,” after his Democratic rival Kamala Harris vowed not to “cosy up to” dictators like Kim. During a campaign rally in
Harris defends policy reversals saying her ‘values have not changed’
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar Vice President Kamala Harris, who is also a Democratic presidential candidate, defended her shifting positions on several key issues, asserting that her core values have not changed.
High demand for tickets to PM Modi’s New York reception overwhelms venue capacity
The Indian diaspora and Americans nationwide are showing overwhelming interest in attending the community reception for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York, surpassing the venue’s capacity. Avinash Gupta, President of the tri-state chapter of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), noted, “There
Clamour from across US to join PM Modi’s New York reception overwhelms venue capacity
New York, Aug 29 – The Indian diaspora and Americans from across the country are clamouring to join the community reception for Prime Minister Narendra Modi overwhelming the New York venue’s capacity, according to the event’s organisers. “There is a huge level of
Trump, Harris agree to mute mics for Sep 10 debate
Washington, Aug 28 – Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he has “reached an agreement” to have closed microphones at the September 10 debate with Democratic rival Kamala Harris, noting that “the rules will be the same as the last
First Jan 6 rioter to breach US Capitol jailed for more than 4 years
Washington, Aug 28 – A Kentucky man, who was the first rioter to enter the US Capitol, on January 6, 2021, in an attempt to stop the official certification of the US presidential election has been sentenced to more than four years in
UN chief condemns attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan
United Nations, Aug 27 – UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned the attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, his spokesman said. “The Secretary-General strongly condemns the 26 August attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province,” said Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the UN Chief, at a daily
Former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard endorses Trump for 2024 presidential race
Michigan, Aug 27 – Former US Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party in 2022, officially announced her endorsement of former President Donald Trump on Monday in the upcoming presidential polls in November, media reported. Gabbard, who has become a regular presence
US welcomes PM Modi’s Ukraine visit, says can be helpful in ending conflict
Washington, Aug 24 – The US has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine, saying it can be helpful if it facilitates ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. “India is a strong partner for the United States, and the Prime Minister is as
Rajnath Singh, Lloyd Austin discuss deeper ties in support of free, open Indo-Pacific (Ld)
Washington, Aug 24 – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his American counterpart Lloyd Austin on Friday discussed “ongoing efforts to deepen the Major Defense Partnership between the United States and India in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region”, according to a
Kennedy quits US presidential race, backs Trump
Washington, Aug 24 – Independent US presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr has announced that he is suspending his campaign and is supporting former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump. Kennedy, who belongs to one of the most-known American families in politics, said
US Fed Chair Powell says ‘time has come’ for policy adjustment, hints at rate cut
Washington, Aug 24 – US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has said that “the time has come” for a monetary policy adjustment, in yet another indication that the central bank might begin much-anticipated interest rate cuts next month. Powell made the remarks on
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Washington to strengthen India-US ties
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Washington on Thursday evening for a four-day visit at the invitation of US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin. Singh’s visit aims to bolster the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes key meetings with US Secretary of
India, US enter into Security of Supply Arrangement
India and the United States have officially established a non-binding Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA), a significant bilateral agreement designed to ensure the availability of critical industrial resources in times of supply chain disruptions. This arrangement, announced by the Pentagon, will facilitate the
PM Modi arrives in Kyiv on landmark visit, to discuss Russia-Ukraine conflict with Zelensky
Kyiv, Aug 23 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in war-torn Ukraine on Friday at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to push for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The visit is significant as it marks the first time