World, Americas, 7th Apr 2018, News & Stories from India

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World Americas 07 Apr 2018

World, Americas, 07 Apr 2018

Spearheaded by Kenneth Aliu, president of the Institute of African Studies Student Association the campaign sparked off following Aliu’s opinion piece wherein he accuses Gandhi of racism and being ‘anti-black’. (Photo: Gandhiji.ca)

Gandhi was racist: African student body in Canada demands statue be taken down

‘He utilised anti-Black racism as a weapon to bargain with the British about the subjugation of Indians living in South Africa’.

07 Apr 2018 8:56 PM

‘Our Broncos family is in shock as we try to come to grips with our incredible loss,’ Broncos team president Kevin Garinger said in a statement. The team comprises 24 players, all from Canada, with the youngest aged 16 and the oldest 21. (Photo: Twitter/ @HumboldtBroncos)

#PrayforHumboldt: Junior ice hockey team bus crashes killing 14

The Saskatoon StarPhoenix said 14 more were injured in Friday's accident involving the Humboldt Broncos team bus.

07 Apr 2018 5:52 PM

The UN has maintained that India and Pakistan need to find a peaceful solution through engagement and dialogue. (Photo: File/PTI)

Pakistan addresses Kashmir issue with UN Security Council President

It also stated that the valley situation and the 'escalation' of tension along the LoC pose a threat to international peace and security.

07 Apr 2018 4:46 PM

The legislation, introduced in October 2017 but not yet passed, is aimed at countering concerns about foreign nationals using social media to influence US politics. (Photo: File/AP)

Zuckerberg backs political ad bill, introduces new verification process for 'issue ads'

It is designed to deter the kind of election meddling and online information warfare that US authorities have accused Russia of pursuing.

07 Apr 2018 2:07 PM

China appears to be keen on building a base in the Maldives which one day may house warships and submarines. (Photo: AFP)

Chinese developments in Maldives is cause of concern: Pentagon

Asserting that US was 'committed to free and open' India-Pacific rules-based order, Pentagon said anything else would cause the US concern.

07 Apr 2018 1:35 PM

The White House on Friday said the administration was implementing new sanctions on Russian oligarchs, government officials, and entities for their roles advancing Russia's malign activities. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

For positive relation, Russia needs to change its behaviour: WH

Senator McCain said sanctions were 'clear message' and warned that Russians would pay heavily for alleged aggression in Ukraine and Syria.

07 Apr 2018 12:31 PM

Court papers say Mouhib used the knife to stab the boy in the upper back then cut his neck, severing his head. (Representational Image)

Mother charged with decapitating her 7-yr-old son in western New York

Hanane Mouhib, 36, was arrested after Abraham Cardenas was found dead Thursday night in a home in the town of Sweden.

07 Apr 2018 12:14 PM

Levi is seeking to recoup lost profits, compensatory and punitive damages, and halt further infringements. (Photo: Facebook)

Here's how your Levi's jeans pocket tab can be subject to a lawsuit

The popular denim brand has accused LVMH's Kenzo of putting tabs on its pants pockets, including a new line featuring Britney Spears.

07 Apr 2018 11:11 AM

Sessions directed the U.S. attorneys offices in southern California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas to prosecute all the cases referred to under the criminal entry statute, known as 1325, 'to the extent practicable.' (Photo: AP)

US attorney general touts to criminally prosecute illegal immigrants

Once border crossers are charged with illegal entry and deported they can be charged with a felony carrying significant jail time.

07 Apr 2018 10:09 AM

The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations. (Photo: Representational | File)

H-1B visa cap reached for fiscal year 2019: US Immigration Services

The USCIS would conduct a lottery to decide successful applicants for the work visa popular among Indian IT professionals.

07 Apr 2018 7:50 AM

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