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The United States announced the new rules in June to end its restrictions on carry-on electronic devices on planes coming from 10 airports in eight countries in the Middle East and North Africa in response to unspecified security threats. (Representational Image | Photo : AP)

US: New security rules, strict passenger screening in effect from...

They will affect 325,000 airline passengers on about 2,000 commercial flights arriving daily in the United States.

25 Oct 2017 4:33 PM IST

United Nations Security Council. (Photo: AP/File)

Russia slammed for vetoing UN resolution examining use of chemical...

Russia has blocked such a move by the UN Security Council a number of times.

25 Oct 2017 4:15 PM IST

Over the past two weeks, Sherin brought the whole community together in the suburb, as countless volunteers searched in and around Richardson hoping to find her. (Photo: AP)

As reports confirm Sherin's death, Richardson united in heartbreak,...

The incident has left the shocked community with many unanswered questions.

25 Oct 2017 3:29 PM IST

Anwar Hussain (19) and Hafizul Sheikh (19) were beaten to death by the mob, which intercepted their vehicle and pulled them out of it in the early hours, the police said. (Photo: Representational/File)

In fatal car accident, mother hits her 5-yr-old son during school drop...

The initial investigation showed no indication that drugs, alcohol or excessive speed were factors in the collision.

25 Oct 2017 1:29 PM IST

Bizarre Claima: Trump said India, China signed the Paris pact to get billions and billions of dollars from developed nations. (Photo: AP)

Trump felicitates Indian-Americans for small but significant'...

In his remarks, Trump said his Administration is deeply committed to empowering minority business owners.

25 Oct 2017 1:11 PM IST

US President Donald Trump signed into law a new batch of sanctions on Beijing, Tehran, and Moscow. (Photo: AP)

Trump to skip key East Asia Summit meet during 5-nation trip: White...

Trump will be returning to US on Nov 14, which is the same day as the East Asia Summit.

25 Oct 2017 11:48 AM IST

Sherin Mathews, who has developmental issues and limited verbal communication skills, was last seen outside her familys backyard in Richardson, Dallas on October 7. (Photo: AFP)

US police confirms body found is that of Indian girl

Mathews, 37, who hails from Kerala, was booked into the Richardson City Jail on a $1 million bond.

25 Oct 2017 1:29 AM IST

The confirmation process of 62-year-old Juster is likely to be a smooth affair given the bipartisan support the former White House official received. (Photo: AFP)

Senate committee set to appoint ambassadorial nominee to India

Ken Juster played a key role in enhancing the Indo-US ties under the Bush administration.

24 Oct 2017 6:29 PM IST

The police has booked the accused under section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code.

Burlington: 56-yr-old dies as son strikes her head with electric...

Officers quickly arrived and found Garret Selters outside, pacing and stating he had killed his mother.

24 Oct 2017 5:03 PM IST

President Donald Trump will dispatch his top diplomatic and military advisors to Pakistan in the coming weeks. (Photo: AFP | File)

Trump to reaffirm promotion of free and open Indo-Pacific region...

The president will officially commence his visit to Asia beginning with Japan on November 5.

24 Oct 2017 4:33 PM IST

Ivanka Trump speaks during a session on action to end forced labor, modern slavery and human trafficking during the United Nations General Assembly, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, at U.N. headquarters. (Photo: AP)

Ivanka Trump comes forward to uphold tax plan, says addresses needs of...

The tax system would be simplified, and most Americans would be able to file their income taxes on a postcard, according...

24 Oct 2017 3:46 PM IST

Secretary of state Rex Tillerson said on Wednesday the United States held Myanmars military leadership responsible for its crackdown on the Rohingya Muslim minority. (Photo: AFP)

US to withdraw military assistance from Myanmar units involved in...

Punitive measures aimed specifically at top generals were among a range of options being discussed in response to the...

24 Oct 2017 3:20 PM IST