Gotta pay for it: Trump threatens to use ‘economic force’ to make Canada 51st state; Trudeau reacts
US President-elect Donald Trump has proposed the idea of using “economic force” to merge Canada and the United States, creating what he frequently refers to as the “51st state.” He cited reasons such as military assistance provided by the US and trade deficits
When Indo-Canadian Mehra conducts poll for Trudeau successor, Anand may emerge as compromise candidate
When Liberal Party President Sachit Mehra conducts the election for the successor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, another Indo-Canadian may emerge as the compromise candidate to lead the nation. As he announced his decision to step down, Trudeau did not name a successor
DoJ’s selective probe of Adani officials can derail India ties: US Congressman Lance Gooden
Lance Gooden, a Republican lawmaker from the US state of Texas, has criticized the Joe Biden Administration’s probe of senior Adani Group officials, warning that it could derail US-India ties and economic growth. In a letter to US Attorney General Merrick B. Garland,
Two Indian Americans elected to Virginia state legislatures
Two Indian Americans were elected in special elections to Virginia’s legislatures, ensuring the Democratic Party retains its slender majority despite the national Trump wave in last year’s election. Kannan Srinivasan was elected to the State Senate, and J.J. Singh to the State House
Winter storm: at least 4 dead as heavy snow and ice create dire travel conditions
A powerful winter storm has left at least four people dead as heavy snow and ice created hazardous travel conditions across multiple states in the U.S. over the weekend. The storm, which began to intensify on Friday, blanketed parts of the Midwest, Northeast,
Trump calls for US-Canada “merger”, hours after Trudeau resignation
Former US President Donald Trump stirred controversy on Monday by calling for a “merger” between the United States and Canada, just hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation. Trump, speaking at a rally in Florida, said that the merger would
First major US winter storm of year hammers Mid-Atlantic states
The first major winter storm of the year has slammed into the US Mid-Atlantic region, causing widespread disruptions across several states. The storm, which brought heavy snow, freezing rain, and strong winds, has led to power outages, hazardous travel conditions, and school closures.
Powerful earthquake kills nearly 100 in Tibet, rattles Nepal
A powerful earthquake struck Tibet on Monday, killing nearly 100 people and causing widespread damage, according to local officials. The tremor, which also rattled neighboring Nepal, measured 7.1 on the Richter scale, triggering panic and leading to the collapse of buildings and infrastructure
Maha govt sets up task force after two HMPV cases in Nagpur
Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) – Two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) were detected in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Tuesday. Officials confirmed that both patients, a 13-year-old girl and a 7-year-old girl, were in stable condition after testing positive for the virus. The children had
Ahead of polls, AAP’s freebie spree to save Kejriwal in Delhi
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is facing mounting pressure after several leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, were arrested in corruption cases, is attempting to woo Delhiites with various promises. From playing religious cards to offering welfare schemes for women and
RBI purchased another 8 tonnes of gold in Nov as safe-haven asset
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bought another eight tonnes of gold in November 2024 as central banks around the world continued their buying spree, with a collective purchase of 53 tonnes of the precious metal during the month, according to the latest
PM Modi receives letter from President Biden, affirms commitment to solidify India-US partnership
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership has reached new heights, particularly in technology, defence, space, biotechnology, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). PM Modi made these remarks after meeting with outgoing
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Bhubaneswar to attend Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Bhubaneswar on Monday for a five-day visit to Odisha to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, which will be held here from January 8 to 10. Jaishankar was welcomed at the Bhubaneswar airport by Chief Minister
Justin Trudeau to step down as Canadian Prime Minister
Justin Trudeau on Monday announced that he will step down as the Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal leader once his party has chosen a new leader. Trudeau, who has been the leader of the Liberal Party since 2013 and has served as the
US Congress to certify Trump winner of 2024 election
The US Congress on Monday will certify President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the November 2024 election, peacefully wrapping up a ritual his supporters had tried to prevent in 2021 in the misleading belief that he had been cheated of a win. Vice President
Trudeau ending 11-year Canadian leadership marred by confrontation with India
Justin Trudeau is ending his 11-year leadership role, including nine years as Canada’s Prime Minister, that was marred by his confrontation with India and deference to Khalistanis. He announced on Monday that he will step down as Prime Minister and the leader of
Lebanese PM raises ceasefire violations as US reaffirms Israeli withdrawal
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati demanded that Israel halt its violations of the ceasefire agreement as Israeli forces continued their withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Mikati on Monday reiterated “the demand to stop the Israeli security violations of the ceasefire, the ongoing attacks on
US-Canada together would be ‘great nation,’ says Trump as Trudeau announces resignation
US President-elect Donald Trump reignited his proposal to make Canada the “51st state of the United States” hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation. In a dramatic turn of events, Trudeau revealed the end of his 11-year leadership tenure and
Delhi emerging as global model for sustainable public transport: CM Atishi on RRTS
Delhi is rapidly becoming a global model for sustainable and efficient public transport, thanks to the introduction of transformative projects like the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and significant expansions in metro connectivity, according to Chief Minister Atishi. In an exclusive interview, Atishi
PM Modi leverages Pravasi Bharatiya Divas to boost India’s global profile through tourism and diaspora engagement
Under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has made significant progress in strengthening its global position. His initiatives to boost tourism, deepen cultural exchanges, and engage the Indian diaspora have been crucial in this journey. One of the landmark achievements