World, Americas, 19th Jul 2017, News & Stories from India

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World Americas 19 Jul 2017

World, Americas, 19 Jul 2017

Pakistan among countries providing safe havens to terrorists: US

Indian authorities continued to blame Pakistan for cross-border attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, it said.

19 Jul 2017 10:12 PM

Indeed Trump seated himself between two GOP senators - Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska who announced Tuesday they would oppose McConnell's efforts to move forward with the latest bill. (Photo: File)

Trump making last-ditch effort after health bill collapse

Along with opposition from a third GOP senator, Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia, that was enough to kill the legislation.

19 Jul 2017 6:38 PM

The opposition's plan did not call for street protests but dozens of opposition members nonetheless blocked streets in the capital, Caracas, and other cities. (Photo: File)

Venezuela rejects Trump sanctions threat

Trump administration officials said that they were considering a wide range of sanctions on Venezuela, including cuts in oil imports.

19 Jul 2017 6:01 PM

An agent of the border patrol, observes near the Mexico-US border fence, on the Mexican side, separating the towns of Anapra, Mexico and Sunland Park, N.M. House Republicans are moving next week to fund President Donald Trump’s $1.6 billion request to begin construction of his oft-promised wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. (Photo: AP)

House to vote on Trump's $1.6B border wall request next week

Trump has promised that Mexico would pay for the wall but hasn't come up with a plan to force it to actually do so.

19 Jul 2017 5:27 PM

Babar Butt, who resided in multiple locations in Texas had pleaded guilty to the fraud. (Photo: Representational)

Pakistani Man Convicted of Defrauding FedEx of USD 300,000

According to federal prosecutors Butt operated an electronics export business, routinely shipping items to Dubai, UAE.

19 Jul 2017 3:51 PM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. (Photo: AFP)

Nuclear Deal: Iran's foreign minister calls new UN sanctions illegal

Trump's administration indicated Iran's compliance and said Tehran would face consequences for breaching the spirit of the nuclear deal.

19 Jul 2017 1:35 PM

China's military modernisation and buildup is backed by Beijing exploiting its economic leverage. (Photo: AP)

Top Pentagon commander concerned over Chinese military buildup

Noting that a long-term, sustained presence is critical to demonstrating that the US is committed to the Asia Pacific region.

19 Jul 2017 12:47 PM

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: AP)

Pentagon asked to work with India in cyber and space operating

The Joint Strategic Vision (JSV) agreed to by the US and India in 2015 codified a common commitment to maritime awareness.

19 Jul 2017 12:37 PM

Heather Nauert was responding to questions on the ongoing standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in the Dokalam area of the Sikkim sector.

Sikkim standoff: US expresses concern over India-China border dispute

Doka La is the Indian name for the region which Bhutan recognises as Dokalam, while China claims it as part of its Donglang region.

19 Jul 2017 12:30 PM

Merced and Mariposa County Sheriff's Office members attend a briefing during a wildfire in Mariposa County, California. (Photo: AP)

US: Evacuation of Mariposa ordered due to Detwiler Fire in California

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection ordered evacuations for some residents living southwest of Yosemite National Park.

19 Jul 2017 11:12 AM

The White House confirmed that the leaders spoke at the G20 dinner. (Photo: Representational/AP)

Trump, Putin had second undisclosed ‘meeting’ at G20 summit

The White House confirmed that the 2 leaders spoke during the G20 dinner, but said it is incorrect to describe it as the second meeting.

19 Jul 2017 10:03 AM

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