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US senators to advance bill on Russia energy sanctions that could impact India

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky with US Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the key supporters of the bill. (AFP)
Updated on Jul 11, 2026 10:48 pm IST

Trump's US immigration changes explained: 5 things Indians should know

India is expected to be among the countries most affected, as Indian nationals account for a significant share of H-1B workers.
Published on Jul 11, 2026 12:06 am IST

Trump's H-1B fraud probe explained: Why Cognizant was named and what it means

The H-1B program allows US employers to hire foreign professionals in specialized occupations.
Published on Jul 10, 2026 08:02 pm IST

U.S. Targets One of Cuba’s Last Lifelines: Its Army of Overseas Doctors

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A Cuban doctor speaking with patients in Guatemala, where more than 400 Cuban personnel are expected to leave by year’s end.
Published on Jul 09, 2026 05:55 pm IST

US approves sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany, says Chancellor Merz

The Tomahawk missiles are mainly launched from submarines and warships and can travel more than 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles).
Published on Jul 09, 2026 03:05 pm IST

Lincoln Memorial Pool: Trump's renovation lawsuit, arrests explained

Visitors look at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, July 7, 2026, in Washington.
Updated on Jul 08, 2026 11:46 pm IST

Kristi Noem's aide erased 30 secret Signal chats involving Lewandowski: Report

Court documents reveal that Joseph Guy, a former aide to Kristi Noem, deleted 30 Signal chats linked to Corey Lewandowski on his last day in the Trump administration.
Updated on Jul 08, 2026 07:49 pm IST

Trump administration approves OpenAI's GPT-5.6 rollout after safety testing

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 has received Trump administration approval for a public launch after safety testing (REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo)
Published on Jul 08, 2026 05:07 pm IST

Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot 'humanitarian zone' in south Gaza: Report

US President Donald Trump speaks during a Board of Peace meeting
Published on Jul 08, 2026 03:50 pm IST

US revokes Iran sanctions waiver, resumes strikes: 'Truce was performance-based'

Crude oil tanker Odessa, carrying UAE crude after passing through the Strait of Hormuz with its Automatic Identification System transponder turned off, navigates the waters at Daesan port, where it is expected to discharge crude oil, in Seosan, South Korea, May 8, 2026.
Updated on Jul 08, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Trump’s new immigration plan to tighten H-1B rules, shrink student work options?

President Donald Trump arrives during a formal welcome at the Bestepe Presidential Palace at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 7, 2026.
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 11:53 pm IST

Washington becomes world's most polluted city after Trump's July 4 fireworks

Washington briefly becomes world's most polluted city, thanks to Trump's Fourth of July fireworks (Photo by Ryan Hiscott / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 08:46 pm IST

India signs $1.8-million lobbying deal with Trump-linked firm SHW Partners LLC

SHW Partners LLC is helmed by President Trump’s former spokesperson Jason Miller. (X)
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 09:57 pm IST

Are Trump Accounts only for babies? What families with older kids should know

Trump Accounts explained (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Published on Jul 07, 2026 12:00 am IST

Will Trump Sell Out the F-35?

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An F-35
Published on Jul 04, 2026 12:01 pm IST

Trump pardons 6 people over ‘fixing their car’: What were they convicted of?

US President Donald Trump gestures toward reporters after disembarking from Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland on July 1, 2026.
Published on Jul 04, 2026 02:30 am IST

Former Top General Warns the Military Is Being Politicized

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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth with Brown in January 2025
Published on Jul 03, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Green card alert: Applicants to see major changes amid new immigration rules

The Trump administration's July immigration policy changes impose stricter controls on green card access and application processing
Published on Jun 30, 2026 03:38 pm IST

US allows limited access to Anthropic's Mythos AI model

On June 12, the government abruptly forced Anthropic to cut off access to its two cutting-edge artificial intelligence models after discovering vulnerabilities in the safeguards put in place to prevent misuse of the tool.
Updated on Jun 27, 2026 05:34 pm IST

Green Card alert: Permanent residents rights under threat, to face more scrutiny

Supreme Court broadens executive power in immigration, ruling border officials need not show clear evidence of criminal activity for green card holders seeking admission.
Published on Jun 27, 2026 02:04 am IST

US army bases to host critical minerals processing plants, boost production

Boosting US capacity in critical minerals and reducing reliance on imports — especially from China — has been a priority for President Donald Trump during his second term in office.
Updated on Jun 26, 2026 09:51 am IST

Why JD Vance can't replace Donald Trump? Ex-aide reveals missing factor

US Vice President JD Vance attends a meeting between President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 06:20 pm IST

A Turkish Arms Sale Leads to a Face-Off Between Trump and Congress

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President Trump greeting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House in September.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 04:33 pm IST

The quantum-computing mistakes America must avoid

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America’s government is investing $2bn in nine quantum-computing companies and will receive equity stakes in return.
Updated on Jun 25, 2026 03:10 pm IST

Donald Trump focused on one issue; White House insiders cite 'clear concern'

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.
Updated on Jun 25, 2026 01:56 am IST

Trump's top Army general retires suddenly? Report links exit to Hegseth

Donahue, 56, is regarded as one of the Army's most experienced combat commanders.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 12:54 am IST

Green Card alert: Trump administration's big win on immigration case

The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling supports the Trump administration's authority over green card holders and immigration parole.
Published on Jun 23, 2026 11:05 pm IST

Trump's new proposal could make green card costlier. How can it impact Indians?

The DHS proposal notes that the new rule would not take effect for at least 60 days after it is posted, as it must first go through a public comment period.
Updated on Jun 23, 2026 02:50 pm IST

China is having another AI moment

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FILE PHOTO: People stand in front of a claw machine filled with lobster-shaped plush toys during a setup session for AutoClaw, a local version of the AI agent OpenClaw developed by Zhipu, at an office building in Beijing, China March 13, 2026.
Published on Jun 22, 2026 06:28 pm IST

Trump blames 'vandalism' after admitting Reflecting Pool ‘real problems’

The president also referred to "86 47" being etched into a nearby stretch of grass before claiming the newly renovated pool had been deliberately damaged.
Published on Jun 21, 2026 02:22 am IST