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    Shashank Mattoo

    Shashank Mattoo is the Washington DC-based US Correspondent for Hindustan Times. Shashank covers the Trump administration, the India-US relationship and America's policies towards South Asia and the broader Indo-Pacific.

    Articles by Shashank Mattoo

    Tata-Javelin JV deal to co-produce missiles in India to boost security: JVV VP

    The JJV is working on a mutually agreeable scope of work with Tata Advanced Systems Limited regarding Javelin co-assembly in India.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 2, 2026 04:41 IST

    Compassionate AI should be future of technology: Kailash Satyarthi

    Satyarthi spoke about a new framework for the future of the technology, which he calls Compassionate AI. (Kailash Satyarthi children’s foundation website)
    india news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 01:44 IST

    US lawmakers in India: Why a congressional visit matters after the Russia law

    United States House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast during a visit to the Taj Mahal, in Agra, Sept. 29, 2026. (PTI Photo)
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 30, 2026 06:35 IST

    Lack of concern over terrorism can affect ties: S Jaishankar on India-US bond

    S Jaishankar also flagged growing opposition to immigration and mobility in the US.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 30, 2026 01:25 IST

    Gangster Goldy Brar added to FBI's 10 Most Wanted list with $1 million reward

    Satinderjeep Singh, better known as Goldy Brar, is currently thought to be based in the United States.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 29, 2026 24:54 IST

    Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal: Why talks have stalled, what happens next

    Trump's rejection came with reports that he is unconvinced diplomacy with Iran will work.
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 28, 2026 04:54 IST

    World on edge of abyss today, seeing weaponisation of everything: India at UN

    Jaishankar reiterated India’s support for a two-state solution as the route to durable peace in West Asia.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 27, 2026 24:50 IST

    'No hard feelings': US downplays India's warning over Russia Sanctions Act

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 26, 2026 06:03 IST

    India, Liberia launch UN shipping safety group; EAM urges action against attacks

    The grouping, Jaishankar said, would include major ship owning nations and countries with the largest number of ship registries.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 25, 2026 16:55 IST

    Trump rolls red carpet for Xi: What was achieved and why India is watching

    US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping arrive for a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC.
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 25, 2026 09:10 IST

    Trade, Taiwan, AI on Trump-Xi summit agenda as India, Asian nations keep watch

    President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, China's President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan participate in an arrival ceremony at Joint Base Andrews.
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 24, 2026 05:55 IST

    Jaishankar meets Rubio in US, raises concern over Russia sanctions act

    External affairs minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at UNGA.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 24, 2026 24:45 IST

    Threats, talks, succession race: UNGA high-level week and India's goals

    The 81st UN General Assembly High-Level Week is scheduled to begin on Friday and continue through September 28.
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 23, 2026 04:13 IST

    US law gives Trump power to impose 100% tariffs on India, China over Russian oil

    US President Donald Trump.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 20, 2026 04:01 IST

    Trump extends $100,000 H-1B fee for another year despite ongoing legal battle

    The Trump administration stated that the $100,000 visa fee had led to a major reduction in the use of the H-1B visa.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 04:40 IST

    Trump signs Russia sanctions bill threatening up to 100% tariffs on India, China

    US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend a bilateral meeting as part of the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 17, 2026.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 03:33 IST

    US-India ties, trade talks: What to watch as Russia sanctions bill goes to Trump

    India is one of the countries that buys Russian oil, and the prospect of tariffs has thrown India-US relations into fresh uncertainty.
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 18, 2026 06:50 IST

    India says Russia sanctions bill threatening 100% tariffs can impact US ties

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with US President Donald Trump at the G7 Summit, in Evian
    india news
    Updated on Sep 18, 2026 03:10 IST

    Russia sanctions bill gives Trump new tariff powers: What it means for India

    President Donald Trump waves as he arrives on Air Force One, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
    HT Explainers
    Updated on Sep 17, 2026 05:14 IST

    Russia sanctions bill threatening 100% tariffs on India, China clears US House

    The passage of the bill came after members of the majority Republican party unexpectedly brought the crucial and controversial bill to a vote this week.
    us news
    Updated on Sep 17, 2026 02:23 IST

    India, others face 100% US tariffs as House advances Russia sanctions bill

    A US House is moving forward with a Russia sanctions bill targeting India.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 16, 2026 24:57 IST

    Trump admin's new visa rules blocked by US judge just ahead of taking effect

    US President Donald Trump speaks during an event.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 16, 2026 01:33 IST

    US biz groups warn senators over Russia sanctions bill targeting India, others

    The associations recommended moderating President Donald Trump’s authority to target countries like India. (Reuters)
    india news
    Updated on Sep 11, 2026 05:22 IST

    ‘Whoever allowed this should be fired’: US lawmakers slam deportation post

    The poster, which plays on the movie “Transformers”, had sparked a row online, with many calling it “racist” and “anti-Indian."
    world news
    Updated on Sep 11, 2026 04:54 IST

    Trump admin proposes to scrap 60-day grace period for H-1B, other visa holders

    The DHS said removing the grace period on H-1B would require a foreign worker to depart the US immediately after they cease to maintain the employment.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 11, 2026 03:40 IST

    Tech giant Cognizant hit with green card filing suspension in US

    Cognizant faces scrutiny as US cracks down on H-1B visa fraud.
    world news
    Updated on Sep 9, 2026 01:08 IST

    Most immigrant billionaires in US are Indian-origin. Meet the new entrants

    Palantir Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar (L) and venture capitalist Hemant Taneja (R) were added to the list of immigrant billionaires in the US in 2026.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 8, 2026 09:44 IST

    ‘Lower rate or…': Trump threatens to stop trading with US trade-deficit nations

    Trump’s statement was linked to strong job growth numbers in August, with employers adding an estimated 162,000 across the country.
    us news
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 17:48 IST

    Indian founders, CEOs to train US talent under new US programme

    Founders and CEOs from India, along with experts from partner nations including Japan, Taiwan and South Korea, will participate in the programme as teachers and mentors.
    us news
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 15:39 IST

    Indian-origin man on FBI's ‘Most Wanted Fraudsters’ list: Who is Manjit Bedi

    The FBI launched its 'Most Wanted Fraudsters' list in June this year.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 05:07 IST
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