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Police in the US state of Georgia have released a poignant video of officers finding an abandoned newborn girl inside a plastic bag, as part of their efforts to find the child's mother. (Photo: AFP)

'Baby India': US cops release video to find mother of newborn found in plastic bag

The video sparked massive emotional response with hundreds of users sharing video along with hashtag #BabyIndia to help find girl's mother.

27 Jun 2019 10:46 AM

The Chinese government has consistently denied all accusations of involvement in hacking.

China hacked eight major computer services firms in years-long attack

A US indictment in December outlined an elaborate operation to steal Western intellectual property.

27 Jun 2019 7:59 AM

'Although I will leave it to you to determine whether I was successful, I can unequivocally say that helping support the amazing men and women of CBP has been the most fulfilling and satisfying opportunity of my career,' John Sanders' on his departure said. (Photo: AP)

Acting head border official resigns amid uproar over migrant children in US

In a message to employees, Sanders said he would step down on July 5. He did not give a reason for leaving.

26 Jun 2019 2:09 PM

'India is concerned about the situation because of the huge diaspora (living in the region). India wants the situation to de-escalate and will urge Iran and US to de-escalate,' diplomatic source said. (Photo: ANI)

India calls for de-escalation of tensions between US, Iran

In the wake of the incident, several carriers both in India and abroad have decided to avoid flying over Iranian airspace.

25 Jun 2019 4:52 PM

Syed Waseem Ali, who was from Hyderabad and lived in Fremont, was driving a Toyota and had Sela Henriquez as the passenger via the Lyft ride-hailing service, who were pronounced dead after the crash in San Francisco's Bayview District on Sunday, the SFGate reported. (Photo: Twitter/ GoFundMe.com)

26-year-old Hyderabad driver killed in hit-and-run in California

The driver fled on foot, leaving the vehicle behind, and had not been arrested till now, police said.

25 Jun 2019 1:50 PM

Two bombs dating from World War II were found Monday in central Germany in a town north of Frankfurt, forcing the temporary evacuation of some 2,500 people, local police said. (Photo: AFP)

2 bombs of German, US WWII found in central Germany

On Sunday a bomb likely dating from World War II exploded in a field in western Germany leaving a huge crater but causing injuries.

25 Jun 2019 11:48 AM

Around 250 migrant children relocated from overcrowded Texas border

The group of lawyers said they saw toddlers without diapers being cared for by unrelated children.

25 Jun 2019 11:13 AM

On the eve of his arrival in New Delhi, a top US lawmaker Tuesday told Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that there is lack of predictability and coherence in America's strategic relationship with India. (Photo: File)

Lack of predictability, coherence in India-US relationship: Congressman to Pompeo

Engel said tensions have increased over each side's tariff policies, starting with the US 'Section 232' tariffs on steel and aluminium.

25 Jun 2019 10:24 AM

PM Modi, Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin met at the recently held Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit at Kirgiz capital Bishkek. (Photo: Twitter/ @PIB_India)

Xi, PM Modi, Putin to discuss protectionism amid US tariffs: China

They will also discuss plans for the successful holding this year's BRICS Summit in Brazil, Zhang said.

24 Jun 2019 4:39 PM

The United States on Monday was due to tighten sanctions on Iran as the two countries traded barbs in a tense standoff sparked by Washington's withdrawal from a nuclear deal. (Photo: File)

Iran-US trade barbs ahead of new sanctions

On Sunday US national security adviser John Bolton cautioned Iran against misinterpreting the last-minute cancellation.

24 Jun 2019 11:37 AM

Iranian lawmakers chanted 'Death to America' during a parliament session on Sunday after a speaker accused the United States of being the 'real world terrorist', amid escalating tension with Washington following the downing of an unmanned US drone. (Photo: AFP)

‘Death to America’: Iran lawmakers chant in Parliament as tensions rise

US President Trump announced additional sanctions on Iran, but held out the prospect of a deal.

23 Jun 2019 1:12 PM

President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he was delaying a planned immigration sweep for two weeks to allow time for his Republican Party and opposition Democrats to find a political solution to the hot-button issue. (Photo: File)

Trump says planned immigration sweep delayed for two weeks

2,000 families who had been served with deportation orders or failed to show up to court appointments was expected to begin in 10 US cities.

23 Jun 2019 12:42 PM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has received a personal letter of "excellent content" from US President Donald Trump, the country's state news agency said on Sunday. (Photo: File)

North Korean leader receives 'excellent' letter from Trump: state media

Kim recently played host to Chinese President Xi Jinping, who wrapped up a highly symbolic visit to the nuclear-armed North on Friday.

23 Jun 2019 11:49 AM

US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced that 'major additional sanctions' will be imposed on Iran this Monday to stop the country from owning nuclear weapons. (Photo: File)

Trump to enforce 'major' additional sanctions on Iran from Monday

As part of 'maximum pressure' campaign, the US has reinstated sanctions against Iran after exiting from the Iran nuclear deal last year.

23 Jun 2019 11:02 AM

India on Sunday denied the allegations of a report published by the US Department of State which accused the Narendra Modi-led government of failing to tackle 'mob attacks by violent extremist Hindu groups against minority communities' and said the assaults were a result of 'local disputes'. (Photo: File)

India rejects US report on minorities' status, says 'committed to tolerance'

BJP said report ignored fact that India has 'democratic institutions' which can handle such 'disputes' and bring justice.

23 Jun 2019 10:33 AM

'Firing one bullet towards Iran will set fire to the interests of America and its allies' in the Middle East, armed forces general staff spokesman Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi told the Tasnim news agency. (Photo: File)

'Firing one bullet at Iran' will 'set fire' to US interests: Iran general

Iran warned the US that any aggression against the Islamic republic would have serious consequences for US interests in the region.

22 Jun 2019 3:30 PM

Huawei contends that the equipment did not require a license because it did not fall into a controlled category. (Photo: AP)

Huawei files lawsuit against US Commerce Department over seized equipment

The lawsuit is the latest salvo in a battle between the US government and Huawei.

22 Jun 2019 10:47 AM

Airlines rerouted flights on Friday to avoid airspace near the Strait of Hormuz after Iran shot down a US military surveillance drone there and American aviation officials warned that commercial jetliners could be mistakenly attacked amid tensions between Tehran and Washington. (Representational Image)

Airlines reroute flights after Iran downs US military drone

Trump said the US was 'cocked and loaded' to attack three sites in Iran before he halted the assault over concerns about casualties.

22 Jun 2019 10:10 AM

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will assure the Indian leadership during his visit to India next week that the Trump administration has no plans to impose a cap on issuing the highly sought-after H-1B visas that are forcing foreign companies to store data locally, an American official said on Friday. (Photo: File)

Pompeo will assure India on H1B visa cap: US official

Previewing the trip of Pompeo who will be visiting India soon, the official said there was a broad review of the H-1B programme underway.

22 Jun 2019 9:28 AM

“All of the US companies that we work with are great companies that hold themselves to high standards in terms of business integrity and ethics.” said Ren Zhengfei, founder and CEO of Huawei.

Huawei founder: The world relies on open collaboration for shared success

“This is really a technical problem that Huawei can address, and not a political problem.” Says George Gilder, venture capitalist

21 Jun 2019 5:12 PM

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