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Bhatia holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Calcutta University, a Master of Arts in Political Science from Yale University. (Photo:Twitter/@UN_Women)

Another Indian-origin woman gets appointed at the UN

Anita Bhatia has been appointed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as the Deputy Executive Director.

31 May 2019 2:34 PM

The S-400 is known as Russia's most advanced long-range surface-to-air missile defence system. (Photo:AP)

Relations will deteriorate: US warn Delhi after India purchase S-400 from Russia

The official said if India went ahead to buy the S-400 defence system from Russia, it will have serious implications on the defence ties.

31 May 2019 11:05 AM

Warren had called for an impeachment inquiry the day after the April 18 publication of special counsel Robert Mueller's 448-page report. (Photo:AP)

He would be 'in handcuffs' if not President: Democrat Warren swipes at Trump

Elizabeth Warren was the first presidential candidate to speak out in favor of launching impeachment proceedings against Trump.

31 May 2019 10:47 AM

India also needs to come up with policies that attracts global companies to look at the country as an alternative to China when it comes to manufacturing, USISPF's Mukesh Aghi said. (Representational Image)

US advocacy group seeks India Trade Representative under PMO

USISPF is recommending the new government to seriously look at a Free Trade Agreement with the US.

31 May 2019 9:57 AM

Though the victim was rushed to a local hospital after the flames were extinguished, he died today morning, the US Park police said in a statement. (Representational Image)

Indian man dies after setting himself on fire outside White House

The man who set himself ablaze was Arnav Gupta, a resident from Bethesda in Maryland and suffered from 85 per cent burn injuries.

31 May 2019 9:30 AM

'I experienced firsthand how nothing has to stay the way it is,' she said. (Photo:AP)

Harvard honours Angela Merkel with law degree

Merkel urged the fellow students to reject isolationism and nationalism, embrace the fight against climate change.

31 May 2019 9:15 AM

Trump's announcement came a day after border agents in El Paso, Texas detained the largest single group of migrants ever. (Photo:AP)

US to hit Mexico with tariffs over 'illegal migrants': Donald Trump

Donald Trump said on June 10th, the United States will impose a 5 per cent Tariff on all goods after he posted a video of illegal migrants.

31 May 2019 8:51 AM

A senior US official voiced hope for warm relations with PM Modi but said that the March decision would move forward. (Photo:AP)

'Done Deal': US end India's trade preference

President Donald Trump's administration said in March it was removing India from the Generalized System of Preferences.

31 May 2019 8:27 AM

Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar. (Photo: File | AFP)

US cracks down on terrorist groups, blocks USD 46 mn in funds: Report

According to the report the US blocked nearly USD 400,000 in funds of Lashkar-e-Taiba and USD 1,725 of the Jaish-e Mohammed.

30 May 2019 12:55 PM

H-4 visa holders had obtained work permits under a special order issued by the previous Obama administration. (Representational Image)

US lawmakers introduce legislation to protect work visa of spouses of H-1B holders

H-4 visas are issued to the spouses of H-1B visa holders, a significantly large number of whom are high-skilled professionals from India.

30 May 2019 9:02 AM

Kamala Harris assures action in abortion issues, if elected to power

The move follows laws that recently passed in Georgia, Alabama and other states to drastically restrict abortions.

29 May 2019 2:11 PM

After purchasing foreign exchange on net in 2017, the central bank steadily sold reserves for most of 2018. (Photo:Representational)

US Remove India from currency monitoring list; China, Japan stay

India has been removed from the monitoring list in this report, having met only one out of three criteria.

29 May 2019 1:54 PM

'This is not Europe. This is America. We protect our borders.' (Photo:AP)

Trump supporters begin construction of private US-Mexico border

Determined to help Trump fulfill his promise to build a 'big, beautiful wall' on the border, people decided to do part of it themselves.

29 May 2019 11:35 AM

'We have said many times and we will continue to reiterate that the economic sanctions will remain in place until we're there,' she said. (Photo:AP)

North Korea mass destruction weapon plan violates UN; say US

'I think the entire North Korean WMD program, it's in conflict with the UN Security (Council) resolutions,' Ortagus told reporters.

29 May 2019 10:30 AM

The North has since sought to raise the pressure and carried out two short-range missile tests earlier this month. (Photo:AP)

North Korea call Trump security aide ‘war maniac’ over missile remark

Talks between Washington and Pyongyang have been locked since the collapse of a summit between Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

27 May 2019 4:01 PM

"As far as the IMF is concerned, we think that the reforms and the future direction should continue to focus on achieving faster and importantly, more inclusive growth with low inflation," IMF spokesperson Gerry Rice said.

Looking forward to working with new govt of PM Modi: IMF

"The IMF looks forward to working with Prime Minister Modi's new government," IMF spokesperson Gerry Rice said.

25 May 2019 2:50 PM

The spokesperson also said that the US is attempting to shift the blame regarding the reigning impasse onto the reclusive state. (Photo:AP)

Doors remain open for North Korea to resume talks: US

North Korea has upped its criticism towards the United States, especially after Washington seized one of its cargo ships.

25 May 2019 11:13 AM

Modi-led BJP has swept the 17th Lok Sabha elections, garnering 303 seats. (Photo:AP)

Modi is 'great man and leader': Donald Trump

Trump also telephoned Modi to once again congratulate him for his strong showing in elections.

25 May 2019 10:51 AM

Bill Gates on Friday expressed confidence in the leader's ability to 'significantly improve the lives of many.' (Photo:AP)

Modi's commitment to development will improve lives : Bill Gates

Wishes have been pouring in for PM Modi ever since it became clear that BJP along with its allies had secured a thumping majority.

25 May 2019 10:45 AM

US President Donald Trump, engaged in personal attacks on House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi. (Photo:AP)

Trump shared a video of Nancy Pelosi to make her appear 'drunk'

Accompanying the tweet was a heavily edited Fox Business Network clip of Pelosi’s 23-minute news conference earlier in the day.

25 May 2019 9:15 AM

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