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The latest action completes the first round of USD 50 billion in products that President Donald Trump targeted after USD 34 billion in goods were hit with punitive duties on July 6. (Photo: File)

Trump insists tremendous progress achieved in US-China trade talks

Responding to a question, Trump said the two countries have made

1 Feb 2019 10:28 AM IST

US Congress introduces resolution to grant asylum to Aasia Bibi

A US lawmaker has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to grant asylum to Pakistani woman Aasia Bibi.

1 Feb 2019 10:17 AM IST

US President Donald Trump

Who wants Trump to be President? God does, says White House

CBN journalist David Brody tweeted Sanders' claim after the interview was taped.

31 Jan 2019 4:54 PM IST

US Authorities are investigating the incident as a hate crime. (Photo: Facebook | Swaminarayan Temple)

In new 'hate crime' incident, Hindu temple vandalised in Kentucky

The incident happened between Sunday night and Tuesday morning at the Swaminarayan Temple in Louisville, Kentucky.

31 Jan 2019 1:52 PM IST

The H-1B programme offers temporary US visas that allow companies to hire highly skilled foreign professionals working in areas with shortages of qualified American workers. (Photo: Representational | File)

Several foreigners face deportation as pay to stay visa racket busted

As part of this investigation, numerous foreign nationals face administrative immigration violations.

31 Jan 2019 12:39 PM IST

The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise in specialised fields.

US unveils new, efficient H-1B visa rules to attract best talent

The final rule reverses the order by which USCIS selects H-1B petitions under the regular cap and the advanced degree...

31 Jan 2019 11:04 AM IST

Participants build audiences for their imaginary fake news sites, to stoke fear, anger and mistrust by manipulation of online content. (Photo: Pixabay)

MIT study suggests crowdsourcing might be the solution to fake news

Respondents in the survey distrusted marginal websites, and there was agreement among general audience and professional...

30 Jan 2019 4:43 PM IST

The militants opened fire on security forces, triggering a gunbattle in which two ultras were killed. (Photo: Representational | File)

Pakistan supported militant groups will continue attacks in India: US...

Militant groups supported by Pakistan will continue to conduct attacks in India and Afghanistan, according to America's...

30 Jan 2019 2:06 PM IST

A rising party star and vocal critic of President Trump, Kamala Harris, 54, is the fourth Democrat to join the battle for the partys nomination in the 2020 election. (Photo: AP)

Indian origin Senator Kamala Harris' CNN town hall sets viewership...

Kamala Harris' town hall on CNN had an average of 1.957 million viewers which got the network its highest ratings ever.

30 Jan 2019 11:14 AM IST

Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency, freeing up the Wisconsin National Guard for emergency work. (Photo: AFP)

Snow wallops US Midwest as it braces for extreme cold

More than 1,000 flights were canceled at two airports in Chicago, a major regional hub and America's third largest city.

30 Jan 2019 10:57 AM IST

Washington has recognised Guaido as the South American countrys acting president (File Photo)

White House warns against 'harm' to Venezuela's Juan Guaido

Trump's national security advisor warned of 'serious consequences' if any harm comes to Venezuelan opposition leader...

30 Jan 2019 10:39 AM IST

India, in April this year, had officially sent the Republic Day invite to US President Donald Trump. (Photo: File | AP)

India one of the most important strategic partners, says a top US...

India remains one of the most important strategic partners of the United States, a top American senator said.

30 Jan 2019 10:28 AM IST