Jaishankar, Rubio to meet in New York as H-1B visa fee hike stirs concerns
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), with discussions expected to focus on bilateral ties, trade friction, and the controversial H-1B
UN chief Antonio Guterres calls for global ceasefire on International Day of Peace
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged the world to end wars and embrace peace, calling it a necessity that “cannot wait,” in his message on the International Day of Peace observed on September 21. “The world is crying out for peace,” Guterres said,
Jaishankar meets Philippines FM in New York, reviews UN and Indo-Pacific cooperation
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met Philippines Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro in New York on Monday (Indian time) ahead of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), with discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation. “Pleased to
Netanyahu slams UK, Canada, Australia for recognising Palestine, calls it “rewarding terror”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sharply criticised the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia for formally recognising a Palestinian state, accusing the move of “rewarding terror” in the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attacks. “There will be no Palestinian state west of
India, US strengthen defense medical and strategic cooperation in Hawaii visit
India and the United States are deepening their defense partnership beyond joint military drills, with a focus on medical collaboration and strategic cooperation. A senior delegation from India’s Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), led by Director General Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, visited
Petition filed in Islamabad High Court over Imran Khan’s X posts during imprisonment
A petition has been filed in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking action against the alleged inflammatory posts shared from the social media account of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan while he remains in prison. The plea, submitted by Ghulam Murtaza Khan
Zelensky urges sanctions, long-range weapons to counter Russia’s escalating strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday called for stronger international action against Russia, urging allies to impose tougher sanctions and provide Kyiv with long-range strike capabilities. Zelensky said Russia launched over 1,500 drones, 1,280 guided bombs, and 50 missiles in a single week,
Former South Korean president Yoon seeks bail in insurrection, abuse of power trial
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol has filed for bail, citing health concerns and the need to prepare his defence, according to legal sources. Yoon, who has been in custody since July, faces charges of obstruction of duties, abuse of authority, and
Bangladesh court directs ACC to seek Interpol red notices against ex-minister Saifuzzaman Javed, wife
A Bangladesh court on Sunday ordered the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to request Interpol to issue red notices against former Land Minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed and his wife Rukmila Zaman in connection with a corruption case, local media reported. Chattogram’s Senior Metropolitan Special Judge
UK, Australia, Canada formally recognise State of Palestine ahead of UNGA
In a major diplomatic shift, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada have formally recognised the State of Palestine, just days before the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York. The coordinated move is seen as one of the most significant Western
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee: Policy shift or bargaining chip with India?
By: Dr Avi Verma In a sweeping executive action signed Friday, President Donald Trump announced a new $100,000 annual application fee for H-1B visas, a dramatic escalation in his administration’s long-running effort to reshape U.S. immigration and labor policies. The order, coupled with
Nasscom warns H-1B visa fee hike could disrupt US innovation and job market
The U.S. administration’s decision to impose a steep $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications with just a one-day implementation deadline has raised concerns across the global technology sector. India’s IT industry body Nasscom warned on Saturday that the move could create ripple
Poland scrambles fighter jets as Russia strikes near Ukraine border
Poland scrambled fighter jets and activated air defence systems on Saturday after Russia launched strikes on Ukrainian targets close to the Polish border, the Armed Forces Operational Command announced. On-duty fighter pairs were deployed at dawn, with radar and air defence units placed
India and Greece hold maiden maritime exercise in Aegean Sea to boost naval cooperation
The Indian and Hellenic Navies successfully concluded their first-ever bilateral maritime exercise in the Aegean Sea, marking a new chapter in defence cooperation between India and Greece. The maiden exercise, conducted from September 13–18, featured two distinct phases. The harbour phase (Sep 13–17)
A Special Congratulatory Message on the 75th Birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi — September 17, 2025
By: Dr. Avi Verma On behalf of IndoUS Tribune and the Indian American community, I extend my warmest greetings to Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji on his birthday. On this auspicious occasion, we wish him good health, a long life, and continued strength
China Committee Chairman meets Indian Envoy, calls India ‘essential partner’ in global security
Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra met with House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), where both leaders emphasized the growing significance of the India-US strategic partnership. According to a statement from the Select Committee, Thursday’s discussions focused on
Trump says US seeks to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, cites proximity to China’s nukes
US President Donald Trump has said his administration is attempting to regain control of Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its strategic location near China’s nuclear facilities. “We’re trying to get it back… because they need things from us. We want that base
US Justice Department asks Supreme Court to uphold Trump’s firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The US Justice Department has asked the Supreme Court to enforce President Donald Trump’s removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, escalating a legal battle that could test the independence of the central bank. In a filing Thursday, Solicitor General D. John Sauer
IMF chief proposes Daniel Katz as new first deputy managing director
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has nominated Daniel Katz, chief of staff to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, as the IMF’s next first deputy managing director — the institution’s second-highest leadership post. The proposed appointment, effective October 6, will require
Houthis claim missile and drone attacks on Israeli cities, IDF confirms Eilat strike
Yemen’s Houthi group on Thursday claimed responsibility for launching a long-range “hypersonic ballistic missile” and three drones targeting Israeli cities, further escalating tensions in the region. In a televised address aired on Houthi-run al-Masirah TV, military spokesman Yahya Sarea said the missile targeted