US rejects French politician’s call to return Statue of Liberty
The United States has firmly rejected a call by French politician Raphael Glucksmann to return the Statue of Liberty to France, dismissing his remarks as politically motivated and unnecessary. Glucksmann, a centre-left politician, recently suggested that France should take back the iconic statue,
53 killed in US airstrikes on Yemen’s Houthis
The Houthi-run Health Ministry reported that at least 53 people, including five women and two children, were killed and over 100 others wounded in overnight US airstrikes on Yemen’s capital Sanaa, according to media reports. The US has increased its strikes on Yemen’s
US influencer apologises for picking up baby wombat in Australia
An American influencer has apologised after facing backlash for picking up a baby wombat and carrying it away from its mother in Australia, according to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). Sam Jones, also known as Samantha Strable, posted an Instagram video this week
India puts national interests first in US trade talks
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that India’s trade talks with the United States will be guided by the principles of “India First,” “Viksit Bharat,” and the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Goyal stated that he had a “forward-looking discussion”
Measles resurgence in the U.S.: Largest outbreak in six years raises public health concerns
By: Dr. Avi Verma The United States is currently experiencing a significant resurgence of measles, marking one of the largest outbreaks in recent years. As of March 11, 2025, over 250 cases have been confirmed across several states, with Texas and New Mexico
Vance’s India visit to be first by a US vice president in 12 years
US Vice President J.D. Vance and his Indian-descent wife Usha Vance will visit India later this month, according to a US news report. This will make him the first American vice president to visit India in over 12 years. Vance will be the
Trump doubles tariff on Canadian imports, threatens more tariffs
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday intensified the trade conflict with Canada by doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the country to 50%. Trump announced the additional 25% tariff on Canadian steel in response to Ontario’s decision to impose a 25%
US says Ukraine ready for ceasefire, awaits Russian response
The United States announced on Tuesday that Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposal, but the next step now depends on Russia to reciprocate. The US has also lifted the pause on intelligence sharing and military assistance to Ukraine. US Secretary of
Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire after US talks in Saudi Arabia
Ukraine has agreed to a US proposal for an immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire following talks with a US delegation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to a joint statement issued after the discussions. The statement said the truce could be extended by mutual agreement,
Gabbard to visit India to boost intelligence sharing with US
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard will be the first cabinet official to visit India following the commitment made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump to enhance intelligence sharing. Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), began her trip with a
Saudi Arabia to host US-Ukraine talks on Russia conflict
Saudi Arabia is set to host high-level talks on Tuesday, bringing together the United States and Ukraine to discuss the ongoing conflict with Russia. The talks, scheduled to take place in Jeddah, follow a tense exchange during President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the
India urges security for places of worship after Hindu temple vandalism in US
India has strongly condemned the recent vandalism at a Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, calling for strict action against those responsible and enhanced security for places of worship. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the act as “despicable” and urged
The Third Eye: Indo-US strategic friendship to remain stable under Trump
India has taken a cautious and balanced approach to US President Donald Trump’s evolving policy framework, recognizing his reputation for unpredictability. As a major global power, India understands the need to navigate Indo-US relations based on mutual interests. This was evident during Prime
US and Ukraine to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia next week, says Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he will visit Saudi Arabia on Monday to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ahead of high-level peace talks with US officials later in the week. “Next week, on Monday, my visit to Saudi Arabia is
Canada to delay second wave of tariffs on US goods until April 2
Canadian Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc has announced that Canada will delay the second wave of tariffs on US goods until April 2. “The United States has agreed to suspend tariffs on CUSMA (Canada-US-Mexico Agreement)-compliant exports from Canada until April 2,” LeBlanc stated on
Trump warns Hamas as US confirms direct hostage talks
US President Donald Trump has issued a final warning to Hamas, demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza, as the White House confirms direct negotiations with the group for the first time. Trump, in a strongly worded Truth Social post, threatened Hamas
Denmark rejects Trump’s renewed push for Greenland to join the US
Denmark has strongly opposed US President Donald Trump’s renewed push for Greenland to join the US, following his remarks during a joint session of Congress two days ago. Trump stated on Wednesday that his administration would “strongly support” Greenlanders’ right to determine their
US alliances weakening, trade war threatens economy
In response to President Donald Trump’s address to Congress, the Democrats cautioned that US alliances are deteriorating and the trade war is posing a serious threat to the economy. “Today’s world is deeply interconnected. Migration, cyber threats, AI, environmental destruction, and terrorism require
US Treasury Secretary denies minerals deal with Ukraine
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has denied reports that the United States plans to sign a mineral resources agreement with Ukraine, contradicting earlier claims that President Donald Trump intended to announce the deal during his address to Congress. Bessent’s statement follows a tense
Trump bans transgender athletes in women’s sports
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning transgender women from competing in female sports, aligning with laws already enacted in at least 24 states. During his speech to Congress, Trump declared, “I also signed an executive order to ban men