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Joe Biden
US President Biden makes law to support rights of Tibetans

US President Joe Biden signed the Resolve Tibet Act, emphasizing peaceful negotiation and international law to resolve the Tibet issue. The Act counters China's disinformation about Tibet and supports Tibetan human rights and democratic freedom. It defines the Tibetan people as distinct with their own identity, urging China to cease repressive policies. Key figures like Secretary of State Antony Blinken and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul support this initiative.

  • Saturday, 13 July 2024
India, US extend agreement on 2 per cent digital tax
India, US extend agreement on 2 per cent digital tax

India and the US have extended a 2% equalisation levy on e-commerce supplies until June 30, 2024. This decision aligns with the OECDG20 Inclusive Framework's efforts to address digital economy taxation challenges, aiming for a finalised multilateral convention by March 2024.

  • Friday, 28 June 2024
Meet Indian women who run momos truck in New Jersey while having full-time tech jobs
Meet Indian women who run momos truck in New Jersey while having full-time tech jobs

Yet, amidst these challenges, Ankita and Impreet find solace in fostering meaningful connections with their customers, a facet that underpins the enduring success of Fomo Momo.

  • Wednesday, 27 March 2024
VAJRA PRAHAR 2023: Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise kicks off
VAJRA PRAHAR 2023: Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise kicks off

The Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise “VAJRA PRAHAR 2023” commenced on Tuesday at the Joint Training Node, in Meghalaya’s Umroi.

  • Tuesday, 21 November 2023
Biden trails Haley, leads Ramaswamy in 2024 race: Poll
Biden trails Haley, leads Ramaswamy in 2024 race: Poll

Assessing how Republican candidates would fare in a race against Vice President Kamala Haris, the poll found that Trump was the only candidate who would defeat Harris in a head-to-head race (46 per cent - 40 per cent).

  • Wednesday, 20 September 2023
Investment
With Rs 1,000 cr investment US-based firm to set up silicon carbide manufacturing facility in Odisha

The investment will be made by the group's Indian Subsidiary, RiR Power Electronics, Odisha Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said on Thursday.

  • Thursday, 27 July 2023
105 Trafficked Antiquities  Set To Return To India
US Returns 105 Trafficked Antiquities To India After PM Modi's State Visit

The United States on Monday handed over 105 trafficked antiquities to India. The antiquities of religious and cultural significance would soon be transported to India. The Indian consulate in New York held a repatriation ceremony for the trafficked antiquities. The move comes days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic state visit to the US in June 2023.

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  • Tuesday, 18 July 2023
India gets back smuggled artefacts
India receives 105 antiques smuggled to US in follow-up to PM's visit

India has received a batch of 105 stolen antiques recovered by US officials in a follow-up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Washington visit, according to India’s Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu.

  • Tuesday, 18 July 2023
PM Modi leaves for Egypt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves for Egypt after concluding US State Visit

The two-day State Visit to Egypt at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is also the first bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister since 1997.

  • Saturday, 24 June 2023
PM Modi
'Pipeline of talent' needed for India, US to maintain momentum of growth: PM Modi

He was participating in the 'Skilling For Future Event' organised by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on Wednesday and his visit to the organisation was hosted by First Lady Jill Biden.

  • Thursday, 22 June 2023
white house
US has 'terrific cooperation' with India inside Quad: White House

The US has a "significant" defence partnership with India and "terrific cooperation" inside the Quad, the White House said ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit beginning June 22.

  • Tuesday, 13 June 2023
Indian origin shot dead in US
Indian-origin student shot dead by unknown men in US: Report

A 21 year-old Indian-origin student was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Philadelphia, a media report said.

  • Tuesday, 30 May 2023
Bill introduced in US to make Diwali federal holiday
Bill introduced to make Diwali federal holiday in US

Broadening its appeal, the text of the bill says: "Millions of Americans, both religious and secular, celebrate Diwali, which is also called the 'Festival of Lights'."

  • Saturday, 27 May 2023
NATO
US congressional panel on China suggests NATO+ status for India

The panel suggested to improve the effectiveness of economic sanctions the US must coordinate them with the Quad, an Indo-Pacific-centric group US forms with India, Australia and Japan, and other alliances and partnerships.

  • Saturday, 27 May 2023
PM Modi and Joe Biden
US lawmakers want Modi to address joint session of Congress

Biden has invited Modi for a state visit in June, the two sides announced earlier this month, with a state dinner at the White House as well

  • Wednesday, 24 May 2023
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