Trump’s H-1B visa proclamation faces US court challenge
The Trump administration’s new H-1B visa proclamation is facing its first major legal challenge in the United States. A coalition of unions, education professionals, and religious organisations has filed a lawsuit in the Northern District of California, arguing that the proclamation, signed on
Sri Lankan civil servants complete special training programme in India
By: Indo-US Tribune News Desk Forty senior Sri Lankan civil servants have successfully completed a capacity-building programme at India’s National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), held from September 22 to October 3. The training focused on “Clean Cities, Better Future: Transforming Urban Sri
DCD Chairman visits BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, hails role in promoting harmony
By: Indo-US Tribune News Desk In a gesture underscoring the UAE’s deep commitment to interfaith harmony and cultural inclusivity, Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development (DCD), visited the iconic BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi earlier this week,
India, Bhutan hold talks on strengthening connectivity and hydropower cooperation
By: Indo-US Tribune News Desk India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay in Thimphu on Friday to discuss a wide range of issues aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation. The talks focused on connectivity, hydropower collaboration, trade, and people-to-people ties,
India stands with people of Nepal: PM Modi expresses grief, offers assistance amid deadly rains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the loss of lives and widespread destruction caused by heavy rains and landslides in Nepal, reaffirming India’s solidarity with its Himalayan neighbour during the crisis. “The loss of lives and damage caused by heavy rains in
Severe humanitarian crisis in Balochistan amid Pakistan Army operations: Rights body
A leading human rights organisation has alleged that Pakistan Army operations in the Zehri region of Balochistan have triggered a severe humanitarian and human rights crisis, leaving thousands of civilians trapped without food, water, or medical care. According to Paank, the Human Rights
Bill Gates hails India’s innovation as a model for the Global South
Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India as a global innovation leader, emphasizing that the country’s scalable, low-cost technologies hold immense potential to transform lives across the Global South. Speaking at an event in Seattle organized by the Indian Consulate General in partnership
Trump reveals Israel’s temporary halt in Gaza bombings, urges Hamas to act swiftly
US President Donald Trump announced that Israel has temporarily paused its bombing campaign in Gaza to allow progress on the 20-point peace plan and the release of hostages. “Hamas must move quickly, or else all bets will be off,” Trump posted on Truth
Former PM Andrej Babis’ ANO party wins Czech parliamentary election
The opposition ANO party, led by former Prime Minister Andrej Babis, has won the Czech Republic’s parliamentary election, securing a decisive lead over the ruling coalition, according to nearly complete official results. With over 99 percent of votes counted, ANO received 34.6 percent,
Trump administration to deploy 300 National Guardsmen to Chicago amid state opposition
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 300 National Guardsmen to Chicago, defying objections from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who accused the administration of overreach. Pritzker said on social media that the White House had issued him an ultimatum: “Call up
Trump’s Gaza peace plan gains mixed global response, India backs peaceful resolution
U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled a 20-point plan to end the Gaza conflict, positioning himself as a global peacemaker amid Israel’s intense offensive and international calls for a ceasefire. His proposal includes a 72-hour ceasefire, release of hostages by Hamas, disarmament of
IAF chief dismisses Pakistan claims of downing Indian jets in Op Sindoor
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh strongly rebutted Pakistan’s claims of shooting down Indian jets during Operation Sindoor, describing the narrative as baseless and fictional. “If Pakistan thinks they have downed my 15 Indian jets, let them think,” Singh said, adding with a touch
YouTube channel with AI-generated Bollywood content removed after Bachchan lawsuit
A YouTube channel featuring hundreds of AI-generated Bollywood videos has been deleted by its creator following legal action from Bollywood stars Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Reuters reported on Friday. The channel, which had accumulated over 16 million views, hosted videos that
Canada theatres suspend Indian film screenings after arson attacks
Several Canadian theatres have temporarily halted screenings of Indian films following a series of arson attacks and security incidents over the past week. York Cinemas announced on Friday that it would not screen Indian movies until further notice, citing the safety of employees
Afghan foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to visit India next week
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi will undertake an official visit to India from October 9 to 16, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Friday. The visit comes after the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) granted an exemption allowing Muttaqi to
Messi expresses excitement ahead of three-day India tour, recalls good memories from 14 years ago
Football legend Lionel Messi expressed his excitement ahead of his much-anticipated visit to India as part of the “GOAT Tour of India 2025,” recalling fond memories from his last trip to the country 14 years ago. The three-day tour is scheduled from December
Women’s WC: Sophie Devine praises New Zealand’s fight despite loss to Australia
New Zealand captain Sophie Devine focused on the positives after her team’s 89-run loss to Australia in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 opener in Indore, praising the White Ferns’ fight and resilience in challenging conditions. Despite chasing a formidable target against
Legendary coach Michael Bohl praises India’s swimming talent, calls for more athletes
Legendary Australian swimming coach Michael Bohl, who guided China to the overall title at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championship 2025, praised India’s growing swimming talent while urging the country to develop more athletes to reach the next level. China dominated the championship at
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri congratulates RSS on centenary, hails 100-year journey
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday congratulated the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on completing 100 years, lauding its century-long journey dedicated to Bharat and its people. The RSS was founded by K.B. Hedgewar on Dussehra in 1925 in Nagpur. Taking to X,
India, France hold 22nd Air Staff Talks to boost defence and counter-terror cooperation
India and France held the 22nd edition of Air Staff Talks in New Delhi from September 29 to October 1, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation through joint training, combined exercises, and sharing of best practices, the Indian Air Force (IAF) announced on Thursday.